This week’s lineup has a little bit of everything, from a thought-provoking library talk and a young professionals lunch to a garden excursion, live music nights, and a weekend packed with art and community impact. Pick one, or make it a full week of plans across South Walton.

1. Wednesdays at the Library: Winter Speaker Series

Meet the Forgotten Baroness Behind Modern Art
Join documentary filmmakers Emily Harrold and Christine Murray at 10 a.m. on January 28 at the Coastal Branch Library for a preview of their film on Baroness Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, a largely overlooked force in 20th century American art.

Winter Community Speaker Events 2026 Programs / Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. @ Coastal Branch Library

2. Lead, Learn, and Lunch With Walton’s Rising Pros

Meet Walton County’s Young Professionals for networking and a leadership talk with the managers of Oku and Ambrosia at 11:30 a.m. on January 28 at 3 Sons Bar-B-Q.

YP Lunch Presented by WACC January 2026 / Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. @ 3 Sons Bar B Q

3. Camellias and Creekside History at Eden Gardens

Take a guided 2026 Chautauqua Assembly excursion to Eden Gardens State Park from 10:15 a.m. to 12:35 p.m., touring the 1897 Wesley House and learning about the longleaf pine timber era along Tucker Bayou.

Excursion to Eden Gardens State Park / Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 10:15 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. @ Eden Gardens State Park

4. Up Close Piano Night With Alon Goldstein

Settle into Hotel Effie’s Lobby Bar for an intimate live concert from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., with pianist Alon Goldstein performing and sharing the stories inside the music, plus cocktails and bites available.

A Night with Alon Goldstein / Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Hotel Effie Sandestin

5. Dueling Pianos at Old Florida Fish House

Grab dinner and settle in for a high energy dueling piano show from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Old Florida Fish House in Seagrove Beach.

Dueling Pianos / Friday, January 30, 2026, from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. @ Old Florida Fish House

6. Sips, Scenes, and Nature Made Art

Kick off Biophilia Art Festival: Sips & Scenes at 8 a.m. at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, featuring art inspired by the outdoors plus a photo contest with winners showcased at the center.

Biophilia Art Festival: Sips & Scenes / Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 8 a.m. @ E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center

7. Pink Out for Fore Her at Baytowne Wharf

Join the Fore Her Annual Pink Run 5K and Walk at 8:30 a.m. on January 31 at Baytowne Wharf, raising funds to support local breast cancer patients, followed by a Survivors’ Stroll and a lively after-party.

Fore Her’s Annual Pink Run 5K and Walk / Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:30 am @ Baytowne Wharf Events Plaza

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