Thursday, February 24, 2011

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Mardi Gras to Liven Up St. Andrews This Weekend – February 25-26, 2011. Check out the Schedule

Panama City Beach - The Krewe of St. Andrews and the St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership have teamed up this year to bring the festival and parades to Historic St. Andrews.

Mardi Gras Festival Schedule:

The St. Andrews Mardi Gras Festival is from 2-8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday in the streets of Historic St. Andrews. The festival will feature 70 vendors and live music on eight stages.

EastBay will get the music started at 2 p.m. Friday on Stage 1 and then come back for more at 6 p.m. Saturday. The local island rock duo, featuring John Davis on vocals and guitar and David Merriam on percussion, is a regular at the St. Andrews Waterfront Farmers’ Market.

Savannah-based Sunday Project will be on Stage 2 at 2 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. Saturday, bringing guitar and folk lyrics for its indie sound. The band features Sidney Holloway on guitar and vocals, Greg Parton on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, Johnny Briggs on percussion and Trevor Johnson on bass.

Almost There will perform at 5 p.m. Friday on Stage 1 and 1 p.m. Saturday on Stage 2. High school sophomores James Bell, Mason Downey and Haden Martinez describe their original music as a mix of rock and blues, but they also play a variety of crowd favorites. Downey, who founded the band, is the lead singer and guitarist. He and Bell, drummer, began playing music together at Holy Nativity Episcopal School during a guitar class.
“I’ve been playing with James since I was in second grade,” Downey said.
Downey said they got serious about music in middle school and then recruited Martinez, bassist and vocalist, in 2008.
Bell’s dad, John Bell, heard them practicing one day, and he said, “you’re almost there.” The name stuck. For this weekend, the band has 24 songs planned, including “Chicken Fried” by Zac Brown, “Crossroads” by John Mayer and “All Summer Long” by Kid Rock. They even have produced some originals, such as “Abandoned Apathy” by Downey and “Finally Found My Way” by Martinez.

Following Almost There on Friday will be the Blackout Brass Band at 6 p.m. Started as an experimental project by a group from the 98th Army Silver Wings Band, the Blackout Brass Band brings traditional New Orleans street band instrumentation and incorporates funk rhythms.

Grammy nominee Slim Fatz will go on at 5 p.m. Friday and noon Saturday on Stage 2. The Delta bluesman’s latest offering is a team effort between Slim Fatz and legendary music producer, Neal James, “Everybody Loves Slim.”

Following Slim Fatz on Friday will be Panama City-based Kelly & The Healers with classic blues. Led by singer and lead guitarist Kelly Hundley, who has appeared with artists such B.B. King, Eric Johnson, Jeff Healey and Rick Derringer, the band also features bassist and vocalist Neal Franks and drummer Chris Curry.

The Tony Vegas Group goes on Stage 1 at 7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday. Blues guitarist, singer and songwriter Tony Vegas, an international recording artist, has released three CDs including “Rockin’ the Blues,” “Cajun Ladies” and “Nawlins Renaissance.”

KD and Legacy goes on at 4 p.m. Saturday on Stage 1. Based out of Dothan, Ala., Legacy entertains with Motown, R&B and smooth jazz. The band includes Melvin Burks on keyboards and trumpet, Kenneth Darden “KD” on lead vocals and guitar, Marcus Hart as bassist and musical director, Keith Anderson on drums, James Crawford “JC” on guitar and Leslie Moguel on lead and background vocals.

Emerald County Line, a modern country band, performs at 4 p.m. Saturday on Stage 2. The band features guitarist and founder Tim Parrish, female lead singer Brittnie Sloan, Luke Abbey on lead guitar and harmonica, Caleb Todd on bass guitar and Kenny Brown on drums. Emerald County Line has opened for national acts including Carrie Underwood.

The Bay Stage Avant-Garde, a new community theater organization in Panama City, will be performing mime sketches during the festival.

Our Best Panama City Beach Condo Rentals at Celadon Beach Resort are reserved but I bet you can still find a place to stay at Celadon Beach Resort if you want to visit for the weekend. Call 850-236-1965.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Panama City Beach - Nightlife: February 3-9, 2011

Here is what is going on this week around Panama City Beach courtesy The Best Panama City Beach Condo Rentals at Celadon Beach Resort

Have fun!

BIG EASY II
17190 Front Beach Road. 234-6770
Beer Specials, 5-7 p.m.
Sunday: “B & J”, 6-10 p.m.
Country music jam session.

BOARDWALK BEACH RESORT
& CONVENTION CENTER
9600 S. Thomas Drive, PC Beach
Sundays & Wednesdays: Jim Lawson Snowbird Dances, 3-6 p.m.
February 14th: Valentine’s Day Dance.
February 20th: Canada Day Dance
For more information, please call 850-234-3484

THE BOATYARD
5323 N. Lagoon Drive.
850-249-9273 - www.boatyardclub.com
UPCOMING EVENT:
* Thursday, FEB. 17th: LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY
DJ VLADI and Live Music STEVE WIGGINS BAND

BREAKERS
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Dine of the Beach this Winter at the Breakers. Happy Hours every night and Great Entertainment.
The Breakers is open 7 days a week at 4 p.m.
Mike Van Elsen on keyboards and vocals Wednesday thru Sunday.
VEGAS NIGHTS with TODD HERENDEEN, all of FEBRUARY, WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY.
To see our new menu for the winter: visit our web site
www.breakerspcbeach.com.

CANTINA BAR & GRILL
Located in Pier Park
COME FOR THE FAJITAS - STAY FOR THE MARGARITAS!.
Thursday: 90 minutes of live comedy w/Carmen Morales (opener) and Ian Gutoskie (headliner), 9 p.m.
18 & older, $10 Cover
Wednesday: ½ price Margarita’s
www.locosamigos.com 850-233-6228

CLUB LA VELA
8813 Thomas Drive 235-1061
Friday, 4th: Rock Arena Band: Ultra Drive
Grand Re-Opening Newly Remodeled Posh Lounge
Saturday, 5th: Rock Arena Band: Ultra Drive
Dress Code enforced
For more information, check out our website at www.clublavela.com
Or, call 234-Funn (3866) or 235-1061

FIREFLY
Early Dining Specials 5-6 p.m. nightly!
Sushi Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. 5-7 p.m. Sushi roll, hot Sake & Vodka Martini Specials.
Join us for “Tini Tuesday¹s”. Vodka Martini Special.
A night spot for upscale locals and guests who are looking for something different than our usual beach bars.
In the Shoppes at Edgewater, Panama City Beach. Open 5 p.m. daily.
850-249-3359. fireflypcb.com

GULF WORLD
15412 Front Beach Rd., 234-5271
Gulf World Marine Park
Is Proud to Present
2011 WINTER CONCERT SERIES
Hosted by Todd Allen Herendeen
February 5th: The Return, Beatles Tribute Band
February 8th: Go Big or Go Home Band
February 12th: The Diamonds
February 15th: Nothing But Todd Herendeen
February 19th: Ray Walker & Todd Herendeen & his FTD Band
February 22nd: The Classics with Wayne & Joey
February 26th: Bennie Anderson & The Drifters
All Shows 7:30 p.m.-Doors Open 6:30 p.m.
Tickets Available at Gulf World Marine Park

HAMMERHEAD FRED'S
8752 Thomas Drive 233-3907
A quaint little bar & grill located on the west end of Thomas Drive.
Inside & deck seating available.
Open Monday & Thursday @ 4 p.m.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday @ 11 a.m.
Friday: Touch of Class Band, 4-9 p.m.
2 for 1 Well Drinks, $2 Draft
Sunday: Super Bowl Party
Get here early to get the best seats
Lots of giveaways
Draft & Drink Specials

HARPOON HARRY'S
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
& TIKI BAR
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Waterfront Café
Harpoon Harry’s is closed for the winter. Call the Breakers/Harpoon Harry’s – 234-6060
www.harpoonharryspcbeach.com

LADY ANDERSON
5550 North lagoon Drive
850-234-5940
Valentine’s Day Cruises
Lunch Cruise, 12-2:30; Dinner Cruise, 7-9:30
Both feature Live Band & Buffet
Sweetheart Packages Available
Reserve Now 234-5940 or
www.ladyanderson.com

MARGARITAVILLE
Panama City Beach
16230 Front Beach Rd, 235-7870
At Pier Park On the Gulf
Friday & Saturday: The Barry Fish Band, 8:30 p.m. No Cover charge

MS. NEWBY'S
8711 Thomas Drive, 234-0030
Patio open everyday.
Friday & Saturday: TONY VEGAS GROUP, 8 p.m.

NEWBY'S TOO
4103 Thomas Drive (on the curve), 234-6203
Open everyday 7 a.m. until
Friday & Saturday: Karaoke w/Night Al, 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Sunday: Super Bowl Party
Wednesday: Texas Hold’em Tournament, 7 p.m.
BUZZTIME everyday.
Sports Bar, Pool, Foosball, and Darts
Smokers Welcome

PATCHES PUB
4723 Thomas Drive, 233-8879
Near St. Andrews State Park
Non Smoking/“The locals know”
Thursday-Snowbird Day, Live music w/Woody and the Peckers, 3-6 p.m.
Friday-Pitcher Specials
Sunday-SUPERBOWL PARTY-Buckets & wings specials
Monday-Beer Pong with Brad! 9 p.m.
Tuesday- The “Geezer DJ”, 3-6 p.m., playing 40-60’s hits
Wednesday-Ladies Night-Happy Hour prices all night for Ladies

PINEAPPLE WILLY’S
9875 S. THOMAS DR., P.C.B.
850-235-0928
EVERY FRIDAY: Live Music @ 7:30
SATURDAY: NCAA Basketball
SUNDAY: Super Bowl
SCHEDULE: pineapplewillys.com
Myspace.com/willyspierbar

SALT LICK TAVERN
8021 Thomas Dr., 249-8021
HOURS: 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Cash Only
Happy Hour everyday, 11-7 p.m.
Thursday: Live Music, 7-11 p.m.
Friday: Jessie Jones, 7 p.m.
Saturday: Live Music, 7-11 p.m.
Sunday: Karaoke w/Emily, 2 p.m. till game time
Super Bowl Party

SALTWATER GRILL
11040 Hutchison Blvd, 850-230-2739
Open Daily @ 3 p.m.
Happy Hour Everyday, 3-6 p.m.
$5 Calamari, $5 Firecracker Shrimp
Martini Wednesday: Select Martini’s $5
Tuesday – Saturday: Saltwater Grill presents the only Piano Bar on the beach! Come join us in our Mermaid Room and listen to MICHAEL RORAH perform your favorite tunes from Jazz standards, classical rock, today's hits, and all your favorite show tunes, 7:30 pm.
www.saltwatergrillpcb.com

SCHOONERS
5121 Gulf Drive/850-235-3555
www.schooners.com
Open daily 11 a.m.
* Feb. 4-5: TRIGGERPROOF BAND
* Feb. 11-12: Lisa Webb Band
* April 1, 2, 3 - CAJUN FESTIVAL
Live Music with BAYOU BOYS, HEAT & THE ZYDECO GENTS & SAUCE BOSS BILL WHARTON

SHARKY'S RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB
15201 Front Beach Road, 235-2420
One of the last places on Panama City Beach where you can dine right on the beach, watch the sunset at the Tiki Bar and enjoy a cocktail.
More Info Sharky’s beach.com
Open Daily @ 11 a.m.
Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m. $1.50 Domestic Drafts & $3.25 Well Drinks
Thursday: Bingo, 3-5 p.m.
Monday: Shaggin’ @ Sharky’s, 4-8 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed
Sunday: Super Bowl Party

SPINNAKER
SPINNAKER BEACH CLUB/PARADISE GRILL/CANTINA
8795 Thomas Drive / 850-234-7882 / www.spinnakerbeachclub.com
UPCOMING EVENTS:
* Friday, Feb. 18th Casting Call Party – Spring Break Promo Model Search with DJ NYU and Live Music from WISER THAN FOOLS
* Saturday, Feb. 19th – Hot Tub Time Machine 80’s Night Costume Party.
DJ Surfer Mark & Live Music from WISER THAN FOOLS
* Saturday, Feb. 26 – Toys for Kids Foundation Mardi Gras Party.
Live Music with CHASING SCARLETT