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Friday, April 17
Marcellus Brown Concert: Local hip-hop artist Cellus releases his debut album “Eyes of a Dreamer” during a CD release party at 7 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Pioneer Barn, 259 San Marco Ave. The event will be the first public performance of music from the album, and includes food and giveaways. Tickets are $10. For information, call 824-8874 or go to oldfloridamuseum.com.
‘Hairspray’: The Ponte Vedra High School Theatre Department will present the Broadway musical, “Hairspray,” at 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium, 460 Davis Park Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door.
Dances of Universal Peace: Dances of Universal Peace will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Discovery Yoga, 3 Davis St. The dances use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from many of the earth’s traditions to promote peace and harmony within individuals and groups. There are no performers or audiences in the dances; new arrivals and experienced dancers form the circle together. No experience is necessary. For information, call Haqqiqa Lynn McRee at 352-870-8558.
Flower Show: The Garden Club of St. Augustine will host the 2015 Flower Show in conjunction with the St. Johns County Agricultural Center and the EPIC Celebration of Spring from 2 to 5 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Drive. The show includes 36 floral designs covering three main periods of St. Augustine history — the Early Spanish Period (1565), the British Period (1763-1784) and the Flagler Era (1784-2015). The public is invited to enter artistic crafts including painted gourds, decorated hats and mosaics, as well as horticulture. For information, go to gardenclubofstaugustine.org.
Ballroom Dancing: The St. Augustine Ballroom Dance Association will host an evening of dancing in elegant style. Music will be provided Roy Olsson’s Nostalgia band from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Riverview Club, 790 Christina Drive. Entertainment for the evening will feature champion dancers Richard Olszewski and Maria Harrington. Hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffee will be served at the second break. Admission for guests is $15. Appropriate guest attire is a dark business suit with tie for the men and a cocktail dress for the women. For an invitation, call Hal Sommer at 823-0719 or Dennis and Mary Larimore at 825-4902.
‘No Sex Please, We’re British’: “No Sex Please, We’re British” will premiere at 7:30 p.m. at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave. The fast-paced plot revolves around an assistant bank manager, who lives above his bank with his new bride Frances. When Frances innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware, what comes back is Scandinavian pornography. They must decide what to do with the floods of photos, books, films and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. Tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for senior citizens, and $20 for students and active military.
St. Augustine Art Association’s Bi-Annual Spring Members’ Show: The St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St., will host its Bi-Annual Spring Members Show through April 26, featuring works in varied styles and materials created by members of the Association. The gallery is open from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. For information, call 824-2310 or go to staaa.org.
Canterbury Cathedral Choir: The world famous Canterbury Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys will perform at 8 p.m. at Memorial Presbyterian Church. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for students and children.
Live Music at Mardi Gras: Mardi Gras Sports Bar will host live bands from North Florida from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Ladnier-Kendrick Exhibition: The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach, 50 Executive Way, will host an opening reception for its latest exhibit of the works of Paul Ladnier and Claire Kendrick from 6 to 8 p.m. Ladnier’s exhibition of landscapes titled “Low Country Light” and Kendrick’s study of the human figure titled “Figuratively Speaking” are on display through April 17. The exhibit is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Admission is free. For information, call 280-0614 or go to ccpvb.org.
Art & Design Faculty Exhibition: The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 48 Sevilla St., and Flagler College’s Department of Art and Design present an exhibition of recent works by department faculty. The exhibition opens with a public reception for the artists from 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. The exhibition will be open through April 17. The museum’s hours while classes are in session are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. For information, call 826-8530 or go to flagler.edu/crispellert.
El Galeón: Visitors can tour a full-sized replica of a 16th-century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. El Galeón is an exact replica of the famous galleons that played an important role in the creation and maintenance of the Spanish Empire. It is similar to the galleon that brought Pedro Menendez to Florida where he founded St. Augustine in 1565. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Saturday, April 18
Bob Dylan and His Band: The St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, will welcome back Bob Dylan and His Band at 8 p.m. Gates open at 7 p.m. As a musician, songwriter and vocalist, Dylan sparks several genres of pop music, including electrified folk-rock and country-rock. Tickets range from $49.50 to $79.50. For information, call 209-0367 or go to staugamphitheatre.com.
‘Hairspray’: The Ponte Vedra High School Theatre Department will present the Broadway musical, “Hairspray,” at 2 and 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium, 460 Davis Park Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door.
Record Store Day: Tonevendor, 81 D King St., and The Corazon Cinema and Cafe, 36 Granada St., will host Record Store Day with live music all day, plus an after party from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Tonevendor. The Corazon Cinema and Cafe will host a screening of the film “Records Collecting Dust” at 3 and 5 p.m., plus live music by the Sandfleas and Willowwacks. Admission to the screenings is $6.
‘No Sex Please, We’re British’: “No Sex Please, We’re British” will premiere at 7:30 p.m. at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave. The fast-paced plot revolves around an assistant bank manager, who lives above his bank with his new bride Frances. When Frances innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware, what comes back is Scandinavian pornography. They must decide what to do with the floods of photos, books, films and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. Tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for senior citizens, and $20 for students and active military.
EPIC Celebration of Spring Annual Flower & Garden Expo: Growers, educational seminars, nurseries and artisans from around the state will offer gardeners everything they need to make spring bloom. Admission to the expo is $5 for both days and children under 11 are admitted free. The expo takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Drive. Expo patrons can use their expo pass for discounts to local attractions and for free admission to A Taste of St. Augustine on April 25. For information, call 829-3295 or go to EPICbh.org.
Flower Show: The Garden Club of St Augustine will host the 2015 Flower Show in conjunction with the St. Johns County Agricultural Center and the EPIC Celebration of Spring from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Drive. The show includes 36 floral designs covering three main periods of St. Augustine history — the Early Spanish Period (1565), the British Period (1763-1784) and the Flagler Era (1784-2015). The public is invited to enter artistic crafts including painted gourds, decorated hats and mosaics, as well as horticulture. For information, go to gardenclubofstaugustine.org.
11th Annual Kids Bridge Charity Golf Tournament: The St. Augustine Shore Golf Club, 707 Shore Blvd., will host the 11th Annual Kids Bridge Charity Golf Tournament with registration at 8:30 a.m. and the shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. There will be a long drive contest, longest putt contest, raffle, prizes and 50/50/ raffle. The cost is $60 per player including golf, range balls, continental breakfast and barbecue lunch. All proceeds will benefit Kids Bridge Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. For information, call 824-8810 or go to KidsBridgeGolf.com.
Book Signing at Tolomato: St. Augustine historian and author, Elsbeth “Buff” Gordon, will sign her new book, “Walking St. Augustine,” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tolomato Cemetery. The event is free and includes special tours and a presentation by the author at 1 p.m. All proceeds from book sales will go to the Tolomato Fence Fund for the restoration and replacement of the wall and fence. For information, email board@tolomatocemetery.com.
Guided Beach Exploration: GTM Research Reserve docents will host a beach exploration from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Guana South beach location, 1768 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach. There is a $3/per vehicle parking fee. For information, call 823-4500 or go to gtmnerrbeachexploration.eventbrite.com.
Earth Day Fair: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, will host a celebration of the Earth from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The even will feature displays from local organizations, guided hikes, games and crafts. For information, go to floridastateparks.org/park/Anastasia.
Nocatee Farmers Market: The Nocatee Farmers Market, 245 Little River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free, family friendly event features more than 80 local vendors selling everything from produce, crafts, jewelry, herbs and unique foods. Free face painting will be available for the little ones, along with a bounce house. For information, go to nocatee.com.
Music in the Park: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, will host an open jam session from 6 to 9 p.m. The program is free with paid park admission. Regular park entry fees are $4/single-occupant vehicle, $8/vehicle with 2-8 occupants or $2/bicyclist. For information, go to floridastateparks.org/anastasia.
‘The Committee’: The Golden Way: Films that Make a Difference, will co-sponsor a screening of the award winning film, “The Committee,” at 2 p.m. at the Metropolitan Community Church, 2915 County Road 214. The event is free. For information, call 824-2802.
‘Cocktails for a Crowd’: The St. Augustine Distillery, 112 Riberia St., will welcome Kara Newman, author and spirits editor for Wine Enthusiast Magazine at 6:30 p.m. for a book talk and signing, followed by a Batch Cocktail Class beginning at 7:45 p.m. Class participants will receive a signed copy of “Cocktails for a Crowd,” which includes 42 fail-safe recipes for making great cocktails in batches, and a spot for the book talk at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited. The cost of the cocktail class is $50. The book talk is free, but attendees must sign up in advance. For information, call 825-4962 or go to staugustinedistillery.com.
Old City Farmers Market: The Old City Farmers Market, located at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, features locally grown fresh produce, baked goods and plants. The market is open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission is free. For information, call 471-3733.
Live Music at Mardi Gras: Mardi Gras Sports Bar will host live bands from North Florida from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Tango Classes: Dancing with Victoria Studio will host Argentine Tango Classes at 2600 U.S. 1 South. Beginner’s level class is from 3 to 4 p.m. followed by a Practica from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Intermediate/advanced level class is from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per student. For information, call 808-7210 or go to chachavictoria.com.
El Galeón: Visitors can tour a full-sized replica of a 16th-century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Sunday, April 19
First Coast Fresh: The First Coast Fresh 2015 Farm Stroll will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at area farms. Tours will be given by farmers of their farm operations, and products will be available for sale. Local chefs will be featured, serving complimentary tastings from products grown on the various farms. The self–guided tour is free. For a list of locations, go to firstcoastfresh.com.
EPIC Celebration of Spring Annual Flower & Garden Expo: Growers, educational seminars, nurseries and artisans from around the state will offer gardeners everything they need to make spring bloom. Admission to the expo is $5 for both days and children under 11 are admitted free. The expo takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Drive. Expo patrons can use their expo pass for discounts to local attractions and for free admission to A Taste of St. Augustine on April 25. For information, call 829-3295 or go to EPICbh.org.
Flower Show: The Garden Club of St Augustine will host the 2015 Flower Show in conjunction with the St. Johns County Agricultural Center and the EPIC Celebration of Spring from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Drive. The show includes 36 floral designs covering three main periods of St. Augustine history — the Early Spanish Period (1565), the British Period (1763-1784) and the Flagler Era (1784-2015). The public is invited to enter artistic crafts including painted gourds, decorated hats and mosaics, as well as horticulture. For information, go to gardenclubofstaugustine.org.
‘No Sex Please, We’re British’: “No Sex Please, We’re British” will premiere at 2 p.m. at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave. The fast paced plot revolves around an assistant bank manager, who lives above his bank with his new bride Frances. When Frances innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware, what comes back is Scandinavian pornography. They must decide what to do with the floods of photos, books, films and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. Tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for senior citizens, and $20 for students and active military.
American Girl Doll Tea Event: Parents and young girls can enjoy a delightful afternoon tea with their favorite doll friend while learning about St. Augustine from a girl’s perspective. The event is from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Barn, 259 San Marco Ave., and focuses on three historical adventures — Native American, Colonial Spanish and Florida Cracker. Girls will have an opportunity to make a special craft for their doll friend. Custom-made doll outfits will also be available for purchase for $20 per outfit. Tickets are $25 per girl for tea time or $40 per girl for tea time and a custom doll outfit. Adult tea time tickets are $12. Adults are free if not participating in afternoon tea. For information, call 824-8874 or go to oldfloridamuseum.com.
Earth Day Concert: St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church will host an Earth Day concert with the Peacenix with Lonesome Bert at 6:30 p.m. on the Commons. The event will also serve as an e-waste collection site. Guests can bring old computers and accessories, batteries, phones, chargers, cable boxes, TVs and VCRs to be recycled. The event is free.
Rhythms of Life: Spirit Breath Community Dance will host free-form dancing each Sunday. Attendees can stomp, rock, sashay and twirl to varied play lists. Warm up is from 10 to 10:30 a.m. and dance is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Cultural Arts Studio near the St. Augustine Beach Pier. The cost is free, but a donation of $5 is suggested. For information, call Gayle at 471-1585.
Play Petanque: Under the shady oaks at Lighthouse Park, 201 Red Cox Road, all are welcome to learn the game of Petanque from noon to 5 p.m. Loaner balls and lessons are provided by the Boules de Leon Petanque Club. For information, call 537-1999.
Salt Air Farmers Market: Marineland Marina will host a farmers market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. An array of produce, seafood, sauces, jams and cheese art will be available. For information, go to saltairfarmersmarket.com.
Funday Sunday: Funday Sunday at Mardi Gras Sports Bar will feature live music on the porch, cornhole boards in the parking lot. antique car and bike shows, the famous “Bikini Babes Bike & Car Wash” plus food and drink specials.
Reggae Sundays: Mystic Dino and The Reggae Swat Team will play from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Conch House Marina Resort, 57 Comares Ave. Reggae Sundays continue each Sunday through Sept. 27. For information, call 829-8646 or go to conch-house.com to view the schedule.
El Galeón: Visitors can tour a full-sized replica of a 16th-century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. El Galeón is an exact replica of the famous galleons that played an important role in the creation and maintenance of the Spanish Empire. It is similar to the galleon that brought Pedro Menendez to Florida where he founded St. Augustine in 1565. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Monday, April 20
Coin Club Meeting: The next regular meeting of the Ancient City Coin Club will begin at 7 p.m. at Denny’s Restaurant, 2455 State Road 16. Ray Herz will be presenting a program on “Standing Liberty Myths.”
Line Dancing Lessons: The Riverview Club, 790 Cristina Drive, will host line dancing lessons every Monday (excluding holidays). Beginner lessons are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and dancing continues until 9 p.m. The fee is $35 for a six-week session or $6 per night. For information, call 794-2000 or Renie Roach at 436-5799.
El Galeón: Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Yoga Monday: The Friends of Ravine Gardens will host Yoga Mondays 5 to 6 p.m. at 1600 Twigg St. Reservations are required. The cost is $5. For information, go to ravinegardensyoga.eventbrite.com.
Mash Lab Mondays: Mardi Gras Sports Bar, 123 San Marco Ave., will host Mash Lab Mondays with DJ Thor from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The event will feature live musicians, singers and guest DJs, plus Happy Hour drink specials all night.
Tuesday, April 21
Tuesday Bluesday: The Tempo Bar & Restaurant will host Tuesday Bluesday every Tuesday from 7 to 10 p.m. The event features live blues with The Bluez Dudez and Friends.
El Galeón: Tour a full-sized replica of a 16th century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Stand Up Paddleboard: Anastasia Watersports, 850 Anastasia Park Road, offers a group stand up paddleboard lesson at 9 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. After a short tutorial, the group embarks on a two-hour easy paddle through Salt Run. The cost is $40. For information, call 460-9111.
Open Mic: Ann O’Malley’s, 23 Orange St., will host Open Mic Night with Smokin’ Joe from 7 to 10 p.m.
Trivia Tuesday: Mardi Gras Sports Bar, 123 San Marco Ave., will host Trivia Tuesday with Trivia Nation from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The weekly event will feature trivia from the 1980s and 1990s. There will be prizes for the winners, plus food and drink specials all night.
Wednesday, April 22
El Galeón: Tour a full-sized replica of a 16th century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For
information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Wednesday Market: The Wednesday Market at St. Johns Pier Park runs from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The market features a large selection of produce, baked foods, jewelry and other handmade gifts. For information, call 347-8007.
Comedyoke: Burger Buckets, 3 Cordova St., will host Comedyoke, an open mic comedy and karaoke night. The kitchen will be open until 10 p.m. Comedyoke starts at 7 p.m. For information, call 342-5295.
Hump Day: Tempo Restaurant & Bar, 16 Cathedral Place, will host an open mic night from 6:30 to 10 p.m. For information, call 342-0286.
Speakeasy Wednesday: Mardi Gras Sports Bar, 123 San Marco Ave., will host Speakeasy Wednesday with Chase Rideman from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The evening will be be filled with dancing, themed music from the era and classic cocktails. Guests can dress up for the evening and recreate an infatuation with the good old days of Prohibition.
Open Mic: Americana blues artist Denny Blue will host Open Mic Night at Paula’s Beach Side Grill on A1A in Cresent Beach from 6 to 9 p.m.
Thursday, April 23
‘No Sex Please, We’re British’: “No Sex Please, We’re British” will premiere at 7:30 p.m. at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave. The fast paced plot revolves around an assistant bank manager, who lives above his bank with his new bride Frances. When Frances innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware, what comes back is Scandinavian pornography. They must decide what to do with the floods of photos, books, films and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. Tickets are $25 for adults, $23 for senior citizens, and $20 for students and active military.
El Galeón: Tour a full-sized replica of a 16th century Spanish tall ship. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, El Galeón Andalucia is open for daily tours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youths. For information, call 824-1606 or go to elgaleon.org.
Open Mic: Tradewinds, 124 Charlotte St., will hold an open mic night from 5 to 9 p.m.
Live Jazz and Swing: Panama Hatties, 361 A1A Beach Blvd., will host live jazz and swing at 4:30 p.m. featuring The Boston Connection every week. For information, call 471-2192.
Open Mic: Ann O’Malley’s, 23 Orange St., will host Open Mic Night with Smokin’ Joe from 7 to 10 p.m.
Stand Up Paddleboard: Anastasia Watersports, 850 Anastasia Park Road, offers a group stand up paddleboard lesson at 9 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. After a short tutorial, the group embarks on a two-hour easy paddle through Salt Run. The cost is $40. For information, call 460-9111.
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