St. Augustine Guest Houses

First Friday Art Walk
2021-03-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Art Galleries in St. Augustine
The Art Galleries of Saint Augustine founded and sponsors the award-winning First Friday Art Walk event on the first Friday of every month. Galleries open their doors from 5-9pm, offering new art exhibits and lively receptions to the public. Start your free self-guided tour at any of the Art Galleries of Saint Augustine galleries. Most galleries are within close walking distance to each other; some are just a short ride away. Hop aboard the free Art Walk trains and trolleys that run throughout downtown.
Feast on great arts & eats and the sounds of live music—rain or shine! For the late-nighters, the celebration continues with “after parties” at area clubs and restaurants. Parking locations are shown on the map. Parking after 5pm is free except at the Historic Parking Garage.
From 6-9pm, Ripley’s Red Sightseeing Trains and The Old Town Trolleys provide free transportation during the Art Walk. The shuttles run every 20-30 minutes on a continuous loop (see map), allowing easy access to most of the downtown member galleries. Note: This service is not available on First Fridays during December and January’s Nights of Lights.
Explore what each gallery has to offer online!

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Night Under the Stars
2021-03-05 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Johns County Fairgrounds, 5840 S.R. 207, Elkton, FL, 32033, United States
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation has partnered with Ancient City Astronomy Club (ACAC) to offer an educational evening that is out of this world. Participants will get to learn about the night sky from the comfort of an assigned space. ACAC will lead an Astronomy 101 class that will teach participants about the constellations, star names, and more! By registering you are reserving an assigned space for this event. Note that you must stay in your assigned space for the duration of the event. You are welcome to bring a blanket and chairs to make yourself comfortable. Each space is allowed a maximum of 5 people.

STArt Now Narrow Nights Live Music
2021-03-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Colonial Oak Music Park, At the north end of St. George Street. 27 St. George Street, St. Augustine, 32084
STArt Now Narrow Nights Live Music at Colonial Oak Music Park
A live music showcase series brought to you by STArt Now and Narrow Magazine. Musical performances take place at the Colonial Oak Music Park in the heart of Downtown St. Augustine. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and are FREE and open to the public. The Colonial Oak Music Park is located at 33 St. George St., St. Augustine.

The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
2021-03-06 08:30 - 12:30, 2021-03-13 08:30 - 12:30 | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
From 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. shoppers stroll up and down the vendor-lined pathways of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market, browsing more than 100 tents loaded with local produce, flowers, baked goods, handmade arts and crafts and more. Admission into the market is free. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine 904-315-9252 www.theamp.com/community/farmers-market

Guided Exploration Hike at GTM Research Reserve
2021-03-06 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.

16th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show
2021-03-09 13:00 - 2021-04-01 16:00, 2021-03-10 13:00 - 2021-04-02 16:00, 2021-03-11 13:00 - 2021-04-03 16:00, 2021-03-12 13:00 - 2021-04-04 16:00, 2021-03-16 13:00 - 2021-04-08 16:00, 2021-03-17 13:00 - 2021-04-09 16:00, 2021-03-18 13:00 - 2021-04-10 16:00 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
The future of St. Augustine’s artists! All works of art are done by exceptional students in grades 9-12. The works in this gallery-wide exhibit are bold, daring, and visually compelling, showcasing our students’ immense artistic talent. This exhibit is a community outreach partnership with the St. Johns County Schools and is sponsored by LeShane CPA.
This exhibit will take place at the St. Augustine Art Association located at 22 Marine Street in historic downtown. The 16th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show exhibititon can be viewed in person and online at www.staaa.org. Current Gallery Hours are Tuesdays through Fridays 1:00pm to 4:00pm with the exception of First Friday Art Walk (STAAA is open from 5:00pm until 7:30pm for Art Walk).

Miniature Marvels
2021-03-09 13:00 - 2021-04-01 16:00, 2021-03-10 13:00 - 2021-04-02 16:00, 2021-03-11 13:00 - 2021-04-03 16:00, 2021-03-12 13:00 - 2021-04-04 16:00, 2021-03-16 13:00 - 2021-04-08 16:00, 2021-03-17 13:00 - 2021-04-09 16:00 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Masterpieces do not always have to be big and grand to make a huge impression! Sometimes it is the smaller things that solicit a closer and more intimate observation from the viewer. Experience a visually enthralling exhibit as you immerse yourself in a world of minuscule sights. The works in this exhibit are no larger than 12 inches and reveal little marvels in a vast range of mediums and subjects.
This exhibit will take place at the St. Augustine Art Association located at 22 Marine Street in historic downtown. The Miniature Marvels exhibit can be viewed in person and online at www.staaa.org. Current Gallery Hours are Tuesdays through Fridays 1:00pm to 4:00pm with the exception of First Friday Art Walk (STAAA is open from 5:00pm until 7:30pm for Art Walk).

Zoom Event: Fire
2021-03-09 15:30 - 16:30 | VIRTUAL
Fire is a key part of keeping Florida ecosystems healthy. Join Parks Naturalist, Kelly Ussia, for an engaging presentation about the importance of fire and controlled burns. Register Here.

Wednesday St. Augustine Beach Pier Farmers Market
2021-03-10 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-03-17 08:00 - 12:00 | St Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach
Every Wednesday, from 8am-noon, enjoy fresh food, live music, craft shopping & fun at the Wednesday St. Augustine Beach Pier Farmers Market.
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. They support local economy, increase market opportunities for farmers and small businesses, and provide access to an assortment of local and regional sourced products.

World Golf Village Night Market
2021-03-10 16:00 - 19:00 | World Golf Hall of Fame, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine
On the second Wednesday of each month, World Golf Hall of Fame holds a night market from 4-7pm.
The market offers farm fresh produce, homemade and handmade products of all kinds, and food and beverage trucks. It also features a bounce house for the kids.
Admission to this event is free.

FREE Introductory Pole Walking Clinic
2021-03-11 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.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2021-03-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-03-18 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

Second Saturdays Family Seining
2021-03-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, United States
On the second 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.

Second Saturday Plant Sale
2021-03-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Washington Oaks Garden State Park, 6400 N Oceanshore Blvd.,, FL
On the Second Saturday of every month, Washington Oaks Gardens State Park hosts a Plant Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The park offers a variety of rare and beautiful plants for sale, as well as an activity at 11:00 a.m.
Guests can view the beauty of the state park while also enjoying the sale. The event is hosted by the Friends of Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, a community-based not-for-profit organization whose mission is to preserve, protect, promote, and provide interpretation at Washington Oaks Gardens and Faver-Dykes State Park.
Admission to this event is free. However, regular park entrance fees apply $5 per vehicle with up to eight people, $4 for a single-occupant vehicle, and $2 for pedestrians/bicyclists.
Where: Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is located two miles south of Marineland off A1A South, at 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd. in Palm Coast FL 32137.
When: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Second Saturday of every month.

Makers Market “Celebrating National Craft Month”
2021-03-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Coconut Barrel, 3175 US Hwy 1 S, Saint Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Come celebrate National Craft Month by shopping trendy, artistic handcrafted goods from amazingly gifted artisans! For this event, we are teaming up with STA City Market. You will get to support and experience some of the young entrepreneur’s creative work as well! Joe Targrove with The Music Mission will be the guest DJ for the market. Food Trucks for the day will be Nature’s Drip Café, Damian’s Food Truck and Luvin’ Oven. Enjoy yummy cookie tastings from Chips Cookies Co. The first 50 people will receive a FREE take home craft-kit to make a decorative trinket box.
See you at the Barrel

Forum speaker to focus on human rights in times of crises
2021-03-16 16:00 | VIRTUAL
On March 16 at 4 p.m. Flagler College Forum on Government and Public Policy will host Emily Fishbein, a Southeast Asia Rainforest Journalism Fund grantee of the Pulitzer Center. She will deliver a virtual lecture “Tracking Human Rights During a Crisis.” This event is free and open to the public virtually by visiting this link: https://flaglercollege.zoom.us/j/86493338050.
Fishbein is a grantee reporter based in Myanmar since 2015. Her many stories and projects include “A Distant Peace: Voices From Rakhine state, Myanmar” project covering “Rakhine: Where the Military Is More Feared Than the Coronavirus” and “In Myanmar’s Rakhine State, Trust in Armed Group Grows as Election Hopes Fade.” She’s also co-author on two articles covering jade mining as part of the project, “Buried Hopes: Stories from Kachin’s Jade Mines.” Previously, she worked with refugees in the country. She is financially supported by the Rainforest Journalism Fund of South East Asia.
Flagler College Forum on Government and Public Policy has invited nationally-recognized journalists and commentators to St. Augustine since 1998 in order to discuss issues of importance in regional, state and federal government. At this time, all Forums will take place virtually via the following link: https://flaglercollege.zoom.us/j/86493338050.
Forums are free and open to the public for virtual participation. If you are a person with a disability and need reasonable accommodations, please contact Phil Pownall at 904-819-6460. Sign Language Interpreters are available upon request with a minimum of three days’ notice.
Call 904-826-8677 or visit https://www.flagler.edu/information-for/community-members/arts–culture/ for more information.
