Upcoming events.
Bend The Bar 10th Anniversary
10-Year Anniversary Celebration at Bar Fitness Freeport!
Join us as we celebrate a decade of fitness, community, and transformation at Bar Fitness Freeport! We are thrilled to invite everyone to our 10-Year Anniversary Block Party on June 6. This milestone is not just about us, it's a celebration of all the incredible support we’ve received from our amazing community over the years.
Event Highlights:
- Week-long Celebration: Throughout the anniversary week, we’ll be offering fantastic deals for new members looking to join our fitness family, along with exciting raffles and prizes for our current members. We also will be offering half off Day passes all week long and Free Day Pass for the day of our event.
- Block Party Fun: Join us on June 6 from 4 PM to 7 PM for our Block Party! The first 150 members who walk through our doors will receive exclusive giveaways from Raw Nutrition, Revive Supps, Condemned Labz and Evogen Nutrition.
We are also offering a Free Day pass during the 4-7 time frame, so be sure to come check us out!
- Food & Entertainment: Enjoy delicious coffee that morning from Lauging Dragon Coffee Co. and enjoy delicious offerings from the Big Red Food Truck, serving tasty food from 4 PM to 7 PM. Workout to the beats of our DJ, who will keep the energy high throughout the event.
- Wellness & Samples: Stop by for discounted IV infusions from Drips IV, and don’t miss out on samples and energy drinks from HAAK Nutrition.
- Vendor Participation: Explore our other vendors who will be present, each offering unique products and experiences. More to come on this
- Raffles & Giveaways: We have an array of exciting raffle items and giveaways from local businesses, including memberships, supplements, apparel, and more!
This event is our way of giving back to our loyal members and welcoming new faces into our fitness family. Come celebrate with us, enjoy great food, music, and the chance to win amazing prizes! We can’t wait to see you there!!!
June Evening Social
Our June evening social is on Thursday, June 12 at the Hammock Bay Clubhouse at 6:00. The clubhouse is located at 1850 Great Hammock Bend. You are welcome to bring a guest and anyone who brings a door prize will be able to share more about their business with the group. Please join us for an evening of connection and socializing with other businesses in our area. We would like to send a big thank you to The Bakery Lady for being our evening social sponsor this month!
5th Annual Kids Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp
We are thrilled to be Open for Registration for our 5th Annual Kids Jiu Jitsu Summer Camp in Freeport! Camp will be June 23-26 from 9:00am - 1:00pm Our camp is designed around practical self awareness, confidence and self defense! The kids enjoy a week of activities that include Jiu Jitsu, Fitness, Crafts and more! This year we are having one session only for Kids Ages 4-8 yrs old. We have slots open now, but we are limiting camp to 30 youth, and enrollment will fill up soon! Feel free to call or email for more information and to get a registration link sent to you! 850-739-3993 / info@riliongraciefreeport.com Kids bring lunch daily but Thursday is Pizza and Kona Ice day!!! We can’t wait to see everyone for Camp this year!!!
Freeport Memorial Day
Date: Monday, May 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Freeport City Hall, Front Lawn
Join us as we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. This Memorial Day, we come together as a community to remember, reflect, and express our gratitude for the sacrifices made in defense of our freedom.
Program Highlights:
Presentation of Colors
National Anthem
Moment of Silence
Guest Speaker: [Insert Name, Rank, or Title]
Laying of the Wreath
Closing Remarks
All residents are encouraged to attend. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating is limited.
Let us never forget the price of freedom.
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse Workshops- Broken is Beautiful
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse is offering a series of workshops in March! They are located at 194 Ramsey Road in Freeport. For more information, check out the poster below. To sign up, please call (850) 880-6133 or text (850) 797–8969.
Planning Department Review Board Meeting
📣 PUBLIC NOTICE 📣
Planning Department Review Board Meeting
When: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Freeport City Hall Chambers
The Planning Department invites the community to attend the upcoming Review Board Meeting. Your participation is encouraged as we discuss important matters that affect our city.
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse Workshops- Sewing for Beginners
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse is offering a series of workshops in March! They are located at 194 Ramsey Road in Freeport. For more information, check out the poster below. To sign up, please call (850) 880-6133 or text (850) 797–8969.
Women Build Power Tool Training
Habitat for Humanity Walton County is hosting a Women Build Power Tool Training workshop on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at their ReStore located at 2440 U.S. Highway 98 West in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
This free, hands-on event is designed to empower women by teaching them how to safely and confidently use essential power tools. Participants will receive safety instruction, engage in live demonstrations, and have the opportunity to practice using tools in a supportive environment. Attendees will also complete a pallet project and leave with a handcrafted door knocker as a keepsake.
The workshop is part of Habitat for Humanity Walton County's annual Women Build Season, which aims to equip women with valuable construction skills and promote community involvement.
For more information: https://waltoncountyhabitat.org
NWFL Spring Home & Boat Show
The NWFL Spring Home & Boat Show is this SATURDAY, MAY 17TH from 10am-5pm at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds in Ft. Walton Beach! This event is FREE ADMISSION to the public. Come and visit with over 50 vendors offering special products and services!
Ice Cream Social Seminar
Ray of Hope Ice Cream Social featuring Digital Defense for Seniors. Walton County Sheriffs Office & First Security Bank providing an educational seminar and learn how to protect yourself and loved ones.
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse Workshop- Watercolor Workshop
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse is offering a series of workshops in March! They are located at 194 Ramsey Road in Freeport. For more information, check out the poster below. To sign up, please call (850) 880-6133 or text (850) 797–8969.
VFW Fish Fry
VFW Post 4437 Annual Fish Fry
Defuniak Springs Lake Yard
Friday and Saturday, May 9-10
11:00 until sold out.
$15.00 a plate
Fish, Fries, Bean, Coleslaw, and Hushpuppies
To preorder lunch for Friday, call the VFW 892-3539.
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse Workshop- Silversmithing Jewelry Workshop
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse is offering a series of workshops in March! They are located at 194 Ramsey Road in Freeport. For more information, check out the poster below. To sign up, please call (850) 880-6133 or text (850) 797–8969.
Spring Sip and Stroll
Enjoy an evening of shopping, sipping, and socializing!
Stroll through The Warehouses of Freeport, explore amazing local businesses, and indulge in light bites and beverages. Bring a friend and enter to win an exciting raffle prize at the end of the night!
First Responders Appreciation Bash
Join us for the Walton Area Chamber’s first-ever First Responders Appreciation Bash – an afternoon dedicated to celebrating and honoring the brave men and women who serve our community every day. This event, hosted in partnership with the Small Business Council, will be a family-friendly, community-driven celebration featuring food, fun, and heartfelt gratitude.
Event Highlights Include:
Smoked pulled pork, crawfish boil, and hot dogs for the kids – courtesy of North Beach Social
Live entertainment
Raffle giveaways exclusively for first responders
Kids’ activities like face painting and games
First responder exhibits and vehicle displays
Admission is FREE for all first responders and their families.
Sponsor This Bash!
Help us show our appreciation by sponsoring this community celebration! Businesses and individuals can sponsor the event for a flat rate of $500.
Sponsorship Includes:
Logo placement on the Chamber website
Recognition on social media and in the Chamber newsletter
Logo featured on the back of the event t-shirt
2 complimentary event tickets
2 event t-shirts
Your support will directly benefit the responders who keep our community safe – and ensure they each receive a small token of appreciation during the event.
VFW Fish Fry
VFW Post 4437 Annual Fish Fry
Defuniak Springs Lake Yard
Friday and Saturday, May 9-10
11:00 until sold out.
$15.00 a plate
Fish, Fries, Bean, Coleslaw, and Hushpuppies
To preorder lunch for Friday, call the VFW 892-3539.
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse Workshop- Pottery Workshop
North Bay Lifestyle Warehouse is offering a series of workshops in March! They are located at 194 Ramsey Road in Freeport. For more information, check out the poster below. To sign up, please call (850) 880-6133 or text (850) 797–8969.
National Day of Prayer
We are helping to bring groups together across Freeport and Walton County to publicly participate in this spiritually significant day and unite Christians in prayer for our country and community. As a member of the body of Christ, we would love for your congregation to be involved with us. We are setting up our committees now to determine what our observance will include this year. I want to assure you this will not be a political rally, nor critical or any person, but prayerful and Biblical. *I’ve attached a graphic for reference. *
As we begin our planning for this year, we welcome your suggestions and ask you to prayerfully consider speaking to us. I will be calling your office in the next week. Our goal is to have you identify someone we can talk to from your congregation. If you have any questions or would like to reach me, please call or email me— if I am unable to help, I will certainly get you in touch with who can. :)
I hope you will make this a matter of prayer, and that God will direct your heart. We look forward to assembling the Body of Christ to pray for our community and country. If you would like to learn more about the NDPTF, please visitwww.nationaldayofprayer.org.
3rd Annual NWF Young Professionals Conference
Hosted by the Crestview Area, Destin, Greater Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, Niceville Valparaiso, and Walton Area Chambers of Commerce, the Young Professionals of NWF Leadership Conference will unite the area's strong Young Professionals groups to tap into the knowledge and expertise of community and business leaders.
This year's conference is themed Building Your Career. Attendees will enjoy discussions on developing in-demand skills, creating a strong personal brand, leveraging networking and community involvement, and building a career on service.
Thank you to our sponsors United Way Emerald Coast, Frances Roy, Okaloosa Gas, Synovus and Bayou Pub! Additional sponsorships are available.
Agenda
10:00 AM | Check-In & Coffee
10:30 AM | Welcome
10:40 AM | Panel #1: Building Your Career Through Community Service
Panelists: Bernard Johnson, FPL Regional External Affairs Manager for Okaloosa and Walton Counties
Mel Ponder, Northwest Florida State College President
Neko Stubblefield, Eglin Federal Credit Union Senior VP of Membership and Community Development
11:30 AM | Panel #2: Unlocking Career Growth - How networking & community involvement still give you the edge
Panelists: Christian Carlee, First National Bank Market President
Julie Cotton, Northwest Florida State College Chair of Hospitality & Tourism Management
Danica LaFaire, Fish Window Cleaning Franchise Owner
12:30 PM | Lunch Buffet
1:15 PM | Panel #3: Developing In-Demand Skills – Stay competitive in a rapidly evolving job market
Panelists: Michael Beedie, WM Gulf Coast Area Senior Manager of Government Affairs
Todd Jackson, HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital CEO
Dr. Cristie Kedroski, Northwest Florida State College Senior Vice President
2:15 PM | Cookie Break
2:30 PM | Panel #4: Developing a Strong Personal Brand – Position yourself as a valuable professional in your industry
Panelists: Baylor Breckenridge, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital Acting CFO
Corey Dobridnia, Walton County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer
Cali Hlavac, Sassy Tangerine Creative Owner & Marketing Strategist
3:30 PM | Keynote Speaker: Col. Allison Black, USAF Retired
4:15 PM | Closing Remarks
4:30 PM | Happy Hour Sponsored by Bayou Pub
Walton Area Chamber’s Spring Golf Classic
Join Us for the Walton Area Chamber’s Spring Golf Classic! Get ready for a day of friendly competition, networking, and fun on the course at the Spring Golf Classic, presented by Clary-Glenn Funeral Homes & Crematory. Whether you’re looking to showcase your skills, connect with fellow business professionals, or just enjoy a great day outdoors, this tournament is the perfect opportunity!
Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: Registration begins at 8:00 AM, Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM
Location: Eagle Springs Golf Course
Tournament Format
4-Person Scramble
$500 per team
$650 Eagle Team Sponsorship (includes team entry, mulligans, tee busters, and a tee sign)
Additional sponsorships are available!
Why Participate?
Network with local business owners & professionals
Enjoy a premier golf experience at Eagle Springs
Support the Walton Area Chamber and local community initiatives
Sponsorship opportunities available for extra visibility
Want to boost your business’s presence? Sponsorships are available! Contact Gabrielle@WaltonAreaChamber.com for details.
Gather your team, secure your spot, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the course!
Whole Outdoors BBQ BUTTS & RIBS
BBQ Sale to benefit Whole Outdoors, Inc., - a Registered Walton Co. FL Nonprofit (501c3 pending) organization.
Presale Only…
•Whole BBQ Butts - $35.00
•Whole Rack of Ribs - $25.00
Day of…
•Pulled Pork Plate - $12.00
•Rib Plate - $14.00
WHEN: Sunday, April 27, 2025
WHERE: Dollar Tree/Family Dollar (Parking Lot) @ 66 Hwy 20, Freeport, FL 32439
TIME: 10:30am until sold out
For Pre-sale only items:
•CashAp:
https://cash.app/$WholeOutdoors?qr=1
•PayPal:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NMMKVSYZCX74L
•Square:
https://square.link/u/kNWrI111
•Credit Card: Use PayPal or Square link above or contact us by phone/text/email/Messenger
Contact Information:
•Phone/Text: 850-333-7397
•Email: wholeoutdoors@gmail.com
Day of items:
•We accept Cash, Cash AP, and/or Credit Cards via Pay/Pal or Square.
If you are out of the area but would still like to contribute we are honored to accept any donation, and we thank you for your gift.
Habitat for Humanity Lumber of Love
Contact volunteer@waltoncountyhabitat.org for further info
*Total:** We need over 200 volunteers across three days.
* Friday, April 18th: 10 volunteers from 8 AM to 12 PM AND 10
volunteers from 1 PM to 4 PM for event setup.
* Saturday, April 19th: 100 volunteers from 8 AM to 12 PM to help
build the floor for the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation's auction
tent.
* Sunday, April 27th: 100 volunteers from 9 AM to 1 PM to dismantle
the floor.
Our partnership with the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation is
invaluable. They’re one of our strongest supporters, and the success
of Lumber of Love enables them to continue supporting local nonprofits
like ours.
As a special thank you, volunteers over age 21 who complete a 4-hour
shift will receive a complimentary ticket to the South Walton Beaches
Wine & Food Festival for the afternoon of Sunday, April 27th.
Bluegrass Festival and Car Show
Props Brewery, The Windmills and Hammock Bay present Bluegrass Festival and Car Show.
On The lawn of Props Brewery.
Live Music - Farmers Market - Food Trucks
· $10 Entry fee to enter your car
· Top 10 cars receive awards
· Kids Choice Award
· Grab Bags for First 50 Entries
· 50/50 Raffel
· Car Registration from 10am to 12 noon
· Show and Voting 12 noon to 2pm
· Awards at 3pm
More information: facebook.com/groups/hammockbayclassiccars
Wills, Trusts, and Estates Discussion Panel
Wills, Trusts, and Estates Discussion Panel – 4.24.25
Hammock Bay Residents:
Join us for a discussion panel:
-April 24, 2025, at 5:30 PM;
-at the Hammock Bay Clubhouse.
Local attorneys Christine Ladwig and Ashley Rogers and moderator Melissa Harbin of Dunlap & Shipman, P.A., will conduct a discussion panel to address common concerns related to Florida estate planning, including wills, trusts, and property ownership.
Dunlap & Shipman, P.A., now located at 15416 Business Highway 331, Freeport, is a full-service law firm proudly serving clients from four offices across Northwest Florida, providing legal counsel in estate planning, real estate and land use, business and corporate law, litigation, and more.
The information presented is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Attendees should not act or rely on the information provided without seeking the advice of a qualified attorney who is familiar with their specific circumstances.
Easter at Crossproint
f you're looking for a place to belong- even before you believe, looking for a reason why we celebrate Easter, or why we live for someone who died for us- come this Easter to Crosspoint, Freeport! Bring a friend, family, or neighbor. We'll save a seat for you!
8 A.M.
*Breakfast Served Prior To This Service Only*
*Kids Programming For Pre-K and Below Available At This Service Only*
9:30 A.M. & 11 A.M.
* Full Kids Programming For Babies-5th Grade At These Services*
For More Details, Visit:
http://crosspoint.church/Easter
Health & Wellness Fair
The Yoga Garden Collective would like to their next health fair so we can all Kick Off Summer Feeling Your Best!
Join us on April 19th from 1-3 PM for our Health & Wellness Fair—a fun, family-friendly event designed to inspire health, happiness, and connection! ✨💛
What’s in store:
🎨 Face Painting for the kiddos!
🥗 Light Bites to fuel your day.
🛍️ Local Health & Wellness Experts sharing products, services, and tips to help you thrive in 2025!
🌱 Whether you’re looking for holistic healing, fitness inspiration, or a fresh start, this is the place to be! Come connect, explore, and discover new ways to feel your absolute best this season with vendors like:
Live Your Yellow Brick Road
Sugar Sands Holistic
Trifecta Training
Southern Wellness and Massage
High and Dry 850
Mindful kids
Hydrate and Heal IV wellness
Kyle and Stephanie Brown Wellness and Water
KSI Teas
✨ Mark your calendars & share with a friend who needs to come with you! Don’t miss this chance to refresh, recharge, and realign with an amazing community! 💫
