GULF BREEZE – Rep. Doug Broxson (R), the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Science’s Santa Rosa County Extension have teamed up to further educate our residents on how to best protect their homes and businesses against Formosan termite damage. The Formosan termite is currently […]
National Bullying Prevention Month October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is a problem in schools, the workplace, public venues, and online. The Santa Rosa County Library System, along with communities across the United States, is observing National Bullying Prevention Month to raise awareness and prevent bullying in our community. Be a buddy, not a […]
Milton’s Bands on the Blackwater concert series is preparing for its return after a summer break. After a very successful 12 concerts to start the year, Bands on the Blackwater will close out with seven concerts to finish out the series. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the city had to make one slight change to the […]
We here at northsantarosa.com want to wish each and everyone a happy and safe Labor Day weekend! The weather for the upcoming weekend looks to be a little concerning, so plan accordingly. With rain chances for Saturday – Monday at 50% or higher, it might be a wet weekend. Be careful out there. Labor Day, […]
Santa Rosa County Animal Services invites you to “fall in love” with a cat or kitten during a special feline adoption event on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the shelter located at 4451 Pine Forest Road in Milton. All cats and kittens will be available for a $30 adoption fee […]
The Guy Thompson Community Center, formerly known as the Milton Community Center, has a number of events taking place for older active adults. The Milton Parks and Recreation Department is looking to add more activities for active senior adults very soon. With the wide variety of events offered for active adults (seniors), there is something […]
If you have ever considered becoming a Master Gardener, now is the time! Master Gardeners are dedicated individuals who train in horticulture under Extension faculty and then serve as volunteers in the community teaching research based information and the principles of Florida-friendly landscaping. Projects include assisting residents with their landscape problems, giving presentations to groups […]
Join Escambia and Santa Rosa County Extension agents to learn more about Florida’s natural resources! The Florida Master Naturalist Program is a hands-on learning experience for adults. The FMNP both informs and prepares individuals to share information about Florida’s natural world and history. This is a 40 hour class beginning Sept. 22. Registration is $225, […]
September Events @ Your Library ® Holiday Closures All Santa Rosa County Libraries will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. Library Card Sign Up Month September is Library Card Sign Up Month. If you don’t have a library card, now is a great time to come in and sign up. […]
Peanut Festival 5K is coming October 3rd to kick off the Peanut Festival at Gabbert Farm in Jay, FL. Come out and join us for a run or walk that morning at 7:30am followed by the Peanut Festival with great food, vendors, and family fun. Here is the online registration. http://www.active.com/jay-fl/running/distance-running-races/2nd-annual-peanut-festival-5k-run-walk-2015
