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St Augustine Pirate Gathering

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Avast, me hearties! T’is a celebration of the Golden Age of Piracy in old St. Augustine. Three days of swashbuckling fun begins on Friday evening as pirates from around Florida wander the streets of the old city. On Saturday, the swashbuckling day begins with a pirate parade along San Marco Avenue at 10 a.m., followed by a skirmish among the at the redoubt, located across from Castillo de San Marcos, then continues up St. George Street to the Plaza de La Constitucion at 11:45 a.m. On Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m., the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park, where the pirates will be encamped, there will be fun Pirate lore, magic, shanties, a thieves market and plenty of swashbuckling demonstrations. There will even be a Bucaneers Bash filled with plenty of yo-ho-ho and of slicing of the mainbrace that begins at 6 p.m. (adults only). On Sunday beginning at 10:30 a.m., there will be a Pirate’s court, a comedic reflection of all complaints addressing the preceding evening’s frivolities.

Downtown St. Augustine and Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
Saturday: Pirate Parade – 10 a.m.
Pirate Skirmish 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pirate Encampment and Thieves Market open noon to 5 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday)
Saturday Bucaneer Bash 6 p.m.
Sunday: Pirate Court 10:30 a.m.
Admission to Fountain of Youth Park is $7.50 for adults & $4.50 for children 6 – 12. Bucaneer Bash Tickets are $35 per person (21 and older only)
Friday, Nov. 14 – Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008

11 Magnolia Street, St. Augustine, FL
www.pirategathering.com

World Golf Hall of Fame Prepares for 2008 Induction Ceremony

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Several Hall of Fame Members Returning for the Occasion
St. Augustine, Fla. camilla ajuro (November 5, 2008) – On Monday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m., the World Golf Hall of Fame will welcome its six newest Inductees into membership alongside family, friends, dignitaries and other Hall of Fame members. The ceremony honoring Sir Bob Charles, Pete Dye, Carol Semple Thompson, Denny Shute, Herbert Warren Wind and Craig Wood will air on the GOLF CHANNEL at 9 p.m. ET that same night. Presenters and participants in the show will include Hall of Fame members Tony Jacklin (Charles), Greg Norman (Dye) and Judy Bell (Semple Thompson). Golf Digest Editor-in-Chief Jerry Tarde will pay tribute to Wind and Golf World Executive Editor Ron Sirak will present an essay on Shute and Wood. GOLF CHANNEL’s Rich Lerner will serve as the 2008 Induction Ceremony host. Additional Hall of Fame members expected to return include Deane Beman, Bill Campbell, Donna Caponi, Nancy Lopez, Carol Mann, Larry Nelson, Curtis Strange, Marlene Stewart Streit and Louise Suggs. “We are pleased with the level of interest in this year’s Induction Ceremony and look forward to celebrating the big night with the 2008 Class of Inductees,” said Jack Peter, the Hall’s Sr. Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. “Those attending the ceremony in person are sure to enjoy the pomp and circumstance planned for this year’s affair and those watching on the GOLF CHANNEL should enjoy the heartfelt tributes planned.”

Roundhouse Blues and BBQ Festival – Savannah, GA

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The 13th annual Roundhouse Blues and BBQ Festival brings two nights of mouth-watering BBQ and foot-stompin’ Blues and Gospel music to the Roundhouse Railroad Museum. Admission is charged, and a variety of food and drinks are for sale inside the venue.

The dates of this year’s festival are Friday and Saturday nights, November 7-8. The concert is outdoors, but there is shelter overhead beneath the historic railroad building’s roof. The event does not sell out, and tickets are available at the door or online at the website.

11/07/2008 – 11/08/2007

Savannah History Museum
For more information call 912-651-6895
The Roundhouse is located at 601 W. Harris Street in downtown Savannah.

Get more information, including ticket prices, gate hours, and artist info, at: www.roundhousebluesandbbq.com.

Steam Days at the Roundhouse – Savannah, GA

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The shriek of the steam whistle, the hiss of escaping steam, and the clang of engines rolling down the track– there’s nothing like it. Demonstrations take place at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and take roughly 45 minutes.

Roundhouse Railroad Museum, 601 W. Harris Street
November 7-9, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
912.651.6823 or www.chsgeorgia.org

Holiday Events on Amelia Island

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Celebrate the holiday season on Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach, Florida. Besides taking relaxing strolls on the beach, visit the quaint little historic town Fernandina Beach. There are lots of events happening in December, here are just a few.

December 6-7, 13-14, & 20-21, 2008
Story Book Tea Party
Throughout the month of December, jolly old St. Nick will be dropping in at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa’s Story Book Tea Party. The parties will provide sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child, along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, call (904) 277-1028.

December 12, 2008
Holiday Champagne Dinner at Salt
At 6 p.m. on Friday, December 12, join Chef de Cuisine Richard Gras for a signature wine dinner at Salt, the island’s only AAA five diamond restaurant. A truly fantastic and fascinating dining experience, the dinner will feature wine experts who will discuss each wine’s unique characteristics and to answer questions. Served with a seven-course tasting menu designed to complement the featured vintage, the dinners are as entertaining as they are exquisite. The featured winery for the dinner is Veuve Clicquot. Tickets are $135 per person and reservations are required, as space is limited. To make a reservation, call (904) 491-6746.

December 13
Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
The 1st Annual Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade will be held on Saturday evening, December 13, 2008 at the Water Front Marina at the foot of Centre and Ash Streets in downtown Fernandina Beach. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., spectators are invited to bring their chairs to view the lighted parade from along the beautiful waterfront walkway. All boats will be decorated with lights in a Christmas/Holiday theme. Applications will be available online at www.downtownfernandina.com after October 1, 2008. The 1st Annual Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade is hosted by the Historic Fernandina Business Association. For more information, contact Sandy Price, event coordinator, at 904-206-0756 or by email at slprice@bellsouth.net.

December 31, 2008
New Years Eve party at the Falcon’s Nest
Toast the New Year at Falcon’s Nest at Amelia Island Plantation. The evening includes dancing to a live DJ starting at 10 p.m., party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. It’s the perfect way to ring in the New Year, island-style. Space is limited to the first 150 people, and a cover charge will be required. Those looking to start the celebration earlier can enjoy a prime rib dinner from 5-10 p.m. for $19.95 per adult. Call (904) 491-4242 for more information.