On the Fourth of July I headed out to Fernandina Beach for the Stars and Stripes Freedom Festival. I really enjoyed myself, even though I had a pretty close encounter with the pirates in the parade.
Take a look at my video!
Summer Jazz Series at Sea Walk Pavilion – Jacksonville, Florida
The 2nd concert of the Jacksonville Beach Summer Jazz Series is scheduled for Sunday, July 12 starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Sea Walk Pavilion. Headlining is Eric Darius, nationally renowned Tampa based jazz saxophonist, at 7:30 p.m. The Toronto electro jazz group, Four 80 East, with special guest Shilts, Paul Weimar, from London and a former member of Down-to-the-Bone, performs at 6.00 pm. The local favorite C1Jazz will kick things off at 5 p.m.
The next Summer Jazz concert is scheduled for August 9.
These concerts are free. Just bring your blanket or lawn chair and all your friends and plan for an cool, relaxing evening under the stars.
Living History Event at Horton House – Jekyll Island, GA
On Saturday July 11th, colonial history comes alive at the Horton House on Jekyll Island. At this historic site you’ll be able to hear re-enactors tell the story of the 1742 Spanish attack on Horton House following the Battle of Bloody Marsh.
You can also sample Major William Horton’s ginger ‘ale’ or root ‘beer’ in honor of Georgia’s first brewery, which was located at this spot.
There will be drills and demonstration, and colonial games on the lawn.
The Living History Event at Horton House is co-sponsored by Fort Frederica National Monument and the Jekyll Island Museum.
Presentation by colonial re-enactors will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2009, 2:00 pm on the grounds of the Horton House Historic Site. Admission is free.
For more information, call or visit the Jekyll Island Museum, 912-635-4036.
Uptown Saturday Nights in St Augustine, Florida
St. Augustine is popular with art lovers and antique shoppers during the Uptown Saturday Night weekends.
Every month antique dealers and art galleries in the Old City’s San Marco District present an event called Uptown Saturday Night. This is event comes with a festive party atmosphere combined with hospitality and special deals. The event takes place on the last Saturday of each month. San Marco Avenue comes to life with lively street music and here you can find antiques, rare books – even authentic Spanish treasure. There’s always something going on – from book stores provide reading and book signings by authors to art galleries features some the best Florida artists. You also get an opportunity to mingle with artists, authors and art lovers. Many participating shops also serve wine and refreshments.
Visit our calendar for more information about Uptown Saturday Nights in St Augustine, Florida
Wine Stroll at Middleton Place All Summer – Charleston, SC
How about spending a relaxing Wednesday evening at one of Charleston’s most beautiful gardens? Now you can enjoy a leisurely walk through America’s oldest landscaped gardens while sampling a variety of summer wines at Middleton Place. Each Wednesday, Middleton Place will host the wine tasting in a different garden location.
Wine tasting in the Gardens of Middleton Place takes place on Wednesdays from from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 per person.
Summer Wine Strolls every Wednesday through September.
Wine strollers can also make a complete evening by including a dinner at the Middleton Place Restaurant. Just call (843) 266-7477.
Visit our events calendar for additional information about the Wine Stroll
