Saltwater Fishing Clinics
2019-10-30 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Usina Boat Ramp, 603 Euclid Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Time to cast your line into the open ocean! Hosted by the St. Johns County Parks & Recreation Department, these Saltwater Fishing Clinics let you learn while you fish. Participants must have a Saltwater Shoreline License, which is free from the Fish and Wildlife Commission.
Each of the clinics is free and will cover different topics. Registration is required to attend.

Bats! An Educational Program
2019-10-30 14:30 - 15:30 | Anastasia Island Public Library, 124 Seagrove Main St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Florida is home to 13 species of bats. Bats are unique winged mammals that play an important role in our ecosystem. Join St. Johns County Naturalist Kelly Ussia for an engaging and educational hour devoted to these amazing creatures.
This event is free and pre-registration is not required. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.

First Friday Garden Walk
2019-11-01 10:00, 2019-12-06 10:00 | Washington Oaks Garden State Park, 6400 N Oceanshore Blvd.,, FL
On the first Friday of each month, Washington Oaks Gardens State Park hosts a Garden Walk beginning at 10 a.m. The 45-minute walk is led by a park ranger and will educate guests on the history and variety of the beautiful formal gardens nestled within the maritime hammock of the park.
Fees for the event are listed below:
$5 per vehicle with up to eight people, $4 for a single-occupant vehicle, and $2 for pedestrians/bicyclists.

Guided Exploration Hike at GTM Research Reserve
2019-11-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2019-12-07 09:00 - 11:00 | GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra
On the first Saturday of every month, from 9-11am, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts a Guided Exploration Hike, where attendees can learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula, as well as the natural ecosystem of the Reserve.
A GTM naturalist will lead the hike and teach 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 per vehicle parking fee at the reserve.
Please call (904) 823-4500 or visit here to reserve a spot on the tour.

MOOD THE SHOW
2019-11-10 19:00 - 2019-11-11 00:00 | paper root, 225 West King Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Join us for MOOD THE SHOW, a night of hair and inspiration, on November 10th at 7PM at Paper Root. Mood is a platform for international artists from different backgrounds to come together for one night and celebrate their love of the craft. Founded and hosted by Push Push Salon, Mood is powered by The Salon People and set to showcase some of the most respected hairdressers and educators from multiple hair care brands, including AVEDA, Sebastian, Arrojo, L’Oreal, Cruxe and more.
The show will feature 30-minute demos from each artist offing an up-close view of their techniques and look. We want active learners, engaging interactions, and we want the audience to feel free to be as close as they want. Along with live demonstrations, there will be artist booths where attendees can meet and greet with their favorite artists and learn about their passions and ways to connect for future educational opportunities.
We are also very proud to offer Push Push Academy tool center where attendees can shop the latest tools from combs, clips, brushes, and our newest carry all utility bag. So join us for a night of hair and inspiration and enjoy the show!

FREE Introductory Pole Walking Clinic
2019-11-14 10:45 - 11:45, 2019-12-12 10:45 - 11:45 | Eddie Vickers Park, 399 Riberia Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
You’re invited to a FREE Introductory Pole Walking Clinic where you will learn the history and the many amazing benefits of Fitness Pole Walking! After a brief demonstration of proper technique, you will have the opportunity to Pole Walk with a pair of the provided KeenFit Poles. Fitness Pole Walking is easy and fun for all ages and capabilities and will turn even a simple walk around the block into an effective efficient aerobic total body workout. CLINIC PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

GTM Guided Beach Exploration
2019-11-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2019-12-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States
On the third Saturday of every month, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve hosts a guided walking tour at Guana South Beach from 9 to 11 am. This walking tour is a two-hour long hike and participants will learn about the various species of life that call the area home.
After the tour, guests can return to the visitor center, continue to hike the nearby trails or go to the beach.
Admission is free, but parking is $3
Please note, you must register for a spot in the tour on their website.

Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour
2019-11-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2019-12-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Tolomato Cemetery, 14 Cordova Street, Saint Augustine, 32084, United States
The historic Tolomato Cemetery hosts guided tours of the grounds on the third Saturday of every month from 11 am to 3 pm. The grounds were in use as a cemetery from the 18th century until 1864 and is the final resting place to some 1,000 St. Augustinians.
This guided tour encourages attendees to come and learn about the rich history of the cemetery, and those from an array of cultures who rest there. Some including Spanish, Cuban, Greek, Minorcan, African, Irish, and Haitian. This event is an opportunity to learn about the true stories of the people, as well as the tales of our oldest city.
Admission is free.

A Step Above Networking
2019-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | The Corazon Cinema and Cafe, 36 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
I would like to Invite you to our networking group that meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month. This unique networking experience will help you grow your business and learn new ways to connect and build your business! So mark your calendar today!
When: November 20, 2019 at 12 NOON
Where: Corazon Cinema and Café
36 Granada St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Why: To help you grow your business!
How: Bring your business cards and connect with others!
P.S. Several come at 11:45 for informal networking and to order lunch. FREE parking!
Like our Facebook page for updates on upcoming events! We have two pages that give info on this event. 1. A Step Above Networking at https://www.facebook.com/astepabovenetworking/?modal=admin_todo_tour or at Upscale Event Productions https://www.facebook.com/pg/UpscaleEventProductions/posts/?ref=page_internal

Gobble Gobble! Learn About Wild Turkeys
2019-11-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Anastasia Island Public Library, 124 Seagrove Main St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Turkeys are a symbol of the holiday season, but what do you know about wild turkeys? Join St. Johns County Park Naturalist Kelly Ussia for a fun, festive and informational talk about this charismatic bird. This event is free and open to all ages.
Seating is first-come, first-served. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.

Sunset Dolphin Beach Walk
2019-11-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, 32080
Join an experienced guide from Marineland Dolphin Adventure for a beautiful sunset walk along the beach. They’ve partnered with St. Johns County Parks and Recreation to lead participants on a peaceful exploration of the beaches and water, looking for local dolphins. Learn all about the anatomy and behavior of dolphins and local whale species as you keep an eye out on the ocean.
The walk is free but reservations are required.

Villa Zorayda Museum’s Candlelight Tours
2019-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Villa Zorayda, 83 King Street, St. Augustine
Join the Villa Zorayda Museum this upcoming Holiday Season for their 10th Annual “Candlelight Tours” of the Museum which are offered on select evenings during St. Augustine’s “Nights of Lights” Celebration. The Villa Zorayda Museum showcases beautiful Christmas decorations for the Holidays. A spectacular Christmas Tree decorated in the colors of the Zorayda – red and gold – is located center stage in the central “Court of Lions”. Over 100 candles are aglow throughout the Museum as docents lead you on your tour of the historic former home. These specialty tours have become one of the most popular things to do during St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights Celebration.
Candlelight Tours typically last about 1.5 hours and include an in depth overview of the history of the Villa Zorayda, its previous owners, and the art and antique collection inside. The Museum features the priceless antique collections of both previous owners, Franklin Smith and A.S. Mussallem. It was built in 1883 by Smith and it set a precedence for architecture in St. Augustine during the GIlded Age.
Refreshments of homemade Christmas cookies and punch, included with Select Candlelight Tour Dates.
Reservations are highly recommended as space is limited. Please call the Museum at 904-829-9887.

Island Prep’s Holiday Bazaar
2019-12-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Island Prep West, 150 Blackford Way, Saint Augustine, 32086
Island Prep’s Holiday Bazaar is a free family friendly public event! There will be holiday shopping, silent auctions, food trucks, and pictures with Santa! This event will be held on Sunday , December 1 from 12pm – 3pm.
Island Prep West is located at 150 Blackford Way, St. Augustine, FL 32086

‘The Fear of Change’ a Senior Conservatory Showcase
2019-12-04 19:00, 2019-12-05 19:00 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
The Flagler College department of visual arts is hosting their senior conservatory showcase, “The Fear of Change”. Featured senior directors for this event include John Kearny and Jillianne Tamillo; Kearny directs “Red” by John Logan, the story of master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko while Tamillo wrote and directed “Brown Eyed Girl: An Ethnographic Documentary”. Be sure to attend this event for a wonderful evening full of art and culture.
Admission
Tickets are $5 for general admission and may be purchased here.

Castillo by Candlelight: Enemy at the Gates
2019-12-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
The Castillo’s annual 1740 Siege Night event, “Enemy at the Gates,” is back again for another spectacular evening. This special tour includes live history demonstrations presenting The Fort as it would have been under the 1740 British siege many years ago. The tours will give visitors a look inside different stations of the monument and reenactors will be demonstrating the preparation that soldiers took as they prepared for the attack by British General, James Oglethorpe. Don’t miss out on this chance to relive history!
Admission to this event is $15 for adults ages 16 and older, and $5 for children ages 5-15.

Villa Zorayda Museum’s Candlelight Tours
2019-12-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join the Villa Zorayda Museum this upcoming Holiday Season for their 10th Annual “Candlelight Tours” of the Museum which are offered on select evenings during St. Augustine’s “Nights of Lights” Celebration.
The Villa Zorayda Museum showcases beautiful Christmas decorations for the Holidays. A spectacular Christmas Tree decorated in the colors of the Zorayda – red and gold – is located center stage in the central “Court of Lions”. Over 100 candles are aglow throughout the Museum as docents lead you on your tour of the historic former home. These specialty tours have become one of the most popular things to do during St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights Celebration.
Candlelight Tours typically last about 1.5 hours and include an in depth overview of the history of the Villa Zorayda, its previous owners, and the art and antique collection inside. The Museum features the priceless antique collections of both previous owners, Franklin Smith and A.S. Mussallem. It was built in 1883 by Smith and it set a precedence for architecture in St. Augustine during the GIlded Age.
Refreshments of homemade Christmas cookies and punch, included with Select Candlelight Tour Dates.
Reservations are highly recommended as space is limited. Please call the Museum at 904-829-9887.
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Star Gazing at TrailMark
2019-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | TrailMark, 805 TrailMark Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32092, United States
Come join the TrailMark Community for a night of stars with the Ancient City Astronomy Club
Telescopes Available OR Bring your own Telescope
Come for the stars, stay for the hot cocoa bar!
Open to the Public – Free Event
Sunday, December 8, 2019
6 – 8 PM
***WEATHER PERMITTING***

Star Gazing Event
2019-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | TrailMark Community, 805 TrailMark Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32092
Looking for a free event this weekend that’s family friendly? Come out to TrailMark (right off Pacetti Rd) to do some star gazing! We’re partnering with the St. Augustine Astronomy Club to get en even more in depth look at the stars. Bring your own telescope if you have one, if not no worries! The Astronomy Club is setting up theirs as well. We will also be setting up a Hot Cocoa Bar in the Welcome Center. Parking on site. Hope to see you there! Please RSVP! ***WEATHER PERMITTING***

Evenings at Whitney Lecture – From Penguins to Plankton
2019-12-12 19:00 | UF Whitney Laboratory Lohman Auditorium, 9505 Ocean Shore Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
The next Evenings at Whitney Lecture Series hosted by the University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience will be a lecture titled, “From Penguins to Plankton – The Dramatic Impacts of Climate Change on the Antarctic Peninsula”. James McClintock, Ph.D., will be the speaker as he teaches listeners about the reality that our environment is facing.
Admission
This lecture is free and open to the public.

Owl Prowl
2019-12-13 17:15 - 19:45 | Vaill Point Park, 630 Vaill Point Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Learn all about these big-eyed creatures at this educational event. Park Naturalist, AyoLane Halusky will take you on a tour to explore our county parks at sunset in search of our resident owls who live inside our parks.
Bring your questions and curiosity for this nighttime event that will have you leaving with plenty of knowledge regarding these creatures of the night.
Admission
This event is FREE and open to all ages, but you must register to attend. To register for this event, click here.
For more info, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348.

St. Augustine Exotic Bird Expo
2019-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Mark Lance National Guard Armory, 190 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
For all you bird enthusiasts and children who want to learn more about all types of birds, this event is perfect for a bird education like no other. Come view a large variety of exotic birds from finches to macaws. You’ll have the opportunity to talk to and learn from breeders and suppliers of bird cages, toys, and food.
Admission
$5 for adults. Children under 10 are free.

Villa Zorayda Museum’s Candlelight Tours
2019-12-15 17:30 - 19:00, 2019-12-18 18:00 - 19:30, 2019-12-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King St., St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
