Old Town Trolley Nights of Lights Trolley Tours
2020-01-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Visitor Information Center, 10 West Castillo Drive, St Augustine, 32084
he holidays are popular for enjoying time-honored traditions like gift-giving, bonding with family, and decorating your home in the spirit of the season. Here in America’s Oldest City, we take the latter to a whole different level. Inspired by an ancient holiday practice brought here by the Spanish of displaying lit candles on window sills, The Annual Nights of Lights is set to brighten up the holidays in The Ancient City once again! To experience the glow of the season and the more than 3 million lights adorning every corner of the city’s historic district, take a ride on Old Town Trolley’s Nights of Lights Tour!

Nights of Pints
2020-01-14, 2020-01-15, 2020-01-16, 2020-01-17
Get ready St. Augustine, because this year, local breweries around town are offering special deals during Nights of Lights! Those who attend will be able to enjoy a seasonal pint on the house from one of the four participating breweries around town.
Breweries that are participating are Ancient City Brewing, Bog Brewing Company, Dog Rose Brewing, and Old Coast Ales.
For a $30 fee, participants will receive an event T-shirt as well as a passport granting them access to a free pint at any of the four local breweries listed above at any time during the Nights of Lights event.
The proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the H.A.W.K.E. Wildlife local charity, a nonprofit organization that works to rehabilitate injured and orphaned wild birds, mammals, and reptiles, as well as endangered species.

Photographer Dan Voellinger is Butterfield Garage’s Feature Artist for January
2020-01-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-01-15 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-01-16 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-01-17 11:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Cutting Edge – Art Exhibition
2020-01-14 12:00 - 16:00, 2020-01-15 12:00 - 16:00, 2020-01-16 12:00 - 16:00, 2020-01-17 12:00 - 16:00 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
This edgy art installation explores and pushes the boundaries of ideas and materials. Always stunning and surprising, the exhibit includes a variety of styles and mediums including collage, sculptures and works on canvas.
Exhibit opens on First Friday Art Walk on January 3 from 5-9pm. Awards presentation at 7pm in the main gallery.

NIGHTS OF LIGHTS WINE AND CARRIAGE RIDES (PRIVATE)
2020-01-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The TastingTours, 24 Cathedral Place, Suite 401, St. Augustine, 32084
PRIVATE RIDES
Private carriage for TWO with wine and souvenir glasses. Enjoy a romantic ride on your own or share a private ride with two additional friends
​(can accommodate up to 4 guests).
Approximately 45 minutes.​
Ride Includes:
~ VIP Boarding
~ Complimentary bottle of wine
~ Millions of dazzling lights and numerous holiday displays
~ Souvenir wine glass ​
Age Recommendation: 21+ years
​(must show ID to consume alcoholic beverages)
Price: $169 couple ride
(additional guests $40 per person – additional wine and glasses included)​​

NIGHTS OF LIGHTS WINE AND CARRIAGE RIDES (GROUP)
2020-01-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2020-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The TastingTours, 24 Cathedral Place, Suite 401, St. Augustine, 32084
GROUP CARRIAGE RIDES
Group rides can accommodate up to 12 guests – with wine and souvenir glasses. MAY be driven by Santa himself! Bring your friends…
​or make new ones! Join us for the SOCIAL event of the season! Approximately 45 minutes.
Ride Includes:
​~ VIP Boarding
~ Complimentary bottle of wine
~ Millions of dazzling lights and numerous holiday displays
~ Souvenir wine glass
Age Recommendation: 21+ years
​(must show ID to consume alcoholic beverages)
​Price: $49 – $59 per person
(6 person minimum to depart. Does NOT have to be within the same party/booking)

Freshwater Fishing 101
2020-01-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Alpine Groves Park, 2060 State Road 13, Swtizerland, FL, 32259, United States
If you’ve ever wanted to learn the ins and outs of Freshwater Fishing, then this event is for you! Learn about all aspects of Freshwater Fishing at these weekly events including what to keep in your tackle box, how to use nets and traps, must-know fishing regulations and much more!

Each week will cover a new Freshwater Fishing topic, view the schedule below:

January 8: Rules and Registration
January 15: Live Bait
January 22: Lures
January 29: Tackle Box Necessities
February 5: Nets and Traps

Admission
This event is free and open to the public, you can choose to participate in individual classes or the entire series. Participants must have a Freshwater Fishing License, to obtain a license, click here.

For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.

904 Naturalist Series: Life of Mammals
2020-01-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Main Library, 1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Learn all about the six different mammals indigenous to Northeast Florida in this educational event! Hosted by St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, participants will learn about various mammals and will even write, draw, envision, and possibly track an animal of your choice throughout this series.
This event takes place every Wednesday throughout the month of January beginning on January 8 and ending on January 29 with a field trip to be announced at a later date.
Admission
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register for this event, click here.
For more info, contact AyoLane Halusky at ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0348.

After School Art Program
2020-01-15 15:30 - 17:00 | St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, 32084
After School Art Classes for children and youth in elementary and middle school begin on January 8, 2020! The instructor Debra Weller, artist and educator, will lead the students on artistic adventures inspired by famous artists and movements. Projects incorporate a variety of mediums and techniques to encourage art appreciation and critical thinking, as well as allow the students to experiment with their own creativity.
• Art Classes for children and youth–appropriate for elementary and middle school ages
• New Themes each Month – classes meet on Wednesdays from 3:30pm-5:00pm at the St. Augustine Art Association
• Register Online at staaa.org
SPRING 2020 AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASSES & DATES
SURPRISING SELFIES (January 8, 15, 22, 29) Your good side…Perfect lighting… The right filter… The greats like Picasso, Frida and Rembrandt will show you how to take your selfie game to the next level! (Digital Art, Drawing, Sculpture, Mixed Media)
BLOSSOMING BOTANICALS (February 5, 12, 19, 26) Explore the wonderland of tropical botanicals that surrounds us everyday. Study the notes of Botanical Pioneers like Martin Johnson Heade and Georgia O’Keefe to create your own lush gardens. (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking)
POP GOES THE ART (March 4, 11, 18*, 25) Push the limits of conventional art and design. Warhol, Lichtenstein, Britto and Harding didn’t think inside the box and neither will you! (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Digital Art) *Spring Break
INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS (April 1, 8, 15, 22) Take a trip around the world–artsy adventures in Mexico, Australia, Africa and Paris await! Experience cultures rooted in art and storytelling, paint in the great outdoors, and create your own souvenirs. (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Mixed Media)

St. Augustine Film Festival
2020-01-16, 2020-01-17 | Downtown St. Augustine, 29 West Castillo Drive, St. Augustine
The St. Augustine Film Festival is back again for its 10th anniversary with a variety of foreign and independent films and documentaries waiting for you to see. This weekend long event takes place throughout downtown St. Augustine so you can enjoy the experience while walking through downtown. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet filmmakers, screenwriters and of course view some amazing pieces of work.
Admission
$10 for general admission
$70 pass includes access to all films at the Lewis Auditorium and Gamache-Koger.
$120 pass includes entry to all films at any venue and the opportunity to attend the Preview Day on Thursday, January 16th at the Corazon Cinema and Café.
$180 pass includes all films, at any of the following venues: The Corazon Cinema & Cafe, Lewis Auditorium, and Gamache-Koger Theatre. This pass also grants advance access to the screenings 20 minutes ahead of the film and the opportunity to attend the Preview Day on Thursday, January 16th at the Corazon Cinema and Café.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2020-01-16 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

Not in Your Backyard: Invasive Plants
2020-01-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Anastasia Island Public Library, 124 Seagrove Main St, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
If you’re an environmentalist who’s always wanted to be able to identify the different types of plants growing in your backyard, then this event is for you! Hosted by St. Johns County Parks and Recreation, Park Naturalist, Kelly Ussia will teach you about the various types of plants that are ‘bad’ for your yard and our environment as well as tips on how to remove them.
Admission
This program is free and open to the public, seating is first-come, first-served.
For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.

March for Life
2020-01-17 17:30 | Downtown St. Augustine, 29 West Castillo Drive, St. Augustine
The March for Life St. Augustine is an annual event that includes live music, a procession in historic downtown, guest speakers and dinner. This annual two-day long event will take place throughout historic St. Augustine as people of all backgrounds come together, all are welcome to participate. This year’s speaker is Doug Tooke, Vice President of Ministry Advancement for ODB Films, producer of the film, Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018).
