JULY

July 1
MUSIC BY THE SEA CONCERT SERIES
Bring your chair and enjoy a live Country and Classic tunes performed by Restless Kind while enjoying
local flavors from the Pizza Garden .  The concert takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach
Pier Pavilion on A1A Beach Blvd. Admission is free and feature dinners are under $10.00.  For more
information, please call 904.347.8007 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com.


July 1 – 31
FAMILY GOLF MONTH AT WORLD GOLF VILLAGE
Bring the whole family to learn and be a part of the greatest game on earth. During Family Golf Month,
Slammer & Squire and King & Bear will offer a series of programs for family members to learn the game
and play golf together. Junior tees will be set on each hole at the golf courses and the month will feature
special contests, exclusive pricing and more just for families. In addition, the month includes “Take Your
Kids to the Course Week” July 6 through 12, allowing juniors to play golf for free with an adult. World Golf
Village is located at Exit 323 off I-95 in St. Augustine .  For more information, call 904.940.6088, or visit
www.WGV.com.


*July 2
FREEDOM TRAIL TOURS
Embark on a narrated tour of St. Augustine ’s Civil Rights Landmarks – Freedom Trail.  Featuring the many
sights and homes of the people that participated in St. Augustine 's pivotal role in the Civil Rights
movement of 1964, the tour takes place at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.  Tours depart from Excelsior African
American Cultural Museum, 102 M. L. King Avenue in St. Augustine . Donations of $15 for adults and $7 for
students will go toward sponsoring the 40th ACCORD’s efforts to erect a second set of Freedom Trail
markers.  For tickets and more information call 904.825.1194 or 386-986-4121 Ms. Duncan or visit www.
accordfreedomtrail.org.


*July 2
SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA
Bring your chair and enjoy an evening concert in St. Augustine ’s Plaza de la Constitucion while enjoying
the cool breezes under a canopy of live oaks as you enjoy live entertainment provided by popular local
entertainers.  The concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public.  For more information, call
904.825.1004 or visit www.plazaconcerts.com.




*July 3
WORLD GOLF VILLAGE FIREWORKS
Enjoy one of the largest fireworks displays in Northeast Florida as the World Golf Village celebrates
Independence Day.  Bring blankets or lawn chairs (no coolers please) and find a spot around the Walk of
Champions to enjoy the show.  Admission is free.  The Fireworks take place at 9:30 p.m. and admission is
free.  The World Golf Village is located at Exit 323 off I-95 in St. Augustine .  For more information, visit www.
wgv.com or call 904.940.4123.


July 3
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK
Join one of St. Augustine ’s most popular cultural events on the first Friday of every month.  Enjoy the latest
exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at over 20 participating galleries – plus, great food
courtesy of the St. Augustine Independent Restaurant Association.  Tours begin at Rembrandtz American
Craft Gallery, 131 King Street .  Galleries are open from 5 to 9 p.m.  St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and
Old Town Trolleys offer attendees a complimentary shuttle service to most of the galleries.  Shuttles run on
a continuous loop every 30 minutes.  For more information, call 904.829.0065 or visit www.
artgalleriesofstaugustine.com.



*July 4
ST. AUGUSTINE’S FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Have a blast at one of the East Coast’s largest fireworks shows! The spectacular fireworks burst above the
ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflect in the waters of Matanzas Bay .   The 20-minute show includes
a stirring soundtrack of great patriotic music.  Admission is free with the best vantage points located along
the bayfront between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions .  The fireworks blast off at 9:30 p.m.  For more
details, call 904.825.1004.


*July 4
4TH OF JULY TOP OF THE LIGHTHOUSE
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse with a magnificent view of the skyline
and St. Augustine fireworks. The spectacular event begins with the viewing of the sunset over the Atlantic .
Then fireworks when darkness sets…… St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum is located at 81
Lighthouse Avenue in St. Augustine . Tickets are $40 per person and space is limited. For reservations call
904.829.0745 ext. 207. For more information, visit www.staugustinelighthouse.com.


July
HISTORIC WEAPONS FIRING DEMONSTRATION
Take the National Park Service’s ferry to Rattlesnake Island and experience daily military life at Fort
Matanzas – the 18th century Spanish fort that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine .  From 10:
30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish muskets and cannons at
the fort.  Admission is free.  Fort Matanzas National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of
Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine .  For more information, call 904.471.0116
or visit www.nps.gov/foma.


July 7
SUNSET/MOONRISE TOUR
Be a guest of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and enjoy viewing the sunset and moonrise from the most
unique perspective in all of St. Augustine !  This special event includes a champagne toast, provided by
San Sebastian Winery, atop the tower and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light
Station.  The tour takes place from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. on Feb. 9; from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on March 10; from 7:30
to 9 p.m. on April 9 and May 8 and from 8 to 9:30 p.m. on June 7 at the St. Augustine Lighthouse located at
81 Lighthouse Ave. in St. Augustine.  The fee is $25 for non-museum members and $20 for members.
Reservations are required.  For more information or to reserve a spot, call Pam at 904.829.0745.


* July 7 – 24
LIMELIGHT THEATRE – THE DRAWER BOY
Enjoy a production of Michale Healey’s touching story of how lives can be changes form the earliest days
and even the deepest hurts can be healed. The show takes place at in the Studio Theatre at Limelight
Theatre, located at 11 Old Mission Rd. , St. Augustine . Show times are at 7:30 p.m. on July 7, 9, 10, 18, 23
& 24, and at 2:30 p.m. on July 19th.  Tickets are $20 per person. For more information call 904.825.1164,
or visit www.lielight-theatre.org.


July 8
SUNSET/FULLMOON RIVER CRUISE
Take a cruise on an old fishing boat on the Intracoastal Waterway for a spectacular view of the sunset and
moon rise from the water.  Cap’s on the Water provides this tour during the full moon of each month.
Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets go on sale at 5:30 p.m. and are available on a first-come-first-serve
basis - possible second cruise if first is sold-out.  The cruise departs promptly at 7 p.m. from Cap’s on the
Water Restaurant, located at 4325 Myrtle Street , approximately 5 miles north of Vilano Beach , off A1A.  For
more information call 904.819.8190.


July 8
MUSIC BY THE SEA CONCERT SERIES
Bring your chair and enjoy a Classic Rock tunes performed by Midlife Crisis while enjoying local flavors
from Sea Oats Cafe.  The concert takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier Pavilion on
A1A Beach Blvd. Admission is free and feature dinners are under $10.00 from 6 to 9 p.m.   For more
information, please call 904.347.8007 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com.



July 9
SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA
Bring your chair and enjoy an evening concert in St. Augustine ’s Plaza de la Constitucion while enjoying
the cool breezes under a canopy of live oaks as you enjoy live entertainment provided by popular local
entertainers.  The concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public.  For more information, call
904.825.1004 or visit www.plazaconcerts.com.


July  – August
ST AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION “OLDIES BUT GOODIES”
Take the chance to see and buy popular local works of art.  This fun show features works that have been
previously exhibited at the SAAA gallery.  Admission is free.  The St. Augustine Art Association is located at
22 Marine Street in St. Augustine .  The gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday 12 to 4 p.m. and Sunday 2 to
5 p.m.  For more information, please call 904.824.2310, or visit www.staaa.org.  


July 10 – 26
THEATRE ST. AUGUSTINE- PRIVATE LIVES
Enjoy a presentation of Noel Coward’s brilliant comedy, Private Lives. The show takes place at 7:30 p.m.  
For more information


*July 11-28
LIMELIGHT THEATRE – ROUNDING THIRD
Enjoy a sportingly fun production of Richard Dresser’s story that puts two fathers – complete opposites –
in charge of coaching a little league team. The show takes place on the Studio Theatre at Limelight
Theatre, located at 11 Old Mission Rd. , St. Augustine . Show times 7:30 p.m. on July 11, 16, 17, & 25, and
2  p.m. on July 12 & 26.  Tickets are $20 per person. For more information call 904.825.1164 or visit www.
Limelight-theatre.org.


*July 10 -12
KINGFISH CHALLENGE
Chase the big ones in this exciting competition that offers cash and prizes for the biggest catch.  
Registration is limited to 400 boats.  Friday is the Junior Kingfish Challenge, Tournament Registration and
the Captain's Meeting.  Fishing days are Saturday and Saturday.  There will also be a fish fry and awards
on Sunday.  It all begins at the St. Augustine City Marina located at 111 Avenida Menendez.  For more
information and registration forms, call 904.824.8322 or 904.669.0490 or visit www.acgfa.
com/kingfishchallenge.html.


July 15
MUSIC BY THE SEA CONCERT SERIES
Bring your chair and enjoy a live Reggae, country and classic rock and roll music  performed by Bush
Doctors while enjoying local flavors from Purple Olive  Concerts are from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine
Beach Pier Pavilion on A1A Beach Blvd. Admission is free and feature dinners are under $10.00.  For more
information, please call 904.347.8007 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com.


July 16
SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA
Bring your chair and enjoy an evening concert in St. Augustine ’s Plaza de la Constitucion while enjoying
the cool breezes under a canopy of live oaks as you enjoy live entertainment provided by popular local
entertainers.  The concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public.  For more information, call
904.825.1004 or visit www.plazaconcerts.com.


*July 22
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince at IMAX THEATRE
See Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince bring the Hogwarts back to the giant screen.  Harry Potter's
sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is colored by two truths: Lord Voldemort is
wreaking havoc on much of Britain and teenage hormones are fully raging. In the film, Harry finds a
mysterious potions book bearing the inscription, "Property of the Half-Blood Prince.”  He begins to explore
its custom-made instructions and spells, excelling at creating the potions, but also learning about the
ambiguity of magic. Professor Dumbledore also takes Harry on a journey through memory lane to unravel
the mystery of Voldemort's past, and later, his immortality.  This film is rated PG-13. The World Golf Hall of
Fame IMAX Theater is located at World Golf Village at Exit 323 off I-95 in St. Augustine . For more
information including show times and ticket process, visit www.wgv.com.


July 22
MUSIC BY THE SEA CONCERT SERIES
Bring your chair and enjoy a live Rock and Roll music performed by Mojo Highway while enjoying local
flavors from Mango-Mango Restaurant.  Concerts are from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier
Pavilion on A1A Beach Blvd. Admission is free and feature dinners are under $10.00.  For more
information, please call 904.347.8007 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com.


July 25
FORT MATANZAS NATURE EXPLORATIONS
Be a part of this National Parks Service Nature Series at Fort Matanzas National Monument . These ranger-
led walks are part of a series of excursions, each exploring a different habitat or ecosystem at Fort
Matanzas .  The tours take place on the last Saturday of each month from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Fort Matanzas
National Monument is located on A1A at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of
St. Augustine .  For more information, call 904.461.0116 or visit www.nps.gov/foma.  



July 25
UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT
A favorite end-of-the-month event, Uptown Saturday Night takes place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.  the last
Saturday of every month in the Uptown San Marco Shopping District, St. Augustine . Galleries, antique
stores and unique shops between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission of Nombre de Dios remain open
during this special time.  Meet the artists, book signings, live music, refreshments and other events
contribute to the party-like atmosphere.  The Mission of Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING for
Uptown Saturday Night.  Appetizers are provided by the Saint Augustine Independent Restaurant
Association (SAiRA). The event is sponsored by the San Marco Avenue Merchants Association.  Please call
904.824.3152 for more information.


July 28
SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA
Bring your chair and enjoy an evening concert in St. Augustine ’s Plaza de la Constitucion while enjoying
the cool breezes under a canopy of live oaks as you enjoy this week’s concert featuring T N S.  The concert
is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public.  For more information, call 904.825.1004 or visit www.
plazaconcerts.com.


July 29
MUSIC BY THE SEA CONCERT SERIES
Bring your chair and enjoy a live musical performance by Grapes of Roth while enjoying local flavors from
La Strada.   The concert takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier Pavilion on A1A Beach
Blvd. Admission is free and feature dinners are under $10.00.  For more information, please call
904.347.8007 or visit www.staugbchcivicassoc.com.


July 30
SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA
Bring your chair and enjoy an evening concert in St. Augustine ’s Plaza de la Constitucion while enjoying
the cool breezes under a canopy of live oaks as you enjoy this week’s concert featuring Triple Rock Blues
Band.  The concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public.  For more information, call 904.825.1004 or
visit www.plazaconcerts.com.



*July 31 – August 23
LIMELIGHT THEATRE – THE FOREIGNER
Charlie Barker is so shy, he can't speak in front of strangers but they have no problems telling him
everything in this American farce by Larry Shue.
Welcome Home My Florida!
Saint Augustine, FLORIDA
2008 EVENT LISTINGS
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You Are
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St. Augustine
and
Surrounding
Towns!
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DID YOU KNOW?

St. Johns County residents
with a valid ID are always
admitted free of charge to
Government House
Museum ,
Lightner Museum,
Colonial Spanish Quarter
Museum,
Fountain of Youth,  
Ximenez-Fatio House and
the
Oldest Wooden
Schoolhouse.  

The daily tours and wine
tastings at the San
Sebastian Winery are free
to everyone.

Also, admission is free to
everyone at the Authentic
Old Drug Store,
Fort Matanzas National
Monument, and
St. Photios Chapel.

This info is supplied by the
Visitors and Convention
Bureau at 904.829.1711
and
www.Getaway4Florida.com
ALWAYS CHECK WITH
THE EVENT
SPONSORS TO VERIFY
TIMES AND DATES OF
EVENTS!

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AND WE'RE NOT
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THE TIMES AND
DATES OF ALL
EVENTS YOU'D LIKE
TO ENJOY!
OLD CITY'S
FARMER'S MARKET
Tuesday, Jun. 5, 2007 –
Sunday, Dec. 27, 2009
Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m. 1340 A1A
South  E-mail: Wettach@aol.
com
Shop for fresh produce,
baked goods, hand-crafted
items and plants directly from
the producers. There's
always live entertainment and
there is fresh seafood in
season. The Old City
Farmers Market takes place
every Saturday morning at the
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
on A1A South in St. Augustine.

ST. JOHNS
FARMER'S MARKET
Wednesday, Jun. 20, 2007 –
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009
Every Wednesday from 7:30 a.
m. to 12:30 p.m.
350 A-1-A Beach Blvd St.
Augustine Beach, FL 32080  
904.347.8007 Enjoy
shopping at the Farmers
Market located at the ocean-
side St. Johns County Pier
Park, 350 A-1-A Beach Blvd.,
St. Augustine Beach. The
Farmers' Market features
selections of fresh produce
and green house plants. Rain
or shine. St. Johns County
Pier Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30
p.m.
DON'T SHOP FOR PETS!
ADOPT!
ST. AUGUSTINE AND
PONTE VEDRA
RESTAURANTS
RECEIVE PRESTIGIOUS
GOLDEN SPOON
AWARDS
Three of the finest restaurants
in St. Augustine and Ponte
Vedra will begin 2009 with
special recognition that
comes annually to less than
40 of Florida’s thousands of
restaurants.  Each year since
1977, Florida Trend magazine
has bestowed Golden Spoon
awards to Sunshine State
restaurants that offer diners
the very best in food, service
and décor.  This year, 37
restaurants received Golden
Spoon honors – including
Restaurant Medure in Ponte
Vedra Beach and St.
Augustine ’s 95 Cordova and
Opus 39.

In addition to the area’s
acclaimed Golden Spoon
recipients, an outstanding
selection of other restaurants
in St. Augustine , Ponte Vedra
& The Beaches are among
Florida Trend’s choices for the
Best 500 restaurants in
Florida .  These include Ponte
Vedra Beach ’s JJ’s Liberty
Bistro, Ruth’s Chris Steak
House, and The Augustine
Grille located in the Sawgrass
Golf Resort and Spa, a Marriott
Resort.  St. Augustine ’s
contributions to this
prestigious listing include A1A
Ale Works Brewery &
Restaurant, Café Atlantico,
Gypsy Cab Company, Le
Pavillon, and Saltwater
Cowboy’s.

For more information on
dining, attractions and
vacation opportunities in St.
Augustine , Ponte Vedra & the
Beaches, go to
www.
Getaway4Florida.com or call
the Visitors and Convention
Bureau at 1.800.653.2489.