Valentine’s Day Weekend Tips from Joe
We have just launched a Coastal Companion segment of our TV show “I Know Jax”. The weekly show broadcasts on CW 17 on the First Coast, in Camden County and Glynn County and surrounding areas and reaches approximately 675,000 households. Coastal Companion has it’s own segment in the show where we take a look at [...]
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 [...]
Kingsland Catfish Festival Video
The Kingsland Catfish Festival on Labor Day Weekend must be one of the most anticipated events in Camden County, so of course we had to go. There are lots of things to see and do, although it seems as if Joe was mostly interested in the food. Let us know what you think about our [...]
October Events on the coast – new podcast
Here is the latest video podcast from Coastal Companion. In this episode Joe takes a look at festivals and events coming up in October. Festival season is in full swing, and October is going to be an action-packed month.
Shrimp and Grits Festival on Jekyll Island – Interview
Jekyll Island, GA, is one of our favorite places to visit – especially when it’s time for the Shrimp and Grits Festival. This popular event takes place in the historic district on Jekyll Island with lots of fun activities for the whole family. Here is the interview: Read more on our special events page for [...]
Shrimp Festivals Fall 2010 – Coastal Companion Podcast
In this episode Joe talks about one of his favorite things – food. Here on the coast seafood is popular, and most people enjoy shrimp. Maybe that’s why we have a lot of shrimp festivals in our area. Here is the list of events mentioned in the show: Rock Shrimp Festival, St Marys, GA Shrimp [...]
Hilton Head Island Seafood, Jazz & Brew Fest – Interview
Joe Talentino interviews Festival Director Ann-Marie Adamss about the Hilton Head Island Seafood, Jazz and Brew Festival in South Carolina. Read more about Hilton Head Island Seafood, Jazz and Brew Fest
Labor Day on the coast South Carolina, Georgia, Florida
Labor Day events on the coasts of South Carolina, Georgia, Florida. We cover the Beach Boogie BBQ in Myrtle Beach, the Savannh Craft Brew Festival & Kingsland Catfish Festival in Georgia, and the American Music Festival in Daytona Beach Florida.
Episode with Joe
I’m always on the lookout for fun things to do on the coast from South Carolina, Georgia to Northeast Florida. Every week I’ll show my findings to you – sometimes you’ll agree, and sometimes I’m sure you’ll disagree with my choice. If so, make sure to let me know – and don’t hesitate to submit [...]
Gingerbread Pirate Ship is the most unusual gingerbread house!
The gingerbread pirate ship created by the wonderful staff at the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, Florida beats the most unusual gingerbread houses I have seen. I had an opportunity to speak to the creators and get some insight into how it is made.
Right Whale Festival Video – Jacksonville, Fl
The North Atlantic right whales are endangered, there are only about 350 whales remaining. These mammals are threatened by human activities. The Right Whale Festival in Jacksonville Beach took place to celebrate the start of the calving season. The goal of the festival is to engage, inform and inspiring the community about right whales, their [...]
Jacksonville Sharks Coming to Town
The Jacksonville Sports Group held a press conference at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Stadium where they unveiled the team name for the newly formed AF1 team – Jacksonville Sharks. Jacksonville Sharks will play their home games at the arena. The 2010 season tickets will include nine home games and prices will start at $45. The [...]
South Carolina Weekly Show Video 4509
Here is the latest Coastal Companion episode for South Carolina! For more videos to watch, make sure to visit visit the video player page by clicking here. Don’t forget to comment on the video! Just scroll down the page below the video for the comment form. Thanks! We produce three different shows every week, one [...]
Florida Weekly Show Video 4509
Here is our pick for this week in Florida. Let us know what you think about our choice. You can comment right below this video. If you are looking for more videos to watch, visit the video player page by clicking here. We produce three different shows every week, one for each state. To find [...]
Georgia Weekly Show Video 4509
Here is the video for this week for Georgia. Find out what our favorite event is on the coast of Georgia for the week. For more videos, just click here to visit our video page.
From Nashville to Treehill: Songwriter & Music Festival 2009 Video
We went to Treehill Nature Center for the first ever Songwriter and Music Festival and enjoyed a day of music and fun. We also got a chance to meet with Nashville producer Michael Knox, who works with stars such as Trace Adkins and Jason Aldean. Here is the list of the winners: Top 3 Songs: [...]
Treehill Nature Center Video – Jacksonville, Florida
Have you ever visited beautiful Treehill Nature Center in Jacksonville? This place is located right in the middle of the city, yet it feels like a visit to undisturbed nature. Treehill is probably most known for its annual Butterfly festival, and the Butterfly garden. Here you can learn about what plants you need to attract [...]
South Carolina Festivals and Events 4009
Find out what Joe picked for the week in South Carolina
Events and Festivals Florida 3909
Find out what Joe’s favorite event for the week is in Florida
Events and Festivals Georgia 3909
Find out what Joe picked fo Georgia this week

