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Page 2 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 B&W Contents Editorial About Our Cover Artist...... Page 4 Now that a lot of the tourists are gone, it’s See you at the hurricane parties, God willing. Harbor View — by Charles Morgan...... Page 5 time to talk about something we’ve been - C.M. The Roving Rogue — by Bill Campbell...... Page 6 keeping all hush-hush about. The “H” The Beachcomber Neighborhood...... Page 8 word. Every fall, those fearmongers on the ABOUT OUR CONTRIBUTORS Weather Channel do their best to make us Lauren Gall, who On Stage: Panama City’s Kaleidoscope all nervous wrecks. But, hey, that’s their job, reviews the new Colbie Theatre Revs Up for Season 39...... Page 10 and I suppose they’re good at it. Caillat and Pete Yorn/ The Beat: BigWater: It’s a Family Affair...... Page 13 Scarlett Johansson Book Review: Disorientation: Lisa See’s “Shanghai Girls”...... Page 23 Anyway, as a service to those who stick with albums in this issue’s Beachcomber Goes to the Movies: us 12 months out of the year, here are the The Beat, graduated Acker’s “9” Not Quite a 10...... Page 24 Beachcomber’s Hurricane Preparation Tips. from Ole Miss with a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and public Apples of My Eye: Bluz Grill & Bar...... Page 27 Develop a Family Plan. According to The relations. After a successful four-year career Government, your plan should be based on in Memphis, she made the Emerald Coast Regular Features your hurricane vulnerability. You should her permanent home in 2005. In 2008, Gall Art & Antiques...... Page 11 have a written plan (Microsoft Word formed her own public relations, marketing and event design company, l. gall & company. Barcomber...... Page 14 document preferred, 12-point Times font) and share it with your family. Except, of Gall has written for numerous other publica- Places to Go, Things to Do ...... Page 17 course, for that weird uncle… tions and is active in the community through Mystery Photo Contest...... Page 18 various organizations, such as Junior League Casino Entertainment...... Page 21 “Hey, where you goin’ with all those water of the Emerald Coast, Leadership Walton Alumni, and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Emer- Around Town — Sports Bars, Library Events, jugs and flashlights and dogs and cats in the ald Coast Alumni Association. Beachside Worship Services...... Page 21 back of the car?” Tide and Sunset Charts...... Page 21 “Huh? Oh, just down to the corner for a Look for more info on your favorite Beachcomber Happy Birthday!...... Page 26 minute. You stay here!” contributors in upcoming issues. Restaurant Guide...... Page 29 Activities & Outdoors...... Page 34 Create a Disaster Supply Kit. Mine includes BEACHCOMBER 2009 MUSIC AWARDS an iPod, Kindle, laptop computer, sketch We are now looking at holding the second book, pens, coloring books, old magazines annual extravaganza honoring deserving local I’ve been accumulating for the last three musicians next February. Any musicians who years and have yet to read, a handheld have released a new CD this year—or plan to electronic basketball game, lots of Jumble by year’s end—please drop us an email at the- On Our Cover: puzzle books, yo-yos, lollipops, gum and [email protected] so we can include several Unmentionables. Plus my guitar and you among the eligibles for Best Homegrown “Yvonne” that pocket saxophone my girlfriend won’t Album. We will likely stick with the same let me play in the house. categories as the inaugural awards bash, but By Charles Johnson we are open to suggestions for new ones, too. Also, if you’re going to be stuck in the car Your input is appreciated. www.charlesjohnsongallery.com on an evacuation route, I suggest you pack a couple of coolers filled with your favorite Also, all’s fair in the nominating process, so adult beverages. If you don’t drink, this any solo artists or bands who wish to place would be an ideal time to start. lavish full-page “For Your Consideration” ads in issues leading up to the big night should Secure Your Home. If you’re homeless, contact our sales department immediately. that’s one less thing you have to worry STAFF The Beachcomber about. FROM THE (E)MAILBAG Publisher — Jim Patricelli is published fortnightly by “Farewell to Summer” (Sept. 3 cover)…what The Beachcomber, Inc. Editor — Christopher Manson Online Vulnerabilty Information. Not that a sad thought! Assistant Editor — Sheila Conner P.O. Box 5707 - Luellen Warren (via Facebook) Destin, FL 32540-5707 you’ll be able to get online during a storm— Contributing Writers Telephone: (850) 650-9940 it’s hard enough finding wireless on a nice Thanks for posting the new issue (online). That “Johnny C.” Alexander, Bruce Collier, Lauren FAX: (850) 650-5475 day. But if you luck out, there are plenty of way I am reminded it’s out and can see what Gall, Nicole James, Sherry Londe, Adam Pope hurricane and weather –related sites, along Charles (Morgan) and Bill (Campbell) have to Harbor View — Charles Morgan Press Releases, Editorial Comments, with a really cool video on YouTube of a say…my favorites! The Roving Rogue — Bill Campbell & General Inquiry to: wedding party dancing into the church to a [email protected] Chris Brown song. - Margo Redd (via Facebook) SALES Sales Manager — Nancy Nacol Sales Inquiries: Make an Evacuation Mix CD. My favorites Amy Hart’s commentary on Bluz Jam Night Pam Preston [email protected] include Bob Seger’s “Against the Wind,” made me wish I’d been there, as did Mr. Col- lier’s restaurant review. Ms. Hart should write Website — Bill Garrett © 2009 by The Beachcomber, Inc. Neil Young’s “Like a Hurricane” and “Stormy” by Classics IV. Be creative, and for you full time. don’t worry about “legal” downloading. - N. Seancee, Seagrove Beach Getting sued by the Recording Industry is www.thebeachcomber.org the least of your troubles now. (If only we could afford her… - Ed.)

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 3 About Our Cover Artist Art Is Nothing New to Johnson In 1999, Charles Johnson founded City to take photos for Fashion Week. the Spectrumism art movement, Inspired by his experiences, Johnson which opened the door to other has begun to explore design by making emerging artists, breathing new life clothing and accessories available into the northwest Florida art scene. with his artwork on shirts and bags. Local artists teamed up with Johnson, sharing ideas, exploring new medi- What people might not know about ums and working on collaborative Johnson is that he has a rather vast projects. Some of their work can be tie collection, once counted at over seen in Johnson’s painting studio. 1,600. That is enough ties to wear one every day of the week for five years. Johnson hopes to connect his theory Photo by Sarah Dowd and concepts to the public and art com- Johnson has so many projects going on munity by publishing an art theory book One thing is for certain—Johnson’s talents at once that he is often referred to as on Spectrumism. He also has several other truly come alive when he paints portraits a modern day Renaissance man. He is books in the works, including an autobi- of women. One only has to look around a writer, painter, musician, photogra- ography that will offer a more intimate Johnson’s gallery to see masterfully detailed, pher, inventor and actor. The range of look at his somewhat mysterious life. emotionally charged portraits of women his ability surpasses the expectations hanging on every wall. He admitted to of art enthusiasts and critics alike, When asked what type of artist he is, liking to paint one female in particular, making Johnson an artist in demand. Johnson says: “My work is always evolving. a French woman by the name of Yvonne I guess you could say I’m an experimen- (this painting is featured on the cover). To purchase the limited Edition Prints tal contemporary artist, but even that or Canvas Giclee by Charles Johnson, wouldn’t be 100 percent accurate. Unfor- When Johnson is not painting portraits of visit www.charlesjohnsongallery.com. To visit Selected works by Charles Johnson— tunately, there is no truly accurate term beautiful women, he is taking pictures of Johnson’s studio by appointment, call (850) “Washington Beach” and “Wild Hearts”. that describes an artist such as myself.” them. Recently, Johnson traveled to New York 862-1883. More at www.charlesjohnsongallery.com. Just Plug It In …Charge It Up … And Go!

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Page 4 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Harbor View By Charles Morgan

This is the conclusion of a series Mr. Morgan from the dry grasses lining Highway 49. began two issues ago about his and his sons’ “That should help protect this area from the adventures in California. forest fire,” I said confidently.

We left camp by the light of the moon, Almost immediately, there was a wind shift. undetected by our increasingly disturbed And not just a light breeze. fellow hikers. Chatham had a map and, with the help of a GPS, we made our way to the “Jeez,” Chatham said. “That wind just nearest highway, seven miles to the west. shifted directions, and it feels like it’s blow- ing 30 knots.” By mid-morning, we were hiking alongside Highway 49, a rural road that would even- “That might present a little problem,” I tually take us back to Fresno. We were a mumbled to myself. rugged-looking trio, to be sure. Two weeks without a bath and covered in dust, we Within minutes, the orchards that appeared looked more like homeless vagrants than to stretch for miles became engulfed in a cop said over his shoulder as we sped off, I am in cellblock D, section 3. The boys are upscale hikers. sizzling hot blaze. sirens blaring. in the same building, but are below me in section 2. The highway we were on passed through “I studied dendrology in college,” I said. It has been almost a month now, and we thousands of acres of some sort of orchards. “But I’ll be danged if I can identify what are still awaiting a hearing and arraignment If there is a God in heaven, would someone We could see smoke rising from the coastal kind of trees those are.” on charges ranging from simple arson to please contact Ret. Col. Jim Tucker and Ret. mountain range to our west. During the manslaughter and the commission of a Lt. Col. Anthony Herbert? They are good day the smoke intensified and fire fighting Across the highway, from a barn-like struc- hate crime. men, and they know all about freedom. vehicles kept passing us, heading for the ture, men in turbans began running toward mountains. us. The boys and I left almost two months ago Alert them to our current situation. Also, on an innocent hike in the Sierras and today let them know that the guards change shifts “Boys,” I said. “We are looking at what “Those guys look like Iranians,” Eddie said. we are incarcerated in San Quentin Prison. at 11 p.m. appears to be the smoke from a raging “And they don’t look happy.” California wildfire.” “Iranians never look happy,” I said. “ Can MARKETMARKET BARBAR BISTROBISTRO As a child, I had considered a career as a you understand what they’re saying?” fireman. I have always been fascinated with fire, and consequently have studied a variety “I don’t know what they’re saying,” said of fire fighting techniques. Also, I had seen Chatham. “And I don’t know if it’s a good World class food, the movie Backdraft. sign or a bad sign, but there are a lot of cop cars heading this way.” “Someone needs to set a ‘back fire’,” I said. impeccable wine list, “These fire trucks and helicopters are too Behind me, I heard a car door slam. Over busy heading towards the Pacific.” a loud speaker we heard the chilling words: “Stop…don’t move!” & dozens of accolades. “Wow, Dad,” Eddie said. “Don’t you think A burly California Highway Patrolman we’re in enough trouble already? We’ve charged toward us. “What are you idiots basically killed a man and buried him with- doing?” he asked. out telling anybody. We’ve left our hiking party without notice and then there’s that “We were setting a back fire to take some of Relax, it’s just us. horrible stuff that happened with Mongol, the heat out of that approaching wildfire, the mule.” sir,” I said. Sure we have the ingredients that continually make us a 4 star restaruant. We just don’t act that way. “There’s still an opportunity for us to be “Well, what you’ve done is set about 10,000 heroes, boys,” I said. “And these opportuni- acres of pistachio, almond, pomegranate ...... ties don’t come along everyday.” and apricot orchards afire,” he said. “These OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER DAILY Iranians here are a rough bunch on a good ...... I gave each of the boys a handful of Ready day, and this doesn’t look like a good day. Wipes, and we stretched along a mile of the highway. “All of you, get in that patrol car!” he shouted, over the bizarre noise of the roaring “Just start lighting these things, and toss fire and the chanting Iranians. Wine Boutique them over there in the brush,” I told them. “Either you guys are total idiots or are some In minutes, a solid wall of flame shot up sort of reverse-terrorist vigilante group,” the

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 5 The Beachcomber’s Roving Rogue By Bill Campbell

I spent a goodly amount of time in the Rogue I find this despicable, and have my friend, Dr. Thomas Lane Butts, a/k/a, hi to manager Christopher Renteria and past fortnight with four doctors, and own gathering place, Da Ba, an easy walk The Rev. He was in town for two reasons: cruise through Tommy Bahama’s just there’s not a thing wrong with me. Nor from my home. (1) Drink as much of my Scotch as he ‘cause it’s cool. am I a hypochondriac. could, and (2) preach at Faith Assembly, And boy, do we have discussions! But it a/k/a, The Rock ‘n Roll Church. He Then it was over to Baytowne Wharf to The first was Dr. Ray Oldenburg, a all makes for a sense of belonging to a preached a rousing sermon, as is his habit, check out the scene there. Well, the place retired self-proclaimed “Urbanologist” from community, something Ray Oldenburg with one line worth noting: “Don’t fall was so happening that Smoke House the University of West Florida. In addi- celebrates. for romantic love. Enjoy it, for sure! But BBQ was out of ribs. Not to be defeated, tion to his teaching skills, he might be best don’t count on it to get you through hard we managed to have other delicious remembered for a terrific book he wrote, He was in Fort Walton for a TV shoot times because over time it vanishes and comestibles. The Great Good Place. In it he outlined the with Florida Public Television to discuss reality sets in.” societal need for gathering places within his hatred of “the corporate colonization If you can’t have fun at Baytowne, you’re the community where the public can meet of the public realm” and its deleteri- One of Tom’s luncheon guests—at guess relegated to a life without fun. The place to discuss issues, or “community builders” ous effect on the American ethic. Our where?—was retired judge Laura Melvin, is a gem. as Ray likes to call them. founding fathers cautioned about love of who took up sky diving after leaving the the corporate mentality, and they have bench. Six hundred jumps later, she’s Journey plays the Pensacola Civic Center Such places pretty much disappeared been just as ignored as those who dismiss given up the habit in favor of riding on the 21st and the publicity trumpeting following World War II, and the baby Eisenhower’s warnings about the military- Harleys. Said she, “Ever heard of the four their visit notes “Don’t Stop Believin’” is boomers were soon provided with rubber- industrial complex. corners?” the most downloaded song in music his- stamped housing such as the infamous tory. I asked Howl at the Moon’s Chuck Levittown in Pennsylvania. Lots of hur- Then two of my favorite doctors gathered “Sure,” I replied. “I’ve stood there.” (It’s Christianson how many times they get riedly-built houses that, as folk singer Pete at the Bay Café (the same place Ray’s where Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New requests for it: “It’s definitely in the top Seeger noted, “are all made of ticky-tacky interview took place) to discuss ethics and Mexico meet.) five, along with ‘Piano Man,’ ‘Brown Eyed and they all look just the same.” the teaching of same. One, Dr. Robert Girl,’ and ‘Sweet Home Alabama’.” Larson, retired from then-OWCC after “Wrong four corners,” she admonished. Levittown had one other glaring fault— 30 years of teaching there. The other, “This is a bike run. Goes from Blaine, He couldn’t remember the fifth tune, but blacks weren’t welcome. One black couple Dr. Cheryl Jones, is now teaching one Washington to Madawaska, Maine to Key he seemed happy…. bravely bought a house there in 1957 only of the courses Robert taught, and it was West to San Ysidro, California. I’m going to be met by rock-throwers, bomb threats a delight to hear their Socratic exchanges to run it.” Toni Drago is back in town! Yes, most and racist taunts. Welcome to America. of questions. of you are thinking, “WHO?” But for Friends, that’s some retired judge. those of us lucky enough to have seen her But there also were no neighborhood Noted Dr. Larson: “You can have any perform at Soleil et Luna or Don Carlos pubs, cafes or “gathering places.” And, opinion you want, but you can’t make But after the immersion and wisdom of or on stage with Stage Crafters, she’s a according to Ray Oldenburg, there was up your own facts.” He added, “Teach four doctors in two weeks I’m reminded of rare commodity. no sense of community. ethics so your students can use it for the two of the brightest people I know, neither next 10 years.” of whom have college degrees. They are After chasing her dream in Hollywood And you had to drive, not walk, to find pianist Ray Brown and his pal Don Bent- and Los Angeles, she’s moved back to such a great, good place. As your Roving Then who comes a calling but my dear ley. They know everything! I challenge any her roots here, to be with family and “real of you to sit down at a game of Buzztime people.” Welcome Home! Trivia at The Boathouse, Angler’s, TGI Fridays, Shalimar Cheers, or Harry T’s Right now she’s signed to do Saturday and take ‘em on. nights at Caffé Italia on Brooks Street in Fort Walton. I’m confident other gigs are : Sometimes one’s education comes on the soon in the offing. GRILL BAR & campus of life. Destin Florida Haven’t been there yet but 600 South BluzDestin.com Before getting on with some rovings, let in Pensacola has made Florida Trend’s list Live Music on Stage 13 me share a quote from local psychothera- of “Florida’s Finest Bars.” They call it “a pist and retired aviator, Frank Roberts. meet market,” which is quite clever. You’ll We were kicking ideas around at the find it in the lobby of the New World aforementioned café, and somehow the Landings boutique hotel, whatever the subject of critters came up. Noted Frank, hell that is. “The most money I’ve ever wasted was on Happy Hour a book called How to Outwit a Squirrel.” We close with this from W.C. Fields: 3-6 Daily & Midnight - Close “There may be some things better than $3 Granny Bites David Seering’s free concert at Grand sex, and there may be some things worse. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Boulevard was awesome, as was the brass But there is nothing exactly like it.” Sunday & Monday Night Football ensemble that preceded and accompanied Tuesday - Karaoke Wednesday - Jam Night him. Heck, Grand Boulevard is awesome 850-484-5980 11225 HWY 98 E, Miramar Beach FL as well. Had to stop by Fleming’s to say

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September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 7 The Beachcomber Neighborhood LEFT: Commissioner Kenneth Pridgen (right) takes a tour of the new Walton County Animal Shelter with construction manager Rick Mil- lard. The facility is expected to open by mid-November. Photo by Chris Mitchell, Walton County Public Information Officer

RIGHT: Local celebrities participate in the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Area Council’s Third Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. This year’s theme was “Somewhere in Time…A Journey Through TV Land,” and attendees showed their support for Chamber programs including Leadership Walton and the Youth Leadership Program in conjunction with the Walton County School District. Photo submitted by Brittany Barnes

LEFT: The Silver Sands Factory Stores management team basks in the glory of BELOW: Canaan Recovery Foundation numerous awards received from the Florida Public Relations Association. From executive director—and Friend of the left, Ashley Watkins, Traci Stokes, Angela Triplett and Myra Williams. Beachcomber—John Broussard informs Photo submitted by Angela Triplett us that the St. Joe Company generously provided this building for the expansion of the Path of Grace in Freeport. The Canaan Foundation helps local alcohol- ics, addicts and families in their fight against addiction. Path of Grace, a long term women’s recovery residence, has been in operation for just over a year. For more info, call (850) 974-4573.

ABOVE: Atlanta artist Sidney Carter—recently featured on the Beachcomber’s cover—paints during the Jazz and Hues Cruise aboard Sunquest Cruises’ Solaris. See this issues Places and Things depart- ment for information about the Sept. 27 cruise. Photo by Michael Loftis

LEFT: Navarre’s UPS Store was recognized as September’s Small Busi- ness of the Month by the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. The store opened in 1994 with two employees and now boasts a work- force of five. From left, Laura Griffin,S andi Kemp and Neely Key. Photo submitted by Betsy Soles

Page 8 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber NeighborhoodLEFT: The Walton Area Chamber Ambassadors and the staff of Emerald Coast Associates, Inc.—a civil engineering firm—cel- ebrate with the tried and true ribbon cutting. Photo submitted by Brittany Barnes

BELOW: Covenant Hospice celebrates the success of their ongo- ing garage sales in Niceville. Over $4,000 was raised last month to help support unfunded programs such as bereavement, chaplains and children’s services. Garage sales will continue to be held at 1419 29th Street in Niceville Sept. 25 and 26. To donate items, call Shelley Canales or Lili Jennings at (850) 729-1800.

ABOVE: Pretty Please owner Keely Fell and Preppy Little Dress owner Stacy Hartman at Pretty Please’s Sip, See and Share Trunk Show held last fortnight at Grand Boulevard. For every dress sold during the event, an identical dress will be donated to a needy child in Uganda. Photo submitted by Christy Kearney

RIGHT: Over 900 music fans attended David Seering and friends’ Labor Day Weekend concert, “A Musical Farewell to Summer,” presented by the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®. Photo submitted by Brittany Ward Rushton

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September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 9 On Stage Panama City’s Kaleidoscope Theatre Revs Up for Season 39

By Sherry Londe the best out of each performer. Blanks refers to actors as “paintings” that pos- The all-volunteer Kaleidoscope Theatre, sess unseen hues. His job is to coax and home to a diverse and eclectic mix of local uncover the hidden voices that add valid- talent, is heading into its 39th season. ity, dimension and richness. In Gillian, Anchored in Panama City since 1973, Blanks takes a line-by-line approach so Kaleidoscope offers an ever-widening reactions and connections are experi- group of collaborators the opportunity enced from the inside out. “We learn to contribute as troubadours, directors, through intuition, unspoken reactions crewmembers, costumers or tireless and by observations” says Blanks. All workers behind the scenes. Each year’s of this is blended in order to present an assorted mix of theatrical offerings aims accurate and personal portrait of each to attract one and all. character.

The upcoming production of To Gillian The Kaleidoscope Theatre offers the on Her 37th Birthday, directed by Jason Emerald Coast community one more Blanks, opens this weekend. The play venue in which to become involved and deals with a challenging father-daughter support. So consider this an elbow nudge relationship, the grief and loss of a cher- to stretch beyond your lanai and take a ished loved one and the humor involved look at those dedicated players down when friends and family wish to move Highway 98. The company encourages things along. The drama takes place in thespians of all ages to volunteer, audi- Nantucket on what would have been the tion or simply come watch and enjoy. 37th birthday of Gillian, who died in a boating accident two years before. The To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday, written by work tracks the emotional journey of her Michael Brady, runs Sept. 18-20 and 25-27. husband David as he wrestles with his For reservations, call (850) 265-3226 or visit wish to remain in the idealized past rather www.kt-online.org. than adapt to the present. Blanks admits it is a poignant challenge for all involved. Next Beachcomber: Behind the scenes at Seaside Rep’s Autumn Playwright Samantha Alagna (Gillian), Frankie Hudson (Rachel) and director Jason Blanks th However, a quality director can pull Festival. prepare for Kaleidoscope Theatre’s production of To Gillian on Her 37 Birthday. Photo submitted by Linda Hawk Subscribe Online! www.thebeachcomber.org

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Page 12 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beat: Music, Concerts, Recordings, etc. BigWater: It’s a Family Affair By Christopher Manson the original Playground rhythm section.

BigWater, a/k/a the Boggy Bayou Band, There are original songs, too, like Clay- consists of Jim and Jill Lancaster and ton’s “Boggy Bayou Blues,” described as their son Clayton along with two mem- “an anthem for the serenity of the bayou bers of the Playground rhythm section, that surrounds our twin cities.” Clay- Warren Meigs on drums and Ed Kollis ton also throws in some Americana/ on harmonica. The band has a swampy, alt-country songs. Dan Penn’s biker funky style and plays music you aren’t theme song “Tiney Hineys and Hogs” likely to hear anywhere else—songs by is a regular part of BigWater’s sets, and Dan Penn, Eddie Hinton, John Hurley, there are classics made famous by Bob Ry Cooder. Dylan, Aretha, Lucinda Williams and Niceville songwriter Larry Shell. Jim, who owns the Playground Record- ing Studio in Valparaiso and plays a Kollis was a member of Chips Moman’s mean bass guitar, says the band is never American rhythm section in Memphis “over-rehearsed” and you never know and is a member of the Musicians Hall what they’re going to play on any given of Fame. He appeared on over 100 night. Special guests usually stop by, chart records in a five-year span—hits by artists who have recently recorded at the the Box Tops, Dionne Warwick, Neil studio (e.g. Beachcomber favorite Amy Diamond and the immortal From Elvis Hart) or local favorites. The band has in Memphis album. He has toured with also uncovered some gems from the Play- Continued on page 16 From left, Jim Lancaster, Warren Meigs, Jill Lancaster, Clayton Lancaster and Ed Kollis ground archives—soul and funk songs by throw some gangsta signs. Reuben Howell, Jimmy Gresham and Photo by Christopher Manson

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September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 15 The Beat Cont. from page 13 The Beat’s Record Roundup Joe Tex, J.J. Cale, Leonard Cohen and in some way or other,” says Jim. When Cheap Trick his other soundtracks so fun, but Tarantino Sgt. Pepper has gone out of his way to make David countless others. He is also credited with we stop by Bayou Blues in Niceville, Bowie and blaxploitation-era Billy Preston production on Dusty Springfield’s clas- there are at least three Al Green classics Live (DVD) fit his WWII epic. And old Ennio Morricone sic album Dusty in Memphis. from the Hi Records period—“Let’s Stay Big 3 Records score music is better than new just-about- The sorta-fab four anyone-else score music. I can’t recall Together,” “Take Me to the River” and bringing the Beatles’ where some of these were used in the film, Jim and Jill are the current owners “Love and Happiness.” There’s nothing most overrated work so I guess I’ll have to go see the movie of Playground Recording Studio in else quite as familiar in the repertoire, to the masses—and again. Oh, darn! to benefit prostate cancer, no less—makes - C.M. Valparaiso. In the last two years, Play- but even obscurities like Earl King’s more sense than The Beatles Rock Band or ground has issued or leased about 10 “Trick Bag” and the one Clayton sings a Cirque du Soleil spectacular or spending Sly and the CDs worth of treasures from the studio’s about wishing he were a hippie have an an arm and a bloody leg on the latest reis- sues. Too bad the audio-only version of the Family Stone archives. Local and regional acts like eerie familiarity. concert is sold separately—Drive-By Truckers The the WaCo Ramblers, Wilbur Walton had the right idea with their recent twofer of Woodstock Jr. and LaRue McKinney have recorded Singer-guitarist Clayton has been per- Live from Austin TX. Still, you gotta love a band that released its latest album on 8-track just Experience there recently. Between 1969 and 1974, forming with his folks for 10 years. “It so they could make the claim that it was the Epic/Legacy such performers as Big John Hamilton, works fine,” he says. “I get to have more best-selling 8-track in the country! It only took the Mary Gresham, Doris Allen and Jimmy of an ego than I would if my parents - Christopher Manson powers that be four decades to release the best live album of all time—listening to the “Orion” Ellis laid down tracks at Play- weren’t in the band. But sometimes, it’s half-a-million-strong crowd shout “Higher!” in ground. the opposite—the normal family spats Colbie Caillat unison is just one of the many highlights. The plus the band stuff that happens. But it’s Breakthrough life-affirming concert set is paired with Sly’s studio masterpiece Stand! Jim and Jill began their career in 1970 at rare. I’ve done things with guys my age, Universal Republic - C.M. Memphis’ Hi Records, where Al Green but I grew up in a musician household. In 2007, Caillat ’s recorded classics like Let’s Stay Together My mom and dad have always intro- hit debut single Pete Yorn and Call Me. Jill sang the theme song duced me to this cool music. They were “Bubbly” established & Scarlett her as a, well, bubbly for the Maysles’ documentary film The teachers, but not in the sense that they SoCal girl specializing in folk-pop ballads Johansson Running Fence, and Jim co-produced would tell me where to put my fingers about boys. The follow-up showcases some Break Up the soundtrack with longtime associate on the guitar.” of the same themes—crushing on guys, but Rhino Jim Dickinson. Jim’s production cred- with a slightly more mature sound. “I think I Yorn has said that felt my heart skip a beat/I’m standing here its include the Replacements’ Pleased And how did this quintet of world- d u r i n g t i m e o f f and I can hardly breathe” from “You Got between tours, he to Meet Me, Toots Hibbert’s Toots in class musicians end up in our part of Me” takes you back to the schoolgirl crush became restless. It was at this time that he Memphis, and Alex Chilton’s Like Flies the world? I was so lost in the fine, feel of the first album. But Caillat pushes felt that he needed to make a duets record things a little further this time, especially in her on Sherbet. fine music I forgot to ask. I’m just glad “in the spirit of Brigitte Bardot.” He wasn’t evolved accompaniment. She has a beauti- even sure whether or not Johansson could they’re here, and you will be, too, once ful voice—clear yet subtle, with a hint of rasp. carry a tune, but he texted her to pose the The Lancasters have also performed you’ve heard them. BigWater is playing Breakthrough showcases a slight evolution in question of making the album. I am a loyal this double threat—she also co-wrote every with Waylon Jennings, David Allan Coe, at Woody’s Hog Heaven in Niceville Yorn fan—I have met him and followed his song here—and this is good enough to avoid music since before his breakout album, MudBoy and the Neutrons, Leon Rus- Sept. 18 and 25 and hopefully many the sophomore slump. musicforthemorningafter. I commend sell, Dan Penn, Toy Caldwell, J.J. Cale, more venues in the coming months. - Lauren Gall Yorn on his distinctive vocals, as well as his Mickey Newbury, Ry Cooder, The North effort in pre-producing all of the tracks, as Johansson only had two days free in her busy Mississippi Allstars, and many others. Next Beachcomber: Up Close and Quentin Tarantino’s schedule to record the songs. Johansson Personal with Destin Seafood Festival tries an old-fashioned country sound on the “Every song we do is tied to our past Headliner Joan Jett. Inglourious first single, “Relator.” The album’s nine songs Basterds display some great harmonies, but there’s a lack of chemistry between these two. “I (Soundtrack) Don’t Know What to Do” lacks punch as a A Band break up anthem. Yorn needs to go back to Apart/Warner his successful solo career, and Johansson Brothers should stick to what she does best…acting. Lacks the dialogue snippets that make - L.G. Upcoming Music Releases

Sept. 22 Sept. 29 *Guy Clark, Somedays the Song Writes Alice in Chains, Black Gives Way to Blue You Mariah Carey, Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel David Gray, Draw the Line *Kris Kristofferson, Closer to the Bone Madonna, Iconography *Patty Loveless, Mountain Soul II Monsters of Folk (Jim James, Conor Lynyrd Skynyrd, God & Guns Oberst, et. al.) Barbra Streisand, Love Is the Answer *Pearl Jam, Backspacer Friend of the Beachcomber Cathi Edwards (second from left) with her hippie pals during her Swell Season, Strict Joy college days in Kansas, circa 1971. Photo submitted by Wayne Edwards * - Beachcomber favorites

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ART performances in the main stage theater Sign Up for 2009 Fair scheduled for Nov. and 25 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Nicev- Art Classes at Full Circle Gallery, Fort at the Arts Center. For more information, 3-8. Boost your own business while provid- ille Campus of Northwest Florida State Walton Beach. Visit www.fullcirclefwb.com/ call (850) 729-6044. ing quality entertainment and memories College. Plan to get wet. Bring a change classes.php for complete listing. - “Vitriforms: Contemporary Glass Art.” for the community. This year’s fair promises of clothes and towel. Wear long pants, Featuring the work of four Tallahassee area many exciting new attractions. Call (850) close-toed shoes and sun protection. The “My Monet” Acrylic Art Classes at Bev- artists—Terrie Corbett, Lesley Nolan, Bob 862-0211 or email [email protected]. CBA will provide gloves and water and erly McNeil Gallery, Destin. Classes are Rubanowice and Cheryl Sattler. transportation to the reef site. Call Alison Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursdays, - “Selections from the Permanent Col- Seaside’s Annual Community Yard Sale at (850) 729-6423 or (850) 729-6456 or 6-8 p.m. Local professional artists guide lection.” Works by perennial favorites Emil Oct. 3. Get rid of those old collectibles email [email protected]. students through the creative process. Holzhauer and Marie Snow Greene. and treasures you’ve been stashing in your Cost is $35 per person; all materials are garage or attic. Turn your old sweaters, City of Fort Walton Beach’s Heritage provided. Private parties or groups of 10 BLOOD DRIVES retro furniture, LPs and books into cash. Park and Cultural Center Seeks Haunted or more available. To register, call (850) Sept. 20. Blood Drive at Kim Estes Benefit Vendor registration forms are available, History Tours Volunteers. Act out skits as 654-4322. Party at Bud & Alley’s, Seaside, 3-8 p.m. and space is limited. Download an appli- historical figures, play the role of a ghost All donors will be entered into a drawing cation at www.seasidefl.com/yardsalereg- and serve as a tour guide. The tours will Sept. 18. Downtown Fort Walton Beach to win a 42-inch HDTV or one of five $100 istration or call the Merchants of Seaside be held Oct. 30 and 31 at 6:30 p.m. Call Art Walk, 5-8 p.m. Sip and spin at Full gift cards. www.fbsblood.org. at (850) 231-6107. Mike at (850) 833-9595 or email mtho- Circle Gallery, 6-8 p.m. Make pottery, [email protected]. enjoy some wine and watch the PBS series CALL FOR VENDORS 2010 Seabreeze Jazz Festival will take Art:21! The screening is fee, but donations Covenant Hospice Seeks Big Ticket Items place at Pier Park in Panama City Beach, Fort Walton Beach Jaycees Haunted are welcome. www.fullcirclefwb.com. for Garage Sale and Auction to be held April 16-18. There are only 60 spaces House to be held at Sunsations next to in November at the Northwest Florida Fair- available. This year’s festival attracted Fudpucker’s in Destin Oct.9-31. Benefits Through Sept. 25. Poetic Projections of grounds. The organization seeks donations more than 16,000 jazz fans. Market is open include t-shirts, food and drinks, and prizes. Figure and Metaphor at WUWF’s Gallery of automobiles, boats and RVs, along with to commercial, fine arts and crafts and Artists needed during building to airbrush 88, University of West Florida campus, good condition furniture. All donations wholesale food vendors. For more infor- or paint plywood designs on walls for Pensacola. Original poetry and digital art are tax deductible. Call Shelly Canales mation visit www.hilltopproductionsinc. frightening. Volunteers must be 16 or constructions by Dr. Terry Prewitt, professor at (850) 729-1800. com or call (850) 951-2148. older, unless parent volunteers with child. of anthropology at UWF. Free and open Accumulate community service hours, to the public. Call (850) 474-2787 or visit Fort Walton Beach Creative Senior CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS www.wuwf.org. Center Crafts Show to be held Oct. 24, 9 Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance’s “Save a.m. to 3 p.m. Currently accepting appli- Our Shellfish” shell bagging on Sept. 18 Through Sept. 30. Dorothy Starbuck cations for vendors. Holiday décor, gifts, Exhibit at Coastal Branch Library, Santa jewelry, toys and other unique items will be Rosa Beach. Starbuck was the 2003 Artist available for purchase. For information or of the Year, and her work demonstrates to request a vendor application, call (850) exceptional talent in capturing Florida’s 833-9587. diverse and dwindling natural features. Part of the Art in Public Places program. Greater Navarre Beach Arts Association, th Call (850) 267-1216 for more information. Inc. Seeks Vendors for 4 Annual Fall Fes- tival to be held Oct. 9-10 in Navarre Park. Through Oct. 18. Mattie Kelly Arts Center Also looking for art, music, dance, food Exhibitions at Northwest Florida State and cultural displays. Email gnbaaexec@ College, Niceville. Free and open to the gmail.com. public. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays Northwest Florida Fairgrounds Invites 1-4 p.m. Also 90 minutes prior to most Local Businesses and Organizations to

Sept. 25-26 Cultural Arts Association and Grand Boulevard at Sandestin ® Present the Beaux Arts Ball. The event will raise money for the CAA, along with Sinfonia Gulf Coast and Seaside Repertory Theatre. The ball will take place at Grand Boulevard’s Grand Park on Friday, fol- lowed by an Artist Market Saturday. The ball is a wild and zany event—dress is masked and casually chic, costumes optional. Dec- orated masks are available to purchase for $10-15 at the ball or prior to the event from Tracery in Rosemary Beach, Eileen West Gallery in Seaside, the CAA office in Blue Mountain Beach, Grand Boulevard Guest Services Kiosk, and Kitchenique in Destin. Tickets are $44 per person, available from these businesses or online at www.CulturalArtsAssociation.com. The Artist market will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and is free to the public. Call (850) 622-5970 for more information.

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 17 Places to Go, Things to Do continued too! Email fortwaltonbeachjaycees@ cash prizes to artists in four categories. (850) 244-1271 or visit www.artsdesignso- lage. Chefs take it to the street as Village yahoo.com or call (850) 642-5292. www. Competition is open to first 20 applicants; ciety.com. restaurants compete to see who has the fwbjaycees.org. entry fee is $35. Deadline is Sept. 25. For best burger on the harbor. Donations will application, contact Deb Nissley at the COMEDY be accepted for Destin Harvest Food Bank. Volunteers Needed for Beaux Arts Ball to Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, (850) 650- www.HarborWalkDestin.com. be held Sept. 25. Opportunities include 2226. Act4Murder Comedic Artist Market check-in, Ball check-in, silent EDUCATIONAL auction, drink ticket sales and more. Vol- “Recycle South Santa Rosa,” a one-day Mysteries for Dinner unteers are also needed on Sept. 26 for event to be held Oct. 24 in Navarre Park, Theater. Heritage Museum drink sales and load-out supervision. Call seeks artists who use recycled materials, Plenty of laughs and a delicious three- of Northwest Florida the Cultural Arts Association office at (850) as well as businesses that feature “green” course meal. For upcoming show 622-5970 or email CulturalArts@embarq- or energy-efficient technology. Email cls- details, visit www.act4murder.com. Home School History mail.com. [email protected] for information. - Sept. 17. “The Mystery Classes 115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso. CALL TO ARTISTS Rosemary Beach Harvest Market, a new of Red Leg Discover the past through hands-on Artful Things in Niceville is now accepting a event to be held Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to the Dreaded, activities, local area experts and a visit limited number of works for the gallery wall 5 p.m. will showcase local, regional and P i r a t e o f from the Walton Guard. Programs are monthly. Interested artists should email up national artists with sculpture, handcrafted the Gulf” at designed for grades 1-5, and space is to six images with dimensions, medium, title furniture, pottery and more. The daylong Bogey’s Bar limited. Call (850) 678-2615 to register. and price along with a brief bio to info@ event will include kids’ block party, mer- and Restau- - Sept. 25. Panhandle Pioneers, 9 artfulthings.net. Monthly shows include a chant trick-or-treating and a children’s rant, DeFu- a.m. to noon. meet the artist reception. For more info, craft area. Call (850) 951-2148 or visit www. niak Springs. - Oct. 23. Fish Tales, 9 a.m. to noon. call (850) 729-2600 or visit www.artfulthings. hilltopproductionsinc.com. Red Leg is - Nov. 20. Military Heritage Then and net. This month’s show features local artists sick of all the Now, 9 a.m. to noon. Trudy Craine, Terri Johnston and Jacqueline Rosemary Beach Holiday Market, sched- publicity Billy Each class is $10 per child, or $5 for Wagoner. uled for Nov. 28. Artisans and crafters—par- Bowlegs gets in Northwest Florida and HMNF members. Multiple child dis- ticularly those who have holiday items and plans on disrupting a Chamber of counts for families. The Art Gallery at Navarre Healing Arts decorations—are encouraged to apply. Commerce event. Be warned—Red is seeking a variety of artwork to show and Call (850) 951-2148 or visit www.hilltoppro- Leg is nothing like Billy! Written by sell, including paintings, photos, multimedia ductionsinc.com. Paula Hilton and starring Mary Ann pieces, collage, pottery, sculpture and PRIME TIME Personal Enrichment Classes Averitte, Joe Chase, Debby Geisen, at Northwest Florida State College, all more. Contact Connie Jones at (850) 939- CLASSES Chris Manson and Jules Shaw. Musi- 7964 or email [email protected]. Adult Programs at Destin Community six locations. Open to adults of any age, cal arrangements by Beachcomber the non-credit classes start throughout Center include aerobics, basketball, Bra- favorite Randy Sherwood. Seating at Beaux Arts Artist Market to be held Sept. 26 zilian martial arts, chair yoga, duplicate September, October and November. All 5:30 p.m., dinner and show at 6:15. courses are designed for leisure learning on Grand Boulevard’s North Lawn. No entry bridge, Jazzercise, oil painting, and more. Special Hotel DeFuniak packages fee, but participants are required to donate Call (850) 654-5184. with no grades or tests given. Classes focus available. Call (850) 951-2233 for on computers, health, travel, food, politics, a piece of artwork for the silent auction that reservations. Arrgh! will take place Sept. 25 at the Beaux Arts Artful Things in Niceville Offers Adult arts and crafts, and more. Fees range from - Sept. 18. “Podunk Pandemonium” $5 to $75. Schedule online at www.nwfsc. ball. Applications available at www.cultur- Classes in watercolor, oil, acrylic and at Hurlburt Field’s Soundside Club. alartsassociation.com/beauxarts. drawing. Call (850) 729-2600 or visit www. edu/schedule. An up close and personal hillbilly artfulthings.net. wedding…a night you’ll never forget. Destin Festival of the Arts to be presented Sept. 24. Ironies of the Great American Written by Paula Hilton and starring Civil War Presented by H. Dann Wallis at Oct. 24-25 at Henderson Beach State Park Arts and Design Society in Fort Walton Mary Ann Averitte, Cynthia Bergquist, seeks “adult collaborative artists.” Artwork Beach offers workshops in acrylics, photog- the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, Jim Downum, Chris Manson and Valparaiso, noon. Wallis is the author of should be of an artistic caliber associated raphy, life drawing, and pottery, as well as Kay Yarbrough. Seating at 5:30 p.m., with a juried fine art show. Judges will award open studio time to paint with others. Call Burnin’ Daylight!, a novel, and the great- followed by dinner and show at 6. grandson of Civil War veteran John Wallis. Call (850) 884-7507 for reservations. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy the free lec- Yee-haw! ture. To reserve a seat, call (850) 678-2615. - Sept. 25. “The Mystery of Red Leg www.heritage-museum.org. the Dreaded, Pirate of the Gulf” at MYSTERY PHOTO CONTEST Fudpucker’s, Destin. Along with the EVENTS show, enjoy a thematically-related Saturdays. Seaside Farmers Market, 8 three-course dinner. Seating at 6:15 a.m. to noon. Find local specialties includ- p.m., show at 7. Call (850) 460-2028 ing fresh produce and baked goods. for reservations. Special cooking demos. In the Seaside Amphitheater. www.seasidefl.com. Fridays and Saturdays. The Flaws Comedy Sept. 19. 2009 International Coastal Hour at Meeting Hall Theatre, Seaside, 9 Cleanup sponsored by the Walton County p.m. Improv, sketches, musical guests and Tourist Development Council, the Surfrider “whatever we think might crack you up!” Foundation and Walton County Schools. New show each week. Tickets are $10 at This year’s main cleanup sites include the door. www.seasiderep.org. Blue Mountain Regional Access, Dune COOKING Allen Regional Beach Access, Ed Walline Regional Beach Access, Topsail Hill State Kitchenique Cooking Classes. Now Preserve and Miramar Beach Regional located at 26150 Emerald Coast Parkway, Access (west side of Pompano Joe’s). Destin. Prices vary for each class. Visit www. Complimentary cleanup supplies, water kitchenique.com or call (850) 837-0432 for Beth Alexander was the first Beachcomber reader to identify Destin’s Boathouse Oyster Bar as our and t-shirts will be provided. To volunteer, dates and details. Sept. 3 Mystery Photo Contest location. Call (800) 310-6964, and if you’re the first to identify this issue’s location, you’ll join our circle of winners. Sept. 26. Burger Bash at HarborWalk Vil-

Page 18 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Places to Go, Things to Do continued call Debby Pozza at (850) 267-1216 or Volunteer Health Network. Starts Sept. 18. an unforgettable evening under the stars the public. Gently used books, audio- email dpozza@beachesofsouthwalton. There will be an auction of all remaining featuring intimate tables on the beach with books, videos and collectible rare books. com. “doggie dreamhouses” Sept. 27. www. fine cuisine, wine and live entertainment. Baked goods will be sold. A presale will be cvhnkids.org. End the evening with a romantic movie on offered for members Sept. 18, 5-7 p.m.; Sept. 20. Special “Grande” Parents Week- the beach. Cost is $40 per person; take the non-members may join at the library that end at HarborWalk Village, Destin. Details Thursdays. Yappy Hour at Tijuana Flats, “elevator rate” for $99. Call (850) 267-9500, day. All proceeds from the sale benefit the at www.HarborWalkDestin.com. Fort Walton Beach, 6-10 p.m. to benefit and mention code SSN. A portion of the Niceville Public Library. Call (850) 729-4090 Panhandle Animal Welfare Services (PAWS). proceeds will be donated to the Children’s or email [email protected]. Sept. 24-27. Thunder Beach Annual Fall Biscuits and water provided for dogs. Rep- Volunteer Health Network. Rally in Panama City Beach. For informa- resentatives from PAWS will bring adorable, Sept. 19. Meet “Sandy” from the National tion, visit www.thunderbeachproductions. adoptable dogs for guests to meet and Sept. 26. Family Celebration Day and Broadway Tour of “Annie” at the Fort com. hopefully add to their families. Call (850) Classic Car Show on the Boardwalk, Walton Beach Library, 1 p.m. Free and 301-0003 or visit www.tijuanaflats.com. Okaloosa Island to benefit United Cerebral open to the public. Bring your cameras! Sept. 26. Emerald Coast Car Show at Palsy of Northwest Florida. Registration is Parents must remain with children during Destin Commons, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See, Sept. 19. Heritage Park and Cultural from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The fun begins at the program, which features dog handler feel and touch beautifully restored cars Center Yard Sale at the Camp Walton 10 a.m. with demonstrations, kids’ activities, Patrick Peavy. Call (850) 833-9590 for from members of the Northwest Florida Schoolhouse Museum grounds, Fort Walton giveaways and more. Call (850) 449-2989 details. Model A and T Ford Club and the Play- Beach, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations for the for more information. ground Antique and Classic Car Club. sale are welcome and may be dropped Sept. 26. Emerald Coast Woodturning Show concludes with a car parade. Call off at Heritage Park during regular museum HEALTH FAIRS Guild at Fort Walton Beach Public Library, (850) 837-4008 for more information. www. hours. All proceeds will benefit the three Sept. 19. Health Fair at Santa Rosa Mall, 10 a.m. Craftsmen will demonstrate their DestinCommons.com. museums under Heritage Park’s care— Mary Esther, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.santa- skills on wood lathes and display finished the Schoolhouse, Indian Temple Mound rosamall.com. work; question and answer session to follow. Sept. 26. Taste of Fort Walton Beach Museum, and Garnier Post Office Museum. For more information about the free pro- Chamber at the Emerald Coast Confer- Call (850) 833-9595 for more information. KIDS gram, call (850) 833-9590. ence Center, 4-8 p.m. Entertainment by Abrakadoodle Art Classes. Various loca- the Northwest Florida Symphony Youth Sept. 19. Shelter House Annual Yard Sale tions. Call (850) 424-5058 or visit www. Sept. 26. Fort Walton Beach Library Fall Orchestra. Good food, good music and at Central Park, Uptown Station, Fort abrakadoodle.com. Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Books, videos, good times. Hosted by the Food and Bever- Walton Beach, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Last year’s CDs, periodicals and more. Donations of age Committee of the Greater Fort Walton sale raised over $5,000 to fight domestic Tuesdays. Family Fun Day at the Market clean hardcover and paperback books, Beach Chamber of Commerce. Sample violence in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Shops at Sandestin. Free kids’ meals from cassettes, videos, CDs and DVDs are wel- the delicious cuisine from Chamber To volunteer, call (850) 243-1201. 4-8 p.m. and special merchant offers all come. Call (850) 833-9590. member restaurants and enjoy fine bever- day long. Entertainment from 5:30 to 7:30 ages. A portion of ticket prices will benefit Sept. 19. YOLO Board Seaside Celebra- p.m. www.sandestin.com. MEETINGS selected charities. www.fwbchamber.com. tion and Paddleboard Race to Benefit Shelter House Domestic Violence Victims’ Locals Holly Burke and Jason Thompson Saturdays. Seaside Kids Storytime, 11 Support Groups. All information discussed FESTIVALS beginning at 8 a.m. A fun-filled day on a.m. www.seasidefl.com. is confidential; no appointment necessary. Sept. 25-27. 32nd Annual Pensacola Sea- the water with races, stand-up paddling Childcare is provided, and refreshments food Festival, Seville Square in downtown demos, YOLO Yak fishing guide demos, are served. Call (850) 243-1201 or visit Pensacola. Area chefs offer fried grouper, silent auction and music by Heritage. Sept. 19 www.shelterhousenwfl.org. blackened mahi mahi and Pensacola crab Proceeds will benefit 18-year-old Burke, - Tuesdays, Fort Walton Beach, 10:30 a.m. ball. Festivalgoers will enjoy arts and crafts who suffers from clear cell sarcoma, and Boys & Girls Clubs of to noon and 6-8 p.m. from over 175 vendors and live music from 28-year-old Jason Thompson, who is fight- the Emerald Coast - Thursdays, Crestview, 10:30 a.m. to a dozen local bands. Also: a 5K walk/run, ing a rare form of leukemia. Tickets are noon. a Splash Dog competition and children’s $5 each—or five for $20—and available Day for Kids - Thursdays, DeFuniak Springs, 1-2:30 p.m. activities. Admission is free. Call (850) at www.yoloboard.com/shop. Additional 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Emer- 433-6512 or visit www.fiestaoffiveflags.org/ information at www.shredoutcancer.com ald Coast Conference Center. This is MUSIC SeafoodFestival. and www.kickingitforjason.com. a day for kids and grown-ups to spend Wednesday Night Concert Series at the some meaningful time together. Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, 7-9 Oct. 2-4. BayFest 2009 in Mobile, Ala- Sept. 20. A Party with a Purpose for Kim Food, crafts and fun. Free! Visit www. p.m. Free and open to the public, weather bama. Musical lineup includes Anita Baker, Estes at Bud & Alleys, Seaside. Kim is a dayforkids.org for more information. permitting. Enjoy new talent from a variety Alan Jackson, Musiq Soulchild, Ne-Yo, the nine-year employee of Bud & Alley’s and of genres this month. www.baytownewharf. Steve Miller Band, T-Pain and many more. has been diagnosed with a rare disorder com. Weekend passes are $35; single day called Guillain-Barre Syndrome. There is a - Sept. 23. Jeff Tucker and On the Beach. passes are $25. Additional info at www. $10 cover, and the event will feature music Rock, pop, country, Americana, jazz and bayfest.com. by Cadillac Willy and Dread Clampitt from Latin…something for everyone to enjoy. 3 to 8 p.m. All proceeds will go to the Kim Sept. 26. The 61st Kids’ Rodeo Kickoff Party - Sept. 30. Stephen Wood Ensemble. Oct. 2-4. The 31st Annual Destin Seafood Estes Assistance Fund in the hopes that she at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar, Destin Wood is a versatile singer with a great Festival at HarborWalk Village. In addition will make a slow but full recovery. Donations Harbor, 2 p.m. Decorate your wagon to passion for the expressive power of sound. to a wide selection of fresh seafood, enjoy can also be sent to P.O. Box 4898, Santa look like a boat, and participate in the His compositions push the relationship entertainment, arts and crafts booths, chil- Rosa Beach, FL 32459. second annual dock parade. Prizes will be between groove and soundscape. dren’s activities and much more. Survivor awarded. Details at www.ajs-destin.com. performs Friday night, followed by Joan Sept. 25. First Annual Animore, a Benefit Saturdays. Seaside’s Endless Summer Jett and the Blackhearts Saturday. Pur- for the Love of Animals, at Bentley’s on LIBRARY EVENTS Concert Series. New local artists and chase admission passes at the Destin Area the Bay, U.S. 331, 6 p.m. Live music by Fridays. Friends of Destin Library, 10 popular regional acts take center stage. Chamber of Commerce. Cost is $5 per Marc Harris and silent auctions. Laurie a.m., Destin Library. The Friends are a www.seasidefl.com. day Friday and Sunday, $10 for Saturday; Hood will present the amazing story of the nonprofit group interested in promoting - Sept. 19. Heritage. The Okaloosa County three-day passes are $15. Visit www.destin- Alaqua Animal Refuge and talk about the the services and needs of the public pop/reggae band mixes Tony Verecchia’s seafoodfestival.org or call (850) 837-6241. organization’s expansion plan. Call (850) library. Membership is $10 per year. Call dynamic vocals and Damien Kealoha’s 598-0710 or email [email protected]. (850) 837-8572. ukulele fluidity. This performance will coin- FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS cide with Seaside’s YOLO Board Celebra- Cottages for Canines at the Village of Sept. 25. A Starry Starry Night at the Sept. 19. Friends of the Niceville Library Baytowne Wharf to benefit the Children’s Hilton Sandestin Beach, 6:30-9 p.m. Enjoy Book Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 19 Places to Go, Things to Do continued tion from 4 to 6 p.m. OPERA - Sept. 26. Seven-mile Hike at Torreya Sept. 26. Reduced Cost Rabies Clinic in - Sept. 26. The Breeze Kings. One of the David Ott’s “The Widow’s Lantern,” a new State Park, 10 a.m. Call (850) 939-0966. Wayside Park, DeFuniak Springs, 8-11 a.m. south’s premier blues outfits—originals work commissioned by the Pensacola - Sept. 27. Juniper Creek Trail Hike, 9 a.m. Clinic is for cats and dogs, but horses will and standards performed with boundless Opera. This is the first full-length original Call (850) 484-9111. be able to receive their Coggins, too. Call enthusiasm. piece developed by the company and is Additional information at http://choctaw. (850) 689-2553. inspired by the history and legend of Pen- floridatrail.org. Sept. 17. Music in Navarre Park, 6-9 p.m. sacola. Premiere performance is Sept. 25 THEATER The park will resound with great music at the University of West Florida, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19. North American Bird Migration Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts from Navarre High School’s talented Matinee performance to follow Sept. 27 at Count sponsored by National Audubon 2009-10 Season Tickets On Sale Now. This “Garage Bands” including Cycle of Insan- 2 p.m. Additional dates: Society and Florida Ornithological Society; season includes Ed Asner as FDR (Feb. 6, ity, I Am Legion and All in Vayne. On-site - Oct. 1 and 2. Fort Walton Beach Civic supported by Choctawhatchee Audubon 2010), the NFSO’s From Russia with Love vendors will offer food and beverages. Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Society. To volunteer, call Don Ware at (850) (Sept. 26) and much more. Visit www.mat- Sponsored by the Greater Navarre Beach - Oct. 4. Panama City Marina Civic 862-6582 or email donware@embarq- tiekellyartscenter.org. Arts Association, Inc. Check out the bands Center, 2 p.m. mail.com. at www.myspace.com/areyouinvayne, For tickets and info, call (850) 433-6737 or Wednesdays. Staged Playreading Series www.myspace.com/cycleofinsanity visit www.pensacolaopera.com. PETS at Seaside’s Meeting Hall Theatre, 7:30- and www.myspace.com/iamlegionfor- 9:30 p.m. Free of charge. Join Seaside wearemany. OUTDOORS Sept. 25-27 Rep actors as they stage a reading of a Adventure Club Activities. new play each week. Audiences get to be Sept. 18. New Orleans’ Brian Stoltz Band - Sept. 17. Bike Ride in Valparaiso, fol- Ultimate Airdog part of the show selection process and see at Blazzue’s in Pensacola. Stoltz’s long lowed by supper at a nearby restaurant, Southern plays the Rep thinks are worth hearing but and illustrious career includes gigs with the 4:30 p.m. Call Jim or Marie at (850) 897- for one reason or another won’t fit on their Funky Meters and Dr. John and recordings 6756. Championship at the stage. www.seasiderep.org. with Bob Dylan. Ex-Freddie Fender guitarist - Sept. 20. Sierra Club Bike Ride on Milton’s Tommy Chadwick will join Stoltz on stage Blackwater Heritage Trail, 8:30 a.m. Bring Village of Baytowne Through Oct. 3. Loblolly Theatre Compa- along with bassist Jimmy Messa (Subdudes) a picnic lunch. Call Bruce at (850) 301- Wharf, ny’s “Rosa and Harvey” above Madison’s and drummer Harrell “Boomer” Bosarge 9452 or Clarice at (850) 581-4591. Sandestin. Ultimate Airdogs showcases Diner in Pensacola. Showtimes are 8 p.m. (Vince Gill’s band). Call (850) 696-2290 for - Sept. 22. Bike Ride in Gulf Breeze fol- a variety of jumps and demonstra- Friday and Saturday, Sunday matinees at reservations. lowed by free Bands on the Beach concert, tions. Dogs travel from far and wide 3. Patricia Simmons recreates the char- 4:30 p.m. Call Clarice at (850) 581-4591. to show off skills through a series of acter Rosa Johnson Perkins, an artist and Sept. 21. Jazz Society of Pensacola - Sept. 24. Bike Ride in Destin’s Holiday splashes. Watch as they race off the adventurer first seen in Interim. This is a one- Gumbo Featuring the Eastside-Westside Isle Area, 4 p.m. Supper after the ride. Call dock, soar in the air and splash into woman tour de force about an 80-year-old Big Band in Phineas Phogg’s Room, Seville Clarice at (850) 581-4591. the lagoon. The event’s main feature woman and a boy on the edge of puberty. Quarter, downtown Pensacola, 6 p.m. - Sept. 26. Bike Ride on Scenic Highway is long distance jumping, and Sunday Who knows what might happen?! Admis- Admission includes a cup of seafood 30-A, 9 a.m. Call Clarice at (850) 581- afternoon includes a vertical jump. sion is $9. Call (850) 439-3010 for reserva- gumbo. Cost is $7 for JSOP members, 4591. Registration is one hour before each tions. www.loblollytheatre.com. $10 for guests, $5 for students and free for - Sept. 29. Bike Ride in Pensacola Beach splash—6:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. and uniformed military. www.myspace.com/ followed by free Bands on the Beach 4 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m., noon WORKSHOPS eastsidewestsidebigband. concert, 5 p.m. Call Rich or Nancy at (850) and 3 p.m. Sunday. All dogs are wel- Sept. 19. Wire Wrapped Jewelry with Mary 377-4676. come to participate. Divisions range Yates, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yates is back with Sept. 26. Bobby “Blue” Bland at Pensaco- from novice to expert. Register at www. two more workshops during which partici- la’s Saenger Theater, 8 p.m. Call (850) 595- Florida Trail Association Activities. ultimateairdogs.net. pants will make three lovely pairs of earrings 3880 or visit www.pensacolasaenger.com. - Sept. 18-20. Weekend of Camping, with sterling silver wire and choice of semi- Biking and Hiking at Three Rivers State precious beads. Cost is $30 for Cultural Arts Sept. 27. Jazz and Hues Cruise Aboard Park. Call (850) 434-8861. Association members and $35 for “not yet” the Solaris, 3-5 p.m. Enjoy live jazz and - Sept. 19. Canoe/Kayak Trip Down Turkey members, plus $15 supply and tools fee. blues music from EdMo Lanier and friends, Creek, 9 a.m. Call (850) 729-6729 or (850) Bring a brown bag lunch. Call (850) 622- along with an exhibit and auction by Walton 682-6098. 5970 to register. County Artist of the Year Michael McCarty. - Sept. 20. Rise and Shine Hike followed by Also: hors d’oeuvres, full service cash bar, breakfast, 6:30 a.m. Call (850) 995-4267. Sept. 23 and 24. Collage/Abstract Work- beautiful view. Guests are encouraged - Sept. 22. Monthly Meeting at Bayou shop with Donnelle Clark. Sign up for to bring musical instruments to donate Blues, Niceville, 6 p.m. Visitors welcome. one or both days. Clark provides designs, to the L.I.N.K.S. program. Tickets are $55. Call (850) 682-6098. paper, stamps, metallic string and threads Call (850) 650-2519 or visit www.sunquest- - Sept. 26. 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September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 21 Page 22 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Book Review Disorientation: Lisa See’s “Shanghai Girls” By Bruce Collier

Los Angeles-based novelist Lisa See’s latest, Shanghai Girls, is her seventh book. It’s my first of her works, but I intend to find some of her earlier stuff. I can’t speak for the others, but if they are as good as this one, she’s a find. See tells the story—spanning some 20 years—of sis- ters Pearl and May Chin, who grow from sheltered teens in Shanghai to mature immigrant American women in World War II and 1950s-era California. Shanghai Girls is an epic, for all that it’s told in only 309 pages. The girls face ruthless Shang- hai gangsters, brutal Japanese soldiers, American bigots and anti-Red Chinese feds. Theirs is a hard-knock life, and some of it is pretty strong stuff to read.

Pearl and May are rich kids, calendar models in Shanghai, whose wealthy father gambles away his and their money, forcing him to arrange marriages for the girls to a sequel. Read the book, and you’ll see Like all of Gregory’s novels, the fiction Chinese men who have moved to America why. Hurry it up, Lisa. is backed up with facts. The White Queen UPCOMING (“Gold Mountain” in Shanghai slang). is one of her finest novels yet and a must BOOK RELEASES Told they will be living the Hollywood GREGORY’S LATEST HISTORICAL read for any historical fiction fan. SEPTEMBER 22 lifestyle, the sisters end up slaving away for NOVEL A MUST - Nicole James a tyrannical father-in-law in China City, a Philippa Gregory’s The White Queen American on Purpose: The garish, un-PC theme park/ghetto that was marks the first book in a brand new series THE LAST WORD ON WOODSTOCK Improbable Adventures of an Unlikely Patriot by Craig Ferguson a precursor to Chinatown. Working at a by the author of The Other Boleyn Girl. The Pete Fornatale’s Back to the Garden lunch counter, narrator Pearl describes novel is set during the War of the Roses offers what appears to be—along with An Echo in the Bone by Diana making chop suey, sweet and sour pork and focuses on Elizabeth Woodville, the Michael Wadleigh’s Oscar-winning film— Gabaldon and cashew chicken, “food I never ate, or wife of King Edward IV and the mother the definitive summing up of a musical Only the Superrich Can Save Us by even heard of, in Shanghai.” May, sexier of two sons who would be the Princes in event. The former New York disc jockey Ralph Nader and more daring, gets involved in motion the Tower. does an exceptional job explaining what Hardball by Sara Paretsky pictures, which gradually takes the family the three-day peace/love/music/drug-fest Hothouse Orchid by Stuart Woods to Los Angeles. All this is set against the Told in first person by Elizabeth, this is was all about, mostly through firsthand backdrop of World War II, the birth of a the story of how as a widow with two sons accounts by the musicians, producers and daughter, and the painful assimilation of meets and secretly marries King Edward old hippies who were there. Nothing from SEPTEMBER 29 immigrant and American-born Chinese IV. As the story progresses, she tells of the Sly Stone, but some of the most amusing into Occidental society. battles between the House of Lancaster remembrances are provided by an ex-Sha Have a Little Faith by Mitch Albom and the House of York as they fight for Na Na member. The reference to Jerry The Wild Things by Dave Eggers Shanghai Girls is about family—parents, the title of King and control of England. Garcia as one of the all-time great drug- Juliet, Naked by Nick Hornby sisters, spouses, in-laws, and children. Gregory writes Elizabeth as a woman who gies is worth the price of the book alone. Pearl has a lot of insights along the way marries into royalty, and whose mother The Murder of King Tut by James Patterson about customs and accepted traditions, Jacquetta helps her navigate the demands Now if everyone could just give it a rest and how some survive uprooting and of her position and the fight for survival until 2019… The Time of My Life by Patrick cross-culturalization, while others wither of her family. While Elizabeth’s two sons - Christopher Manson Swayze in the face of sudden or gradual change. with Edward are the Princes in the Tower, Windows on the World Complete The book mixes historical and fic- Gregory weaves her own spin on what Next Beachcomber: Reviews of the latest Wine Course (25th Anniversary tional characters, and seems thoroughly history tells us happened and what may from Michael Connelly and Jeannette Edition) by Kevin Zraly researched. See is reportedly working on have happened. Walls, plus local author Don Schroeder.

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 23 The Beachcomber Goes to the Movies Acker’s “9” Not Quite a 10 By Adam Pope We soon learn that the very inventor who celebration in the vision of a dark genius, created #1-9 also engineered a machine so and the action that soon takes place is so There has been a lot of buzz around Shane smart and powerful that it could think fluid and exciting it’s definitely worth the Acker’s “steampunk” style animation film freely and create other machines, a skill price of a ticket just to glimpse the movie’s 9, mostly due to the intriguing producer immediately put into use by the govern- original style. combo of Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted, ments of the world for peacekeeping and Day Watch) and the master of dark car- breaking up the riff-raff. That being said, the plot of 9 is a little toonage himself, Tim Burton. The last stale. We are presented with all of the animated tale to carry Burton’s moniker But the machines soon turn on their pieces we need for an engaging story— was the critically acclaimed yet fiscally human slave drivers, sparking an apoca- totalitarian dictator, oversized bodyguard, disappointing Corpse Bride back in 2005. lyptic war that destroys both man and zany comic relief characters, chilling evil Coincidentally, 2005 was the same year machine (Where’s John Conner when you creations, love, laughter, and adventure. that Acker released his original version of need him?). The only things left behind to Unfortunately, these pieces are fully the film—an 11-minute short bearing the “enjoy” in this hollow carcass of a world assembled in the first 45 minutes of the In Proposal, Bullock played a buttoned- same name that ultimately was praised for are the Numbers Gang and a mechanical story, and after that the film looses any down Canadian careerist with a freaky groundbreaking visuals and even earned monster they refer to as “The Beast.” Soon momentum it gained to reach a satisfy- inner life. In All About Steve, she’s Mary an Oscar nomination for Best Short Film. it’s up to 9 to confront the beast to ensure ing conclusion. Acker seems to enjoy Horowitz, a kooky Catholic/Jewish Cali- It’s little wonder why fanboys are practi- the survival of the Numerical race. hauntingly long shots, which serves the fornia girl who lives with her parents and cally foaming at the mouth to get a chance movie well in the bleak and harrowing creates crossword puzzles for a Sacramento to see Acker’s extrapolated 119-minute The visuals in 9 are absolutely transcen- cityscapes yet weighs it down on the plot newspaper. As in Proposal, her romantic version. Acker also went out and loaded dent. Acker and his team are putting progression front. Overall, the film is a history with men is part desert, part his film with a stable of well-known vocal things on the screen in a way that hasn’t truly innovative and refreshing animated train-wreck. However, Mary is a cockeyed patterns (Elijah Wood, John C. Reilly, been seen in mainstream animation. In feature, yet don’t expect it to be stealing optimist who believes there is a perfect Jennifer Connelly, Martin Landau, and an industry whose cartoons have unabash- any thunder from Up for best animated man out there for her. After one frenzied Christopher Plummer to name a few). edly made the crawl into the third dimen- film of the year. It is a must see for any and incomplete blind date, she thinks it’s sion, it’s refreshing to see a director who Tim Burton fan, and Shane Acker seems handsome TV cameraman Steve (Bradley The titular hero is #9, a humanoid burlap isn’t afraid to knock our socks off in Plain poised to begin a promising and original doll complete with mechanical eyes and Jane two dimensions. The disastrous state directing career. UPCOMING clutching digits, who has been given the of the world is ominous and prevalent, spark of life from a brilliant inventor. As and Acker lingers in the wasteland of SUMMER OF SANDRA, PART TWO DVD RELEASES 9 awakens and begins to grow accustomed the cities, making sure the audience gets Phil Traill’s All About Steve is the second september 22 to the world around him, we find that a good look at the effects of war. The Sandra Bullock comedy I have reviewed the world is a fractured ruin devoid of landscape is littered with the debris of this summer. A few months ago it was The Observe and Report. Seth Rogan in 2009’s second mall cop comedy (so any organic life. No humans, no animals, mighty cities and the decomposing bodies Proposal. She has another one in the wings, far). no plants. What it does seem to have is of their former inhabitants (this may be the name of which escapes me and which Paul Newman: The Tribute Collec- an abundant amount of are other burlap a good time to mention that 9 bears a doesn’t look like a comedy. Hollywood’s tion. Thirteen of the legend’s movies, citizens designed by the same inventor PG-13 rating for good reason and might Hardest-Working Actress no longer seems ranging from essential (The Hustler, The and bearing similar single digit call signs. not be great for toddlers). Each scene is a to be Meryl Streep. Verdict) to dubious (Quintet). 30 Rock: Season 3. The wildly over- rated Tina Fey’s award-winning sitcom. WHERE TO We Believe: The Chicago Cubs CATCH A MOVIE: OPENING SOON Movie. Will they ever learn? Sept. 18 Cinema Plus, Downtown FWB, (850) 302- September 29 0129 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The beloved children’s book comes to the big Away We Go. Sam Mendes’ Grand Theatre, Pier Park, Panama City, (850) screen. 236-2990 acclaimed road movie, co-written by Love Happens. Jennifer Aniston and Aaron Dave Eggers. Gulf Breeze Cinema, Gulf Breeze, (850) Eckhart in a romantic dramedy. The Girlfriend Experience. Long- 916-9402 Jennifer’s Body. Killer cheerleaders courtesy awaited collaboration between inven- Lively Cinema 10, Downtown Destin, (850) of Juno screenwriter Diablo Cody. tive director Steven Soderbergh and 654-2992 inventive porn queen Sasha Grey. Rave Motion Pictures, Destin Commons, Monsters vs. Aliens. Animated hit (850) 650-4579 Sept. 25 featuring voice work by hipsters Seth Rogen and Stephen Colbert. Sun Plaza, Mary Esther Blvd., FWB, (850) Fame. Remake of the 1980 flick about 244-4252 spotlight-hungry students. A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa (Extended Edition). Just in time Twin Cities Cinema, John Sims Pkwy., Pandorum. Lost (minds) in space. for Halloween! Niceville, (850) 678-3815 Surrogates. Bruce Willis in a futuristic Blade Shrink. Kevin Spacey, Robin Williams, United Artists, Santa Rosa Mall, FWB, (850) Runner rip. Gore Vidal (!) and others in a comedy 243-2135 about a psychiatrist to the stars.

Page 24 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Beachcomber Movies Cont. Cooper). It isn’t, but that doesn’t stop her. on the boss, played by Jason Bateman. Her pursuit of him is the movie. Bateman’s character is a man to admire. He’s If Bullock and Thomas Haden Church an entrepreneur who has crated a success- were not in this film, it would not be ful business making and distributing food worth watching. Bullock’s success—and extracts. His employees, on the other hand, she mostly succeeds—comes from a total reflect all of the negative stereotypes of the commitment to the physical and verbal blue-collar worker—the rock star wannabe eccentricity of lovestruck, overeducated who can’t do a simple task, the immigrant Mary. Church is picture-perfect as craggy, worker by whom all the other workers feel Since 1963 slightly past-it newsman Hartman, who threatened, and the woman who feels an (Not Just a Restaurant but a Way of Life) solemnly stirs the pot with Mary by lying undeserving sense of entitlement because his backside off to her about Steve’s feel- of the amount of years she’s worked at the ings. This leads to a cross-country chase factory even though all she’s ever done in Fresh Seafood Catch of the Day from one newsworthy disaster site to her time there is nag about how the other another, culminating in an abandoned workers don’t do their job. Eventually the Hand Cut Steaks Homemade Desserts mineshaft where Mary chattily helps actions of these workers culminate in a rescue herself and a deaf child, who tells major calamity at the plant. And, yes, it Trey Nick, 3rd Generation Owner her, in sign language, “You talk too much.” does involve a lawsuit. Family Owned Since 1963 The humor comes from the little stuff. The movie has a subplot involving Mila There are lots of odd cameo characteriza- Kunis’ character, a con artist looking to Scenic Location on the Bay tions that stop short of canned quirkiness, make a big score. It takes a while for the broad satires of TV news anchors and two plotlines to meet, but when they do, Route 20 their exploitative efforts to look compas- it creates more problems for Bateman’s 10 miles East of the Mid-Bay Bridge sionate on camera, and a virtually non- character, including his personal life stop monologue by Mary, who does not (which wasn’t that great to begin with). believe in unexpressed thoughts. Some of Tuesday through Sunday 11am - 8:30pm the better supporting work comes from The movie isn’t exactly laugh-out-loud Ken Jeong as a long-suffering line producer funny, but it’s consistent and will keep and M.C. Gainey as a helpful truck driver. you chuckling throughout. The situations 850.835.2222 - Bruce Collier are relatable in every form, from taking bad advice from a friend while inebri- AN EMPLOYER’S “OFFICE SPACE” ated and the imposing neighbor who just Mike Judge’s Extract is a mix of his won’t stop talking to trying to get home earlier films Office Space and Idiocracy in before the “sweatpants deadline.” Extract that it focuses on what happens when an is certainly buzz-worthy. employer has to deal with workers whose - “Johnny C.” Alexander intelligence is sub-par. But instead of making the protagonist an Average Joe Next Beachcomber: Our take on the first everyday worker, Judge puts the spotlight wave of fall movies. NOW SERVING

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Page 26 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Callahan’s The Apples of My Eye...dining with Bruce Collier 791 Harbor Blvd. Destin Callahan’s: (850) 837-6328/837-7171 Hours: Open Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.; Post-season Comfort Food for the Rest of Us Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations: Call-ahead seating We waited until right after Labor Day to available venture down into Destin for dinner at Children’s Menu: Yes Callahan’s. This was my first trip to its “new” location, but I had eaten at the Dress: Casual original location on Gulf Shore Drive. Callahan’s has a lot more room in its new Atmosphere:  digs. This must be a blessing for lunch- Food Quality:  goers, who used to wait outside the door Service:  for a table in the days when the smaller original was a choice place for locals to Overall:  eat and take care of business in and out of season. a hungry reviewer. My friend took half her steak home. The restaurant is basically a large rectan- gular room of booths and tables, with a I took a short walk after we had finished small bar off in the corner (serving beer, the entrees to look around and scout the wine and cocktails), a cold deli counter desserts, which are not listed on the menu full of steaks, chops, deli meats and Callahan’s reputation among locals as a crabmeat and bearnaise sauce, lasagne, and no doubt vary nightly. I saw a few cheese, and desserts. Ceilings are high, good place for steak, so she was checking seafood platter, spaghetti with sauce, five familiar items, and some that I couldn’t and the walls sport framed liquor and that section out. We split an order of fried burgers, four hot dogs, seven salads, and recognize. Serena happily rattled them aperitif ads from the Art Deco era. The dill pickles and waited for inspiration. It about 20 deli sandwiches, ranging from off. As best I can recall, they had coconut atmosphere is bright and cheerful, as is came just before the pickles. grilled cheese to barbecue to a muffeletta. cake, carrot cake, Italian cream cake, the staff, including our capable server There are some 15 side dishes. Callahan’s German chocolate cake, red velvet cake, Serena, for whom the word “chipper” Most places serve fried pickles in chip also offers a popular “pick your own” several flavors of cheesecake, bourbon might have been coined. slices. Callahan’s serves spears. They steak or chop deal from the deli, for pecan cake, and a Snickers cake. There are greaseless, crunchy, tangy, and go market price plus $2 grilling charge. Sides may have been others. We got the Snick- The menu is a genuine mélange—there are well with the ranch dressing dip. Other are a la carte with that. ers thing, to share. hot and cold deli sandwiches, burgers and starters include a daily soup, onion hot dogs, a short list of Italian favorites, rings, mozzarella sticks, potato skins, Our meats arrived. The ribeye looked If you’re a fan of the eponymous candy steaks, fish and shellfish, pasta dishes, and bacon-wrapped blackened scallops. huge and was cooked as ordered. It was bar, this is your cake, especially since they and comfort food like fried chicken, pot We ate half and boxed up the rest, which seasoned only with salt, pepper and don’t serve it ice-cream cold. One slice roast, pork chops and chicken-fried steak. reheated pretty well. We knew we were a little butter, and needed no more. I was plenty for two, though I’d appreciate They have several meatless items, and the not eating light. wouldn’t call myself a connoisseur of a shot at the bourbon pecan cake some most expensive thing I saw on the regular steak—I don’t eat it that often—but I can time when I haven’t just polished off a menu was $20. There are nightly specials My friend ordered a 14-ounce ribeye appreciate the beefy chew of a ribeye. I plate of liver and onions. (which can be over $20), and even quiche. with vegetables on the side. I saw liver got two generous slices of liver, cooked and onions—common on menus in my tender (I’ll eat it medium rare if asked, If you’ve avoided going into the heart of We sat, got drinks and examined the native Ohio, but less so here. I got that, but I wasn’t, which is okay, too) and darkness—I mean, the heart of Destin—for menu. Callahan’s has no Web site, so with mashed potatoes. Among the other smothered with a rich sauce of onions fear of summer crowds, all appears to be advance reconnaissance was impossible. entrée choices mingling democratically and brown gravy which I’m convinced clear. There’s a table (and a big smile, if My friend and I were pretty hungry. It on the menu were penne pasta, Cajun was scratch-made. That, mashed potatoes Serena’s on duty) waiting for you at Cal- was her first visit, and I had told her of pasta, medallions of beef tenderloin with and steamed broccoli were plenty even for lahan’s.

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Page 28 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Restaurant Guide Restaurants reviewed by our staff of profes- Cajun & Creole sional eaters are rated; all others give an New orleans creole cookery ����� A.J. Tusa, a third- overview of the type of food being served, generation restaurateur, invites you to taste the flavors of the price range, address and phone. The New Orleans. Come try a roast beef po-boy, spicy boiled crawfish or shrimp, or a deep fried seafood platter. Full bar. rating reflects the level of excellence on $5-32. Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, (850) 351-1885. one day only. Happy eating! Casual Dining KEY c amille’s sidewalk café ���¾ Sandwiches of many kinds ����� Excellent and colors are the star at this busy cafe. An extensive menu offers hot and cold meat and vegetable wraps, panini, ���� Terrific salads, and soups, washed down with fruit smoothies. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served. $4-8. 10406 Emerald ��� Honorable Coast Parkway, (Silver Sands Factory Stores) Sandestin, �� Worth checking out 650-2920.

� Order takeout or cook at home Whale’s Tail Beach Bar & Grill If you want to feel like you’re at a real beach bar, this is the place; good food and drinks, plus superb bloody marys. Breakfast, lunch american and dinner. $4‑15, 1373 Scenic Gulf Dr. Destin, 650‑4377. c abana cafe ���� Large, informal and kid-friendly, Cabana Cafe offers a varied menu of snacks, pizzas, COFFEE HOUSES/Delis grilled and cold sandwiches, burgers, and more sophis- ticated grownup fare. Cuban sandwich, po’boys, steaks, Bad Ass Coffee Company A gourmet coffee house fish tacos, and pasta specialties. Breakfast, lunch, and specializing in Kona coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and dinner are served daily. Full bar. $5-28. 112 Seascape lattes. Full deli featuring Boar’s Head products and home- Blvd., Miramar Beach, (850) 424-3574. made muffins, plus breakfast sandwiches and desserts. Free wireless Internet access and merchandise. Open 2 daily at 7 a.m. $1‑6.50. 1708 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Callahan’s restaurant and deli ��� /³ A local lunch and dinner favorite for years, it offers a wide selection of Bch, 269‑3997. sandwiches, salads, burgers, steaks and chops. Favorites are New York strip steak, prime rib and you-name-it deli Camille’s at Crystal Beach A coffee and market shop, sandwich classics. daily speicals, wine and beer, $4-19, overlooking the gulf. Camille’s offers a wide variety of 791 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 837-6328. coffee, breakfast, muffins, sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit smoothies and a package store. Open daily. 2931 Hartell’s Serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337‑8860. night burgers, fries, shakes and ice cream. The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, MISS LUCILLE’S GOSSIP PARLOR Get the scoop and a (850) 654-9453. whole lot more! Enjoy coffee, espresso, breakfast, lunch, fabulous desserts, and free Internet (WiFi) service. Open H og’s Breath Cafe ���� A variety of food options including every day at 7:30 a.m. Located at the corner of 393 & hamburgers, appetizers, certified Angus beef, and local Gulf 30-A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267‑BLAB. seafood entrées at great prices. Daily specials. Live music seven days a week. $4‑19, 541 Hwy. 98E, Destin, 837‑5991. Contemporary bs i tro bijoux ����� The jewel still sparkles at Bay- the magnolia grill Historic 1920s Florida charm, often towne, serving a seasonal menu including quail, venison, called “a museum that serves food.” Seafood, steaks, duck, steak, chicken, veal and seafood with spectacular Italian favorites, wine and beer. Delighted to take your sauces and a variety of sides. Terrific bread, and desserts reservation. $5-24, 157 Brooks Street SE, Fort Walton worth planning for in advance. Nightly specials, full bar. Beach, (850) 302‑0266. www.magnoliagrill.com. $8-38. 9100 Baytowne Blvd., Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, (850) 622-0760. Mary’s kitchen ���� A country outpost since 1950, Mary’s offers pork barbecue, fried catfish and a well- BLUZ GRILL & BAR ���� An island of food, drink and chosen list of hearty homestyle items. Meatloaf burgers, serious local and regional music, Bluz opens early and Caffe Italia sandwiches, and plenty of sides. Pies made in-house stays open late, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, daily. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. $4-11. 186-G Eglin much of it with an Italian accent. Pasta, pizza, calzone Pkwy. NE, Fort Walton, 863-1141. Europe on the sound and house specialties with fish, seafood, chicken and veal and a wide choice of toppings and sauces. Live r um runners ���� This is the Baytowne Wharf place with with romantic ambiance the dueling pianos. It’s also a comfortable spot for lunch music, full bar. $7-19. 11225 U.S. 98 East, Miramar Beach, and dinner, with a variety of appetizers, wraps, sandwiches (850) 424-5980. and main dishes featuring beef, chicken and plenty of for Rehearsal Dinners, Gulf seafood. Full bar, open for lunch and dinner. $7-25. bogey’s ���� Fine dining in the beautifully maintained 130 Fisherman’s Cove, Sandestin, 351-1817. old Hotel DeFuniak. Fish, shellfish, chicken, veal and beef prepared in both traditional and imaginative new ways. Weddings, Engagements, slick mick’s This is a family owned deli, grill, and sports Soft-shelled crab, prime rib, chicken piccata, scampi, bar featuring authentic Philly cheese steaks, brick oven even fish and chips, in a soothing and elegant dining Birthday Parties etc... pizza, deli and specialty sandwiches and salads in a laid room. Lots of dessert choices, full bar. $5-30. 400 U.S. 90 back family atmosphere. A great draft beer selection, East, DeFuniak Springs, (850) 951-2233. too. $8‑12, 19 N. Eglin Pkwy, FWB, 864‑5577. bud & alley’s ����� This Seaside perennial just keeps Wing-stop “The Wing Experts” Chicken wings & tenders getting better. Lunch and dinner daily, with a varying menu always made fresh-to-order & served steaming hot, ready offering grilled, roasted, and sautéed fish and shellfish, quail, in less than 14 minutes. Sauced in nine proprietory flavors chicken, pork, and plenty of interesting accompaniments. Homemade sides & fresh cut fries. Offering Wine & Beer. Full bar, $4-34. 2236 CR30A East, Seaside, 231-5900. Dine in or Take Out 837-5333 Walmart Shopping Center, 16055 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Suite #111, Destin, Locally CALLAHAN’S ���� A long-time favorite of Destin locals, owned and operated. Callahan’s Restaurant & Deli lives up to its name, offer- ing one of the town’s most varied selections of deli Barbeque sandwiches, salads, and full-on meals, with everything from quiche to barbecue. Steaks and chops are a HO’B G S ReaTH BOSS HOG BBQ Smoked dry rubbed ribs, Boston perennial favorite, along with comforting meals of pot butts, chickens and turkeys. Sandwiches and plates, full roast, prime rib, seafood platters, and some fancier service catering. Homemade key lime pies and picnics regular and special items. Lunch and dinner; beer, wine to go. Located next to Hog’s Breath Café. 837‑0644. and mixed drinks, $3-20. 791 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-6328/837-7171. JamBone ���� Organically raised barbecue with an array of seasonings and sauces. Brisket, wings, pork, CAMELLIA GRILL ���� Come early, stay late at this ribs, chicken, burgers, and sides. There’s a seafood recently-opened dining spot on the Destin Harbor. Homemade food cooked Tues-Sun Open at 5pm raw bar, more than 100 beers, and live music. Friendly Friendly servers talk you through a menu offering formi- with fresh ingredients service in a casual atmosphere. Lunch and dinner dable omelettes, waffles, and hearty sandwiches, grilled for Dinner daily, full bar. $2 - 23. 3906 U.S. 98 West, Santa Rosa before your eyes and served over the counter in a bright Docking Available Beach, 267-1497. diner atmosphere. Burgers, roast beef sandwiches, BLTs, 850.664.0035 chili, ice cream desserts and old-fashioned pies. $1-9. Holidays are around the corner, Breakfast & More 2 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 650-2907. www.acaffeitalia.com SILR VE Sands Serving breakfast seven mornings a week At the foot of the Brooks St. Bridge book your party now! from 5:30‑10:30 a.m. Big country breakfasts fit for the courtyard wine & cheese A wine bar featuring low pro- sea‑going fisherman in the true tradition of Destin. duction wines by the glass, bottle or for retail. The tasting $3‑12, 538 Hwy 98 (Harbor Docks Restaurant), Destin, 837‑2506. OUTDOOR PATIO AND BAR September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 29 Restaurant Guide continued room opens to a courtyard and an artisan cheese shop chops, curries, or steaks, seafood and chops prepared featuring cheeses, cured meats, oils, vinegars, cheese in a wood-fired oven. Desserts and after-dinner coffee plates, and fondue. Tasting and live music regularly, call drinks. Sunday brunch. $6-32. 4201 Two Trees Road (Palms for details. WiFi compatible. (850) 231-1219. of Destin), Destin, (850) 351-0900.

fire ���� A warm place to eat in Grayton Beach, offer- (Vin’tij) � Wine boutique and bistro. Wonderful ing a seasonally varied menu of fish, shellfish, meat and food, service and atmosphere. Great approach to wine poultry served with imaginative sides in a cozy, homelike service offering Flight or tasters of unique varietals. Open setting. Pheasant, pork roulades, veal, grouper, and short daily for lunch or dinner plus a well stocked retail wine ribs are among the choices. Lunch and dinner, wine and shop. $5-19, 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650-9820. beer. $6-35, 55 Clayton Lane, Grayton Beach, 231-9020. French great southern cafe ���� Coastal, Louisiana bayou B AY Café Splendid French and French‑inspired food and country cooking in the heart of Seaside, served in served in a romantic atmosphere indoors or outdoors style with elegant touches and in large portions. Robust just under the Brooks Bridge. Choose from seafood, beef, appetizers, main courses and sandwiches, with favorites chicken, duck, and some rarely seen French specialties. like cheese grits, grillades, po-boys, oysters Rockefeller, Terrific bread. Wine by the glass or bottle. Reservations steaks, chicken, burgers and pasta. They even have black- accepted. $4‑28, 233 Alconese Avenue, FWB, 244‑3550. eyed peas and fried green tomatoes. Daily specials, full bar. $5-28. 83 Central Square, Seaside, (850) 231-7327. Café Provence Delicious soups, bread and desserts made daily. Fish, seafood, beef, lamb and duck all prepared from Drink, dine, and solaris dinner/dance cruise ����¾ the freshest ingredients, served in a stylish French country even dance on the water with an evening cruise from atmosphere. Wonderful wines and full bar. Open for lunch Baytowne Marina. SunQuest Cruises’ entertainment yacht and dinner Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Sunday Solaris offers fine dining and musical entertainment. Lim- brunch 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations suggested. $5-45. ited advance reservation menu, wine and full bar, as well 35 Mussett Bayou Road, Santa Rosa Beach. (850) 622‑3022. as special cruises. $68 for dinner and cruise. SunQuest Cruises, Baytowne Marina, Sandestin, 650-2519. GREEK 1 TE AH 3 GR CES TAVERNA Mediterranean cuisine and fine summer kitchen cafe ���� /³ Located at the heart of the Rosemary Beach action, Summer Kitchen Cafe pastry. More than just a restaurant, 3 Graces offers a deli offers relaxed, informal inside and outside dining just a market with meats by the pound and homemade breads short walk from the beach. Breakfast, lunch and dinner including olive and rosemary. Open for breakfast, lunch and available—waffles, omelets, sandwiches, salads, local dinner. Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. 9375 Emerald Coast fish and shellfish, prepared with some imaginative sauces Pkwy. Suite 9, Market Shops at Sandestin, (850) 424-6004. and sides. Shrimp with grits, jerk pork, and pasta dishes are some of the varied items. Beer and wine, $4-22. IRISH 60 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, (850) 231-6264. Johnnct y M ighe’s ���� Ireland on Scenic 30-A, a unique outpost of food and drink in Santa Rosa Beach. WILD S OliVE ���� A relaxing spot for a relaxing breakfast, McTighe’s opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 2 a.m. the next lunch or dinner in the heart of Rosemary Beach, whether day. In between, the all-day menu offers an Irish grand you dine in or outside. Salads, sandwiches, pizzas, even slam of a breakfast, fish and chips, wings, pizza, and an tapas, pastries and a well-stocked deli/grocery counter. array of hearty sandwiches, including Irish reuben, Philly Roast, beef, chicken, fresh catch-of-the-day, Italian and cheese steak, burgers, chicken and hot dogs. There’s Greek sandwiches and salads. Beer and wine. $3- 20. even Maine lobster bisque. Full bar, $4 - 21. 2298 Scenic 104 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, (850) 231-0065. Highway 30-A West, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0101. Eclectic Italian Big City american bistRo ����� A bistro offering an CaffÉ Italia ����¹/³ Set in an 80-year-old house on extensive menu of both high-toned and comfort food the water, Caffé Italia offers comfort and friendly service. such as meat loaf and mac and cheese. Other choice Traditional Italian-style appetizers, pastas, lasagna, pizzas, are rack of lamb, grilled fish and steaks, and pizza. and house specialties, made with fresh herbs and local Polished service, and swoon-inducing desserts. Wine fish. Wine, beer and bar. $4-24. 189 Brooks Street, Fort and beer. $5-29, 171 SW Brooks Street, FWB, 664-0664. Walton Beach, 664-0035.

CAFÉ THIRTY-A ����� Cafe Thirty-A has been here a Carrabba’s ���� Enjoy well-prepared and generously while. Finding out why can be a delicious experience. A portioned Italian classics and specialties in a comfortable nightly-changing menu offers steaks, chicken, pork, lamb, atmosphere friendly to adults and kids. Lasagne, ravioli, and local seafood elegantly prepared with imaginative veal marsala, house made sausage, wood-fired pizzas, sauces and sides, courteously served in a beautiful beef, chicken and seafood options, with nightly specials. beach-house atmosphere. Lobster bisque, stone crab Dinner daily, lunch and dinner on Sundays and full bar claws, seasonal fish and shellfish, and wood oven-baked service. $4-22. 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Silver Sands pizzas. Full bar. $8-36. 3899 E. Scenic Highway 30-A, Factory Stores, 837-1140. Seagrove Beach, (850) 231-2166. Cv u ee Beach Bistro and Wine Bar offers a conglomeration of c amille’s at crystal beach ����¹/³ Gulf Coast/New multiregional cuisines reaching from New Orleans to Old Italy. Orleans cooking meets the flavors of Japan in this warm, The menu encompasses seafood, steaks, pastas and brick cozy dining establishment with a Gulf view. Seafood rules oven pizzas. Dinner from 5 - 10:30 pm nightly, with a special both on the regular menus and at the sushi bar. Full bar ser- bar menu offered from 4 pm - midnight. 36120 Emerald vice offered. $4‑20, 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337‑8860. Coast Parkway in Destin, Florida. Phone 850-650-8900.

Graf f iti’s at the village of baytowne wharf Waterfront e n z o ’s �    Small and elegant, Enzo’s dining. Eclectic Italian, seafood, steaks, and pasta. Visit serves an ambitious menu of Italian standards the Rooftop Bar. The Village of Baytown Wharf, Sandestin and specialties, including pastas with chicken, seafood or Golf and Beach Resort, (850) 424-6650. veal with an interesting selection of appetizers. Steaks, pizzas and calzones of all kinds. Excellent desserts. Wine and beer. The Melting Pot ����� Fondue central, with cheese, $5-21. 1598 CR-393, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-3003. meat, chicken, duck, and seafood fondues, blended tableside, complete with diner participation. Choose tradi- f at clemenza’s ����� Pizza the way it should be, tional, Caribbean, and do-it-yourself fondue-based meals. served piping hot from a brick oven, with simple and Save room for the chocolate fondues. Dinner daily, full bar. flavorful toppings. Traditional Italian menu offers brus- $8-52 and up. 11394 U.S. 98 West, Destin, (850) 269-2227. chetta, pasta, calamari, ravioli, lasagna, and calzones. Don’t pass up dessert. Beer and wine, daily specials. Pi colo and the Red Bar Blackboard specials every day for $4-22. 12273 U.S. 98, Holiday Plaza, Destin, 650-5980. lunch and dinner. Salads, burgers, soup, fish of the day, baked eggplant, pasta, and manicotti. Crab cakes on the Graffiti ���� Mediterranean meets relaxed Florida SR weekends. 04 $5 ‑18, 20 70 Hotz 09 Ave, Grayton Bch, 231‑1008. coastal. Graffiti offers seafood, steak, various pastas with a range of sauces, pizza and walls covered with local art- BN Sn a ta R 05osa Bea 04ch Cl 09ub ���� Fine food, attentive work. The crayons are still on the tables. Wine and full bar service and a great view of the Gulf, all in one place. service. $4-29, 707 Harbor Blvd. East, Destin, 654-2764. Well-chosen club menu offers both land and sea based food, simply and elegantly present in a comfortable Graf f iti, baytowne wharf ���� A splash of color at the atmosphere. Grilled fish, beef, pork and pasta dishes. Village of Baytowne Wharf, Graffiti offers a well-prepared, Daily specials and full bar for lunch and dinner. $5-31, artfully presented array of pastas, fish, seafood, chicken, 4801 Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-2305. beef and pork with wine and herb-based sauces. Try the pasta bolognese or shellfish low country. Nightly specials Trader Vic’s ����� Get a fix of the tropics at Trader and noteworthy desserts. Wine, full bar. $5-29. 109 Can- Vic’s. Start off with one of the house’s specialty drinks, nery Lane, Village of Baytowne, Destin (850) 424-6650. ranging from Mai Tais to Potted Parrots. Follow with an array of Polynesian, Chinese and Asian -inspired appe- tizers and entrees, including crispy duck, Hawaiian pork

Page 30 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 Restaurant Guide continued JE O Y TOmaTO’S ����� Joey Tomato’s is that little beverages. Lunch and dinner. $2-15, 326 Eglin Pkwy, Fort dining. All day and evening deliveries resort wide seven days wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations recommended, not neighborhood Italian place you always wanted to know Walton Beach, 862-0978. a week. From small parties to large groups. Live music avail- required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar Beach, (850) 654-6900. about. Family owned and operated, Joey Tomato’s offers able and specialty menus to make your party a memorable a crowded lunch menu of New York inspired deli sand- ORIENTAL experience. Contact Chris Ruyan, Event Coordinator, at (850) Crab Trap (2 locations) ����� Getting seafood to the wiches, and a dinner menu featuring everything from 218-2628 or call the restaurant at (850) 351‑1998. people is what it’s all about at Crab Trap. Huge space and Dy y nast Chinese Cuisine ����� All your Chinese favor- plenty of tables, effecient staff, and a menu full of crab, lasagna and pasta favorites to sophisticated veal and ites, classically prepared with individuality and served Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian shrimp, fish and shellfish prepared in old and new-fashioned seafood dishes. Desserts are in the best Italian tradition. with style. Beef, chicken, pork and seafood, noodles and Sc au e Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to ways. Full bar, $5-40. 3500 Scenic Hwy 98E, Destin, 654-2722 Service is friendly and helpful. Beer and wine. $4-22. 1146 family-style dishes. Beer and wine. $2-19. 12889 Emerald taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce! and 1430 Hwy 98W, Okaloosa Island Boardwalk, 301-0959. John Sims Pkwy. East, Niceville, (850) 729-3354. Coast Pkwy, Miramar Plaza, Destin, 837-6675. Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s Sc au e Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New DEWEY DESTIN’S HARBORSIDE ���� The classics, done LIN’S ASIAN CUISINE ���� Enjoy carefully prepared and York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get right, at this newly-opened waterside seafood establish- Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to artfully served Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes in a Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and ment. Shrimp, crab, tuna, grouper, scallops, oysters and taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce! pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Chicken, beef, 850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin, some land-based items, served fried, grilled, or steamed Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s pork, duck, fish and shellfish are cooked to suit most Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls. in most conceivable combinations. Family-friendly, with Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New tastes, and Lin’s offers your favorites—General Tso’s an accommodating staff. Nightly specials, full bar. $5-40. York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get chicken, Mongolian beef, pad thai, lo mein and kung A family-run business 202 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-7525. Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and pao, among many others. Beer and wine. $2-15. 130 sy pic noodle italian bistro serving traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly 850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin, Scenic Gulf Dr. #5B, Miramar Beach, (850) 424-5888. Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls. family atmosphere. We serve generous portions of Fisherman’s Wharf ���� Casual seafood dining, plain quality meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an or fancy, overlooking the Destin fishing docks. Grilled, fried Oa s ka Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar ���� Enjoy affordable price. Our bread, pizza dough and special or blackened local fish and seafood, house specialties spicy noodle italian bistro A family-run business serv- fresh fish, shellfish, meat and chicken dramatically pre- dipping oil are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are like East Pass grouper, mixed platters, and starters like ing traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly family pared before your eyes in the hibachi rooms. Or choose served from 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and ‘gator wings and fried green tomatoes. Lunch and dinner atmosphere. We serve generous portions of quality your favorite sushi, sashimi or house special rolls in the sushi happy hour prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly spe- daily, full bar. $4-23. 210-D U.S. 98, Destin, (850) 654‑4766. meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an affordable bar. Open weekdays for lunch and dinner with full bar ser- cials and a children’s menu. Beer and wine are avail- price. Our bread, pizza dough and special dipping oil vice. $5‑50 34745 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin. 650‑4688. are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are served from able. Dine in or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and happy hour mile east of Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www. sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, Oa us ka S shi Rocks ���� It’s the little Sushi house on the spicy-noodle.com for complete menu and pricing. Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly specials and a Lagoon. Osaka Sushi Rocks offers an extensive list of sushi, specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a children’s menu. Beer and wine are available. Dine in sashimi, and rolls, both classic and regional specialties. great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one mile east of Friendly, serene atmosphere. Tempura, noodles and SEAFOOD $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229. Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www.spicy-noodle. teriyaki favorites also available. Wine and beer. $4-50. AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar Seafood plus atmosphere com for complete menu and pricing. 108 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1006. overlooking the Destin harbor. Oyster Happy Hour H ammerhead’s Bar & Grille Party to live music and sunsets Monday through Friday and now serving Grilled Oysters! on the open deck overlooking the bay. Featuring char- LATIN / Mexican Sai-Kyo Whether you go Japanese, Vietnamese, or pay a Idle Time Happy Hour Monday through Friday 4-7 p.m. grilled oysters on the half shell, steamed seafood buckets, EL MERCADITO CONVENIENCE STORE AND LATIN DELI Serving visit to both, this is the place. Sushi, rice dishes, and tradi- Live music seven days a week. Call (850) 837-1913 or grilled sandwiches and a large selection of specialty tamales, tacos, tortillas, empanadas and the best burritos in tional soups (pho) meat and seafood rice platters, teriyaki, visit www.ajs-destin.com. cocktails. $9‑25, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351‑1997. town. Extraordinary 9-inch sandwiches, including house spe- and stir-fries. Beer, wine, and sushi bar. $5-30. 14091 Emer- cialty Tortas Mexicanas. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 3906 ald Coast Pkwy, (Emerald Coast Centre) Destin, 650-5319. baby J’s ���� Casual dining on the Destin harbor, Harbor Docks Overlooking the Destin Harbor featuring U.S. 98 West No. 12, Santa Rosa Beach. (850) 622-4760. with refined, thoughtfully-executed food. Raw oysters, original atmosphere and great seafood from our own Sushi siam ����½ East meets west and everyone wins at sushi rolls, fish tacos, sandwiches, and daily specials of seafood market, sushi and hibachi. Live entertainment on La Paz La Paz offers just about anything one might this attractive restaurant with an elegant atmosphere with grilled, steamed and blackened fish and seafood, plus ���� the deck. $4‑25, 538 Hwy 98, Destin, 837‑2506. want from a Mexican/Southwestern kitchen, including tama- reasonable prices. A full range of sushi, Japanese, Thai and pasta, beef and chicken. Friendly, attentive service with les, tacos, fajitas, burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas, throw- a touch of European fare. Fish, shellfish, duck, beef, noodle full bar. $6-30. 194 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 269-2222. JC’sf of the hook JC’s Off the Hook offers tasty and ing in a thoughtfully-prepared list of grilled local fish, shellfish and curry dishes, with a full bar and sushi bar. $4-25. 4236 ���� affordable fish, shellfish and steaks served in a comfortable, and some imaginative spin-offs on classics. Daily specials, Legendary Drive, Destin Commons, 650-5861. THE Boat house Oyster Bar Open daily at 11 a.m. until cheerfully decorated atmosphere within walking distance full bar. $4-20. 950 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin (850) 837-2247. ? with entertainment seven days a week. Award-winning of the beach. Friendly service and a family-friendly menu gumbo, oysters and the coldest beer in town. On the P IZZA & PASTA featuring grilled, sauteed or fried grouper, mahi mahi, Pepito’s Mexican Grill ½ An enormous menu, plenty Destin Harbor 1/2 mile east of the Destin Bridge, 288 U.S. ���� Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the ribeye and sirloin steaks, chicken, shrimp and crab cakes. of room, and a friendly staff make Pepito’s a good bet for a 98 E., $2.50-18.95. (850) 837-3645. sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, Nightly specials. Full bar, $4-20. 2210 W. Scenic Highway Mexican snack or feast. Traditional and unusual fare includes Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta 30-A, Blue Mountain Beach. (850) 267-0374. CAPT. DAVE’S ON THE GULF ¾ A tradition since 1977, carnitas, enchiladas, fajitas, vegetarian dishes, steaks and specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a ���� seafood specialties. $4-19. 757 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 650-7734. Capt. Dave’s is a go-to place for the kind of seafood that great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. Like the name says, prepare made this area famous. A time-tested selection of fried, louisiana lagniappe ����� $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229. for something extra at Lagniappe, with Louisiana Creole sea- grilled, and broiled fish, shellfish, steaks and chicken, with MEDITERRANEAN food specialties from the Gulf, enriched with opulent sauces house and seasonal specialties. Full bar. $5-25. 3796 A li Baba Grill Café 2/ Satisfy your Greek and Middle M u ellow M shroom Pizza Bakery ���� Widely, wildly and toppings. Grilled, blackened, fried or baked grouper, ��� ³ Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 837-2627. Eastern cravings at this Fort Walton Beach lunch and assorted menu of stone baked pizzas, hoagies, calzones, shrimp, crab, swordfish, beef and chicken served in gener- dinner spot. Grilled lamb, beef, chicken and fish, as well salads, and specialty items. Pizzas traditional and exotic ous portions, with a great view thrown in. Sunday brunch, C APT.’s table fish house restaurant & oyster bar Serves as traditional Middle Eastern specialties like hummus, include pesto, jerk chicken, gourmet white, and Magical full bar. $6-33. 775 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin, (850) 837-0881. fresh local seafood. “We catch our fresh fish off our two tabbouleh and baklava. Buffet available. $3-20, 550 Mystery Tour. Colorful psychedelic décor and friendly service. commercial boats.” Grouper, trigger, amberjack, red fish. Mary Esther Cut Off, FWB, 986-5555. $4‑25. 960 Hwy 98E, Sunsations Plaza, Destin, 650‑6420. Stay away fools, ‘cause food Full bar. 1110 St. Andrews, Panama City, (850) 767-9933. TEO H L VE ShaCK ���� rules at the Love Shack. An outdoor pool and walls full of Bombay Masala ���� One-of-a-kind Indian dining, with Roberto’s Pizzeria Authentic Italian pizzeria serving home- painted fish make a family and kid-friendly atmosphere. A CPRG OP E Rill Excellent menu and the finest wines on the assorted curries, rice dishes, and savory breads. Chicken, made pies whole or by the slice, specialty seafood pizzas, Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine dining lamb, shrimp and goat dishes, spiced from mild to fiery, muffulettas, lasagna, and great Italian salads plus beer and at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at 5. Personal plus an extensive vegetarian menu. Exotic desserts and wine. Indoor/outdoor seating including our peaceful lakeside Dine In or Take Out

Grilled Lemongrass Shrimp Authentic Indian Cuisine Lunch Specials Chicken, Lamb, Vegetarian and Seafood Specialties Monday - Friday Menu Items available from 11am to 11pm Free Soda We make our own naan bread in a clay oven. with Lunch Specials Free 2 Cold Drinks or Ice Tea & One Plain Naan Bread Seafood Delight Dine In only with 2 Menu Items www.linsasiancuisine.com Daily Lunch Buffet $9.99 11am-3pm Phone: 850-424-5888 Fax: 850-424-5889 Wine & Beer. Specialty Indian Drinks 130 Scenic Gulf Dr. Suite 5B Miramar Beach, Fl. 32550 850-362-6166 Fax 850-362-6165 209 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, 200% No MSG 100% Vegetable Oil Fort Walton Beach, Fl (Across from Olive Garden)

September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 The Beachcomber Page 31 Good Serv ce Restaurant Guide continued varied menu features local seafood, steaks, chicken, ribs, finest aged prime beef and 100 wines by the glass in i and pasta dishes, with Southwest and Caribbean-style a lively, stylish atmosphere. Fleming’s is where evenings Inexp ns veei preparation. Jerk chicken, fish tacos, fried pickles and out become memorable times. 600 Grand Boulevard seafood baskets available, and more. Full bar. $4-22. Suite M105, Sandestin, (850) 269-0830. 306 Bald Eagle Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0399. Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the Nick’s ���� Going strong at 40-plus, Nick’s is a local sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf, tradition for the best of the Gulf’s fish and shellfish. Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta Fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, and crab served grilled, specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a steamed, or fried in a casual family atmosphere. Daily great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar. specials and raw oysters in season. Serving beer and wine. $4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229. D $4-26, 7585 Hwy 20, Basin Bayou, Freeport, 835-2222. PANDORA’S ����� The Emerald Coast’s oldest family- O tld Bay S eamer ����¹/³ Wide variety of fresh steamed owned steakhouse specializing in only the finest choice “Best Chinese on the Emerald Coast” seafood served in every imaginable combination. USDA beef charbroiled over an open oak fire and the Lunch Specials $5.95 Choose from crab, shrimp, lobster, oysters, clams, mus- freshest local seafood. Prime rib special Wednesday and sels, and fresh catch of the day. Pasta and steak/seafood Sunday, only $14.95. Music with Greg Pendleton Wednes- Dine In or Take Out 837-6675 pairings also offered. Friendly, efficient service. Open day, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday is Jazz Night with Sean daily for dinner, with full bar. $4‑27, 102 Santa Rosa Blvd., Dietrich and Jim Ates. Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday, 5-7 Okaloosa Island, 664‑2795. p.m. Open 5 p.m.; call for reservations. Closed Mondays. FREE Soda with any Dinner Meal 1226 Santa Rosa Blvd., Okaloosa Island, (850) 244-8669. only with this ad Original Waterfront Crab Shack ���¹/³ A taste of the good old days in one of the oldest waterfront seafood Seagar’s prime steaks & seafood The area’s first AAA Mon - Thur 11:00am - 9:30 pm houses in the area. A menu crowded with fresh local 4-Diamond restaurant specializing in the finest prime Quality seafood served fried, grilled, or steamed in every com- beef and freshest seafood available. Private dining facili- Fri - Sat 11:00am - 10:00pm bination. Soups, salads, steaks, and sandwiches too. Full ties and wine room with more than 800 labels. Features Closed on Sunday bar service with open patio/deck. Arrive by car or boat. tableside preparations and live piano nightly. Reserva- 12889 Emerald Coast Pkwy (Miramar Plaza) $5‑25, 104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, FWB, 664‑0345. tions recommended. 622-1500. $10‑50, 4000 Sandestin Fre h ssne s Blvd., at the Hilton Sandestin. www.SeagarsDestin.com Poppy’s Seafood Factory ����� Resort casual fine dining featuring live Maine Lobster, USDA prime steaks SUSHI (all are in restaurants) and a variety of fresh local fish and shellfish. Flavors range Camille’s at crystal beach $5‑10, 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, from Cajun/Creole to coastal and Caribbean. Live music Crystal Beach, 337‑8860. and decks overlooking the bay. Children’s menu, full bar services. $6‑50, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351‑1996. Harbor Docks $3‑12; 538 Hwy 98, Destin, 837‑2506. Shades at the loop Good selection of local ���� old florida fish house $4-29; 5235 E Hwy 30A, Seagrove seafood and land fare, simply prepared, served with Beach, 534-3045. efficiency and a smile. Grilled, fried and blackened fish and chicken, sandwiches and salads. Pork chops, OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI BAR 34745 Emer- steak, even wings and pizza. Full bar and wide choice ald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650‑4688. of draft and bottled beers. $5-24, 10952 Hwy 30A, Inlet Bch, 231‑9410. Osaka Sushi Rocks ���� It’s the little Sushi house on the Lagoon. Osaka Sushi Rocks offers an extensive list of sushi, Excellent service is a hallmark Stf a af ’s Se food Restaurant sashimi, and rolls, both classic and regional specialties. of one of the area’s oldest dining establishments. Open Friendly, serene atmosphere. Tempura, noodles and only for dinner. $14‑25, 24 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, 243‑3482. teriyaki favorites also available. Wine and beer. $4-50. 108 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1006. St a eambo t bar & grill Menu features etouffee, seafood, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, raw bar and Asian food. Open Sai-kyo $5-30, 14091 Emerald Coast Pkwy (Emerald daily for lunch and dinner. $5-22. Live music and happy Coast Centre), 650-5319. hour, 3-7 p.m. daily. Daily specials and full bar service. Inside and outside dining with covered patio. 4943 U.S. 98 West, Suite #1, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-1522. tHAI Bangkok House ���� Still going strong at the same FWB Stinky’s fish camp ���� Seafood is king at this informal location, Bangkok House offers an variety of Thai and other Santa Rosa Beach eatery. Oysters “all ways,” crawfish pie, Asian-style dishes, including Thai curries, soups, dinner salads, catfish or frog legs meuniere, and gumbo are just a few roast duck, fried rice and noodle dishes, and plenty of sea- of the Louisiana-inspired dishes. Service is friendly and food and vegetarian options. Weekly lunch buffet, full bar. attentive. Open daily, 11 a.m. to midnight. Full bar. $7-32. $4-22. 201 Ferry Avenue, Fort Walton Beach, (850) 243-6911. 5960 Scenic Highway 30-A. (850) 267-3053. lou t s thai restaurant Thai cuisine prepared by natives of Thailand. Hot bar offered as a lunch special and full STEAKS menu all day including stir-fry, pad thai and more. Open Boar’s Head Restaurant & Tavern ���� Since 1978, a for lunch and dinner. 550 Mary Esther Blvd. (Longhorn good reason to drive to Panama City Beach. Beef, sea- Plaza), $3-$15, 243-3744. food, pork, chicken, and game foods simply prepared, with an emphasis on grilling. Regular house specialties, nightly Thai Delights ����� Located in the heart of Destin, specials and live entertainment Wed‑Sat. Full bar service. Thai Delights offers exemplary Thai cuisine, using fresh $3.50 ‑ $27. 17290 Front Beach Rd, PCB, 866‑234‑6628. local seafood and plenty of flavorful Thai herbs and seasonings. Choose from stir-fries, curries, noodles, spicy COPPER GRILL Excellent menu and the finest wines on the soups and salads. Beer and wine are available. $4-25, Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine 205 Mountain Drive, Destin, 650-3945. dining at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at 5. Personal wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN recommended, not required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar Hr a bor Docks Serving lunch daily from 11‑4 p.m. offering Family owned since 1976 Beach, (850) 654-6900. fresh veggie plates, Thai food, shrimp, fish sandwiches and plates, and daily specials. $3‑12, 538 Hwy 98, Serving the Gulf Coast Fleming’s prime steakhouse & wine bar An ongoing Destin, 837‑2506. Fresh Seafood & Steaks celebration of exceptional food and wine. Enjoy the Casual Gulf Front Dining Follow Us!

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silen t lady This 64’ custom-built luxury schooner R osemary Beach fitness center Upscale line of Clement E. Taylor City Park This park is named AMUSEMENT—wATER is crafted after whaling vessels of yesteryear. Daily cardiovascular and strength training equipment, after one of Destin’s early settlers and is on Choc- sailing adventures are offered four times a day and individual cardio theaters. Certified personal train- tawhatchee Bay. Chock full of shade trees, there PARKS serving free beer and wine. Call 837-4703 for reserva- ers plus yoga, pilates, tai chi and water aerobics are picnic areas and restrooms, but no camping. DESTIN HISTORY & FISHING MUSEUM Open year round, tions. 116 Hwy 98E, located behind AJs. classes in heated pool with adult-only swim times. Destin, off Calhoun Drive. Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Day passes and full membership. www. rosemary- Call for holiday hours of operation. Admission is $5 for Snorkel & Dive with Scubatech Open daily 8-5. A beach.com, (850) 278-2200. Dune Allen In Dune Allen beach this access has adults, $4 for seniors and military and $3 for children. full service scuba and snorkeling facility including parking, but no bathrooms, showers or picnic area. 108 Stahlman Avenue, Destin, 837-6611. retail, rental, air, and nitrox. Instruction offered at all Yoga-Pilates by the sea Beach/Bay Yoga and 5753 Hwy 30‑A W., Santa Rosa Beach. levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs and wrecks for Pilates classes. Yoga-Pilates intensives Monday Ebro Greyhound Park Live greyhound racing and certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or Discover Scuba and Wednesday 8:30-9:30 a.m. Yoga-Pilates Flow Ed Walline A large public beach access in South simulcasting. Call for schedule. Located at the corner to jetties for non-certified divers. 304 Hwy 98E, Destin, Challenge Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:15-7:30 a.m. Walton, providing handicapped parking, picnic of Rte. 20 and State Road 79, northeast of Panama 837-2822. Hot Yoga Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga-Pilates tables, restrooms and showers. Intersection of Hwy City. (850) 234‑3943. Flow 1st and 3rd Satursdays of the month. Visit www. 30‑A and CR-393. SQ UN UE T CRUISES welcomes you to dine, dance, yogapilatesbythesea.com for details and locations EMERALD COAST SCIENCE CENTER A unique museum and cruise aboard Solaris. Featuring live entertain- or call Arleen Garrett at (850) 499-2324. Eden Gardens State Park An historic homestead allowing visitors to touch and use the exhibits, ment and a three course dinner served at your table, under majestic moss draped oaks with a home including optical illusions, a nature room and a Solaris sets the mood for a memorable experience! OUTDOORS surrounded by lawns and seasonal gardens. Tours Visit our website www.sunquestcruises.com. Make of the home are Thursday through Monday hourly wind tunnel. 139 Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach, Adventures Unlimited Discover the fun of canoe- reservations online or call 650-2519. Reservations beginning at 10 a.m. with the last tour at 3 p.m. (850) 664-1261. ing, kayaking, tubing, rope course and camping required. The park and picnic areas are open daily from 8 out in tent or cabins available. Experience canoe- a.m. to sunset and located on CR-395 north off G ulfarium Florida’s Gulfarium the oldest marine ing unlike anywhere in the world. The spring fed Take time to relax cruising the Hwy 98 in Point Washington. Call 231-4214 for more show aquarium in the world offers non-stop family s unset cruises rivers flow at an average depth of two feet over a beaches looking for dolphins or watching a beautiful information. entertainment rain or shine. Located less than one soft, sandy bottom through Blackwater River State Florida sunset. Mon-Fri 5:30-7:30 pm. Adults $19, Kids mile east of Brooks Bridge. Log on to www.gulfarium. Forest. White sand beaches dot the banks: perfect 5-12, $8, age 4 and under free. Free beer, wine and Gulf Shore Manor Public restrooms, handi- com or call 243-9046. for swimming, sunning and picnicking. Two hours soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166. capped and public parking. 3468 E. Hwy 30‑A , or three days canoe, tube, kayak.. camp in tents Seagrove Beach. Indian Temple Mound Museum Artifacts and displays or cabins. We offer family fun as well as team showing the rich Indian history of this area. 139 Hwy. golf adventures for corporations, weddings, or just a Gv ulf iew Heights Located at the end of Gulfview 98SE, FWB, 833‑9595. Blue Water Bay Golf Resort Enjoy over 2,000 acres fun weekend. 8974 Tomahawk Landing Road. Heights St, behind Goatfeather’s restaurant, of superb recreational opportunities on a 36‑hole Milton, Florida. (850) 623-6197. www.adventure- this access offers parking, picnic areas and The Boardwalk and Pier Okaloosa Island, right next championship Fazio/Pate designed layout located sunlimited.com restrooms. door to the Gulfarium. Offering a sweeping view of just minutes north of Destin. 897‑3241. the gulf without getting sandy or wet, there is ample All new, located ALOHA PONTOON AND JET SKI RENTALS Grayton Beach State Recreation Area Camping seating to watch sunsets, plus a variety of restaurants Emerald Bay Golf Club Public, 18-hole champion- next to baby J’s on the Destin Harbor. (850) 269-3333. picnics, hiking, swimming, and saltwater fishing, and saloons. ship course designed by Bob Cupp. Driving range, www.alohapontoonrentals.com and boating. Showers and electricity are part of putting green, club rental, GPS on carts. 40001 Hwy the amenities. Access from S. Hwy. 30‑A, South 98W, Destin. 888-GOLF-BAY or 837-5197. cruises/tours/ S and Castles Learn to build fancy sand castles, Walton, 231‑4210. porpoises, and dragons with Sand Odyssey, or Kelly Plantation 18‑hole championship golf course diving/snorkeling engage us to create a unique piece for your wed- Handicapped and public parking designed by Fred Couples, meticulously manicured, Grayton Dunes ding, meeting or event (on the beach or indoors). plus beach access. Behind the Red Bar in Grayton A J’s Sea Blaster Climb aboard for a cruise searching open to public, clubhouse restaurant, golf shop, out- Call 622-2741 or visit www.sandodyssey.com. Beach. the Emerald Green waters for the most playful dolphin. standing practice facility, GPS, and complimentary This 73-foot passenger boat carries up to 119 pas- chilled apples. Call for tee times. 34851 Hwy. 98W, This park almost sengers and offers an array of family fun. Free beer, Destin, 650‑7600 or 1-800-811-6757. PARKS & H enderson Beach State Park wine and soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98, Destin, 837-1166. has it all: camping, swimming area sheltered PUBLIC BEACH ACCESS picnic areas, grills, and restrooms. But there is Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club This award-winning no boat ramp and jet skis and other personal b imini breeze boat A full service bar cruise vessel that 18-hole course offers an extraordinary golfing experi- Where natural beauty has existed for years, it is watercraft are prohibited. 17000 Hwy. 98W, serves free beer, snorkeling trips and dolphin spotting ence for players of all skill levels and was named one no surprise there are a number of parks within Destin, 837‑7550. along the Emerald Coast. Mon-Fri 9-11 am & 2-4:30 of Golf Digest’s Top Places to Play. Equipment rental easy driving range of Destin and South Walton. pm. Adults $27.50, kids 12-5 $8, 4 and under free. available. 465 Regatta Bay Blvd., Destin, 337-8080. Here are a few: This area offers handicapped and 116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166. www.regattabay.com. I nlet Beach Beasley Wayside Park Picnic tables, public beach public parking, restrooms and dune walkovers to the beach. 438 S. Orange St. in Inlet Beach. ca r b island excursions As you cross the Destin Bridge, Sn a ta Rosa Golf & Beach Club Semi‑private, 18‑hole soft area, barbecue grills, bathhouse, and restrooms. you will see boats anchored in the bay to spend the spike only course. Driving range, putting green and club Gulf side of Okaloosa Island, Hwy. 98W. Legion Bay Picnic tables, public parking, boat ramp day swimming, snorkeling, and playing in the water. rental. 334 Golf Club Dr., Santa Rosa Bch, 267‑2229. Crab Island is three to 10 feet deep, depending on Blackwater River State Park NW of FWB off Hwy. and restrooms. Intersection of Ponce de Leon and Crest Dr, 191 Crest Dr, Sandestin. where you anchor. Weekends from 9 am to 5 pm. 18 Seascape Resort & Beach Club 18-hole golf course 90, You can catch sight of lots of wildlife while years and above. Full bar on board, $30, 837-1166. with clubhouse, pro shop, putting green, driving camping, canoeing, hiking, and fishing. Milton, Marier Memorial Park Public beach area, picnic range, and Lakeside Grill. 2,000 feet of pristine beach (850) 983‑5363. tables, barbecue grills, boat ramp, restrooms and SAIL AwaY aboard a 30 ft Catamaran. Private featuring wave runners, parasailing, and the famous bathhouse. Bay side of Okaloosa Island, off Santa charter with up to six guests. Sailing, snorkeling, Whale’s Tail restaurant and beach bar, Miramar Blue Mountain Beach Public parking for this access Rosa Blvd. fishing, dolphin excursions, sunset cruises & Crab Beach, (850) 654-7888 (PUTT). is located at the south end of CR-83 and Scenic Island parties. Customize your own trip, from 2 to 8 Highway 30‑A. hours. Departs daily from the Destin Harbor. Captain health clubs Miramar Beach Access Parking with public beach Licensed and Insured. (850) 376-4757. Brackin Wayside Park Gulf side of Okaloosa Island access. Scenic Hwy 98 and Driftwood Rd, adjacent Short and long term membership health clubs. on Hwy. 98W. Facilities include restaurants, saloons, to Pompano Joe’s. SCUBA TECH Snorkel and dive with Scuba Tech. Open Call for details. children’s playground, beach volleyball, three daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A full-service scuba and snorkel- beach accesses, showers, public restrooms, and Topsail Hill State Preserve Two major fresh- ing facility including retail, rental, air and nitrox. Instruc- Destin Yoga by the sea Beach Yoga, Power Flow picnic table. water coastal dune lakes are located within the tion offered at all levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs Classes & Private Sessions. Enjoy the growing Vinyasa 1,600‑acre preserve. Compground entrance and and wrecks for certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or Yoga Journey for five blissful years in Destin. All levels Cessna Bay Picnic tables, parking, rest rooms and day use entrance are located on West Scenic High- Discover Scuba to jetties for noncertified divers. 301 in Harmony. Call Rhonda (850) 897-3788 or visit boat access. 1476 N. CR-393. way 30-A, 1/4 mile south of U.S. 98. (850) 267-0299. U.S. 98 East, Destin, (850) 837-2822. www.YogaDestin.com. www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill www.thebeachcomber.org Convenience Store & Latin Deli

Page 34 The Beachcomber September 17, 2009 - September 30, 2009 OYSTERMANIA: $3.59 DZ. RAW From 5-6pm Daily BEERMANIA: Draft Domestic Beer $0.75 a Mug 6-7pm Daily WHISKEYMANIA: $1.50 Well Drinks 7-8pm Daily BUSTER'S SPECIALS Monday Night Special All-U-Can-Eat Grouper Fingers $9.95 Tuesday Night Special All-U-Can-Eat Fried Shrimp $9.95 Wednesday Night Special Prime Rib Special $9.95 Thursday Night Special All-U-Can-Eat Fried Oysters $9.95 Friday Night Special All-U-Can-Eat Snow Crab $25.95 Saturday Night Special 12 once Rib Eye Steak $11.95

125 Poinciana Blvd. Destin, Fl. 32550 Sunday Night Special Prime Rib Special $9.95 BUSTER'S COUNTRY LUNCH SPECIALS $6.95 BUSTER'S & 98 BAR-B-QUE 20TH ANNUAL 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday - Friday 4-PERSON SCRAMBLE & DINNER (Lunch Specials Are Not Available On Holidays) Saturday & Sunday September 26th & 27th Lunch Specials are served with corn bread & choice of 2 vegetables At Emerald Bay Golf Club Shotgun Start 7:30 am & 1:00 pm (mash potatoes & gravy, corn on the cob, green beans, baked beans, Entry Fee ($150.00 Per Player) $600.00 Per Team Black eyed peas, Turnip greens, Fried okra, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw, For more information contact Buster's or 98 Bar-B-Que & New potatoes) at 850-837-4399 & 850-622-0679 Hamburger Steak, Chicken Fingers, Clam Strips, Popcorn Shrimp, Fried Catfish, Country Fried Steak, Veggie Plate ( Chosce of 4 Vegetables) BUSTER'S FIRST ANNUAL WEEKDAY SPECIALS OYSTERFEST & OCTOBERFEST MONDAY - Meatloaf October 10, 2009 at 11:00 am TUESDAY - Pot Roast Oyster Shucking Contest Oyster Eating Contest WEDNESDAY - Chicken n' Dumplings Pie Eating Contest for the Kids THURSDAY- Beef Tips over Rice Prizes for Oldest Oyster Eater and Youngest Oyster Eater FRIDAY - Mahi Mahi, Grilled or Fried Buster's Award Winning Gumbo $.99 A Cup BUSTER'S Oyster Bar & Grill There will be games for the kids and 125 Poinciana Blvd. Destin, Fl. 32550 850-837-4399 Giggles the clown will be there.

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