by Kerri Parker | Feb 13, 2024 | Businesses, Communities, Events, Walton & Beyond
Mardi Gras is known for its parades, masquerade balls, and indulgent feasting before the Lenten season begins. Walton County has been celebrating Mardi Gras for decades, but this year a surge of celebrations has elevated the experience for locals and visitors alike.
by Kerri Parker | Jan 11, 2024 | Businesses, Communities, DeFuniak Springs, Events, Freeport, Music Scene, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Partners in Southern Sound Music Alliance, Jennifer Sundal and Naomi Alvarado help us to make a connection to the Walton County music scene. We talk about 30A Songwriters Festival, choosing venues and performances, a micro-festival happening simultaneously called Stinky’s Swamp Writers and how live music can bring energy, add economic, cultural and social significance for our community.
by Kerri Parker | Jan 4, 2024 | Events, Music Scene, Walton & Beyond
Fresh into the New Year, there is a buzz with a cool beat around the music scene in Walton County. Local restaurants and music venues are planning and preparing in anticipation for the flock of music lovers who follow the music scene; to and within Walton County, Florida.
by Kerri Parker | Jan 3, 2024 | Events, Music Scene, Walton & Beyond
Stinky’s Bait Shack is hosting the 14th Annual Swamp Writer Music Festival January 11-14, 2024.
by Kerri Parker | Dec 15, 2023 | Businesses, Communities, Events, Music Scene, Walton & Beyond
Sometimes the cycle of life can be brutal. But you get back up and you keep going, “Otherwise they will catch you,” says Duke Bardwell, a lifelong professional musician and Walton County legend.