The 200th Anniversary Photography Exhibition titled “From River to Ocean” will be on display 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday- Friday, through January 3, 2022. Local photographers submitted photography depicting five districts throughout St. Johns County and photos were chosen by a panel to be part of this exhibit. A total of 24 photographers were chosen, with 44 photographs on view in this display. Admission is free. St. Johns County Administration, 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine www.facebook.com
Exhibition: Mirages at Crisp-Ellert Art Museum
Mirages brings together the work of Atterbury, Bourque-LaFrance, and Cowan for the first time. Though geographically separated (in Portland, Maine, Los Angeles, and Berkeley, CA) their conversations over the last year have helped to shape the trajectory of this exhibition. The exhibition title makes reference to the process through which each of these artists transforms materials and objects (wood, paint, images, rope, canvas, aluminum, photography) in order to reinterpret and reimagine the familiar. The artists embrace a simple premise: can a thing be a thing but also another thing? Exhibit hours are Monday – Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free. Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, 904-826-8530 www.flagler.edu/ceam
Tuesday, October 19
St. Augustine EcoCinema Presents: Blue
St. Augustine Film Society is partnering with The AMP, Green Hands and Beaches Go Green to present ‘Blue,’ an intimate documentary that delves deep into how industrial scale fishing, habitat destruction, species loss and pollution have placed the ocean in peril. Gates open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. on the Front Porch of The AMP, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. This event is free. For more information, visit the website, www.theamp.com/events or contact 904-209-0367
Tuesday – Sunday, October 19-24
Tactile Pop-Up Exhibit at St. Augustine Art Association
The annual Tactile Art Show turns the tables on museum etiquette and creates a fun and interactive opportunity for visitors to experience art in a unique way. Visually appealing but also engaging for the blind and visually impaired, the art in this exhibit includes sculptures, assemblages, ceramics, fiber and other media. The Gallery is open Tuesday though Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine Street., St. Augustine 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org
St. Augustine Art Association Fall Members Show
This bi-annual art exhibition features works in varying subjects, styles, and mediums from drawings and paintings to sculptures to collages to photography and more! Every piece on display was created by artist members of the St. Augustine Art Association and shows the diversity and talent of St. Augustine’s local artists. The Gallery is open Tuesday through Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org.
Wednesday, October 20
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
Saltwater Fishing 101
Learn the ins and outs of saltwater fishing in Florida at this weekly program from 9-11 a.m. at Vilano Beach. This week’s program is “Tacklebox Necessities” All participants must have a Saltwater Shoreline License. Each session is $12 per person. Register for one or all classes here. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335. 603 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine
Guided Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park
Anastasia State Park will host an educational Bird Walk Program from 8:15-9:45 a.m. Meet the birds at Anastasia State Park on this monthly bird walk. This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. Participants will observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails and other areas. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes and a field guide. Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill pavilion located at the end of the main park drive. The program is free with regular park admission, which ranges from $8-$2. 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine 904-461-2033 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at The AMP
Pat Benatar’s staggering vocals and take-no-prisoners attitude, along with Neil Giraldo’s trailblazing artistry as a guitarist, producer and songwriter forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created some of rocks most memorable hits including “We Belong”, “Invincible”, “Love Is A Battlefield”, “Promises In The Dark”, “We Live For Love”, “Heartbreaker” and “Hell Is For Children”. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $39.50-$94. St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.theamp.com
Improv Night at Colonial Oak Music Park
Your First Coast Comedy veteran professionals have no plan and willingly dive headfirst into almost any challenge the audience will throw at them, resulting in unforgettably hilarious moments. This show is for everyone! Bring the whole family because these improvisers play smart… to ensure the show is always clean and never mean! Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 the day of the show. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.firstcoastcomedy.com. 21 St. George St., St. Augustine
Full Moon Sail Aboard the Schooner Freedom
Enjoy a moonlit evening aboard the Schooner Freedom as it sails through St. Augustine’s Matanzas Bay. This sailing excursion departs at 8:15 p.m. from the St. Augustine Municipal Marina. There will be live music. Complimentary beer, soda and wine are included in the $55 ticket. Call for reservations. 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine 904-810-1010 www.schoonerfreedom.com
Wednesday & Sunday, October 20 & 24
Yoga on The Lawn
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 8:30 a.m. and lasts approximately one hour. Cost is $15 and registration is required. 20 Aviles St., St. Augustine www.pilatesyogaloft.com/wilderness
Thursday – Sunday, October 21 – 24
Kayaking Fort Matanzas
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with the National Park Service to bring you an exciting kayak trip! During this trip you will get to view the fort from a whole new perspective and paddle through the marsh to experience Southeast Intracoastal Waterway Park. Seats are limited. Dates and times are as follows: October 21 from 9 a.m. to noon, October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., October 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and October 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants MUST REGISTER. For more info, contact Kelly Ussia at kussia@sjcfl.us or 904-209-0335.
Thursday, October 21
Third Thursday Night Market at Coconut Barrel Artisans Market
From 5-8 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, come enjoy fresh food, live music, craft shopping & fun at the Coconut Barrel Artisan Market. 3175 U.S. Highway 1 South, St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.coconutbarrel.com/pages/farmers-market
Country Night at Colonial Oak Music Park
Watch local and regional country music live at The Colonial Oak. This collaboration between St. Augustine’s own Country/Western aficionado Davis Loose (of ‘Davis Loose & the Loose Cannons’) and local country radio station, WQIK to present a hand-selected variety of North Florida’s Best Country Music every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Colonial Oak Music Park, 21 St. George St., St. Augustine. www.thecolonialmusicpark.com.
Casting Crowns with Special Guest Matthew West at The AMP
Gates open at 5:30 p.m., performance is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $29.50-$104. St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, 904-209-0367 For more information, visit www.theamp.com.
SAiRA’s Mystery Wine & Dine
Enjoy a Five-Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings at a Participating SAiRA Restaurant from 6 – 9 p.m. Choose a SAiRA Restaurant Based on Your Group Size. Tickets are $150 Per Person (Limited Availability) and all proceeds benefit THE PLAYERS Championship Boys & Girls Club in St. Augustine. Five-Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings include an Hors d’oeuvre appetizer, a seafood dish, a meat entree’, and an elegant desert. Reservations are required. Visit, www.bgcnf.org/events/saira2021 for more information and to purchase tickets.
Friday – Sunday, October 22 – 24
St. Augustine Songwriters Festival
Hear the stories behind your favorite No. 1 songs by the writers who wrote them. Songwriters are always behind the scenes, but not at this event, which takes place at various locations on Florida’s Historic Coast. Visit the website for the performance schedule. Admission is free. 904-342-2857 www.staugustinesongwritersfestival.com
Creatures of the Night at St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Join the wild side for 3 nights of treats, costumes and fun! Meet eerie bugs and beasts in this hands-on experience while collecting Creatures of the Night cards around the park. It’s sure to be a spooktacular time! Enjoy Trick-or-Treating fun at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm from 5:30-7 p.m. each night. Dress in your costume and meet eerie bugs and beasts in this hands-on experience, all while collecting Creatures of the Night cards around the park. ADVANCED REGISTRATION REQUIRED – NO TICKETS SOLD ON SITE. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children 2-11. Visit www.alligatorfarm.com/creatures-of-the-night for more information.
St. Benedict Blues Festival
Enjoy three days of blues music on the grounds of Saint Benedict the Moor Catholic Church Friday & Saturday, 4-10 p.m. and Sunday 12-5 p.m. Admission is $5.00 per person, and there is free parking on site. There will be plenty of food and refreshments available, including a beer tap by Ancient City Brewing. Bring a lawn chair. Visit www.saintbensbluesfest.com for more information.
Sykes Family Farms Crop Maze & You Pick Sunflowers
Fall is in the air at Sykes Family Farms. This family friendly event offers a corn maze, hayride, playgrounds, you pick sunflowers, races and viewing of farm animals. The Farm is open Friday 6-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. General admission is $13 and is all inclusive. Admission for youth ages 2 and under is free. 5995 Brough Rd., Elkton 904-692-1370 www.sycofarms.com
Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23
Quackery: The Dark Side of Medicine
Not for the squeamish or faint of heart, this nighttime tour explores a time in history when the most outrageous, ridiculous, and downright deadly treatments were performed, all in the name of medicine. Tours are at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Adults only 18 and older. Tickets are $20 and reservations are required. The Spanish Military Hospital Museum, 3 Aviles St., St. Augustine. 904-342-7730 www.smhmuseum.com
Twilight Tour: Fatal Folklore at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
Twilight Tours are offered Friday and Saturday through November 6 at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and take you through a beautiful 18th century home where you will hear the stories and history of the house not normally heard on our daytime tour. Admission is $15. 20 Aviles Street, St. Augustine 904-315-3762 www.ximenezfatiohouse.org/twilight
Saturday & Sunday, October 23 & 24
MS: PGA Tour Cycle to Shore
This two-day event that raises money for MS research takes cyclists from St. Augustine to Daytona Beach and back with rest stops, lunch daily and multiple route options. The tour starts at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday at Northeast Florida Regional Airport, 4900 US Hwy 1 North, St. Augustine. The cost to register is $21-$70, plus there is a $250 fundraising minimum. 855-372-1331. Visit www.mssociety.donordrive.com for more information.
St. Augustine Fall Fling
Bring your lawn chairs, your blankets and plan to spend the day. Join us for a home grown festival featuring artisans, crafters, Barktoberfest, kids zone, car show, live music, raffles to benefit our nonprofit organizations and so much more! Admission $10 per vehicle. 5840 SR207 Elkton www.staugustinefallfling.com
Saturday, October 23
Cars & Coffee at Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine
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, 904-806-4625 www.facebook.com/classiccarmuseumstaug
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 South, St. Augustine 904-315-9252 www.theamp.com/community/farmers-market
GTM 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. Please visit www.gtmnerr.org/events for information on where to meet.
St. Augustine Heritage Festival
St. Augustine Heritage Association is hosting a family fun day. Living history interpreters from groups representing many historic periods from St. Augustine’s History from the native Timucuans through Florida’s Statehood. There will be plenty of food, music, storytelling and more from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Trout Creek Park, 6550 SR 13 N., St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/staugustineheritagefestival
Ancient City Kids Day
Enjoy a fun and festive family atmosphere with vendors, games, activities and live entertainment hosted by EPIC Behavioral Healthcare. This is a great day to spend meaningful time with your family and children. This event takes place from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Francis Field. Admission is free. 25 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine 904-829-2273. For more information, visit www.epicbh.org/ancient-city-kids-day
Hallo-wine & Cheese at the Parlor Room
Wine & cheese tasting event! Viticulture education in a fun fall atmosphere. This spooktacular wine and cheese pairings that you are sure to love is great for a ghoul-friends evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 21 and up only. Tickets are $40/per person. 300 1/2 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. www.facebook.com/parlorroomevents
Sunday, October 24
Brunch & Bubbles in St. Augustine
Wake up to a culinary experience presented by some of the best venues in St. Augustine! This three-hour rolling tour provides a scrumptious variety, that will be a perfect way to start a Sunday Funday. Tickets are $109 per person and include 4 stops, food and bubbly, and a chauffeured tour of the city. Tours are 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and depart from 24 Cathedral Place, Suite 401. 904-325-3911. www.TheTastingTours.com
Guided Bird Walk at Fort Mose State Park
Fort Mose Historic State Park will host an educational guided bird walk program at the park. Join birding expert Susan Killeen on a hike and birding exploration of our salt marsh and the secondary fort site island. Bring your rubber boots, binoculars, cameras, water and any other pertinent items to make your travel through the estuary more enjoyable. The walk is from 8-9 a.m. and is free. 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine 904-823-2232 www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/fort-mose-historic-state-park
16th Annual St. George Street Trick or Treating
Ancient City Tours and more than 300 boutiques, gift shops, bistros and shops on St. George Street, will be handing out Halloween candy from 2-5 p.m. Trick or treating is free to the public and participants are instructed to look for businesses that have orange and black balloons at their entryway. Children, their families, and well behaved, leashed dogs, are encouraged to be in Halloween costumes and take part in these festivities. Visit www.ancientcitytours.net for more information.
The Expendables & Ballyhoo! at The AMP
Blending Reggae, Punk Rock, and 80s style dueling guitar solos, The Expendables have made heads turn and floors shake for years. Gates open at 6 p.m., show starts at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $26-$29. St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine. For more information, visit www.theamp.com/events
The Fixx & The English Beat at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $34.50-$69.50 Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. For more information, visit www.pvconcerthall.com/events
