This Weekend in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches
0Parents’ Night Out
Let the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
entertain your kids (ages 5-12) from 6-10 p.m. with pizza, crafts, hand-on animal presentations, zoo tour, games and fun! $25 for members; $30 for non-members. Pre-registration required, call Katie at 904.824.3337, x29.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: May 11-14
THE PLAYERS Championship
The game’s greatest players compete at TPC Sawgrass – THE PLAYERS Stadium Course in Ponte Vedra Beach.THE PLAYERS Championship is recognized by PGA TOUR members as “their” championship tournament. It features one of the most coveted titles in professional golf, the strongest field of competitors and the richest purse. Previous winners of THE PLAYERS Championship include K.J. Choi in 2011, Tim Clark in 2010, Henrik Stenson in 2009, Sergio Garcia in 2008, Phil Mickelson in 2007, Stephen Ames in 2006, Fred Funk in 2005, and many other greats. In addition to practice rounds Monday through Wednesday, this year’s schedule includes Executive Women’s Day on Monday; Community Day on Tuesday, Military Appreciation Day on Wednesday and THE PLAYERS Championship competition rounds Thursday through Sunday. Television coverage will be aired live on the Golf Channel from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with NBC Sports picking up weekend coverage from 2 to 7 p.m. each day. www.pgatour.com or call 800-741-3161
Free Mini-Golf
From Friday thru Monday, the mini golf course operated by Ripley’s at the St. Augustine City Marina will be free for everyone to play. Bayfront Mini Golf will be open from 9:a.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday. For more information, kkiff@ripleys.com
Saturday: May 12
Historic Weapons Demonstrations at Fort Matanzas
Take the National Park Service’s ferry to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort Matanzas – the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine. From 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort. Admission is free. Fort Matanzas National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine. For more information, call 904.471.0116 or visit www.nps.gov/foma
National Miniature Golf Day at Adventure Landing
Adventure Landing will celebrate National Miniature Golf Day by offering a free Miniature Golf Season Pass ($59.99 value) to the first 100 guests that purchase a round of golf! Other discounts, Activities and special offers will be available throughout the day. Adventure Landing is located at 2780 SR 16 (At the entrance to the St. Augustine Premium Outlet Mall). Admission to the park is $7 click here
Annual Dine on the Wild Side
Explore the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park and enjoy a complete BBQ or vegetarian dinner and lively entertainment at this annual event that helps to raise funds for HAWKE, a not-for-profit organization licensed torehabilitate injured and orphaned wild birds, mammals, and reptiles. Dine on the Wild Side is from 6 to 9 p.m., butcome early to enjoy the park and then stay all evening to participate in a guided tour of the bird rookery to view thousands of birds including endangered wood storks. Bring your camera for unique photographic opportunities! When the park closes to the general public, the wild fun begins. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm is located at 999 Anastasia Boulevard in St. Augustine. For ticket prices and more information, call 904-692-1777 or visit www.hawkewildlife.org.
Treasure Chest Quest
Yield to your inner pirate and go sailing with the crew of the Black Raven on a quest to capture Blackbeard’s Treasure Chest. The Black Raven will exchange cannon fire with Queen Anne’s Revenge while children learn proper sword play techniques in anticipation of a boarding. If you’re brave enough, there will booty for all! And if you’re not, you’re sure to capture a lifetime of memories. The Black Raven sails from St. Augustine Marina on this quest at 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. Tickets are $34.95 for adults and seniors, $24.95 for children. For more information, call 877-578-5050 or go to www.PirateShipBlackRaven.com
Saturday and Sunday: May 12 & 13
Roger Bansemer’s Landscape Painting Journey Workshop
Take advantage of a special workshop led by Roger Bansemer, one of today’s most insightful artists and host of PBS series Painting & Travel. Roger’s Landscape Painting Journey workshop will take place at the St. Augustine Art Association Gallery, located at 22 Marine Street in St. Augustine. The workshop takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and the cost is $275 per person. For more information, call 904-824-2310 or visit www.staaa.org/education
Mother’s Day Eco Tour
Celebrate mom by taking her on a relaxing 2-hour sail aboard the stable Sirenia (named after the endangered manatee). Hop on the 3:45 trip and be done in time to treat mom to a special dinner in beautiful, historic St. Augustine. Have the boat all to yourselves for $250 (up to 6 people) or pay $45 per passenger with mention of this ad. You can’t go wrong on this peaceful, professionally guided sail! Call (904) 377-7245 for reservations or visit www.staugustineecotours.com
Local Resident Specials
NOTE: St. Johns County residents with a valid ID are always admitted free of charge to the Lightner Museum, the Fountain of Youth (special events excluded), the Ximenez-Fatio House, the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, and the Spanish Military Hospital Museum. The daily tours and wine tastings at the San Sebastian Winery are free to everyone. Also, admission is free to everyone at the Authentic Old Drug Store, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Government House Museum, St. Photios Chapel, the Pena-Peck House, the Father Miguel O’Reilly Museum and the Mission Nombre de Dios Museum (donations are welcomed).
NEW: St. Johns County residents who purchase full-price admisssion to the St. Augustine Lighthouse ($9.50 adults; $7.50 seniors and children 12 and under; free for children under 44 inches in height) can now receive a pass good for free admission for an entire year! The Lighthouse is now open until 6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.. Also, on the first Monday of each month, St. Johns County residents are admitted free to the Dow Museum of Historic Houses, 246 St. George Street, St. Augustine.
Source: Jay Humphreys, Communications Director, Visitors and Convention Bureau
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Media Characterizes Military Invasion of South Florida as “Cool Tourist Story”
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A joint drill between military and police in South Florida involving troops storming a building in the middle of the night was characterized by local media coverage not as a frightening example of how Americans are being acclimatized to accept a state of martial law but as a ‘cool tourist story’.
Panic-stricken residents in Coconut Grove were awoken at 1am to the sound of simulated gunfire and explosions as military helicopters hovered over buildings and dispatched troops to the ground.
The Department of Defense drills prompted a deluge of 911 calls, but instead of asking why the military is terrifying American citizens on U.S. soil with drills designed to acclimate the public to accept martial law, local news station WSVN-TV framed the incident as a ‘cool tourist story’.
“Miami police assisted in overseeing the exercises — but they were instructed to keep quiet about the exercises until late Monday, for security reasons. The police also blocked off roads around the Grand Bay during the exercise,” reports the Miami Herald.
Source: Paul Joseph Watson, Infowars.com
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Flagler College Honors Four Alumni at Awards Dinner
0Amy Thompson, a 2006 graduate and merchandising expert with Walmart, was honored with the Young Alumni Achievement Award, which is presented to alumni who are 32 years of age or younger and have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments since graduating. The award recognizes contributions to society, to a profession or to Flagler College.
During her time with Walmart, Thompson has stayed connected to Flagler College’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), serving on the Walmart SIFE Advisory Council and serving on the Business advisory boards of Flagler, John Brown University and Northwest Arkansas Community College. She has also helped to facilitate a relationship between Walmart and Flagler College, including a senior leadership recruiting trip, internships for five students and full time positions for four students.
Pete Peaver, the Dean of Students at Bartram Trail High School in St. Johns County, was awarded the Flagler Service Award, which is presented to alumni who have rendered a high degree of service to Flagler College for more than 10 years.
Peaver, a 1981 graduate, has helped organize or served as the coordinator of the Flagler College Alumni Golf Tournament since the inception and has been instrumental in helping with an increased growth in alumni participation. He played four years of varsity baseball at Flagler and was inducted into the Flagler College Sports Hall of Fame for Baseball in 2007. He was recently named the Florida High School Golf Coach of the Year.
Dr. Beverly Carmichael, Assistant Chancellor for University Advancement at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, was honored with the Professional Achievement Award presented to alumni who have demonstrated significant accomplishments in their fields and have achieved recognition in their field.
A 1972 graduate, Carmichael’s professional background includes serving as Director of Development for Flagler for eight years, as well as 10 years in Washington, D.C. where she served as associate executive director of The American Association for Adult and Continuing Education and director of development for the American Association for Community and Junior Colleges.
Marc Williar, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Flagler College, was given the Pride of Flagler Award, which is given to alumni who have been Flagler College graduates for a minimum of 10 years and have achieved recognition in their field. In addition, these individuals must have rendered service to Flagler College or to their local communities. This is the highest award presented by the college.
Williar, a 1984 graduate, has been with the college since 1988 serving as associate director and director of admissions before taking his current position. During his 17 years as director, Flagler College enrollment grew nearly 100 percent from under 1,300 to more than 2,500. Since taking over as Vice President for Enrollment Management, Williar significantly increased out-of-state enrollment of new first-year students as well as minority student enrollment.
The Alumni Awards were initiated in 1999 to honor those who have made significant contributions to their fields, the college or their communities. Every spring, the awards are presented to deserving alumni at the Alumni Weekend banquet.
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Public works projects run-down on The Break Room
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City of St. Augustine’s Public Works Department, stopped by The Break Room this week to discuss with host Paul Williamson the start of Phase II of the Riberia Rehabilitation Project, several storm water projects and much more currently under way and under the direction of the Public Works Department. The Break Room is heard on WFCF/88.5, Flagler College radio, on Wednesdays at 5:30pm and Saturdays at 8:00am.
To listen immediately to this week’s program click here and visit www.breakroom.info to listen to past programs.
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Music by the Sea begins next Wednesday
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at the St. Johns County Pier Park and continues each Wednesday through September 26. The series, produced by the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association, features a wide variety of music and, prior to each week’s concert, a local restaurant makes dinner appetizers available. The concerts are free and attendees should bring lounge chairs for seating.
For a schedule of each week’s entertainment and participating restaurant, click here.
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Concerts in the Plaza 2012 starts on Memorial Day
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that has been called “The best way to spend a Thursday night in St. Augustine,” has released the line-up for its 2012 season. This will be the 22nd year for the series which starts with an afternoon performance on Memorial Day and continues all summer long on Thursdays at 7:00pm and concludes on Labor Day with another afternoon performance.
For complete information, including a printable schedule, visit www.plazaconcerts.com.
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Gamble Rogers Folk Fest is back in the St. Augustine Amphitheatre
0This year’s festival is the 17th and the theme is “Return to Oklawaha County,” appropriately titled, according to Festival President Paul Linser’s recent edition of Gamble Gazette. Oklawaha County is a fictional Florida place that Rogers would take his audiences to wherever he performed.
Rogers lived in the Lighthouse Park on Anastasia Island and had staged a Storytelling Festival at the amphitheatre which highlighted, among other performers, winners from a public schools contest he organized to encourage appreciation of the art of storytelling.
He won national acclaim for his own stories and songs and singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett acknowledged Rogers as a mentor.
But Rogers untimely but heroic death in 1991 left his adopted community in shock. He died at a Flagler County Park while trying to rescue a man drowning in the rough October surf. Both men died in the rescue attempt. The St. Johns County School Board named a middle school for Rogers and Flagler County named its oceanside park in his memory.
His friends and fans created the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival in tribute and it showcases performers from all over the county. We’re glad the festival has become a tradition here and we’re glad its back “home.” The camaraderie in Rogers’ backyard can’t be beat.
Four stages and venues will be going non-stop today from noon until 6 p.m. And then, the Main Stage continues on with the headliners starting at 7 p.m., Aaron O’Rourke Trio, followed by the well-known regional group, the Gatorbone Band, and then The Waymores, whom Linser refers to as one of Nashville’s top threesomes of singer-songwriters.
The festival’s proceeds benefit youth music programs. Tickets for today’s festival are $35 per person and children under 12 get in free when accompanied by an adult on a paid ticket.
The Amphitheatre is always a busy place with or without another event on Saturdays with the Farmer’s Market open for business until around 12:30 p.m. We suggest you come early and take in the market before following the sounds of music.
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See the Supermoon in St. Augustine tonight
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At 11:34 p.m., the moon will be about 221,802 miles from Earth. That’s about 15,300 miles closer than average. Saturday’s event will be the closest and the biggest and brightest full moon of the year, a “supermoon.”
That proximity will make the moon appear about 14 percent bigger than it would if the moon were at its farthest distance, said Geoff Chester of the U.S. Naval Observatory.
The moon follows an elliptical orbit around the Earth so its distance from the earth varies.
Like any full moon, the supermoon will look bigger when it’s on or near the horizon because the atmosphere refracts the moon’s light like a magnifying glass. The full moon will appear on the horizon at sunset, just before 8 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday.
The supermoon will bring unusually high tides because of its closeness and also the alignment of the moon with the sun and Earth.
The last supermoon, on March 19, 2011, was about 240 miles closer than this year’s. Next year’s supermoon will be a bit farther away.
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Capt. Underpants restrained: Boulder Cop stalks: CU kid goes to St.Penn
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police officer to be at every council meeting to keep Brigham at bay. The cops interfered with Seths’ free speech just once and it cost the city ten grand. They are not likely to do it again. So now the city is trying to get a permanent restraining order in civil county court. But the rules of first amendment free speech still apply. They apply to the city and to city staff and council members more than they apply to a private citizen.
In fact the city council chambers are the most protected space fro free speech in the land except for the court house lawn which is even more protected free speech. Legally, Brigham cannot be banned from speaking at city council meetings. He cannot be banned from emailing council members and he cannot be banned from writing about them, calling them or trying to talk to them.
This situation will bring out every constitutional attorney in Colorado to defend Seth. In the past The city of Boulders own attorney Ariel Calonne spelled this out in detail to both me and my civil rights attorney David Lane. Lane happens to be Seths attorney as well. This all started with Seth when the fascist dictates of the council barred Seth from speaking on public access TV. Seth has not forgotten and they are all paying for their sins now. Every issue surrounding this case is purely first amendment. It is all constitutional. It is all about the public’s right to know.
In this case the council really deserves Seth and they really deserved to be slapped with a heavy law suit and a reprimand by me. “What the fuck are idiots trying now??”
Meanwhile, back at the Boulder Police department , they are having their own troubles. Seems a head injured officer went nuts and tried to kill his ex-girlfriend and her knew boyfriend. The officer was injured several years ago trying to arrest a drunk in the Sink who was refusing to pay a bar tab. The officer had been on leave with pay when his stalking and attempted murder charges were filed just 3 days before Seths.
To make all of this more interesting, in the very same week a Judge sentenced the college kid who injured the officer to two years in the State penitentiary. won’t that be fun for him.
from Boulder Colorado
“where the hits keep right on rollin”
Jann Scott
Jann Scott’s Journal
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This Weekend in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches May 4-6
0First Friday Art Walk
Exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at more than 20
St. Augustine art galleries! Park for free at the San Sebastian Winery, 157 King Street, where sightseeing trains and trolleys offer free round-trips to the heart of the art district – or go on your own self-guided art walk. Galleries are open from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 904.829.0065 or visit www.artgalleriesofstaugustine.com.
Born of the Sun
This new exhibit featuring the works of Mark and Phillip Estlund opens at the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum at Flagler College. The opening features a reception from 5-9 p.m. Born of the Sun will remain on exhibit through June 22. The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum is located at 48 Sevilla Street, For more information, call 904.826.8530.
Amiro Art & Found
One of the newest galleries on St. Augustine’s Aviles Street, Amiro Art & Found will feature a free opening reception from 5-9 p.m. Located at 9C Aviles Street, the gallery’s opening will feature Mary Jo Snell, a Primitive Folk Art doll designer and maker. For more information, call 904-824-8460 or go to www.amiroartandfound.com
The Fray in Concert
The Fray performs hits from their February 2012 album release Scars and Stories. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, located at 1340 C A1A in St. Augustine. Tickets range from $28.50 to $59.50. For more information, visit St. Augustine Amphitheatre.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: May 4-6
Culturally La Florida: Spain’s New World Legacy
Experience this city-wide cultural exposition with demonstrations, traditions, folklore, music, lectures, and performances. As part of the educational and cultural programming to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of Ponce de Leon’s 1513 discovery of La Florida, Flagler College, Florida Humanities Council, Florida’s Historic Coast and the City of St. Augustine will host this exciting celebration that commemorates and educates about the cultural and heritage influences since the time of Florida’s earliest Spanish settlements. Presentations include archeology; culture and art, religion, maritime history, cattle ranching, cannon firings, early settlements, food ways, folk life and many other topics. Admission is FREE to all of the events, but when seating is limited, access will be decided on the basis of first-come, first-served. For a complete list of presentations, go to www.CulturallyLaFlorida.com
Gamble Rogers Folk Festival
The very best in folk and Americana music will be presented at this annual three-day celebration of the music, stories and dance that made Gamble Rogers famous.
This year, Gamble Rogers Folk Festival performances will take place at a St. Augustine Amphitheatre. On Friday evening enjoy First Friday Art Walk, where various galleries in downtown St. Augustine will host festival performers and there will be a stage set up at the city marina located at the base of the Bridge of Lions. Then on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 10 p.m. performers will take to several stages throughout the day at the Amphitheatre. Tickets will be available for single venue shows and in a variety of packages including an all-access weekend pass. For more information, call 904.794.4163 or visit www.gamblerogersfest.org.
Saturday: May 5
Kentucky Derby Social
Wooden sculpture artist, Phillipe Guillerm hosts “Derby and Dinner” at Casa Monica Hotel. Hat contests, art exhibit and Mint Juleps are part of the fare. The social is from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Casa Monica Hotel, 95 Cordova Street, St. Augustine. Tickets are $25. For more details, call 904-819-6006 o
Culturally La Florida – Great Southern Cracker Roadshow
Have a foot-stomping, knee-slapping good time at the South’s sensational Great Southern Cracker Roadshow! This lives stage performance feature homegrown Crackers, pure picking bluegrass music, homespun folklore and a mess of surprises. Admission is FREE! The roadshow is from 5-7p.m. at the Flagler College Auditorium, 14 Granada Street in St. Augustine. www.CrackerRoadshow.com
Culturally La Florida – Native and Heritage Foodways Seminar
This engaging seminar explores how Henry Flagler ensured a broad and artistic culinary experience for his guests at the Hotel Ponce de Leon by incorporating local foods, customs, and unique recipes. Illustrates how the Farm-to-Table movement provides opportunities for area farmers. The Foodways seminar takes place from 7-9 p.m. at Flagler College Dining Room, 74 King Street, St. Augustine. Seating is limited.
Sunset/Moonrise at St. Augustine Lighthouse
Enjoy the sunset and moonrise from the most unique perspective in all of St. Augustine – the top of the Lighthouse!
This special event includes a champagne toast, provided by San Sebastian Winery, hors d’oeuvres from The Reef and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light Station. The tour is from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Lighthouse located at 81 Lighthouse Avenue. Check for times. Admission is $25 for non-museum members and $20 for members. Reservations are required. For more information, visit www.StAugustineLighthouse.org, or to reserve a spot, call 904.829.0745.
Full Moon Sail
Sail beneath the huge, silvery moon aboard the beautiful Schooner Freedom. This special moonlit cruise will depart the St. Augustine City Marina at 8:45 p.m. and return at 10 p.m. Live guitar music, complimentary sodas, wine and been included in the $35 ticket. Day ($35) and sunset ($45) sails on Friday, Saturday and Sundays. For reservations, call 904.810.1010.
Treasure Chest Quest
Yield to your inner pirate and go sailing with the crew of the Black Raven on a quest to capture Blackbeard’s Treasure Chest. The Black Raven will exchange cannon fire with Queen Anne’s Revenge while children learn proper sword play techniques in anticipation of a boarding. If you’re brave enough, there will booty for all! And if you’re not, you’re sure to capture a lifetime of memories. The Black Raven sails from St. Augustine Marina on this quest at 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. Tickets are $34.95 for adults and seniors, $24.95 for children. For more information, call 877-578-5050 or go to www.PirateShipBlackRaven.com
Saturday and Sunday: May 5 & 6
Catamaran Eco Tour
Set Sail on the Sirenia! Hop aboard the 27-foot catamaran named after Florida’s official state marine mammal – the manatee. 2 hours is the perfect amount of time to cruise the estuary in search of wildlife and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the Matanzas River. Lay on the trampoline to catch some rays or watch the Captain work the sails – the choice is yours! 3:45 and 6:15pm departure times. $45/adult and $35/kids. Call St. Augustine Eco Tours for reservations at (904) 377-7245.
Sunday: May 6
Music For Miracles
Join Haven Horse from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. at the St Augustine Beach Pier and Pavilion for Music for Miracles, a free event benefiting the children at Haven Horse Ranch. This fun day at the Beach includes Live Music (Rosco Caine, Danger Mouse, Collapsible B, The Dirty Gringos, TJ, Smokin Joe and the Play It Forward Band and Chelsea Sadler), Great Food (The Kingfish Grill and The Purple Olive) fun activities for the kids, silent auctions, raffles, and more. Admission is free. Bring your chair and stay the day. All proceeds benefit therapy for Special Needs Children at Haven Horse Ranch. For more information, 904-813-5710 or ric1@havenhorseranch.org
2012 World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Forum
Attend this special public event the day before the Class of 2012 receives “Golf’s Highest Honor.” Learn the stories behind the careers of noted British commentator Peter Alliss, legendary golf writer Dan Jenkins, Masters champion Sandy Lyle and LPGA star Hollis Stacy during a lively moderated panel discussion in the museum at Shell Hall. In addition to a general admission seat at the Forum, tickets include all day museum admission, the opportunity to view the inductees’ special exhibits, and a Class of 2012 commemorative Induction poster. General admission tickets are $25 in advance and $30 day of event. A limited number of tickets are available and advance purchase is suggested. The World Golf Hall of Fame is located at 1 World Golf Place, just off I-95 Exit 323 in St. Augustine. www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org
EMMA Concert Series – Bella Voce
Imagine being transported to the canals of Venice, flown to the Paris
Opera House and then off to Broadway all in one magical journey, when Bella Voce, Beautiful Voices, cast performs musical classics ranging from Neapolitan songs to opera, to Broadway hits and jazz, in cabaret style. The performance takes place at 2 p.m. in the Flagler College Auditorium, 14 Granada Street in St. Augustine. Admission is Free. For more information, visit www.EmmaConcerts.com or call 904-797-2800.




















