Coastal Companion

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Archives for September 2007

Chalk on the Walk – Beaufort, S.C.

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This is a street painting competition with $3,000 in prizes. Chalk on the Walk takes place on Saturday, Oct. 13th from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Come watch art being created. There’s will be lots of fun for the whole family with live music, food and drinks and to top it all off – it’s the first and only time you get the chance to see the whole gang of 31 mermaids in one spot.

For more information visit the website www.beaufortcountyarts.org or call 843-379-ARTS

New Weekend Event Features America’s Oldest City’s Art, Antiques and Architecture – St. Augustine, Fla.

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uptown-saturdayArt, antiques and architecture will be combined to create irresistible weekend getaway opportunities in St. Augustine Florida, America’s oldest city.

More than 30 of St. Augustine’s best art galleries are participating in an expanded version of the art communities First Friday Art Walk. Participating galleries will have extended hours on both Friday and Saturday nights with lively street music, hospitality, and new works by Florida artists.

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Latest Red Tide Status in Florida Report by Phone

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Florida residents and visitors can now call a toll-free number to hear the current red tide status report. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) established the new red tide status line earlier this year to provide the public an easy way to obtain the most up-to-date red tide status information in Florida.

Beachgoers, waterfront residents, and boaters alike can call 1-866-300-9399 at anytime, from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording detailing red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers located outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448 to hear the recording.

FWRI updates the recording each Friday by 5 p.m. after sampling efforts for the week have been completed and analyzed. The status line is not the only way beachgoers can make sure red tide doesn’t prevent them from having fun in the sun. Web users can log on to http://research.MyFWC.com to find the latest red tide status reports, which describe red tide severity and location, as well as learn more about red tide and the research conducted by FWRI.

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Bead Mercantile Show – Jacksonville, Florida

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Jacksonville Mercantile Bead ShowHere you find everything from Japanese Seed Beads, Swarovski Crystal, Lampwork beads and supplies, Dichroic Pendants, Delicas, Pearls, Silver from all around the world (Bali, India, Thai), Gemstone strands, Vintage beads, handmade jewelry, charms, Czech glass, beading & wire working tools, hand cast pewter beads, bead kits, and everything else needed for all your beading desires! for more information visit the bead show website.

Ramada Inn Mandarin, 3130 Hartley Rd,Jacksonville,FL 32257
(I-295 & San Jose Blvd)
October 13th-14th
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm