Oct 15 Thursday
Visitors to Carrabelle can check out some fascinating history this October at the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum with a special exhibit on Operation Torch, the Allied campaign in North Africa that served as a critical testing ground for amphibious landings and armored warfare tactics that would later be employed during the Normandy Invasion. The exhibit will be on display Tuesday, October 6 through Saturday, October 31, with the museum open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Admission is free, with donations gladly accepted.
The exhibit features historic photographs, maps, and authentic artifacts from the North African campaign, including weapons, currency, and helmets. A special highlight is a Top Secret copy of the operational plans for Operation Husky, the Allied invasion of Sicily, prepared in Tunisia during the final days of Operation Torch. Visitors can also discover Camp Gordon Johnston's own connection to Operation Torch, when the camp's 61st Medical Battalion deployed with the First Engineer Special Brigade.
Located at 1873 Hwy 98 West, directly across from Carrabelle Beach, where beach assault training took place in 1942–1943, the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum offers visitors a chance to see history up close while exploring one of Carrabelle's unique local attractions.
Coming to Carrabelle This December: Visitors will have another opportunity to explore history when the Freedom Truck mobile museum rolls into Camp Gordon Johnston December 3–6. This national mobile museum offers an interactive experience designed for all ages, making it another unique attraction for visitors planning a trip to Carrabelle this winter. Save the date!
For more information, contact Camp Gordon Johnston Museum at CampGordonJohnston.com, (850) 697-8575 or museum@campgordonjohnston.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
Oct 16 Friday
Oct 17 Saturday
Get your costumes ready for Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Old West Florida Enrichment Center, 2344 Lake Bradford Road.
Receive information about human services available in the community and enjoy fun for the whole family, including candy for all trick-or-treaters, music, snacks, and raffles with great prizes.
This event is brought to you by Leon County Government, the Children's Services Council of Leon County, United Way of the Big Bend, and United Partners for Human Services.
Oct 20 Tuesday
Oct 21 Wednesday
Oct 22 Thursday
Get ready for another incredible evening at our 2nd Annual Songfest at The Hub at Feather Oaks! Much like last year, the event will begin with a dinner hour with food trucks, leading into an inspiring program where you'll have the opportunity to listen to a "songwriter's round" where local singer/songwriters will perform their songs and tell the stories behind them. Next you'll hear stories of empowerment from Girls on the Run participants and coaches. Our headliner will be revealed VERY SOON, and we cannot be more excited!
You won't want to miss this uplifting celebration and we hope to see you there!
Oct 23 Friday
Oct 24 Saturday
Quail Trail 5KPresenting Sponsor: NTS (Network Technology Solutions)
Lace up your running shoes and experience one of South Georgia's most scenic races at Pebble Hill Plantation's Annual Quail Trail 5K!
Whether you're a competitive runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking for a fun morning outdoors, the Quail Trail 5K offers a memorable experience on a beautiful course that winds through the historic grounds and woodlands of Pebble Hill. The course is USA Track & Field certified and features a variety of terrain, making it both enjoyable and rewarding for participants of all skill levels. Dogs on leashes are welcome!
Proceeds from the Quail Trail 5K support the Pebble Hill Preservation Fund, helping to preserve the historic buildings, collections, landscapes, and natural resources that make Pebble Hill a treasured part of the Red Hills region.
Gather your friends and family, enjoy the fresh autumn air, and be part of a tradition that combines fitness, history, and conservation. Whether you're racing for a personal best or simply taking in the scenery, the Quail Trail 5K is an event you won't want to miss.
We look forward to welcoming you to Pebble Hill for another great race!
Link to register: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Thomasville/QuailTrail5K