Local author, Eleanor Tremayne, hosts Serendipity Author and Artist Expo on Saturday, October 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at St. Johns River State College. Area artists and authors will be on hand to sell their creations and to discuss their process.
Jackie Straw and her band bring the sounds of psychedelic country to the table.
As her soft tone mingles with a hallucinogenic country harmony, as hints of the Grateful Dead's distinct influence can be heard in the instrumental shadows, Jackie & the Racket play psychedelic tunes that stray from the traditional country road. Their unique blend is a reminder that the beauty of music is in the flexibility to combine sounds in a way that continuously reinvents a musician's wheel.
Flagler College
14 Granada Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
As part of the Flagler College Forum on Government and Public Policy, Pulitzer prize-winning, and Emmy-award winning producer/correspondent, former New York Times reporter, and bestselling author, Hedrick Smith will present the lecture, "Putin, The U.S. and The New World Order," on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 7:00 p.m., in the Lewis Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.
Flagler College
14 Granada Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Specializing in burgers for both meat-lovers and vegetarians, Kaliburger pairs their juicy burgers on lightly toasted buns with natural cut fries, a soft drink, and vanilla or chocolate milkshakes, depending on preference. Located on the south side of St. Augustine, this is the go-to place for a quick bite to eat. Being a family friendly restaurant, Kaliburger offers a kids menu with grilled cheese, too.
Historic Downtown
20 Aviles Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
The historic Ximenez-Fatio House Museum offers a spectacularly spooky candlelight tour, every Friday and Saturday, from September 27, through October 26, 2024, at 6:30, and 7:30 p.m.
During the Mourning and Mortality Candlelight Tour, visitors will be guided through the 223-year-old house and museum as they learn how residents practiced mourning rituals in St. Augustine in the 1800s. The tour will be lit only by electric candles to create the ambiance of a home in mourning 200 years ago.
Historic Downtown
20 Aviles Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Dr. Yanela G. McLeod, author, professor, podcaster, and frequent guest, presents and leads a discussion on the topic From these Roots We Thrive: A Multi-Generational Charge to Preserve African American History. She will present at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 7, 2022, and on Saturday, October 8, at 11:00 a.m.
Dr. McLeod's speciality is the history of the Black Press, and she has worked to show how sharing stories related to the African American experience can improve race relations.
Hosted by Ancient City Entertainment, Battle of the Datil charity event will benefit HorsePlay Therapy Center's Rise Up For Veterans Program on Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Tringali Barn at Heritage Farms, located at 7310 US Highway 1 South in St. Augustine.
The Accord Civil Rights Museum opens on select days for guided and self-led tours.
The Accord Civil Rights Museum, at 79 Bridge Street, will open to the public on select Fridays and Saturdays through February of 2023.
This building was originally the office of a dental surgeon Dr. Rudulph N. Gordon. After his death the building was purchased by Dr. Robert B. Hayling, a dentist and a leader of the civil rights movement in St. Augustine. Dr. Hayling held meetings in his office with other civil rights leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Visitors can take kayak lessons or participate in an exciting tour on the Salt Run.
Paddleboard and kayak tours are available through Paddleboarding St. Augustine. Visitors can book their trip online through the company site and decide whether to have a paddleboarding or kayaking adventure. The journey begins at St. Augustine Lighthouse Park where experienced guides explain safety protocols, and prepare visitors for their trip. After, visitors venture out on a guided journey that snakes through Anastasia State Park and past the scenic views of the Salt Run.
Tandem kayaks, solo kayaks, and paddleboards are available for rent through the website.