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Events for the week of 12/30/2012
| Historic Tours of Flagler College |
Date: 9/9 - 12/31
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Take a tour of Flagler College while visiting St Augustine that highlights the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon. Built by millionaire developer, Henry Flagler, in 1888, the hotel is considered one of the finest examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture and houses the largest collection of in use Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows. Located at 74 King Street, St Augustine, Florida tours depart from the Rotunda at the top of each hour between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $1.00 for children, and free to St. Johns County Residents
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| Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Castillo De San Marcos |
Date: 9/9 - 01/27/2013
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Rangers and Garrison volunteers will demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the colonial Spanish soldier of 1740s St. Augustine. Historic weapons demonstrations will be presented every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:30, 11:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 3:30. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability.
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| St Augustine's Annual Nights of Lights Celebration |
Date: 11/17 - 01/31/2013
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Come see beautiful downtown St. Augustine all dressed up in her holiday finest as millions of tiny white lights illuminate trees, the City Square, buildings and businesses. The actual Light Up Night is Sat., 11-17, at 6:30PM in the Plaza de la Constitucion, downtown St. Augustine.
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| The Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley Presented by Old Town Trolley Tours of St Augustine |
Date: 11/18 - 01/01/2013
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Take a Ride on the Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley and view St Augustine's Nights of Lights with complimentary 3D glasses. Enjoy Christmas Caroling, free hot cider, homeade cookies, and a visit with Santa! Tours begin the day after the lights are turned on in St Augustine – Sunday, November the 18thand resume each evening (including Christmas) from 6-8pm until New Year’s Night. The cost is only 9.00 for adults and 4.00 for children. Tours depart from the Visitor’s Information Center at 10 West Castillo Drive. Free parking and shuttle are available from the following locations.
Old Jail – 167 San Marco Avenue
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 27 San Marco
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 1700 North Ponce de Leon Blvd
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center – 2800 North Ponce de Leon Blvd
Tickets can also be purchased at any of these locations.
Photo Credits - Ancient City Tours and Simply St Augustine
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| St. Augustine's Version of Winter in Florida |
Date: 11/23 - 01/06/2013
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Winter Wonderland returns to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre for the sixth year in a row, opening on Fri., 11-24-12, thru Sun., 1-6-13. Enjoy ice skating, an ice chute with the dare-devil's start as well as a safer entry point, mini-cars on a challenging race tract, as well as all the other winter experiences (s'mores and more, nightly snow-falls, etc.)
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| Candelight Tours of the Villa Zorayda |
Date: 12/1 - 12/30
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Explore the beautiful Villa Zorayda, decorated for te Holiday season. Reservations are suggested. Call 904-829-9887 for appropriate times and further infomation.
Dates are: December 1, 3, 5, 11, 15, 21, 22, 27, 29,and 30th
Be sure to click on the website to view a fabulous video tour of the museum decorated for the holidays. Amazing!
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| Old Town Art and Craft Show |
Date: 12/28 - 12/30
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Juried show featuring top-notch artists and craftsmen from throughout northeast Florida and the U.S. Features unique original handmade art and fine crafts from funky potter to elegant paintings, exquisite jewelry to stunning sculpture. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at Francis Field, 25 W. Castillo Drive in St. Augustine. Admission is free! (904) 794-0084 www.OldTownArtShow.com
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| Monday & Friday Lost Ships Tour at the St. Augustine Lighthouse |
Date: 1/2 - 12/20
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Mondays and Fridays
This exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour includes a multi-media presentation with one of the Lighthouse's marine archaeologists. Tour participants visit areas of the Historic Light Station that are off-limits for general admission visitors. Participants will also see recovered artifacts that are undergoing tedious cleaning and stabilization procedures undertaken by conservators. Free time will be available to see museum exhibits in the historic Keeper's House and to also climb the 165' lighthouse. The lighthouse is located at 81 Lighthouse Avenue in St. Augustine. Advance reservations are required. Tickets are $24 and may be purchased at www.StAugustineLighthouse.org or call 904-829-0745.
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| First Wednesdays Lightner Museum Tours |
Date: 1/2 - 12/04
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Lightner Museum curator provides an exclusive encounter with some of the museum's eclectic relics. The themed interactive tours are changed monthly and are designed to give participants an opportunity to talk with the curator and to see acquisitions in operation rather than just as static displays. Tours begin at 10 a.m. on the second floor of the museum located at 75 King Street in St. Augustine just walking distance from the Agustin Inn Bed and Breakfast. The tour is included in the regular admission price of $10 adults; active duty military $6; $5 college students and young people ages 12-18; free for under 12. Donations welcomed. Info: 904-824-2874; www.lightnermuseum.org
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