The Red, White and Blue Celebrations are a weekly ceremony that honors local heroes. The celebrations highlight the efforts of people who go above and beyond, demonstrating heroism within their community. The celebrations continue all summer, featuring free local entertainment and children's fun activities. The entertainment performances will include the Highsteppers Dance troupe and The Ballet Conservatory along with the Destin School of Music and Dance performing pieces of their own On The Road to Fame Show. One of the highlights of the celebration is an exciting WWII mini airshow at the beginning of the hero's recognition every Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
The big finale for each celebration is a spectacular fireworks display over Destin Harbor at 8:30 p.m. Weekly fireworks displays are sponsored by Buffalo Rock, Pepsi MAX and Cox Communications.
HarborWalk Village is honored to dedicate the Thursday, June 10th celebration to Laurie Hood the Founder and President of Alaqua Animal Refuge, Inc. Laurie Hood opened Alaqua Animal Refuge in January 2007 on 10 acres of her her and her husband, Taylor's personal property after discovering that thousand of animals were being euthanized every year because Walton County, FL did not have a no-kill shelter option. They designed the refuge to be distinctly different from the standard concrete and chain link kennel concept by providing several independent cottages for shelter that offer open pastures and ponds. In the first three years Laurie ran and funded the refuge nearly all on her own and was responsible for finding homes for more than 4000 animals. The refuge is currently home to more than 250 animals at any given time and places more than 100 animals per month. The refuge accepts nearly any animal in need of care, including dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, turtles, birds, pigs and horses. Alaqua also has an adoption center through space donated by Legendary Inc. that is located at HarborWalk Village. This location has dogs and cats, is open Thursday through Sunday, and provides another opportunity for rescued animals to find homes. Laurie is a champion for these animals. Laurie has dedicated her life to being a voice for those who have none of their own.
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