This weekend in Gulf and Franklin

Looking to get out of the house this weekend? Gulf and Franklin Counties are offering a variety of events for the community to enjoy.

Don't see your event listed? Have an event you want included in an upcoming round-up? Email details to wweitzel@nevespublishing.com. 

D-Day exhibit

Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit Commemorating D-Day, to be on display until Saturday, July 2. 

The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no charge for admission, but donations are gladly accepted.

The museum is located at 1873 Hwy 98 West, directly across from the very beach where the beach assault training occurred in 1942-43 and which was the site of many practice beach assault landings. 

Art exhibit opening

The "Here Comes the Sun" exhibit opens at the Joe Center for the Arts on Friday in Port St. Joe. The summer show celebrates all things under the sun by showcasing work from local artists. 

The exhibit will run through August 5.

Apalachicola Farmers Market

Pick up  produce and seafood and join the fun at the Apalachicola Farmers Market this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. 

Chess meet-up

Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to play at the Corinne Costin Gibson Memorial Library in Port St. Joe on Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. EDT.

Live music in Gulf County

• Steven Ritter and the Whatnots will be playing at the Lookout Lounge on Friday starting at 6 p.m. EDT.
• Greg Wood will be playing at Scallop Republic on Friday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.
• DJ 5-0 will be playing at St. Joe Bar and Package on Friday night.
• Bad Decisions will be playing at the Mill Merchantile and Social on Friday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.
• DJ Dat Boi G will be playing at Taproot on Friday starting at 8 p.m. EDT.
• Jay Gurley will be playing at the Haughty Heron on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.
• Joseph Brooks will be playing at Scallop republic on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.
• Smolderin' Embers will be playing at Taproot on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.
• El Pappi will be playing at the Mill Merchantile and Social on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. EDT.