Florida SBDC at UWF Presents "Understanding Commercial Real Estate"
2025-03-20 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | TechFarms, 7543 Holley Cir, Panama City Beach, 32408
Curious about the world of commercial real estate? Join us for this informative workshop where we’ll break down the key differences between residential and commercial properties. Learn about leasing, zoning, investment potential, and more. Whether you’re considering investing, expanding your business, or simply want to understand the landscape, this session is for you. Bring your questions for an interactive Q&A with industry experts!

The Archaeology of Northwest Florida
2025-03-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
This presentation features a virtual tour of the major archaeological discoveries in Northwest Region, the Panhandle of Florida. You’ll learn about 16th-century shipwrecks, Native American encampments and ceremonial centers, a Civil War gun battery, a Spanish fort and mission, historic cemeteries, and the nation’s oldest battleship! This program is one of a series offered by the Northwest Region of Florida’s Public Archaeology Network.

GCSC Hosts One-Stop Registration for Military, Veterans, and their Families
2025-03-28 08:00 - 16:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
The Military & Veteran Resource Center at GCSC serves as a hub for support services, helping military-affiliated students transition into college life and navigate the unique benefits available to them.

For more information about the event, contact Stephen Alsleben, GCSC Coordinator of Veterans Services at 850-747-3210.

Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
2025-03-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Bay County Vet Center, 3109 Minnesota Ave. #101, Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

GCSC Hosts Community Services Awareness Day
2025-04-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Gulf Coast State College’s Counseling Center is hosting a Community Services Awareness Day on Wednesday, April 2, from 10am-1pm in the Student Union East, Commodore Café.

Over 30 local organizations will be gathered in the lower level of the Commodore Café, providing information and resources for physical and mental health, safety, personal needs, and more. Information on volunteer opportunities will be available as well. This event is free to attend and open to the community.

For more information, please contact Leigh Bailey at (850) 769-1551 ext. 4861 or lbailey@gulfcoast.edu.

A Taste of Humble Beginnings: Pies & Pastries for a Purpose
2025-04-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Rosemary Beach Town Hall, 62-98 S Barrett Square, Panama City Beach, FL, 32408, United States
Join Us for “A Taste of Humble Beginnings: Pies & Pastries for a Purpose

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Enjoy a delicious bruncheon, inspiring mission messages from Rachel Duvall, CEO of Humble House Ministries (HHM), courageous testimonials and a bake sale auction featuring locally donated baked goods.

“Feed your soul and your sweet tooth” with powerful faith-based testimonials on addiction and recovery—served with a side of sweetness!

Proceeds support HHM’s mission to provide sober living and transitional housing for women and children in recovery.

https://www.humblehouseministries.org/event-details/a-taste-of-humble-beginnings

Stars & Guitars presented by Eastern Shipbuilding Group
2025-04-03 17:00 - 23:00 | Aaron Bessant Park, 500 W Park Dr., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
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A Grand Night for Singing
2025-04-04 19:30 - 21:00 | GCSC Amelia Center Theatre, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Gulf Coast State College Division of Visual and Performing Arts presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “A Grand Night For Singing”, a musical revue celebrating the legendary works of Broadway composers Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II with musical arrangements by Fred Wells, orchestration by Michael Gibson and Jonathan Tunick, conceived by Walter Bobbie. Originally produced by Roundabout Theatre Company, New York City, in 1993. “A Grand Night For Singing” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
This production features an all student cast and over 30 beloved songs from classic musicals including “Oklahoma!”, “South Pacific”, “The Sound of Music”, and more, accompanied by Dr. Steven DiBlasi on grand piano and directed by Professor Vincent Pelligrino.
Experience fresh interpretations of Broadway’s most cherished melodies in this joyful tribute to musical theatre’s greatest songwriting duo at the Amelia Center Theatre April 4-6 and 11-13, 2025.

Spanish Mackerel Tournament
2025-04-05 06:00 - 18:00 | Point South Marina Bay Point, 3824 Hatteras Ln, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32408, United States
Benefitting Anchorage Children’s Home

Florida APEX Accelerator at UWF Presents "Florida Panhandle Subcontracting Connections"
2025-04-09 08:00 - 12:00
Join the Florida APEX Accelerator at UWF for an event designed to empower subcontractors by connecting them with leading prime contractors and significant subcontracting opportunities. You’ll have the opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and open doors to significant projects, providing crucial insight into how subcontractors can effectively collaborate with established primes.

Event Agenda:

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Presentations

Kick off the event with a series of enlightening presentations from key industry professionals who will share their expertise and insights:

8:00 am – 8:10 am: Jessica Tenney, Program Manager, Florida APEX Accelerator
8:10 am – 8:20 am: Kristina “Tina” Mercer, Small Business Office, Eglin AFB
8:20 am – 8:30 am: Johnathan Thurston, Small Business Professional, Hurlburt Field
8:30 am – 8:40 am: Contracting Officer
8:40 am – 8:50 am: Okaloosa County
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Business Networking

After the presentations, transition to an interactive networking session where subcontractors can engage directly with numerous prime contractors participating, and explore potential partnerships and projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and unlock new possibilities in the construction industry.

Encompass Health Continuing Education Lecture Series
2025-04-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-23 11:00 - 12:00

Healthy Start Baby Shower
2025-04-10 16:00 - 18:00 | First United Methodist Church, 903 E. 4th Street, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States

FSU CML Lecture
2025-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory, 3618 Coastal Highway 98, St. Teresa, Florida, 32358, United States

Great Futures Golf Tournament
2025-04-11 08:00 - 14:30 | Bay Point Golf Club, 4701 Bay Point Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32408, United States
The Great Futures Golf Tournament includes: 18 holes of golf, 2 carts per team, swag bags,
tournament commemorative athletic t-shirt, hole challenges, and prizes. Funds are raised from
corporate sponsorships, team registrations, and contest participation fees. All proceeds benefit the
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bay County’s life-changing programs for local youth.

8:00 AM Registration ~ 9:00 AM Shotgun Start
Food & beverage vendors throughout the course.

Lynn Haven Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-12 09:00 - 12:00 | A.L Kinsaul Park, 1146 W 5th St., Lynn Haven, Florida, 32444, United States

Panama City Symphony Presents: Music of the Cosmos
2025-04-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Barbara W. Nelson Fine Arts Center, 1200 Harrison Ave., Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
The Panama City Symphony takes off on a celestial adventure, featuring mesmerizing projections and our Emerging Artists Competition Grand Prize Winner (High School Division) Didi Stone! Start out at Lightspeed, then soar with Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. Continue your journey, being propelled through space with Gustav Holst’s, The Planets. The stage is set for an unforgettable stellar evening among the galaxies, stars, nebulas, and planets.

https://panamacitysymphony.org/product/music-of-the-cosmos

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents "A Roadmap to Small Business Funding"
2025-04-15 09:00 - 10:00
Join us for “A Roadmap to Small Business Funding” and take the first step towards securing the financial foundation your business needs to thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this workshop provides actionable insights that will propel your business towards success. Don’t miss this opportunity to map out your path to small business funding excellence!

Featured Speakers:

Kelly Massey, Florida SBDC at UWF

Marsha Asbury-Turner, First Capital Finance & Florida First Capital Finance Corporation

Lyndsey Blanks, Hancock Whitney

Please note, this is a virtual event. We’ll see you online!

GCSC to hold Scholars Day 2025
2025-04-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Gulf Coast State College will hold Scholars Day on its Panama City Campus on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. CST

Students from Natural Sciences, Nursing, Health Sciences, Biology, and the Honor’s Program will be showcasing their research and scholarly projects in the Student Union East, Room 232.

For additional information, please contact Keri Matheus at 850.772.6695 or kmatheus@gulfcoast.edu

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: GCSC’s Panama City Campus, Student Union East, Room 232

Whole Health and Recovery Resource Fair
2025-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Eglin Air Force Base, 100 Veterans Way, Eglin AFB, Florida, 32542, United States

Emerald Coast Healthcare Coalition
2025-04-16 08:00 - 16:00 | Emerald Coast Healthcare Coalition, 326 Green Acres Rd., Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 32547, United States

Whole Health and Recovery Resource Fair
2025-04-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Panama City Beach VA Clinic, 2600 Veterans Way, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32408, United States

Gulf Coast State College to Host Annual Student Art Show
2025-04-18 10:00 - 18:00 | GCSC Amelia Center Theatre, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
The Visual & Performing Arts Division at Gulf Coast State College is proud to present its annual Student Art Show, running from April 18 to May 2, 2025, in the Amelia G. Tapper Center Gallery on the Panama City Campus.

This exhibition highlights the talent and creativity of students from the GCSC Visual Art Department. On display will be artwork created during the 2024–2025 academic year by students enrolled in one of the College’s studio art classes. Featured media include painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and ceramics.

The show kicks off with an opening reception on April 18, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST, and the community is invited to attend.

Gallery Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CST

Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST

Admission is free and open to the public.Come out and support the incredible work of our student artists! For more information, please contact Pavel Amromin at pamromin@gulfcoast.edu.

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents "Cybersecurity for Business: Spotting and Avoiding Phishing Scams"
2025-04-18 12:00 - 13:00
Discover how to identify and prevent phishing attacks targeting businesses and professional organizations. This session explores the latest tactics—email, text, voice, social media, and calendar scams—paired with practical tips, real-world examples, and compliance essentials. Stay ahead of threats and safeguard your clients, data, and reputation in the evolving AI landscape.

Fourth Annual April Health Fest
2025-04-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Madison Street Park, 2881 Madison St., Marianna, Florida, 32446, United States

Eggcellent Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-18 16:00 - 17:30
Hop on Over for Some Easter Fun!

Join us for a free community Easter celebration on April 18th from 4:00–5:30 PM! Located at Keller Williams Success Realty, 7923 Panama City Beach Parkway. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon filled with:

Easter egg hunt, Bubbles & yard games, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Tasty treats from Flamingo Joe’s food truck.

It’s a fun, family-friendly event, and everyone’s invited! Mark your calendar and come celebrate with us!

Earth Day 2025
2025-04-19 09:00 - 13:00 | Oaks By The Bay Park, 2715 W. 10th St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Date: Saturday, April 19th

Time: 9am to 1pm

Location: ‘Oaks-by-the-Bay’ Park, 10th St. and Chestnut Ave., St. Andrews

1) Participants: ‘Earth-Day-Booths,’ ‘Saturday-Market-Vendors’

2) Tree-Give-Giveaway: ‘Florida Forest Service,’ 240-1 Gal., Species- ‘Red Maple, Crape Myrtle, Shumard Oak, Pecan, American Elm and Live Oak.’ i.e. ‘booth-site,’ #16.

3) ‘Singing and Dancing’/Performance:’ a) ‘Dancing:‘ the ‘Kasba-Dancers’ and ‘the-Parvanas,’ i.e. Belly-Dancers, and ‘Sunset-Hula’, b) Singing: ‘Gulf Tones Barbershop Chorus'(30 members). Performance Coordinator: Jessica Shirvan, location: ‘Park Pavilion,’ adjacent 10th st., jpg. #1.

4) Earth-Day-Proclamation-Reading: 11:45 am, Mayor ‘Doc’ Rohan. Near ‘ entrance, west-of- Park-pavilion,’ jpg. attch. #1.

5) Special-Booth-Events: Children’s Hobbies, ‘booth-site’ #2, maybe others, last year, also, ‘canvas painting.’

Barging into the 21st Century
2025-04-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
A short film will be presented, followed by discussion, questions and answers on the intracoastal canal and barge traffic.

Free Screenings for Skin Cancer - Dermatology Specialists of FL
2025-04-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Dermatology Specialists of FL, 2505 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, 32405
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and we are offering free skin cancer screenings on May 13 and 29 to adults who have not had a professional skin exam within the past year.

Take the time. Not the risk. Limited appointments available. Call (850) 233-3376 today to schedule.

Learn how to spot and report Human Trafficking
2025-04-23 10:00 - 11:00
