NEW YORK — The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today announced a grant of $5,000 to be awarded to the Humane Society of Bay County in connection with their participation in Subaru of America Inc.’s “Share the Love Event” with Buzz Leonard Subaru in Panama City, Fla. “We are thrilled to recognize the Humane Society of Bay County for their work on behalf of the community’s homeless pets,” said Elysia Howard, ASPCA Vice President of Marketing and Licensing. “The support of organizations across the country has shown us how truly dedicated Americans are to supporting the vital work of our nation’s animal shelters.” This year, the ASPCA conducted a contest, in conjunction with the “Share the Love Event” to find the most compelling events and activities created by local animal welfare agencies and Subaru dealerships. Five winners were selected for their inspired entries, dedicated to promoting animal shelters as the best places to adopt, while finding loving homes for their adoptable pets. The winners who received the $5,000 donation included: Coastal Humane Society of Brunswick Maine for their event at Evergreen Subaru of Auburn Maine, Delaware Humane Association for their event at Delaware Subaru in Wilmington, Del., Kent County SPCA who partnered with Dover VW /Subaru / Audi in Dover, Del., and Oklahoma Alliance for Animals for their event at Ferguson Subaru in Tulsa, Okla. “The Humane Society of Bay County is honored to have partnered with Buzz Leonard Subaru for the ‘Share the Love’ events. Mr. Mike Dallett and his staff have been a great support to our organization and continue to sponsor many of our fundraising events,” said Lorrie Black, Marketing Director of the Humane Society of Bay County. “We are so grateful that ASPCA introduced us to the Buzz Leonard team." The Humane Society of Bay County partnered with Buzz Leonard Subaru to host a two day adoption event entitled “Pictures with Santa.” Buzz Leonard donated all of the costs for this $2500 event in which children and their pets were photographed with Santa. In addition, Buzz Leonard donated $10 to the Humane Society of Bay County for every picture taken totaling $1800. Additional donations were raised through a raffle, games and t-shirt sales. The contest helped match Subaru dealers with local animal welfare agencies around the country, which resulted in more than 350 adoptions and $28,000 raised for local agencies. For more information on Subaru’s national charitable “Share the Love Event", please see this Informational Page. Media Contact: David Gautschy T: 212-876-7700 x4589 / C: 917-843-3533 / E: davidg@aspca.org About the ASPCA® Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501 [c] [3] not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit ASPCA.

Tyndall Air Force Base hosts an Easter Eggstravaganza for the Tyndall families on Saturday, April 3, 2010. According to Community Liaison Sandy North, the base expects to have between 750-100 people attend. Children will enjoy an enormous Easter egg hunt for over 25,000 Eggs! Families will enjoy free refreshments and gift bags. Photos with the Easter Bunny and other fun activities will also be featured. Buzz Leonard is proud to be a sponsor of this event. The Eggstravaganza is among over a dozen events Buzz Leonard Subaru will sponsor at Tyndall Air Force Base. Scheduled for the remainder of 2010 are such events as a Daddy Daughter Dance in June, Oktoberfest in the fall, and the ever-popular Breakfast with Santa before the Christmas Holiday. Happy Easter everyone, from your friends at Buzz Leonard.

On February 29, 2010 Tyndall Air Force Base hosted the Winter Carnival at The Heritage Club. Over 1,000 Team Tyndall members and their families turned out to enjoy an evening of chills and thrills! The highlight of the night was the 20 tons of real snow that blanketed the grounds behind The Club. A two-story snow slide provided hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. Our guests enjoyed a hearty dinner, hot chocolate, s’mores, arts and crafts, face-painting, live entertainment and drawings for great prizes. Buzz Leonard Subaru of Panama City was the event’s lead sponsor and sent a representative and a vehicle display to the event. Mike Dallett, General Manager of Buzz Leonard, was once again pleased to support our Air Force men, women and families. “We just can’t do enough for our military,” said the retired Marine and active Tyndall sponsor.

This year's annual Spring Fling Car and Truck Show is NW Florida's largest car show. It begins next Saturday, March 13 and runs through Sunday, March 14. The show will be at Frank Brown Park at 16200 Panama City Beach Parkway. Directions: From I-10 take Hwy 79 to Panama City Beach Parkway (Back Beach Road) turn left. The Park is 1/4 mile on the left. From East Hwy 98 go west to Panama City Parkway (Back Beach Road) merge right. Park is 9.5 miles on the right. For more information, visit Spring Fling Car and Truck Show.

Come out to the Mask Parade Gala at the Marriot Point Golf Resort and Spa this Saturday from 6-11 PM. This wonderful celebration of art and life benefits the work done at Covenant Hospice. You can find more information about the event at Covenant Hospice.

“Back to the 50s (and 60s) Tonight” On Friday Feb. 26th, Arnold High School hosts “Back to the 50s (and 60s) Tonight”, a musical odyssey through two decades of rock music. The Pyramid School of Fine Arts is proud to present a musical trip into yesteryear featuring Beach 95.1's Rocky and Randall Akins and some of the best singers and dancers in Panama City. "Back to the 50’s (and 60’s) Tonight" is one sock-hop party not to be missed. Come join us at 7:00 Friday night, February 26th at the Arnold High School Auditorium for a rockin’ good time. All proceeds go to benefit the Pyramid School of Fine Arts, an art-based day training center for adults with developmental disabilities. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door, or by calling (850) 872-8105. This event is sponsored by the St. Andrews Kiwanis Club. 1st Annual Mopar Car Enthusiasts of America Car Show The Mopar Enthusiasts Car Club of America - Florida Chapter (MECCA-FL) will be holding their 1st Annual Car Show on February 27, 2010 at TGI Friday's on 23rd Street. Registration begins at 10:00am - Judging will take place from noon to 2:00pm - Trophies awarded at 3:00pm. There will be over 80 trophies for 28 classes, sponsor's choice, ladies choice and a club participation award. This car show is OPEN TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS… Lots of door prizes, 50/50 and a silent auction… Proceeds to benefit the Animal Rescue Center of Bay County. For more info: email Mecca or call 850-866-8964 (Ron). Panama City Bridal Fair The Palms Conference Center is hosting its first semi-annual Bridal Fair on Sunday February 28th from 1-4pm. Local vendors from around the area will be on hand to help future brides with cakes, gowns, suits, jewelry, wedding planning and so much more. Door prizes and a beautiful reception will also take place. Located at 9129 Front Beach Rd. adjacent to the Sleep Inn & Suites. Visit Bridal Fair for more information.

The festivities for the oldest Mardi Gras celebration in Panama City start on February 10th at 5:00 PM. Two events will kick off this year's celebration: 1. Panama City Publishing Co. opens to display the History of Mardi Gras in St. Andrews complete with pictures, video, memorabilia and costumes, and 2. Royal Court Appearance @ Hunt's Oyster Bar. Other events on February 10th include: 6:00PM - New Orleans Dirge (Jazz Funeral March) from Pappy's to Uncle Ernie's Restaurant - the public is invited to join in the fun! 6:30PM - The Krewe of St. Andrews is proud to announce its 1st Little Miss and Mr. Mardi Gras Contest for children ages 5-10 years old; Download a Little Miss & Mr. Mardi Gras Application Form to enter. 7:15PM - Charity Gumbo tasting and voting begins @ Pappy's Restaurant. February 11th ~ Mardi Gras Festivities 5 - 7 PM Panama City Publishing Co. Mardi Gras Display The PCP Company will be open to display the History of Mardi Gras in St. Andrews complete with pictures, video, memorabilia and costumes. 5:00PM Royal Court Appearance @ The Captain's Table Restaurant The Royal Court makes the rounds and stops at The Captain's Table. 5:30PM Royal Court Appearance & Charity Cajun Cook-off @ the Granite Cafe Come and watch teams compete as they create their signature cajun dishes 6:00PM New Orleans Dirge (Jazz Funeral March) The Jazz Funeral March begins at the Granite Cafe and ends at the Shrimp Boat Restaurant. The public is invited to join in the fun! 6:30PM The Krewe of St. Andrews - 1st Mardi Gras Costume Contest for adults 18+ Come dressed in your Mardi Gras costumes or attire (purple, green & gold) and participate to win your spot on a Mardi Gras parade float complete with your own beads to throw! 7:15PM Charity Cajun Cook-off tasting and voting begins @ Granite Cafe Come out to sample the great entries in the Cajun Cook-off. Vote for your favorites. February 12th ~ Mardi Gras Festivities 3:00 PM ~ St. Andrew School Fish Fry Come partake in a delicious fish fry before the start of the Mardi Gras Kid's Parade. The fish fry will take place in the St. Andrew School Cafeteria. Plates are $6 and include catfish, hushpuppies, and a choice of two sides! Yum, yum!! 4:00 PM~ Kids Parade & Mardi Gras Pet Parade Kids Parade will be down Beck Avenue from 15th Street to 11th Street, kids throwing to other kids along the route (beads, stuffed animals, toys and more). Adults are asked to stand back and let the younger ones have their chance at some Mardi Gras style fun. The Humane Society of Bay County Mardi Gras Pet Parade will coincide with the Kids Parade at 4pm. This year there are expanded categories and a $1,000 in prizes!! See the Muttley Krewe of St. Andrews poster on the right for more details! 4:00 PM -10:00 PM ~ Street Festival The festival will have vendors and feature the Hadley Castille & Sharecropper Cajun Band. February 13th ~ Mardi Gras Festivities 8:00 AM ~ St. Andrew's Mardi Gras 5K Run/Walk This starts at Oaks by the Bay Park at 10th Street and Beck Avenue in St. Andrews. $15 early registration for 5K; $10 early registration for 1 Mile. Contact Joe at 763-5005 or 774-0018 or Marty at 265-8439. Information online at Draggin' Tail Runner. 1:00 PM ~ Mardi Gras 13th Annual Grande Parade There will be over 14 Krewes with more than 20 brightly colored floats Starting at Oakland Terrace Park, down 11th to Beck and Beck to 15th. There will be beads, doubloons, and other unique treasures to catch. This is the Grand Finale parade for Bay County's Mardi Gras Season. 11:00 AM -10:00 PM ~ Street Festival The festival will have vendors and feature the Hadley Castille & Sharecropper Cajun Band. Visit St. Andrews Mardi Grasfor more information.

After seeing the devastation in Haiti, caused by the earthquake on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, production owner Ski Light came up with the idea for a benefit concert. After consulting with Bob Pearce, Executive Director of the Panhandle Chapter of the American Red Cross, the idea was brought to the City of Panama City Beach. Mary Carmichael, Leisure Services Director for the City of Panama City Beach, helped forge a plan to hold the concert on February 20, from 10AM-6PM, at the Aaron Bessant Amphitheater in Pier Park. Local artists performing include the Steve Wiggins Band and Bittersweet. For further details about the concert, including other local bands scheduled to play, visit Concert for Haiti.

The 325th Force Support Squadron and the Heritage Club will be hosting the Tyndall Winter Carnival on February 26th from 4-8 pm. We had to postpone the event due to rain on the 29th of January and too much winter weather on Feb.12th. We will be bringing in a snow-machine to create 20 tons of real snow for Tyndall kids (and kids at heart!). In addition to enjoying the giant slide, sledding and playing in the snow, we will be offering our guests hot chocolate, a delicious dinner and 'smores for dessert. Buzz Leonard Subaru is the lead sponsor for this event and will have staff on hand to help!

On December 5, 2009, Tyndall Air Force Base hosted Breakfast with Santa at the Youth Center. This annual event focuses on Tyndall Airmen and their families and provides them the opportunity to enjoy a morning of food, fun and festivities. Despite the inclement weather that Saturday, we had an approximate attendance of 700 people. The 325th Force Support Squadron and a host of volunteers provided a delicious continental breakfast, a variety of arts and crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides, multiple bouncy castles, live entertainment and a gift for each child who came to visit Santa. Buzz Leonard Subaru of Panama City was the event’s lead sponsor, donating $2000 to the day’s activities. They also provided four display vehicles and had representatives on site to participate in the event and to thank Tyndall Airmen and their families for their dedication to our country. For more information and photos, visit our Photos section at Photos Tab.