Endless Bubbles at Brunch
2025-10-05 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-12 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Franklin Cafe, 51 Ave C, Apalachicola, FL, United States
Join us at The Franklin Cafe every Sunday, from noon to 3 pm
Enjoy our Endless Bubbles, featuring bottomless mimosas
$15 per person
Savor a variety of fruity favorites co-mingling with champagne, including:
– Orange Oasis: Orange Juice – Orange Twist
– Tropical Twist: Pineapple Juice + Grilled Pineapple Garnish
– Peachy Palms: Peach Juice + Peach Slice Garnish
– Cranberry Crush: Cranberry + Strawberry Garnish
– Cherry Fizz: Peach Juice + Grenadine + Black Cherry Garnish
– Summer Fusion: Watermelon Juice + Lime Garnish

Celebrate Twilight at the Tower at Crooked River Lighthouse
2025-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 2100 Hwy 98, Carrabelle, FL, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting Twilight at the Tower on Sunday, October 5 from 7:00-9:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. This special after-hours event invites visitors to enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as the golden sun sets below the horizon and the Hunter’s Moon or Harvest Moon rises.
Visitors can tour the Keeper’s House Museum and see the original, historic Fresnel lens constructed in 1894 in Paris, France. The lighthouse gift shop will also be offering unique nautical gifts and souvenirs. Guests are welcome to bring a chair and relax on the grounds as the color of the sky goes from watercolor hues to evening blues and the first evening star appears.
This month’s moon is traditionally known as the Hunter’s Moon. This year it is also the Harvest Moon. It is called the Hunter’s Moon because “this is the month when game is fattening up for winter. Now is the time for hunting and laying in a store of provisions for the long months ahead. The full Moon that happens nearest to the fall equinox (September 22 or 23) always takes on the name “Harvest Moon.” Unlike other full Moons, this full Moon rises at nearly the same time—around sunset—for several evenings in a row, giving farmers several extra evenings of moonlight and allowing them to finish their harvests before the frosts of fall arrive.” (Credit: The Old Farmer’s Almanac).
Those who wish to climb to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast can take part in twilight tower climbs. From the top, climbers will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views, the colors of the sunset, and the glow of the rising moon. Evening climbs cost $10 and are scheduled at 15-minute intervals throughout the event. Due to limited availability, climb reservations are strongly encouraged. Climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. Children under 12 climb free with ticketed adults. Advance tickets can be purchased in the lighthouse gift shop or online.

The October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse
2025-10-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Saint George Island Lighthouse, 2-B East Gulf Beach Drive, Saint George Island, 32328
The October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Monday, October 6, 2025. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to view St. George Island, the Gulf of Mexico and the Apalachicola bay under the evening sky.
The Sunset and Full Moon Climb will begin at 7:00 p.m. and run until 9:00 p.m. Fifteen-minute time slots will be allotted for each group on a first-come, first-served basis. No advanced reservations will be made. You will purchase your tickets in the gift shop and then sign up for your 15-minute time slot with the lighthouse keeper. Up to 12 people are allowed in each 15-minute time slot. The gift shop will open at 6:30 p.m. that night to begin selling tickets.
Cost is $10.00 per climber for the general public and $7.00 for members of the St. George Lighthouse Association. Cash or credit card payments accepted. All climbers must be at least 40 inches tall to climb the tower and children must be age 13 and over to access the outside catwalk. For more information, please contact the Lighthouse Gift Shop at 850-927-7745.
The sun will set at 7:19 p.m. and the “Hunter’s” moon will rise at 7:01p.m. on October 6th. This full Moon is often referred to as the “Hunter’s” Moon, Blood Moon, or Sanguine Moon. Many moons ago, Native Americans named this bright moon for obvious reasons. The leaves are falling from trees, the deer are fattened, and it is time to begin storing up meat for the long winter ahead. Because the fields were traditionally reaped in late September or early October, hunters could easily see fox and other animals that come out to glean from the fallen grains. Probably because of the threat of winter looming close, the Hunter’s Moon is generally accorded with special honor, historically serving as an important feast day in both Western Europe and among many Native American tribes.
The Cape St. George Light is located in St. George Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island, where Island Drive (the road off the bridge) ends at Gulf Beach Drive. Parking is available in lots at either side of the park.

Apalach Ghost Tour
2025-10-06 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Apalachicola
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let’s try to say “hello” to the ghosts of Apalachicola. The tour will begin in front of the Chamber of Commerce which is located at 17 Avenue E next to the Dixie Theatre. This tour ranges in length from an hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes.

Special Exhibit: Operation Paperclip
2025-10-07 - 2025-11-01 | Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, 2100 Hwy 98, Carrabelle, FL, United States
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit about Operation Paperclip. This exhibit will open on Tuesday, October 7 and be on display through Saturday, November 1. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. There is no charge for admission, but donations are gladly accepted.
Operation Paperclip was the secret US campaign to move German scientists, some of whom had Nazi records of wrongdoing, to the US to help develop the rocket technology for defense and eventually space exploration. Keeping these human assets out of the hands of the Soviet Union as the Cold War ramped up required turning a blind eye to their pasts as operatives in the Nazi Regime. These scientists, led by Werner Von Braun, were key to the success of the US missions into space.
This exhibit is a cooperative venture between the Museum and the Challenger Learning Center in Tallahassee. The Challenger Learning Center is the K-12 Outreach Facility for the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering. Portions of this exhibit will be presented in November at the Challenger Learning Center located at 200 S. Duval Street in Tallahassee.

Tech Help
2025-10-07 11:00, 2025-10-14 11:00 | Carrabelle Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Tech Help
Patrons can receive one-on-one technology assistance with devices, email, digital resources, and basic tech skills. No registration is required—drop-ins are welcome.
Dates:
Tuesday, October 7 at 11 am at the Carrabelle Branch
Tuesday, October 14 at 11 am at the Carrabelle Branch
Tuesday, October 21 at 11 am at the Carrabelle Branch
Tuesday, October 28 at 11 am at the Carrabelle Branch

Apalachicola Downtown Market
2025-10-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-15 09:00 - 13:00 | FL
Apalachicola Downtown Market’s intention is to add value to our community and support local artisans. We offer consumers the opportunity to purchase farm-fresh, locally grown food and homemade baked goods. The farmers market is a community hub-a place to meet up with your friends, bring your children, pets or just get a taste of small-town life. We encourage and welcome everyone to come support us every Wednesday 9am-1pm at 56 Commerce Street in Apalachicola, FL (Located in Bee Inspired Too’s front yard). New food vendors are always welcome, especially as we are nearing the Holidays. Vendors must follow The Florida Cottage Industry rules.

Hands-On Learning at the Eastpoint Library with Creation Station: Origami Bats and Ghosts
2025-10-08 16:00 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) are pleased to announce another exciting event in their Fall Program Series – Creation Station:Origami Bats and Ghosts. Participants will fold spooky origami bats and ghosts, sparking creativity while enjoying hands-on Halloween fun. This interactive workshop will take place at the Eastpoint Branch Library, located at 160 Hickory Dip Road, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 4:00 PM. This workshop is free and open to the public—no library card required—and provides a fun, inclusive space for children ages 7–12 to learn, explore, and create.
Creation Station is a series designed to spark curiosity and support learning for children ages 7–12. Each Creation Station event features hands-on STEM challenges and creative tinkering, with activities such as building structures, working with simple circuits, and mixing technology with art.

Creation Station
2025-10-08 16:00 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Creation Station
Origami Bats and Ghosts will be offered on Wednesday, October 8 at 4 pm at the Eastpoint Branch for ages 7–12. Kids will fold some spooky fun, sparking creativity while enjoying hands-on Halloween activities.

Apalach Ghost Tour
2025-10-08 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-10 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-15 20:00 - 21:30 | Apalachicola, Florida, Apalachicola, 32320
Join us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost-hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let’s try to say “hello” to the ghosts of Apalachicola. The tour will begin in front of the Chamber of Commerce located at 17 Avenue E next to the Dixie Theatre. This tour ranges in length from an hour and a half to an hour and 45 minutes. Tickets at: ApalachGhostTour.com

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Skeleton Candle Craft Workshop at Eastpoint Library
2025-10-09 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) are pleased to announce a creative Halloween-themed craft event as part of their Fall Program Series – Adult Crafternoon: DIY Skeleton Candle. This hands-on crafting workshop will take place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 2:30 PM at the Eastpoint Branch Library, located at 160 Hickory Dip Road. The workshop is free with all materials supplied and open to all adults. No library card is required.
Adults will enjoy this afternoon of creativity at this spooktacular program, where they will create their very own Halloween-themed skeleton candles to take home. The program offers a fun and interactive way for adults to celebrate the Halloween season while engaging their creativity.
Adult Crafternoons, held the 2nd Thursday each month at the Eastpoint Branch Library, are a great way to unwind, connect with others, and take home a handmade treasure. This session is designed to be an enjoyable and stress-free experience, perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters.

Adult Crafternoon
2025-10-09 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Adult Crafternoon
This afternoon of creativity for adults will be perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters.
Dates:
Thursday, October 9 at 2:30 pm at the Eastpoint Branch.
Thursday, October 16 at 2:30 pm at the Eastpoint Branch.

Video Game Hour
2025-10-10 16:30, 2025-10-17 16:30 | Carrabelle Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) invite residents and visitors to enjoy free, fun, and educational activities for all ages as part of their popular Program Series. These programs foster creativity, learning, and connection in a welcoming environment. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Video Game Hour
Teens and tweens are invited to unwind and compete on the Nintendo Switch during this fun and casual gaming hour.
Dates:
Friday, October 3 at 4:30 pm at the Carrabelle Branch.
Friday, October 10 at 4:30 pm at the Carrabelle Branch.
Friday, October 17 at 4:30 pm at the Carrabelle Branch.
Friday, October 24 at 4:30 pm at the Carrabelle Branch.
Friday, October 31 at 4:30 pm at the Carrabelle Branch.

Pink Out!
2025-10-10 18:00 | Paddy’s Raw Bar, 200 3rd St E, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The annual Pink Out will be held on Friday October 10 at Paddy’s Raw Bar on St. George Island. This event benefits the Franklin Needs group which provides free mammograms and other services to local residents. Get ready for a fun filled night including an entertaining “woman-less pageant”, raffles, cool merchandise, live music, food, lots of yummy goodies and much, much more! This local breast cancer awareness event has grown to be a popular annual fall event on St. George Island. The annual Pink Out! festivities begin at 6 pm at Paddy’s Raw Bar and will feature a silent auction, live music, food and fun! 100% of all proceeds from the PINK OUT! go to Franklin Needs Inc., which helps provide free mammograms, testing up to diagnosis, and aid in treatment transportation for Franklin County residents.

Apalachicola Farmers Market
2025-10-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Mill Pond, 199 Market St, Apalachicola, FL, United States
Located at the beautiful Millpond Pavilion at the end of Market Street, the Apalachicola Farmers Market offers local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM in Apalachicola. Can’t wait till the weekend? The Apalachicola Growers Market is back this month, featuring fresh vegetables, gourmet goodies, and more on most Wednesdays from 56 Commerce Street in Apalachicola. Check out the events page for more info.

Porch Fest Apalach 2025
2025-10-11 11:00 - 18:00 | Apalachicola, Florida, Apalachicola, 32320
Porch Fest Apalach, a free event, is held annually in October in Downtown Apalachicola. It’s a small, volunteer festival where front porches become stages, yards become venues, and good will rules the day. We begin and end at Battery Park in Apalachicola. This year’s event will feature 28 bands playing around town from 11 am to 6 pm.

Art & Wine Splash
2025-10-12 12:00 - 17:00 | St. George Island Visitor Center, 139 Gulf Beach Dr W, Eastpoint, FL, United States
St. George Island will host its Annual Art and Wine Splash on Sunday, October 12. The event will feature artists and craftsmen offering original and unique items. The event offers a Wine Walk which will take place from Noon-5 p.m with wine pour and art stations and musical entertainment.

Apalach Oktoberfest Street Party
2025-10-12 14:00 - 20:00 | Apalachicola
PROST! ApalachOktoberfest returns with authority to finish Porchfest weekend off strong! Grab your pretzel, brats and festbier loving pals, dust off your lederhosen and dirndls, and get to The Corner for a day full of great fun, great music from the Von Wamps and Two Foot Level (sponsored by the @apalachicolayachtclub ), contests, delicious beer, and scrumptious bites by The Owl Cafe Taproom!
German style lagers will be flowing along with your favorites! Ein prosit!

Novels & Nibbles Book Club
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Novels & Nibbles Book Club
Tue, Oct 14 • 12–1:30 PM • Eastpoint Branch

Writer’s Forum
2025-10-15 13:00 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Writer’s Forum
Wed, Oct 15 • 1 PM • Eastpoint Branch

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Skeleton Candle Craft Workshop at Carrabelle Library
2025-10-16 14:30 | Carrabelle Library, 311 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, United States
A creative Halloween-themed craft event as part of their Fall Program Series – Adult Crafternoon: DIY Skeleton Candle. This hands-on crafting workshop will take place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM at the Carrabelle Branch Library, located at 311 St. James Avenue (Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL. The workshop is free with all materials supplied and open to all adults. No library card is required.
Adults will enjoy this afternoon of creativity at this spooktacular program, where they will create their very own Halloween-themed skeleton candles to take home. The program offers a fun and interactive way for adults to celebrate the Halloween season while engaging their creativity.
Adult Crafternoons, held the 3rd Thursday each month at the Carrabelle Branch Library, are a great way to unwind, connect with others, and take home a handmade treasure. This session is designed to be an enjoyable and stress-free experience, perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters.

Adult Crafternoon
2025-10-16 14:30 | Eastpoint Public Library, 159 Hickory Dip Rd, Eastpoint, FL, United States
The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) will again be offering free, engaging, and educational activities for children, teens, and adults the second week of October as part of their popular Fall Program Series. From creative crafts and tech sessions to hands-on STEM projects and gaming fun, there is something for all at the Eastpoint and Carrabelle Branches. All library programs are free and open to the public with no library card required.
Adult Crafternoon
This afternoon of creativity for adults will be perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters.
Dates:
Thursday, October 16 at 2:30 pm at the Eastpoint Branch.

Apalachicola Downtown Walkabout
2025-10-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Apalachicola
The Apalachicola Downtown Walkabout is a large-scale experience featuring local artists, shopping, and exciting in-store events.
Admission is free and all are welcome.
Participating stores and galleries have extended hours from 5PM-8PM.
