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Archives for September 14, 2007

The Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Amelia-Island-Jazz-FestivalIf you like hot jazz music, Fernandina Beach, Florida, is the place to be October 7 – 14, when the 2007 corinnaLes DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival takes place. Mark your calenars, and let all your friends know, because you don’t want to miss this popular event. To find out more visit the Amelia Island Jazz Festival  website for each day’s events and ticket prices.

Amelia Park Bandstand, Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach.
904.504.4772
Admission: Free
Sunday, October 7 – Sunday October 14, 2007 – 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com

Skidaway Marine Science Day – Savannah, Georgia

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skidaway marine science day

Adults and children alike will have the opportunity to be marine scientists for a day at the Skidaway Marine Science Day on Saturday, October 13. Visitors will learn about new scientific discoveries, peer behind huge aquarium tanks and explore a real research ship between noon and 5 p.m. on the Skidaway Marine Science Campus at the north end of Skidaway Island.

The campus-wide open house event is open to the public and admission is free.

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Rock Shrimp Festival – St. Marys Georgia

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Visit historic downtown St. Marys for the Annual Rock Shrimp Festival with lots of fun for the whole family. The festival includes 5k/10k races, parade, entertainment, street dance, food concessions, arts and crafts booths and of course delicious rock shrimp dinners. 912.882.4000

Fall Home and Patio Show – Jacksonville, Florida

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jacksonville-home-and-patioAre you considering a home improvement project this fall and need ideas and inspiration? links jeepbabe101 This show is a great starting point. Here you can get ideas, find new products and get practical advice. Fall Home and Patio Show offers a broad selection of home improvement related businesses from designer rooms to special guest speakers. Meet the professionals, take a look at the products you need and make your next remodeling, renovation, landscaping or decorating project a breeze!Click here to read more about the Fall Home and Patio Show

Thursday – Sunday, October 4-7, 2008
Prime Osborn Convention Center, 1000 Water St. Downtown Jacksonville
904-630-4010
Standard Adult Admission: $9; Children 6-12: $5; Seniors 62+ (Thursday Only): $5; Children 5 & Under: FREE!
Thursday & Friday Noon – 9pm; Saturday 10am – 9pm; Sunday 11am – 6pm

Visit the Fall Home and Patio Show website for more info.