Northeast Florida Real Estate - St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville
Jul. 4, 2009 - How to Tell if A Website is Down
I have been trying to access Facebook.com all morning and have been unsuccessful. Well, I found this great website that tells you if a site is down or if it is a personal problem (i.e., just me!).
Which isn't that wonderful as now I have to determine why. But it is good to know this site exists. It will save me a lot of wasted time as I hope it does you.
Happy 4th of July everyone!
Barbara Jenness is a Licensed Real Estate Broker serving northeast Florida from Jacksonville to Ponte Vedra and St. Augustine, specializing in waterfront properties (ocean, river, and Intracoastal) and foreclosures. She is an active community volunteer and has been involved with redeveloping Vilano Beach since 1998. She is the current President of Friends of A1A and the Vice-President of North Shores Improvement Association, the governing board of Vilano Beach Main Street.
Jul. 1, 2009 - Vilano Beach 4th of July Celebration
Yes, this is the biggest weekend activity in Porpoise Point and Vilano Beach. It seems the entire northeast Florida area comes to Porpoise Point to enjoy the 4th of July weekend on the beach and then watch the fireworks over our nation's oldest city. The entire neighborhood is one big party. It is one of my favorite weekends and makes me happy to live in Porpoise Point so I don't have to fight the traffic to get home!
This year our local community association, North Shores Improvement Association along with Vilano Beach Main Street , is make the experience even better if you can imagine that!
With funds raised from the Sunday Market, we are able to have The Falling Bones provide a pre-fireworks entertainment experience (aka concert). Band members Rick Levy, John “Long John” Higginbotham, Rob Piazza and Angello Olivieri will provide an intimate performance of classic cover tunes from the 1960’s on.
The Falling Bones will perform from 7pm until the simulcast of the St. Augustine July 4th Fireworks on local AM1240 WFOY. Simulcast of the fireworks soundtrack will also be presented at the Vilano Beach Pier Park. The venue is open to the public and free of charge. Viewing locations and parking are on a first come first serve basis so come early, enjoy the beach, a stroll along Vilano Beach Main Street and enjoy the show!
And don't forget to come back on July 5th for our Sunday Market from noon - 4 p.m.
Now you can read all about the Vilano Beach area via North Shores News. This monthly community newspaper is distributed by the St. Augustine Record, our local newspaper, to properties in the Vilano Beach (North Shores) area. The area distributed includes Porpoise Point to the last house on the ocean just before the The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and to Camachee Island on the west. This includes Vilano Beach, Surfside and North Beach and parts of South Ponte Vedra Beach. Some of the communities in this area are: Porpoise Point, South Beach, Serenata, Ocean Grande, Beachwalk, Turtle Shores, Tide's Edge, Mariner's Watch, Seaside of Vilano, and Villages of Vilano.
Jun. 10, 2009 - St. Augustine Selected Top 10 Best Places to Live for 2009
I'm so excited, and I just can't hide it. Yes, I already knew that St. Augustine is one of the best places to live, but it is so nice to hear others verify it. With the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal and the St. Johns River we have so many water choices. And our nation's oldest city has to be one of the most charming places ever. I feel like I am on vacation every day here. There is always stuff happening. I try to keep my website updated under Calendar of Events with all the happenings.
We are a small town, with so much culture (art, music and dance) and great restaurants with fresh seafood. The recreational activities are overwhelming: great fishing and boating, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, sailing, parasailing, wind surfing, the beach, etc. plus parks, golf, tennis, hiking, biking and many attractions (Alligator Farm, The Lighthouse, Ripley's Believe it or Not, Castillo de San Marco & Ft. Matanzas to name just a few), Flagler College with original Tiffany windows, Lightner Museum, grand old churches, historic St. George Street, the list goes on and on. And one of the nation's Scenic Byways, A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway runs along our coast and through St. Augustine and St. Augustine Beach. Enjoy nature throughout the area, in the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and our many parks. Watch endangered Right Whales and sea turtles. Explore the nation's oldest city including oldest school house and house.
People are what really make St. Augustine grand. Yes, every one knows your name (if you want them to).
Come visit St. Augustine. Let me know if you are interested in staying. I would enjoy showing you why St. Augustine is a great place to live.
US News & World Report selected St. Augustine, FL as a top 10 Best Places to Live for 2009. Here's the article. And the detail on St. Augustine.
Enjoy the beach this summer. Vilano Beach, the closest beach to historic St. Augustine, Florida. Here's what's happening. Call me at 904-823-0027 or e-mail me at Barbara@BarbaraJenness.com with any questions or if you'd like to get involved.
Monday
June 8
9 am
ST. JOHNS COUNTY CIVIC ASSOCIATION ROUNDTABLE
Special meeting at the newly dedicated Emergency Operations Center, 100 EOC Drive at the end of Agricultural Drive.
Monday
June 8
7 pm
NSIA FORUM - NEW WEB SITE TOOLS
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue
Info: 904-607-7771Understanding what is needed to be an important part of our image to the world. Come provide input on what you want on the VilanoBeachFL.com website. Presented by our webmaster, Mike Kilgallon of Aardvark Associates.
Monday
June 15
9 am to 2 pm
SPARS YOUTH SAILING CAMP
8 weekly camps for ages 10 to 15. At Salt Run in Anastasia State Park.
Info: 904-687-4625
Wednesday
June 17
4 pm
VILANO BEACH MAIN STREET PLANNING GROUP
At the Hampton Inn Oceanside on Vilano Road
This meeting will feature a presentation by the Sheriff's department to discuss vandalism and a possible Neighborhood Watch Program.
Thursday
June18
6 pm
ALTRUSA CLUB
Community minded international group who welcome new members. (3rd Thurs)
At South Ponte Vedra Civic Association, 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd.
Info: Janet Gandara. 904-823-1101
Wednesday
June 24
3 to 5 pm
FRIENDS OF A1A SCENIC & HISTORIC COASTAL BYWAY
Whitney Hall Auditorium, Marineland.
Info: 904-425-8055, 904-540-0402.
Mon July 6
to Fri July 10
SURF'S UP CAMP
Camps also from July 13 to 17, August 3 to 7 & 10-14.
Ages 6-16.
Learn to Surf, Lifeguard rescue techniques, the ways of the water.
Info: Eddie Zielman. 904-669-1269.
Mon July 13
3-5 pm
SCENIC & HISTORIC A1A
Transportation Safety to be discussed including speed limits, parking, and crosswalks from Vilano to Ponte Vedra
At South Ponte Vedra Civic Association, 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd.
Info: Barbara Jenness. 904-823-0027.
Tues July 14
7 pm
FREE "LOOSE LEASH ON THE BEACH"
Dog Training Class. Beach Pavilion area.
Info: A1A Dog Training. 904-377-0037.
Tues July 21
6 pm
COMMUNITY DOG TRAINING CLASS
Dog Training Class. 6 weeks class every Tuesday
Info: A1A Dog Training. 904-377-0037.
Every Friday & Saturday Night
5:30 to 7:30 pm
WINE TASTING
Pawnee's Café & Fine Wines, 165 Vilano RD, 904-824-2455
Friday $10 for 6 wines. Saturday $7 for 4 wines. Case discounts.
SUNDAYS
Every Sunday 9:30 & 10:30 am
CHURCH AT VILANO
North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue
808-8304
Bible Study 9:30 am, Worship 10:30 am, except Easter.
Prayer & Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Every Sunday
7:00 pm
CHRISTIAN INTERDENOMINATIONAL SERVICE
Full service with live music.
At the Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano Rd.
Info: 904-806-8120
Every Sunday Noon to 4 pm
VILANO BEACH SUNDAY MARKET
AT THE PIER
A non-profit community service that provides fresh produce, baked goods, other foods and fine arts and crafts by local artists. Info: 904-540-8797
May. 18, 2009 - Niña & Pinta Leave St. Augustine - May 18, 2009
The early bird may get the worm, but I was very fortunate this morning to capture the Nina and the Pinta as they were leaving St. Augustine. It was a little before 6:30 this morning when I noticed what I thought were shrimp boats heading back to sea. I thought they were shrimp boats as we had rough waters last night and thought they had come into the St. Augustine inlet for safe harbor, as they are known to do.
Well as the two vessels passed the inlet and continued heading north on the Intracoastal Waterway, I realized what they were and leapt for my camera.
I would have taken pictures of the shrimp boats, too, as many of you know. But this was exciting to have them this close in the early morning hours.
I knew they were visiting St. Augustine from May 5- 18th, but the days they just fly past. Don't miss my video posted below.
May. 11, 2009 - North Shores Improvement Association Forum Tonight!
Come hear Maria Cristina Rivero, a native of Cuba, present information on different cultures at tonight's North Shores Improvement Association's (NSIA) Community Forum. Her topic should help both in your international travels and in working with visitors to our area from other countries. Come learn and share. Updates on our community will also be presented. Come. Get involved.
Date: May 11th
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue, Vilano Beach, FL 32084
May. 11, 2009 - Scenic A1A Meeting 3 p.m. Today in S. Ponte Vedra
Many people in northeast Florida traverse Scenic and Historic A1A in St. Johns County from Jacksonville, through St. Augustine to Flagler County, especially on weekends. This past weekend was no exception with the most traffic I have seen in a long time. It was a challenge crossing A1A to enjoy the beach, but it was possible and well worth it. With The Player's Championship in Ponte Vedra Beach, the Ancient City Crawfish Boil in St. Augustine, The Sunday Market in Vilano Beach, and Mother's Day, much was happening in our area. We had such fabulous weather, too!
Scenic & Historic A1A is the St. Johns County state scenic highway section of a National Scenic Byway, A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway(aka Friends of A1A). If you have been wanting to get involved in helping to protect, preserve, maintain, and enhance this beautiful byway, please come to our meeting today from 3 - 5 p.m. at the South Ponte Vedra Civic Association Building located at 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd.
Here is today's agenda:
SCENIC & HISTORIC A1A
Corridor Management Council Meeting
AGENDA
St. Johns County
May 11, 2009
South Ponte Vedra Civic Assn - 2724 South Ponte Vedra Blvd., S. Ponte Vedra, 32082
3:00 - 5:00 pm.
1. Convene Meeting / Introductions Barbara Jenness
Approval of Minutes from prior meeting and Approval of current Agenda
2. Discussion Topics
· New Business
· RFP Evaluation Committee Representative (2 LAP Projects)
· SawgrassVillage Major Modifications
· Florida Coastal and Ocean Policy Report Card
· DRI - SW Commerce Center Status
· Scenic Conservation Issues - Billboards
· OAR House - North Florida Land Trust Plans for North Guana Landing
· Code Enforcement Follow-up
· Old Business Updates
1. Windswept Acres Park / Frank Butler/Green Road Wil Smith
2. Pope Road Scenic Overlook Bob Samuels
3. Northern Gateway & Kiosk Vickie Renna
4. Garbage collection - North Coastal Corridor Irene Kaufman
5. Transportation Committee Study Tony Bosco
6. CMP 5 Yr Update Report Vickie Renna
7. Bird Island Park Alyce Decker
· Friends of A1A Update Sallie O'Hara
(Grants/Operations/Fundraising/Conference/Awards)
· FDOT Update Debrah Miller
3. Other Issues: Sector Updates: Ponte Vedra >> North Beach-Vilano >> City of St Augustine >>City of St Augustine Beach >> Mid Anastasia Island
4. Next Scenic & Historic A1A - CMC Meeting Place and Time - July 13, 20095. Adjourn Meeting
After school help at the NSIA Community Center. Grades 1 to 12. Hosted by the Church at Vilano, 808-8304, or Art Holden, 829-0823 to register a student for tutoring.
Every Wednesday & Friday Night, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
WINE TASTING
Pawnee's Café & Fine Wines, 165 Vilano RD, 824-2455.
Most Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 9:30 & 10:15 a.m.
FUN FITNESS CLASSES
Harbor View Room at Kingfish Grill, Camachee Island
Tighten & Tone and Jazzercise. Susan Rubin, instructor, 669-9638. 2 free visits. 8 visits $40, Saturday only, $4 each. Call for exact schedule.
Every Sun day, 9:30 & 10:30 am
CHURCH AT VILANO
Bible Study 9:30 am, Worship 10:30 am.. Prayer & Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 pm. at North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue. 808-8304.
Every Sunday, 7:00 pm
CHRISTIAN INTERDENOMINATIONAL SERVICE
Full service with live music. At the Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano RD. 806-8120
Every Sunday, noon to 4 pm
VILANO BEACH SUNDAY MARKET at the Pier
A non-profit community service that provides fresh produce, baked goods, other foods and fine arts and crafts by local artists. The Market does not have mass merchandised crafts, second hand or flea market items. It is a first class open market experience for residents, visitors and tourists and enhances community spirit.
May Schedule of Events:
Sunday May 10, 10 am to 4 pm
MOTHER'S DAY MENU - PAWNEE'S
Order a Custom Gift Basket with or without wine. Browse at the Sunday Market a few steps away afterwards. Champagne Brunch 10 to 1:30, lunch menu 1:30 to 4 pm. Pawnee's Café, 165 Vilano Road. 824-2455.
Sunday May 10, 11 am to 3 pm
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH - THE REEF
Roast beef, turkey, omelets, crab legs, Mahi-Mahi, ham, cheeses, pastries, sparkling wine and more. $34.95 adults, $13.95 children under 12. Reservations recommended. Limited dinner menu from 5 to 9 pm. The Reef Restaurant on the ocean, 4100 Coastal Highway. 824-8008.
Sunday May 10, Noon to 4 pm
SPECIAL VISIT TO SUNDAY MARKET
At the Pier. Visit by members of the Florida Farmers Market Association here for a conference to be held on Monday, May 11 at St. Augustine Beach. Anyone interested may attend this conference. Contact our Market Manager, Mitch Hall, 540-8797.
Monday May 11, 3 - 5 pm
FRIENDS OF SCENIC & HISTORIC A1A
Corridor Management Council. Meets at the South Ponte Vedra Civic Association Building. (every other month on 2nd Monday) 540-0402. www.ScenicA1A.org.
Monday May 11, 7 pm
DO YOU TRAVEL TO OTHER COUNTRIES?
CULTURAL DIVERSITY & WHAT IT CAN MEAN TO YOU
The North Shores Forum
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue. Informative, eye-opening education for a new viewpoint on life. Cultural Diversity training increases our cultural competence. Understand how our own views may differ from views of others. Dynamics when cultures interact. Being aware will help to understand other cultures when traveling to our countries or when we have foreign visitors. Presented by Maria Cristina Rivero, a native of Cuba. Info: 824-1212 or 501-5550.
Tuesday May 12, 7:30 pm
FREE DOG TRAINING CLASS
"LOOSE LEASH ON THE BEACH"
At the Vilano Beach Pavilion
When you take your dog for a walk - who is walking who? Join this fun free class and check out proven techniques. By A1A Dog Training. 377-0037. New 6 week obedience class at the Community Center begins May 19 at 6 pm.
Saturday May 16, 9 am
BEACH RESTORATION ASSOCIATION MEETING
South Ponte Vedra Association Center * (3rd Saturday) * 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Boulevard * 824-4571, 387-0770 www.spv-vilano.com
Saturday May 16, Safe Light to 4 pm
BOATING CLUB & STUMPNOCKER
CHARITY INVITATIONAL
FISHING TOURNAMENT
Flounder * Redfish * Speckled Trout
First prize 17' Stumpnocker boat and voucher toward outboard motor at St. Augustine Marina in memory of Lloyd Small. Entry Fee $35. Cash prizes from $500 to $50 for total weight and for biggest flounder, redfish and trout. Fish from Pellicer Flats to Palm Valley bridge from Safe Light Saturday. Pre-registration required, Mark Sabol, 662-4668, Weigh In at St. Augustine Boating Club on Boating Club Road. Final registration & anglers meeting Friday evening. May 17 rain date.
Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17
JUNKANOO RETURNS
May 16 in the Plaza from 1 to 7 pm. 2 interactive, costumed, dancing, joyous parades, Bahamian food, music, straw market. Junkanoo performers from Abaco, Miami, Orlando and local school kids. George "Sho Bo" the conch man and his famous salad. May 17 from 9 to noon at Creekside Dinery. Bahamian breakfast and rush out. $28 to help send an Abaco student to Flagler College. Sponsored by the St. Augustine Yacht Club, Tourist Development Council and members of the St. Augustine Airport Pilots Association.
Tuesday, May 19 6:00 pm
NEW 6-WEEK BASIC OBEDIENCE
DOG TRAINING CLASS
NSIA Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue
By A1A Dog Training. 377-0037.
$75 for 6 sessions. First class is for owners only to become "Leader of the Pack". Check out www.a1adogtraining.com for other offerings and background information.
Wednesday May 20, 4 pm
VILANO BEACH MAIN STREET PLANNING GROUP
At the Hampton Inn Oceanside on Vilano Road
Design * Economic Restructuring * Organization * Promotion. (3rd Wednesday). "The best is yet to come." * 501-5891 * 824-1212
Thursday May 21, 7 pm
CITIZENS AIRPORT GROUP
(3rd Thursday) Information: 825-4832. At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue. Citizens working together with the St. Augustine - St. Johns County Airport Authority on airport related concerns, especially noise mitigation.
Thursday May 21, 5 to 7 pm
WINE TASTING & ART SHOW AT THE REEF
Featuring art from students of internationally known artist Jael. 12 wines, appetizers, live music. $10 per person. The Reef Restaurant, 4100 Coastal Highway. 824-8008.
Thursday May 21 , 6 pm
ALTRUSA CLUB
Community minded international group of women who welcome new members. (3rd Thurs) At South Ponte Vedra Association Center, 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd. Janet Gandara. 823-1101.
Saturday May 30, 8:00 am
Annual RUN/WALK OVER THE BRIDGE * COUNTRY BREAKFAST *
COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue. 5K Run by Ancient City Runners. Pre-register. Friday, May 29, 5-7 pm, $15, Day of race $20. Medals in different age categories. Race starts & ends on Gardner Avenue behind Community Center. Old Fashioned Country Breakfast $5 from 8 am sponsored by Creekside Dinery and Saltwater Cowboys. Free first come space in front of community center for Community Flea Market. Info for Run: 829-0978, 501-5550; for Event, 824-1212, 501-5545
May. 5, 2009 - Chinese Drywall - New Disclosure Forms
Chinese Drywall has been in the news lately. According to HomePro Inspections in northeast Florida there have been no reports of Chinese drywall in Northeast Florida by any ASHI certified home inspectors in northeast Florida.
They estimate that as many as 36,000 Florida homes may have Chinese drywall. Most of these homes are located in the Sarasota and Palm Beach areas.
How do you know if you have Chinese drywall? Here a just a few suggestions.
1)The drywall was imported from China between 2003 and 2006. Just to be sure any home built, remodeled or repaired after 2002 should be checked as there are some reports saying there may have been Chinese Drywall in Florida then.
2)Chinese/defective drywall smells like rotten eggs due to the sulfur compounds used.
3)Climb into your attic area and check the markings on the back of the drywall for “Made in China”.
4)Hire a professional inspector.
If you are selling your home and it was built after 2002, you might want to ask a home inspector to provide a Chinese/Defective Drywall Clearance Letter. If you are aware that your home has Chinese/defective drywall, you and your real estate agent must disclose it.
If you are a buyer, purchasing a home in Florida built or remodeled or repaired after 2002, please ask your real estate professional about the “Chinese/Defective Drywall Addendum for Purchase” contract addendum and the modified Seller’s Real Property Disclosure. These forms were created by the Florida Association of REALTORS® (FAR) Law and Policy Department and are designed to alert potential buyers of the possible presence of Chinese/defective drywall and provide awareness on the availability of inspections or other options to evaluate any concerns.
Not all Chinese drywall is defective and not all defective drywall is from China. Research is still being done.
Your comments and additional insights are appreciated.
Apr. 29, 2009 - Garbage Collection Moved to Monday in S. Ponte Vedra
John Foley, the General Manager of Seaboard, called me this afternoon to inform me that garbage pickup for the South Ponte Vedra area will be moved to Mondays starting May 25th, 2009. They will mail a letter to the impacted residents and also place information on their front door to alert them to this change. Recycling and yard trash pickups remain on Wednesday. This change impacts properties from 3rd Street (the castle and the way to Cap's) north.
This is a welcomed change and one that Friends of A1A championed. The residents on A1A in S. Ponte Vedra have complained for years about trash blowing on A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway as garbage pick up has been on Thursday. As there are many vacation rentals in the area, many didn't put their trash out until Saturday or Sunday when they were leaving and the trash would sit out for days. An active letter writing campaign by the residents was beneficial to this requested change.
We thank John Foley and Seaboard for their willingness to work with the residents and listen to their concerns to make this happen.
Apr. 12, 2009 - Vilano Beach Farmer's Market Every Sunday
Happy Easter!
From noon to 4 p.m. today is the first Sunday Market (a.k.a. Farmer's Market) at the Vilano Beach Pier. The Sunday Market will be every Sunday from noon - 4 p.m. Come support the community and find fresh produce, desserts, baked goods, on-site cooking, arts, crafts, entertainment and much more. George McGovern will be attending the market from around 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. McGovern has been an advocate for the local farmer and United Nations Food for Peace.
Approximately 40 vendors from Vilano Beach and surrounding areas will be out every Sunday. Today's grand opening event will feature appearances by the Easter Bunny, so bring the kids!
"The Vilano Beach Pier is an ideal location to host a community market. It is a beautiful newly renovated area that hasn't been utilized to its full potential. This location is also extremely convenient for the Vilano Beach residents as well downtown St. Augustine residents and visitors,” says Market Manager, Mitch Hall. Mitch Hall is also the Market Manager for the very successful Wednesday Market held at the St. Augustine Pier.
The community has been planning this market for a year and we are excited to have it. The website is still under construction, but will have more photos and info as the event continues to grow. If you or someone you know is interested in being a vendor, space is limited, but there a few vendor spaces left. For vendor and guest information, please contact Mitch at 904-540-8797. The official website is www.thesundaymarket.com. Please click here for the vendor application.
For more information about Vilano Beach and the Vilano Beach Town Center, please visit http://VilanoBeachFL.com.
4 to 6 pmAfter school help at the NSIA Community Center.Grades 1 to 12.
Church at Vilano, 808-8304. No classes April 6, 8 or 13.
Every Wed, Fri & Sat NightWINE TASTING
5:30 to 7:30 pmPawnee’s Café & Fine Wines, 165 Vilano RD, 824-2455
Friday $10, 6 wines.Saturday $ 7, 4 wines. Case discounts.
Most Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat FUN FITNESS CLASSES
9:30 & 10:15 amHarbor View Room at Kingfish Grill, Camachee Island
Tighten & Tone and Jazzercise.Susan Rubin, instructor, 669-9638.2 free visits.8 visits $40, Saturday only, $4 each. Call for exact schedule.
Every Sun 9:30 & 10:30 amCHURCH AT VILANO
Bible Study 9:30 am, Worship 10:30 am, except Easter.Prayer & Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 pm.at North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue. 808-8304.
Every Sun 7:00 pmCHRISTIAN INTERDENOMINATIONAL SERVICE 806-8120
Full service with live music. At the Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano RD.
Every Sun noon to 4 pmVILANO BEACH SUNDAY MARKET at the Pier
Beginning Easter Sunday, April 12.A non-profit community service that provides fresh produce, baked goods, other foods and fine arts and crafts by local artists.The Market does not have mass merchandised crafts, second hand or flea market items.It is planned to be a first class open market experience for residents, visitors and tourists and to enhance community spirit.
At University of Florida auditorium at Marineland (bring a lunch). Education by Florida Fish & Wildlife.Cat Eastman 687-5153, 814-2172.
Wed Apr 8 5:30 & 7 pmSUNSET-FULL MOON RIVER CRUISE
Cap’s On The Water Restaurant
An old fishing boat cruise down the intracoastal waterway to the City of St. Augustine & back.Must be over 21.Tickets are $10 on first come basis.Leaves Cap’s dock promptly @ 5:30 & 7 pm.4325 Myrtle Street off Third Street.Carrie 819-8190.
Fri Apr 10 8:30 amNATIONAL HERITAGE AREA DESIGNATION EFFORT
Action Plan Workshop. At San Sebastian Winery.Hosted by Historic Area Council and Chamber of Commerce. Guest speaker:Dr. Jonathan Mabry, Santa Cruz (Arizona) Heritage Alliance.209-0623, (765) 610-1684.
Sat Apr 11 10 am – noonTraditional EASTER EGG HUNT for Children 12 years or under
Open to North Shores families and guests only.3 age categories.Prizes and treats and arts & crafts.Easter Bunny visit.Children must be accompanied by adult.Bring your own Easter basket. Hunt begins at 10 am.
Sun Apr 12 6:15, 6:45 amEASTER SUNRISE SERVICE
By the Church at Vilano.Park on the beach at the Vilano Beach ramp.808-8304. A 45-minute worship experience through drama, music, Scripture, and dance will begin at6:45 AM.Music for meditation on the beach will begin at 6:15 AM.Musicians and dancers help awaken the Easter dawn.
Sun Apr 12 noon to 4 pmVery First VILANO BEACH SUNDAY MARKET
Provided permitting is all in place, the first weekly outdoor afternoon market at the Pier Pavilion.Fresh vegetables, bakery & food items, home made arts and crafts.829-3440, 540-8797
Mon Apr 13 7 pmNSIA FORUM – BEACH RESTORATION UPDATE
The Beach Restoration Association will present the findings of the
Engineering Report and Future Action Steps
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue.824-1212.
Wed Apr 15 4 pmVILANO BEACH MAIN STREET PLANNING GROUP
(3rd Wednesday).”The best is yet to come.”* 501-5891 * 824-1212
Thurs Apr 16 6 pmALTRUSA CLUB
Community minded international group of women who welcome new members.(3rd Thurs)At South Ponte Vedra Assn Center, SPV Blvd.Janet Gandara.823-1101
Fri Apr 17 6 – 8 pm FISH TALES WINE TASTING
Fish Tales Market & Grill, Camachee Cove.824-0900.
Sat Apr 18 2 pmFREE SKIMBOARD LESSONS
Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano RD, 829-WAVE, Call first to register.
Come to store first.If under age 18, need adult consent waiver.Sign up for Tai Chi classes.vilanosurfhut@aol.com. Call for daily beach and surf conditions. 806-8120
Sat Apr 18 10 am – 3 pmAnnual SEA TURTLE FESTIVAL
At County Pier. Call209-3740.
Sat Apr 18 9 - 5GARDEN CLUB SHOW at Epic Flower & Garden Exp
Sun Apr 19 10 - 4At the Ag Center. Jeannine Silcox 829-3086 & 829-3295.
Mon Apr 20 9 – 10:30 amFITNESS, FOOD & MORE Weight Loss Class
At Harborview Room, Kingfish Grill.Register by April 17.Demo on tracking weight loss, food and drink samples, how to put together meals low in calories and fat.When exercise is best. How to get results.$10.SusanLRubin@comcast.net, 669-9638
Sat Apr 25 8 – 11 amTURTLE TOWN BEACH CLEAN UP
Register & get bags, gloves at Vilano Beach Ramp.Welcome
sea turtles by helping clean the beach. Choose any convenient beach you wish.Community Service certificates available for students.827-6980.669-4327.
Wed, Apr 29 3 – 5 pmFRIENDS OF A1A SCENIC BYWAY
Whitney Hall Auditorium, Marineland.425-8055, 540-0402.
Wed Apr 29 6:30 pmWINE DINNER AT THE REEF. 5 wines from
the Grateful Palate in Australia.$55.Reservations req’d. 824-8008.
Mar. 22, 2009 - Miniature Golf - March 29th at St. Augustine Beach
Come join the fun at Fiesta Falls Miniature Golf at 818 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach. Clowns, fun, prizes from 1 pm to 4 pm. Some of the proceeds will go to support Friends of A1A for the new year.
Make the stop right after visiting the St. Augustine Beach at the Pier and all of their Beach Blast off activities celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the City of St Augustine Beach.
Tickets available at the Beach Blast off events and at the Farmer's Market on Wednesday at the St. Augustine Pier. Call 904-425-8055 if you want more information.
Mar. 16, 2009 - Space Shuttle Launch - March 15, 2009
You asked for it. Personal video of the space launch from Vilano Beach, just north of the St. Augustine inlet. Obviously the people with me didn't realize I was recording! Enjoy! It was a spectacular launch. Truly one of the best ones I've seen. It is great to live in northeast Florida!
Please note that March 16th will be the last day of the Bookmobile at the Vilano Beach Pier. Stay tuned for update as the bookmobile will be at some Vilano events.
Please contact me at 904-823-0027 or via e-mail at Barbara@BarbaraJenness.com if you would like to get involved in any Vilano Beach happenings.
Mondays * 2 to 3 pm LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE at Vilano Beach Pier.
Mar 16 Note: Last bookmobile scheduled for Vilano Beach. Info: 827-6944, 827-6900, www.sjcpls.org.
Every Mon & Wed STUDY LAB & STUDENT TUTORING
* 4 to 6 pm After school help at the NSIA Community Center. Grades 1 to 12.
Hosted by the Church at Vilano, 808-8304, or Art Holden, 829-0823 to register a student for tutoring.
Every Fri & Sat Night WINE TASTING
5:30 to 7:30 pm Pawnee's Café & Fine Wines, 165 Vilano RD, 824-2455
9:30 & 10:15 am Harbor View Room at Kingfish Grill, Camachee Island
Tighten & Tone and Jazzercise. Susan Rubin, instructor, 669-9638. 2 free visits. 8 visits $40, Saturday only, $4 each. Call for exact schedule.
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Thurs * Mar 19 * 6 pm ALTRUSA CLUB
Community minded international group of women who welcome new members. (3rd Thurs) At South Ponte Vedra Assn Center, SPV Blvd. Janet Gandara. 823-1101
Sat * Mar 21 * 9 am BEACH RESTORATION MEETING
South Ponte Vedra Assn Center * (3rd Saturday) * 2724 SPV Boulevard * 824-4571, 387-0770 www.spv-vilano.com
Sat * Mar 21 * am SEA TURTLE PATROL ORIENTATION SEMINAR
GTM Reserve Education Center Auditorium. Habitat Conservation Plan review by Tara Dodson, St. Johns County, and Stranding and Salvage by Dr. Alan Foley, Florida Fish & Wildlife. Cat Eastman 687-5153, 814-2172.
Sat * Mar 21 * 3 to 5 pm SOUTH PONTE VEDRA CIVIC CENTER OPEN HOUSE
2724 South Ponte Vedra Boulevard (near Gate Station). 827-9983
Come to store first. If under age 18, need adult consent waiver. Sign up for Tai Chi classes. vilanosurfhut@aol.com. Call for daily beach and surf conditions.
Tues * Mar 24 * 6 pm COMMUNITY DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING CLASSES
New Class. At the Community Center on Meadow Avenue. For six weeks. By A1A Dog Training. 377-5238 to register.
Wed * Mar 25 * 4 pm VILANO BEACH MAIN STREET PLANNING GROUP
At Marineland. State Training for nest identification and census by Fish & Wildlife. Cat Eastman, 687-5153, c_eastman@bellsouth.net.
Sat * Apr 11 * 10 to 12 noon EASTER EGG HUNT
At the Community Center on Meadow Avenue for kids to age 12.
Prizes in different age categories. Easter snacks and crafts.
Sun * Apr 12 * 6:45 am EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE
By the Church at Vilano. Park on the beach at the Vilano Beach ramp. 808-8304.
Sun * Apr 12 * noon to 4 pm VILANO BEACH SUNDAY MARKET
Provided permitting is all in place, the first weekly outdoor afternoon market at the Pier Pavilion. Fresh vegetables, bakery & food items, home made arts and crafts. 829-3440, 540-8797
Mar. 9, 2009 - March 9th - Community Meeting on New Watering Rules for St. Johns County
March 9, 7 p.m.
NSIA FORUM -- NEW LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION REGULATIONS
Board Members of Neighborhood Associations Should Attend & Homeowners with Automatic Irrigation Systems
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue
Directions to NSIA community building: From the Usina (Vilano Bridge) travel north less than a miles to a left onto Meadow Avenue (just north of Surfside Park). The community center is located on the right (north side) of Meadow Avenue in the second block off of Coastal Highway (A1A).
New rules in the St. Johns River Water Management District will change how homeowners and commercial properties water their lawns and landscapes to save our water supply. New 2008 Statewide Fertilizer Regulations and New Stormwater Runoff Regulations that will be coming in June 2010 will also be discussed. Speakers are Joe Sewards, Multi-County Horticulture Agent, and John Kordic, Florida Landscape & Nursery, who has developed a new drip irrigation system for Turtle Shores. They will be able to answer other landscape questions as well. Joe runs the Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program ("Right Plant, Right Place") and is developing Low Impact Landscape Techniques at the Ag Center near the Wind Mitigation building.
Mar. 2, 2009 - Harvest of Hope Festival - March 6-8
Here's a press release I just received that I thought might interest you.
140 Bands in Three Days to Support Migrant Farm Workers!
HARVEST OF HOPE FESTIVAL BRINGS AMAZING BANDS AND FUN TO ST. JOHNS COUNTY
Three full days of outdoor music, art, films, carnival rides, professional skateboarding, vendors, and other fun are coming to the St. Johns County Fairgrounds beginning Friday, March 6! The Harvest of Hope Festival will feature more than 140 bands from acoustic to hard rock – all of them performing to support educational and emergency services for migrant farm workers.
Festival-goers will be blown away by the musical choices available to them Friday through Sunday at the Harvest of Hope. The lineup includes: Against Me!; The National; Propagandhi; KRS One; The Mountain Goats; GZA(GENIUS); Bad Brains; Girl Talk; The Bouncing Souls; Less Than Jake; Lucero; The Gaslight Anthem; Kool Keith (Dr. Octagon vs Dr. Dooom)ft. Kutmasta Kurt; The Night Marchers; Black Kids; Tilly & the Wall; Strike Anywhere; None More Black; Tokyo Police Club; Deerhunter; Diplo; Valient Thorr; Smoke or Fire; MURS; Grand Buffet; Ra Ra Riot; Paint it Black; Yip Yip; Summerbirds in the Cellar; HEALTH; Dave Dondero; Holywood Holt; Tim Barry; Kevin Seconds King Kahn & the Shrines; The Mae Shi; Tigercity; Harlem Shakes; Kiss Kiss; This Bike is a Pipe Bomb; Rehasher; Ruby Coast; John Vanderslice; Inspectah Deck (Wu-Tang Clan) and many more!
The St. Johns County Tourist Development Council has provided a grant to support the festival. Additional support for the unique, progressive and special work of the Harvest of Hope Foundation is being provided by No Idea Records, Southern Lovin’ Publicity of Gainesville and the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds are located approximately 7 miles west of I-95 (exit 311) on SR 207 in Elkton, Florida.
Advance tickets are $19.50 for a single day pass and $39.50 for a 3-day pass ($29.50 and $49.50 on the weekend of the festival). Tickets are available at the St. Johns County Pier and Music Matters, 196 SR 312 in St. Augustine or from www.ticketweb.com . For full details on retail ticket outlets, directions, performance schedules and more, go to www.harvestofhopefest.com.
Here are the February events for Vilano Beach sorted first by date, then followed by on-going events. See you at the beach! Please visit http://VilanoBeachFL.com for information.
Please call the phone number shown to verify any information. Let me know if you have an event you'd like posted.
February 9, 5:45 p.m.
SUNSET-MOONRISE AT TOP OF THE LIGHTHOUSE
5:45 pm Appetizers by The Reef Restaurant. Lighthouse fundraiser.
Reservations required. 829-0745. $20 members & $25 non-members.
February 9, 6:45 p.m.
WINE CLASS - Bubblies & Dessert Wines - How to Impress Your Date Without Breaking the Bank
with matching appetizers. $30. Reservations required.
The Reef Restaurant, 4100 Coastal Highway. 824-8008
February 9, 7 p.m.
NSIA FORUM - DESIGNATION AS A NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA -WHAT IT MEANS TO OUR COMMUNITY
· A National Heritage Area (NHA) is eligible for up to $10 million in federal grants which will stimulate
our economic potential through heritage tourism development. Recognized nationally as a "special
place" in America, it will help preserve our historical and cultural resources and should increase our
quality of life and the value of our property. The proposed boundaries of our NHA are the coastal
region from Ponte Vedra to Palm Coast. The County is seeking our help and your help in applying for this
designation. There will be a presentation by Mr. Robin Moore, County Historic Resource Specialist, who is
coordinating the submission of the feasibility study to Congress.
· NSIA Officers and Directors for 2009 will be proposed.
Info: 824-1212
February 10, 6:30 p.m.
FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Sea Oats Chapter
TROUBLE IN PARADISE: INVASIVE PLANT CHALLENGE
Maia McGuire, University of Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent will discuss
invasive species and how to eradicate them. Door prizes.
At the St. Augustine Beach City Hall, 2200 A1A South.
Info: 824-4423
February 11, 7 p.m.
SUNSET-FULL MOON RIVER CRUISE
Cap's On The Water Restaurant. An old fishing boat cruise down the Intracoastal
to see the City of St. Augustine. Must be over 21. Tickets are $10 on
first come basis and go on sale at 5:30 pm. Leaves Cap's dock promptly
at 7 pm. 4325 Myrtle Street off Third Street.
Info: 819-8190
February 13 & 14
SPECIAL VALENTINE'S DAY MENUS
· Pawnee's, 165 Vilano RD, 824-2455, 5:30 to 9:00
· The Reef, 4100 Coastal HWY, 824-8008, 4:30 to 10:00
Community minded international group of women who welcome new members.
(3rd Thurs) At South Ponte Vedra Association Center, 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Boulevard.
Info: Janet Gandara - 823-1101
February 19, 7 p.m.
CITIZENS AIRPORT GROUP
(3rd Thurs). Contact Rita George. 825-4832. If you are not already on the distribution list. The date and location may be changed for February, so please check.
February 21, 9 a.m.
BEACH RESTORATION MEETING
South Ponte Vedra Association Center 2724 S. Ponte Vedra Boulevard, www.spv-vilano.com. Meets the 3rd Saturday of every month. Special Note: At this meeting their engineering contractor will present the results of the Feasibility Study.
Info: 824-4571 or 387-0770
March 9, 7 p.m.
NSIA FORUM -- NEW LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION REGULATIONS
Board Members of Neighborhood Associations Should Attend & Homeowners with Automatic Irrigation Systems
At the North Shores Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue
New rules in the St. Johns River Water Management District will change how homeowners and commercial properties water their lawns and landscapes to save our water supply. New 2008 Statewide Fertilizer Regulations and New Stormwater Runoff Regulations that will be coming in June 2010 will also be discussed. Speakers are Joe Sewards, Multi-County Horticulture Agent, and John Kordic, Florida Landscape & Nursery, who has developed a new drip irrigation system for Turtle Shores. They will be able to answer other landscape questions as well. Joe runs the Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program ("Right Plant, Right Place") and is developing Low Impact Landscape Techniques at the Ag Center near the Wind Mitigation building.
Info: 824-1212
On-going
LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
When: February 2, March 2 (every other Monday, but Feb. 16th), 2-3 p.m.
Let's talk waterfront-ocean, river, Intracoastal in Northeast Florida, A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal National Scenic Byway, beach renourishment and Vilano Beach Town Center news.
We are a small town, with so much culture (art, music and dance) and great restaurants with fresh seafood. The recreational activities are overwhelming: great fishing and boating, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, sailing, parasailing, wind surfing, the beach, etc. plus parks, golf, tennis, hiking, biking and many attractions (Alligator Farm, The Lighthouse, Ripley's Believe it or Not, Castillo de San Marco & Ft. Matanzas to name just a few), Flagler College with original Tiffany windows, Lightner Museum, grand old churches, historic St. George Street, the list goes on and on. And one of the nation's Scenic Byways, A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway runs along our coast and through St. Augustine and St. Augustine Beach. Enjoy nature throughout the area, in the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and our many parks. Watch endangered Right Whales and sea turtles. Explore the nation's oldest city including oldest school house and house.
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