Fuzzy, furry or full of feathers, Florida’s natural environments are home to an assortment of wildlife! Bring the kids and join a park ranger to learn about the many common, threatened, and endangered species that inhabit the natural community of the undeveloped barrier islands of Northeast Florida!
Talbot Islands State Park; 12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville
Phone: (904) 251-2323
Amelia Island Art Festival and Wine Tasting – Fernandina, Florida
Our inaugural Amelia Island Fall Art Festival and Wine Tasting will take place in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach on Veterans Day Weekend November 10th & 11th. One of the most picturesque historic districts in the country will host a wonderful opportunity to take in some great art and great wine. Artists will showcase works in clay, watercolor, acrylics, sculpture, photography, jewelry, and raku. Unique art works from over 100 artists will line the Historic District from Front Street to Fourth Street. Visit with the artists one-on-one as they reveal their distinctive talent and creativity in a variety of media. Fernandina is also home to a number of very noteworthy artists and galleries, as you stroll about looking at the art on the street, don’t forget to visit our local galleries, artists and co-ops
Jekyll Island Revitalization Public Input Meetings
Georgians interested in the future of Jekyll Island, Georgia, will have multiple opportunities to preview and comment on plans for revitalizing the Jekyll Island Town Center.
Open public meetings will be held as follows:
St Marys
Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m.
The Heritage Bank’s community center, 392 Charlie Smith Sr. Highway, St. Marys
Jekyll Island
Nov. 14, 3:30 p.m
Jekyll Island Convention Center, Jekyll Island
Augusta
Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m.
The Knox Room at the National Science Center’s Fort Discovery
Atlanta
Nov. 20, 3:30 p.m.
Cobb Galleria Center, Cobb Parkway and Galleria Drive
“Since our selection as the Jekyll Island Authority’s private development partner, we have been listening to what Georgians envision for the future of Jekyll Island,†said Jim Langford, project executive for Linger Longer Communities. “We have already received significant feedback through our Web site at www.rediscoverjekyll.com and appreciate the strong support, creative ideas and input we are receiving. We look forward to hearing more from the public once they have the opportunity to review our plans.â€
Lantern led tours – Fernandina, Florida
In December each year the Museum presents Holiday Luminay tours of historic downtown Fernandina beach. The tours are being held on December 7th and December 8th and are by reservation only times are 6 pm and 7pm. Tour begins at the train depot on Centre street. Tickets are Adults are 10.00 students/military 5.00
Dec 7, 2007, 06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
For more information, please call (904)261-7378 E 105
St Marys Community Market – St Marys, Georgia
The Market takes place in downtown historic St Marys, on Saturday November 10 from 9.00 AM until 2 p.m.
206 Osborne St. at the Tribune & Georgian Parking Lot
Call 912.882.8111 for more information.