Coastal Companion

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International Rugby League – Jacksonville, Florida

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No pads, no helmets, no fear – Australia’s South Sydney Rabbitohs vs. England’s The Leeds Rhinos, two of the best International Professional Rugby League teams clash in the USA for the first time.The South Sydney Rabbitohs from Australia & owned by Russell Crowe, will for the first time play the Leeds Rhinos from England.

Saturday, January 26th, 2008
University of North Florida, Hodges Stadium 4567 St. Johns Bluff Road S., Jacksonville.
Admission: $10 – $35. Gates Open 11am : Kick Off 1pm
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The Footlight Players: A Tuna Christmas – Charleston, SC

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It’s 24 hours before Christmas and all comic hell is about to break loose as 24 delightfully eccentric characters attempt to cope with seasonal traumas such as a disaster prone little theatre production of A Christmas Carol, and a yard-decorating contest that is being sabotaged by a mysterious Christmas phantom. Bring the whole family and join in the holiday fun! The Footlight Players present A Tuna Christmas by Joe Sears, Jaston Williams, and Ed Howard directed by Mary Cimino.

20 Queen St. Dec. 13, 14, 15 at 8p.m. and Dec. 16 at 3p.m. $25 for adults, $22 for seniors 62 and up and $15 for students. For more information, please call 722-7521, visit www.footlightplayers.net

The Farmer’s Market – St Augustine Beach, Florida

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Enjoy shopping at the Farmers Market located at the ocean-side St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The Farmers’ Market features selections of fresh produce and green houseplants. Rain or shine.
Every Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
St. Johns County Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd
St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
904.347.8007

Ripley’s South Carolina Appreciation Month Means Half Price

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MYRTLE BEACH, SC – (December, 2007) – Ripley’s Attractions of Myrtle Beach are featuring a South Carolina Appreciation month throughout December. Everyone showing proof of South Carolina residency through December 31 will receive half price admission to Ripley’s Aquarium, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Ripley’s Moving Theater and Ripley’s Haunted Adventure.

In addition to the notable collection of marine animals, during December the aquarium is hosting the Festival of Trees, a festive holiday celebration which features more than 50 beautifully decorated Christmas Trees. Continuing through the month is the popular special exhibit, Pirates! Predators of the Sea! The aquarium, located at Broadway at the Beach, is open daily at 9 a.m. including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years.

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Uptown Saturday Night – St Augustine, Florida

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A favorite end-of-the-month event, Uptown Saturday Night takes place from 5pm to 9m the last Saturday of every month in the Uptown San Marco Shopping District, St. Augustine. Galleries, antique stores and unique shops between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission of Nombre de Dios remain open during this special time. Meet the artists, book signings, live music, refreshments and other events contribute to the party-like atmosphere. The Mission of Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING for Uptown Saturday Night.

Read our previous story about Uptown Saturday Night in St Augustine