December 14th to January 28th DESCENT: An Atlas of Relation Dawn Roe uses photography to observe the interconnected lives of humans and the natural world, often drawing from emotions like grief and despair as sources of inspiration. She combines various photographic methods, including analog and digital techniques, film, and video. Her ongoing project, "DESCENT ≈ An Atlas of Relation," explores the endurance of fish species and their relevance in understanding coexistence amid global climate changes. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. 75 King St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2874 www.lightnermuseum.org Through January 7th Night of Lights Aboard the Schooner Freedom Witness St. Augustine's dazzling beauty illuminated by millions of white lights, all from the best vantage point in town aboard the Freedom. Tours depart at 4:15 p.m. and are $70 per person. 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine. 904-810-1010 www.schoonerfreedom.com Through January 28th Night of Lights Sunset Catamaran Sail Join St. Augustine Eco Tours for intimate boat excursions that offer the best river views of the 2023 Nights of Lights celebration. Nightly tours depart from the Municipal Marina in the heart of the historic district. The Sunset Catamaran sail seats 6 passengers and provides awesome views of the illuminated City. Tours leave at 4:15 p.m. and last approximately 2 hours. Tours are $65 per passenger. 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine. 904-377-7245 www.staugustineecotours.com January 4th and 5th Deep Creek Kayak Excursion Come explore Deep Creek with a St. Johns County Master Naturalist. Participants will paddle the creek out and learn about the unique history and diverse wildlife of the area. Cost of the program is $20 for SJC resident providing own boat; $30 non SJC resident providing own boat; $40 SJC resident using a county boat; $50 non SJC resident using a county boat. Pre-registration does not guarantee you a space on the kayak trip. Please be sure to complete the pre-registration process for each member of your party. Spaces are allocated based on the order of receipt. Registrations for these trips will be confirmed via email with a notice of balance due. Kayak trips are from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and leave from Deep Creek Soft Launch, 7975 SR 207, Elkton. 904-209-0335 www.sjcfl.us/recreation December 22nd Walk on the Wild Side 10 am to 12noon Enjoy a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park! Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen. Program is weather permitting and subject to cancellation. The program is free with regular park admission, which ranges from $8-$2. 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine. 904-461-2033 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia January 5th to 28th Mix It Up at StAAA 12noon to 4 pm In this non-traditional exhibit, artists push the boundaries of the norm. Works reflect non-traditional subjects–or perhaps a new perspective on traditional subjects–a variety of mediums and experiments with mediums, 2D and 3D. View the exhibit Tuesdays through Sundays, noon-4 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. www.staaa.org January 5th First Friday Art Walk 4 pm to 9 pm Join Art Galleries of St. Augustine the first Friday of every month from 5-9 p.m. for new exhibits, refreshments and live music at many participating galleries. Tour maps are available at participating galleries or online. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org/art-galleries-of-st-augustine January 5th Edwin McCain at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall 8 pm to 10 pm Edwin McCain has been called a “street corner prophet” by the USA Today, an “aching tenor” by Slate Magazine, and a “great American romantic” by the New York Times, but Edwin is much more than those things. After a 20-year ride on a wave created by recording two of the biggest love songs in the history of music (I’ll Be and I Could Not Ask For More), and producing and starring in a tv series (Flippin’ Ships on Animal Planet); Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8. Tickets are $48-$54. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 January 11th to 14th
St. Augustine Film Festival This four-day film festival showcases more than 30 independent and international films on numerous screens throughout the city. Visit the website for the films and ticket information. 954-520-3191 www.staugfilmfest.com January 11th to 13th Mixed Media Collages Workshop 10 am to 3 pm Let’s mix it up — with paper, paint and collage! Join Paula Pascucci, a local award-winning artist, in this expressive and exploratory three-day workshop. With Paula’s guidance, students will learn how to use fluid acrylic paints, gel printing techniques and stencils to create vivid collage papers in a full range of colors and values. Then, with a provided reference photo, Paula will demonstrate how to transfer an image onto a 8″ x 8″ cradled board with underpainting techniques. Students will learn how to apply their papers to that underpainting, and form a beautiful, painterly collaged piece of art! The workshop takes place at the St. Augustine Art Association and is $325 for members, $350 for non-members. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org January 14th Sundays at Stetson at Beluthahatchee Park 2pm to 4pm Presented by The Stetson Kennedy Foundation and St. Johns County Parks, this monthly folk music concert series features artists who reflect the values, spirit, and goals of Stetson Kennedy. Shows are from 2-4 p.m. and admission is a suggested donation of $10 per person. All proceeds support the Sundays at Stetson's concert series. Tours of Beluthahatchee (Stetson's cottage) may be available. Beluthahatchee Park, 1501 SR 13 N., Fruit Cove. www.facebook.com/SundaysAtStetsons January 18th Matanzas Inlet Hike Join GTM Research Reserve and the National Park Service from 9:30-11:30 a.m. for a guided interpretive hike around the Matanzas Inlet. Explore the ever-changing shoreline, tidal flats, beaches, dunes, vegetation, birds, and wildlife. The event meets at the Matanzas Inlet West Parking lot and is free. Registration is required. 8655 A1A South, St. Augustine. www.gtmnerr.org/events January 20th 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. 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-380-8600 www.gtmnerr.org/events January 20th Nocatee Farmers Market Enjoy a traditional market with a unique theme every third Saturday from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the Nocatee Farmers Market. Every third Saturday of the month at Nocatee Station Field, enjoy a traditional market with a new and unique theme. The Nocatee Farmers Market is full of activities, shows, and demonstrations for the entire family. With so much to do, everyone is sure to have a great time. This market offers a wide variety of selections including the freshest locally grown produce and herbs as well as homemade jams, jellies, home-baked goods, hand-stitched quilts, plants, art, and pottery items. Nocatee Station Field, 400 Nocatee Center Way, Ponte Vedra. www.facebook.com/NocateeLiving January 20th Vilano Beah Artisan Market The Vilano Beach Market Walk takes place from 4-8 p.m. along the sidewalks near the Vilano Beach Pier. Local artisan-made items, plants, home décor, datil pepper sauces, and much more. Free parking and admission. Vilano Beach Pier, 260 Vilano Rd., St. Augustine. www.vilanobeachfl.com January 21st Emma Concert Series 2pm to 4pm Originally founded in 1892 as the Guards Symphony Orchestra, the ensemble merged with the Academic Symphony Orchestra in 1938, becoming the Royal Military Symphony Orchestra. After 1945, it transformed into the renowned SOFIA PHILHARMONIC, serving as Bulgaria's national orchestra. Known for its cultural significance, the orchestra will perform a program of Mozart's music at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College. Performance begins at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25-$30. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-797-2800 www.emmaconcerts.com January 27th Romanza Collage Concert Series 7:30pm to 9pm The beloved On Point A Cappella Quartet from Jacksonville has not only earned local acclaim but also gained recognition across the United States and beyond. With an international reputation, On Point showcases their remarkable vocal talent by performing a diverse range of music, from cherished barbershop classics to beloved hits in popular, rock, and jazz genres. Performance starts at 7:30 and tickets are $20. 184 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. www.romanzafestivale.com January 27th GTM Beach Cleanup Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach cleanup on every fourth Saturday of the month. 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. Visit www.gtmnerr.org/events for information on where to meet.
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