Coastal Companion

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St Augustine Beach Surf Illumination – St Augustine, Florida

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Light up your evening when the Surf Illumination complements the seasonal lighting of A1A Beach Boulevard on St. Augustine Beach. The event includes the ceremonial lighting of the seasonal tree by the Mayor. Food and beverages are offered by local restaurants and many local arts and crafts vendors provide convenient shopping for the holiday season. Santa, musical performers and traditional carolers make it fun for all. This season’s lighting will be expanded to illuminate four buildings and most of the trees at Pier Park, creating St. Augustine Beach’s winter wonderland.

For more information, please call 904.471.1686 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com

Art & Crafts Festival – St Augustine, Florida

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See fine arts and crafts at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Florida’s newest outdoor arts and cultural venue. Admission and parking are free.
Saturday, Dec. 1 – Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007

St Augustine Amphiteatre
1340 A1A South
St. Augustine, FL 32080

Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.
Call 352.344.0657 for more information.

Georgian State Dance Company – Jacksonville, Florida

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Allow yourself to become entranced with this remarkable dance company from the former Soviet Republic of Georgia. This group brings the beauty and originality of the Georgian folk dances to Jacksonville along with their incredible costumes, intricate footwork, and infections energy!
The Florida Theatre; 128 East Forsyth Street, Ste. 300, Jacksonville. (904) 355-2787
Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007 at 7:30 pm. Visit the Florida Theatre website for more information.

Holiday Regatta of Lights – St Augustine, Florida

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The HOLIDAY REGATTA of LIGHTS is a spectacular and colorful parade of boats held on the St. Augustine bay front just north of the Bridge of Lions. This is a parade of boats ranging from 15 to 85 feet in length – sailboats, trawlers, shrimp boats and many other vessels aglitter with brilliant lighted displays ranging from patriotic to whimsical. Awards will be made for the best theme, most colorful, best in class, and best overall.
This event reflects the maritime roots of the “Oldest City” and is in keeping with St. Augustine’s historical seaborne image and rich nautical heritage. Beginning at 6 p.m., the boats will light up Matanzas Bay between the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos. The Regatta of Lights is sponsored by the St. Augustine Yacht Club.

14th Annual Holiday Tour of Bed and Breakfast Inns – St Augustine, Florida

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Tour St. Augustine’s historic Bed and Breakfast Inns, all decorated in Holiday finery. In addition to being able to enjoy each Inn’s dazzling Christmas season displays, tour participants will be able to enjoy taste treats throughout the Holiday Tour: Each inn unites with one of St. Augustine’s leading restaurants and confectioners, who serve complementary samples. The tour takes place from 2 to 5 p.m. each day; half of the inns welcome visitors on Saturday, and half on Sunday.
Tickets are $35 in advance. Call 904.543.0785 for more information or visit St Augustine Historic Inns website