The “4th Saturday of the Month” Nature Series continues at Fort Matanzas National Monument with a ranger-led walk to explore “The Wonders of the Salt Marsh” on Saturday, November 24, 9:30 – 11:30 am. Meet on the benches in front of the visitor center. This is a free program.
Fort Matanzas National Monument 904-471-0116
Christmas Made In The South – Charleston, S.C.
There is no better way to get ready for the holiday season than to stroll the aisles for treasures at this years 15th annual Christmas Made in the South! Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople alive.
During the Christmas Made in the South festival you will meet amazing craftspeople, have the opportunity to look at arts and crafts, unique gourmet food. At the festival you’ll find handmade, one-of-a-kind designs from leather and silk wearables to fabric bags, dichroic glass jewelry to close-up photography.
Christmas on Centre – Fernandina, Florida
Tour Victorial Homes during the Christmas on Centre Tour of Homes. Beginning at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church participants will be admitted into private homes from 11-5pm, and Bed and Breakfasts after 1pm. This event will carry on the tradition of Christmas tours presented for many years by the Amelia Island Bed and Breakfast Association. All proceeds support the Amelia Island Museum of History. 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m on December 1, 2007. Call (904)277-2499 for tickets and more information about the event or visit www.ameliaisland.org
Grande Illumination – St Augustine, Florida
Don’t miss this annual St Augustine tradition. Carry a candle and follow the torchlight parade from the Government House, around the Old City and back to the Plaza to hear the governor’s proclamation. Watch soldiers fire their muskets in a volley of joy salute to the season. The Grande Illumination Ceremony, beginning at 8 p.m., is an impressive pageant of color and light that depicts the 1782 arrival of British soldiers and loyalist civilians who fled from Charleston to St. Augustine to escape from advancing American troops. For the grand finale, residents and visitors sing Christmas carols in the Plaza de la Constitucion.
Call 904.829.5318 or visit the website at www.britishnightwatch.org
Gingerbread Village – Savannah, GA
Not just one gingerbread house, but an entire village! The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa comes alive with holiday cheer as local chefs – from professionals to hobbyists – compete for bragging rights of the Best Gingerbread Creation!