This Weekend in St. Augustine
Thursday, October 10, 2013Friday - Sunday: October 11 - 13 |
Pellicer Creek Raid - A Civil War Re-Enactment - Florida
Agricultural Museum presents a living history look at Florida during
the Civil War. Authentic camps for 1864 cavalry, artillery and infantry
troops will be open to the public 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. Admission
is $6; school group rate is $3 per person; kids under 12 are $5. 7900
Old Kings Rd. N, Palm Coast. 386-446-7630 www.MyAgMuseum.com
16th Annual Greek Festival - Greek
music, dance and food are featured at this annual festival set in a
virtual Greek village at St. Augustine's Francis Field. The Hellenic
Band and Nisiotes and Asteria Greek Dancers are featured performers.
There will be an authentic Agora market, a Cafenio, a Taverna, kids
center and much more. Festival hours are Friday, 4 - 9 p.m.; Saturday,
11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; and Sunday, noon - 5 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults,
children and active-duty are free. 29 Castillo Dr. St. Augustine.
904-829-0504 www.stauggreekfest.com
Corn Maze at Skyes and Cooper Farms
- A 9-acre corn maze full of "cornfusing" twists and turns, "live"
entertainment including Jack, the loudest hee-hawing donkey around and
some more good ole family fun will be at the Sykes and Cooper Farms. The
hours are Friday 5 - 10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Sunday 11
a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission (cash only) is $9 general admission, children 2
and under FREE. 5995 Brough Rd., Elkton.
904-692-1370
The Tasting Tours 'Vittles and Vino' Tour Celebrates Pink!
- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hop on board a Vittles and
Vino VIP (horse drawn) Carriage Tour for a 3 hour food and wine
experience in October and we will donate $5 per ticket towards Breast
Cancer Awareness. Tours are Friday - Monday at 2 p.m. Tours depart from
100 St. George Street, Suite E. Tickets are $109 pp all inclusive.
Call or text 904-325-3911 for more info or visit www.thetastingtours.com
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Friday & Saturday: October 11 & 12 |
The History of Florida - A Roundtable of Authors - The
St. Augustine Historical Society presents notable authors specializing
in the history of Florida. Held at Flagler College's Ringhaver Student
Center, the presentations are 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 8:30 a.m. - 5
p.m. on Saturday. Check the website for the schedule. Admission is
free. 50 Sevilla St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2872 www.oldesthouse.org/historylive
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Friday: October 11 |
The Great Gatsby Gala - The
Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach and Audi Jax hosts The Great
Gatsby Gala from 6 - 11 p.m. The gala, one of four fundraisers for
children's arts education programs, will be like stepping back to the
Roaring 20's. Live jazz music will be performed by The Wes Goode Quintet
featuring Scott Giddens and will include an open bar, whiskey sampling,
cigar bar, dinner and a live auction. Individual tickets are $100
members/$125 non-members. Table Sponsorship is $1200 and includes
reserved seating for 8. 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach.
904-280-0614 www.ccpvb.org
The St. Augustine Story - Lee
Weaver portrays three different St. Augustine Lighthouse keepers who
tell the story of the Oldest City from their perspective. Curtain at the
Pioneer Barn at Fort Menendez is 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m.
Admission is $15 adults and $12.50 Students. 259 San Marco Ave. St.
Augustine. 904-824-8874 www.oldfloridamuseum.com
The History of Florida - A Roundtable of Authors - The
St. Augustine Historical Society presents notable authors specializing
in the history of Florida. Held at Flagler College's Ringhaver Student
Center, the presentations are 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 8:30 a.m. - 5
p.m. on Saturday. Check the website for the schedule. Admission is
free. 50 Sevilla St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2872 www.oldesthouse.org/historylive
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Saturday & Sunday: October 12 & 13 |
The African Market at Fort Mose - The
African American Future Society Inc, creates an African Village
experience at Fort Mose, the first free African settlement in North
America. Activities, include storytelling, dancers and drummers, take
place from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. each day (outdoor musical performances
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) and will feature programs and exhibits about the
languages, styles, traditions, food, art and music of West Africa. Park
admission is $2 per person. 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine.
904-823-2232 http://yul690.wix.com/ftmoseafricanmarket#about/c10fk
A Victorian Halloween at Villa Zorayda Museum - Enjoy
period decorations from the late 1800's - early 1900's along with the
more traditional Halloween decorations at Villa Zorayda Museum. See the
ghost of Franklin Smith, architect and builder of the house, as he
writes a letter to his beloved wife, Laura. The museum is open Monday -
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission
including audio tour is $10 adults, $4 Children 7 - 12, Seniors and
Military receive $1 discount. 83 King St., St. Augustine. 904-829-9887 www.villazorayda.com
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Saturday: October 12
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Old City Farmers' Market - Features
locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, plants and more. Open 8:30
a.m. - 12:30 p.m. St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South.
904-471-3733.
Mile Marker Brewing Second Anniversary Celebration - Come
help celebrate two years of Mile Marker Brewing in St. Augustine. From
noon to midnight, Mile Marker Brewery's family and pet friendly party
will feature door prizes and drink specials, Mother Fletcher's food
truck, music by local musician Adam Lee, and a DJ at 7 p.m. In addition
to its "signature" beers, the brewery will tap several new beers,
including rotating favorites and new seasonal brews, such as Mile Marker
318 Datil Pepper Ale and Pumpkin Milk Stout. From 2:30-4:30 p.m.
"Ashley," the pink fire truck from the local St. Johns County chapter of
Pink Heals, will make an appearance. 3420 Agricultural Center Dr.
904-217-4294 www.milemarkerbrewing.com
Civil Rights & Black Heritage Tour- St. Augustine Black Heritage Tours Inc. will offer a FREE historic walking tour at 5 p.m. Learn about St. Augustine's historic role in Black History and events leading up to the Civil Rights act of 1964. Tours depart from the Tour Saint Augustine office, 4 Granada Street and encompass several blocks over the course of an hour. Space is limited and advance reservations are required. 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineBlackHeritageTours.com
Second Saturdays GTM Reserve Guided Trail Hike - Join
GTM Research Reserve volunteers from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. for a 1.5 mile
guided walk along the Guana Trail. After the walk, visit the GTM
Research Reserve Environmental Education Center (EEC). There is a $3
parking fee. 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-823-4500 http://gtmnerr2ndtrailhike.eventbrite.com
Annual Think Pink Escorted Motorcycle Ride - St.
Augustine's Ponce de Leon Mall will be the start and finish of the
annual Think Pink Motorcycle Fundraiser Ride for Breast Cancer.
Registration begins at 9 a.m. and is $25 for the driver and $10 for
passengers (includes a T-shirt & lunch). Kick stands up at 10:30
a.m. for a 70 mile ride in beautiful St. Johns County. Pre-registration
is available. 2121 U.S. Highway 1 South, St. Augustine. www.thinkpinkinoctober.com
Family and Friends Kayak Day at Guana - Be
a part of the National Estuarine Research Reserve from 10 a.m. - noon, a
special place for you and a coastal habitat for an array of wildlife.
Ripple Effect Ecotours will provide an interpretative kayaking adventure
for your entire family and group of friends. Then explore the GTM NERR
Educational Center. All levels of kayaking experience are welcomed. The
cost is $55 for adults and $45 for 15 years or younger that includes all
kayaking equipment, passes to the Educational Center and guided kayak
tour. 450 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-347-1565 www.rippleeffectecotours.com
Shop Pink & Save - Women's Health Symposium - The
St. Augustine Outlets host a free and fun event from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
featuring free health screenings, information on healthy living,
giveaways, and presentations on surviving breast cancer, diabetes
management and breast health. 500 Outlet Mall Blvd. (east side of I-95),
St. Augustine. 904-825-1052 www.StAugOutlets.com
11th Annual Herbs in the Gardens Festival - From
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.,The Friends of Washington Oaks present the 11th Annual
Herbs in the Gardens. A large variety of herbs will be available from
Maggie's Herb Farm. At 11 a.m., Dora Baler will discuss "Culinary &
Medical Uses of Herbs." At noon, there will be a demonstration using
herbs in the kitchen. Beginning at 2 p.m. a Garden Tour, led by a Park
Ranger, will take place. Regular park entrance fee of $5 per vehicle, up
to eight people; $4 per vehicle for single occupancy or $2 per person
on bicycle applies. 6400 North Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast.
386-446-6780 www.FloridaStateParks.org
Picolata Players at Colonial Quarter
- Every Saturday evening at 8 p.m., the talented performance troupe
Picolata Players takes the stage under the stately Colonial Oak at the
Colonial Quarter's outdoor theatre. The hour-long Improve Sketch Comedy
shows infuse merriment with the rich Spanish Colonial history of St.
Augustine. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 5 to 15. Under age
5 free. 33 St. George St., St. Augustine. 904-599-2113 www.colonialquarter.com
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Sunday: October 13
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Discover the Birds of Anastasia - Led
by an Anastasia State Park volunteer, this fun and informative walk is
open to participants of all birding levels. From 8:30-10:30 a.m.,
observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds and hammock birds
by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails and other areas. Dress
for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes
and a field guide if you have one. Meet at the Island Beach Shop &
Grill pavilion. The program is included in regular admission of $8 per
vehicle. 1340 A1A, St. Augustine. 904-461-2035 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia
Marine Ecology Fun - Jump
aboard St. Augustine Eco Tour's research vessel to explore brilliant
green marshes with productivity that rivals even the most intact
rainforest. Sightings of osprey, manatees and dolphins are all
possibilities on this journey through the estuary! This is a
one-of-a-kind family adventure offered several times per day. Trips
reserved for 2 to 6 guests. $35 adults/$30 kids 12 & under or $175
for a private tour. Departs from the Municipal Marina (111 Avenida
Menendez St. Augustine). Call St. Augustine Eco Tours for
reservations at 904-377-7245 or visit www.staugustineecotours.com
St. Augustine Record Fair - Live
bands, a professional DJ between band sets, a bounce house for the
kids, food and drinks and the very best in records are all part of the
St. Augustine Record Fair, presented by Tonevendor in conjunction with
St. Johns County. The fair is from noon - 6 p.m. at the St. Augustine
Amphitheatre and is free and open to the public. The Fair will feature
new and used merchandise from many regional dealers. Items to expect
include collectibles, turntable supplies, posters, CDs, and of course,
tons of vinyl records. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-471-1965 www.staugamphitheatre.com
St. Augustine Beach Sculpture Garden Concert - Have
a picnic in the park and enjoy live music and the Sculpture Garden from
4 - 6 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month. Admission is free. 2300
A1A South, St. Augustine Beach. 904-824-4493
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