Butterfield Garage May Featured Artist, Laura O’Neal
2019-05-16 11:00 - 2019-05-17 17:00, 2019-05-17 11:00 - 2019-05-18 17:00, 2019-05-18 11:00 - 2019-05-19 17:00, 2019-05-19 11:00 - 2019-05-20 17:00, 2019-05-20 11:00 - 2019-05-21 17:00, 2019-05-21 11:00 - 2019-05-22 17:00, 2019-05-22 11:00 - 2019-05-23 17:00, 2019-05-23 11:00 - 2019-05-24 17:00 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
Butterfield Garage May Feature Artist Laura O’Neal Presents STAND TALL, An Artist Talk, First Friday May 3, at 6pm is an opportunity to hear about Laura’s process, as she takes the viewer beyond the surface imagery to the intention within.
Laura has been an artist with Butterfield Garage since 2011. Prose and lyrics often accompany her colorful whimsical paintings. Her art is expressive, and reflect her growth as a person and an artist. There is a meaning and depth to discover beyond the surface.
“STAND TALL”, the title of her exhibit, is intended to “… inspire the viewer to think about their connection to the Earth and of being grounded; happy where you are in this present moment. Then, to encourage the viewer to lift heads high and seek to align themselves with that which is higher and greater. Lastly, to receive that magic. I hope you smile!”
Laura says “I have always written prose and lyrics as a way to inspire the visual. The words I write, however, have become much more valuable over the last couple of years.” “My word-swirl forms the energy-body of the piece. Words make their way into the background and sometimes the foreground. I believe words are very powerful and can even have the ability to co-create. Sometimes those words in your head are best left in the background. Through obscuring the negative dialogue, a space (in the head as well as the canvas) can be cleared so that a vibrant LIFE can emerge, rich in color!
My pieces sometimes seem “busy” because I sense the energy that is happening all around us on so many levels. The thing I like most about my work is its duplicity. At first the viewer may notice the whimsical nature and the bright colors. Sometimes a patron may take the step further; to actually read the poetry and then understand that this seemingly fun little piece actually has something profound to state.
I have enjoyed playing around with my new creations and their exaggerated lengths. As an artist, we spend chunks of time in solitude, so these characters have actually come to life for me, and have provided me wonderful, humorous company. These pieces represent being grounded; with feet on the Earth and being “down to Earth” while traveling along on that lofty path of ASCENSION.

West African Drum Circle
2019-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | St. Augustine Beach Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, 32085
On the third Thursday of every month running from March to October of 2019, the West African Drum Circles of Saint. Augustine comes together at the St. Augustine Pier. This event provides guests with a vibrant evening of music and community.
All guests are encouraged to participate and play on an instrument or percussion of their choice. The group provides additional drums and handheld instruments for guests to use, and musicians, dancers, and spectators are all welcome. Additionally, all guests may bring chairs to the event.
Admission for this event is free.

904 Naturalist Series – Exploring the Life of Plants & Trees
2019-05-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-05-22 12:30 - 15:30, 2019-05-23 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-05-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The St. John’s County Parks and Rec department is putting together a naturalist series for participants to learn about the environment. There will be four programs with each one comprised of six classes held over three weeks throughout the month of May. The fourth and last program is focused on Exploring the Life of Plants & Trees. Participants must be able to attend all six classes.
Admission to this event is free, and participants must be 18 or older.
Visit their website for more information and to register for this event.

History of You: Find Your Ancestry Story
2019-05-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Margaret Nicholson, PhD, as she discusses her memoir and handbook, My Surprise Family: Find Your Ancestry Story. Her book tells about her experience after finding unexpected DNA results and a surprise father. Using her experience as a case study, she will share what she learned about searching for ancestors, the writing process, and choosing a publication format.
This presentation is designed to appeal to everyone. And for those interested in ancestry research and writing, you may be able to answer questions such as how much time do you want to devote to this? How comprehensive should your story be? What publication format is best for your purposes?
For more information, please contact the Main Library at 904.827.6940.

Jaws of the Sea
2019-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Nease Beachfront Park, 2nd Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with Marineland Dolphin Adventure for an interactive walking tour all about sharks. This guided tour will include information about shark biology, human and shark encounters, common sharks found in our waters, and more. Participants will also be given the chance to look for their own shark tooth souvenirs to bring home with them.
Admission to the tour is free, but you must register beforehand on the event’s website.

St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
2019-05-18 08:30 - 12:30, 2019-05-25 08:30 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Fresh food, artisan goods, local arts and music, and community from vendors that set up each Saturday outside of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Come out to do your weekly shopping or just to explore everything that’s offered by area artisans and growers. No pets please.

Furry Paws Festival
2019-05-18 10:00 - 14:00
Welcome to the Furry Paws Festival. We are raising awareness and donations for K9s for Warriors while having a fun community day with activities, food trucks, canine demonstrations, face painting and entertainment. Area businesses and sponsors will be showcasing what they can provide to the community. Admission is free, but donations for K9s for Warriors are certainly encouraged.
This will be held
May 18th from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (rain or shine)
World Golf Village Neighborhood Dog Park
3500 International Golf Parkway
St. Augustine, FL 32092

Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour
2019-05-18 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.

Gypsy Skirt Dance
2019-05-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Join Gina Marie Newman, Director of Blue Lotus World Dance Co., for a fun dance class designed to teach students lively skirt dancing!
The moves and combinations will be broken down in an easy to follow format. You will be flipping and twirling your fluffy skirt in no time! The class is suitable for beginners. No experience is needed. Bring a full skirt if you have one. Gina will have a few skirts to loan out during the class. Let’s dance! Questions? Please call the Main Library at 904.827.6940.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2019-05-23 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

Be hip! Don’t break one!: Learn the facts about osteoporosis and fracture prevention
2019-05-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Do you suffer with pain related to osteoporosis, fractures, or a bent over or curved spine? Are you afraid to move due to the pain or fear of fracturing? Do you have a family history of osteoporosis and are concerned for your own bone health? Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia and did not know there are things you can do today to prevent fractures and help promote bone growth safely?
At our workshop you will learn:
• The single biggest mistake in movement which can cause spinal fractures
• How your hip can break without a fall
• The most common causes of osteoporosis
• How you can read and follow your bone density score
• Nutritional facts to build bone density with special guest speaker
• The best exercises to build bone density and prevent fractures
• Safety and fall prevention techniques and so much more!
Lee Spannhake is a physical therapist and owner of IN HOME BODY IN BALANCE. She is certified in the treatment of those with osteoporosis and it is her mission to educate anyone diagnosed with this life altering bone disease on the safe way to manage though movement and exercise. Keri Bomarito is a registered and licensed dietitian nutritionist and owner of SEASIDE NUTRITION. She takes the stress and confusion out of healthy eating and focuses on healing from the inside out. Please call the Main Library at 904.827.6940 to register or for more information.

Last Sunday Open Mic Poetry
2019-05-26 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.

Memorial Day at Jacksonville Ice!
2019-05-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex, 3605 Phillips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL, 32207
Skate into the three day weekend by celebrating memorial day at Jacksonville Ice! On Monday, May 27th from 10 am – noon and 1 pm – 5 pm, all active and retired military skate free with a military ID. Family members get $2 off admission!

Crochet Club
2019-05-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Crochet Club is for anyone interested in crochet and socializing. Attendees are encourage to bring what they are currently working on as well as projects they may need a little help with. This is a casual group for all skill levels to chat and crochet. Group leader, Tiffany, has been teaching crochet professionally for over 2 years. For more information, please call the Main Library at 904.827.6940
