St. Augustine Guest Houses

Midnight in the Garden of Indigo Batik Exhibit
2020-02-19 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-20 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-22 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2020-02-23 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-02-25 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
Cindy Wilson’s indigo batiks are featured in February at Butterfield Garage Gallery
Friday February 7, 2020, at 6:00pm Cindy will present an artist talk explaining her process, and experiences of working with indigo.
The show, titled Midnight in the Garden of Indigo results from Cindy’s focus in 2019 learning to use indigo dye for batiks. The infinite shades of blue, and the extreme lightfastness of indigo intrigued her, and indigo research and dye vats soon took over her studio. Dying with indigo requires both science and art. The results are batiks that have an other worldly feel, a haunting stillness, and though the images are beautiful, they reveal an incomplete visual story. These monochromatic images will encourage the viewer to see the familiar in a new light as well.
Cindy’s batiks are known for the high level of detail and painterly quality she is able to express with the medium. A long background of drawing has guided her work. Cindy uses a tjanting tool from Indonesia to apply hot wax much in the same way as an artist uses a quill to lay down ink. Layer by layer the liquid wax seals the color she wants to preserve, before the next dye is applied. Her process of building colors directly on the fabric is unique, and creates the depth of color seen in her batiks. “Balancing the technical process while keeping a feel of spontaneity is my overall focus as I work on a piece” Cindy explains.
During the past five years, Cindy’s work has caught the attention of both jurists and collectors. She has been included in numerous regional shows and her batiks grace the homes of many collectors around the country. She teaches her technique in classes at The Bascom Center for the Arts in Highlands NC, as well as locally.
A short history of indigo and its role in St. Augustines past, plus A hands on demonstration of batik and the indigo dying process will be presented Saturday Feb 22, at Butterfield Gallery.

Family Fishing Clinic
2020-02-19 16:00 - 17:30, 2020-02-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Vaill Point Park, 630 Vaill Point Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Join St. Johns County Parks & Recreation for a hands-on, family fishing series from 4pm to 5:30pm every Wednesday in February. Each of the classes will cover different elements of learning to fish – Casting, Fish ID and Regulations, Proper Fish Handling, and Knot Tying. All children must be a minimum of 5 years old and be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. This program is free, but you must register on CivicRec to attend.

Birding at Faver-Dykes
2020-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Faver-Dykes State Park, 1000 Faver Dykes Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Join Peggy Cook and Dave Wiinikainen, experts from the St. Johns Audubon Society, and be introduced to birding during a walk along the Pellicer Creek at Favor-Dykes State Park. Participants can expect to see songbirds, warblers, eagles, and falcons, as well as wading birds such as egrets, white ibis, and herons. The walk is free with regular park admission of $5.

Basics in Nature Photography
2020-02-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-02-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Alpine Groves Park, 2060 State Road 13, Swtizerland, FL, 32259, United States
Do you have a nice camera and always leave it on auto? Do you wish you could capture the amazing beauty of the nature around you? Join local photographer Nicholle Goodnight for a hands-on class to sharpen your photography skills. Participants will need to bring their own camera equipment and be at least 12 years in age. This program is free. You must attend all three classes to participate.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2020-02-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-02-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Let your littles explore the library and be captivated by creative storytelling. Toddler storytime is held in the large meeting room at Main Library. Join Mr. Andy and Mrs. Marcia for singing, dancing and great stories. Toddler storytime is aimed at children ages 1-3, but all are welcome to come and join in the fun. Free.
Every Thursday, 11am, 11:30am

Astronomy Program at Faver-Dykes
2020-02-21 19:00 | Faver-Dykes State Park, 1000 Faver Dykes Road, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Faver-Dykes State Park Rangers Joe and Mark will introduce guests to the mysteries of the stars, planets, and satellites. The program covers the mythology of the constellations, as well as new scientific discoveries in astronomy. Telescopes are not necessary, but guests are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. The program is subject to cancellation if the weather is unfavorable, so please call (386) 446-6783 to confirm. The talk is free with regular park admission of $5.

Farmers Market at The Amp
2020-02-22 08:30 - 12:30, 2020-02-29 08:30 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Join us every Saturday morning under the oaks out front for a gathering of St. Augustine’s finest growers, artisans and artists. For 20 years this community event has brought together the region’s finest fresh food, prepared goods and fine art. Shop for groceries and gifts, grab a bite to eat or drink, mingle with friends and stay for awhile to enjoy some old-time music from the Free Rangers on the Front Porch!
Monthly Events at the Farmers Market:

2nd and 4th Saturday of each month – The St. Johns County Public Library Bookmobile
1st Saturday of each month at 9am – Yoga at the Market

Tour of the Old Spanish Quarries
2020-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, 32080
This historical look into the Old Spanish Quarries will give guests an inside perspective of how the quarry was used and how the use of coquina influenced the architecture and history of St. Augustine. For the tour, check in at the ranger station then head to the quarry parking area. The tour is free with park admission.

STA City Market
2020-02-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Eddie Vickers Park, 399 Riberia Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
With food trucks, live music, and local artisans as well as all the fresh produce and goods that you’d expect, the STA City Market is so much more than just a farmers market. So grab your bags and basket, make your way to the park, and plan to spend the day.

Power and Inspiration: The African American Struggle for Freedom
2020-02-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, 102 ML King Ave, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Howard Professor Sonja D. Williams as she discusses the African American struggle for freedom through sacred songs and radio dramas. Williams is the author of Word Warrior: Richard Durham, Radio and Freedom and a producer of Wade in the Water: African American Sacred Music Traditions, a Peabody Award winning radio series. The program is free and open to the public. Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served.
This event is hosted by the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center (LMCC), located at 102 ML King Avenue. The LMCC works to preserve, promote and perpetuate 450 years of African American history and culture in Northeast Florida through the arts, education, cultural programs, live performance, oral histories and exhibits.

Exploring Estuaries
2020-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Anastasia Island Library Branch, 124 Sea Grove Main St., St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Estuaries are places where freshwater and saltwater meet, but they are so much more than that. Join St. Johns County Park Naturalist Kelly Ussia for an engaging talk about this ecologically and economically important ecosystem. These talks are free and open to all ages. Seating is first-come, first-served.

“Who Are You? Reflections from Someone Who Wants to Know” Lecture
2020-02-25 19:00 | Flagler Room of Flagler College, 74 Kings Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
On Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Flagler Room of Ponce de Leon Hall at Flagler College, the Woodrow Wilson visiting fellow Julie Lythcott-Haims will give a lecture titled, “Who Are You? Reflections from Someone Who Wants to Know.” The lecture is free and open to the public.
Lythcott-Haims’ background includes work as a corporate lawyer as well as administration in higher education – a dean at Stanford.
She has several books including a New York Times best-seller-turned-TED Talk on helicopter parents: “How to Raise an Adult” with a sequel coming soon for young adults titled, “How to BE an Adult.” She’s also produced an award-winning and critically-acclaimed book of poetry “Real American: A Memoir.” Her work has been featured in The Atlantic, Chicago Tribune, Parents magazine, “CBS This Morning,” “The Today Show” and “National Public Radio,” among others.
During her visit to Flagler, Lythcott-Haims will visit political science and first year seminar classes, attend various social activities with faculty and staff, as well as participate in several events for the Black Student Association.
Lythcott-Haims holds a J.D. from Harvard, a M.F.A. in writing from California College of the Arts and a bachelor’s from Stanford.

Wednesday Market at the Pier
2020-02-26 08:00 - 12:00 | St Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach
Every Wednesday, artisans and growers gather their goods at the St. Augustine Beach Pier. The market is a destination, a place that serves as a setting for the community and visitors to the area to gather and learn something new from a farmer, grower, producer or local artist. To build a community where we work and live. We support local economy, increase market opportunities for farmers and small businesses, and provides access to an assortment of local and regional sourced products.

Let’s Talk Turtle
2020-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, 32080
Head to Anastasia State Park to learn all the fantastic facts about our beloved sea turtles. Rangers will teach guests about how to identify turtles, how they nest and hatch, and how we can help them survive the many dangers they encounter in our oceans. This program is family friendly and will take place at the Sea Turtle Pavilion near the Island Beach Grill. The lecture is free with regular park admission.

Night Under the Stars
2020-02-27 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Johns County Fairgrounds, 5840 S.R. 207, Elkton, FL, 32033, United States
St. Johns County Parks & Recreation has partnered with Ancient City Astronomy Club (ACAC) for an evening that is out of this world. Bring your friends and family and learn all about the night sky including constellations, star names, and more! Telescopes and binoculars will be on-hand to view the moon, planets, and other celestial objects. This program is free, but you must register on CivicRec to attend.
