GTM Research Reserve Lecture
2019-02-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Marineland Dolphin Adventure, 9600 North Oceanshore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve has partnered up with Marineland Dolphin Adventure to offer a free lecture on the third Tuesday of each month designed to inform the public about the natural world. Topics will range from wildlife and conservation to coastal ecosystems and more. Registration is not required, but space fills up fast, so it is suggested.nat

SJCA Program: Swallow-tailed Kites and Other Imperiled Species with Dr. Ken Meyer
2019-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Johns River State College, 2990 College Drive, Room C-116, St. Augustine, 32084
Join the St. Johns County Audubon Society for its monthly meeting where Dr. Kenneth Meyer of the Avian Research and Conservation Institute (ARCI), based in Gainesville, Florida, will return to discuss his fascinating work on Swallow-tailed Kites and other species.
Since its formation in 1997, the ARCI has focused on applied ecological studies of rare and imperiled birds in the United States and Latin America. It gathers the scientific data that makes conservation happen!

Saltwater Fishing 101
2019-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Usina Boat Ramp, 603 Euclid Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Learn the ins and outs of saltwater fishing in Florida. Ever wonder what to put in your tackle box, how to measure your catch, or how to clean what you’ve caught? Please note that all participants must have a Saltwater Shoreline License. This is a free license from FWC. This program is free, but you must RSVP on Eventbrite to attend.

904 Naturalist Series – Circles of Place
2019-02-20 12:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-22 12:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-23 12:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-27 12:30 - 15:30 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Park Naturalist AyoLane Halusky to learn about the diverse environment that surrounds us and become a 904 Naturalist. There will be four programs with each one comprised of six classes held over three weeks. The second program is focused on the Circles of Place. Use your observation skills, artistic senses, and patience to create a deeper connection with the habitats around you. Participants must be able to attend all six classes. This program is free and open to adults ages 18 and up. For more info, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348.

Deeper Than Indigo: Southeast Textile Symposium
2019-02-21, 2019-02-22, 2019-02-23 | Flagler College, 74 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The symposium is intended to provide an opportunity to investigate the rich history of St. Augustine and the Southeastern United States through the lens of the indigo trade and the repercussions of slavery and colonialism. It will feature speakers, tours, films and other activities.

Deeper Than Indigo: Southeast Textile Symposium
2019-02-21 10:00 - 19:00, 2019-02-22 09:00 - 2019-02-23 19:00, 2019-02-23 09:00 - 2019-02-24 19:00 | Flagler College, 74 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
A three day event that includes speakers, a field trip day, free screening of indigo documentary, luncheon and public art project. Speakers are free and open to the public. Please see website for details on other events.

Work as Worship Conference 2019
2019-02-22 07:30 - 15:30 | Anastasia Baptist Church, 1650 A1A, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
On February 22, join thousands of Christian business professionals across the country for a 1-day live stream event to hear from experts on connecting your faith and work.
Last year WAW gathered with over 13,000 business professionals across the country for a full 1-day retreat to hear from experts, be encouraged, and discuss how to connect our faith and work.
We would love for you to be a part of our next Work as Worship Retreat here in St. Augustine!
Registration for Work as Worship is now LIVE! Visit workasworshipretreat.org to register today!

Not in Your Backyard
2019-02-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Anastasia Island Public Library, 124 Seagrove Main St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Take this chance to learn more about the plants that have taken over our little slice of Florida! St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with GTM Research Reserve for a lecture about invasive plant species in Northeast Florida. Seating for this event is first-come, first-served. This program is free. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.alnts

Ripcord
2019-02-22 19:30 - 2019-03-03 14:00, 2019-02-23 19:30 - 2019-03-04 14:00, 2019-02-24 14:00, 2019-03-01 19:30 - 2019-03-10 14:00, 2019-03-02 19:30 - 2019-03-11 14:00, 2019-03-03 14:00 | Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, 102 ML King Ave, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Presented by A Classic Theatre, Ripcord is a new comedy from Pulitzer-prize winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire. The hilarious play follows two roommates from hell in an assisted living center, and their rivalry will have you in stitches. Friday and Saturday performances will take place at 7:30pm. Sunday performances will take place at 2pm. Tickets to the performances are $20 per person.

Second Saturdays Family Seining
2019-02-23 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra
On the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts a family seining class – an opportunity for the whole family to learn how to use seine nets to collect various fish and crab. All necessary gear for seining is supplied by the reserve. The program is free, but reservations are required.

Dune Ecology Lecture
2019-02-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Anastasia Island Public Library, 124 Seagrove Main St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Our beaches are dynamic and unique ecosystems. Learn what makes our dunes important habitats and why we should protect them. Join Park Naturalist Kelly Ussia for an engaging talk about one of our most precious natural resources. Seating for this event is first-come, first-served. This program is free. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.

River-to-Sea Trail Walk
2019-02-27 09:00 - 11:00 | River-To-Sea Preserve, 9805 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL, 32137, United States
Join a GTM Research Reserve guide as they lead a group along the trail, teaching about shorebirds, mollusks, and shells, as well as how Native Americans lived in the area. Guests will also learn about the make-up of coquina rock, how beach vines and sea oats help anchor dunes, and why the dune ecosystem needs protection. The program is free, but reservations are required.

Lighthouse Night Fest
2019-03-02 16:00 - 20:00 | St. Augustine Lighthouse, 81 Lighthouse Ave, St. Augustine
In an annual celebration of the long-time bond between the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and the Junior Service League of St. Augustine, the Museum will host the annual Lighthouse Night Fest in conjunction with the JSL’s Lighthouse 5K. Visitors are invited to explore and climb the 219 steps to the top of the Lighthouse for a spectacular sunset view. Children’s activities will be offered, and guests can tour shipwreck exhibits, the conservation lab, view boat building, and walk the nature trail. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Birding 101
2019-03-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Fort Mose Trail, 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL
Join the St. Johns County Audubon a Birding 101 field trip at Fort Mose. Fort Mose has a lovely boardwalk where woodstorks, egrets and herons can be found, as well as a nice meadow for finding songbirds. This event is especially geared toward beginning birders, but all are more than welcome.
Meet at the parking lot at 9:00 am for a lovely morning outing.
We will have extra pairs of binoculars for those who need them.

Going Tiny: A Tiny House Talk and Tour
2019-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Have you been thinking about living the Tiny life? Think you can fit you and all your stuff in 125 square feet? Come to the Main Library on Monday, March 11th to learn more about what it takes to build, own, and live in a Tiny House. Shorty Robbins, of the United Tiny House Association, will be here with her Victorian Tiny House on Wheels, Nawaka. Shorty will give a presentation and then let you tour her home to see for yourself how it can be done! For more information, please call the Main Library at 904.827.6940.

Improv Basics: a 6-week class for grown-ups
2019-03-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine, 32084
Throughout this 6-week introduction class, students will explore the basic concepts of improvisation in a warm, safe and supportive environment. The class is designed to build self-confidence and explore creativity using the fundamentals of improvisation. Designed for both actors and non-actors, it will expose students to:
* Being – and reacting – in the moment.
* Accepting and building on gifts from other classmates.
* Embracing – and using – failure.
* Co-creating with others (listening, communicating, giving & taking focus).
* Thriving in an unscripted environment.
Students leaving this course will have a working understanding of the basic fundamentals of improvisational theater as well as an increased appreciation, and comfort, with being on stage without a script.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12
End Date: Tuesday, April 16
All classes are 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Limelight Theatre
Early Bird Registration available through March 5: $145
Regular Registration available March 6 – 11: $155
Got questions? Call 904-825-1164 or email hello@adventure-project.com.
For more information about improv events, clases and shows in St. Augustine, please visit www.adventure-project.com.

Flagler College’s Forum on Government and Public Policy
2019-03-12 19:00 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Flagler College’s Forum on Government and Public Policy offers a full schedule of fascinating lectures on political and cultural topics ranging from global dynamics and the internet to federalism and federal finances. The event is free and open to the public.
The March 12th lecture will be by Roy Gutman, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter based in the Middle East for Frontline.

Flagler Forum on Government and Public Policy
2019-03-12 19:00 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Flagler College’s Forum on Government and Public Policy invites nationally-recognized speakers, journalists, commentators, and industry experts to the Ancient City to discuss current events and issues that matter to our community and the nation at large. March’s forum will feature Roy Gutman – Middle East-based, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter for Frontline. Admission to the event is free.
