PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Whether residents are in need of a festive family activity, Christmas gift, or creative outlet, Board & Brush Creative Studio in Downtown Panama City will offer workshops and deals throughout the holiday season.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — History Class Brewery proved that beer, Christmas, and kids can all co-exist in a fun, family-friendly environment. On Sunday the brewery kicked off a weekly family-friendly series called, “Mrs. Claus Storytime.” But this wasn’t your normal storytime, this was a sing-a-long combined with stories and very important lessons.
PANAMA CITY — “Small, locally owned businesses are the backbone of any vibrant community,” said Jennifer Vigil with Destination Panama City. “They help create the character, charm and uniqueness that travelers are looking to experience.”
PANAMA CITY — A 20-year tradition gets a glow-up this Friday as the annual “Lighting of the Park” in historic St. Andrews adds new displays and features. Oaks by the Bay Park, 2715 W. 10th St., will take on a spectacular seasonal shine at 6 p.m. on Nov. 27.
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PANAMA CITY — Whether you need a little help or a lot this Thanksgiving, area restaurants are serving up options to bring the holiday meal to your table or to enjoy at theirs.
PANAMA CITY — Fazoli’s Italian restaurant chain has announced that it will come to the Panama City area. According to a press release, Fazoli’s CEO Carl Howard announced the Lexington, Kentucky-based company, known for serving up Italian dishes at a great value, has executed an area development agreement with Bob Amin of Shiv 8 Panama City LLC to open three locations in Panama City. The first restaurant is slated to open in the third quarter of 2021, the release said.
PANAMA CITY Fla. (WMBB) — Grab your maps and looking-glasses because The City of Panama City is holding a virtual scavenger hunt. All week long residents can complete tasks by taking pictures around the city and sending them into the Quality of Life Department at the end of the week for a prize.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — In a time of continued economic hardship and uncertainty, Panhandle residents have a chance to give back for the holiday season at Papa Joe’s Bayside. The location will work together with the Toys for Kids Foundation to hold a toy drive, starting at 2:30 p.m. on November 21, which will benefit needy children in Bay County.
PANAMA CITY — Tijuana Flats is back in franchising for the first time in 13 years and has awarded its first franchise territory to Bob Amin in Panama City, Florida. Amin has years of experience running franchise restaurants and is excited to add Tijuana Flats to his portfolio. “This is a great opportunity for me,” said Amin. “I’ve had my eye on Tijuana Flats for a long time and I was so pleased to hear they were returning to franchising and chose me as their first franchisee.”
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Bay County leaders and residents will honor veterans with the annual Veterans Day Parade, starting at 9 a.m. and featuring a new route for this year. John Deegins, Director of Veterans Services, said the parade starts at 9 a.m., and the route will begin at the intersection of 12th Street and Beck Avenue in St. Andrews, then continue south before turning east onto 11th Street.
PANAMA CITY — The Light Room is currently showing the work of two artistic photographers for an exhibit that will run through the end of December. “Photographs by Andrew Wardlow and Mark Messerly” opened Nov. 6 at The Light Room, 306 Harrison Ave., Panama City, pairing two local photographers who enjoy working with challenging photographic processes uncommon in our digital world.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB)– For two nights each November, the unique streets of Panama City comes alive with light, sound, art and fun. “Our goal is to share art in unusual places. So we’re in an unusual place like the mall sharing art with our community,” said event co-organizer, Margaret Webster.
PANAMA CITY — The red glow outlining the giant triangular charcoal briquette on the corner lot of Harrison and 13th Street is about as neat as it gets at Jerry’s Burger Company. Messiness — juicy beef patties, golden buttery buns, gooey cheese sauces, savory seasonings — is the main thing on the menu. The restaurant’s co-owner, Jerry Pipkins, said it’s all a part of delivering a burger experience like none other.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Songwriters from across the United States will come to Panama City to celebrate their love for music alongside the community in the Panama City Songwriter’s Festival. The festival will be held November 6-7, starting at 4:30 p.m. Friday and 3:15 p.m. Saturday across stages at the Center for the Arts, Millie’s and 131 Trigo.