Kids Free November at the Hall of Fame
2018-11-17, 2018-11-18, 2018-11-19, 2018-11-20, 2018-11-21, 2018-11-22, 2018-11-23, 2018-11-24 and 6 more dates | World Golf Hall of Fame, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine
Bring the whole family to World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum for Kids Free November. Throughout the month of November, discover all the family fun that the World Golf Hall of Fame has to offer! The best part? Kids under 12 get in FREE all month long! Let your kids explore, learn something new and spend some quality family time. Up to 5 children (12 and under) get in FREE with a general admission paying adult. No coupon necessary. Cannot be used for special events or combined with any other discounts/offers. This offer is not intended for schools, organizations or associations.
Enjoy a round on the 18-hole natural grass putting green for just $5 per person. Take two shots on the Challenge Hole for just $5 (or five shots for $10). For more information, visit www.worldgolfhalloffame.org.

Nights of Lights with Friends of SAHS
2018-11-17 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Way Residenc, 39 Avista Circle, St Augustine, 32084
Join your classmates and friends of St Augustine/Ketterlinus High School Alumni as we gather for the second annual “Nights of Lights with Friends of SAHS” event, hosted by your Board of Directors at the exquisite waterway home of Class of ’74 Alumnus Chris and Pam Livingston Way.
Expect pristine views across the water as the City of St Augustine illuminates our beautiful corner of paradise for the coming holiday season while you enjoy an oyster feast, assorted delectables and a full bar.
Of most importance, an opportunity to connect with your St Augustine and Ketterlinus High School Alumni through the years, and to learn more about our great new membership, endowment and scholarship programs to support future generations at the school!
Space is limited and so is time…so be sure to register soon. We look forward to celebrating with you!

GTM Research Reserve/Marineland Lecture
2018-11-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Marineland Dolphin Adventure, 9600 North Oceanshore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
In partnership with the Marineland Dolphin Adventure, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas Research Reserve hosts a free lecture on the third Tuesday of every month. The lectures are designed to educate the public about the natural world by featuring experts in various fields discussing topics that are relevant to the local area.
The lectures are free, but registration is necessary. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/gtm-research-reserve-marineland-lecture-registration-15519214388 to register.

Dolphin Conservation Experience Kayak Ecotour
2018-11-21 13:00 - 18:00, 2018-12-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Ripple Effect Ecotours @the Town of Marineland Marina, 101 Tolstoy Lane, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Introducing a new level of collaboration between Ripple Effect Ecotours and Marineland Dolphin Adventure. This unique combination of kayak and walking tours will introduce visitors to the complete “Dolphin Conservation Experience”. The day will start at Marineland Dolphin Adventure, where guests will be immersed in the history and legacy of conservation at this amazing facility. After a short break, guests will be delighted with a 2 hour kayak tour venturing into the Marineland Matanzas Basin where Ripple Effect Ecotours expert guides will focus on the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin natural habitat. We hope you will take part in this exciting new “Dolphin Conservation Experience” and help spread the Marineland Ripple Effect!
Cost for this event is $55/person, and requires advanced reservation. Visitors can view our entire tour calendar online and register for this and other events at www.rippleeffectecotours.com or by phone at (904) 347-1565.

Family Seining
2018-11-24 09:00, 2018-12-08 09:00 | Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States
On the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts classes for the whole family to learn how to use seine nets to collect various fish and crab species. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake, collecting species of fish, crabs and more, and then learn about the animals and their roles in the habitat. The free event is led by a naturalist and all necessary gear is provided. Registration via the website is required.

Get Gilded at the Lightner After Hours!
2018-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Come explore the Lightner Museum’s newest exhibit “America’s Castles”, on Thursday, November 29, 2018, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Showcasing collection pieces from the Gilded Age, a time of great wealth and industrialization in America, guests can simply peruse the ballroom gallery listening to the soothing sounds of local musician, Ramona or test their knowledge of history by trying an interactive gallery activity led by museum docents. At this free monthly social event, enjoy an early evening of refreshments, light hors d’oeuvres, and the elegant surroundings of this beautiful and unique historic museum during the Nights of Lights in St. Augustine.
This event is free and open to the public. Guests may enter at the Granada Street entrance to Café Alcazar(the entrances with the blue and white awnings, located across from the Corazon Cinema).
The Lightner Museum is a non-profit cultural institution sustained by the generous support of individuals, businesses, and sponsors. Donations are appreciated. For more information about our exhibits, events and programs please visit our website at lightnermuseum.org and follow us on social media @lightnermuseum.
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.

Pal Military Appreciation Day at the Hall of Fame
2018-12-01 | World Golf Hall of Fame, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine
The 61st Annual St. Augustine Pal Military Appreciation Day will take place on Saturday, December 1, 2018. For this annual event, the World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum is offering free admission for all active-duty service men and women and their families. This is a proud local tradition in St. Augustine, and a wonderful opportunity to show appreciation to our troops and their families.
Offer includes museum admission only. Enjoy a round on the 18-hole natural grass putting green for just $5 per person. Take two shots on the Challenge Hole for just $5 (or five shots for $10).

Guided Exploration Hike at GTM Research Reserve
2018-12-01 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra
On the first Saturday of every month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts a Guided Exploration Hike, where guests can learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula, as well as the natural biodiversity of the Reserve.
A GTM naturalist leads the hike and talks about the peninsula’s 5,000 years of human history, including how native peoples made use of the estuarine resources, what European plantation life was like, and current efforts to save those resources.
The hike is free, but there is a $3 parking fee.

Colonial Night Watch
2018-12-01 09:00 - 20:00 | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
The St. Augustine Garrison, The Colonial Quarter and the Castillo de San Marcos present The Colonial Night Watch – a beloved annual event recreating the historic night watches of garrison towns. The all-day event will begin with a flag-raising ceremony at the Castillo de San Marcos then continues with reenactors at the Colonial Quarter showing audiences what life was like for these Spanish, French, British and Native American people. The event is free and open to the public. A full schedule of events can be found on the website below.

Little Lightners – Animal Exploration, ABC
2018-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Come join us Sunday, December 2nd at 10 am or 1 pm for Animal Exploration, ABC, a program for children ages 3 – 6, and their caregiver. Explore the Science and Technology gallery with a Lightner Educator, searching for animals in the collection. Some animals will be easy to find, others might be hidden in plain sight! After the exploration, use your creativity to make your own unique animal to take home. The class will meet in the Lightner Lobby before heading into the museum. The program will last 45 minutes. Guests are encouraged to stay after the program for our daily Music Demonstrations, occurring at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Program times: 10 am or 1 pm. Program admission is free. Registration through ShowClix is required, space is limited. Register at: https://www.showclix.com/event/little-lightners-abc-program
Entrance to the Museum is free for St. John’s County residents on Sundays.

Celestial Star Gazing Party at TrailMark on Dec. 2
2018-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | TrailMark, 805 TrailMark Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32092, United States
The Ancient City Astronomy Club of St. Augustine is a community of amateur astronomy enthusiasts promoting interest in the heavens and beyond. Club members will have telescopes available for a close-up view of the moon, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and many other celestial objects. The club will be showcasing its Astrophotography, a photo gallery of stars, constellations, the night sky and more. The event will be held rain or shine.

Lightner Museum Curator’s Tour
2018-12-05 10:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Lightner Museum offers special Curator Tours on the first Wednesday of every month. Led by Curator Barry Myers, the tours feature a behind-the-scenes look at some of the unique treasures in the Lightner Museum’s eclectic collection.
The tour is included with regular admission. $10 for adults, $6 for active-duty military, $5 for college students and youth ages 12 – 18, and free for anyone under 12.

Everyone Can Conserve: Whales and Dolphins
2018-12-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Solomon Calhoun Center, 1300 Duval Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas Research Reserve is partnering with St. Johns County Parks and Recreation to bring the local community into the conservation conversation. This family-friendly program will focus on whales and dolphins — a variety of species of which can be found in Florida. This is your chance to learn more about these incredible creatures and how to protect them. The program is free, but reservations are required. Light refreshments will be provided.

First Friday Garden Walk
2018-12-07 10:00 - 10:45 | Washington Oaks Garden State Park, 6400 N Oceanshore Blvd.,, FL
On the first Friday of every month, take a peaceful and pleasant walk through Washington Oaks State Park. The 45-minute walk is led by a park ranger and introduces guests to the history and variety of the beautiful formal gardens nestled within the maritime hammock at this unique state park.
Regular park entrance fees apply of $5 per vehicle with up to eight people, $4 for single-occupant vehicles, and $2 for pedestrians/bicyclists.

Castillo Holiday Open House
2018-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
Immerse yourself in centuries of history at the Castillo de San Marcos by lantern light. Guests can experience the Castillo after dark and meet a variety of historic military personnel portrayed by park rangers and volunteers. These reenactors bring to life the soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have served within the Castillo walls throughout its long history. The public is invited to this free open house to enjoy a piece of our city’s rich history. There will be cannon firings at 6, 7, and 8pm.
