May Calendar

​Romaza Festivale St. Augustine
May 3-13th
Plaza De La Constitution. Saint Augustine, Florida
Rekindle your own Romanza at “St. Augustine’s Romanza Festivale of The Arts”.  Two weeks of daily events including 80+ concerts, shows, exhibits and much more at locations throughout the city.  Showcasing productions by dozens of St. Augustine’s talented Arts and Cultural nonprofit organizations. Many events are free. May 3rd to May 12th  in “America’s Most Romantic City”. http://www.romanzafestivale.com/

Best Buddies Friendship Walk
May 4th
Seawalk Pavilion 75 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250
The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading walk in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (also known as IDD).  Funds raised at the walks help move our mission forward by funding local Best Buddies programs.  Register today: bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/jacksonville

Florida Chamber Music Project Presents Beethoven "Introspection"
May 5, 2019
The 2018-2019 season features widely varied music for string quartet and the return of pianist Hyunsoon Whang, who will join FCMP for music by Schumann. Selections include quartets from Joseph Haydn to Grammy award winning Jennifer Higdon. The ensemble will also present an American concert featuring a quartet by Mark O’Connor and Dvorak’s “American Quartet”. The season concludes with Beethoven’s famous String Quartet Opus 59, No, 3. Join the Florida Chamber Music Project for a remarkable sixth season of the finest chamber music at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Gates 2:00PM | Starts 3:00PM  Tickets:  $12.50 – Student Ticket, Reserved Seating, Sold at the Box Office Only with valid I.D. $25.00 – Per Event, Reserved Seating
Website : http://flchambermusic.org/

​Jaws of the Sea SJC Parks 
& Recreation
May 6 from 2-3pm
Nease Beachfront Park, 3171 Coastal Highway, Vilano Beach
We’ve partnered with Marineland Dolphin Adventure for an interactive guided beach walk all about sharks. Learn about shark biology, common sharks of our area, and local shark research as well as human and shark encounters. Participants will even get a chance to look for their own shark teeth to take home. Jaws of the Sea Registration. This program is FREE, but you must register on Eventbrite to attend. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335. ADDITIONAL DATES Tuesday, May 7 from 6-7pm, Wednesday, May 15 from 10-11am, Friday, May 17 from 2-3pm

Kayak Fishing ~ Nocatee
May 8th
Palm Valley Boat Ramp, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082
Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky for a midday saltwater kayak fishing trip as we explore Nocatee from the water's side and spend time along the ICW. Bring your own boat, current fishing license, and your favorite fishing gear. Dress for weather and bring what you need for comfort and refreshments. Limited spots available. Cost is $20 per person. For more info and to register, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348.

Wild Edibles and Medicinal Plants Vaill Point Park
May 10th 630
Vaill Point Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086
Enjoy a hike with St. Johns County Naturalist AyoLane Halusky and discover the many edible and medicinal plants that could be right in your backyard. Learn how to identify these plants as well as learn their various edible and medicinal uses.Vaill Point Park; 10:00am For more information, contact AyoLane Halusky at 904-209-0348 or ahalusky@sjcfl.us.

​Winehoused
May 25
The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
The Amy Celebration is a dazzling ten piece band tribute to the style, beauty, and music of Amy Winehouse. Rich horns, lush background vocals and a show that has been lauded as a “full-fledged Amy party that will leave you breathless!” Two sets of music that you know so well and will put you on your feet! From Amy’s deep tracks and well known covers, to classic Amy bangers - this fully immersive show will have you ready to show up with a popping beehive and winged eyeliner sharp enough to kill! #GetWinehoused and enjoy an evening with a tribute show you will never forget! https://www.getwinehoused.com/ Gates 7:00PM | Starts 8:00PM  $28.00 – Advance Purchase General Admission Standing $30.00 – Day of Show Purchase General Admission Standing


Heels, Hope & Helping Hands
Fashion Show
Palencia Club
May 15th
Luncheon, fashion show and silent auction to benefit Act 4 the Nations work around the world.Join us as we raise awareness and help save girls from sex trade, rescue abandoned babies, and train women for success. Act4 the Nations is helping women and children attain a better way of life.  We come alongside women, locally and worldwide, in difficult situations, such as those recovering from divorce sexual exploitation, those in crises, hopeless by disappointment and gripped by misfortunes. Offering strategic support i.e. One to One Mentoring and DAWN-divorce aftercare programs. Additionally, providing education and life skills that result in women rising above their circumstance to not only survive but to be an overcomer, empowering them to help others.11:30 -1:30 Palencia Club, 600 Palencia Club Drive St. Augustine, FL 32095 advance purchase tickets  at www.eventbrite.com/e/act4-the-nations-heels-hope-helping-hands


X106.5’s BBQ with Jimmy Eat World, 
Taking Back Sunday and More
The Amp, 
St. Augustine 1340 A1A South, Saint Augustine, Florida 32080
May 19th
X106.5 Jacksonville's Alternative will host its BBQ featuring Jimmy Eat World and Taking Back Sunday, with Blue October and Flora Cash live at The Amp on Sunday, May 19, 2019.  Tickets for X106.5’s BBQ Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Box Offices. 5-10pm

​Nocatee Farmer's Market
Jacksonville Jaguars Rally
Nocatee Station Field
May 18th
10:00am-1:00pm
If you are a Jacksonville Jaguars fan, this will be an event you don’t want to miss! The Nocatee Farmers Market presents to the community, the Jacksonville Jaguars Rally. The Farmers Market features over 80 local vendors every month, selling everything from fresh produce, to crafts, jewelry, herbs, unique foods, and more. There will also be crafts and bounce houses for the kids to enjoy! * Please note: the bounce houses and crafts will close 15 minutes before the end time of the market. Bounce Houses are weather permitting.* Plus, the bar will be open for beer and wine purchases.

Jacksonville Jazz Festival
Downtown Jax
May 23rd -26th
Join the City of Jacksonville May 23 - 26, 2019 and experience two stages of live entertainment, local food, drinks, shopping and more in Downtown Jacksonville.  For over 30 years the Jazz Fest has become one of the largest jazz festivals in the country offering a fun and vibrant street festival atmosphere and this year you can experience it throughout downtown. Learn more: jacksonvillejazzfest.com