Things to Do This Week: August 12 – 18
Spice up Back to School with these cool events around the coast

1. Cajun Food Cooking Class
Monday, August 12, 2019 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. CDT | So Gourmet Pensacola
Explore this fragrant and fascinating culture through its culinary practices. The chef will walk you through a set of classic Cajun recipes. You’ll soon be adding the scrumptious dishes to your repertoire.
Learn more information here.
2. Bonjour! Basic French Class
Monday, August 12, 2019 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. CDT | Bay County Public Library
Always wanted to learn French? Come see if Genevieve is the instructor who can help you! No previous knowledge is required. Everyone who is interested in learning French is welcome
Learn more information here.
3. Alice in Wonderland by Seaside Repertory Theatre
Monday, August 12, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. CDT | Seaside Amphitheatre
Join The REP actors as they make their way through this fantasy world where the unexpected is always to be expected. The performance is complimentary for all ages!
Learn more information here.
4. Vegan Social’s Indian Vegan Buffet
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. CDT | Taste of India, Pensacola
It’s always hard to find a good vegan meal out and about. Taste of India is hosting their vegan buffet again due to popular demand! They are also creating new recipes for this special night.
Learn more information here.
5. Beach Yoga – Run & Flow
Thursday, August 15, 2019 | 6:00 p.m. – 8 p.m. CDT | Oaks By The Bay, Panama City
After a long day, run and stretch your cares away by the ocean at Beach Yoga. A 1 mile run to the peaceful location precedes a 60-minute session of power yoga, followed by a light jog back.
Learn more information here.
6. Aerial Dance PC’s Paint Party
Wednesday, August 14, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. CDT | Aerial Dance PC, Panama City
Aerial Dance of Panama City is celebrating their completed repairs with a Painting Party! Pizza and soda will be provided so just bring yourself and your good attitude, pick up a brush, and help restore the studio.
Learn more information here.
7. BEACH Cleanup
Saturday, August 17, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. CDT | Half Shell Oyster House, Destin
Come down to the beach and help save the planet! The Half Shell Oyster House, the town of Destin and Coastal Community Clean up are hosting a community beach cleanup and everyone is welcome.
Learn more information here.
8. Big Kahunas Back to School Bash
Saturday, August 17, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. CDT | Big Kahunas Adventure & Water Park, Destin
The Autism Spectrum on the Emerald Coast, Inc. invites the entire special needs community to bring their families out to join them as a new school year peaks over the horizon. The park will be closed to the general public so bring a cooler with food and beverages and enjoy the day!
Learn more information here.
9. Sunday Brunch at Pescado!
Sunday, August 18, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CDT | Pescado, 74 Town Hall Road, Suite 4B, Rosemary Beach
Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar hosts Sunday Brunch from 10am-2pm this coming Sunday. Chef Ken Duenas has prepared an elegant and sophisticated brunch menu, sure to impress your taste buds, so take in the relaxing views Pescado has to offer while drinking Mimosas and Rose ́– all day. Plus, live music at 11:00 a.m.!
Learn more information here.
10. Sunday Blockbusters
Sunday, August 18, 2019 | 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CDT | Panama City Center for the Arts
Martin Theatre will be hosting a showing of “Gone with the Wind” at the Panama City Center. The classic starring Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable is a perfect movie night out for the whole family.
Learn more information here.