April 2022 Calendar

Photo of the St. Augustine Easter Parade Courtesy of Gary LeVeille / Image provided by FloridasHistoricCoast.com

​APRIL 29
Waitress
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts at 8pm.  Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county —and a satisfying encounter with someone new —show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. This hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by Grammy® Award winner Sara Bareilles ("Brave," "Love Song") www.fscjartistseries.org/tickets/waitress

April 6
River to Sea 
Preserve Trail Walk
The GTM Research Reserve leads a walk on the wooded trail to the Matanzas River at the River-to-Sea Preserve. An interpretive guide will talk about old Florida's moss-laden trees, seasonal flowering shrubs and Native American lore, including how they used various plants for food, beverage and medicine. The event is free, but online registration is required. 9805 N. Ocean Shore Blvd., Marineland. For more about the GTM Reserve and the register for the River to Sea Trail Walk, visit www.gtmnerr.org Please contact [email protected]

April 9
St. Augustine 
Orchestra Six-Tea-th 
Anniversary 
Afternoon Tea 
Join the St. Augustine Orchestra for Afternoon Tea in celebration of their 60th Anniversary. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, hot tea and entertainment provided by orchestra members makes for a perfect afternoon. The festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. and tickets are $40. Saint Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.staugustineorchestra.com
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April 16
63rd Annual 
St. Augustine 
Easter Parade
Starting at 9 a.m., this 2nd oldest Easter Parade in the US, also known as Parada de los Caballos y Coches (Parade of Horses and Carriages), features marching bands, floats, drill teams, the Easter Bunny, clowns, the Royal Family, Imperial Storm Troopers, and the city’s carriage horses wearing their Easter hats. www.oldestcityeaster.org

​April 16
Beach Exploration 
at GTM 
Join GTM Research Reserve docents from 9-11 a.m. for a beach walk! You will learn about the animals that call the beach their home, as well as seashells and other interesting facts. This is a “Beaches 101” experience that the entire family will enjoy. The hike will begin at the Visitor Center where you will learn about the different habitats on our beautiful seashore. The group will then walk across the street to the beach for this salty adventure! Parking for this event is located in front of the visitor center. There is no fee for this lot, but registration is required. For more information or to register, visit www.gtmnerr.org/gtmevents 

April 17
Crescent Beach 
Easter Sunrise 
Service 
St Augustine sunrise service. Greet the Easter sunrise at Crescent Beach. The program, presented by Crescent Beach Baptist Church, begins with the sunrise at 7 a.m. on the beach with special music and an inspiring message. Crescent Beach ramp, 45 Cubbedge Rd., Crescent Beach 904-794-7777 www.crescentbeachbaptist.com

APRIL 24
The Taste of 
St. Augustine 2022
Make plans to join us for the 25th annual Taste of St. Augustine at The Amp St. Augustine. Highlights the culinary heritage and culture of St. Johns County by showcasing new restaurants and established favorites. Sample our local cuisine and learn about our area’s food culture! Admission: $5 Entry + $1 “Taste Tickets” to sample the delicious food. Children are admitted free, there’s a free children’s area with fun activities such as arts and crafts. Parking at The Amp is free and there’s a free shuttle from RB Hunt Elementary School to The Amp and parking is also available at the Elks Lodge just south of The Amp. Come enjoy the great food and live music! Restaurants and bands will be announced soon. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite vendor to win the People’s Choice Award! And, know that the proceeds from the Taste allow EPIC to continue offering mental health and substance use counseling in our community.

April 20 to 24
Florida’s Birding 
& Photo Fest
Experience more than 110 events over five days in America’s Most Photogenic City®. Florida’s Historic Coast is spreading its wings to present another year of birding and outdoor photography where participants benefit from insights and instruction from a collection of upper-echelon international nature and wildlife photographers at multiple venues. The event is headquartered at the Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine Beach 904-885-0043 www.floridasbirdingandphotofest.com

April 23
GTM Beach Clean Up 
GTM North Beach Walkover looking north. Admission: Free 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) Enjoy coastal views while helping remove debris and microplastics from the beach. GTM Rangers will supply gloves and trash bags at 9:30 a.m. at a different meeting location each month. Please visit www.gtmnerr.org/events 

April 23
Roscolusa 
Songwriters Festival 
At this festival, songwriters from Nashville perform and share the stories behind their songs. Enjoy an evening of popular music. Plus, there will be local food trucks and vendors. The event will also have a Kids Corner. The show is from 5-10 p.m., and gates open at 4 p.m. at Nocatee. General admission is $25. VIP tickets are available for $100. 232 Nocatee Center Way, Ponte Vedra Beach www.roscolusa.com

April 29-May 15
St. Augustine 
Romanza Festivale of Music & Arts
St. Augustine’s Romanza Festivale of Music & the Arts is an annual collaboration by dozens of organizations and businesses in St. Augustine, Florida. You are enticed to spend multiple days, even the whole week enjoying family-friendly and couple-friendly offerings, half of which are free, spread over 10 days, in dozens of diverse and mostly smaller venues. Top regional and local talent showcase why St. Augustine is the “cultural epicenter of the First Coast.” Cultural organizations and businesses based anywhere in St. Johns County cluster their productions together once a year to showcase what they do all year long. http://www.romanzastaugustine.org/

EARTH DAY FUN

​Hover over alligators and crocodiles on the challenging Crocodile Crossing zip line course, or visit the Rookery at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park.

Swim with dolphins at Marineland Dolphin Adventure or snorkel among reef fish and rays at the St. Augustine Aquarium

Kayak the ocean and rivers through “real Florida” with professional guides from Anastasia Water Sports, Florida Water Tours, St. Augustine Eco Tours or Ripple Effect Ecotours.

Learn to surf from the pros at the PIT Surf Shop.
Reel in the big one on one of several deep sea charter fishing boats

Climb 219 stairs to the top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and take in the panoramic view of this beautiful earth.

Enjoy an Airboat, hydro-bike, paddleboard or kayak adventure along the back waters of the St. Johns River with Sea Serpent Tours