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CONTENTS CONTENTS
March/April 2019
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Contributor's Page
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Publisher's Page
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Impacting Youth
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Spring Outside
32 Life Is Good! Two young entrepreneurs make their mark.
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Road Trippin
38 Making a Difference Destin Pooch Palooza
The Destin Charity Wine Auction Being active really matters!
Quick Getaways you & your family will enjoy.
24 Community Shoutouts! Kudos for a job well done
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A Master Musician
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Spring Clean for Safety
Time out for youth.
Avoiding the top 5 hazards in your home.
Spring Fam Jam
Event Calendar
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Over 125 events to enjoy On the Coast!
On the Cover: Spring is HERE! Everything comes to life and blooms. Enjoy family time this Easter. Time spent with loved ones is so precious. Giggle, laugh and play.
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CONTRIBUTORS Skylar Babin
Caroline Brooks
Throughout her life, Skylar Capri has always been captivated by the wonder of God's creation along the Emerald Coast. As the current Miss Okaloosa as well as the Distinguished Young Woman of Okaloosa for 2017-2018, Skylar has a love for inspiring others and takes that role seriously.
Caroline Brooks is a Language Arts Instructor at both Northwest Florida State College and at Gateway Academy. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Art History from UNC, a Master of Science in Technical Communication from NC State University, and a PhD (ABD) in Technical Discourse from East Carolina University.
You can follow her dream pursuits on her Instagram @skylarcaprimusic and YouTube (Skylar Capri) as she works diligently on her music and writing career.
She has lived in Destin since 2014, and is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana. Her husband, Dr. Kurt Eppley, is an Immediate Care Physician for White Wilson in Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Navarre. In her spare time, Caroline takes programming classes, and develops websites for nonprofit organizations.
Laura Lucy Laura Lucy owns Beachside Certifications, a CPR and first aid training company based in Destin. She also works virtually for Harbor House of Central Florida as a grant writer and marketing coordinator. When she's not working, you can find Laura and her husband Patrick trying to wrangle their crazy fiveyear-old redhead, Vivi.
Paul Hunter Paul Hunter, B.S., C.S.C.S, lives On the Coast with his wife and three teenagers infusing science with his playful style yielding astonishing results at Grayton Beach Fitness, voted Best Place to Work Out on 30-A.
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Courtney Lebedinski
Danielle Torley
Courtney is an Emerald Coast transplant, healthy housing strategist, and founder of WholesomeHouses.com. As a healthy housing strategist, real estate investor, and concerned wife and mother, Courtney helps health-conscious families optimize their homes for wellness.
Danielle works full-time in business development, but keeps busy as a volunteer on the board of the Fort Walton Beach branch of the Project Management Institute and the Florida Association of Proposal Management Professionals. Raised in Michigan and having lived in Texas, Washington D.C., and Dubai, UAE, Danielle enjoys the beautiful local beaches, spending time with her husband and three young children, and moonlighting as a fire performer with Emerald Flame Dance.
Her goal is to help others improve their family’s health and wellbeing by addressing the health hazards that exist in their home environments. In addition to consulting others on household health, she is completing a healthy remodel on a short-term beach vacation rental. She also enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, running a family volunteer organization, and recording the latest episodes of The Wholesome Houses Podcast.
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I always welcome the change from winter to spring. Don’t you? Change carries many meanings, from the change in your pocket, to a revamping, or a complete turnaround. This time of year seems to be all about a renewing overhaul as the cold winter winds subside and the hours of sunshine extend longer and longer the closer we creep towards summer. Flowers are blooming, ushering in their change. Newborn offspring in nature seem to pop up all over. New sounds and a buzz of excitement from quiet streets turning into more of a hustle with the kids playing outside and an increase in our spring visitors.
Which reminds me, what better way to enjoy all these events and activities than with family, friends and loved ones? Spring is a great time to get out and GOoooooooo! Local families can actually vacation during Spring Break right in our own backyards! Who needs to go anywhere else? Stay-cations can be a ton of fun and save a family a great deal of money on travel when you have everything you need at your fingertips. We hope you’ve been enjoying our weekly Facebook *WIN WEDNESDAY* contests! It’s been so much fun offering fabulous prizes from our local sponsor venues. It’s a great way to support local businesses so please, if you haven’t already, join us on our On the Coast Magazine Facebook page weekly to participate. It’s a simple thumbs up and a click to enter. Who knows what you’ll come away with! Our readers always tell us how much they enjoy our magazine and that it’s something they can hold in their hands, refer back to and not always be on a screen to read. We’re so happy that we have all platforms (hardcopy, online & social) to share content as we strive to always keep you engaged.
Our community loves to roll out the red carpet when our short winter starts to draw to a close. I celebrate lavishly that our winters are short and mild compared to other areas of this great nation! And if you couldn’t tell by the water color changes, you can certainly tell by looking at the increased activities all over our On The Coast Events Calendar that SPRING IS IN THE AIR! Our calendar is packed with non-stop fun every day of the week. Living in a “tourist destination,” residents and tourists alike can take advantage of the many events designed to draw in visitors. From festivals, sporting events, movies under the starry nights, 5Ks and fun runs, concerts, plays and even magic shows that fill the days, nights and weekends of our little area, there is something for everyone! Plus, how many other places in the US have scheduled fireworks every week? We are blessed to have such an abundance here along this beautiful piece of Northwest Florida!
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e live in a truly stunning location. The white sand beaches, the turquoise waters, and the “island” life are world-renowned. Having moved here from Washington D.C., it sometimes feels as though I’ve escaped real life and my family is on a permanent beach vacation. But despite the beautiful locale, we are just like any other city with individuals, and children, in dire need of assistance from our small community. Homelessness, abuse, and hunger are realities for many, even here in paradise. On a whim, I recently rallied my colleagues to volunteer at Food for Thought, a local nonprofit dedicated to fighting child hunger. Once a month during our lunch hour, we walk down to the Destin location and pack backpacks of food for children in Okaloosa County. Did you know that Food for Thought provides food for 3,300 children at 32 schools in Okaloosa and Walton counties each week? I’ve always had a huge soft spot for non-profits whose mission focuses on children. In the past, I have worked at overnight
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summer camps, led church youth groups, and taught college preparatory classes for economically-disadvantaged high school students. These experiences, combined with being a mother of three young children, have made me keenly aware of the like-minded people and organizations working tirelessly to support our youth. One such local organization is the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF). You might have heard of its top-rated wine and culinary events but did you know that since 2005, DCWAF has donated $18 million to Northwest Florida charities? These funds have impacted the lives of more than 90,000 youth, including those afflicted by health issues and abuse. In 2018 alone, DCWAF donated $2.7 million to 15 children’s charities. The work that DCWAF is doing in our community is truly inspiring; I reached out to the Foundation to learn more about their efforts and the children whom they serve. Kate MacMillan, DCWAF Communications Manager, noted that one of the continued on page 14
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highlights of the DCWAF is the network they have created for the benefiting charities to share and partner with one another, rather than competing against each other for fundraising dollars. For instance, AMIkids, Youth Village, and Boys and Girls Club have utilized the Food for Thought Full Circle Kitchen, who in turn, provides backpacks for several of their students. In addition, following Hurricane Michael, Food for Thought needed to store refrigerated items being sent to Panama City, so Habitat for Humanity loaned them refrigerators. Likewise, Children’s Volunteer Health Network send their dental bus to Youth Village, Children in Crisis, and Boys and Girls Club. Another example - Shelter House provides self-defense and prevention training to Children in Crisis, Boys and Girls Clubs, Youth Village, and AMIkids.
In the current political and social environment, it can be challenging to find heartwarming stories that connect us, so it has been refreshing to learn about DCWAF and the charities that it supports. For more information on the amazing things happening in our community and to purchase tickets to the 14th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction taking place April 26-28 at the Grand Boulevard, check out the DCWAF web page: www.dcwaf. org.dults through education and advocacy.
The 2019 DCWAF charity recipients include: AMIKIDS EMERALD COAST provides the kids in our community an opportunity to transform into responsible young adults. • The BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE EMERALD COAST provide seven safe, positive, after-school and summer programs for young people between the ages of 5-18 years. • CHILDREN IN CRISIS provides an emergency shelter for young children and group foster homes that help with the severe shortage of foster homes in our community. • CHILDREN'S VOLUNTEER HEALTH NETWORK facilitates the delivery of comprehensive, direct medical, dental, and mental health services to school children whose family income falls below certain measures. • EMERALD COAST AUTISM CENTER’S mission is to improve the lives of young children with autism and their families by providing effective treatment and education options during the critical early education years and beyond. • The EMERALD COAST CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER saves and heals child abuse victims in Okaloosa and Walton counties. • FOOD FOR THOUGHT provides backpacks filled with healthy, easy-to-prepare food for students who are dependent on free or reduced school meals. • HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF WALTON COUNTY builds and rehabilitates simple, decent houses with the help of partner families and the community. • MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OKALOOSA & WALTON •
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COUNTIES provides mental health services and works to improve the treatment and opportunities for children and adults through education and advocacy. OPPORTUNITY PLACE helps homeless women and families achieve self-sufficiency by providing the tools necessary to gain and maintain employment, budget appropriately, and parent effectively. PATHWAYS FOR CHANGE saves people from the destructive lifestyle too often perpetuated by poverty, abuse of alcohol and other drugs, and lack of education. SACRED HEART HOSPITAL ON THE EMERALD COAST is dedicated to spiritually-centered, holistic care that sustains and improves the health of individuals and communities. SHELTER HOUSE OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA is the statecertified center serving victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Okaloosa and Walton counties. THE ARC OF THE EMERALD COAST is an affiliate of The Arc of the United States, the world’s largest grassroots advocacy organization for citizens of all ages with cognitive, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, and their families. WESTONWOOD RANCH emphasizes the importance of learning by “doing,” utilizing an applied behavioral therapy approach to teach functional academics, personal and social skills, independent living, and vocational skills. YOUTH VILLAGE creates a haven to provide various educational and recreational services to children ages 5-16 during non-school hours in a safe, nurturing, and encouraging environment.
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itness goals typically accelerate when spring weather arrives, so as the air warms and the sun shines longer, head outdoors for some fitness fun. Opportunity for fitness avails itself everywhere, you just have to be willing to notice the opportunities and get up and go! Sidewalks are a great place to start if the couch has been too good of a friend. Walking with a companion or listening to your favorite tunes or audio book is a great way to enjoy the spring weather. Pay attention to your stride, your pace, and your foot placement. Squeeze the glutes, stand tall, and tilt those hips for a straighter spine so you can lead each step with a powerful core. After a couple of weeks, add a little circuit training and dynamic stretching to the walk by including walking prisoner lunges (holding your hand behind you head while you progress into a lunge), high knee forward steps (like running with high knees but, you are walking while maintaining your balance), walking while kicking your heel back to your glutes (rear-end) and a quick jog. Try 5-10 reps per side of each exercise every 2-3 minutes. Within 2-3 weeks you’ll be feeling stronger with more energy and can continue to pick up the pace as you gain joint and cardiovascular strength.
Beach days don’t have to be about a chair, an umbrella, and a nap. Now that you’re feeling stronger, challenge yourself with a 10 minute walk and lung combination in the deep sand. Add upper body conditioning by digging a hole with the kids, or building a sand castle…and make sure you are the one carting the buckets of water back and forth. When the water warms and you find your self waist high in the Gulf, try your own version of Water Aerobics. Stand on one leg and swing the other forward and backward using the water resistance for both balance and power. Do the same with your hands as you paddle you hands forward and backward. Finally, try something new. Stand up paddle boarding has become very accessible at our beaches. Beach services along the coast rent boards, so when the water is flat, grab a board and discover the benefits of fitness when you realize that the little bit of work you’ve put into yourself translates into a whole new world of activities. Bike and hiking trails are plentiful in our area and a great way to add to your outdoor experience away from the sandy beaches. Load up the family or invite a friend, and remember to pack a lunch, water and the binoculars to take full advantage of the benefits and enjoyment of being outdoors. continued on page 34
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e’ve done it again. Spring has sprung and we didn’t plan ahead for spring break…but we still need a break! While we live in one of the most beautiful vacation destinations on the planet, there is something refreshing about going to a new place or even trying something new in our little paradise. If you are feeling adventurous, check out these lastminute mini-getaways. They are all family-friendly, require four hours or less in the car, and are ideal for a few days away if you can’t miss a whole week of work.
Mobile, Alabama
Head west on I-10 for a couple of hours and explore Mobile. It’s close enough that you could make it a long day trip, but there’s so much to see I would recommend staying a few nights. Start with the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education is all the rage these days, and your kids will get plenty of hands-on learning at the Exploreum. With more than 50 fun, interactive exhibits, the kids won’t even realize they are learning
by Laura Lucy about electricity, mechanics, magnetism, and more. If you have a budding botanist in the family, you cannot miss a stop at Bellingrath Gardens to experience spring in a 65-acre garden; seeing the garden in daylight in its full blooming glory is high on my spring to-do list. You can check out the What’s in Bloom? page on their website before you go. Baseball fans will want to take in one last Mobile Baybears game at Hank Aaron Stadium. The team moves to north Alabama in 2020, but you can catch them close by this spring and summer. The city that gave us Hammerin’ Hank really knows how to put on a game! There is no chance the kids will be bored here with nonstop
entertainment throughout the game. When we went last year, my daughter, Vivi, was delighted to dance with the mascots, chase the Geico gecko around the field, and win some Subway gift cards in a dance contest. continued on page 20
SPRING BREAK GETAWAY continued from page 18 No trip to Mobile is complete without a visit to the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. The 45,000-ton ship was home to 2,500 crew members during World War II as it saw plenty of action in the Pacific. Upon the ship’s retirement, forwardthinking Mobilians saved it from being scrapped and turned it into one of the country’s most unique military attractions in 1965. At the park you will also find the submarine USS Drum, aircraft, tanks, war artifacts, memorials, and a picnic area, all with views of beautiful Mobile Bay. There is no shortage of good food in Mobile, with ample seafood and southern options. You can opt for fine dining, but with the kids along, my choice is the Original Oyster House. The original Original Oyster House opened in 1983 in Gulf Shores, with this location on the Mobile causeway opening in 1985. It’s a straightforward seafood joint that simply does everything right. The service is great, food is yummy, and the views are breathtaking. If you are a fan of baked potatoes, theirs will change your life. Try it.
Rural Northwest Florida
Don’t be fooled into thinking the big cities are where it’s at for a quick getaway. Just up the road, you will find an exciting, albeit slower-paced, destination in Washington and Jackson counties. Ecotourism enthusiasts will feel at home in the natural environs of this region. Falling Waters State Park boasts Florida’s tallest waterfall. Who even knew Florida had waterfalls! Enjoy hiking trails through verdant forest and learn about the history of the area, with a grist mill dating back to the 1860s and Native American artifacts from 5,000 years ago. Hurricane Michael damaged the park’s lower observation deck at the falls, but most of the park is fully functional. Sadly, Florida Caverns State Park in nearby Marianna had more severe damage from the storm and has yet to reopen at the time of this writing. But it will be back! Seacrest Wolf Preserve in Chipley allows you to get up close and personal with Gray, Arctic, and British Columbian wolves. This is not your average petting zoo. Reservations are required, the dress code is strictly enforced, and children under 10 are not permitted. You enter the wolves’ natural habitat
and interact with wolf ambassadors. Adventurous types can even camp out at the preserve and hear the howling wolves! Ghost hunters and nature lovers alike will enjoy a walk down the Bellamy Bridge Heritage Trail in Marianna. Be on the lookout for birds and rare, endangered plants as you wander down the path that has been referred to by some as Florida’s most haunted spot. Visitors have reported seeing the ghost of a moonshiner who died near the bridge in the 1800s, a headless wagon driver, and hauntings by Elizabeth Jane Bellamy, who died either by fire on her wedding day or by fever as a young mother, depending on which legend you believe. Don’t head back to the coast without loading up on fresh produce to bring home. If you don’t see any roadside stands where you can buy direct from the farmer, stop off at the Brickyard Market or Piggly Wiggly in Chipley. Both of these grocery stores have prices on produce that Destin probably hasn’t seen since the 70s. Plus, it’s all fresh off the farm. So good!
Columbus, Georgia
When you think of road tripping, Georgia, Atlanta or Savannah probably come to mind. But there is a secret gem that’s a little closer to home. Columbus is only a four-hour drive from the Emerald Coast through some pretty scenic countryside. You might be surprised by what the city has to offer. The Coca-Cola Space Science Center houses more than $17 million of Space Shuttle era artifacts from NASA. There are also flight simulators and many interactive displays that will keep the kids in a STEM state of mind even when they’re out of school. You can look at the stars during the day at a planetarium show in the Omnisphere Theater. There are even special shows tailored to kids. If only the real thing will do for you, check the schedule online to see if they are having a free public night at the Westrock Observatory while you’re in town. continued on page 22
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SPRING BREAK GETAWAY continued from page 20 About 40 miles north of Columbus is where you’ll find yourself taking a walk – or rather a drive – on the wild side at Wild Animal Safari in Pine Mountain. This drive-thru animal park gives you the option to drive your own vehicle through 3.5 miles of animal adventure. You can also choose to go on a bus tour or rent a Zebra van. On the tour, you will get to see more than 550 animals, 75 different species, throughout the 500-acre spread. Expect to have a close encounter with camels, zebras, and bison, to name a few. The National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center located at Fort Benning was the highlight of our trip to Columbus a few years ago. This military museum is truly impressive. My dad is a Vietnam veteran, and he met my mom while he was stationed at Fort Benning in the 1960s. Upon hearing that the museum had been voted USA Today’s Best Free Museum, he wanted to take the whole family. That included my daughter who was only three at the time. I worried that she would be bored or even frightened by some of the depictions of war. Instead she was intrigued by everything, especially since she knew her Papa had been a soldier in the infantry. She went through the simulated Vietnam jungle at least three times. Once was enough for Papa. The museum takes you through galleries with artifacts and interactive exhibits from every era of the infantry, from its formation in 1775 right up to the ongoing global war on terrorism. If you visit on a Thursday or Friday, you might even catch a basic training graduation ceremony in the field outside the museum. Columbus is home to a shockingly hip and eclectic district known as Uptown. The area along the Chattahoochee River, once known for industry with spewing smokestacks, is now home to beautiful parks, trendy boutiques, and happening restaurants with food to please any palate. I highly recommend The Black Cow. How can you go wrong at a restaurant where the appetizers include lobster tots, fried bacon, and fried green tomatoes stacked with goat cheese? Not to mention their burgers were voted Best in the South by Garden & Gun readers. No matter where you find yourself this spring, whether you are enjoying our beautiful beaches or exploring something new, remember to have fun, be safe, and make unforgettable memories!
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Mobile, Alabama Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center 65 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602 251-208-6893 www.exploreum.com Bellingrath Gardens and Home 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road Theodore, AL 36582 251-973-2217 www.bellingrath.org Mobile Baybears Hank Aaron Stadium 755 Bolling Brothers Boulevard Mobile, AL 36606 251-572-2327 www.milb.com/mobile USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park 2703 Battleship Parkway Mobile, AL 36602 251-432-0261 www.ussalabama.com Original Oyster House 3733 Battleship Parkway Spanish Fort, AL 36527 251-626-2188 www.originaloysterhouse.com Rural Northwest Florida Falling Waters State Park 1130 State Park Road Chipley, FL 32428 850-638-6130 www.floridastateparks.org Seacrest Wolf Preserve 3449 Bonnett Pond Road Chipley, FL 32428 850-773-2897 www.seacrestwolfpreserve.org Bellamy Bridge Heritage Trail 4057 Highway 162 Marianna, FL 32446 www.bellamybridge.org Brickyard Market 1377 Brickyard Road Chipley, FL 32428 850-638-9775 Piggly Wiggly 1264 Church Avenue Chipley, FL 32428 850-638-1751 www.pigglywiggly.com
Columbus, Georgia Coca-Cola Space Science Center 701 Front Avenue Columbus, GA 31901 706-649-1477 www.ccssc.org Wild Animal Safari 1300 Oak Grove Road Pine Mountain, GA 31822 706-663-8744 www.animalsafari/georgia National Infantry Museum & Soldier Center 1775 Legacy Way Columbus, GA 31903 706-685-5800 www.nationalinfantrymuseum.org The Black Cow 115 12 th Street Columbus, GA 31901 706-321-2020 www.theblackcowga.com
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Dr. Scott Runnels Orthodontist, is celebrating 20 years of serving the Emerald Coast and is hosting an event at their 30Avenue office in Inlet Beach on March 18, 2019. Dr. Runnels has perfected over 5,000 smiles on the Emerald Coast and is a proud sponsor of our local schools and community donating over $1 million to local schools and sports teams. Dr. Runnels is the founder of the LilyBell Hope Foundation, an organization that is dedicated to increasing public awareness and education about the benefits of preserving umbilical cord blood stem cells. We celebrate Dr Runnels and all he has contributed to the families here on the Emerald Coast.
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zmitry Ulasiuk is a professional pianist with considerable talent, having won many International Piano competitions. Dzmitry recently visited Gateway Academy in Miramar Beach, FL. and performed for the school's students ranging in age from Kindergarten to the 9th grade. Students were enthralled with his expressive playing of Romeo and Juliet op. 75 by Sergei Prokoftev, Neptune by Chopin, and Mercuttio by Sergei Prokoftev. Dzmitry spoke to students about the different vibrations in music, with its impressions of happiness, sadness and excitement, and students were asked to share their own impressions. Dzmitry shared with students the importance of feelings and appreciating music, how to understand music you have to listen to it, participate with it as the music speaks to each individual. Students learned about the exciting profession of a pianist, where musicians practice over and over so as to feel the structure of the musical notes. Dzmitry shared with students that his profession is never boring because through the music you learn about history and learn about the emotions that accompany the music. Students were visually and auditorily impressed with Dzmitry's performance, and his playing was compared to flowers in a field or the changing of the seasons. In particular, the piece titled Neptune was hauntingly beautiful, and Dzmitry explained that these emotions experienced while listening are very important we cannot live our lives without emotion - emotion helps to keep us alive while giving the brain the opportunity to think. Dzmitry shared with students that it is imperative that we learn the grammar of music, that we learn how the musical notes interact with each other. continued on page 34
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Over the coming year, we are going to discuss some best practices to make your home a sanctuary of health and happiness. We will explore the basics of a healthy home - like air and water quality - and even get into some deeper topics such as building physics and electromagnetic pollution. Before we get there, we’ve got to start with something very foundational: safety and maintenance.
So I promise to try to make this admittedly less-than-exciting topic as interesting as I can, but I’m begging you not to overlook this article because, “Yeah, yeah, yeah...of course safety is important.” You simply cannot have a health-focused home without regularly addressing safety and maintenance issues.
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ess than one week into 2019 in a quiet neighborhood in Tampa, a couple pulled their Mercedes SUV into the garage of their townhome and went upstairs. Unfortunately, the keyless ignition was left on and the vehicle’s engine ran all night long. This simple mistake cost the husband, Thomas Martino, his life. When paramedics arrived, they found he had passed and his wife was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The cause was accidental carbon monoxide poisoning.
Your home can have all of the sustainably-harvested hardwood floors and flame retardant-free furniture you’d like, but if your smoke detectors are out of batteries or your water filter hasn’t been changed in four years, it doesn’t really matter. continued on page 30
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SPRING INTO SAFETY
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Top 5 Household Hazards There are hundreds of potential safety risks that exist in a home, so discussing them all would be a difficult task (not to mention a boring read)! So we will focus on avoiding the five leading causes of unintentional death in the home (according to the Home Safety Council): falls, poisonings, fires/burns, choking/suffocation, and drowning/submersions.
• Store household chemicals and cleaners on a high shelf, preferably in a garage or outside of common areas; purchase products in child-proof containers • Do not store household products in the kitchen or near food items • When using cleaning products, use gloves to protect your skin and open a window to improve ventilation
#1 FALLS
• Do not mix cleaning products together, as they can cause noxious fumes (never mix ammonia and bleach products)
• Outside walkways should be well-lit and free of toys and other items; add a glow-in-the-dark anti-slip tape to steps for extra protection
• If your house was built before 1978, you may have leadbased paint on your walls - any chipping, peeling, or other damage should be addressed by a lead-safe certified contractor
• Keep floors free of tripping hazards including toys, cords, and shoes • Install non-slip adhesives to bathtub and shower flooring; add support rails if needed
• Keep button batteries (watch batteries) out of reach of children, and consider avoiding toys and devices that use them
• Staircases should be well-lit, with securely attached railing and flooring, and be free of toys and other items; additionally, if young children are in the home, safety gates should be installed at the top and bottom of the staircase • Use appropriate stools and stepladders when needed; never use a chair to reach high items • Use window guards on low-level windows to prevent children from falling • Avoiding shoes in the home is a great way to reduce exposure to toxins, bacteria, and other uninvited guests, but socks can present a major slipping hazard; bare feet, socks with grips, and house shoes are recommended instead • Trampolines should have a proper enclosure and should be checked for tearing and deterioration seasonally #2 POISONINGS
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Install photoelectric smoke detectors on each floor of your home and near each bedroom; test units monthly and change batteries each year
• Install a carbon monoxide detector on each floor of your home and test it regularly
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Have an ABC-rated fire extinguisher in your kitchen and ideally on each floor of your home
• Fluorescent and CFL light bulbs (the curly kind) contain mercury; if one breaks in your home, the room should be evacuated immediately and a window or door opened to ventilate the space
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Store matches, lighters, and candles out of reach of children
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Avoid smoking in the home, especially in the bedroom (smoking in bed is the #1 cause of home fire deaths)
• As much as possible, reduce the number of commercial cleaning products, yard care products, and beauty products you bring into your home, or at least replace them with nontoxic alternatives
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Unplug appliances when not in use and replace items with frayed or damaged cords
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Install ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in kitchens and bathrooms
• Always properly close medication bottles and store out of reach of young children, preferably in a locked medicine cabinet
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Do not overload outlets, extension cords, or power strips
• Save the number for Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) in your cell phone and display it prominently near home phones
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MAKING MUSIC continued from page 26 Gateway Academy is a part of the Carnegie Hall Linked Up program, in partnership through Northwest Florida State College. Despite his busy schedule, Dzmitry Ulasiuk chose Gateway Academy to perform for the school's students. Dzmitry has a new CD to be released on April 5, 2019. Pieces of music on this CD will include Romeo and Juliet op. 75 by Sergie Prokoftev and Etudes-Tableau op. 33 by Sergei Rachmanioff. Dzmitry Ulasiuk is currently a doctoral candidate of Piano Performance in the studio of Dr. Pamela Mia Paul at the University of North Texas.
GET OUTSIDE continued from page 16 Bike and hiking trails are plentiful in our area and a great way to add to your outdoor experience away from the sandy beaches. Whether an experienced hiker or a newbie to venturing out, search for websites like funforemeraldcoastkids.com to find and enjoy new trails. Load up the family or invite a friend, and remember to pack a lunch, water and the binoculars to take full advantage of the benefits and enjoyment of being outdoors. Staying active is a key ingredient to staying young. Fitness is a lifestyle that allows you to live stronger. So accelerate your activity everyday and enjoy the warm air and sunshine in a whole new way. Make it a great day!
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Keep space heaters and radiators at least 3 feet from furniture, curtains, and other flammable items
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Clean your dryer’s lint trap (ideally outdoors - dryer lint contains chemicals you don’t want in your indoor air) after each use and clean the dryer exhaust seasonally
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Have your chimney professionally cleaned annually
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Keep in mind that, in addition to other health and safety concerns, there is evidence that smart utility meters may pose a fire risk
• Use the back stove burners when possible or turn pot and pan handles toward the back of the stove so that children cannot grab them • Set water heater temperature at 120°F and always check the water temperature before bathing children #4 CHOKING AND SUFFOCATIONS • Avoid toys that are smaller than 2” long x 1” wide for children under 3 years old; regularly inspect toys for loose parts • Regularly get down on your hands and knees to inspect the floor for small items that may have fallen • Keep all plastic bags, including shopping bags and dry-cleaning bags, out of reach of children • Avoid window blinds that have looped cords or install a cord guard • Be sure that crib mattresses fit snugly within the crib and that bedding fits snugly around the mattress Photo: https://unsplash.com/photos/egmoXsbLdTA
• Put child-resistant locks on all air-tight appliances including the washing machine and freezer
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Do not leave children alone near water including buckets, bathtubs, pools, or the ocean; be especially mindful to keep the bathroom door closed if you fill your bathtub prior to storms
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Install and maintain child-proof fencing around pools and hot tubs; fences should be four-sided and at least 5 feet high with a self-closing and self-locking gate
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Have all non-swimmers and weak swimmers wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket; arm “floaties” and foam noodles are toys, not acceptable safety devices
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Designate one person to provide close and constant monitoring for children (many drownings happen at family gatherings when adults think someone else is watching the kids)
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Have a rescue pole with life hook and life preserver in the pool area
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The Destin Pooch Palooza The Destin Pooch Palooza is a festival for dogs, their families, and friends. There will be vendor and non-profit dog rescuers booths, food, raffle, and silent auction. Dog presentations, demonstrations, and activities; such as a fun walk, agility demonstrations, Okaloosa K9 Unit, and treat trot game will entertain the four and two legged visitors. No entry fees for the Pooch Palooza, but dog park donations are accepted. The event is sponsoring the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) animal shelter; therefore, visitors are asked to bring donations, such as food, collars, leashes, or cleaning supplies. PAWS is providing a vet van for dogs to get a rabies shot for $5 and a microchip for $10. The event’s first fun walk called “Shy of a Mile Mutt March” will start at the conclusion of the Opening Ceremony, approximately 10:15 am. Registration for the fun walk is from 9:00 to 10:00 am and requires a $10 fee. Free t-shirts while supplies last. Prizes for first and last place. For more information about this event, please call Destin City Hall at (850) 837-4242 or visit Friends of the Destin Dog Park Facebook page.
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The Autism Spectrum on the Emerald Coast, Inc. would like to invite your family to join us at our 3rd Annual Spring Fam Jam. This family music festival, which is presented by We Care Heating and Air, will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at the mullet festival site in Niceville. The gates opens at 9 a.m. with the music and fun continuing until 2 p.m. Spring Fam Jam, with more than 30 booth participants, includes live entertainment, arts and crafts merchants, food and beverage vendors, various demonstrations, local therapy providers, and a large Children’s Area. The Children’s Area includes bounce houses, inflatable slides, an inflatable obstacle course, face painting, Home Depot building kits, 501 St . Legion, live entertainment, and many more children’s activities. Children’s Area armbands are $10. Armbands grant access to all the previous listed activities in the children’s area. Be sure to register for the Powdered Donut Dash! Participants will be covered in colored powder as they make their way around the course. You do not have to be a conditioned athlete to enjoy this run! The course, which is approximately a ½ mile in length, will have Color Stations and a Donut Eating Station. The run starts at 10:30. The registration fee for participants ages 6 to 12 years old is $15 which ncludes an event t-shirt. The registration fee for participants 13 years old and above is $20 which includes an event t-shirt. Children 5 years old and under are free. Spring Fam Jam is ASEC’s premier fundraising and community awareness event. This event allows us to continue to provide services to our local autism community that we serve. For a fundraiser of this size to succeed, the participation and generosity of the community is required and very much appreciated. To register for the Powdered Donut Dash visit our website: SpringFamJam.com For sponsorship information contact our event coordinator, Brad Burnette at (850)496-3062 or Brad@ ASECFL.com. This event is in Niceville at The Mullet Festival Site. On the Coast Magazine is a proud media sponsor of local charitable events. For sponsorship information, e-mail OTC@OntheCoastMag.com
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Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 March 2 Ok Island Gulfarium WSRE PBS Kids & Family Day 10-2pm Park Admission 850-243-9046
March 9 FWB EC Science Center 30th Anniversary Celebration 6-9pm $45-$50 850-664-1261
March 5 Destin HarborWalk 5-8pm Fat Tuesday Celebration & Pet Costume Contest 5pm FREE ($10 for contest) 850-424-0600 March 6 Alys Beach Spring Reels Inside Out 7:30pm FREE 850-213-5500
Niceville Mattie Kelly Arts Hammer of the Gods The Led Zeppelin Experience 7:30-10:30pm $37 850-729-6000
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 March 7 FWB EC Science Center Planetarium Night 6pm 850-664-1261 March 7-10 Sandestin Grand Boulevard EC Theatre Company “Bad Dates” 7:30pm Th-Sat & 2pm Sun $30 Adults 850-684-0323 March 8-9 Destin Harborwalk Village Tequila & Taco Fest 7-10pm Fri 1-5pm Sat $25-$50 850-424-0600 March 8-10 FWB NW FL Ballet New Moves Fri 8, Sat 2:30 & 7:30 Sun 2:30 $35 Adults $15 Children 850-664-7787
Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 March 10 FWB Belles & Whistles Market Art Resin Class 5-7pm $85 preregister required Offering future walk in classes 850-737-2120 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782 March 12 Destin Special City Elections 7-7pm 850-837-4242 Seaside Ampitheater Huck & Lily Concert 6pm FREE 850-231-6107 March 13 Alys Beach Spring Reels The Incredibles 2 7:30pm FREE 850-213-5500
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March 14 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572
Destin McGuires St Pattys Extravaganza 10am to Midnight 850-650-0000 FWB Belles & Whistles Market Art Resin Class 5-7pm $85 preregister required Offering future walk in classes 850-737-2120 Ok Island The Gulf St Pattys Day Celebration 10am 850-387-1300
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Bubbly Baytowne 5-7pm Ages 21 and up FREE 850-267-8186
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf St Patty’s Paint the Village Green 6-9pm FREE 850-267-8117
March 15 Seaside Square Cinema Up 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107
SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782
March 15-17 FWB Civic Center Mamma Mia! Fri & Sat 7:30 Sun 2pm $25 Adults $15 Students 850-243-1101 Panama City Beach Pier Park EC Boat & Lifestyle Show Daily 10am - 5pm 850-233-1633 March 16 Destin Community Center Youth Dance Competition Noon $10 850-654-5184 Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 March 17 Destin HarborWalk Village St. Paddys Day Family party Noon-2pm FREE 850-424-0600
SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330 March 18 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Hydroflight Mondays 6:30 & 8:30 Shows FREE 850-267-8186 March 19 Destin Library Won’t You Be My Neighbor Film 2pm FREE 850-837-8572 Sandestin Games & Fireworks Boomin Tuesdays 6-8:30pm FREE 850-267-8186 Seaside Ampitheater Huck & Lily Concert 6pm FREE 850-231-6107 March 19-23 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Baytowne Live - Stevie Hall 7-10pm FREE 850-267-8186
March 20 Alys Beach Spring Reels Up 7:30pm FREE 850-213-5500 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 March 21 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572 FWB Belles & Whistles Market Ladies Night Quarterly Celebration 6:30-8:30pm FREE 850-737-2120
Ok Island AJ’s Oyster Shanty Run for the Health of it 2019 5K or 8K Course 9-Noon 850-863-8204
SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Magical Thursdays 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Vettes at the Village 10-4pm FREE 850-267-8186
SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330
March 22 Seaside Square Cinema Wall-E 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107
Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697
March 25 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Hydroflight Mondays 6:30 & 8:30 Shows FREE 850-267-8186
March 22-24 FWB Civic Center Mamma Mia! Fri & Sat 7:30 Sun 2pm $25 Adults $15 Students 850-243-1101 March 23 Destin Dog Park Pooch Palooza 10-3pm FREE 850-654-5184
Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 March 24 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Sunday Cinema 7:15pm FREE 850-267-8186
March 26 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Baytowne Live - Stevie Hall 7-10pm FREE 850-267-8186 Sandestin Games & Fireworks Boomin Tuesdays 6-8:30pm FREE 850-267-8186 continued on page 42
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FWB Planetarium Night 6pm 850-664-1261
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Baytowne Live - Stevie Hall 7-10pm FREE 850-267-8186
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continued from page 43 Seaside Ampitheater Huck & Lily Concert 6pm FREE 850-231-6107 Seaside REP Theatre Live at the REP Calvin Arsenia 7:30pm $25 850-231-0733 March 27 Alys Beach Spring Reels Madagascar 7:30pm FREE 850-213-5500 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 March 28 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572
Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 March 31 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Sunday Cinema 7:15pm FREE 850-267-8186 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782 SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330 April 1 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Hydroflight Mondays 6:30 & 8:30 Shows FREE 850-267-8186
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Baytowne Live - Stevie Hall 7-10pm FREE 850-267-8186
April 2 Sandestin Games & Fireworks Boomin Tuesdays 6-8:30pm FREE 850-267-8186
Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Magical Thursdays 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186
Seaside Ampitheater Huck & Lily Concert 6pm FREE 850-231-6107
Seaside Film Club Across The Universe 6pm $12.50 850-231-0733 March 29 Seaside Square Cinema Inside Out 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107
April 3 Alys Beach Spring Reels Disneys Christopher Robin 7:30pm FREE 850-213-5500
March 30 Destin Community Center 3 on 3 Basketball Tourney $100 per team FREE to watch 9am Start 850-654-5184
April 4 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Magical Thursdays 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186
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April 6 Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 April 6-7 Destin Commons Outdoor Adventure Expo 10-7pm Sat 11-4pm Sun FREE 850-337-8700 April 3 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 April 4 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572 April 5 Seaside Square Cinema Coco 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107 April 6-7 Okaloosa Island Boardwalk Kitty Hawk Kites Festival 10-4pm FREE 850-796-0102 April 7 Miramar Bch Savannah Rae Salon Double Divas Bra Fit 10am $50 & up 770-429-7004 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782
April 10 Destin Library Storytime Easter Egg Hunt 9:30am 850-837-8572 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 April 11 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572 April 11-14 Sandestin Wine Festival Thurs 6pm, Fri Sun 11:30am 850-398-8457 April 12 Seaside Square Cinema Ratatouille 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107 April 13 Destin Community Center Miss Destin Contest 7pm FREE 850-654-5184 FWB Liza Jackson Park Earth Day 11-3pm 850-664-1261 www.earthdayfwb.com Niceville Mattie Kelly Arts Mozarts Requiem & Stars of Tomorrow 7:30-10pm $25 850-729-6000 Rosemary Beach 30A Cornhole Tourney $70 two man team www.cornhole30a.com
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Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697
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Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 continued on page 44
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continued from page 42 Seaside REP Theatre Live at the REP Callaghan 7:30pm $25 850-231-0733 April 14 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782 SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330 April 16 Seaside Ampitheater Huck & Lily Concert 6pm FREE 850-231-6107 April 17 Niceville Mattie Kelly Arts Million Dollar Quartet $25 850-729-6000 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 April 18 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572 FWB Belles & Whistles Market Ladies Night 6:30-8:30pm FREE 850-737-2120 Seaside REP Theatre Film Club Leave No Trace $12.50 6pm 850-231-0733
April 18-21 Pensacola Bay Center Disney on Ice 100 Years of Magic Thurs 10:30am, Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 6pm Sun 2pm $20 and up 850-764-0173 April 19 Seaside Square Cinema Ralph Breaks the Internet 7:30pm FREE 850-231-6107 April 20 Bluewater Tennis Club Egg Hunt 9:30-11 FREE 850-897-8010 Destin Morgans Sports Complex Easter Egg Hunt 9am FREE 850-650-1241 Freeport Sports Complex Eggstravaganza, Craft Show 9-3pm FREE 850-835-1735 Niceville First Baptist Church Run for Joy & Easter Fest 8:30am $10-20 850-678-4621 PCB Frank Brown Park Egg Hunt 8:30am FREE 850-233-5045 Crestview Twin Hills Park Easter in the Park 9:30am FREE 850-682-1560 Miramar Beach Destiny Worship Ctr Easter Eggstravaganza 4pm FREE 850-650-6800 Niceville Softball Rec Complex Easter Egg Hunt 11am FREE 850-279-6436
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Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Easter Explosion Noon - 3pm FREE 850-267-8186 Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 Seaside Farmers Market 9am FREE 850-231-6107 April 21 Destin LuLus Easter Egg Dash 2pm FREE 850-710-5858 FWB Belles & Whistles Market Art Resin Class 5-7pm $85 Preregister Only Offering future walk in classes 850-737-2120 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782 SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330 April 24 Sandestin Baytowne Wharf Wed. Night Concert Series 7-9pm FREE 850-267-8186 April 25 Destin Library Cuddler & Toddlers Storytime 9:30am FREE 850-837-8572 Destin Mattie Kelly Arts Village Shania Twain Tribute Concert 5:45-8pm 850-650-2226 Sandestin Grand Blvd Wine & Food Festival 850-837-3099
April 27 Niceville Mullet Festival Site Spring Fam Jam 9-2pm FREE entrance $10 Armbands for activities $15-$20 Donut Dash 850-496-3062 Okaloosa Island Conf Center DMI Dance Competitions Nationals 9am - 8pm FREE 228-437-6251 Sandestin Grand Boulevard Farmers Market 9-1pm FREE 850-499-4697 Seaside REP Theatre Film Club Amy Black $25 7:30pm 850-231-0733 April 28 SRB The HUB 30A Kids Movie Night 7-10pm FREE 850-213-0782 SRB Topsail Sate Park Park Ranger Program 9am FREE with park entrance 850-267-8330
We love our calendar but things do change so, it's always best to confirm your event by calling the number listed below the event or by visiting their websites.
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The White-Wilson Community Foundation will host the 10th Annual Little Black Dress Party on Saturday, May 11, 2019, held at Magnolia Room, Sandestin Resort, Florida at 6:00 p.m. The event will feature live performances, dinner, dancing and an auction. All proceeds benefit White-Wilson Community Foundation and the men, women and children in the Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton County communities. - TICKETS -
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Remove toys from the pool when you get out to prevent kids from trying to retrieve them
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Avoid the use of prescription drugs or alcohol when in a pool or hot tub
Home safety and maintenance is an essential part of creating a healthy home. Nothing is more important than keeping your family safe. Again, this is not an exhaustive safety list, but is a great start toward having a safer and healthier home. Start with some of the items on this list, and then expand into other areas of concern.
Overlooked Maintenance Tasks April 2019 Healthy Home Challenge With spring cleaning just around the corner, home cleaning and maintenance tasks are already top of mind. Here are a few of the most commonly overlooked home maintenance tasks that are important in creating a healthy home. This month, your challenge is to take your deep cleaning even deeper with these maintenance jobs: •
Cleaning and sanitizing washing machine. Yes, you should clean the cleaner! Many new models have selfcleaning cycles but for those that don’t, running an empty load with 2-3 cups of vinegar can work great at descaling and disinfecting your machine.
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Cleaning refrigerator drip pan. A refrigerator drip what? See your owner’s manual to find the precise location, but this pan catches the condensation - and often food particles - from your fridge. Once discovered, it’s often a bona fide science experiment. Clean it thoroughly, then add kosher salt to prevent future microbial growth.
Drill. Even the word sounds exhausting. But as the Greek poet Archilochus said, “We don't rise to the level of our expectations; we fall to the level of our training.”
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So while we may think that everything will come together in the event of an emergency, it would be a terrible time to find out that you are wrong. It was a fire drill spurred by the writing of this article that made me realize that even though we own a fire escape ladder, I had no clue how to use it. Maybe I figured I’d have time to read the instruction manual by the light of a blazing inferno behind me? Not smart.
Flushing your water heater. Your water heater can collect mineral deposits and other sediment that contaminates the system and the hot water that comes out of your faucets. Flushing the system regularly will make your water heater last longer and run more efficiently.
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Cleaning gutters. Out of sight, out of mind, right? They are hard to access and no fun to clean, but clogged gutters can lead to water damage and mold and can also provide a prime nesting ground for pests to end up in your home.
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Having AC unit serviced regularly. Annual HVAC cleaning will save on your power bills and extend the life of your system, but more importantly, it will keep the air you breath clean by reducing microbial build-up and contamination.
Remember not to let perfect be the enemy of better; any positive change is a step in the right direction. Run A Fire Drill March 2019 Healthy Home Challenge
If you have kids, this is even more critical. Parents, I know you can think of more than a few examples of times that telling did nothing, but showing did everything. We need to show our children how we expect them to handle an emergency, and work out the kinks in our plan while the stakes are low. Here are some tips for running a fire drill: •
Discuss how your family would react in several different scenarios. These may include what to do if your clothing caught fire, the door handle felt hot, or the pet were on the other side of the house.
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Practice each aspect of the plan. Have family members actually leave the house and gather at the designated meeting area. This is the best way to identify challenges and improve outcomes in an actual emergency.
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Catch them off guard. What if a heavy sleeper snoozes through the smoke detector alarm or your kids panic and freeze? Running an unexpected practice drill - with a real alarm - is a good idea.
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