Posts tagged Mission Nombre
This Weekend in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, & The Beaches: August 24 – 26
Aug 23rd
| Saturday: August 25 |
| Walk on the Wild Side at Anastasia State Park
A 2.5 mile Ranger-led walk that starts at 9 a.m. is a leisurely stroll through the Maritime Hammock, marsh, dunes and shore
 line at Anastasia State Park, 1340A A1A, St. Augustine. Participation is free with paid park admission. For more information, call 904-461-2033
Marineland Guided Kayaking Ecotour All levels of experience are welcome on this guided kayaking adventure through the peaceful estuary of Marineland. Cost is $55/adults, $45/children 15 and younger. Price includes free general admission to Marineland Dolphin Adventure! Tour starts at 9 a.m. at 101 Tolstoy Lane in St. Augustine, directly across the street from Marineland. 904-347-1965. www.rippleeffectecotours.com
6th Annual Papa Jim Dinghy Regatta A family fun SPAR Sailing event In memory of lifelong St. Augustine sailor Jim Hartley that benefits SPARS Youth Sailing Programs. All ages and all classes of boats welcome! The Captain’s meeting is at 3 p.m. and the race starts at 3:30 p.m. at the Pavilion on Salt Run at Anastasia State Park on A1A in St. Augustine. An oyster roast and pot luck follows. Entry fee is by donation. www.SparsSailing.org
Mark Allen Performs at the Pioneer Barn Comedian/magician Mark Allen performs at the Fort Matanzas Pioneer Barn, located at 259 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine. The show is rated “G” and starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12. 904-824-8874.
Uptown Saturday Night Live music, refreshments, new exhibits, book signings and much more from 5 to 9 p.m. 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. Free parking at the Mission Nombre de Dios, 27 Ocean Avenue.904.823.9263. Preschoolers can sing and dance along as they help Kiki, Shout, Marina and Twist solve everyday challenges at this live performance. The show will take place at 7 p.m. at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre located at 1340 C A1A in St. Augustine. Tickets are $29.50 and $39.50. For more information, visit www.StAugAmphitheatre.com
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| Saturday & Sunday: August 25-26 |
| Dolphin Boat Trip
See dolphins in their natural habitat by joining the Naturalists of St. Augustine Eco Tours on a 1.5-hour boat ride. This 12-mile voyage features dolphins – you might even get to hear the sounds they make – and other amazing sights including shorebirds, salt marsh habitats, and more! Special rate: $35/adults and $30/kids ages 3-12. Call 904-377-7245 to make reservations or visit www.staugustineecotours.com to learn more.
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| Sunday: August 26 |
| Shaken, Not Stirred, James Bond 50th Anniversary Party
The Tini Martini Bar at Casablanca Inn will host a James Bond 50th Anniversary Party. Watch Bond movies, mingle on the verandah, sip signature ‘Bond’ martinis, dine on complimentary hors d’oeuvres and consider wearing a Bond costume that might win first prize – a weekend at the Casablanca Inn! Shaken Not Stirred takes place from 5 p.m. at the Casablanca Inn, 24 Avenida Menendez in St. Augustine. Admission is free. 904-829-0928 www.CasablancaInn.com
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Concert: Young blues guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd will perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $37.50 in advance and $40 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. 904-209-0367. www.pvconcerthall.com |
| Local Resident Specials |
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NOTE: St. Johns County residents with a valid ID are always admitted free of charge to the Oldest House, the Lightner Museum, the Fountain of Youth (special events excluded), the Ximenez-Fatio House, the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, Spanish Military Hospital Museum, and the Historic Tours of Flagler College. The daily tours and wine tastings at the San Sebastian Winery are freeto everyone. Also, admission is free to everyone at the Authentic Old Drug Store, Fort Matanzas National Monument, 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.
NEW: St. Johns County residents with a valid ID now receive FREE admission to the Oldest House in St. Augustine. |
Source: Visitors and Convention Bureau
This Weekend in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, & The Beaches: August 17 – 19
Aug 17th
| Friday: August 17 |
| The “Real” Florida Kayaking Experience Get in touch with nature with a relaxing kayak tour by an interpretive naturalist.  Tour is $55 per person and starts at Faver-Dykes State Park, 1000 Faver-Dykes Rd, at 8:15 a.m. Space is limited. All levels of experience welcome. 904-347-1565. http://www.rippleeffectecotours.com |
| Saturday: August 18 |
| Nature Movies at GTM Research ReserveThe GTM Research Reserve will present a nature movie every Saturday and Sunday during the month of August at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children 10 – 17 years old, and free for children under ten. 904-823-4500Beach Fest and Ocean’s Expo
Keepers of the Coast will host a Back to School Beach Fest from 2-5 p.m. on the beach just north of the St. Augustine Beach Pier. The festival will feature surfing lessons, a fun run and a beach clean up. From 6-10 p.m., the event moves to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for the Ocean’s Expo featuring local bands and surfing movies. For more information, call 240-925-6282 or go to www.staugamphithteatre.com
Upright Citizens Brigade The Upright Citizens Brigade, an improv comedy troupe that has long been a spring board for comedians, performs at 8 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, located at 1050 A1A in Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $24 in advance and $28 day of show. http://www.PVConcertHall.com
Marineland Guided Ecotour All levels of experience are welcome on this guided kayaking adventure through the peaceful estuary of Marineland. Cost is $55/adults, $45/children 15 and younger. Price includes free general admission to Marineland Dolphine Adventure! Tour starts at 9 a.m. at 101 Tolstoy Lane in St. Augustine, directly across the street from Marineland. 904-347-1965. http://www.rippleeffectecotours.com |
| Sunday: August 19 |
| Rebelution, The Expendables and Passafire Concert Rebelution, The Expendables and Passafire will perform Sunday, August 19 at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 C A1A S, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 advanced, $28 day of show. 904-209-0367. http://www.staugamphitheatre.comKayak to Support Conservation Lands
Kayak for a cause and explore the Pellicer Creek Aquatic Preserve from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. A percentage of all proceeds go to the Friends of Washington Oaks State Park . This trip is guided by a Florida Master Naturalist Instructor from Ripple Effect Ecotours. Tour is $55.00 per person and starts at Faver-Dykes State Park, 1000 Faver-Dykes Rd. 904-347-1565. http://www.rippleeffectecotours.com |
| Local Resident Specials |
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NOTE: St. Johns County residents with a valid ID are always admitted free of charge to the Oldest House, the Lightner Museum, the Fountain of Youth (special events excluded), the Ximenez-Fatio House, the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, Spanish Military Hospital Museum, and the Historic Tours of Flagler College. The daily tours and wine tastings at the San Sebastian Winery are freeto everyone. Also, admission is free to everyone at the Authentic Old Drug Store, Fort Matanzas National Monument, 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 admission 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.NEW: St. Johns County residents with a valid ID now receive FREE admission to the Oldest House in St. Augustine.Source: Visitors and Convention Bureau |
Fireworks Over The Matanzas, St. Augustine’s annual tradition
Jul 3rd
Fireworks Over The Matanzas, St. Augustine’s annual Independence Day fireworks display, draws the largest single-event audience in the city’s very busy calendar year. While an exact count of all who see Fireworks
Over The Matanzas is not possible, 100,000+ is not unrealistic considering that the show is seen from a 360° vantage point, including the Bridge of Lions, the Bayfront and the Castillo grounds; the grounds of the Mission Nombre de Dios; the Vilano Boat Ramp park; and Porpoise Point and Davis Shores.
Over The Matanzas is not possible, 100,000+ is not unrealistic considering that the show is seen from a 360° vantage point, including the Bridge of Lions, the Bayfront and the Castillo grounds; the grounds of the Mission Nombre de Dios; the Vilano Boat Ramp park; and Porpoise Point and Davis Shores.
The web site, www.fireworksoverthematanzas.com, has complete information including schedule of events, details of road closures and detours, and helpful map-links.
To access parking information, including map-links to various parking locations in the downtown area. see www.parknow.info
Important times to remember:
• 6:00pm – 8:00pm: The All Star Orchestra in a two hour free concert of patriotic favorites with a big band flair in the Plaza de la Constitución’s Gazebo.
• 8:30pm: Road closures and detours begin, including the closing of the Bridge of Lions. Roads will reopen as soon after 10:30pm as possible.
• 9:30pm: Fireworks Over The Matanzas
Then, after the 4th…
• Thursday, July 5 / 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Concerts in the Plaza continues its summer-long, every-Thursday night series when the Ancient City Brass entertains with popular band music.
• Friday, July 6 / 10:00am – 2:00pm
Meet the Archaeologist at The VIC, part of the opening of a new exhibit looking at the extraordinary life of 18th century St. Augustine through ordinary items uncovered by the city’s archaeologist and volunteers. The free exhibit is open daily 8:30am-5:30pm in The VIC.
For more information, call the City of St. Augustine’s Public Affairs Department at 904.825.1004.
Source: City of St. Augustine
