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Santa will arrive to downtown historic St Marys where it will be time for the lighting of the Christmas tree to announce the beginning of the holiday season.
Scout on a scooter during this fun scavenger hunt and scooter ride through St. Augustine. Bring your own scooter or you can rent one to take part in all the fun. Participants will receive a list of riddles that must be solved by visiting more than 40 area restaurants and businesses where they receive a [...]
Take the National Park Service’s ferry on Saturday, Nov. 3, to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort Matanzas – the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine. From 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at the fort.
Fort Matanzas National [...]
John Sayles Honored on Oct. 29 Followed by Screening of the Movie “Honeydripper”
SAVANNAH, Ga. — The 10th annual Savannah Film Festival, hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design and sponsored by Memorial Health, the Savannah Morning News, the City of Savannah and The Talking Phone Book, presented John Sayles with a Lifetime [...]
This monthly youth program includes studio art workshops (available by advance reservation, 790-8823 or stifelt@telfair.org). Telfair’s Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St.
Annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Carolers, Mayor Bryan Thompson reading “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” 5:30pm. Machen Square, Downtown Brunswick Historic Brunswick Business Association. 554-1900, www.downtownbrunswickga.com.
Rockabilly Hall of Famer Rusty Evans and his band Ring of Fire have been burning up stages across the country with this rollicking tribute to country music icon Johnny Cash. With a voice of rolling thunder and a spirit like gentle rain, Rusty Evans delivers the irresistible Johnny Cash signature sound in world-famous songs [...]
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – Time will stand still this November at the Spa at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. The resort’s award-winning spa boutique will host a series of free open houses to showcase youth-enhancing products.
From serums to correct the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and aging to gels and boosters to [...]
Martin Luther King, Jr. Arena
November 3, 2007
7:00 p.m.
The shops in Downtown St Marys are open late to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season.
Call 912.882.4000 for more information.
“Plan 9 from Outer Space,” 7 p.m. Tuesday, Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Brunswick. Presented by Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association, Comcast and Turner Classic Movies. Admission: $5. Call 912-262-6934.
Rev up your weekend Friday, Nov. 2 – Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007 at the 6th Annual St. Augustine Cruisers’ Car and Truck Show at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. Not only can you see all years, makes and models of vehicles, there will be live entertainment, games, music, food and more. Vehicle registration starts at [...]
Celebrate St. Augustine’s rich African-American cultural heritage at the 27th annual Lincolnville Festival. One of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, more than half of Lincolnville’s buildings date from the late 19th century. Funds raised from the festival will be used for exhibits at the Fort Mose Museum. The festival kicks-off on Friday with live R&B music, [...]
During November and December, James Island County Park will close to
all incoming visitors at 4:30pm. Guests must exit the park by 5pm.
Normal sunrise-to-sunset privileges are not available to Pass holders
at James Island County Park in November and December so staff may
prepare for the Holiday Festival of Lights.
All parks and
facilities (except the Campground & Holiday [...]
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a parade to get into the spirit. When it’s Christmas on Tybee it’s also time for The Tybee Island Christmas Parade . The parade features a variety of colorful and creative floats from Tybee businesses and residents. Visit www.tybeefest.com for more information.
Visit downtown Brunswick for a traditional street fair. Art, antiques, crafts, food, entertainment. Sat 10am-5pm, Sun Noon-5pm. Newcastle St., Brunswick Historic Brunswick Business Association. 554-1900, www.downtownbrunswickga.com.
Arts and crafts festival Featuring unique and original art from more than 30 artists. On the main street of Tybee, in Memorial Park from 10:00 to 5:00. Rain or shine. Sponsored by Mary Ingalls 912-655-9812 and Douglas Jones 912-713-8647. Artists and food vendors welcome.
November 10th to 11th, 2007
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
or visit the website [...]
LITTLE ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA — The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island has been voted number one in the United States in the Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards for 2007. Little St. Simons Island took top honors in the Mainland U.S. Resorts category and ranked number 22 in the world in the Best [...]
Bob Chabot, Director of Horticulture & Facilities at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, will discuss the master plan for the Zoo’s Gardens, the conceptual ideas for the Asian Gardens, and the many types of plants that are used.
$15 for Zoo members; $20 for non-members. Reservation required on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Click here for registration form. [...]
Join the Museum of Science and History and the City of Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board for this free-admission day that will teach visitors about the importance of keeping the City’s air clean. “Clean Air Day” will start at 10 a.m. and will end at 4 p.m.
Clay County Fair Grounds, Sponsored by NFAHC Nov 3 2007 – 7:00am- 8:00pm
Visit the website for more information.
Join one of St. Augustine’s most popular cultural events Friday, Nov. 2, 2007 from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at over 20 participating galleries. Tours begin at Rembrandtz Fine Gifts for Fun People, 131 King Street. St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and Old Town Trolleys offer attendees a [...]
Ring in the season with a holiday parade presented by the Southside Neighborhood Association. The parade starts at 6 p.m. All entries must feature lighting. For more information, call (904) 261-3248.
Charleston, SC — For the fifteenth consecutive year, readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine honored Charleston as a Top 10 travel destination in the U.S. Charleston was honored with a # 3 slot. Only San Francisco and New York City ranked higher. Last year, Charleston ranked # 5 in the poll.
According to [...]
