February 2020

February 2nd
Under The Oaks Jam
This open acoustic jam is from 2-4 pm  on the first Sunday of the Month from October - May, and is welcome to all players at every experience level.  Please bring your instrument(s) and a chair, and song or two to share. Listeners are welcome too! The Mandarin Museum and 1898 St. Joseph’s Mission Schoolhouse for African-American Children, which illustrate some of the rich history of Mandarin, will be open to visit. The museum is located at: Walter Jones Historical Park; 11964 Mandarin Road Mandarin, FL 32223

February 7th
Owl + Sunset Symphony
Learn about owls and enjoy nature’s symphony as you experience the transition from light to dark. Water birds and owls often come out to join the evening symphony. A representative from The Stetson Kennedy Foundation will share some local history. This program is FREE, but you must register on Eventbrite to attend. For more info, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348. Beluthahatchee; 1523 State Road 13, Fruit Cove, Florida 32259

February 8th
Atlantic Alibi 
Pusser's Bar & Grille PVB. Pusser's Bar and Grille; 816 A1A N, Ste 100, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082

February 8th
Porch Talks at Alpine 
Groves Park
We have partnered with the Stetson Kennedy Foundation for Porch Talks. Local experts talk about local issues on our porch talk series focused on the art, history, environmental issues, and interesting personalities. Learn about the Northwest part of St. Johns County including notable landmarks and the historical richness of the area. This part of the Porch Talks series is titled, “The Ladies of Tea: 1700s-1900s.” This program is FREE and open to everyone. For more info, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348. Alpine Groves Park 2060 State Road 13, Switzerland, Florida 32259

February 9th
2020 Jacksonville Food 
& Wine Festival
Join us as we take Northeast Florida food & wine lovers on the ultimate culinary journey in historic Riverside under the Fuller Warren Bridge (715 Riverside Ave) at the Inaugural Jacksonville Food & Wine Festival. The special event, to be held on February 9th 2020, will feature over 80 wines and more than a dozen of Jacksonville’s top restaurants + award-winning food trucks! The event will be complemented by 40 plus local vendors, live art installations, five of the region’s hottest bands, plus more. Riverside Arts Market; 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, Florida 32204

February 14th
Seven Nations- 
Valentine’s Day
Fionn MacCool's Irish Pub & Restaurant; 145 Hilden Rd, Ponte Vedra, Florida 32081 Reservations Recommended ; Call (904)217-7021

February 15th
Manatee Festival
Join us in celebrating one of Florida's most beloved and endangered residents at the Manatee Festival on February 15 from 10am - 2pm on the Great Lawn and in Range of the Jaguar. There will be live music, food, manatee education, arts, conservation groups, and more! Event FREE with Zoo admission. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens; 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, Florida 32218

February 15th 
Nocatee Farmer's Market
10:00 to 2:00; Nocatee Station; 120 Marketside Avenue, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

February 15th
2020 Jacksonville 
Lantern Parade
The glowing display of color will literally shine a light on the heart of Jacksonville and everyone is invited! Participation is free to the public. All we ask is that each participant carry something that GLOWS, TWINKLES, or SHINES. Bring either a homemade creation or a store bought item, we don't mind so long as you participate in the grand illumination. More details to come in the following weeks—including announcements about lantern-making workshops, parade entertainment and more! The planned parade route will stretch along the Northbank Riverwalk, extending from the Fuller-Warren Bridge to Hogan Street. Food and fun begins at 6 PM with the actual parade starting at 7 PM. Riverside Arts Market; 715 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, Florida 32204

February 19th
Sugar Lime Blue at 
Prohibition Kitchen
What is it to experience Sugar Lime Blue? Essentially vibrations of air manipulated by the voices & instruments of the musicians.Sugar Lime Blue is capturing listeners with its grooving style of blues infused rock. Drawing from an ever expanding list of original material and far reaching covers, SLB will keep listeners on their toes waiting to hear what is next and how it is going to be played. Prohibition Kitchen; 119 St. George Street, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084

February 29th
Chocolate and Beyond 2020
A SWEET WAY TO SUPPORT ST. JOHNS COUNTY SENIOR VOLUNTEERS, STUDENTS AND TEACHERS. Chocolate and Beyond, an exciting celebration of chocolate, desserts and other culinary sensations,. Guests will sample chocolate and other delicious creations from some of the area’s finest restaurants and specialty shops. Great items such as hotel and restaurant gift certificates, sports memorabilia and admission tickets for local, fun attractions will be available for bid at a silent auction.  2 – 4 p.m FCTC First Coast Technical College; 2980 Collins Ave, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084

February 29th
Fat Tuesday Food Truck Fest
Come out and enjoy some delicious food and great company at our first Fat Tuesday Food Truck Fest!! We will have 3 amazing local food trucks on site at SJDR, music, and games. Be sure to invite family, friends, and neighbors to join us! San Juan del Rio Catholic Church; 1718 State Rd. 13, St. Johns, Florida 32259