Coastal Companion

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Night of the Living Dead Creator Speaks Out – Jacksonville, Florida

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The famous movie “Night of the Living Dead” is turning 40 years. Friends of the Fest in Jacksonville is celebrating the big birthday with a special “Talkies” event on February 1st, 2008.

The horror movie will be screened in 35mm on February 1st, then on February 2nd at 9:30 the movie will be screen again while George Romero himself provides live commentary throughout the film, sort of a real-life DVD commentary track.
So, if you are a horror fan, mark your calendar for the the event of the year. But Friends of the Fest didn’t stop with the screenings. They went all out and arranged an exclusive dinner for 25 hardcore fans with the legendary filmmaker George Romero. This sounds like a great Christmas gift for the horror movie fan – buy your tickets today because these tickets will disappear fast!

Check out the Talkies website (thetalkies.net) for tickets and more information.


The Great Atlantic Seafood Festival – Jacksonville Beach, Florida

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If you like fried, boiled, grilled, or blackened seafood, you’ll love it at this year’s festival! Come out and enjoy some of Florida’s finest seafood as well as music, rides, arts & crafts, and games for the whole family!

Sea Walk Pavillion, Jacksonville Beach at 12 noon – 10pm on Saturday March 15, 2008
(904) 249-3972 or visit the website.

Fort Clinch Union Garrison

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Living history interpreters recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War between the States. Activities may include powder artillery demonstrations, marching drills, as well as soldiers and civilians taking up duty in the laundry, infirmary and kitchen. For details call (904) 277-7274.

Aeros, The Illusion of Flight – Jacksonville, Florida

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The explosive fusion of gymnastics and modern dance come together in a visceral collection of exciting choreography that is innovative, creative and powerful. This high flying production is the union of famed choreographers David Parsons (Parsons Dance), Moses Pendleton (Pilobolus) and Daniel Ezralow (MOMIX), This breathtaking theatrical experience is comprised of Olympic Romanian gymnasts performing acrobatic showpieces, daring and elegant duets and humorous group skits that showcase the vivid imagination of the creators.

High-flying daredevil skills performed with impeccable timing in stunning costumes by these dynamic athletes produce a colorful performance that is the best family entertainment coming to North Florida this year!

“AEROS captures the visceral thrill of Olympic gymnastics, caresses it into a more intimate level and glories in the natural grace of the human body!”
– San Francisco Chronicle

Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $34-$42, Students: $10
Visit www.Aeros.org for more information

The Opera Tosca – Jacksonville, Florida

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Puccini’s TOSCA is set amid the political turmoil of 19th-century Rome. Floria Tosca, the beautiful opera singer, finds herself torn between the painter she loves and the loathsome chief of police who holds her lover’s fate in his hands. Friendship, love, and patriotism are all tested in this magnificent melodrama filled with intriguing characters and the thrilling music of Puccini, making it a must-see.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 7:30pm
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, Moran Theater, 300 West Water Street Jacksonville FL,32202
904 632-3373
Admission: $35 – 55