Events in December 2026

Career Source Money Management

Money management educational event

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Tot Art

Tuesday, Dec 1st at 10am ; Join us for a Tot Art lesson. We will be creating art with various mediums. Please dress for mess. This lesson is for ages 0-4. Please Register https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming *Please arrive no later than 10min after the event starts to ensure your place is held.

Christmas Market - Shop Local!

ADSO’s ARTS and CRAFTS CHRISTMAS MARKET December 1-18, 2026. Market hours: Tue-Fri 12 pm-4 pm; Sat 1 pm–4 pm Closed Sun-Mon

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Lawyers in Libraries

Do you have legal questions? Lawyers with Legal Services of North Florida will be at the Fort Walton Beach Library on the second Monday of the month from 10AM-12PM to help This is a community event. Please reach out to Legal Services of North Florida at (850) 701-4251 for more information.

Knitting and Crochet Group

Come join a group of knitting and crochet hobbyist, make friends, and share ideas with fellow creatives! Meeting weekly!, All skill levels welcome. One on one instruction available upon request.

Mahjong

Come join the Games Club for a fun and friendly time of learning the game of American Mahjong, based on the traditional Chinese game. We will teach you strategy and the rules as you use tiles to build a hand - a certain combination of tiles to get Mahjong. You will make straights, three-, four- and five-of-a-kinds, sets of dragons and flowers and other combinations with tiles. Players of all levels and beginners are welcome.No experience needed. All tiles will be provided. First Tuesday afternoons of every month from 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. This is a library program. Please reach out to our libr

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Story Time: Animals & Hibernation

Join us for an age appropriate story time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-10:30am. Mon- Ages 0-5 Wed- All Ages Fri-Ages 0-3 This week we are reading stories about animals and hibernation! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, readokaloosa.org

Ages 3-5 Storytime Class

- Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open 1 week prior to each class. -Younger siblings and older children welcome. -Start in the Story Room. -Stories, music, movement and a craft about: 9/2 or 9/3 Chickens 9/9/ or 9/10 Cats 9/16 only Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 9/23 or 9/24 Elephants 9/30 or 10/1 Fall 10/7 or 10/8 Robot 10/14 or 10/15 Silly 10/21 or 10/22 Farm Fun 10/28 or 10/29 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/4 o

Adult Literacy

Why wait any longer? Right now is "the right time" to learn to read better! If you or someone you know has been missing out on all the finer points of reading; unable to fully communicate through correspondence; embarrassed to let anyone know that they cannot read; or wants to improve their reading skills, we are here to help., Classes are offered weekly., Ages 18 and up.

Ages 6-11 Storytime Class

First and third Wednesdays at 10 a.m. (Start in the Meeting Room.) -Pick up from the Story Room at 11 a.m. -Pre-register on our online calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or “fly stand-by”. Registration opens one week before each class. -Caregivers are welcome to visit once and get a feel for the class. After that, please enjoy the library until 11. If your child is not comfortable coming alone, please attend the Ages 3-5 Class with your child. Craft, books, and Madlibs about: 9/2 Chickens 9/16 Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 10/7 Ro

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Story Time will have songs and stories to encourage a lifelong love of learning. No registration is required and older siblings are welcome. Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards!

Preschool Storytime

Join Ms. Meghan on Wednesday mornings for stories and songs geared for children ages 3-6. After storytime, children can choose to stay and play with blocks, playdoh, or kinetic sand. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Crafts and Chats

Join us at the library every Wednesday for Crafts & Chats! Every other week features a planned craft, but you’re always welcome to bring your own project and work alongside others. Whether you’re following along or doing your own thing, it’s a relaxed space to get creative and connect! Families and Kids welcome!

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Life Skills

This class series is designed to teach ages 13 and up basic skills that will help them in life. , Meets on the first Wednesday of the month, and covers a different topic each class, bringing in experts from the community to help teach. Come to all or pick and choose. , Classes are free, and all supplies (if needed) are provided, but donations are welcome. Life skills will cover: Sep 2, 2026- How to rock this school year Oct 7, 2026- How to defend yourself Nov 4, 2026- How to prevent fires Dec 2, 2026- How to not crash out over the holidays Jan 6, 2027- How to be safe online Feb 3, 2027- How to

LEGO Colorful Creators

Dec 2nd from 3pm-4pm the Colorful Creators will meet for LEGO free play/creation time. This is for children in grades K-8 (ages 5-14). This is supervised creative time for kids to build by themselves or with friends.

Daniel's Ballad, A Folk Opera

A musical presentation of stories from the Old Testament Book of Daniel by local musicians; free, with offerings benefiting St. Simon's outreach programs.

Destin Board of Adjustment

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Gulfarium UNDERWATER: The Living Sea Experience

Destin Christmas Tree Lighting

Tax Practitioners 2-Day Seminar

Join us for an action-packed two-day event designed to keep you informed, connected, and ahead of the curve in the evolving world of taxes!

Lapsit Storytime (pre-walkers)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Join us every Thursday at 9:30 am!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of song & dance, stories, movements, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor. A limited number of floor cushions will be available for children and chairs are available for adults. Cushions from home are welcome!

Ages 3-5 Storytime Class

- Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open 1 week prior to each class. -Younger siblings and older children welcome. -Start in the Story Room. -Stories, music, movement and a craft about: 9/2 or 9/3 Chickens 9/9/ or 9/10 Cats 9/16 only Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 9/23 or 9/24 Elephants 9/30 or 10/1 Fall 10/7 or 10/8 Robot 10/14 or 10/15 Silly 10/21 or 10/22 Farm Fun 10/28 or 10/29 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/4 o

Coffee with the City Manager

The City of Fort Walton Beach's City Manager, Jason Davis, wants to meet YOU! Get to know him, his vision for the City and have your voice heard over a hot cup of coffee. This is a community event. Please reach out to the City of Fort Walton Beach Public Information Office at 850-833-9513 or pr@fwb.org for more information. Thank you Tom Tona and the Florida Place Food Trucks for providing delicious coffee!

Toddlers Storytime (walkers up to age 3)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This storytime is for little ones who are mobile up to 3 years of age plus their parent/caregiver. Join us every Thursday at 10:30 am!

3 - 6 yrs old Story Time

Story Time will have songs, stories, and activities to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Older and younger siblings are welcome! Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards! No registration required.

Wiggle Wyrms

Join us on Thursday mornings at 10:30am for our baby/toddler storytime! During this relaxed storytime, we will read books, dance, and sing. After stories, families are welcome to stay and play with the provided toys. This storytime is for ages 0-3. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Crafty Corner

The first Crafty Corner of the month will be on Dec 3rd at 11am. We will be making a Holiday craft. This activity is for ages 12 and up. Space is limited so please register at: https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming

Mystery by the Book Club

Join us to discuss mystery and detective novels. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or llink@fwb.org) for more information.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Anime Club

Every Thursday at 3:00pm-4:00pm, The Library's Anime Club will meet to watch anime. The Anime will be rated from G to PG13 & TV14 . There will also be an assortment of manga on hand to read as well. Ages 11-17years old ( middle school & high school)

Destin Local Planning Agency

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Fort Walton Beach Local Planning Agency

Regular Meeting of the Local Planning Agency. Open to the public.

Paralandra & Major Moment

The Linkin Park Experience

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Story Time: Animals & Hibernation

Join us for an age appropriate story time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10am-10:30am. Mon- Ages 0-5 Wed- All Ages Fri-Ages 0-3 This week we are reading stories about animals and hibernation! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, readokaloosa.org

Page Turners Book Club

📖 November : The Spectacular by Fiona Davis — Fiction, 📖 December : A Guardian and a Thief by Megha Majumdar — Fiction, 📖 January : How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley — Fiction, Please note: January’s meeting will be held on the 2nd Friday due to the holiday. , 📖 February : Catch the Devil: A True Story of Murder, Deception, and Injustice on the Gulf Coast by Pamela Colloff — Nonfiction, 📖 March : Heartwood by Amity Gaige — Fiction, This is our “Choose the Books” meeting! , 📖 April : Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home by Stephen Starrin

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Teen Time

Grades 6-12 come hang out with others and play various video and board games! Each week there is a different theme/program, see below schedule. 1st Friday: Art - Diamond Painting 2nd Friday: Gaming- Switch, VR, and board games 3rd Friday: Special event - Murder Mystery: Horror on the Haunted House Tour Recommended for 13+ 4th Friday: Movie and Puzzle 9-12th grade Dungeons and Dragons - Character sheet and parents' permission required 5th Friday: Halloween Party!

Hurlburt Field Tree Lighting & Winter Wonderland

Holiday celebration with games, food, and Santa appearance

Family Library Time: Noel Night

Pictures with Santa Live music by New Life International Worship Center Choir and you (karaoke!) A Christmas craft Dreidel (a Hanukkah game) Advent, menorah and kinara candle scavenger hunt Light refreshments provided and served by our Friends

Holiday Pops – A Candlelight Christmas

Holiday Christmas performance by Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra

Jeffery Nothing (Ex MushroomHead Vocalist)

Crestview Christmas Parade

The largest Christmas parade in Okaloosa County featuring a Christmas Around the World theme with floats, music, lights, and Santa.

DeFrance Christmas Open House

This annual event is held the first Saturday in December each year as our way of saying Thank You to our customers. Our vendors also have sales going on throughout the store.

Niceville Valparaiso Christmas Parade

Get ready for the Niceville Valparaiso Community Christmas Parade sponsored by the Niceville Valparaiso Rotary Club! Save the date: Saturday, December 5, 2026 @ 10:00am The Them

Scoops with Santa

-Visit & Photos with Santa -Hot cocoa -Facepainting Donations benefit unpaid Okaloosa County School Lunches

St. Nick's Mistletoe Market

A cozy, festive community market of local vendors and kidpreneurs selling handmade crafts, home goods, art, baked treats and gifts. No admission. Repeats: Sat Dec 5 12-6, Sun Dec 6 10-2.

Relay for Rescue

Seven animal welfare organizations join forces for the Emerald Coast's inaugural Relay for Rescue -- a scavenger hunt and relay tasks to raise money for each cause. $40 to participate; 21+.

Fort Walton Beach Christmas Parade

Annual Christmas parade featuring decorated floats, local school marching bands, cheerleading squads, dance groups, and community organizations.

St. Nicholas Christmas Breakfast & Market

Mark your calendars for a morning of Christmas cheer, delicious food, and holiday shopping! Join the Saint Mary Catholic School PTO for our Saint Nicholas Christmas Breakfast & Ma

Santa Paws: Bark Street Market

Women of Impact on the Emerald Coast

Women of Impact celebrates women who are making a meaningful difference in the community through leadership, service, and advocacy.

Live Music Sundays x Sinfonia Gulf Coast

Sinfonia Gulf Coast x Destin Commons present the Sunday Series of live musical performances.

Crestview Christmas Parade

A Storybook Christmas theme featuring tree lighting at 5pm, parade with over 100 entries including marching bands, floats, horses, and Santa. Free admission and parking

Chanukah Celebration at HarborWalk Village

Color at the Library (All Month Long!)

All Month we will have fun coloring sheets & a sketch book in our Early Reader section and our Juniors section. Come color and create, leave some art for us to hang to brighten our Library and also take some home. Happy Coloring!!

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Niceville Messy Monday at Children's Park

Babytime

Lapsit Storytime for ages 0-2. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of songs, stories, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor with each baby in an adult's lap. A limited number of floor cushions and chairs will be available to make adults more comfortable. Cushions from home are welcome!

Tech Time

Tech Time; Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm. Need help with your device? Have tech questions? We are here to help! Appointments are suggested; help for walk-ins will be contingent on staff availability. For appointments call 850-729-5406 or e-mail Valplibrary@gmail.com

All About Books Book Club

Do you like to meet with others to discuss books you've read? Are you looking for new ideas of books to read? Then All About Books is the book club for you! Meet new friends and share your thoughts with light refreshments while discussing the book of the month. All kinds of fiction genres and non-fiction are included. All About Books meets on the third Monday of every month. Books are available through the library and through our ebook platform, Libby, on www.readokaloosa.org.

It's A Mystery Book Club!

The Mystery Book Club meets once a month, except December to discuss mystery books or crime fiction, a genre that fictionalizes crimes, detection and their motives . The Mystery Book Club meets on the first Monday of each month from 10:30-11:30am.

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Justice on the Block: Free Legal Help

Legal Services of North Florida will offer free legal help on the 1st Monday of each month. Areas of law include housing issues, wills and estates, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant, domestic violence, title clearing, family law, and other civil legal issues. Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis and is based on lawyer availability. Please bring documentation and paperwork related to your legal question. For more information, please visit www.lsnf.org . Questions? Call (850) 862-3279.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Youth Chess

Calling all budding chess players!, Youth Chess Club meets every Monday evening 3-4:30 PM., It is designed to teach all the wonderful new chess players how to play or to play better. There is no better way to foster a love of the game and to meet new friends than to come to chess club, strategize the afternoon away and plan your next move.

Chess Club

Attention Chess Players, Chess Club meets every Monday evening 4:30-6 PM., If you're a beginner or intermediate come and learn to play, or to play better. If you are advanced or a chess master, come, play and help those who are not as advanced learn to play better!

Crestview Christmas Parade

Annual Christmas parade with theme 'A Storybook Christmas', floats, marching bands, and performers

Destin City Council Meeting

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Regular Meeting (North) of the Board of County Commissioners. Open to the public.

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Craft & Chat

Don't miss your chance to Craft & Chat on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month from 11 am - 1 pm. Bring along your latest creative project to work on as you share ideas, spark inspiration, and connect with fellow crafters. Treats will be provided by the Friends of the Niceville Library, but feel free to pack a sack lunch if you’d like.

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Knitting and Crochet Group

Come join a group of knitting and crochet hobbyist, make friends, and share ideas with fellow creatives! Meeting weekly!, All skill levels welcome. One on one instruction available upon request.

Games Club

Everyone is welcome to join us for an afternoon of tabletop, board, and card games with other adults! This is a self-directed library program. There is no designated host or facilitator—this is open game board time for anyone who would like to stop in and play the board games we have available or ones they bring themselves.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Destin Public Works Public Safety

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Destin Writers' Group

The Destin Writers' Group is a fun, informal space for writers of all genres no matter if you're just starting out or have written for years. The only requirement to join is an active email address. Meetings are every other Tuesday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. If you are interested, contact Amy at destinwritersgroup@gmail.com for more information.

Yule of Yesteryear

FREE annual holiday event celebrating Christmas traditions of yesteryear

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Adult Literacy

Why wait any longer? Right now is "the right time" to learn to read better! If you or someone you know has been missing out on all the finer points of reading; unable to fully communicate through correspondence; embarrassed to let anyone know that they cannot read; or wants to improve their reading skills, we are here to help., Classes are offered weekly., Ages 18 and up.

Ages 3-5 Storytime Class

- Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open 1 week prior to each class. -Younger siblings and older children welcome. -Start in the Story Room. -Stories, music, movement and a craft about: 9/2 or 9/3 Chickens 9/9/ or 9/10 Cats 9/16 only Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 9/23 or 9/24 Elephants 9/30 or 10/1 Fall 10/7 or 10/8 Robot 10/14 or 10/15 Silly 10/21 or 10/22 Farm Fun 10/28 or 10/29 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/4 o

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Story Time will have songs and stories to encourage a lifelong love of learning. No registration is required and older siblings are welcome. Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards!

Preschool Storytime

Join Ms. Meghan on Wednesday mornings for stories and songs geared for children ages 3-6. After storytime, children can choose to stay and play with blocks, playdoh, or kinetic sand. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Crafts and Chats

Join us at the library every Wednesday for Crafts & Chats! Every other week features a planned craft, but you’re always welcome to bring your own project and work alongside others. Whether you’re following along or doing your own thing, it’s a relaxed space to get creative and connect! Families and Kids welcome!

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Destin Harbor CRA Advisory Committee

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Lapsit Storytime (pre-walkers)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Join us every Thursday at 9:30 am!

Justice on the Block

Have legal questions? Come to the Destin Library and ask away at Justice on the Block - the FREE Legal Clinic! Assistance will be provided on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 10am to 12pm . Walk-ins are welcome! Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to availability. Please bring documentation & paperwork related to your legal question.

Ages 3-5 Storytime Class

- Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open 1 week prior to each class. -Younger siblings and older children welcome. -Start in the Story Room. -Stories, music, movement and a craft about: 9/2 or 9/3 Chickens 9/9/ or 9/10 Cats 9/16 only Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 9/23 or 9/24 Elephants 9/30 or 10/1 Fall 10/7 or 10/8 Robot 10/14 or 10/15 Silly 10/21 or 10/22 Farm Fun 10/28 or 10/29 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/4 o

Art at the Library

Thursday the 10th at 10am & Monday the 21st at 4pm; Join us for Art at the Library. We will be using acrylic paint, as it can stain clothes please dress for mess! This lesson is for ages 5 and up. Please Register https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming *Please arrive no later than 10min after the event starts to ensure your place is held.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of song & dance, stories, movements, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor. A limited number of floor cushions will be available for children and chairs are available for adults. Cushions from home are welcome!

Medicare 101

Does navigating Medicare have you all at sea? Do you have trouble understanding your options, coverage, and rights? Kevin Smithers will make sense of it all and guide you to meet your specific needs. This is a community event. Please reach out to Kevin Smithers at rksmithers59@gmail.com for more information.

3 - 6 yrs old Story Time

Story Time will have songs, stories, and activities to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Older and younger siblings are welcome! Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards! No registration required.

Toddlers Storytime (walkers up to age 3)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This storytime is for little ones who are mobile up to 3 years of age plus their parent/caregiver. Join us every Thursday at 10:30 am!

Wiggle Wyrms

Join us on Thursday mornings at 10:30am for our baby/toddler storytime! During this relaxed storytime, we will read books, dance, and sing. After stories, families are welcome to stay and play with the provided toys. This storytime is for ages 0-3. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Anime Club

Every Thursday at 3:00pm-4:00pm, The Library's Anime Club will meet to watch anime. The Anime will be rated from G to PG13 & TV14 . There will also be an assortment of manga on hand to read as well. Ages 11-17years old ( middle school & high school)

Lego Free Play

Ages 5-17 Come build to your heart's content using the Legos provided and have fun with other Lego enthusiasts. Younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult and/or older sibling. All Lego creations will be displayed around the Library.

Holiday Pops: Hark! feat. The Broadway Boys

The Broadway Boys join Sinfonia Gulf Coast for a high-energy Holiday Pops concert. Tickets $45-$69.50; students/military $25.

Celtic Angels Christmas

Christmas performance by Celtic Angels

HUNKS The Show

Thunderstruck

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Read It & Eat It : Cookbook Club

We will get together once a month to pick recipes from our book selections of the month. Every 4 th month, we will bring our favorite recipe from the previous three monthly challenges for a potluck. December we will select recipes for cookies and other treats from various selections of recipe books. Let's get inspired for holiday cookie season!

Homeschool Day - Christmas Party

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Bongo’s! Grab your homeschool friends and join us for a holly jolly Homeschool Christmas Party packed with festive fun!

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Teen Time

Grades 6-12 come hang out with others and play various video and board games! Each week there is a different theme/program, see below schedule. 1st Friday: Art - Diamond Painting 2nd Friday: Gaming- Switch, VR, and board games 3rd Friday: Special event - Murder Mystery: Horror on the Haunted House Tour Recommended for 13+ 4th Friday: Movie and Puzzle 9-12th grade Dungeons and Dragons - Character sheet and parents' permission required 5th Friday: Halloween Party!

Game Night Throwdown

Held on Hurlburt Field, a military installation. Check base access requirements before you go. Quarterly Game Night Throwdown is HERE! Think you’ve got what it takes to dominate the competition?

Reindeer Dash 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Brought to you by Run With It… On Saturday, December 12th at 8am find your Holiday Happy and help out Fort Walton Beach Fire Department's Toy Drive at the Reindeer Dash 5K/1 Mile F

11th Annual Niceville Ugly Sweater Run/Walk

Put on your worst or tackiest holiday apparel for the 11th Annual Niceville Ugly Sweater Run/Walk 5K, benefiting the NHS Track + Field Facilities Fund. 1-mile kids' fun run at 8:30 am.

Destin Christmas Parade

Flashback to 1984 theme featuring floats, marching bands, dance troupes, fire trucks, and Santa. Free to attend

Merry Market

Meet Santa & The Grinch!! Enjoy Festive Music!

Crestview R.E.A.D. - Reading Education Assistance Dogs

Experience one-on-one reading with trained therapy dog, Hattie! Each child gets 20 minutes to read with the therapy dog. Registration is required. You must sign up at the library or by calling 850-682-4432, ask for Ms. Augusta or the Youth Services Librarian. Sign-up opens on the Tuesday after the last class. Suggested ages: 4-12. The child should be able to read or already be learning to read. Parents must remain with their children.

Garnier Beach Garden Club

Calling all horticulture aficionados! The Garnier Beach Garden Club presents in-depth talks and demonstrations about plants and gardening from local gardeners. These presentations are open to anyone wanting to dig deeper and grow their knowledge of gardening! This is a community event. Please reach out to the Garnier Beach Garden Club at https://gardenclubsnwfl.com/local-clubs/garnier-beach/ for more information.

Okaloosa Library - GEMS Workshop (Girls Empowered with Math and Science)

Workshop by puffinologist Jill Taylor for girls ages 8-15

A Very Niceville Christmas

The Niceville Municipal Complex transforms into a bustling winter wonderland from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Saturday, December 12th, for the annual A Very Niceville Christmas celebration. This year’s event promises frosty fun for the whole family, with hayrides, pony rides, food trucks, craft vendors, photo ops, hot cocoa, a cake walk, and more!

Winter Wonderland

Games and movies for kids, raffles, food trucks, and local vendors.

Holly Jolly Holiday Market on the Harbor

Holiday market with crafts, live music, and Santa visit

Destin Harbor Boat Parade

Festively decorated boats parade through Destin Harbor

Mistletoe Market

Holiday market at HarborWalk Village on the day of the Destin Boat Parade, which ends with a fireworks finale over the harbor.

Destin Harbor Lighted Boat Parade

38th Annual Holiday on the Harbor with illuminated boats, fishing vessels, yachts, and private boats parading through the harbor, followed by fireworks

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Tech Time

Tech Time; Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm. Need help with your device? Have tech questions? We are here to help! Appointments are suggested; help for walk-ins will be contingent on staff availability. For appointments call 850-729-5406 or e-mail Valplibrary@gmail.com

Babytime

Lapsit Storytime for ages 0-2. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of songs, stories, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor with each baby in an adult's lap. A limited number of floor cushions and chairs will be available to make adults more comfortable. Cushions from home are welcome!

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Laurel Hill Christmas Parade

14th annual Christmas parade

Youth Chess

Calling all budding chess players!, Youth Chess Club meets every Monday evening 3-4:30 PM., It is designed to teach all the wonderful new chess players how to play or to play better. There is no better way to foster a love of the game and to meet new friends than to come to chess club, strategize the afternoon away and plan your next move.

'Polar Express' - All Ages Movie with Cookies and Coco!

Join us Monday December 14th at 3:30pm for a family movie. The Valparaiso Library will be showing, 'The Polar Express' (rated 'G').

Chess Club

Attention Chess Players, Chess Club meets every Monday evening 4:30-6 PM., If you're a beginner or intermediate come and learn to play, or to play better. If you are advanced or a chess master, come, play and help those who are not as advanced learn to play better!

Homeschool Academy: Watershed Investigation

December 14th & 15th: Watershed Investigation* Every drop has a story to tell! Students will become watershed investigators as they gather evidence, solve an environmental mystery,

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Ages 0-2 Storytime Class

- Tuesdays at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. in the Story Room -Register and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by." We often have room. -Older children welcome -Short story, music and movement about: 9/1 Chickens 9/8 Cats 9/15 Fish 9/22 Elephants 9/29 Fall 10/6 Robot 10/13 Silly 10/20 Farm Fun 10/27 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/3 Bugs 11/10 Kindness 11/17 Octopus 11/24 Thanksgiving 12/1 Winter 12/8 Hanukkah 12/15 Christmas

Tot Art

Tuesday, Dec 15th at 10am ; Join us for a Tot Art lesson. We will be creating art with various mediums. Please dress for mess. This lesson is for ages 0-4. Please Register https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming *Please arrive no later than 10min after the event starts to ensure your place is held.

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Canasta Club

Calling all card enthusiasts! Join us for Canasta on the third Tuesday of the month! This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or llink@fwb.org) for more information.

Knitting and Crochet Group

Come join a group of knitting and crochet hobbyist, make friends, and share ideas with fellow creatives! Meeting weekly!, All skill levels welcome. One on one instruction available upon request.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Fort Walton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency

Regular Meeting of the Community Redevelopment Agency. Open to the public.

Destin Youth Council Meeting

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Fort Walton Beach City Council Meeting

Regular Meeting of the City Council. Open to the public.

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Ages 3-5 Storytime Class

- Wednesdays or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open 1 week prior to each class. -Younger siblings and older children welcome. -Start in the Story Room. -Stories, music, movement and a craft about: 9/2 or 9/3 Chickens 9/9/ or 9/10 Cats 9/16 only Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 9/23 or 9/24 Elephants 9/30 or 10/1 Fall 10/7 or 10/8 Robot 10/14 or 10/15 Silly 10/21 or 10/22 Farm Fun 10/28 or 10/29 Halloween - Wear a non-scary costume if you'd like 11/4 o

Ladies Leadership Luncheon: THE WOMEN WHO MADE THE YEAR

Celebrating fierce women leaders who crushed it this year—join us for lunch, laughs, and big inspo!

Adult Literacy

Why wait any longer? Right now is "the right time" to learn to read better! If you or someone you know has been missing out on all the finer points of reading; unable to fully communicate through correspondence; embarrassed to let anyone know that they cannot read; or wants to improve their reading skills, we are here to help., Classes are offered weekly., Ages 18 and up.

Ages 6-11 Storytime Class

First and third Wednesdays at 10 a.m. (Start in the Meeting Room.) -Pick up from the Story Room at 11 a.m. -Pre-register on our online calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or “fly stand-by”. Registration opens one week before each class. -Caregivers are welcome to visit once and get a feel for the class. After that, please enjoy the library until 11. If your child is not comfortable coming alone, please attend the Ages 3-5 Class with your child. Craft, books, and Madlibs about: 9/2 Chickens 9/16 Field Trip: To the Crestview Welcome and Adventure Center - 5131 S Ferdon Blvd 10/7 Ro

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Story Time will have songs and stories to encourage a lifelong love of learning. No registration is required and older siblings are welcome. Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards!

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Preschool Storytime

Join Ms. Meghan on Wednesday mornings for stories and songs geared for children ages 3-6. After storytime, children can choose to stay and play with blocks, playdoh, or kinetic sand. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Crafts and Chats

Join us at the library every Wednesday for Crafts & Chats! Every other week features a planned craft, but you’re always welcome to bring your own project and work alongside others. Whether you’re following along or doing your own thing, it’s a relaxed space to get creative and connect! Families and Kids welcome!

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Perk Up and Girl Scout - Informational Meet Up!

☕ Perk Up & Girl Scout Meet Up! Enjoy coffee on me while exploring volunteer opportunities, connecting with leaders, and making a difference

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

LEGO Colorful Creators

Dec 16th from 3pm-4pm the Colorful Creators will meet for LEGO free play/creation time. This is for children in grades K-8 (ages 5-14). This is supervised creative time for kids to build by themselves or with friends.

CRA Community Input

The City of Fort Walton Beach's Community Redevelopment Agency wants YOUR INPUT on how to better our downtown area! Come learn about the wonderful plans the CRA already has and voice your ideas! This is a community event. Please reach out to the CRA at 850-586-7814 for more information.

Destin Town Center Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Lapsit Storytime (pre-walkers)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This lapsit program consists of music, stories and rhymes especially chosen to build the bond between you and your child. Join us every Thursday at 9:30 am!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime for ages 3 to 5. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of song & dance, stories, movements, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor. A limited number of floor cushions will be available for children and chairs are available for adults. Cushions from home are welcome!

Toddlers Storytime (walkers up to age 3)

Give them a head start: Storytime attendance increases reading, listening and motor skills, attention span, music and rhythm, social development and so much more. , This storytime is for little ones who are mobile up to 3 years of age plus their parent/caregiver. Join us every Thursday at 10:30 am!

3 - 6 yrs old Story Time

Story Time will have songs, stories, and activities to encourage a lifelong love of learning. Older and younger siblings are welcome! Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards! No registration required.

Wiggle Wyrms

Join us on Thursday mornings at 10:30am for our baby/toddler storytime! During this relaxed storytime, we will read books, dance, and sing. After stories, families are welcome to stay and play with the provided toys. This storytime is for ages 0-3. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Ages 0-5 Music & Movement

Third Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. - Register on this calendar and arrive on time for a guaranteed spot or "fly stand-by". Registration will open the month prior to each class. - For Ages 0-5. Older children and siblings are welcome. -In the Story Room. Our class is designed to spark joy through music and movement while introducing basic musical concepts like rhythm, tempo, pitch, and dynamics. We want to encourage children to move and engage with their classmates and music.

Crafty Corner

The Second Crafty Corner of the month will be on Dec 17th at 11am. Join us for the last Crafty of 2026! We will be making crafts with our supplies left over from the past year. We will have many different projects to choose from.This activity is for ages 12 and up. Space is limited so please register at: https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming

Novel Idea Book Club

The Novel Idea Book Club meets every third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m., We focus on a variety of fiction titles with an occasional nonfiction choice., Everyone is welcome to join! Please contact Sandee at skelly@cityofdestin.com or call at 850-837-8572 if you would like to join or for more information.

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Anime Club

Every Thursday at 3:00pm-4:00pm, The Library's Anime Club will meet to watch anime. The Anime will be rated from G to PG13 & TV14 . There will also be an assortment of manga on hand to read as well. Ages 11-17years old ( middle school & high school)

Cookie Crawl Crumbs of Joy

Holiday-themed cookie-tasting community event

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

"Jolabokaflod!" Christmas Book Flood 2026!

This is the 2026 Book Flood! Cozying up with a good book and steaming mug of hot cocoa is how Icelanders have spent their Christmas Eve since WWII when paper was one of the few things not rationed.

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Homeschool Meet-Up

Friday December 18th, from Noon-1pm at the Home School Meet-up We have GAME DAY!! We will have video games, card games, table top games, and board games. No registration required. AGES 6+

Sensory Storytime Class

- first 15 children each class (preference given to Early Steps families but everyone is welcome) Registration is encouraged but not required -For ages 0-3 -older children welcome if they want to be there -short story, music, movement, and sensory stay and play. Sensory Storytime is for all children and all abilities. -in partnership with Early Steps

Teen Hang-Out

Teens, ages 11-17 , are welcome to join us at our Teen Hang-out! Teen Hang-Out is Monday-Friday on School Days, 2:00-3:00. We will have activities available every day, but there is also plenty of room to do homework or just "hang-out" with friends.

Teen Time

Grades 6-12 come hang out with others and play various video and board games! Each week there is a different theme/program, see below schedule. 1st Friday: Art - Diamond Painting 2nd Friday: Gaming- Switch, VR, and board games 3rd Friday: Special event - Murder Mystery: Horror on the Haunted House Tour Recommended for 13+ 4th Friday: Movie and Puzzle 9-12th grade Dungeons and Dragons - Character sheet and parents' permission required 5th Friday: Halloween Party!

An Enchanted Yule Market

The Enchanted Yule Market is set for Friday, December 18, from 5:00–9:00 PM at Lou Lou Beans Gift Shop Crestview, FL hosted by Moon Garden Apothecary Join us for an enchanting even

Josh Davis Live at Eagles Nest

CRESTVIEW — We’re bringing outlaw country back to the Nest. Josh Davis returns to Eagles Nest on the Blackwater for three big nights of high-energy outlaw country — full solo acou

Lego Free Play!

Dive into thousands of LEGO pieces at the Mary Esther Library! , Join us for LEGO Free Play—no registration required. We have a variety of LEGO pieces and mini figures. Bring your ideas to life! Larger blocks are also available for younger siblings.

Niceville Library Writers Group

Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Led by Beverly Hill and Joanna Bixler, this group’s goal is to equip and encourage writers through instruction, hands-on writing exercises, and critique so the individuals may attain the level of craft they desire, whether for pleasure or publication.

R.E.A.D. - Reading Education Assistance Dogs

Experience one-on-one reading with a trained therapy dog! Each child gets 20 minutes to read with the therapy dog. Registration is required. You must sign up at the library or by calling (850) 833-9590. Sign-up opens on the first business day of the month. Suggested ages: 4-12. The child should be able to read or already learning to read. Parents must remain with their children. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Wreaths Across America Day Ceremony -- Heritage Gardens

The Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter, NSDAR helps Heritage Gardens remember and honor veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on their graves; wreath placement immediately follows the ceremony and the public may volunteer to participate.

The Hogwarts Christmas Market

HOGWARTS CHRISTMAS MARKET IS COMING! Grab your robes, dust off your wands, and get ready for a magical Christmas at Hogwarts!

Candlelight: Christmas Classics

Classical Christmas music performed by candlelight

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

String ensemble performing Christmas carols by candlelight

Bubbles & Brunch: Merry Mingle Edition X Birdie

New to Birdie? Start with our newcomers Bubbles & Brunch!

Santa's Departure Send Off

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Babytime

Lapsit Storytime for ages 0-2. Join our Children's Librarian, Miss Sadie , for a morning of songs, stories, music, and toys! Storytime will take place on the floor with each baby in an adult's lap. A limited number of floor cushions and chairs will be available to make adults more comfortable. Cushions from home are welcome!

Tech Time

Tech Time; Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm. Need help with your device? Have tech questions? We are here to help! Appointments are suggested; help for walk-ins will be contingent on staff availability. For appointments call 850-729-5406 or e-mail Valplibrary@gmail.com

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Winter Workshops at the Emerald Coast Science Center

Seasonal hands-on workshops December 21-23 and 28-30; museum open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with workshop activities starting at 10:30 a.m. $15. Repeats: Dec 21-23 and Dec 28-30.

Local Author Registration! Mary Esther Library Author Book Flood!

To celebrate the 2026 Book Flood, this year we'll have a holiday Local Author Book Flood celebration on Monday, Dec 21st from 3pm-5pm. This form is for Local Authors to use to register for the event. Mary Esther Public Library wanted to offer a casual platform in a group setting for area writers to interact with readers. As a casual event, we will offer authors a space at a table and invite our patrons to visit. Here's more about the tradition of Book Flood: enjoying a good book and steaming mug of hot cocoa on long winter nights is how Icelanders have spent their Christmas Eve since WWII when

2026 Local Author Book Flood! (Book Signing and Meet and Greet!)

To celebrate the 2026 Book Flood, this year we'll have a holiday Local Author Book Flood celebration on Monday, Dec 21st from 3pm-5pm. Your friends and family will love book gifts from Local Area Authors!

Youth Chess

Calling all budding chess players!, Youth Chess Club meets every Monday evening 3-4:30 PM., It is designed to teach all the wonderful new chess players how to play or to play better. There is no better way to foster a love of the game and to meet new friends than to come to chess club, strategize the afternoon away and plan your next move.

Art at the Library

Thursday December 10th at 10am & Monday December 21st at 4pm; Join us for Art at the Library. We will be using acrylic paint on this project. Please dress for mess! This lesson is for ages 5 and up. Register https://okaloosa.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming *Please arrive no later than 10min after the event starts to ensure your place is held.

Chess Club

Attention Chess Players, Chess Club meets every Monday evening 4:30-6 PM., If you're a beginner or intermediate come and learn to play, or to play better. If you are advanced or a chess master, come, play and help those who are not as advanced learn to play better!

Fiberarts Circle

Join our crochet and knitting group. This a social circle of creation. You can learn how to knit and/or crochet, or just come for the enjoyment of watching and company. We have some yarn to help get you started on your new creation. You will need crochet or knitting needles. There are starter kits that you can purchase at local stores if you desire Come see what it is all about! Join the 3rd Monday every month at 5 p.m.

Destin City Council Meeting

A public meeting of the City of Destin.

Acrylic Art Class

Dec 22nd at 11am the Valparaiso Library will have a special Winter themed Acrylic Art Class for ages 12 and up. We will be using acrylic paint on canvas to create a work of art! Space is limited, please register at okaloosa.librarycalendar.com

Craft & Chat

Don't miss your chance to Craft & Chat on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month from 11 am - 1 pm. Bring along your latest creative project to work on as you share ideas, spark inspiration, and connect with fellow crafters. Treats will be provided by the Friends of the Niceville Library, but feel free to pack a sack lunch if you’d like.

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Knitting and Crochet Group

Come join a group of knitting and crochet hobbyist, make friends, and share ideas with fellow creatives! Meeting weekly!, All skill levels welcome. One on one instruction available upon request.

Games Club

Everyone is welcome to join us for an afternoon of tabletop, board, and card games with other adults! This is a self-directed library program. There is no designated host or facilitator—this is open game board time for anyone who would like to stop in and play the board games we have available or ones they bring themselves.

Parks & Recreation Committee

Fourth Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m.

Destin Writers' Group

The Destin Writers' Group is a fun, informal space for writers of all genres no matter if you're just starting out or have written for years. The only requirement to join is an active email address. Meetings are every other Tuesday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. If you are interested, contact Amy at destinwritersgroup@gmail.com for more information.

Music & Me

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am - 10:00 am for Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary. Mondays are for 0-5, Wednesdays ALL AGES are welcome, and Fridays are for 0-3 year olds. The following Story Time does have an age requirement see Story Time Registration for more info. Come and join Music & Me with Mrs. Hillary for a fun interactive class geared toward introducing musical concepts and movements to children. Registration is required at readokaloosa.org

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Story Time will have songs and stories to encourage a lifelong love of learning. No registration is required and older siblings are welcome. Enjoy free play and socialization afterwards!

Stay & play

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after Story Time from 10:30am-11:00am for socialization and playtime! The children can meet new friends and get their energy out through play while their caregivers stay and socialize.

Preschool Storytime

Join Ms. Meghan on Wednesday mornings for stories and songs geared for children ages 3-6. After storytime, children can choose to stay and play with blocks, playdoh, or kinetic sand. Registration is required. This is a library program. Please reach out to our library (850-833-9590 or mduffey@fwb.org) for more information.

Genealogy with Larry

Larry is here to help you find your history! He will help you research and get you started on your genealogy adventure.

Crafts and Chats

Join us at the library every Wednesday for Crafts & Chats! Every other week features a planned craft, but you’re always welcome to bring your own project and work alongside others. Whether you’re following along or doing your own thing, it’s a relaxed space to get creative and connect! Families and Kids welcome!

16th Annual Round the Bay Relay and Ultra

A 36.8-mile relay and ultra around Choctawhatchee Bay through Destin, Bluewater Bay, Niceville, Valparaiso, Shalimar and Fort Walton Beach.

Noon Years Eve at HarborWalk Village

Ring in the New Year early with our daytime celebration for the whole family! A noon firecracker smoke show that fills the Destin Harbor with color.

Noon Year's Eve

Join us to ring in 2027, Science Center style! We are going to be having a festive and family-friendly celebration at our Noon Year’s Eve event!

New Years Eve Celebration at HarborWalk Village

TWO Firework Shows over the Destin Harbor, 8PM & Midnight, with our traditional Harbor ball drop ringing in the start of the new year with the Midnight show. Two bands. Free & open to the public.

First Annual Hustlers Ball

A luxury gala honoring entrepreneurs, dreamers, and changemakers who turn vision into reality.

New Year's Eve Celebration at The Boardwalk

New Year's Eve festivities with waterfront dining, live music, fireworks at 9pm and midnight