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Evenings At Whitney Lecture
The guest speaker for the Evenings At Whitney Lecture, Immunotherapy Approaches to Cancer Therapy, is Duane Mitchell, M.D., Ph.D., Phyllis Kottler Friedman professor in the Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, state of Florida endowed cancer research chair at UF College of Medicine, director of cancer therapeutics and immuno-oncology at UF Health Cancer Center, and co-director of the Preston A. Wells Jr. Center for Brain Tumor Therapy. Mitchell will talk about how certain types of cancer can be treated by…
Find out more »Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Lawn Care
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with the St. Johns County Agricultural Center for a lecture on Florida-Friendly Landscaping™. This program will focus will be on how to irrigate, fertilize, and maintain your lawn utilizing Florida-Friendly principles. Learn how to save time, energy, and money and have a beautiful landscape. For more information, contact Kelly Ussia at 904-209-0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us. The event is Free; registration is requested. To register, please click on the event website link.
Find out more »Cosmic Yoga for Kids at the Beach
At Cosmic Yoga for Kids at the Beach (grades K-5), learn to relax your mind and body with some simple, kid-friendly stretches, exercises and activities. Please wear loose clothing and bring you own towel or mat. This program is Free and will be held on Friday, April 13 and 20. Click on the event website link to register. For more information, contact Kelly Ussia at 904.209.0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us.
Find out more »Stellers Gallery Spring Show Opening Reception
Stellers Gallery at Ponte Vedra Beach will exhibit the work of nationally-recognized painters Jennifer J.L. Jones and John Schuyler with a Spring Show Opening Reception on Friday, April 13, 2018 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm. The show will feature a new body of work by each of the two artists.
Find out more »STYX and Don Felder at the Amphitheatre
Two juggernaut icons of classic rock, STYX and Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles), will be in concert at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Friday, April 13. Since 1999 (yes 1999), the six men comprising STYX (Tommy Shaw, James “JY” Young, Chuck Panozzo, Todd Sucherman, Lawrence Gowan, and Ricky Phillips) have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide by averaging over 100 shows a year every year. Each one of them is committed to making the…
Find out more »Rob Ellis Peck at Kingfish Grill
Listen to the sounds of talented, local musician Rob Ellis Peck when he performs at Kingfish Grill. He plays harmonica, guitar, and lap steel.
Find out more »Amanda Shires and Her Band at PV Concert Hall
Critically-acclaimed, Americana singer-songwriter and fiddler Amanda Shires and Her Band will be performing at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Amanda is not an entertainer. She's an artist in the true sense of the word, meaning she creates because she has a real need for the process of creating. Since beginning her career as a teenager playing fiddle with the Texas Playboys, she's toured and recorded with John Prine, Billy Joe Shaver, Todd Snider, Justin Townes Earle, Shovels & Rope, and…
Find out more »14th Annual Bartram Bash
Celebrate the first American-born Naturalist, William Bartram, at the 14th Annual Bartram Bash on Saturday, April 14th. This family-friendly event will feature “Skin & Bones” performing a live Old Florida Hoedown, music by Tommy Bledsoe, educational booths, kid’s games and activities, yoga in the park, Stetson Kennedy Award presentations, a William Bartram reenactor, and an 8 a.m. bird walk with St. Johns County Audubon President, Jean Rolke. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. William Bartram (1739-1823)…
Find out more »Blueberry Festival and Farm Lunch
Blueberry Festival Florida's peak time to harvest blueberries is coming up and Rype and Readi is hosting a Blueberry Festival to celebrate! Head over to their farm, in Elkton, and enjoy a variety of fresh blueberry treats and other farm-to-fork dishes! Their full menu includes seasonal fruit salad, blueberry key lime tarts, Brunswick stew made with local veggies, blueberry shortcake, blueberry crepes, bbq chicken with rice and beans, blueberry 9-day coleslaw, hibiscus tea, coffee, tea, and a cash bar. Blueberry Festival…
Find out more »“Let Your Style Bloom” Fashion Show & Luncheon
"Let Your Style Bloom" Fashion Show & Luncheon is an annual event held by the St. Augustine Altrusa Club. Fashions featured by HW Davis & Co and Fresh Produce. Silent Auction and 50/50. Tickets are $30.00. Call 904-829-0823 to purchase yours! This event helps raise money for scholarships. Altrusa International Inc. is an international community service organization dedicated to making our communities better through leadership and service. The membership is a diverse group of women and men in both background…
Find out more »The Skinny at Kingfish Grill
Taylor and Pamela Fausset are the singer/songwriting, gypsy Americana band known as The Skinny. They'll be performing at Kingfish Grill April 14th, then on the 1st Saturday of the month May through October. Come on out and listen.
Find out more »The Black Angels with guest Black Lips in Concert
Indie psychedelic garage rock groups, The Black Angels with guest Black Lips, will be live from the Backyard Stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for "The Birds and the Bees Tour". The Black Angels are Stephanie Bailey (drums, percussion, Philicorda), Christian Bland (guitar, Mellotron, bass, vocals, Vox Continental), Jake Garcia (guitar, bass, vocals), Kyle Hunt (bass, guitar, organ, Moog, Rheem MK VII), and Alex Maas (lead vocals, bass, harmonium). "Our music has always been driven by the fear of the…
Find out more »The Wailers Return to Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Legendary Reggae band, The Wailers, returns to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, April 14, 2018 to bring its revolutionary sound to fans around the world. Steered by famed bassist and founder, Aston “Familyman” Barrett, and joined in solidarity with original Wailers’ guitarists Junior Marvin and Donald Kinsey, The Wailers continue to make musical history. From 1973 to 1980, Bob Marley & The Wailers recorded, toured, and performed before countless millions worldwide. Since 1981, Familyman and Junior have carried…
Find out more »2018 Just Tri It! Kids Triathlon
Lace up your sneakers, grease up your bike, and get your swim cap ready for the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation's 2018 Just Tri It! Kids Triathlon. Children ages 5 through 14 are invited to join the fun on Sunday, April 15 at the Solomon Calhoun Center. This non-competitive event provides children with the chance to participate in a triathlon and Just Tri It! The first 150 children to pick up race packets will receive a t-shirt, and every…
Find out more »Our Feathered Friends’ Hike & Marsh Walk
Bring in the Spring at Fort Mose Historic State Park! Join Birding Expert Susan Killeen on a Feathered Friends' Hike & Marsh Walk, a birding exploration of our Salt Marsh and the Secondary Fort Site Island (established 1752). Visitors are asked to meet in the parking lot. Bring your rubber boots, binoculars, cameras, water, and any other pertinent items to make your travel through the estuary more enjoyable. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation. The program is…
Find out more »Brunch & Show…Viktor Zenko, The Thought Detective
Starting April 15, every Sunday through the end of May, except for Mother's Day, enjoy Brunch & Show at Raintree Restaurant. Viktor Zenko...is The Thought Detective; a most unusual and miraculous journey into the Power of the Mind...with lots of laughs along the way! Brunch is downstairs between 12:30-1:00pm / Matinee Upstairs at 2:00pm $35-$38 plus tax and gratuity / Kids under 12, $22 plus tax and gratuity Reservations are required! Call 904-824-7211 after 1:00pm.
Find out more »Mario Peral’s Latin Jazz at Kingfish Grill
Mario Peral’s Latin Jazz Band consists of very talented musicians who perform Rumba, Flamenco, Salsa, and Mambo. They'll be at Kingfish Grill on Sundays from mid-April through Mid-October.
Find out more »Beach Boys at the Amphitheatre
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre proudly presents pop music legends The Beach Boys in concert on April 15, 2018. Captained by Mike Love, The Beach Boys play an astoundingly busy schedule of concerts, averaging 150 shows a year, ranging from sundrenched summer festivals to gala New Year’s celebrations and special events across the globe. They've birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions. The fact that has greater significance is that they changed the musical…
Find out more »Dr. Dog at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Philadelphia Indie Rock group, Dr. Dog, and special guest Kyle Craft, will be at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on April 15th. Dr. Dog are part of a long tradition of D.I.Y. pop oddballs who blend unapologetic '60s pop worship with lo-fi recording techniques and an apparent disregard for current trends. The group began as a part-time offshoot of the more traditional indie rock act Raccoon. Over the course of several years, guitarist Toby Leaman and drummer Scott McMicken found…
Find out more »Pandas in 3D at IMAX
Pandas are beloved around the world, and now they are coming to the big screen in the IMAX® original film “Pandas”, a breathtaking documentary adventure and amazing experience for the whole family. At Chengdu Panda Base in China, scientists are dedicated to protecting the species by breeding adult Giant Pandas in order to introduce cubs into the wild. This film follows one such researcher, whose passion leads her to initiate a new technique inspired by a black bear program in…
Find out more »The Lone Bellow Returns to Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
The exuberant Americana trio The Lone Bellow returns to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall to perform on Monday, April 16, 2018. It’s been six years since The Lone Bellow was first formed by Zach Williams, multi-instrumentalist Kanene Donehey Pipkin, and guitarist Brian Elmquist. The Lone Bellow, which also now includes Jason Pipkin on keys/bass, has long nurtured a deep and highly personal connection with their music. With "Walk Into A Storm", their third studio album, out now via Descendant Records/…
Find out more »GTM Research Reserve/Marineland Lecture Series
The GTM Research Reserve, in collaboration with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure, invites the public to a free lecture that will be held at Marineland Dolphin Adventure. The program is presented the third Tuesday of the month and is part of an ongoing lecture series. The series is designed to help learn more about your coastal natural world and will feature a different speaker each month. During this months' lecture series, GTM Research Reserve's Education Coordinator Kenneth Rainer and Terran McGinnis,…
Find out more »One Night of Queen by Gary Mullen & The Works
Gary Mullen & The Works will return to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall to perform One Night of Queen on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. Gary Mullen won Great Britain’s ITV’s “Stars In Their Eyes” live grand finale in 2000 with the largest number of votes ever received on the show. He began touring on his own and in 2002 formed a band, The Works, to recreate and pay tribute to the rock legends that are Queen. Since 2002, Gary Mullen…
Find out more »2018 Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest
It's time for the 2018 Florida's Birding & Photo Fest April 18-22, featuring world-class photographers and instructors offering technical training opportunities and more birding in-field programs than ever before. Participants will benefit from insights and instruction from a collection of upper echelon international nature and wildlife photographers — a group that continues to solidify Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest as one of the premier events in North America. Great for beginner and advanced photographers, the GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education…
Find out more »Glen Phillips Performs at The Original Cafe Eleven
Enjoy the music of Glen Phillips when he performs at The Original Cafe Eleven on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Phillips, whose first band was Toad The Wet Sprocket, started touring the road as a solo act after their demise. He's released 5 solo records and two EPs, collaborated on two projects (Mutual Admiration Society and Works Progress Administration), released an EP with Plover (with Neilson Hubbard and Garrison Starr) and an album as RemoteTreeChildren (with Portland's John Askew). Special guest…
Find out more »Bruce Cockburn at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Canadian Music Hall of Famer and folk singer/songwriter, Bruce Cockburn, will be on stage at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. For 40 years, the Canadian musical legend has been capturing in song the essence of human experience while fiercely striving to make it better. Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. His remarkable journey has seen him embrace folk, jazz, rock and world beat styles while traveling to such far-flung places as Guatemala, Mali,…
Find out more »Zora Bora Gallery Artist Meet & Greet
Zora Bora Art Gallery welcomes you their Artist Meet & Greet to meet their newest artist, Kimberley ‘KARMA’ Guritz, this weekend beginning on Friday April 20th through Sunday April 22nd. The weekend artist’s reception will be held on the front lawn of the Gallery. Enjoy discovering contemporary fluid acrylic and resin artist, Kimberley ‘KARMA’ Guritz, whose bright colors-capes and Saint Augustine Beach honored works will be available for purchase. KARMA will be on site for questions, photo ops, and signings…
Find out more »Arbor Day Celebration St. Augustine Beach
Come join us at the Arbor Day Celebration at the St. Augustine Beach City Hall. Events include live music, free foods, educational activities for kids and adults, and fun. Smokey the Bear will be on site to greet children and help share information on the importance of trees and preventing the destruction of forests. The Arbor Day event is held annually to inspire people to plant, nurture, celebrate trees and bring awareness to their importance in our ecosystems. Exhibitors included:…
Find out more »Vilano Fest 2018…Tunes, Tastings, and Tours
Join us for Vilano Fest 2018...Tunes, Tastings, and Tours. Start off with the Sea Turtle Soiree on April 20 from 7:00pm-10:00pm. This event on the Vilano Pier brings back a 1920s themed party complete with an 8-piece band, food and drinks and partying under covered tents! The Tour of Homes on Saturday, April 21, from 10:00am until 6:00pm, showcases the great homes in the community that highlight the history, uniqueness, and novelty no other place possesses. Come be amazed by…
Find out more »Vinny Jacobs at Kingfish Grill
Vinny Jacobs, guitarist and vocalist, will be performing at Kingfish Grill. A versatile musician, Vinny specializes in solo acoustic classic rock as well as performing instrumental classical and Latin Guitar. He'll be performing on various dates from April through October.
Find out more »Bad Jews
Performed in the Koger-Gamache Studio Theatre, Bad Jews is a fierce, biting comedy about family, faith and what you choose to believe when you're chosen. April 20-May 13, 2018. Preview: April 19 Terrific Tuesday: April 24 Performance Times Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Sunday Matinees – 2:00 p.m For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit the Limelight Theatre website.
Find out more »Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
Country and bluegrass music legend, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, returns to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. By the age of 21, Ricky Skaggs was already considered a “recognized master” of one of America’s most demanding art forms, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. His life’s path has taken him from where it all began in bluegrass music, to various musical genres, to striking out on…
Find out more »Pups & Sups Surfing Competition
Join us at the 1st Annual Pups and Sups, a dog surfing contest to benefit K-9 for Warriors. All friendly dogs and their owners are welcome to compete or join us in cheering for the best and brightest! No experience necessary. Bring your own board or borrow one courtesy of Surf Station. Pawticipants will be able to compete in either the small, medium, or large divisions for prizes! Check-in Time: 8:00am-8:30am // Competition Start Time: 8:30am Registration is $40 /…
Find out more »Castillo De San Marcos Free Admission
National Park Week, April 21-29, 2018, is America's largest celebration of national heritage. Explore amazing places, discover open spaces! Celebrate by visiting our National Parks....especially on April 21st when admission is free! Come explore the Castillo de San Marcos! Don't forget Fort Matanzas National Monument is always free!
Find out more »EPIC’s Annual Flower & Garden Expo
Looking to enhance, revitalize or update your yard with vibrant, colorful plants and flowers? Then mark your calendars for our annual Flower & Garden Expo, a rain or shine event, every April! A popular event in NE Florida, the Flower and Garden Expo will delight gardeners of all ages with growers, nurseries and artisans from around the state offering shoppers every item to make your garden all it can be! Every year, this show features a variety of vendors bringing…
Find out more »Legacy Trust Home & Art Tour 2018
This year the Legacy Trust Home & Art Tour will begin at the Cultural Center with a breakfast from 9:00am-10:00am provided by KC's Kitchen. During the breakfast, guests may pick up their programs for the tour. The tour, from 10:00am-3:00pm, will feature four elegant homes; two in Marsh Landing, one in Oceanside, and one in Plantation. Each home will have beverages available. Two homes will have a drink tasting. Guests will be in charge of organizing their own transport. Register by…
Find out more »St Augustine Exotic Bird Expo
The St Augustine Exotic Bird Expo is an Exotic Bird event bringing a unique variety of vendors and bird breeders. Come talk and learn from breeders and suppliers. It's a great place to get a new feathered friend, cages, toys, supplies and food all in one place for sale to the public. Be sure to visit Paramount Aviary for their fantastic low price cages, Cesar’s Pets lots of birds, C P Birds, Dale’s Custom made Stands, Fancy Feathers Bird Toys,…
Find out more »Earth Day Celebration at Washington Oaks
Join the Friends of Washington Oaks for their 29th Annual Earth Day Celebration...a day of fun and environmental awareness! Environmental Exhibitors * Vendors * Nature Programs * Plant Sales * Live Animal Displays * Live Music * Children's Section Admission: $5 per vehicle
Find out more »Beacon Lake Grand Opening
Beacon Lake, a new lakefront lifestyle community in St. Johns County, will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, April 21, 2018. Guests will be among the first to tour five furnished model homes by Dream Finders Homes and Mattamy Homes. There will be live music, a kid’s fun zone, food trucks and the chance to win prizes and giveaways. The event is free and open to the public. Click on the event website link to pre-register. Check in at the…
Find out more »Adventures in Pet Care
Spend the afternoon at St. Augustine Humane Society learning about how to take care of the family pet at our Adventures in Pet Care event! Guests will have the opportunity to explore the various tents and get a stamp at each location to fill out a “passport” and win prizes! Learn about pet behavior, training, nutrition, microchips, parasite prevention, veterinary care, and grooming. Police K-9 units will be on-site to visit with our guests. Food trucks will be available for…
Find out more »Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
Anastasia State Park is hosting a Music in the Park Summer Concert Series in partnership with Island Beach Grill. Come enjoy a beautiful evening at Anastasia State Park, delicious food and drink from Island Beach Grill, and a wide variety of music from the featured musicians. Each concert will begin with an Open Jam Session from 5:00—6:00PM. Guests and local musicians will be welcomed to the stage to showcase their talents. That will be followed by a different local musician…
Find out more »Changing of the Guard Ceremony
The Changing of the Guard Ceremony commences at 6:00pm from the Colonial Quarter. One squad of soldiers, militia, and colonial civilians will march along Saint George Street to the area of the Government House where a historic interpreter will speak to the public giving them details of the performance. A short time later a second squad of soldiers will march along Saint George Street and also stop in front of the Government House. Commanding Officers will inspect the newly arrived…
Find out more »Castillo by Candlelight: Preserving the Past
In honor of National Parks Week, join us for Castillo by Candlelight: Preserving the Past. Visit the Castillo for an after-hours event from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm where you'll meet with Park Rangers and Volunteers as they share with visitors what they do to help protect our national treasures. Interpretation, maintenance, law enforcement, administration, natural resource management, volunteers, and partners all play roles is keeping places like the Castillo protected/preserved for future generations. This event is Free, but tickets…
Find out more »Modest Mouse Returns to the Amphitheatre
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre, in partnership with JaxLive and The Foundation, proudly announce the return of indie rock band Modest Mouse and special guest. Modest Mouse was originally scheduled to perform at the Amphitheare on September 7, 2017 and was postponed due to Hurricane Irma. Tickets from the September 7th concert will be honored on April 21, 2018. Patrons who cannot attend the rescheduled April 21, 2018 date may request a refund now through March 20, 2018; refunds are available…
Find out more »Gamble Rogers Concert Series
This months' concert in the Gamble Rogers Concert Series is the annual Board of Directors "free" concert. The event will feature a round-robin of Americana musical performances by The Obscure Brothers - Bob Patterson & Charlie Simmons, Jamie Defrates, John Dickie, Mike Lagasse, Paul Linser and Ed Lowe, and The Skinny. Doors open at 6:30pm / Music at 7:00pm. There will be light refreshments, merchandise, and a raffle. There will also be donation boxes for your pleasure and philanthropy. All…
Find out more »An Evening with Ballet Palm Beach
Spend An Evening with Ballet Palm Beach for their inaugural performance at Lewis Auditorium. Ballet Palm Beach presents a dynamic mixed bill featuring a range of styles from classical ballet to modern works including Balanchine’s charming Who Cares? and Christopher Huggins’ poignant The List. Ticket prices range from $19-$45. Call 561-814-5598 or 1-800-297-8309 during box office hours Monday to Friday 10am- 5pm or click on the event website link to purchase your tickets.
Find out more »2nd Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out
Artists are invited to participate in an 8-day, community-wide Plein Air Paint Out in the nation's oldest city, St. Augustine. The event celebrates the town's historic, architectural and coastal beauty through the time-honored tradition of painting "en plein air", a French term for painting in the open air. Special events and activities will take place throughout the week beginning with a Quick Draw at the Lightner Museum Gardens on Sunday, April 22, from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm. The public is…
Find out more »Full Circle Festival
Join us for the Full Circle Festival, formally known as "Keepers of the Coast Annual Sea Turtle Festival", now with much more! Come see what's new! Stroll through the park and speak with local businesses that are embracing sustainability. Solar displays, garden and compost workshops, green building ideas, Toyota Prius viewing, local food trucks, eco-chic clothing companies, outdoor inspired lifestyle companies, and much more! Eco-Friendly Vendors * Children's Environmental & Educational Activities * Workshops * Fundraising Raffles * Food Truck…
Find out more »Transform Your World Youth Rally
Middle school and high school Youth are invited to attend the "Transform Your World" Youth Rally on Sunday, April 22 at Shores United Methodist Church. Come and see Bible characters come to life in the exciting "One Man Show" dramatic ministry of Rev. Mark Winter. There will be food, games, and music. The event is free and all teens are welcome. For more information, call 904-797-4416.
Find out more »Drama Evangelist, Mark Winter Brings Bible to Life
See Bible characters come to life in the exciting “One Man Show” dramatic ministry of Rev. Mark Winter at Shores United Methodist Church. Winter combines drama, song, scripture, video, and monologues to share a message of God’s love for us, as exemplified through the life of Jesus; “Transform Your World” is the dramatic focus. Service Dates and Times Sunday, April 22, 2018 -- 6:00pm-7:00pm Monday, April 23, 2018 -- 7:00pm-8:00pm Tuesday, April 24, 2018 -- 7:00pm-8:00pm All services are free…
Find out more »Concert at St Anastasia Catholic Church
Join us on Sunday, April 22, for a Concert at St Anastasia Catholic Church. This will be a reprise performance by the Jacksonville University Symphony Orchestra. The JUSO performed last April on a Sunday afternoon and all in attendance were delighted by orchestra's performance under the direction of Dr. Marguerite Richardson. It was truly a highlight of the season to hear a full symphony orchestra resounding throughout the church; the acoustics of the space seemed to have been designed with…
Find out more »Huey Lewis and The News Concert Cancelled
The Huey Lewis and The News Concert, with special guest Richard Marx, has been cancelled. In a statement to his Florida fans, Huey Lewis said, “I’m so sorry to have cancelled shows in one of my favorite places. I’m going through some medical problems at the moment which forbid me from performing, but I’m confident that I will be okay and back on the road soon. Thank you for understanding, and I promise to make it up to you soon.”…
Find out more »Old 97’s Return to Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Pioneering, alt-country rock group Old 97's return to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Sunday, April 22, 2018. To say that rock and roll has been good to the Old 97's (guitarist/vocalist Rhett Miller, bassist/vocalist Murry Hammond, guitarist Ken Bethea, and drummer Philip Peeples), would be an understatement. The band emerged from Dallas over 20 years ago at the forefront of a musical movement blending rootsy, country-influenced songwriting with punk rock energy and delivery. The New York Times has described…
Find out more »Friends of the Library Lecture Series
During the Friends of the Library Lecture Series, learn the History of the National Guard. Most are familiar with the Florida National Guard in recent dealings with hurricanes. But what exactly have they done historically? Alison Simpson, Historian for the Florida National Guard, will be lecturing on the barracks and also a brief history of the Florida National Guard. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Find out more »Night Market at Amphitheatre
When you’re looking for things to do in St. Augustine, keep in mind that the city hosts several markets on a weekly basis. St. Augustine’s newest market is the Night Market. On the 4th Tuesday of each month, beginning on March 27, 2018, there will be a Night Market at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Hosting up to 70 vendors specializing in handmade crafts and goods, the Night Market meets the demand for locally-made goods and gifts. Live entertainment and activities will also be featured. …
Find out more »Celebrating Earth Day Recycling Event
In observance of Earth Day 2018, and in conjunction with its' focus on diverting recyclable items away from the landfill, the City of St. Augustine Public Works Department is coordinating a Celebrating Earth Day Recycling Event. This one-day community recycle and education event on Wednesday, April 25, is free for residents. It takes place as a drive through service, on the north side of Francis Field. Participants are encouraged to drop off outdated and broken "E-waste" (electronic devices) such as…
Find out more »GTM Research Reserve Afternoon Insight Lecture Series
Visitors can learn about plant and animal life found in estuarine habitats through the Afternoon Insight Lecture Series. Get a closer look at a new topic each themed month, led by knowledgeable volunteer docents as well as researchers and members of environmental organizations. This month Arleen and Alan Bessette will present, "Florida's Beautiful & Unique Mushrooms: A Photographic Foray". A brief introduction to some of the common uses of mushrooms and their role in ecology will be presented. A photographic…
Find out more »5th Annual St. Jude Miracle on the Bayfront Gala
Join us for the 5th Annual St. Jude Miracle on the Bayfront Gala emceed by St. Augustine Attorney Patrick Canan and Jessica Clark, First Coast News. The event will feature a cocktail hour with live entertainment by 5 O’clock Shadow, a dinner program, silent and live auctions, and will conclude with dancing and desserts during the roof top After-Party. 6:00 pm Cocktail Hour / 7:00 pm Program Tickets: Individual - $150 / Table of 10 - $1,500 For more information,…
Find out more »10,000 Maniacs Onstage at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
10,000 Maniacs, the pioneering Nineties alternative and college rock group, will be onstage at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on April 25, 2018. One of the most critically acclaimed bands of the last three decades, 10,000 Maniacs were founded by Robert Buck, Dennis Drew, Steven Gustafson, John Lombardo and Natalie Merchant in the fall of 1981. Jerry Augustyniak joined in 1983. Together with artists like R.E.M. they defined college rock and created the first wave of alternative rock bands and…
Find out more »Lightner After Hours
Join us on the last Thursday of the month for 'Lightner After Hours'...this month with a new twist, it'll be hosted on the first floor and will include a new and entertaining adult version of the museum's popular scavenger hunt. Participants will be entered into a raffle to win local goods. Museum docents will be on-hand to talk to guests about their favorite (and possibly least favorite) parts of the collections and the Alcazar Hotel. Local artist, Ramona, will perform for…
Find out more »Gregory Fraser Ruggiero at Kingfish Grill
Gregory Fraser Ruggiero will be performing at Kingfish Grill. You can listen to his music on various dates April through October.
Find out more »Luminous Passages Exhibition Opening
Luminous Passages, an Exhibition of Works by Candace Knapp & Ron Vellucci, will be on display in the Main Gallery at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra April 27 - June 2, 2018. The featured works beautifully exist in 2D and 3D space. Knapp presents new paintings inspired by observations of light and shapes in nature, by reflections of water. Her work depicts a peaceful inner reality and acts as a meditation on color and light. Vellucci's wall sculptures nicely…
Find out more »First Coast Pastel Society’s Juried Members Show Opening Reception
The First Coast Pastel Society's Juried Members Show will be featured in the Scene Gallery at the Cultural Center from April 27 through June 2, 2018 with the Opening Reception and Award Presentation on April 27th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, Christine Ivers, will be jurying the exhibit. Currently a board member of the International Association of Pastel Associations and a past board member of the Pastel Society of America, Ivers will…
Find out more »Yanni at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Legendary performer and composer Yanni will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Live at the Acropolis live on stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Live at the Acropolis, released in 1994, is the first ever live album and concert video from the maestro. Recorded at the Herodes Atticus Theatre in Athens with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra from London, the concert took a year and a half to complete. The album was mixed and produced by Yanni in his home studio…
Find out more »Apex Theatre Studio’s High School Musical
Apex Theatre Studio’s second annual spring musical, the beloved Disney favorite, “High School Musical”, will be performed at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on April 27th & 28th. Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life onstage as Troy, Gabriella, and the students of “East High” must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show features talented young performers between the ages of 11-18 from a wide range of…
Find out more »Youth Car Wash Fundraiser
The SWAG Youth Group of Shores United Methodist Church will hold a Car Wash from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at the church parking lot. The church is located at 724 Shores Blvd., between the golf course and Hartley Elementary. All donations will help defray the costs of the group attending the Warren Willis Summer Camp in Fruitland, Florida. For more information, call 797-4416.
Find out more »St. Augustine Family Fun Fest 2018
Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine is hosting the 3rd Annual St. Augustine Family Fun Fest on Saturday, April 28, 2018. This dynamic all day festival is filled with activities for the KIDS and the KID-IN YOU! There will be live community entertainment, “Be the Hamster” Snow Cones, Jumperamas, Face Painting, DJ Line Dancing, Games, Golf Activities, appearances by local Law Enforcement and Military, Fire Trucks, Car Smash, Costumed Characters, Community Education, Crafts, Raffle Items, Vendors, Beer, Food Trucks and MORE! …
Find out more »7th Annual Feel the Wheels
Come feel the wheels where kids and their families can explore and get in the driver's seat at the 7th Annual Feel the Wheels, hosted by the Junior Service League of St. Augustine. This fun family-friendly event features vehicles of ALL kinds from ATVs, classic and race cars, motorcycles, monster trucks, Ancient City Ghostbusters, Hamster Time sno-cones, a helicopter, the SJC Library Bookmobile, kids crafts and activities, music, entertainment, food trucks and treats, superhero & Disney character appearances, the WJXT…
Find out more »Luminous Passages Exhibit
Luminous Passages, an exhibition of works by Candace Knapp & Ron Vellucci, will be on display in the Main Gallery at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra starting with an Exhibition Opening on April 27 from 6pm-8pm, through June 2, 2018. Knapp presents new paintings inspired by observations of light and shapes in nature, by reflections of water. Her work depicts a peaceful inner reality and acts as a meditation on color and light. Vellucci's wall sculptures nicely balance Knapp's…
Find out more »First Coast Pastel Society’s Juried Members Show
The First Coast Pastel Society's Juried Members Show will be featured in the Scene Gallery at the Cultural Center from April 27 through June 2, 2018 with the Opening Reception and Award Presentation on April 27th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America, Christine Ivers, will be jurying the exhibit. Currently a board member of the International Association of Pastel Associations and a past board member of the Pastel Society of America, Ivers will…
Find out more »Roscolusa Songwriters Festival
It's time for the 7th Annual Roscolusa Songwriters Festival....where singer/songwriters from Nashville, TN perform popular music by the original songwriters themselves. You'll not only get to hear hit songs, you'll get to hear the stories behind them. Also on hand will be local Food Trucks, a play area for kids, and a Teen Zone. A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund. Their mission is to help families tackle childhood cancer by providing comprehensive financial, emotional,…
Find out more »Elizabeth Roth Performs During Uptown Saturday
Elizabeth Roth, one of the best known solo acoustic musicians in North Florida, will be performing in front of Cool and Collected during Uptown Saturday Night. Her repertoire is extensive with songs ranging in style from old standards, to folk, rock, modern country and contemporary popular music.
Find out more »Gatsby’s Lost Generation
Gatsby is Back! The Greatest Event in St. Augustine! VW of St. Augustine is at it again...this year with Gatsby's Lost Generation from 7:00pm-11:00pm April 28th at the Lightner Musuem. Look out Lightner Museum...here they come! Enjoy some amazing, live jazz music. Ramona and Chelsea Saddler's new band, Inner Alchemy, will be starting things off right and Mama Blue will be closing down the party. Light hors d'oeuvres provided by Cafe Alcazar will get you in the 1920's mindset. Beautiful…
Find out more »The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko
St. Augustine's Most Amazing Performance! The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko is a professionally produced performance filled with Incredible Illusions, Hilarious Comedy, and Adventurous Audience Participation. Whether you are staring in awe as Viktor floats an audience member above the stage, laughing hysterically as he demonstrates his ability as a Human Lie Detector, or applauding wildly as he reads your mind, The Magic & Mentalism of Viktor Zenko will be one of the highlights of your visit to St.…
Find out more »Tour de Forts Classic
The North Florida Bicycle Club annual Tour de Forts Classic is a one-day bicycle event designed for all road cyclists. Come ride in the footsteps of history on all new routes on coastal roads past the Castillo de San Marcos to Fort Matanzas! Ride through farmlands on the Palatka-to-St. Augustine State Trail and along the St. Johns River for a longer route. Take your pick of five routes: 25, 37, 56, 70 and 100 miles. We’ll provide pre-ride snacks, rest…
Find out more »Annual Taste of St. Augustine at Amphitheatre
Everyone likes to eat! The annual Taste of St. Augustine highlights the culinary heritage and culture of St. Johns County by showcasing new restaurants and established favorites. Sample our local cuisine and learn about our area’s food culture! You'll be greeted with the sights, sounds and delectable aromas from an eclectic mix of St. Augustine restaurants – from the casual to the upscale. When you pay your $5 admission (children admitted free and free parking), you'll receive a map which…
Find out more »Race To The Taste 5K
The Race to The Taste 5K is an annual run/walk that cuts through the historic Anastasia State Park and surrounding neighborhoods! This race is meant for everyone! Feel like walking? No problem! We encourage people to bring their kids and strollers too! Everyone who attends the Race to the Taste is encouraged to dress the part in their favorite Rock ‘n Roll gear! After the race, relax and and enjoy live music on the St. Augustine Amphitheatre stage, along with…
Find out more »Nature Hike at Washington Oaks
Get outdoors and explore nature with a guide. Join us for a Nature Hike at Washington Oaks. This easy 1-mile hike is with a Ranger. Meet at the picnic area. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. The hike is included with park entry. Admission: $5.00 per vehicle, limit 2-8 people per vehicle / $4.00 single occupant vehicle / $2.00 pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass. Please use the honor box…
Find out more »Music in the Box at Limelight Theatre
Limelight Theatre presents Music In The Box on the last Sunday of the month through the end of October. It's an opportunity to enjoy live acoustic music by some of the area's talented musicians and bands. They'll be performing in the Koger-Gamache Studio Theatre, a 75-seat black box space. Music begins at 6:00pm. The $5 admission goes to the musician. Beer, wine, soda, water and snacks are available in the lobby. Free parking onsite and street-side. For additional information, call…
Find out more »Moonrise at the Beach
Join us at the beachside pavilion to watch the full moon rise at the beach. Learn fun and interesting moon myths and facts and the effects of the moon on the tidal ecosystem while enjoying the spectacular rise of the full moon. All ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a camera for beautiful photo opportunities! Meet at the beachside pavilion on the east side of the park. This event is subject to cancellation due to weather…
Find out more »Cuz We Love Cuz Benefit Concert
JJ Grey & Mofro, North Florida's very own soulful southern swamp rock group, will be performing 'Cuz We Love Cuz", a Benefit Concert to help Buddy Long receive chemo. From the days of playing greasy local juke joints to headlining major festivals, JJ Grey remains an unfettered, blissful performer, singing with a blue-collared spirit over the bone-deep grooves of his compositions. Grey delivers his songs with compassion and a relentless honesty, but perhaps not until new album "Ol’ Glory" has…
Find out more »Katelyn’s Champions for St. Jude Golf Classic
At the 3rd annual Katelyn’s Champions for St. Jude Golf Classic unite with golfers of all skill levels for 18 holes that make an impact on the lives of children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases in Florida and around the world. Enjoy a round of golf at the beautiful St. Johns Golf and Country Club. There will also be food, live entertainment, and a silent auction. All proceeds from this event benefit the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. Ticket…
Find out more »FDOT Open House San Marco Resurfacing Project
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host an informal construction project open house Monday, April 30 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the St. Augustine Main Library. The purpose of the open house is to provide the public with details regarding upcoming resurfacing improvements on S.R. 5A (San Marco Avenue/A1A) from King Street to S.R. 16. The $1.8 million project is scheduled to begin early May and is projected for a spring 2019 completion, weather and schedule permitting.…
Find out more »Food, Wine, Beer & Carriage Tours!
Eat, Drink and Experience St. Augustine with The Tasting Tours! Food, Wine and Beer…need we say more?! TASTE the difference as you TOUR ST. AUGUSTINE! Experience one of the highest rated food tour companies in Florida! As seen in Travel and Leisure Magazine, The Tasting Tours is ranked #1 for the best activities to do in St. Augustine! We offer 3-hour award-winning food and wine pairing tours, that explore the exciting history and culture, which makes St. Augustine a top…
Find out more »Victor Wooten’s “Fun & Funk Xplosion Tour”
GRAMMY award-winning bass player and composer Victor Wooten and his "Fun & Funk Xplosion Tour" with special guest Sinbad and featuring Regi Wooten, Roy "Futureman" Wooten, and Bob Franceschini will be performing at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on May 1, 2018. Victor Lemonte Wooten is a unique human being, learning to play music at the tender age of two. He started performing in nightclubs and theaters as the bassist with the family band at age five, and at age…
Find out more »Lightner Museum Curator Tour
On the first Wednesday of the month (September – May), join Lightner Museum Curator Barry Myers for a themed, interactive tour designed to give participants an opportunity to see acquisitions in operation rather than just as static displays. The tour offers guests an intimate encounter with a select few of the Lightner's eclectic relics. Shopping was alive and robust during the Victorian era. The Lightner Museum, which was formerly the Alcazar Hotel built by Henry Flagler in 1888, was surrounded…
Find out more »Food Tours, Pub Tours, Pet-Friendly, History, Scavenger Hunts
Are you looking for the MOST FUN TOURS in St. Augustine? Join us on one of our #1 RATED TOURS IN THE CITY. We offer delectable Food Tours, Fun and Entertaining Pub Crawls, and Exciting Historic and Pub Crawl Scavenger Hunts and straight up Historic Walking Tours. We also offer fun Pet-Friendly versions of our Food Tour, Historic Pub Crawl & Walking Tour for you and your best friend. Take your group on a St Augustine Scavenger Hunts for everyone…
Find out more »St. Augustine Historical Society Speaker Series
The St. Augustine Historical Society celebrates their Centennial year of ownership and care of the Oldest House and Tovar House with a Speaker Series that focuses on historic preservation. Join us when Marty Hylton, Program Director of Historic Preservation, University of Florida College of Design Construction and Planning, and Program Director of the Preservation Institute St. Augustine (PISA), will present ‘The Future of St. Augustine’s Past: Digital Preservation’. Free and open to the public, the presentation is in the Flagler…
Find out more »Fort Mose Kayak Trip – Intermediate Level
St. Johns County Parks & Rec, in partnershiop with the State Park Service, is hosting a guided kayak trip of the Tolomato River and Robinson Creek. The trip will conclude at Fort Mose State Park where participants will learn about the history of the Fort Mose and tour the museum. Schedule Thursday, May 3 - 11:30am Friday, May 4 - 12:00pm Saturday, May 5 - 1:00pm Sunday, May 6 - 1:30pm Thursday, May 17 - 11:00am Friday, May 18 …
Find out more »Dalla Luce Della Luna, Wine & Food Pairing
Join us at the Parlor Room for Dalla Luce Della Luna - Wine & Food Pairing, an evening of Italian wines paired with delicious bites presented by DOS Cofffee & Wine. Tickets are $89/pair. Space is limited! To purchase and reserve your spot, call the Parlor Room at 352-440-5146.
Find out more »Matthew Logan Vasquez at The Original Cafe Eleven
Don't miss Matthew Logan Vasquez when he performs at The Original Cafe Eleven on May 3, 2018. In 2015, after a decade since founding his critically acclaimed band, Delta Spirit, Matthew went solo. The reasons were simple..to return to the style of rock he loves. And when he went solo, he REALLY went solo. He plays every instrument on the record he released, except for two drum tracks and one guitar track. You'll hear his new material and you will…
Find out more »Romanza Festivale of the Arts
Join us for the Romanza Festivale of the Arts celebrating the arts and music. This annual event, held May 4-13, 2018, features more than 80 events and exhibits and is at various venues in St. Augustine. Daily events include music and dance performances, concerts, art shows, dramatic productions, and much more at various times and locations throughout the city. Some of the events include the Gamble Rogers Music Festival, Kaleidoscope of Dance, Cindo de Mayo Celebration, and more. Many events…
Find out more »St. Augustine Art Association Opening Reception
Join us from 5:00pm-9:00pm at the St. Augustine Art Association during the First Friday Art Walk for the Opening Reception of new exhibits and presentations. Visit the Art Association's website for all the details on the current months' exhibit; they change on a monthly basis. During this month's event, the award winning plein air artisits will be announced at 7:00pm followed by a musical performance by First Coast Opera, "Opera Ole". The event is free and open to the public.…
Find out more »First Friday Art Walk at High Tide Gallery
Join us for First Friday Art Walk at High Tide Gallery featuring "St. Augustine Through A Local's Eyes" photos by Andrew Barkalow of Saltwater Images .... *A*N*D* a mouthwatering menu by artist Steve Ryder: a Middle Eastern Feast Platter...fresh sun dried tomato hummus, cumin seed chapati bread, stuffed grape leaves, cucumber-feta-olives....!! Also, we have a wide selection of amazing Mothers Day gifts! The Gallery features about 30 local artists in the areas of painting, photography, stained glass, coastal pottery, jewelry,…
Find out more »23rd Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival
The 23rd Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival will be held May 4-6, 2018 at the Colonial Quarter. Under the umbrella of the Romanza Festivale of the Arts, the festival features live Americana music, storytelling, family activities and more. Local, regional, and national groups will be performing on four stages. Along with three full days of great music, the Gamble Rogers Festival offers plenty of food and drink available at the Colonial Quarter's restaurants and beverage sales areas, a jam area,…
Find out more »First Friday Art Walk Recital at the Cathedral Rescheduledf
The First Friday Art Walk Recital at the Cathedral Basilica has been rescheduled for the following Friday, May 11th due to the other events occuring downtown at the same time. The concert will feature Shannon McKay, the Principal Organist at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. A consummate musician and organist and sought-after accompanist for many St. Augustine Musical organizations, Ms. McKay will perform the “Modale Suite” of Flor Peeters, Josef Rheinberger’s “Sonata in A minor, Op. 98” and shorter…
Find out more »Grapes of Roth at Zaharias
Enjoy the sounds of The Grapes of Roth when they perform at Zaharias Restaurant. Listen to your favorites from the classic rock and dance catalogue of the 60' & 70's to present day.
Find out more »Tabasco Brothers at Kingfish Grill
Come to Kingfish Grill on the first Friday of the month to enjoy the sounds of the Tabasco Brothers. They'll be performing May through October.
Find out more »Free Concerts During Romanza Festivale
Come enjoy one or all of the 20+ Free Concerts during Romanza Festivale of the Arts, May 4-13, 2018 at various venues throughout downtown St. Augustine. They range from Chamber Music, Young Performers, A Little Night Music, and a special event on May 6 at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, Hot Hot Harmony. Concert Schedule May 4 -- 7:00pm-9:00pm - Romanza Festivale Opening Night -- The Wobbly Toms in the Gazebo of the Plaza de la Constitucion May 4 -- …
Find out more »Little Big Town’s “The Breakers Tour”
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre proudly presents Grammy award-winning County music vocal group Little Big Town and their “The Breakers Tour” featuring Kacey Musgraves and Midland live in concert. After launching a historic sold-out year-long residency at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium, Grammy Award-winning vocal group, Little Big Town, announced they will bring their critically-acclaimed harmonies to arenas and amphitheaters nationwide. One of the most well-respected and beloved entertainers in music today, the genre-defying group has “expanded their audience beyond Tennessee" (USA Today) as well as “the…
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