Pensacola Bella Magazine

02/06/2025

Have you picked up your copy of the February issue of Bella Magazine?

Better hurry - this issue is RED hot! Find out in the comments where you can snag the newest issue today.

(Did you know you can read Bella online? Check out our website at www.bellamagazine.com).

02/06/2025

🎭 Fifty years of tradition, creativity, and camaraderie – the Krewe of Mystic Maids has been a cornerstone of Pensacola’s Mardi Gras scene since 1975. From glamorous masked balls to community-driven charitable initiatives, these women have made an impact both on and off the dance floor.

📖 Celebrate this golden milestone with Bella Magazine’s February issue – on stands now or read us online -> https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/golden-moments-celebrating-50-years-of-the-krewe-of-mystic-maids.

✍️ Leah Seacrest
📸 Kate Treick Photography

Pensacola Mardi Gras

02/03/2025

Skip the Sunday Scaries and add some RED to your weekend instead! 💥

The February issue of Bella Magazine is HERE! This month, we’re all about red: the color of love 💖, power 💪, and maybe a few life lessons (looking at you, financial "in the red" tips! 💸).

What’s inside:
💋 Master the iconic red lip
👯 Galentine’s Girls Night Out
📈 Pro tips to keep your finances out of the red
💎 Local love for garnet – the other red stone.. and so much more!

Spend your Sunday with Bella – no scaries allowed!

Pick up your copy of Bella today or read us online at www.bellamagazine.com.



Kate Treick Photography Averitte McCrory Thomley Williams Short Story Studios Sharla Dawn GorderDoctor Jus Physique Pelvic Floor Therapy & Wellness Leslie Peck Makeup Artist Teresa Torres Zwierzchowski Lisa Player, Elizabeth Meyer. Liz Biggs, Alice Crann Good, Chelsea Owens, Leslie Peck, Leah Seacrest. Toni Sparks. Jennifer Harrison, Sonshine Moorer

01/31/2025

✨ Save the Date: The 2025 Big Gala is Coming! ✨

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb 8th, because our friends over at Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is bringing you an unforgettable night at Sanctuary Event Venue! 💃✨ Enjoy gourmet dining, lively auctions, inspiring stories, and a performance by The Molly Ringwalds! 🎶

💎 Want a little extra sparkle? You could WIN a $3,000 ' Jewelers shopping spree — but there are only 150 tickets available and they are selling FAST! Grab yours before they’re gone.

Visit https://www.bbbsnwfl.org/events/big-gala for all the details! 🌟

01/24/2025

The heaviest pages in life are often the hardest to turn.

In this heartfelt column, Dawn Gorder shares her story of giving up alcohol, the grief that shaped her decision, and the freedom she found on the other side. Her honest and vulnerable perspective offers hope and inspiration to anyone facing their own heavy pages.

✨ Don’t miss her column in this month’s Bella Magazine. Read online: https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/the-heaviest-page or pick up your copy today.

01/22/2025

Did y'all catch Bella publisher Kelly MacLeod on Pensacola Expert Panel - PEP Talk - with Meg on NewsRadio 92.3 last week?

If not, snuggle in, stay warm and check it out!

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01/21/2025

Opera isn’t just for the stage anymore! 🎭

For 42 years, Pensacola Opera has brought music to life, from the Saenger Theatre, to schools, parks, and even breweries. Through creative outreach programs like Brown Bag Opera and Opera Al Fresco, they’re inspiring a new generation to fall in love with this timeless art form.

✨ Discover how this local treasure is keeping the magic alive in Bella Magazine.

Read the full article in the January issue on stands or online: https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/pensacola-opera-dazzling-gulf-coast-young-and-old-community-outreach-and-artistic-excellence-mark-42nd-year

✍ Allison McCrory
📸 Kate Treick Photography



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🎶 Magic is in the air whenever Pensacola Opera performs!

For 42 years, they’ve wowed audiences with mainstage productions at the Saenger Theatre while also bringing opera into schools, parks, libraries, and even local bars. From Brown Bag Operas to Opera Al Fresco, this timeless art form is reaching new audiences and breaking down barriers.

✨ Want to know how this local gem is redefining opera for the Gulf Coast? Read more in Bella Magazine — on stands or hit the link in our bio!

Allison McCrory

Kate Treick Photography

01/20/2025

Is your emotional attachment to “stuff” holding you back? In this month’s Bella Magazine, we dive into the concept of “desuetude” through the experiences and wisdom of Dr. Gary Winborne Phd.

From outdated gadgets to sentimental keepsakes, discover why we hold on — and how to let go to create space for the life you want.

“Stuff is just stuff, but the essence of who we are is who we are.”

✨ Read more in the January issue of Bella Magazine -on stands or read us online at https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/the-power-of-letting-go!

✍ Thomley Williams
📸 Treick Photography

01/18/2025

Bella Magazine's photographers were out and about capturing shots at Coast Kid's House Brunch and Bubbles, Habitat for Humanity's annual gala and the Honor HER Foundation of Northwest Florida's All Service Ball!

Check out the January issue of Bella to see all the photos - on stands now or check us out online at www.bellamagazine.com.

📸 Toni Sparks / Short Story Studios

01/17/2025

It’s time to step off the scale and see the bigger picture. 💪

Leah Seacrest’s latest article in Bella Magazine challenges the traditional focus on weight as the ultimate health measure. From building strength to feeling more energized, true progress is about so much more than a number.

✨ Find out how to embrace the full fitness picture and make sustainable changes that empower you for life. Read the full article here: https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/beyond-the-scale-embracing-the-full-fitness-picture or grab your copy of Bella today!

✍ Leah Seacrest

01/17/2025

What if you started the new year alcohol-free?

In Bella Magazine, we share the powerful journey of Jackie Hayes, who discovered freedom and strength in letting go of alcohol. Plus, hear from experts about the health benefits and how to rethink your relationship with drinking in a culture that often encourages it.

✨ Ready for a fresh start? Read the full story online: https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/freedom-from-alcohol-evaluating-your-relationship-with-alcohol-in-the-new-year - or grab your copy of Bella today!

✍ Cynthia Reeves
📸 Treick Photography

01/15/2025

💡 Unity starts with action — and two inspiring women are leading the way.

Rose Patton James and Cheryl Mulrain are the heart of Pensacola’s 36th annual MLK Parade. Their dedication to honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of equality and togetherness shines through this year’s theme: “One Team, One Dream.”

💬 “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” — Dr. King

Learn how these advocates are making a difference in Bella Magazine on stands now or check us out online - https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/one-team-one-dream-martin-luther-king-jr-parade-inspires-unity-in-pensacola

✍ Sonshine Moorer
📸 Treick Photography

01/15/2025

📖 What story would you write if you could?

Liz Giblin Biggs shares a peek into her unwritten book—a tale of love, teenage memories, and those three simple words that change everything. 💕

Her latest column in Bella Magazine is funny, heartfelt, and oh-so-relatable. Don’t miss it!

✨ Pick up your copy today or read online - https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/when-i-write-the-book

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01/14/2025

We are so proud of Bella writer Sonshine and happy that she shines her light every month in her Bella stories.

Stay tuned for her February story on Pensacola Black history with Claudette Ranaldson Chapman.

Linda M Moorer

Media personality and civic advocate Linda "Sonshine" Moorer will be grand marshal for Pensacola's Dr. Martin Luther king Jr. Parade.

01/14/2025

👗 Step into 2025 with textures that turn heads!

From suede dresses perfect for Gulf Coast weather to over-the-knee boots and wide-leg pants, this year’s trends are all about mixing comfort with bold statements. Leopard print, chunky jewelry, and asymmetrical hemlines are taking center stage!

✨ Ready to refresh your wardrobe? Check out Bella’s January issue on stands and online - > www.bellamagazine.com

💬 What’s your go-to texture this season? Drop it below!

✍ Allison Averitte McCrory
📸 Kate Treick Photography
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01/13/2025

✨ New year, new goals! ✨

We asked Bella readers to share their hopes and plans for 2025, and their responses are inspiring! Go check them out in the January issue of Bella or read them online - www.bellamagazine.com.💬

Now it’s your turn — what are your goals, resolutions, or dreams for the year ahead? Share them in the comments!

01/10/2025

📚 What if your story could inspire others and leave a legacy that lasts forever?

Author and memoirist Susan Lewis shares how writing her mother’s story helped her heal and celebrate a life well-lived. Now, she’s on a mission to help others preserve their legacies, one page at a time.

✨ Dive into her heartfelt journey and discover why your life story is worth telling in the January issue of Bella - on stands now or read us online -> https://www.bellamagazine.com/posts/susan-lewis-the-proper-publisher-takes-us-on-a-road-trip-down-memoir-lane

💬 Have you ever considered writing your story? Let us know in the comments!

✍ Alice Crann Good
📸 Treick Photography