Big Bang 5k
2019-06-29 08:00 (America/New_York) | Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Dr., Ponte Vedra, FL, 32082, United States
The Big Bang 5K is back by overwhelming demand! But this year, the theme is getting just a little more filled with sunshine and a little more sandy. The 5K is headed to the beach! Sublimated tech shirts will be available to the first 225 registrants, and the first 225 finishers will receive a custom medal. After the race, there will be a runner’s banquet with beer, water, bagels, and bananas (the typical post-race celebration). Day-of registration is $35. Registration for the Kids Fun Run is $12.
www.bigbang5k.itsyourrace.com/event

Dolphin Paddle on Salt Run
2019-06-29 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, 32080
Anastasia State Park has partnered with Anastasia Watersports and Marineland Dolphin Adventure to host a Dolphin Paddle on Salt Run on Saturday, June 1st, 15th, and 29th.
The tour will feature in-depth information about wildlife and dolphins. The event will begin with 30 minutes in the classroom, followed by 90 minutes of paddling on the water.
Admission fees for the event are below:
$40.00 per person, which includes boat rental, or $25.00 per person for those who provide their boat.
$8.00 per vehicle (limit 8 people), $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle, and $2.00 for pedestrians, bicyclists, and extra passengers.
Call (904) 460-9111 or email here to make a reservation or for more information.

St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
2019-06-29 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

St. Augustine Flea Market
2019-06-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2019-06-30 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | St. Augustine Flea Market, 2495 FL-207, St. Augustine, FL, 32086, United States
Come shop and enjoy yourself with an array of booths and vendors, fun things to do, fresh food, and plenty more at the weekly St. Augustine Flea Market.

Block Party Community Event
2019-06-29 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | World Golf Hall of Fame, One World Golf Place, St. Augustine
Jacksonville Business Connections invites you to our Block Party Community Event on June 29 from 10am-1pm at the Hall of Fame at the World Golf Village.
Share this event for a chance to WIN $10 in FREE bounce zone kid area!!
– Dj Dance Party
– Free hot dogs – sponsored by Reverb.Church
– Free Kids Dunk Tank – sponsored by Reverb.Church
– Free Face Painting – sponsored by Dawn X. Humphrey – Keller Williams Realty
– Inflatable Kids Zone – Block Party Community Event $15 unlimited
– Spiderman, Mr. Incredible, Captain American Free Meet & Greets
– Local Vendors
https://www.facebook.com/events/224168331860558/

SurfQuest
2019-06-29 13:00 (America/New_York) | Mary Street Beach Ramp, 60 Dune Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
SurfQuest empowers people with disabilities by providing adaptive surfing instruction and therapeutic educational programs on water recreation and enriches lives by assisting families to access the beach and ocean together in a barrier-free environment. They act as an advocate for accessibility to the water that will allow people with limited mobility to reach the beach (i.e. wheelchairs, assisted devices, strollers, etc.). This monthly beach day is free and open to all ages and disabilities. They provide adaptive equipment with education and training for the advancement of adaptive surfing.
www.arcsj.org/surfquest

Meet & Greet with Short E. Dangerously
2019-06-29 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Ripley’s Beleive It or Not!, 19 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine
As seen in the newest Ripley’s Believe It or Not! TV show on Travel Channel, Short E. Dangerously will be at Ripley’s St. Augustine this Saturday, June 29th, from 1pm – 3pm for a meet and greet!
The meet and greet will be held at the St. Augustine Ripley’s Believe It or Not! located at 19 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Guests will have the chance to take a photo, grab an autograph, and even meet the “half man” himself.
BIO SHORT E.
Short E. Dangerously developed a condition at two years old that led to the amputation of both his legs. Short E. “half-man” travels extensively with a sideshow troupe, wowing audiences with mind blowing acts like hand standing on bowling balls and jumping from a chair onto a pile of flaming glass without being harmed.

Apex Theatre presents “Chicago”
2019-06-29 14:00, 2019-06-30 14:00 (America/New_York) | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
The high school edition of the hit Broadway show, “Chicago” is coming to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. The live musical performance is in partnership with the Apex Theatre Studio and will be running Thursday, June 20th through Sunday, June 23rd, as well as Thursday, June 27th through Sunday, June 30th. Get ready to settle in for a lively evening when this show takes the stage.
Ticket pricing is as follows:
$25.00 – Reserved Seating
The gate opens at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8:00 p.m.
For the matinee showings on Saturday, June 22nd and June 29th the gate will open at 1:30 p.m. and the show starts at 2:00 p.m.

Apex Theatre Presents “Chicago” Matinee Performances
2019-06-29 14:00, 2019-06-30 14:00 (America/New_York) | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra, 32082
The high school edition of the hit Broadway show, “Chicago” is coming to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, in partnership with the Apex Theatre Studio. Matinee performances are on Saturday, June 22nd, the following Saturday, June 29th and Sunday, June 30th. Settle in for an event of fame, fortune, and murderous women when this show takes the stage,
Ticket pricing is as follows:
$25.00 – Reserved Seating
The gate opens at 1:30 p.m. and the show starts at 2:00 p.m.

Uptown Saturday Night
2019-06-29 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Between Ripley’s and the Mission Nombre de Dios on San Marco, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Last Saturdays Uptown Saturday Night – on the last Saturday of each month, experience live music, refreshments, new exhibits, book signings and much more at the galleries, antique stores and unique shops on St. Augustine’s San Marco Avenue between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission Nombre de Dios. The Mission Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING.

Sunset Kayak Trips
2019-06-29 18:30 - 21:00, 2019-06-30 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Nocatee Landing, Tolomato Road, Ponte Vedra, FL, 32081, United States
St. John’s County Parks and Recreation has partnered with St. Johns County Naturalists to host a guided kayak tour. Participants will paddle throughout the marsh and learn about the unique things that live there and the importance of estuaries. At the end of the trip, participants will get to experience a beautiful sunset on the water.
Pricing for the event is listed below:
St. John’s County Resident Providing Own Boat: $20 per person.
Non-St. Joun’s County Resident Providing Own Boat: $30 per person.
St. John’s County Resident Using a County Boat: $40 per person.
Non-St. Joun’s County Resident Using a County Boat: $50 per person.
To register, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.
When setting up a reservation, be sure to include a phone number, email, date of the trip you would like to attend, residency status, and if you will be using a county kayak. There is a 12-foot boat length minimum for participants bringing their boat.

St. Augustine Music Festival
2019-06-29 19:30 - 2019-07-01 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Augustine, 38 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
Hearing intricate and captivating classical music wafting through the evening air has quickly become a summer tradition thanks to the St. Augustine Music Festival. The free concert series will feature virtuoso violinists, pianists, and trios from all over the world giving their gift of music to the Ancient City. The St. Augustine Music Festival is the largest free classical music festival in the U.S. Each event is free, but space is limited. Seating is first to come, first served.
www.staugustinemusicfestival.org

Salt Air Farmers Market
2019-06-30 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Town of Marineland Marina, 101 Tolstoy Lane, St. Augustine, FL, 32080, United States
Something good has sprouted! Fresh seasonal produce ALL year long. At Marineland, just south of St. Augustine, Florida. Salt Air Farmer’s Market offers the freshest local produce and gourmet foods and artisan crafts. Whether you are looking for homegrown tomatoes, juicy watermelons, or creative local art, they have a wide assortment to choose from.

Last Sunday Open Mic Poetry
2019-06-30 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Adam Sandler- Coming Soon!
2019-06-30 19:30 (America/New_York) | St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine
Comedic legend, Adam Sandler is coming to the St. Augustine Amphitheater on Sunday, June 30th. This event will be the final stop on Sandler’s 100% Fresher Tour.
Ticket pricing is as follows:
$199.50 – Seated Pit and Level 100 Rows A-G
$153.50 – Level 100 Rows H-M and Level 200 Rows O-S
$99.50 – Level 200 Rows T-Z and Level 300 Rows AA-BB
$79.50 – Level 300 Rows CC-MM
$49.50 – GA Sections 300 & 304
$39.50 – Obstructed
The gates open at 5:00 p.m. and the event begins at 7:30 p.m.

Oak Fest IV
2019-07-03, 2019-07-04, 2019-07-05 | Colonial Oak Music Park, At the north end of St. George Street. 27 St. George Street, St. Augustine, 32084
Hosted by Colonial Oak Music Park in celebration of Independence Day weekend, this delightful summer concert series is free and open to the public. The concerts feature a variety of musical artists, including many local favorites, in the charming setting under the colonial oak in downtown St. Augustine’s Colonial Quarter.
Musicians featured this year will include Let’s Ride Brass Band, Ramona, Kyra Livingston, and Chillula.
Wednesday, July 3 – 7-10pm
Thursday, July 4 – 1:30-11pm
Friday, July 5 – 2-10pm
Saturday, July 6 – 1-10pm

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
2019-07-03 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | St. Augustine Beach Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, 32085
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.

Music by the Sea Free Concerts
2019-07-03 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | St Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach
Wednesday evenings are special for tourists and locals alike as the St Augustine Beach Civic Association presents the 17th season of Music by the Sea. This free, family friend event happens each Wednesday evening starting on May 7th and continues through September 11th. 19 weeks, 19 different bands featuring music from multiple genres of music including Jazz, Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Disco, Pop and Latin too. The event runs from 6 until 9 PM each Wednesday evening at the St Johns County Pier Park in the Pavilion. Each week a different local eatery provides optional food service with dinners priced at $10 or less. Patrons should bring their own blanket or beach chairs, pack a cooler and get ready to dance. There is a shuttle service available for most shows, please vist our website at www.freebeachconcerts.com for details.

Toddler Story Time at the Main Library
2019-07-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Concerts in the Plaza
2019-07-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Plaza de la Constitucion, St. Augustine, FL, United States
St. Augustine’s free summer music series returns for its 29th season serving up some of the best musical entertainment in Northeast Florida. The series is known for showcasing the best in regional musical talent including bluegrass and blues, jazz and country, swing and folk, old-time and popular rock. There is no permanent seating in the Plaza, so guests should bring lounge chairs, blankets, or something to sit on. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, but picnics are welcome.

Fireworks Over the Matanzas
2019-07-04 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Castillo de San Marcos, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
Celebrate Independence Day at the Castillo de San Marcos with a live concert by the All-Star Orchestra and end the night with a spectacular fireworks display over the bay. The concert begins at 6 pm, and the fireworks begin at 9:30 pm. A free park & ride shuttle will be available at various locations on Anastasia Boulevard (a gift to all those who don’t feel like battling all the traffic downtown!)– Anastasia Baptist Church, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, R.B. Hunt Elementary School, and the St. Augustine Alligator Farm.
www.citystaug.com/Fireworks

FREE Sideshow Performance at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! St. Augustine
2019-07-04 21:00 (America/New_York) | Ripley’s Beleive It or Not!, 19 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine
Sword swallowing! Fire breathing! …Head hammering? See it all and more following the fireworks on the Fourth of July! Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in St. Augustine has invited America’s Favorite Sideshow Couple, Captain & Maybelle, to perform their peculiar and puzzling stunts–and it’s all FREE!
Join Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in St. Augustine on the Fourth of July following the fireworks to catch a FREE performance from Captain & Maybelle. Their stunts and tricks are guaranteed to amaze and astonish.
“When I was young I would go to the carnival and I was fascinated with the entertainers, from fire breathers to sword swallowers. But I was more fascinated once I knew it was real, that it wasn’t an illusion. In my mind, if they could do it, I could do it”. — Captain
Get a preview of Captain & Maybell’s performance, including eye-socket weightlifting, fire breathing, glass eating, human suspensions, and sword swallowing, on Ripley’s YouTube.
For more information about this event, please visit Facebook.com/SaintAugustineRipleys.

More High Octane artists come to Butterfield Garage Gallery in July!
2019-07-05 - 2019-07-31 | Butterfield Garage Art Gallery, 137 King Street, St. Augustine FL, 32084
Butterfield Garage is home to 30 local professional artists and artisans in St. Augustine. For July we are welcoming two new Artists to the gallery. Both t. e. siewert and Per Hans Romnes will be on hand during First Friday artwalk, to meet and discuss their unique processes.
Teri Siewert works in cold wax and encaustics, creating dreamlike landscapes that verge on abstracts. Teri Settled in to exploring the properties of bees wax 8 years ago. Wax can be scraped, inscribed, collaged, molded, sculpted, textured and used with many other mediums. It continues to peak her imagination and allows her to recapture a naive sense of wonder about life. Teri’s work invites the viewer to share a moment of time to explore thoughts of nature, secrets, times and places that we dream of or wish for. The viewer can reconnect to the possibilities of love and nature and all that is life in its true essence.
image: Beyond Words -cold wax and oil 12 X 12”
Per Hans Romnes is a St. Augustine based fine art photographer and photographic educator. He is currently teaching as an Adjunct Photography Instructor at the Southeast Center for Photographic Education on the Daytona State College Campus. He holds a BS Degree in Art Education from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and an MFA Degree in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design. After teaching photography for over 30 years, Per is still exploring new techniques in both traditional darkroom and digital images.
This limited edition Triptych image is titled “Memories of the Sea” and is mounted on three 8 x 8 wooden panels with a hand applied textured surface.
Image: Memories of the Sea triptych

10th Annual Day After Beach Cleanup with Keepers of the Coast
2019-07-05 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Keep our beaches beautiful after the holiday festivities! Hosted by Keepers of the Coast, this community-wide effort will take place at several beach access points in St. Johns County, including Mickler’s Landing Beachfront Park, Vilano Beachfront Park, St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier, and the A Street Beach Access in St. Augustine Beach.
At this year’s “Day After” Beach Cleanup, a prize package of Keepers of the Coast gear will be awarded to the participant who collects the most cigarette butts at each location.
