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Lightner After Hours
2019-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Discover Otto Lightner’s Victorian Era curiosities and nature-inspired collection while listening to the folksy sounds of local St. Augustine duo The Willowwacks. Given that a “Willowwack” is a secluded spot in the woods, this month we’ll celebrate Spring’s arrival and outdoor living with campsite inspired light hors d’oeuvres and libations. Please join us in the lobby of our historic museum on Thursday, March 28 from 6 to 8 pm.
This event is free and open to the public. Attendees may enter at the Granada Street courtyard entrance located across from Flagler Auditorium.
The Lightner Museum is a non-profit cultural institution sustained by the generous support of individuals, businesses, and sponsors. Donations are appreciated.
Lightner After Hours is a held the last Thursday of each month, and is funded in part by the Tourist Development Council of St. Johns County.

Butterfield Garage Gallery March Feature Artist is Jan Miller, Founder of the Gallery.
2019-03-29 11:00 - 2019-03-30 17:00, 2019-03-30 11:00 - 2019-03-31 17:00, 2019-03-31 11:00 - 2019-04-01 17:00 | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
An Artist Talk, First Friday March 1st, at 6pm is an opportunity to hear Jan speak of her long storied career in the arts, and see some of her newest works of whimsy.
Jan seamlessly combines leadership qualities with nurturing her own creative Art Spirit. While much of her early career was spent creating beautifully composed and rendered acrylic still life’s, Jan’s current work is filled with playfulness. Characters created out of gourds, imaginative hanging characters, all with the skill of a master painter.
Jan has been an exhibiting artist for over 45 years. She has won many awards, and her works hang in museums and corporate collections throughout the United States. Jan has also been an instrumental member of the arts community in St. Augustine. She was one of several artists who initiated First Friday Art Walks in St. Augustine, served in leadership positions with Art Galleries of St. Augustine (AGOSA), The Florida Artists Group, (a statewide professional artists organization) and is a recipient of the St. Johns Cultural Council’s ROWITA Award for her contributions to the arts in St. Augustine.
She says “I have worked to promote and nurture the amazingly talented and diverse art scene in St. Augustine by offering exhibition space to many of our most prominent artists and to network with other galleries in order to keep it vibrant, and to bring new and upcoming artists to the public.”
image: “Homage to Picasso” acrylic painted gourd by Jan Miller

An Evening with Dark Star Orchestra
2019-03-29 18:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Performing to critical acclaim celebrating their 20th anniversary year in 2017 and over 2600 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead’s extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead’s 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show. Fans both young and old are in for a treat. Tickets start at $29.50.

Stephen Pigman’s “Midnight Gardener” Album Release Party
2019-03-29 18:30 - 22:00 | Colonial Oak Music Park, At the north end of St. George Street. 27 St. George Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Please join us for a Springtime Celebration in the heart of the historic district! The “Midnight Gardener” album release party of Saint Augustine’s very own Stephen Pigman will be held at the gorgeous Colonial Oak Music Park on St. George Street Friday, March 29th. The event is free and open to the public. It will begin at 6:30pm with an opening act, Pigman will take that stage at 7:30 where he will perform the album in it’s entirety. There will be an all-star jam hosted by Ben Strok & The Full Electric to close out the night! Champagne toast to be held at 7:30pm! Event is 6:30pm-10pm. Please join us for this momentous occasion! More info can be found at www.stephenpigman.com
*The event will be moved to another location in-case of inclement weather.

Lincolnville Jazz at the Excelsior: Victoria Horne
2019-03-29 19:00 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
From its African roots to the fusion sounds of the millennia, jazz has had a profound effect on the culture at large. So, in partnership with the St. Augustine Distillery, the Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center is showcasing jazz through the ages with Lincolnville Jazz at the Excelsior. Lincolnville Jazz at the Excelsior will highlight a number of talented and well-respected artists. The March 29th performance will feature Victoria Horne performing music from the American Songbook.

Bare Your Soul Story Night
2019-03-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Bokeh Bar Gallery, 137 King St #103, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
A night for you to come and tell your story. Whether you are a seasoned veteran that pontificates on a professional level or the idea of speaking in front of people makes you weak in the knees THIS NIGHT IS FOR YOU!
Presented by Bleeding Tree Entertainment and STA ALL DAY
BARE YOUR SOUL Come out and take a turn sharing your story. You can get personal or give us a sneak reading of the next great american novel.
If you have some spoken word we want to experience it! “All are invited to share. Come as you are.”
7-10 pm (Sign ups beginning at 7)

Last Sunday Open Mic Poetry
2019-03-31 15:00 - 16:00 | Corazon Cinema & Cafe, 36 Granada Street, Saint Augustine, 32084
On the last Sunday of the month, Ancient City Poets hosts an Open Mic Poetry night at Corazon Cinema and Cafe. Share your own poems or read some of the poetry you love in a supportive environment. Poets of all skill levels are welcome to come and add their names to the signup sheet. The mic will be turned off at 4:30 p.m. to allow guests to enjoy a half hour of getting to know each other.

St. Johns Cultural Council Recognizing Outstanding Women in the Arts March 31st
2019-03-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Limelight Theater, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine
The St Johns Cultural Council will hold the tenth annual Recognizing Outstanding Women in the Arts (ROWITA) Awards Celebration on Sunday, March 31st at 3:00p.m. in the Limelight Theatre located at 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine. The free event will honor the six women chosen to receive the 2019 Dr. Gail Pflaster ROWITA Award for their contributions to the artistic environment in St. Johns County. The 2019 honorees are Dr. Dorothy Barrett, Margaret Jimeson, Linda McAnarney, Regina Gayle Phillips, Dr. Susanne Schuenke and Jo Sinclair.
A reception will follow the celebration.

St. Joseph Academy’s 22nd Annual Spectacular Denim & Diamonds Auction
2019-04-06 18:00 - 23:00 | St Joseph Academy, 155, St. Augustine, 32084, United States
The annual SJA Spectacular Dinner Auction is St. Joseph Academy’s largest fundraiser. We rely on the proceeds from this event to sustain the exceptional program we offer our students.
The SJA Spectacular Auction brings us together as a community of faith, parents, grandparents, past parents, alumni and local businesses, to build community and to support our school.
Auction tickets are $50 per person and include admission to the auction, entertainment provided by auctioneer, Sherry Truhlar dinner, all drinks, dessert and coffee.
The theme and dress code is denim and diamonds!! Come one and all in western gear and there is no such thing as too much bling
VIP tables (the only reserved seating in the house) are reserved for title sponsors, Emerald sponsors, and Diamond sponsors. VIP tables for 10 are $600 and are limited to 20 tables.

St. Ambrose Spring Fair
2019-04-07 12:00 - 16:00 | St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 6070 Church Road, Elkton, FL, United States
The annual St. Ambrose Spring Fair brings the joy of the warm, blooming season to the Ancient City! The event will offer a number of fun activities for the kids, live entertainment, delicious traditional Minorcan food, hayrides and tractor tours, auctions, and more. Spread your blanket under the live oak and take in the spring air. Admission is free.

Miracle on the Bayfront Gala
2019-04-10 18:00 | The White Room, 1 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in its 6th Annual Miracle on the Bayfront Gala in the heart of downtown St. Augustine. Proceeds from the event benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a worldwide leader in understanding, treating, and ultimately defeating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. This event will include a gourmet dinner, cocktails, live entertainment, and a silent auction. Donations range from $25-$250.

The Giver
2019-04-10 19:30, 2019-04-11 19:30, 2019-04-12 19:30, 2019-04-13 19:30, 2019-04-14 14:00 | Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College, 14 Granada St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Flagler College’s Theatre Arts students will perform a Theater for Young Adults classic coming of age story from the Lois Lowry novel, “The Giver.” The production will be shown from April 10 to 13 at 7:30 p.m. and April 14 at 2 p.m. in the Lewis Auditorium at 14 Granada Street. It is directed by Visiting Assistant Professor Leah Page.
“The Giver” is a coming-of-age story where the main character, Jonas, comes to realize the life he has known is not what he thought it was; it’s intended for young adult audiences. However, because of the complexities of adolescence and growing up, this story is one that can be enjoyed by all.
Page highlighted the process of bringing the production from beloved novel to stage, focusing on her decision to cast a female Giver in such an archetypal role: she strove to juxtapose the “Giver” character’s sincerity and support against the other adult female characters who may be seen as cold and distant. Page also spoke of her goal to focus on the evolution of the relationship between the Giver and Jonas.
She also foresees theater for young adults becoming more commonplace in a typical Flagler theater season, even if only every other year. In particular, Page said that students were naturally excited to work on this show, as it was widely read throughout middle schools across the country.
The book is a 1994 Newbery award winner and also adapted for the screen in the film of the same name starring Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep.
The show is produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Ill. Tickets are $15 general admission, available online at tickets.flagler.edu. Tickets may also be purchased directly at the box office beginning April 8, Monday through Friday, 12-5 p.m., and one hour prior to curtain. Flagler faculty, staff, their immediate family, and Flagler students, may obtain one free ticket directly from the box office. Non-Flagler students may purchase a discounted $5 ticket with their identification.

Exhibition – Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist – Works on Paper by the Artist and His Circle
2019-04-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-13 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-14 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-15 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-16 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2019-04-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
A rare look at the works of pioneering artist Edgar Degas comes to St. Augustine’s Lightner Museum in Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist – Works on Paper by the Artist and His Circle. Edgar Degas, one of the leading lights of the 19th-century art scene, is best known for his enchanting paintings of ballet dancers on and off the stage. But little is widely known about the enigmatic artist’s life and personality. Featuring over fifty original works by Degas, The Lightner Museum offers unique insights into Degas’ inner world and the opportunity to see rarely exhibited works from the private collection of curator Robert Flynn Johnson.
Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist is on view at the Lightner from April 12 – June 16, 2019. Our limited-engagement showing is free for museum members or for $5 above the price of museum admission. For more information visit LightnerMuseum.org.

Old Town Art Show
2019-04-13, 2019-04-14 | Francis Field, W. Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The 8th Annual Old Town Art Show is being held, Palm Sunday weekend, April 13 and 14 at Francis (Events) Field in historic downtown St. Augustine.
The show will feature nearly 100 top-notch artists and craftsmen from Northeast Florida and around the country. This is a juried art and fine craft event where each exhibitor is carefully selected with only the best work being accepted in each category.
The mission of this event is to bring talented, individual artists together with people who appreciate and support their creative endeavors. The person you meet in the booth is the visionary behind the work before you. When you make a purchase from one of our exhibitors you are buying the highest quality art from real working artists. Holiday Art Shows never knowingly allows exhibitors with less than genuine work nor do we accept those buying and selling imported production or manufactured items meant to be perceived as genuine art.
The Old Town Art Show, Saturday April 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Francis Field, 25 W. Castillo Drive in downtown St. Augustine, FL. Admission is free! Parking is available in the Visitor’s Center parking deck and two shuttle locations; San Marco lot, 301 San Marco Ave and the Health Dept, 200 San Sebastian Way.
Visit www.OldTownArtShow.com for additional information.

Gatsby in the Gardens
2019-04-13 19:00 - 23:00 | Founttain of Youth Archaeological Park, 11 Magnolia Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Transport your mind to the romantic 1920’s under the stars when life was magical, art and music was paramount, and anything could happen in the moonlight. The Gatsby for Charity annual event is returning with the theme, Gatsby in the Gardens! Stroll the grounds of the Fountain Of Youth while listening to Ramona and the Lets Ride brass ensemble. Have a cocktail and enjoy the sumptuous flavors from The Café Alcazar! Tickets range from $55-125. Proceeds benefit the St. Johns Cultural Council and StART Now.

Lightner Learning Lab – Drawing Like Degas
2019-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Children aged 5 – 14 are invited to join Lightner Museum educators in exploring the portraits and self-portraits shown in our special Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist exhibition. Educators will discuss portraiture alongside some of Degas’ favored drawing media. This informative talk will be followed by an enjoyable self-portrait chalk-drawing activity. Little Lightners (ages 5 – 9 accompanied by an adult) will meet from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. and Lightner Leaders (ages 10 – 14) will meet from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for children with an additional $5 fee for parents living outside of St. Johns County. Reservations are required and space is limited. For tickets and more information visit LightnerMuseum.org.

Educator’s Talk – A Grand Tour: Degas and His Circle
2019-04-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Lightner Museum educator and art historian Alison Schaeffler-Murphy for a presentation focused on the significance of Edgar Degas as an artist. This special look at the artist’s life, body of work, and “who’s who” in his circle of friends will include a discussion of the commonality of trans-Atlantic crossings during the Gilded Age. Our Grand Tour concludes with a look at artwork he created during his visit to Louisiana in 1873. Tickets are $5 (free for museum members); reservations are required. For tickets and more information visit LightnerMuseum.org.
