Events in St. Augustine, Florida this weekend, August 28-30, 2009.

Another beautiful weekend is on tap for St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra, Florida.

Weather.com weekend forecast shows scattered thunderstorms which are typical for this time of year during the afternoon with temperatures from the low 70s to the mid-80s.

On Friday, August 28th, O.A.R. is in concert at the St. Augustine Amphitheater.

OR...

Attend the Grand Opening of the Heather Blanton exhibit at The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra on Friday. Ruth's Chris will be catering the wine & appetizer opening reception starting at 6:30 p.m.  Blanton uses photographic images to show the ever-changing face of the Florida landscape.

Friday and Saturday, Black Raven Adventure Cruise for adults only is a sing-a-long pirate cruise. Cruise departs at 8:15 p.m. and returns at 10 p.m.

On Saturday, August 29th it's Uptown Saturday Night, a favorite end-of the-month event from 5 - 9 p.m. in the San Marco Shopping Distric. Appetizers are provided by the Saint Augustine Independent Restaurant Association (SAiRA). Free parking at the Mission of Nombre de Dios.

More details on all of the above events can be found here.

Vilano Beach Events - June and July (edit/delete)

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.

Every Monday  & Wednesday,  4 to 6 pm

STUDY LAB & STUDENT TUTORING

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 2^nd 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 *  (3^rd 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.  (3^rd Wednesday).  "The best is yet to come."  * 501-5891 * 824-1212

Thursday  May 21,  7 pm

CITIZENS AIRPORT GROUP

(3^rd 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.  (3^rd 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

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

                                                                Friday $10, 6 wines.  Saturday $ 7, 4 wines. Case discounts.

Most Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat *                                FUN FITNESS CLASSES

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.  (3^rd 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 *  (3^rd 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

Sat * Mar 21 * 2 pm                          FREE SKIMBOARD LESSONS

                                                                Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano RD, 829-WAVE, 806-8120

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 the Hampton Inn Oceanside on Vilano Road

Design * Economic Restructuring * Organization * Promotion.

Note: This month will be on the 4^th Wednesday.  "The best is yet to come."  * 501-5891 * 824-1212

Tues * Mar 31 * 4:30 to 7:30 pm                LADIES NIGHT OUT AT THE REEF RESTAURANT

4100 Coastal Hwy.  Vendors of goodies, glass of wine or soda.  Auction with fun money.  824-8008.

Tues * Apr 7 * 10 to 1 pm                  SEA TURTLE PATROL ORIENTATION SEMINAR

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

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

February 14, 2p.m.

FREE SKIMBOARD LESSONS

Vilano Surf Hut, 120 Vilano RD, 829-WAVE, 806-8120

Come to store first. If under age 18, need adult consent waiver.

Sign up for Tai Chi classes. mailto:vilanosurfhut@aol.com. End of season clearance sale!

February 15, 6 p.m.

COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP DINNER

Church at Vilano at the Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue.

Pot Luck Dinner. Bring a dish to share.

Info: 808-8304

February 18, 4-6 p.m.

VILANO BEACH MAIN STREET PLANNING GROUP

At the Hampton Inn Oceanside on Vilano Road

Design * Economic Restructuring * Organization * Promotion.

Meets every 3rd Wednesday.

Info:  501-5891 or 824-1212

February 19, 6 p.m.

ALTRUSA CLUB

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

(3^rd 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. 16^th), 2-3 p.m.

   Where: Vilano Beach Pier

   Info: 827-6944, 827-6900, http://www.sjcpls.org/

STUDY LAB & STUDENT TUTORING (grades 1 - 12)

   When:  Every Monday and Wednesday, 4-6 p.m.

   Where: North Shores Improvement Association (NSIA) Community Center, 120 Meadow Avenue

   Info: Hosted by the Church at Vilano, 808-8304, or Art Holden, 829-0823 to register a student for tutoring.

WINE TASTING

   When:  Every Friday and Saturday Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

   Where: Pawnee's Café & Fine Wines, 165 Vilano RD,

   Info: Friday $10, 6 wines. Saturday $ 7, 4 wines. Case discounts, 823-2455

FUN FITNESS CLASSES

   When:  Most Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.

   Where: Harbor View Room at Kingfish Grill, Camachee Island

   Info:  Tighten & Tone and Jazzercise. Susan Rubin, instructor, 669-9638.

            2 free visits. 8 visits $40, Saturday only, $4 each. Call for exact schedule.