Pumpkin Patch

The Pumpkins are coming to Shores United Methodist Church! The Pumpkin Patch is opening on Saturday, October 6. 2018. The hours of the Pumpkin Patch are daily from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. There are mini-pumpkins, pie pumpkins and larger pumpkins of all sizes. Come and pick out your perfect pumpkin to carve for Halloween! The Pumpkin Patch supports the local outreach ministries of the church. Shores United Methodist Church is located at 724 Shores Blvd, between the Golf Course Clubhouse and Hartley Elementary.

Newly Expanded! Dolphin Conservation Experience

Introducing a new level of collaboration between Ripple Effect Ecotours and Marineland Dolphin Adventure. On September 26th a unique combination of kayak and walking tours will introduce visitors to the complete “Dolphin Conservation Experience”. The day will start at Marineland Dolphin Adventure, where guests will be immersed in the history and legacy of conservation at this amazing facility. After a dinner break, guests will be delighted with a 2 hour kayak tour venturing into the Marineland Matanzas Basin where Ripple Effect Ecotours expert guides will focus on the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin natural habitat. We hope you will take part in this exciting new “Dolphin Conservation Experience” and help spread the Marineland Ripple Effect!

Cost for this event is $55/person, and requires advanced reservation. Visitors can view our entire tour calendar online and register for this and other events at www.rippleeffectecotours.com or by phone at (904) 347-1565.

6th Annual Summer Craft & Vendor Event

Featuring more than 140 crafters and vendors, this free event is perfectly kid and family-friendly. There will be craft workshops throughout the day as well as meet-and-greets with Winnie the Pooh, the Minions, Baymax, and Mickey Mouse. There will as well be a huge charity raffle with over fifty prizes – products and services from attending vendors. Tickets for the raffle are $1 and proceeds from the raffle benefit the local charity Project Balance. It’s a great place to bring the little ones while you enjoy unique shopping experiences.
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Find Pirate Mike

Follow Find Pirate Mike’s Treasure map in order to take home some of his TREASURE! Just follow the map into the 8 shops along the route and locate a picture of Pirate Mike in the shop. Once found receive a sticker – and maybe even a piece of Pirate Mike’s gold! If you collect all 8 stickers – you will receive a Treasure bag and get to take part of his treasure home!
For more information visit: FindPirateMike.com

Concerts in the Plaza

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.

Music Fest 2019 – Vilano Beach

Plan a weekend stay this Mother’s Day in Vilano Beach, Florida! This year’s annual MUSIC FEST 2019 is set for Saturday, May 11th overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean at the Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park. Bands featured at this Great Florida Event are “Peach Life” and “Not Quite Dead” – two of the area’s most popular groups celebrating the tunes of the Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers. The annual MUSIC FEST is one of the many cultural events sponsored by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA.

Food trucks * Music * Raffles * Arts and Craft Vendors * More Food * Drinks

TICKETS – online at www.vilanobeachfl.com or at the gate.

The Vilano Beach Music Fest is produced by Vilano Beach Main Street and is funded in part by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, VISIT FLORIDA and community sponsors.

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2019

It’s here! The greatest day of the year!
Free Comic Book Day is an annual event founded on the belief that for every person out there, there’s a comic book that they’ll love.

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY aka The Best Day of the Year!
Featuring
• FREE Comics from Major and Independent Publishers (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)
• LIVE COS PLAYERS from “Costumers with a Cause”
• Don’t forget our super sale!
• BOGO ON BACK ISSUES AND USED BOOKS
• BUY ONE GET ONE 1/2 OFF ON GRAPHIC NOVELS
• BUY ONE GET ONE 1/2 OFF ACTION FIGURES
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May the 4th Be With You at Jacksonville Ice!

May the 4th be with you on the ice! Celebrate Star Wars Day at Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex May 4th from 12 pm – 2 pm! Dress as your favorite character and learn to be a galactic warrior, while enjoying ice skating with the whole family. Admission includes:

-Free Light Sabers for the first 125 Padawans (Ages 14 & Under)
-Character Meet & Greet
-Light Saber Training (Ages 14 & Under)
-Costume Contest
-Activity Page
-Ice Skating until 4pm

Pre-sale tickets are just $15 and are available online! Hurry, spots are limited!

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Marineland Full Moon Paddle

Grab a paddle and don’t miss this once a month opportunity to watch the sun set over the Matanzas Basin, while the moon rises to reveal her fabulous full shining light!

The Earth and Moon are ready to change the tide as you paddle in a “glowing” firefly kayak with a Certified Ripple Effect Guide. Swirls of color paint the night as we take you on an excursion into the natural mystery of the estuary. Your senses will come alive as the moonlight twinkles against the darkening water. Encounter wildlife heading out for their nightly hunts, wading birds settling in for the night, fish jumping, and night-sounds aplenty on this one-of-a- kind ecoadventure.

No kayaking experience is necessary and the tour is suitable for ages 10 and up. The cost is $55 for adults and $45 ages 15 and under. This cost includes all top-of-the-line kayaking equipment, full instruction, guide service, and even complimentary passes to Marineland Dolphin Adventures!

Reservations are required so please book online at www.rippleeffectecotours.com or call 904-347-1565.

St. Joseph Academy’s 22nd Annual Spectacular Denim & Diamonds Auction

The annual SJA Spectacular Dinner Auction is St. Joseph Academy’s largest fundraiser. We rely on the proceeds from this event to sustain the exceptional program we offer our students.

The SJA Spectacular Auction brings us together as a community of faith, parents, grandparents, past parents, alumni and local businesses, to build community and to support our school.

Auction tickets are $50 per person and include admission to the auction, entertainment provided by auctioneer, Sherry Truhlar dinner, all drinks, dessert and coffee.

The theme and dress code is denim and diamonds!! Come one and all in western gear and there is no such thing as too much bling

VIP tables (the only reserved seating in the house) are reserved for title sponsors, Emerald sponsors, and Diamond sponsors. VIP tables for 10 are $600 and are limited to 20 tables.