Youth Village-Time for our after school program again beginning August 22, 2011; 2:00-6:00pm   (Monday-Friday). Youth Village, Inc., 312 Pelham Road , Ft. Walton Beach , FL 32547 ; 986-0549; njbogar@yahoo.com; www.nelliesyouthvillage.orgWe offer: help with homework, computer assistance, Theater Workshops, Dance Workshops, Shelter House Workshops for children 10 and older, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor play, Cub House for children 5-7, nutritional snacks, Parents Night Out:  One Friday each month (6:00-9:00pm) we have movies, games, hot dogs, chips and drinks for the kids while the parent's have a night out...at no extra charge!  Free transportation from Bruner, Pryor Mary Esther and Calvary Christian Academy . Tuition: $35.00/week

An Open Adult Clay Class, is presented by Pat Basque, and is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00am - Noon .  The cost is $8/Members, $12/others. 

Sculpture in clay, wheel thrown or hand building is offered on Mondays.  It is an 'Adult Clay Class', with Marcy Eady as Instructor, from  7pm - 9:30pm .  The cost is $15 for Members, $18 for others and includes the material and firing.  Call Marcy Eady at 862-0338 for specific information.

'Painting with Oil' is a great class for students who wish to learn to paint as the old masters painted, using darks and lights.  Dr. Dale Gauvin offers this unique approach to the study of oils.  The class meets at the Art and Design Center, 17 First Street, Ft. Walton Beach, on Wednesday Mornings, from 10-noon.  The cost is $70 per month for ADSO members/$85 for others.  For additional information call 244-1271.

Also at the Arts & Design Center , 17 First Street , Ft. Walton Beach , On the 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 'Life Drawing' w/live model, is offered from 6-9pm in the gallery. Cost is $6/members, $8/others.  For additional information call 244-1271.

Open studio every Friday 10-1 pm. Bring your own supplies, no instructor. It's a working artists studio time to share ideas and tips. Bring your lunch! fee $5/ADSO Member-$7/non-member.

The Photography Group of ADSO meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 7-9pm .  Each month there is a short lecture about one of the properties of photography.  The public is invited to become a member and participate.  Additional Information is available at the Arts & Design Society, 17 First Street , Ft. Walton Beach , Fl 32548, (850)244-1271, or  at www.artsdesignsociety.com.

Clay for Children on Tuesdays, ages 7-14 from 4-545pm, supplies are included. The fee is monthly $50/ADSO Member- $60/non-member.

Begginer Acrylic Painting for Children with Pat Roberts begins September 3, 10 - 12 noon . The fee monthly is $70/ADSO Member-$80/non-member. There is a one time supply fee $10

All information for these classes can be found on our website www.artsdesignsociety.org or call 850 244-1271.

Free dance workshops for the FWBHS spring production of Hairspray  are offered every Friday  starting September 2 from 2:30-4:30 in the FWBHS Auditorium, 400 Hollywood Blvd. , Ft. Walton Beach , 32548.  The workshops and the production is open to any  high-school aged student in the community, no matter where he or she attends school.  Auditions are November 29, and the production runs  April 12-14, 2012 .  All participants are asked to wear comfortable clothing and danceable shoes—no sandals or flip-flops.  This is to learn the music and the dances, but in no way obligates a student to do the production.  For more information  call Christa Whittaker at (850) 833-3300 x1814, or  email whittakerc@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.us.

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December 1

NWFSC JAZZ BAND CONCERT.-Dec 1. THURSDAY. Mainstage. 7:30 PM .  Free admission. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

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December 1-16

Christmas Art Market- Nov 18 – Dec 16- Arts and Design Society will celebrate the Christmas season with original art work from all their artist members.  The work will include paintings. Sculptures, ceramics and cards all for sale at great prices. Gallery hours are 12 – 4 Tues – Fri and 1 – 4 on Sat. Free Arts and Design Society Art Center Gallery, 17 First St SE , Fort Walton Beach .  850 -244-1271  www.artsdesignsociety.org

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December 2 & 4

“Gloria”-Okaloosa Chamber Singers present "Gloria" on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 7:30 PM at First United Methodist Church; 103 SE First Street, Fort Walton Beach, FL. & Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 4:00 in the afternoon at First United Methodist Church, 88 Circle Drive, DeFuniak Springs, FL. Suggested donation: $15 per person or 2/$2

Open House and Art Auction- on Dec 2 from 5 - 7 PM. Welcome in the Christmas season with area artists.  During the Christmas party we will have an auction of unusual wreaths and Christmas ornaments as well as original art work and baked goods.  Always a good time to spend with friends and a great way to get those hard to find gifts. Free Arts and Design Society Art Center Gallery; 17 First St SE , Fort Walton Beach .  850 -244-1271  www.artsdesignsociety.org

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION RECITAL-.Dec 2. FRIDAY. Tyler Recital Hall. 3 PM .  Free admission. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

HOLIDAY DELIGHTS- Dec 4. SUNDAY.NWFSC Madrigals and Belle Voci Christmas Concert. Tyler Recital Hall at 3 PM for concert then gourmet dessert & coffee in the Art Gallery .  $15.  Box office: 850 729-6065 or at the door. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

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December 3

“Hometown History Saturdays-The City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park and Cultural Center (HPCC) announces the start of “Hometown History Saturdays.” On the first Saturday of each month visitors who can show a valid drivers license with a Fort Walton Beach address will receive admission at a reduced rate of $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for children.   The museums of HPCC include the Indian Temple Mound Museum which is open on Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:30pm; the Camp Walton Schoolhouse and the Garnier Post Office Museums which are open on Saturdays from 1:00-3:00pm.  This reduced admission is paid at the Indian Temple Mound Museum and will allow entrance to all three museums.  The reduced rate will not apply to educational programs taking place on Saturdays.   Heritage Park and Cultural Center is located at 139 SE Miracle Strip Parkway and is open 6 days a week.  For current hours or additional information please contact museum staff at 850.833.9595.  www.fwb.org

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December 5

NICEVILLE H.S. CHORUS CHRISTMAS CONCERT- Dec 5. MONDAY.7 PM. Mainstage. For tickets and information: Mike Dye at NHS.

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December 9

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS HONORS RECITAL-Dec 9. FRIDAY. 3 PM. Tyler Recital Hall.  Free admission. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

NFSO CONDUCTOR’S PRE CONCERT TALK-.Dec 9. FRIDAY. 6:30 PM. Tyler Hall. Free admission. . NFSO & NFSC CHRISTMAS CONCERT. Mainstage. 7:30 PM. $22.50.    Box office: 850 729-6000 or at the door. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

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December 10

Yule of Yesteryear with Holiday Victorian Tea- December 10 at 1:30 For more information go to: www.heritagemuseum.com

JUNIOR ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT-Dec 10. SATURDAY11 AM. Tyler Recital Hall.  Free admission . Liz Aylor for information : mastringteacher@cox.net

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December 11

NWFYOUTH ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT-Dec11. SUNDAY. 3 PM. Mainstage. Donations at door. Liz Aylor for information : imastringteacher@cox.net

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December 15

PETER WHITE JAZZ CONCERT- Dec15. THURSDAY.  7:30 PM. Mainstage. Reserved seating: $40 & $80. Box office: 850 729-6000 or at the door if not sold out. For more information:  Delores Merrill , merrilld@nwfsc.edu or 850 729-6065.

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December 17

MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies- New Orleans Music at its Best on 17 Dec 2011  at 7:30PM at the FWB Civic Auditorium. Web: emeraldcoastconcerts.com