This Weekend in St. Augustine
Friday, March 08, 2013
Friday: March 8
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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.
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Friday, Saturday and Sunday: March 8 - 10
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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
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
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Saturday: March 9
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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.
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Saturday and Sunday: March 9 & 10
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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
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Sunday: March 10
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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
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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