This Weekend in St. Augustine
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Thursday: March 14
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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
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Friday: March 15
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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
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Friday & Saturday: March 15 & 16
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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
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Friday & Sunday: March 15 & 17
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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
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Saturday: March 16
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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
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Saturday & Sunday: March 16 & 17
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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
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Sunday: March 17
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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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