St. Augustine Guest Houses

Photographer Dan Voellinger is Butterfield Garage’s Feature Artist for January
2020-01-30 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-01-31 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
An Artist Talk will be First Friday January 3, at 6pm.
Dan Voellinger is becoming known in St. Augustine as the go to photographer for finding unexpected local scenes, both in black and white and color. His photographs exude a stillness and beauty that stops viewers in their tracks. The thoughtfulness behind each shot has a lifetime of experience behind it.
Dan was born into a world of photography. Many of his relatives worked for Eastman Kodak or Xerox, and photography was a popular discussion topic and activity growing up.
He began learning and experimenting with cameras and photography at a young age, and even made his own pinhole camera, which used polaroid film. Hand me down cameras were in abundance, as relatives traded up.
The experience of using film cameras through his early years has given him a greater understanding about planning and composing a shot. Dan has developed an eye for recognizing and composing the “money” shot before he even lifts the camera. His experienced eye, and questioning mind observes the world as he moves thru it, looking for the unique perspective of an iconic scene.
Only then does Dan pick up his camera, and with technical acumen take the photograph.
He has been working for the Navy for over thirty years and had the opportunity to travel the world, with his camera always in hand. Japan had been his base for most all of the thirty years. With the move to Florida a six years ago he’s had the opportunity to meet and continue to learn from many experienced photographers. He loves to learn new ways to produce images that people will treasure. Additionally he is a very active supporter and volunteer with the St Augustine Camera Club and St Augustine Art Association, and his work can be viewed every day at Butterfield Garage Art Gallery at 137 King Street, St Augustine.

Lightner After Hours
2020-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Lightner Museum, 75 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Guests are invited to enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine, while they browse the fine art on display at this supremely elegant museum. This free monthly social event is open to the public. Donations are appreciated. Visitors may enter the beautiful and unique historic Lightner Museum at the Granada Street entrance (with blue and white awnings, located across from the Corazon Cinema).

The Young Man From Atlanta
2020-01-30 19:30, 2020-01-31 19:30, 2020-02-01 19:30, 2020-02-02 14:30, 2020-02-06 19:30, 2020-02-07 19:30, 2020-02-08 19:30, 2020-02-09 14:30 | Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine, 32084
Danger waits just underneath the surface in Horton Foote’s powerful, Pulitzer Prize-winning drama of an aging couple still reeling from the death of their only child. The Kidders’ lives are turned upside down once again when a figure from their son’s past shows up in town. They deny, deflect and deceive in an effort to avoid the danger but can’t dodge the inevitable reckoning. How far will these grieving parents go to avoid the truths this young man from Atlanta might reveal?
Performances are at 7:30pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and at 2pm on Sundays.

Shrink Rap
2020-01-31 19:30, 2020-02-01 19:30, 2020-02-02 14:30, 2020-02-07 19:30, 2020-02-08 19:30, 2020-02-09 14:30 | Art Studio of St. Augustine Beach, 370A A1A Beach Boulevard, St. Augustine Beach, FL, 32080, United States
Has the country gone crazy, or is it just me? If you can relate to that question, then “Shrink Rap” might be just what the doctor ordered! St. Augustine playwright Amy Lauer Goldin’s new play is an original social satire that holds up a fun-house mirror to society and manages to skewer politics, the media, corporate America and a few everyday people just trying to navigate the minefield that we now call daily life. “Shrink Rap” runs January 31st through February 2nd, and February 7th through February 9th. All Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30pm, with Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Tickets are $20.
To purchase tickets, call (904) 295-4428 or info@beachartstudio.org.

Farmers Market at The Amp
2020-02-01 08:30 - 12:30, 2020-02-08 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

Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show
2020-02-07 17:00 - 22:00, 2020-02-08 10:00 - 17:00 | St. Johns County Fairgrounds, 5840 S.R. 207, Elkton, FL, 32033, United States
Honoring James Wray, a beloved local personality who loved cars, BBQ, and helping others, this two day event will feature a Kids Cookoff & SCA Steak Cookoff, a BBQ Competition, Car Show, and Cornhole Competition. You’ll also find plenty of delicious food and fantastic music as well as a raffle, vendors, and a kids zone. The event will be open on Friday from 5-10pm and Saturday from 10am-5pm. Entrance to the event is free, so come out and support the legacy of a man who loved giving to his community.

Menendez Birthday Celebration Historical Saunters
2020-02-07 18:00 | Colonial Quarter, 33 St. George St, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
In conjunction with The Festival de San Agustin, this historic reenactment celebrates the 501st birthday of city founder, Don Pedro Menendez. This historical saunter will take place on St. George Street and will include reenactors dressed in costume as well as a timeline featuring various significant events that took place throughout the Ancient City. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly celebration. Admission is free and open to the public.

Jam N’ Pepper Festival
2020-02-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Francis Field, W. Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
The first Annual Jam ‘n Pepper Festival is not for profit festival hosted by the oldest local Hot Sauce shop in Downtown St Augustine, Hot Stuff. They felt the need while supporting local gourmet food brands in their own store, to start this annual festival to help other small family run business to get their name and fantastic products out there. So here we go, please come support and enjoy a whole day of fun, music, Beer Tent, food trucks, and of course the best small batch artisan local foods & St Augustine artisan finds around! A portion a of the Proceeds are going to the St. Francis House for families in crisis.
Admission to this event is $5 for adults and $4 for kids.

Bahamian Family Fundraiser
2020-02-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The White Room, 1 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Attend this event for a great cause that is raising money to benefit four Bahamian families who lost their homes to Hurricane Dorian. This event will include a silent auction and live music as well as traditional Bahamian cuisine and delicious drinks. Tickets will include one drink and one meal. Attire is casual, island dress. Come on out and help us raise money for a great cause.
MUSIC BY SAILOR JANE AND THE SWELL ACOUSTICS
-Silent Auction
-Bahamian Cuisine (made fresh by our local Bahamian refugees)
-Conch salad made fresh on-site
-Island drinks featuring Gully Wash, Goombay Smash, and Kalik
Tickets are $20 and include 1 drink ticket and Bahamian cuisine.

Noche de Festival
2020-02-08 18:30 - 22:30 | Founttain of Youth Archaeological Park, 11 Magnolia Avenue, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Noche de Festival is a spectacular party showcasing the sights, sounds and tastes of St. Augustine’s Spanish heritage. Held in the Pavilion at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 6:30pm.
Featuring Spanish tapas and sangria, traditional music and entertainment, and a dinner of Spanish paella prepared on site. Wear your finest Renaissance or cocktail attire.
Tickets: $60 — click on the event website link to purchase.
Part of Festival de San Agustin, a week long celebration of St. Augustine’s Spanish Heritage presented by The Historic Florida Militia.

Russian State Symphony Orchestra
2020-02-08 19:30 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
This orchestra has made a name for themselves in the musical world with their smooth sounding music and their wonderful presentation, and they are coming to St. Augustine. Buy your tickets to see them at the Lewis Auditorium before they sell out! Ticket prices are $40!

Russian State Symphony
2020-02-08 19:30 | Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, 32084
EMMA Concert Association is partnering with the Russian State Symphony for a live concert performance. The Russian State Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1957 within the All-Union Broadcasting System. The orchestra’s first music director was Samosud. Later, such renown conductors as Aranovich, Shostakovich, and Rozhdestvensky were among the orchestra’s artistic directors until the early 90s when Maestro Polyansky took over the position of the artistic director and chief conductor.
At that time, the orchestra was known as the State Symphony Capella of Russia, the organization that also included a very well internationally recognized choral entity – the State Capella of Russia. The merger of these two independently run music organizations always fascinated Maestro Polyansky. It was up to him how to choose the right repertoire for both the orchestra and the choir, something he has been doing very successfully for several decades.
The States Symphony Capella of Russia, also known as the Russian State Symphony Orchestra, ranks among the finest Russian symphony orchestras of the 21 st century. The Orchestra is a frequent visitor of numerous international festivals in European countries and the Far East. Their recent tours have taken place in Great Britain, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Croatia, South Korea and Taiwan. One of the music critics of “The Star” in Great Britain wrote: “While listening to the music conducted by Maestro Polyansky, one starts thinking whether there is a limit to perfection”. “The Symphonies by Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff performed by the orchestra became a model of the highly respected tradition of interpretation and performance”, – Corriere Della Sera of Italy noted.
The Russian State Symphony Orchestra concerts mark strict performing discipline, flexibility of phrasing, rich and warm sound, nobility of expression, and skillfully balanced sound of orchestral groups. Another aspect marked in reviews is a close creative unity and mutual understanding between the orchestra and conductor, making it possible to realize most interesting and sophisticated artistic concepts. The orchestra’s upcoming seasons will feature major international tours to Japan, and the United States.
Tickets to this event are $40.

“Secrets of Spanish Florida” Documentary Screening
2020-02-12 19:00 | Colonial Oak Music Park, At the north end of St. George Street. 27 St. George Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Come out and enjoy this documentary screening of “Secrets of Spanish Florida” which showcases the expedition of St. Augustine’s founder, Pedro Menendez. In conjunction with the city’s Festival de San Agustin, this screening will uncover depths of history that are not covered in textbooks. Be sure to tune into this screening for an inside-look at the true history of St. Augustine’s founding. There will also be reenactors on site to answer any question you may have. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

Romantic Valentine’s Day Sunset Sail on Board Schooner Freedom
2020-02-14 16:15 - 18:15 | Schooner Freedom, 111 Avenida Menendez Slip 86, St. Augustine
View St. Augustine’s historic charms from a unique perspective. Enjoy a gorgeous two hour sail, look out for dolphins or cuddle with your special someone while sipping a cool drink. Passengers are more than welcome to help set sail and maybe even take the helm. We don’t have a set sailing path, we go where the wind takes us. Watch the sunset and enjoy the beauty of the St. Augustine skyline outlined with the golden hour glow. Music, wind in the sails, and the sunset-drenched landscape provide a perfect end to your day on the town or the perfect beginning to your night.
Includes complimentary soda, water, beer, and wine.
$55 Per Person
Based on availability
Receive $5 off per person when you pay by cash
All rates are subject to 6.5% Florida State Sales Tax

Valentine’s Day Romantic Moonlight Sail on Schooner Freedom
2020-02-14 18:45 - 20:15 | Schooner Freedom, 111 Avenida Menendez Slip 86, St. Augustine
Come and join us this Valentine’s Weekend on the beautiful waters of Saint Augustine for the perfect celebration with your special someone. Our Romantic Moonlight Sail takes you out for a quiet evening onboard our 76-foot tall ship. Bring along a picnic basket, while we provide the wine so you and your loved one can listen to the sea and listen to our live musician serenade you as we sail away down the Matanzas. Call us at (904)-810-1010 to make reservations.
Blankets and hot chocolate provided on chillier evenings.
