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Daily Events, March 20-26
Contemporary Chronicles of St. Augustine at Lightner Museum
Contemporary Chronicles of St. Augustine explores the urban fabric of St. Augustine through large-format photographs, hand drawn maps, and interactive photographic flip books. The project seeks to define St. Augustine through the residential streets and neighborhoods that have long been inhabited by the people that help support the city as a premier tourist destination. Through interactive sequential images, visitors to the exhibition will uncover the overlooked aspects of everyday life in America’s oldest city. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. 75 King St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2874 www.lightnermuseum.org
75 for 75: Diamond Anniversary Exhibition
The Lightner has been an important part of the St. Augustine community since it was first built as the Hotel Alcazar in 1888. The building opened as a museum in January 1948. In celebration of our 75th diamond anniversary in 2023, 75 for 75 presents a compelling selection of artwork and objects from the museum’s permanent collection and celebrates the incredible legacy that Otto Lightner left to the people of St. Augustine. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. 75 King St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2874 www.lightnermuseum.org
Ride On! Historic Bicycles At Lightner Museum
In the 1890s the bicycle took over the hearts and minds of Americans. Swept up in the craze for cycling, our historic building, the Hotel Alcazar, offered its own bicycle academy, allowing its guests to tour Gilded Age St. Augustine on two wheels. Drawn from the collection of St. Augustine bicycle aficionado Keith Pariani, this exhibition will feature bicycles chosen by Pariani as examples of pivotal moments in late 19th and early 20th century bicycle design. Lightner Museum is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for seniors and students and $10 ages 12-17, under 11 are free. 75 King St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2874 www.lightnermuseum.org
P.A.St.A March Features Artist: Wood Turner, Tina Minahan
Tina Minahan, award-winning wood turner, will be the Professional Artists of St. Augustine’s (P.A.St.A.) March Feature Artist. Come meet Tina and see her amazing wood turned bowls, platters, and vessels. 214 Charlotte St., St. Augustine. www.pastagalleryart.com
Creed III Playing at World Golf IMAX
See the first sports movie filmed with IMAX cameras! After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian (Jonathan Majors), resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. Creed III is showing daily at 1 p.m., 4:15 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $14 for adults, $13 for seniors/students/military, $11 for children. 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine. www.worldgolfimax.com/movies/creed-iii
Monday- Saturday, March 20-25
Sasha Wortzel: Dreams of Unknown Islands: St. Augustine
Dreams of Unknown Islands: Saint Augustine is a multisensory exhibition of work by New York-based visual artist and filmmaker Sasha Wortzel. The exhibit will be on display at the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum at Flagler College through April 22. Admission is free. This exhibition is generously supported through grants from The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. The museum is open Monday – Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday noon-4 p.m. Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 50 Sevilla St., St. Augustine. www.flagler.edu
St. Augustine Race Week
Eight days of fast, fun and friendly sailing events – through Saturday, March 25. Events include performance offshore racing, river racing, a youth regatta, Bayfront racing, Dragon Boats and more. For a complete schedule of racing and events or to register, visit the website. Race Week is headquartered at the St. Augustine Yacht Club, 442 Ocean Vista Ave., St. Augustine. 904-824-9725 www.staugustineraceweek.com
Tuesday- Sunday, March 21-26
17th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show
The future of St. Augustine’s artists! All works of art are done by exceptional students in grades 9-12. The works in this gallery-wide exhibit are bold, daring, and visually compelling, showcasing our students’ immense artistic talent. This exhibit is a community outreach partnership with the St. Johns County Schools and is sponsored by LeShane CPA. Gallery Hours are Tuesdays through Fridays noon-4 p.m. This exhibit will be on display through April 2 at the St. Augustine Art Association. 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org
Miniature Marvels at St. Augustine Art Association
Masterpieces do not always have to be big and grand to make a huge impression! Sometimes it is the smaller things that solicit a closer and more intimate observation from the viewer. Experience a visually enthralling exhibit as you immerse yourself in a world of minuscule sights. The works in this exhibit are no larger than 12 inches and reveal little marvels in a vast range of mediums and subjects. This free exhibit will be on display through April 2 at the St. Augustine Art Association. Gallery Hours are Tuesdays through Sundays noon-4 p.m. 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org
Wednesday, March 23
Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
The Wednesday Pier Farmers Market offers oceanfront shopping at the St. Johns County Ocean Pier Park from 8 a.m.-noon. Approximately 60-80 vendors sell locally grown produce, baked goods, prepared foods, arts, crafts and more. 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine. 904-315-0952 www.wednesdaypierfarmersmarket.com
Wednesday & Sunday, March 22 & 26
Yoga on the Lawn at Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
Enjoy yoga on the lawn at the historic Ximenez-Fatio House Museum. This one-hour vinyasa flow is perfect for all levels. Bring a beach towel or mat and water. Free parking behind the museum is available, but limited. Access the parking lot from Cadiz Street. Instructor will contact you by phone if class is canceled due to weather. Practice gets underway at 8 a.m. and lasts approximately one hour. Cost is $15 and registration is required. 20 Aviles St., St. Augustine. www.pilatesyogaloft.com
Thursday, March 23
The Three Mrs. Flaglers
Friends of the Main Library welcomes Dianne Jacoby to perform her one-woman play at The Waterworks at 1 p.m. Henry Flagler’s Gilded Age empire comes to life through the eyes of his three wives. In three acts, each beautifully gowned lady shares their story with the man who took the blank canvas of Florida to create a rich man’s paradise. This event is free and open to the public. 184 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine. www.rawlingssociety.org
White Trash Cooking Festival at Palm Valley Barn
This event celebrates the unique history, culture, and fortitude of the “original” pioneer families of Palm Valley. Discuss, enjoy, and celebrate the life and times of local Ernie Mickler, author of the NY Times Best Seller “White Trash Cooking” cookbook. Included in the day’s event will be up to 10 local restaurants, featuring their favorite southern cooking, and tastings inspired from Ernie’s cookbook. Moonshine distributors and distilleries are invited to showcase Palm Valley inspired cocktails. The event will feature original folk music and popular storytellers, local authors signing their books, and a variety of arts, crafts and activities. All proceeds go to support local projects like Sampson Cemetery cleanup or Palm Valley Warf improvements, and culinary scholarships to local students.Admission is $100-$150. The Barn Palm Valley is located at 531 N. Wilderness Trail, Ponte Vedra Beach. Click here for tickets.
Rio Grande performs at The Colonial Oak Music Park
Check out Rio Grande playing from 7-10 p.m. Free admission and family friendly! Food and drink available for purchase. 21 St. George St., St. Augustine. www.thecolonialoakmusicpark.com
Friday, March 24
Ancient Dunes Hike at Anastasia State Park
Enjoy a guided hike through ancient dunes shaded by a maritime hammock. Discover the natural communities of Anastasia State while exploring this unique trail. Although only a mile long, this hike is more challenging than our other trails due to the natural sloping landscape. The tour starts at the Hilltop Picnic Area at 9 a.m.   Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, drinking water, bug spray, and sunscreen. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation. 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine. 904-461-2003 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia
Comedian Chelsea Lynn at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
*For Mature Audiences Only* Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $37.50-$67.50. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Friday – Sunday, March 24 -26
Widespread Panic at The AMP
Southern improvisational masters and legendary jam band Widespread Panic returns to The St. Augustine Amphitheatre for a three-night run. Tickets are $57.50-$77.50 per ticket/per show. Shows are on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30 p.m. 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine. 904-209-0367 www.theamp.com
Saturday, March 25
St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
From 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. shoppers stroll up and down the vendor-lined pathways of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market, browsing more than 100 tents loaded with local produce, flowers, baked goods, handmade arts and crafts and more. Admission into the market is free. 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine. 904-315-9252 www.theamp.com/farmers-market
Cars and Coffee at The Classic Car Museum
Must love Coffee ~ Must love Classic Cars! If you do then cruise over to Classic Car Museum for Cars & Coffee from 8-10 a.m. Enjoy the morning checking out over 150 beautiful classics, and enjoy free coffee and doughnuts. Classic Car Museum offers this free event every 4th Saturday of the month. Event sponsored by Bozard Lincoln. 4730 US 1 South, St. Augustine. 904-806-4625 www.facebook.com/classiccarmuseumstaug
GTM Research Reserve Beach Clean Up
Join Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach cleanup on every fourth Saturday of the month. Enjoy coastal views while helping remove debris and microplastics from the beach. GTM Rangers will supply gloves and trash bags at 9:30 a.m. at a different meeting location each month. Visit www.gtmnerr.org/events for information on where to meet.
Bryon Capo Art Exposition
Please join The Tasting Tours, for a photography exhibition, themed ‘Scenes of St. Augustine’ by local artist Byron Capo. The exhibition is a selection of 20+ prints in The Tasting Tours 5th floor suite. Enjoy the panoramic views of the city and meet Byron to discuss his work. This is a free event open to the public from 5:30-7:30 p.m. 24 Cathedral Place #505, St. Augustine. www.thetastingtours.com
Comedian Sam Morril performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Morril is one of the fastest-rising stand-up comics in New York City and one of the best joke writers in the scene today. He was a regular on Comedy Central’s This Week at the Comedy Cellar, where he appeared on frequently when not touring cities across the nation. He was named one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2011 and has performed multiple stand-up sets on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late, Late Show with James Corden and Conan. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Saturday & Sunday, March 25 & 26
St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
Enjoy boatloads of seafood delicacies, entertainment and 100 artisans for two days of food and fun including a musical lineup featuring regional favorites. Admission to the festival is $10 for adults and free for youth ages 12 and under. The festival takes place at Francis Field. The hours are Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 25 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. www.lionsfestival.com
2023 Flower & Garden Expo
A popular event in NE Florida, the Flower and Garden Expo will delight gardeners of all ages with growers, nurseries and artisans from around the state offering shoppers every item to make your garden all it can be! Every year, this show features a variety of vendors bringing a wide array of horticulture including olive trees, aquatic plants, herbs, ferns, succulents, citrus, colorful flowering plants, butterfly plants, native plants and more plus gardening accessories and art. There is a $5 admission fee per person, which is valid for both days of the Expo (Children are admitted for free)! Event is Saturday, March 25th 9 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, March 26th 10 AM to 3 PM at Sykes Family Farms, 5995 Brough Rd., Elkton www.epicbh.org/flower-garden-expo/
Sunday, March 26
St. Ambrose Spring Fair
Enjoy this spring festival from noon-4 p.m. with live music, food, games and more at St. Ambrose Church in Elkton. Admission and parking are free. 6070 Church Rd., Elkton 904-692-1366 www.saintambrose-church.org/parish-news/2023-spring-fair
Poetry Flows From The Waterworks: National Women’s History Month
During the month of March, celebrate all of the amazing accomplishments of strong, determined women. Since 1987, the United States has formally recognized March as National Women’s History Month. Every woman has a story to tell and gifts to share with the world. Share a poem about a woman who inspires you. Poets and poetry fans with gather from 3-4:30 PM at The Waterworks Poets of all skill levels are given an opportunity to share their poems with a loving and supportive audience. 184 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. www.ancientcitypoets.wordpress.com
Guster performs at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $37.50-$44. 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Fire of Love Showing Presented by St. Augustine Film Society
Watch love erupt in this documentary, as two volcanologists chase their fiery dream around the world. Showing at 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Temple Bet Yam. Tickets are $8. 2055 Wildwood Dr., St. Augustine. Doors open 6:30 p.m. and the film will start at 7:00. www.staugustinefilmsociety.com

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