Mother’s Day Cocktails
No matter what your plans are for Mother’s Day, you can never go wrong with a cocktail created for this very special day. If you prefer, you could start with a memorable treat: Breakfast in Bed. Next to the plate of perfectly browned French toast, offer her something celebratory – a glass of bubbly, something [...]
Things To Do in Jacksonville May
May is the best month of the year, at least when it comes to festivals and events. The kids will soon be out of school, many students are doing finals and for most of us, May tends to be a really busy month. The weather is right now nice and warm, many of us love [...]
Riverside Arts Market – Jacksonville, Florida
Spring is in the air – and the opening of the season for Riverside Arts Market in downtown Jacksonville is a sure sign that spring has arrived. On Saturday, March 3, 2012, RAM holds its grand opening celebration. There will be a parade at 9:45 am to kick off the season and everyone is invited [...]
Groundhog Day Webcast on February 2, 2012
On February 2, the famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil comes out of his burrow on Gobbler’s Knob – in front of thousands of followers from all over the world – to predict the weather for the rest of winter. According to legend, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. [...]
Restaurant Week on Amelia Island, Florida
This time of year is the perfect time to visit Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island, at least if you enjoy eating good food. The Amelia Island Restaurant Week kicks off on January 22, 2012 and lasts until January 29. This is the perfect time to visit the area to explore restaurants. Participating restaurants offer a [...]
Mardi Gras Festival in Coastal Georgia 2012
Mardi Gras traditionally takes place before the fasting season of Lent, its origins go all the way back to the ancient Rome. Many cities continue the tradition today, for example Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans, Louisiana, and maybe the most famous celebration of them all takes place in Rio de Janeiro. But did you know [...]
Amelia Island Book Festival
This year it will be the 11th year for the Amelia Island Book Festival – and in 2012 the festival has an impressive line up of guest authors. Best selling author STEVE BERRY is again participating. He is a big supporter of the Amelia Island Book Festival. Also participating this year is David Morrell. DAVID MORRELL, [...]
Things to do in Florida – September
It is safe to say that festival season is in full swing, just look at our list of upcoming events. It won’t be difficult to find something fun to do, but it will be difficult to choose where to go. With September comes a couple of music festivals, first out the inaugural Blues Festival at the Main [...]
Things To Do in Georgia — September
It is definitely the start of the action-packed fall festival season, and when you see the list of some of the upcoming events below, you will know why I call it that. Fall is my favorite time of year, especially here on the coast and it’s definitely a busy time of year for us. It’s [...]
Things To Do in South Carolina – September
September always kicks off with a busy Labor Day Weekend packed with fun events and lots of things to do all over the coastal region. But that’s not the end of it. In actuality, it’s the beginning of Fall festival season – just take a look at the massive list of festival, events and happenings [...]
Labor Day Weekend in South Carolina
Traditionally Labor Day is the holiday to say “goodbye” to Summer and “hello” to Fall. For us here in the south, the warm weather will linger well after Labor Day weekend, but that doesn’t mean we’re going to turn down an opportunity for a party. Especially if the party involves lots of fun for the [...]
Back2School Beach Fest in St. Augustine
There is no better way to celebrate Back to school than with a day at the beach – and in St Augustine, that’s exactly what’s happening this weekend. School-aged children and their families are invited to the free inaugural Back2School Beach Fest on Saturday, August 20th, on St. Augustine Beach and at the St. Augustine [...]
Restaurant Week in Jacksonville
One of our favorite things — or guilty pleasure — is to go out and eat. We always enjoy trying a new type of cuisine or a new restaurant. Unfortunately, these days everyone has had to cut down to save money, and eating out is one of those things we don’t get to do as [...]
Charleston International Film Festival Announces Best of Shorts Screening on June 29th
Charleston, SC, June 20, 2011 – The Charleston International Film Festival (CIFF), South Carolina’s premiere event for independent filmmakers and film enthusiasts, would like to announce the Best of Shorts Screening on June 29th at the Cinebarre in Mt. Pleasant. If you missed the Charleston International Film Festival main event, you have the chance on [...]
Fourth of July Weekend in Georgia
Fourth of July Weekend in Coastal Georgia 2011 There are lots of fun things to do in coastal Georgia for the Fourth of July weekend. Many cities start their celebration of Independence Day already on Saturday July 2 this year. So if you really enjoy fireworks, you can actually enjoy several fireworks and celebrations and [...]
Father’s Day in Savannah, GA
If you haven’t made plans for Father’s Day yet – don’t worry. Here are a few ideas for what you can do if you are in Savannah for the big day from fun things for the outdoors type, the history buff, or gourmet. Have a Blast with Dad! Most boys, young and old, loves [...]
Father’s Day in Jacksonville, Florida
THINGS TO DO FOR FATHER’S DAY IN THE JACKSONVILLE This weekend it’s Father’s Day. For Mother’s Day many of us like to take our parent out for breakfast, lunch or dinner – and fathers will enjoy a nice meal to. I have found a few interesting things you can do in the Jacksonville area with [...]
Armed Forces Day at Jacksonville Landing
Armed Forces Day Concert at the Jacksonville Landing On Saturday, May 21, 2011, Armed Forces Day is celebrated with a special joint concert with First Coast Wind Ensemble and Navy Band South East. The concert takes place at 4:00 p.m. at the Jacksonville Landing. The Navy Band Southeast is led by Musician First Class Jose Acosta [...]
Beach Safety Week in Charleston
National Beach Safety Week in Charleston, South Carolina, takes place May 23-30, 2011 Every year the United States Lifesaving Association sponsors National Beach Safety Week in an effort to remind beachgoers to use caution in the aquatic environment. The objective of National Beach Safety Week is to make citizens aware of the need to be [...]
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in a Flash
Cinco de Mayo is a great excuse for a party. Many bars and restaurants have special events on Thursday May 5, and why not?Cinco de Mayo – the 5th of May – is a day of celebration of Mexican heritage and culture in the US and around the world. A common misconception is that Cinco de [...]
Fun Things To Do in St. Augustine, Fl – April 28 – May 1, 2011
GAMBLE ROGERS FOLK FESTIVAL This weekend you can listen to the best in folk and Americana music at this three-day Gamble Rogers Folk festival in downtown St. Augustine. Starting Friday April 29, 2011. LIVING HISTORY DAYS AT FORT MOSE On Saturday April 30, 2011 from 10 a.m to 2 p.m you can meet [...]
48th Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival – Fernandina Beach Florida
This year it’s the 48th Anniversary for the popular Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival in Historic Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island ,Florida. This year the festival is scheduled for April 29 – May 1, 2011. Now this event is one of the first events we visited when we moved to the coast so it [...]
Art of Fighting and Guns N Hoses Boxing in Jacksonville in April
Love a good fight? Here are two choices coming to Jacksonville, Florida, in the month of April – Art of Fighting and the Guns N’ Hoses Boxing. Art of Fighting 12: Static This event takes place at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena on Saturday April 2, 2011 at 7:00 pm. Click here to reserve your [...]
First Shot of the Civil War Happened 150 year ago in Charleston on April 12
As you know, Charleston is rich in history, but this year is a very special year for Charleston. April 12, 2011 actually marks the 150 year anniversary of the firing on Fort Sumter, more commonly known as the First Shot of the Civil War. Now you can come and witness where it all began…right here [...]
Things To Do in Jacksonville – April 2011
April is the perfect time for outdoor festivals, and this month there is no shortage of fun things to do in Jacksonville. George’s Music Annual Springing the BluesApril 1-3, 2011 This popular three-day oceanfront music festival is free and features a number of renowned blues performers, held every spring in Jacksonville Beach. Click here for [...]
