Preparations are in full swing for the 18th annual Geek Lights on the Corner Christmas lights and music show. The main setup will take place throughout November, with Community Build Days scheduled for Nov. 8, 15 and 22, beginning at 9 a.m. each day. Volunteers are invited to sign up at Facebook.com/GeekLightsOnTheCorner.
This year, Geek Lights on the Corner has selected the Junior League of the Emerald Coast’s Child Clothing Project (CCP) as its Season 18 sponsored charity. Through the CCP, the all-volunteer Junior League provides hundreds of elementary students in Okaloosa and Walton counties with a full wardrobe—from the inside out, top to bottom—plus a book, book bag and toy. The CCP event also features drone demonstrations, STEM activities, and hands-on engagement with partners such as the Emerald Coast Science Center, Gulfarium, FWB Police and Fire Departments, local libraries and more.
“We are truly humbled, honored, and beyond grateful to be selected as the sponsored charity for Geek Lights on the Corner this year,” said Bethe Manning, President of the Junior League of the Emerald Coast. “This generous support will help us continue to make a meaningful impact in our community and advance the mission of the Junior League. Thank you for lighting up our corner of the world!”
Donation boxes and QR codes will be available at the show’s viewing area, with 100% of funds going directly to the sponsored charity.
Featuring thousands of synchronized lights and themed displays set to music and storytelling, Geek Lights runs Dec. 1–Jan. 6 at the corner of Bluewater Blvd. and Antiqua Way in Bluewater Bay. Shows begin every 30 minutes from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday–Thursday, and until 10:30 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and holiday eves. Admission is free.
The show is the creation of Jeff Werner, the “Northwest Florida Geek,” and Wendy Werner, his “Spouse Peripheral.” Jeff is also author of the weekly technology Q&A column It’s Geek to Me, published locally on Niceville.com and in newspapers across the country.
