Author: Kay Phelan

Destin Desserts 2016

Destin Desserts Photos by Kay Phelan The Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle held their 5th Annual Destin Desserts on January 22 at The Palms, where area chefs showcased their talents by creating original desserts utilizing Girl Scout cookies as…

Bluegrass at The Beach 2015

Bluegrass at the Beach Sept. 12 Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation marked its 20th anniversary by presenting the area’s first bluegrass festival. This family-friendly celebration of music and culture featured eight award-winning bluegrass local, regional and national music acts, youth crafts, an interactive music wall, dramatic…

Heart Ball

Heart Ball May 9, 2015 An elegant celebration was enjoyed by all at the 2015 Walton/Okaloosa Heart Ball at the Palms of Destin. Proceeds from generous gala goers will go to the American Heart Association to help fight heart disease…

Emerald Coast Cattle Barons Ball Branding Party

Emerald Coast Cattle Barons’ Ball Branding Party Oct. 22, 2014 Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Destin was the perfect place for a branding pre-party for the 8th annual Cattle Barons’ Ball hoedown set for March 14 at Sandestin Golf and…

Mattie Kelly Celebrity Server Luncheon

Mattie Kelly Celebrity Server Luncheon Sept. 24, 2014 Strawberry Shortcake, Woody, Little Red Riding Hood, Mary Poppins and many more made Bonefish Grill abuzz with excitement at Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s Celebrity Server luncheon. The event raised $18,000 (thanks to…

Smoke on the Coast BBQ and Fireworks Festival

Smoke on the Coast BBQ and Fireworks Festival July 3, 2014 The opening of 22 stores and restaurants in Destin Commons was cause for celebration. The fourth annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ event was the perfect way for locals…

A Tribute to George Rodrigue

A Tribute to George Rodrigue Nov. 7, 2013 The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) hosted an unusual evening of art and music at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. The evening included a gourmet wine dinner prepared by…