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This Week in St. Augustine & Ponte Vedra

St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, Concerts, Theatre, Tours, Farmer's Markets, Family Fun, Week of February 8

February 8, 2016 

 

Monday – Saturday, February 8 – 13
 
Krysten Cunningham Exhibit at Crisp Ellert Art Museum
LA-based artist Krysten Cunningham’s art explores woven textiles as a sculptural subject. This new exhibit, titled “Layout,” probes the relationship between text and textile and includes sets of over-sized industrial fabricated bookends paired with hand-woven textiles. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free.48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine. 904-826-8530 www.flagler.edu/news-events/crisp-ellert-art-museum/upcoming-exhibitions
Tuesday, February 9
Villa Zorayda Behind the Scenes Audio Guide Tours
Every Tuesday morning at 9 and 9:30 a.m. experience a special docent “Behind the Scenes” and self-guided audio tour of St. Augustine’s Villa Zorayda. Participants get to visit rarely seen areas of the museum and learn about both the past and future of Villa Zorayda. Highlight of the tour is the never-before-seen “Tower of the Princesses” located on the third floor. Reservations are suggested. Adult admission is $19.95; children ages 8-12, $9; (not recommended for children under age 7). St. Johns County residents receive a $5 discount. 83 King St., St. Augustine. 904-829-9887 www.villazorayda.com
Flagler College Lecture: “Myth Busters: The Online Takeover of Education”
Flagler College’s Dr. Jessica Howell, assistant professor of history and the director of online learning, discusses the rising trend of universities offering online courses in her lecture titled “Myth Busters: The Online Takeover of Education.” Part of Flagler’s Community Lecture Series, the lecture begins at 10 a.m. in the college’s Solarium in Ponce Hall. The one-hour lecture is followed by a coffee and pastry reception. Admission is $5 per person. 74 King St., St. Augustine. 904-826-8617 www.flagler.edu/news-events/community-events/lectures
Yonder Mountain String Band at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Bluegrass ensemble Yonder Mountain String Band and special guests Trout Steak Revival perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. For nearly 17 years, Yonder Mountain String Band has redefined bluegrass music, expanding the traditional acoustic genre beyond its previously established boundaries by pushing the envelope into the realms of rock n’ roll and improvisation. Tickets for this standing-room-only concert at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) are $32 day of show and $27 in advance. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Tuesday – Saturday, February 9 – 13
 
Stephen D. Anderson Artwork at Limelight Theatre
Visually-impaired artist Stephen D. Anderson exhibits his rendering of St. Augustine’s architectural heritage with unique perspective and vibrant, brilliant, unexpected color at the Matuza Main Stage area inside Limelight Theatre.  His works may be viewed from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 2 – 5 p.m. Saturday. Show-goers also can view his works during performances of “The Grapes of Wrath. 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. 904-825-1164 www.limelight-theatre.org
Tuesday – Sunday, February 9 – 14
 
Poetry of the Body: Figures and Faces Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association
The St. Augustine Art Association presents its annual figurative exhibit “Poetry of the Body.” This juried show highlights interpretations of the human form rendered in any style or media to lend personality to this expressive exhibit. Admission is free. Gallery hours are noon – 4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; 2 – 5 p.m. Sundays. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org
Wednesday, February 10
Flagler College Lecture: “Planning for Resilience to Sea Level Rise in the Matanzas Basin”

As part of the Ideas and Images lecture series, Dr. Kathryn Frank, assistant professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Florida, discusses “Planning for Resilience to Sea Level Rise in the Matanzas Basin.” The lecture begins at 7 p.m. at the Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College. Admission is free. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-819-6400 www.flagler.edu/news-events/community-events/lectures

Thursday, February 11
 
Flagler College Forum: Connecting the Dots in Tom’s River and Beyond
Author Dan Fagin discusses his 2014 Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “Tom’s River: A Story of Science and Salvation.” For 15 years, Fagin was the environmental writer for Newsday and has received nearly every major American award for environmental journalism. The lecture begins at 7 p.m. at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College. Admission is free. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-819-6400 www.flagler.edu/news-events/community-events/lectures/forum/
Robert Randolph and The Family Band at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Virtuoso pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph and The Family Band perform at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. A member of Rolling Stone magazine’s “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time,” Randolph has attracted the attention of such guitar giants as Eric Clapton and Carlos Santana, both of whom have collaborated with him on stage. His new album, Lickety Split, has been praised for its joy, freedom and energy. Tickets are $35 each, standing room only.1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Thursday – Saturday, February 11 – 13
 
Hal Higdon: The Running Life Artist Exhibition
The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach hosts “This Running Life,” a solo exhibition with works by artist member Hal Higdon. The exhibition is held at the Cultural Center Annex Gallery located at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Admission is free. Open Thursday – Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed daily from 1 – 2 p.m. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Thursday – Sunday, February 11 – 14
The Grapes of Wrath at Limelight Theatre
Enjoy this production of John Steinbeck’s family classic The Grapes of Wrath. Desperately proud, but reduced to poverty by the loss of their farm, the Joads pile their few possessions on a battered old truck and head west for California, hoping to find work and a better life. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday – Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $26; $24 seniors; $20 student and military. 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. 904-825-1164 www.limelight-theatre.org
Friday, February 12
Never Fight A Shark In Water: The Wrongful Conviction of Gregory Bright at Flagler College 
This one-man documentary stage play is based entirely on the words and recollections of Gregory Bright, who spent 27½ years in prison for a murder he did not commit. The play, written by Lara Naughton and performed by Bright himself, tells the remarkable story of Bright’s wrongful conviction and exoneration. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; play begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Flagler College Ringhaver Student Center, 50 Sevilla Street, St. Augustine.
904-501-3561 www.compassionatestaugustine.org
Marty Stuart at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Five-time Grammy award-winning country artist Marty Stuart and The Fabulous Superlatives perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. For more than 40 years, Stuart has been building a rich legacy of country, gospel, R&B and rock’n roll. The show starts at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.). Tickets are $54 first 9 rows; $48 all remaining rows. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Friday – Sunday, February 12 – 14
26.2 With Donna: The National Marathon to Fight Breast Cancer
The only marathon in the world that devotes 100 percent of net race proceeds to breast cancer research, Donna Deegan’s famous National Marathon to Fight Breast Cancer on Saturday will start from 200 ATP Tour Blvd. in Ponte Vedra Beach. The full marathon and half marathon on Sunday and the Saturday family fun run all begin from the same location. The route winds through four beautiful beach communities on historic coastal A1A, over the Intracoastal Waterway Bridge (just once!) on Butler Blvd., and finishes at Mayo Clinic. Registration at the expo includes $135 marathon; $110 half marathon; $40 5K; $10 family fun run.
904-355-PINK (7465) www.breastcancermarathon.com
Deadpool at the IMAX Theater
The IMAX at World Golf Village presents Deadpool based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, telling the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson. Adults $13, seniors/students/military $12, and children 3-12 $10. Visit the website for show times. One World Golf Pl., St. Augustine. 904-940-4123 www.worldgolfIMAX.com
Special Valentine’s Weekend Vittles and Vino VIP Carriage Tour
Enjoy a very special three-hour food and wine tasting extravaganza via horse-drawn carriage tour complete with champagne and flowers! Wow your sweetheart as you step aboard an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage while you taste and sip your way through St. Augustine’s historic district enjoying award-winning restaurants, boutique wines and inspiring scenery. The tour departs from the Tasting Tours office at 1 p.m. and includes a VIP boarding, champagne toasts, fresh flowers, three hours of food and wine at four to five food and/or wine tastings venues, wine to enjoy on the carriage ride, and an informative guided tour. Tickets are $139 per person and advanced reservations are required. 59 Cuna St., St. Augustine. 904-325-3911 www.thetastingtours.com
Friday – Monday, February 12 – 15
National Parks 3D, An IMAX Documentary
National Parks Adventure 3D takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into America’s awe-inspiring great outdoors. Join world-class mountaineer Conrad Anker, adventure photographer Max Lowe, and artist Rachel Pohl as they bike, hike and climb their way across America’s most pristine parks, revealing a tapestry of natural wonders that will inspire the adventurer in us all. Adults $13, seniors/students/military $12, and children 3-12 $10. Visit the website for show times. One World Golf Pl., St. Augustine. 904-940-4123 www.worldgolfIMAX.com
Saturday, February 13
GTM Reserve Guided Trail Hike  
Join GTM Research Reserve volunteers from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. for a 1.5 mile guided walk through the Guana Trail. After the walk, visit the GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center. There is a $3 parking fee. 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach.
904-823-4500 www.gtmnerr.org
Flight to Freedom at Fort Mose    
Flight to Freedom recreates the 17th century experience of the hundreds of slaves who traveled to Fort Mose in search of freedom. Event attendees will enjoy the guided Flight to Freedom Trail, lined with several re-enactors portraying the various characters who would have impacted a freedom seeker’s journey to Spanish Florida. The event is free, however, there is a $2 charge to view the museum. 15 Fort Mose Trail, St. Augustine.  904-823-2232  www.floridastateparks.org/fortmose

Free St. Augustine Pet Walk Pup Crawl
Explore the timeless streets of St. Augustine and hear tales of the city’s rich history while touring with your beloved pets. This free, one-hour guided walking tour covers several square blocks of the downtown plaza area. All pets must be leashed and all city pet ordinances followed. This is a great way to share quality time with “man’s best friend” and explore the nation’s oldest city. Tour departs at 10 a.m. from Tour St. Augustine office. Reservations required. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.staugcitywalks.com
 
6th Annual Hot N’ Spicy Festival
The Florida Agricultural Museum hosts its 5th Annual Hot Foods N’ Spicy Blues Festival from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with live music, trolley rides, farm tours, food and fun zone opening at noon. Admission is $5 per person with proceeds supporting museum programs and Feed Flagler. Closed-toe walking shoes are recommended for event visitors. 7900 Old Kings Rd. N, Palm Coast. 386-446-7630 www.myagmuseum.com
VIP All Things Chocolate Tasting Tour
Experience an indulgent walking tour of St. Augustine’s historic district for Valentine’s month and experience the most unique chocolate selections that the oldest city has to offer. Led by a licensed, professional guide, the tour explores delicious chocolate in all forms including wine, sauces, toppings, dips, desserts and much more at culinary venues and “foodie” hot spots. This two-hour tour departs at 1 p.m. from the Tour Saint Augustine office. $79 per person, reservations required. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.tourstaug.com
Free Black Heritage & Civil Rights Walking Tour
In observance of Black History Month, walk with a licensed, professional tour guide to locations in St. Augustine that were significant in the city’s Civil Rights Movement. Hear stories of the struggle for civil rights while walking in the footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Andrew Young. This free, 1.5-hour tour departs at 4 p.m. from the Tour St. Augustine office. Reservations required. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.staugustineblackheritagetours.com
Jimmy B. aka “The Singing Sailor” At The Corozan Cinema & Cafe
“Jimmy B.” aka “The Singing Sailor” will perform live at 7 p.m. at Corazon Cinema and Café. He will be singing all the legendary hits of Sinatra and the “Rat Pack”. Tickets are $25 per person and include decadent desserts and a glass of champagne or wine. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. 36 Granada St. St. Augustine 904-679-5736 www.corazoncinemaandcafe.com
Valentine’s Weekend Romantic Pub Crawl
This special tour by St. Augustine Historic Walking Tours is a fun way to explore history and libations on Valentine’s weekend as you walk along the romantic streets of the oldest city. A pint of craft or premium beer, glass of wine or sangria is yours at each of four stops. Drinks and tips to the servers are included in the price. Visit the website and select Historic Pub Crawl to reserve your place on the tour 5 – 7 p.m. Cost is $44 per person. Call or text for Florida Resident Discount code. http://www.StAugustineHistoricTours.com  904-392-7137
EMMA Concert Performance: Hollywood Concert Orchestra
EMMA Concert Association presents the widely popular Hollywood Concert Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. at Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. The Orchestra, an ensemble of America’s finest musicians, has become one of the premier ensembles in the world. With its unique presentation of the latest television, movie and Broadway themes written and arranged especially for the orchestra, the Hollywood Concert Orchestra is known as “the Orchestra of the Stars,” featuring the best and brightest guest artists and soloists in lively and entertaining performances. Tickets are $40 ($5 for students) and may be purchased in advance on the website. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-797-2800 www.emmaconcerts.com
British R&B Soul Group The James Hunter Six at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Two-time Grammy nominee James Hunter and his band perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Performing in near obscurity in his native England, Hunter was discovered by Van Morrison in the early 90’s. In 2006, he released his first album in the United States, “People Gonna Talk,” which was nominated for a Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album. Both it and his next album, “The Hard Way,” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. Tickets for this 8 p.m. concert (doors open at 7 p.m.), are $45 for the first six rows; $35 for remaining seats. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
Saturday & Sunday, February 13 & 14
Valentine’s Day Sails on The Schooner Freedom
St. Augustine’s premier tall ship, the Schooner Freedom, sails on a romantic cruise through the calm waters of Matanzas Bay. These memorable two-hour sailing excursions are at 12:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Tickets are $40 for adults and $30 for kids (age 16 and under). The special Sunset Sail is from 5:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. and costs $50 per person. All cruises depart from the City Marina. Pack along a basket of hors d’oeuvres, delectable desserts, sip on one of our complimentary beverages, and cuddle up under a blanket while enjoying the tranquility of the wind in the sails and the beauty of downtown St. Augustine. 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine. 904-810-1010 www.schoonerfreedom.com
Saturday – Monday, February 13 – 15 
President’s Day Weekend at World Golf Hall of Fame
Enjoy learning about Hall of Fame Presidents George H.W. Bush and Dwight D. Eisenhower and take a special scavenger hunt that enters participants in a chance to win a Hall of Fame package. The museum is open Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday noon – 6 p.m. Admission is adults $19.50; seniors, military and Florida residents $18.50; students $10; children (ages-5 – 12) $5; age 4 and under free. 1 World Golf Pl., St. Augustine. 904-940-4123 www.worldgolfhalloffame.org
Sunday, February 14
VIP Valentine’s Day Sunset Stroll
Kick off a romantic evening with an historic walking tour as the sun sets over the Nation’s oldest city. A licensed, professional guide makes history come alive on the 1.5-hour saunter through the narrow brick streets of St. Augustine. Experience the romance of St. Augustine and see why it is one of the Nation’s most popular wedding destinations. Plus, join your guide for a glass of wine accompanied by chocolates. Tour departs at 4 p.m. from the Tour St. Augustine office. Tickets are $19 per person. Reservations required. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.tourstaug.com
Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam, a sight and sound retrospective of Traffic, performs at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Dave Mason, a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of Traffic, presents an evening of music that retraces the earliest days of his career with Traffic and the works that launched his successful solo career. Tickets for this all-seated show are $59 first 9 rows; $49 all remaining rows.1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com
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