Sep 25 Friday
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit on Operation Market Garden. This exhibit will be on display at the museum from Tuesday, September 1 until Saturday, October 3. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm ET. There is no charge for admission, but donations are gladly accepted.
Operation Market Garden (September 17th - 27th, 1944) was the attempt to establish control of the bridge over the Rhine at Arnhem on the border of Germany and the Netherlands. This involved the combined efforts of the First Allied Airborne and the XXX Corps of the British 2nd Army. The battle was unsuccessful for a variety of reasons, including the dependence on a single raised highway the ground forces had to use to link up with airborne troops (US, British and Polish) dropped at the three bridges.
This exhibit presents the military commanders from both the Allied and the German forces, and presents information of the Horsa and Waco gliders, as well as the Douglas C47 Skytrain aircraft used to bring troops and equipment from England.
The battle was commemorated in “A Bridge Too Far”, the 1977 film. “Band of Brothers”, a miniseries from HBO in 2001, also depicted the 101st Airborne's part in this battle. They landed near Eindhoven and Veghel.
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is located at 1873 Hwy 98 West, directly across from the very beach where the beach assault training occurred in 1942-1943. Carrabelle Beach was the site of many practice beach assault landings. For more information, contact Camp Gordon Johnston Museum at (850) 697-8575 or museum@campgordonjohnston.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
The Crooked River Lighthouse invites visitors to Twilight at the Tower on Friday, September 25 from 7:00-9:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. This relaxing evening event offers after-hours museum visits, gift shop browsing, twilight tower climbs, and the peaceful natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as evening falls. Admission is free. Evening climbs are $6 for the public, free for current members and free for kids 12 and under with a ticketed adult.
The Keeper's House Museum will be open for special evening hours, featuring the lighthouse's original Fourth Order Fresnel lens, constructed in Paris, France, in 1894. Visitors can also browse the lighthouse gift shop for unique nautical gifts and souvenirs. The Beacon Bistro will offer baked goodies, popcorn, and refreshments by donation. Guests are encouraged to kick back, relax on the lighthouse grounds, and enjoy a delightful evening beneath the summer sky as the Corn Moon rises over the Forgotten Coast.
For those looking for an unforgettable view, twilight tower climbs provide a chance to experience the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast from the top. Climbers can take in panoramic views of St. George Sound, Carrabelle Beach, and the beautiful colors of the horizon as dusk settles over the coast.
Climb tickets and additional details are available in the gift shop or at crookedriverlighthouse.com/full-moon-events/. Crooked River Lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98, in Carrabelle. For details, contact carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or 850-697-2732. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
Sep 26 Saturday
Sep 29 Tuesday
Sep 30 Wednesday
Come walk, connect, and explore more of the creativity found throughout Tallahassee.
This one-hour walking tour will begin at Argonaut Coffee by Cascades Park. Along the way, participants will discover public art, learn more about the places that help shape our community, and hear about upcoming improvement projects.
Parking is available in the Cascades parking garage and along nearby streets.
Oct 01 Thursday
Oct 02 Friday
Hosted at Railroad Square - THE place to go to support creative LOCAL businesses!
First Fridays @ Railroad Square is a recurring monthly event, and a long-time favorite of Tallahassee residents.All are invited to come enjoy a lively yet relaxed evening of perusing open galleries and creative micro-businesses, sampling local food, and connecting with our unique community.
There is so much to experience at Railroad Square! From vintage and antiques, to specialty stores and fine art, a non-profit theater, an authentic pinball arcade, a non-profit bookstore, a cult cinema…there’s truly something for everyone!
You should come to First Friday if you like:- One-of-a-kind Community Atmosphere- Delicious food and beverages, like Halisi Africa, Flamingoz, Reggae Rails, numerous food trucks, and more!- Creative local goods- Music- Some of the best people watching in the city
*Wear walking shoes! Roads close by 6pm to ensure pedestrian safety. After that time, you will need to park along FAMU Way or another location and walk (or call a Capital City PediCab!). We encourage carpooling and drop-offs.
*First Friday happens RAIN OR SHINE. Even if it rains, the rain almost never lasts the whole evening...so come on out!
Oct 03 Saturday