My Fabulous Florida: March 2013

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The Fair- March 13-31, Miami

Friday, March 22, 2013

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Miami Film Month

Miami Film Month- March 2013

Friday, March 22, 2013

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Easter Brunch at Delano & Shore Club (Miami)

Thursday, March 21, 2013

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St. Augustine activities

St. Augustine Weekend Events & Activities

Friday: March 22

Yo Gabba Gabba Live! - State-of-the-art production and interactive experience for kids and adults of all ages. Hip-hop legend Biz Markie joins the cast for this tour titled "Get the Sillies Out." Gates open at 5 p.m. and the show begins at 6 p.m. at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A. Tickets are $45, $35, and $25. www.staugamphitheatre.com 904-471-1965

Friday, Saturday & Saturday: March 22, 23 & 24

St. Augustine Chalk Walk Festival

This St. Augustine 450th Anniversary event begins at 7 p.m. on Friday with a Chalk Walk party. Then, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, more than 70 artists will use the 500-year old art form of chalking to express St. Augustine's Spanish Colonial heritage on the sidewalks between the Historic Downtown Parking Facility and the Visitor Information Center at 10 West Castillo Dr. Cash prizes will be presented for the best sidewalk creations. This is a free event for people of all ages to participate and create. Sunday is a full day of public viewing ending with a sidewalk washing. www.staugustinechalkwalk.com

Cross Roads: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Norton Baskin in Unguarded Moments - Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings' search for a good marriage after her divorce is the theme of this play presented in the Flagler Room of Flagler College, 74 King Street in St. Augustine. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Tickets are $20. 904-710-1782.

Luxury Sunset Eco Tours - Ride the tide with paddle into the sunset on a guided tour with Ripple Effect eco Tours. Swirls of color paint the nighttime sky as learn about the natural mystery of the estuary. The tour is from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday and Sunday and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday. The tours depart from the Marineland Marina, 101 Tolstoy Lane, St. Augustine (Marineland). The $55 adults and $45 for 15 years or younger fee includes the finest kayaking equipment and guided service. www.rippleeffectecotours.com

904-347-1565

Limelight Theatre Presents: The Rainmaker - Richard Nash's play about the Curry family and their hopes of a marriage and rain during the American Depression Era. Performance times are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. All performances take place at the Limelight Theatre, located at 11 Old Mission Ave. in St. Augustine. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and $20 for students and military. 904-825-1164 www.limelight-theatre.org

Saturday: March 23

Garden + History Tour of Washington Oaks Gardens - Washington Oaks Gardens State Park Ranger Dixon will share a stroll through the formal Gardens and provide the history of the Washington Oaks Historic District from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ranger Dixon will share her passion about the various flowers, plants, and butterfly species that the park has to offer. Admission to the park is $5 per vehicle and $2 for pedestrians or bicyclists. The park is located at 6400 North Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast, FL. www.FloridaStateParks.org/

Artbreakers 2013 Music & Art Festival - "Back to the 70's" themed event will feature a 90-minute performance by Derek St. Holmes, the original lead vocalist for the Ted Nugent Band. The event also features a silent auction, prizes for the best 70's attire and the Cancer Support Services and Info Tent. The event is a fund raiser for Artbreakers -- a non-profit organization supporting St. Johns County cancer patients. The event takes place 5:30 p.m. at Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth, 11 Magnolia Ave. in St. Augustine. Tickets are $10 each. www.artbreakers.org 904-599-2551

4th Annual Ponte Vedra Beach Home & Art Tour - Sponsored by Legacy Trust, this 4th annual tour features outstanding creativity in architecture and interior design at five exquisite homes in beautiful Ponte Vedra Beach. This year's tour will showcase the artwork in each home and how each homeowner incorporated art and color into the design and furnishings of their home. Artists and interior designers will be special guests who will be onsite to meet the public and talk about their work. While each home will be staffed with volunteers form the Cultural Center, the program is a self-guided tour. Patrons will use their own transportation to get to and from each home. A map will be provided in the program for ticket holders. Tour proceeds benefit the programs of the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets for the 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. tour are $30 and can be purchased online at www.ccpvb.org or by calling 904-280-0614.

Spanish Garrison's Grand Muster - St. Augustine's Spanish Garrison conducts a colorful grand muster from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Activities and an encampment depicting 18th century Spanish military arts and garrison take place throughout the day at the Colonial Quarter and Castillo de San Marcos. At 8 p.m., the Garrison's Torchlight Parade begins at the Castillo and ends at the Governor's Palace on the Plaza. Visitors are invited to follow the parade. www.staugustinegarrison.com

Kayaking Old City Style - Guided 2-hour eco tour provides a unique perspective of the historic Castillo de San Marcosand gorgeous views of the bay front. An interpretive guide identifies wildlife along the way and explains local salt marsh ecology. No experience necessary. Stable tandem kayaks make the paddle enjoyable for all. The tour costs $40/paddler. Tours depart at 10 a.m. from St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez. 904-377-7245 www.staugustineecotours.com

Saturday & Sunday: March 23 & 24

Old Town Art & Craft Show - Celebrate spring at this juried art and fine craft show featuring outstanding artists and craftsmen from St. Augustine and around the country. Features the very best from exquisite jewelry to funky and functional pottery, abstract sculpture to glistening glass, hand-woven fashions to stunning photography, extraordinary paintings to wonderful wood carvings - and much more! Show hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days. Held at Francis Field, 25 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. Free admission. 904-794-0084 www.OldTownArtShow.com

Through The Keyhole - Experience a Victorian Era tradition -- afternoon tea, while learning the bygone taboos of mystic parlor games such as tea-leaf reading, pendulum dowsing and the talking spirit board. Tea will be served at 2 p.m. in the Upstairs Tea Room of the Spice and Tea Exchange, 59 Hypolita St. in St. Augustine. The cost is $25 per person.

904-671-5010.

Sunday: March 24

Blessing of the Fleet - In an annual event dating back to St. Augustine's earliest history, watercraft from trawlers and yachts to sailboats and motor craft - all decorated with flags and bunting --receive this special blessing from the Bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine. The ceremony begins at noon with a procession from the Cathedral Basilica along the Plaza de La Constitucion to the St. Augustine Municipal Marina. 904-824-9725. Blessing of the Feet.

Emma Concert Series: Dance Alive National Ballet - Dance Alive, featuring an international roster of award-winning dancers, performs at 2 p.m. in the Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada St. in St. Augustine. Tickets are $30. www.EmmaConcerts.com 904-797-2800

Murder in The Old City - A murder mystery in the nation's oldest city combined with great dining creates a memorable and enjoyable evening of entertainment. Tickets to this five-star dinner theatre experience at the Raintree Restaurant are $39.95. Dinner served at 6 p.m., show begins 7 p.m. Raintree Restuarant is located at 102 San Marco Ave. 904-824-7211

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The Best St. Patrick's Day Street Parties in Miami

Friday, March 15, 2013

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Pub crawl

This Weekend in St. Augustine

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Thursday: March 14

Discover First America Series "Revolt in Revolutionary War St. Augustine" - A colorful and exciting look at life in loyalist Florida. Sponsored by the Colonial Quarter, this program is part of the 500th Commemoration of Ponce de Leon's discovery of La Florida and takes place at 7 p.m. at the Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada St. Admission is free. www.StAugustine-450.com

Sunset Sail - The Schooner Freedom hosts a sunset sail with local musician Scott Sweet of Grampa's Music playing an acoustic set live on board. The 2-hour sail will depart at 6:15 p.m. from the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, and costs $45 per adult. It will include complimentary soda, water, beer, and wine. 904-810-1010

www.schoonerfreedom.com

Friday: March 15

Music Walk on the Boulevard - From 5-9 p.m. on the third Friday of the month, local businesses on St. Augustine's Anastasia Boulevard host a special event featuring live music and drink specials at restaurants along the boulevard which begins at the east end of the Bridge of Lions. This week's musical entertainment features Gove Scrivenor. The Standard, Black Fly, RAW Martini and Gas restaurants (9, 108, 113 and 200 Anastasia Blvd.) along with local boutiques host the event. 904-201-6300

Friday & Saturday: March 15 & 16

Paranormal Investigation of the Old Jail - Explore one of the most haunted buildings in St Augustine, The Old Jail, wiht 2Ghouls Events. Hear sinister accounts of life inside the Victorian prison. Conduct your own investigation with professional equipment. The investigation begins at 10:30 p.m. at the Old Jail, 167 San Marcos Avenue in St. Augustine. Tickets are $80 per person. 904-671-5010

St. Patrick's Day Weekend Pub Tour - Informative and interactive guided St. Patty's Pub Crawl of St. Augustine. The two-hour walking tour stops at 4 or 5 venues for tastings and a stop at an award-winning micro-brewery where the master brewer will share fun facts about brewing beer, The tour, including beer samples, is $49 per person. ww.thetastingtours.com

904-386-5482

Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company - This world-class flamenco troupe performs at 7 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A in St. Augustine. Tickets are $20; $15 for seniors/military; and $10 students. www.StAugAmphitheatre.com 904-471-1965

Friday & Sunday: March 15 & 17

Nobody In My Family Ever Wore A Kilt - A comedy everyone will enjoy.....Performances times at the Pioneer Barn at Fort Menendez, 259 San Marco Avenue in St. Augustine are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $20 for general admission; $15 for students and groups of 15 or more. www.fortmenendez.com 904-824-8874

Saturday: March 16

Pet Friendly Savory Faire Food Tour - Join St. Augustine City Walks on this unique 'pet friendly' version of thier original, award-winning food tour! Your furry friends can join in on all the fun as you taste your way through St. Augustine's rich history and culinary influences. Tour begins at 1:30 p.m. at Tour Saint Augustine, 4 Granada St, and lasts approximately 2.5hrs. Tickets are $49 pp and space is limited. www.StAugustineCityWalks.com 904.825.0087.

R.I.P - Ripley's Investigates the Paranormal - Join Ripley's Investigators of the Paranormal and between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm as Ripley's St. Augustine kicks off its new paranormal tours. Ripley's will hold free tutorials on how to utilize paranormal investigative equipment - including laser grids, infrared ID digital thermometers, EMF meters and e-smog scouts, which detect electromagnetic fields and produce sound equivalents. There will be lots of music, fun, ticket giveaways and an appearance by Mr. X, a mysterious guest wiht a hauniting past at Ripley's Castle Warden. Ripley's is located at 19 San Marco Avenue. www.findmrX.com. 904-824-1606.

Celtic Pub Crawl - Beat the rush and start the celebrations early! Join St. Augustine City Walks for a fun Celtic themed version of the original, world-famous St. Augustine Pub Crawl. You'll explore all the hot-spots and drink with new friends, while learning about Celtic history and its heritage right here in St. Augustine. Tour begins at 2 p.m. $39 pp all-inclusive. Space is limited. ww.StAugustineCityWalks.com 904-825-0087

Castillo By Candlelight - Night tours by candlelight will be from 6 -9 p.m. at the Castillo de San Marcos, 1 South Castillo Drive. Revisit the events of the Second Seminole War from the eyes of a United States Army Sergeant. Admission is $8 per adult ages 15 and older; $4 per child 5 - 15; and free for children 4 and younger. www.nps.gov/casa

AWOLNATION Concert - Electronic and Indie rock group AWOLNATION will perform at 8 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach. Reserved seats are $22.50 in advance; $25 day of show. www.pvconcerthall.com 904-209-0399

St. Patrick's Day Kayak Adventure - Guided 2-hour eco tour provides an opportunity to paddle into the estuary, one of the earth's most productive habitats. Learn about fascinating creatures big and small - from the great egret to the eastern oyster. No experience necessary. Stable tandem kayaks make the paddle enjoyable for all. The tour departs from the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, and costs $40/adult paddler and $30/kids ages 6 -12. For time and reservations call 904-377-7245; www.staugustineecotours.com

Saturday & Sunday: March 16 & 17

Historic Plaza Stroll - Guided historic walking tour of St. Augustine's downtown features little-known secrets, legends and informative stories that are fun and entertaining. The 60-90 minute tour begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 per person and space is limited. For reservations and information: 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineCityWalks.com

Sunday: March 17

Matchbox Twenty Concert - Five-time Grammy Award nominee Matchbox Twenty performs at 7 p.m. at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A in St. Augustine. This tour celebrates the group's blockbuster album NORTH. Tickets range from $39.50 to $75. Info: www.StAugAmphitheatre.com 904-471-1965

Murder in The Old City

A murder mystery in the nation's oldest city combined with great dining creates a memorable and enjoyable evening of entertainment. Tickets to this five-star dinner theatre experience at the Raintree Restaurant are $39.95. Dinner served at 6 p.m., show begins 7 p.m. Raintree Restuarant is located at 102 San Marco Ave. 904-824-7211

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St. Augustine weekend events activities

This Weekend in St. Augustine

Friday, March 08, 2013

Friday: March 8

Celtic Whiskey Tasting - The Whiskey Tasting includes 5 offerings and a general admission ticket to the Celtic Festival -- all for $30. The tasting will be held at the 2nd Stage Tent on Francis Field 29 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the event will start at 7 p.m. www.celticstaugustine.com

Sister Hazel Concert - Renowned Gainesville-based Southern rock band Sister Hazel performs at 8 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach. Concert is standing room only. Tickets $27.50 www.pvconcerthall.com 904-209-0399.

St. Augustine Orchestra, Ancient City Brass present "Brass Battles" - The orchestra together with the Ancient City Brass Band, will provide the effect of dueling brasses as a special feature at 8 p.m. at the Lightner Museum, 25 Granada St., in St. Augustine. Tickets are $15. www.staugustineorchestra.org

Oz: The Great and Powerful - IMAX Theater premier of "Oz: The Great and Powerful in 3D," starring James Franco and Mila Kunis, will be at 12:01 a.m.. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.worldgolfimax.com or at The World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday: March 8 - 10

Luxury Sunset Eco Tours - Ride the tide into the sunset on a guided tour with Ripple Effect Eco Tours. Swirls of color paint the nighttime sky as you learn about the natural mystery of the estuary. The tour is from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday. The tours depart from the Marineland Marina, 101 Tolstoy Lane, St. Augustine (Marineland). The $55 adults and $45 for 15 years or younger fee includes the finest kayaking equipment and guided service. www.rippleeffectecotours.com 904-347-1565

904-825-1164 www.limelight-theatre.org

Saturday: March 9

St. Augustine Wildlife Cruise - The St. Johns Audubon Society and HAWKE host a unique opportunity to view the area's coastal wildlife from the decks of the Victory III tour boat. The 2-hour guided tour includes a continental breakfast, and departs the St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez at 8:30 a.m. The tour will visit the St. Augustine harbor and Salt Run. Advance tickets are $35/adults and $20 for children accompanied by an adult. Tickets the day of departure are $40/adult and $25 accompanied children. 386-559-4283 www.stjohnaudubonsociety.blogspot.com; www.helphawke.org; www.scenic-cruise.com

"Mindfulness and a Cup of Tea" - Join Park Services Specialist Joe Woodbury at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on a special botanical garden walk that starts with a Japanese style tea ceremony to settle the mind and calm the body. For reservations, call 386-446-6783. The 10 a.m. tour is included with regular park entrance fee of $2 per person on bicycle, $4 per vehicle for single occupancy or $5 per vehicle, up to eight people. The park is located at 6400 North Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast, FL. www.FloridaStateParks.org

Family Kayak Tour - Guided 2-hour tour that is great for beginners or experienced paddlers. Safe loading from a stable floating dock system and kayak rudders that allow for even greater maneuverability. Gain a new perspective of the salt marsh habitat, spy interesting shorebirds, and maybe even see a dolphin. Your guide will ensure a safe and informative tour. The tour departs at 10 a.m. from the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, and costs $40/adult paddler and $35/for kids. 904-377-7245 www.staugustineecotours.com

Second Saturdays GTM Reserve Guided Trail Hike - Join GTM Research Reserve volunteers from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for a 1.5 mile guided walk through the Guana Trail. After the walk, visit the GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center (EEC). The EEC is located at 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. There is a $3 parking fee. 904-823-4500 http://gtmnerr2ndtrailhike.eventbrite.com

St. Patrick's Day Parade - This colorful celebration of everything Irish marches through the streets of the Oldest City's Historic District. The circular route is from Francis Field to Cordova, to Orange to Castillo Dr/Avenida Menendez, to Cathedral, to Cordova to Francis Field. The parade is from 10 a.m - 11 a.m. The parade is free family fun! www.celticstaugustine.com

Minorcan Heritage Celebration - The Minorcan Heritage Society holds their annual celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic Llambias House, 31 St. Francis St. in St. Augustine. There will be demonstrations of mullet net making, Spanish dance performances, Minorcan foods, and story-telling by Minorcan descendants. There will be t-shirts, books and food for sale. Admission is free. 904-826-3388.

Saturday and Sunday: March 9 & 10

2013 Celtic Music and Heritage Festival - On Saturday, St. Augustine's St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place at 10 a.m. as the kick-off of the Celtic Festival. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., traditional Irish music, Scottish pipes and drums, contemporary Celtic Rock, literature, and all things Celtic will converge in celebration of St. Augustine's remarkable Celtic history and heritage dating back to its founding in 1565! The Celtic Festival features music by international headliners and regional stars including Albannach, Ireland's Dublin City Ramblers and Jacksonville's Rathkeltair and Spade McQuade & The All Stars. Clans, Celtic vendors, plenty of fun for kids and a comic Irish play are included. The festival takes place at Francis Field located behind the St. Augustine Visitors Information Center. Admission to the festival is $5 per day and VIP admission is $40 for the weekend and includes t-shirts and more. www.celticstaugustine.com

On Broadway! Act Two presented by St. Augustine Community Chorus - The St. Augustine Community Chorus, under the direction of Kathleen Vande Berg, presents On Broadway! Act Two at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at the St. Augustine High School Auditorium, 3205 Varella Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084. www.staugustinecommunitychorus.org

Sunday: March 10

St. Augustine Orchestra and Ancient City Brass present "Brass Battles" - The orchestra together with the Ancient City Brass Band, will provide the effect of dueling brasses as a special feature at 3 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Dr., in Ponte Vedra. Tickets are $15. www.staugustineorchestra.org

Outstanding Women in the Arts Ceremony

The 2013 Recognition Ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. at The Limelight Theatre's Black Box, 11 Old Mission Ave. in St. Augustine. Five women will receive Dr. Gail Pflaster Awards in recognition of their contributions to the artistic environment in St. Johns County. The ceremony is free and open to the public. 904-808-7330 stjohnscultural@bellsouth.net

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