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Vitality • HEALTH & WELLNESS • ART & CULTURE • SHOPPING • DINING OUT • FISHING, DIVING, BOATING • BEACH WEDDINGS n emerging World Class Resort Destination, <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> is home to multiple chic new spas <strong>of</strong>fering the royal treatment to relax your body, mind, and spirit. These centers for health and wellness <strong>of</strong>fer a variety <strong>of</strong> treatments and services by trained estheticians and therapists, including aromatherapy, rejuvenating massages, soothing facials, scrubs and masques, hot stone therapy, waxing, manicures and pedicures. See the Membership Directory beginning on page 49 for a list <strong>of</strong> local spas, health and beauty facilities. Art & Culture Bay County and the surrounding areas are home to many artists – musical, theatrical, visual and otherwise – all brought here and inspired by the gorgeous landscape that they call home. Free outdoor concerts are enjoyed in both <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> and Downtown <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> during the balmy summer months, and all styles <strong>of</strong> live music can be found at evening hotspots throughout the year. The Bay Arts Society brings national comedy, music, arts and dance acts to the area each year, at such local venues as the Marina Civic Center and the Visual Arts Center. <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> is home to the Kaleidoscope Theatre, Bay County’s much acclaimed community theatre, the Martin Theatre, and the Amelia Center for the Performing Arts at Gulf Coast Community College. Check out the <strong>2008</strong> Community Calendar on pages 44 and 45 for a rundown <strong>of</strong> cultural activities in <strong>2008</strong>, and see the Events Page at PC<strong>Beach</strong>.org. Shopping <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> has become the new shopping mecca <strong>of</strong> Northwest Florida with the opening <strong>of</strong> Pier Park in early <strong>2008</strong>. Dubbed the new “Downtown <strong>of</strong> <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong>,” Pier Park <strong>of</strong>fers a casual family day at the beach...southern style with its 16-screen state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art movie theatre and collection <strong>of</strong> themed restaurants and fashionable retail shops. Pier Park is nestled between Front <strong>Beach</strong> Road and <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> Parkway (Highway 98) just east <strong>of</strong> Highway 79. Visit www.simon.com for more information. <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Beach</strong>’s new visitor – the World-Class Resort Enthusiast – will become a year-round fixture as beautiful resorts continue to open, many showcasing attractions, rides, cafes, restaurants, spas, fitness centers, art galleries and boutiques. The shopping plaza at Grand <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> Resort incorporates high fashion clothing and accessory boutiques with a spa, wine tasting market and a host <strong>of</strong> souvenir and classic beachside gift shops. The Shoppes at Edgewater includes five-star dining, cafes, gift shops, a movie theater, and large bowling center/family entertainment complex. TOP: Students at FSU-PC campus. ABOVE: The Paul Brent Gallery in Downtown <strong>Panama</strong> <strong>City</strong>. PC<strong>Beach</strong>.org Relocation Guide & <strong>2008</strong> Membership Directory 43
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