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from Amelia Island to St. Augustine—since 2020

April 3, 2025 10:51 pm

We’re having so much fun sharing what many First Coasters are up to this summer. You will love it too

Recent images hand selected from regional photographers

Our beautiful community in pictures – Photo Credit Glenn Shuck

Great captures from both professional and amateur photographers; from Fernandina to St. Augustine

River to Sea Preserve

Photographer: Tom McConnell

Crystal Ball Photography #2

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

ULA Vulcan Centaur First Flight

Photographer: Richard Gallagher
Location: Florida

Reflection on 14th St.

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Atlantic Beach

Seashell 🐚 Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

A Pink and Purple Sunrise at the Jax Beach Pier

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Storm’s A Coming

Photographer: Glenn Shuck
Location: Tideviews

Dancing in the Moonlight

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Jax Beach Pier Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Broken Camera Surprise

Photographer: Michael Plant

Majestic Bald Eagle

Photographer: Saul Freiden

Stormy Skies

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Paradise Found

Photographer: David Venier

Spring is in the Air

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Hanna Park

Morning Surf

Photographer: David Venier
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Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Eleven Dishes

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Home Services By McCue

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Fun things to do

Springing the Blues 2025

Join the JaX Beach Fun!
The Springing The Blues presented by Sawgrass Asset Management is one of the world’s finest blues music events, located at the Seawalk Pavilion in downtown Jacksonville Beach. Please join us on April 4th-6th, 2025 for three great days of blues on the beach! Be sure to get your VIP passes now!

The Springing The Blues presented by Sawgrass Asset Management is a free, outdoor blues music festival that celebrates America’s indigenous musical form. The three-day oceanfront event features national, regional and local blues artists on two stages. Springing the Blues is held at Jacksonville Beach’s SeaWalk Pavilion every April.

April 4, 2025
Arts & Culture
*Art Galleries of St Augustine – First Friday Artwalk

The Art Galleries of St. Augustine (AGOSA) makes up the diverse art galleries and museums located in St. Augustine, Florida. Each one showcases outstanding collections of local, regional, national & international artists.

Every First Friday of the Month | 5:00pm – 9:00pm

As of January 1, 2022, AGOSA is now part of the St. Augustine Art Association a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1924. The mission of the Art Association is to promote and enhance the arts in the area through exhibits, involvement in community projects, publicity, networking and other opportunities for artists.

Our events have cultivated a reputation for St. Augustine as an “Art Destination” among both locals and visitors.

FAQs
Q; HOW DO I GET STARTED ON THE ARTWALK?
A: You can start the free, self-guided Artwalk tour at any AGOSA Member Gallery, and see as few or as many as you’d like between 5-9PM on First Fridays. Most galleries feature changing monthly exhibits, refreshments and live music. Or tour our fine galleries throughout the month using our brochure and Artwalk map!

April 4, 2025
Arts & Culture
*The Main Event – First Coast Comedy Club

It’s the high-energy, fast-paced, absolutely amazing improv comedy show you’ve been waiting to see. Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30 pm.

In The Main Event your First Coast Comedy professionals have no plan and willingly dive headfirst into almost any challenge the audience will throw at them, resulting in unforgettably hilarious moments.

And it gets better! This show is for everyone! You can bring the whole family because these improvisers play smart… to ensure the show is always clean and never mean! Tickets will go fast, so get yours now!

 

April 4, 2025
Arts & Culture
*St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market

The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market takes place each Saturday from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Enhanced health and safety measures have been implemented and personal protection equipment, such as face masks, are encouraged.

Farmers Market
Join us every Saturday under the oaks for local, fresh food, produce straight from the farm, handmade arts and crafts, and live entertainment! Special events and features take place each week, check the individual event listings to see what’s coming up!

Every Saturday, 8:30am to 12:30pm

April 5, 2025
Farmers Market
*Fernandina Beach Market Place Farmers Market

Join your family, neighbors and friends at this weekly event where farmers, growers, and producers sell locally grown and created foods, soaps, candles, and plants to those living in, and visiting, our friendly, little community.

The farmers’ market is open EVERY Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., year-round, rain or shine. Look for live music, featured businesses, a Booth with a Cause, and the friendliest folks in Florida!

You will also find seasonal produce, fresh baked breads, pastries, plants, flowers, beef, chicken, pork, eggs, snacks, jellies, jams, pickles, salmon, jerky, hot sauce, guacamole, dips, salsas, candles, soap and body products, flavored salts, pecans, honey, wild-caught shrimp, specialty food items, and these are just the weekly vendors.

April 5, 2025
Farmers Market

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Great captures from both professional and amateur photographers; from Fernandina to St. Augustine

Shells

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Stay Positive!

Photographer: Christopher Stone

River to Sea Preserve

Photographer: Tom McConnell

A Picture is Worth More Than a Thousand Words

Photographer: Catherine Justus
Location: Jacksonville

Show off!

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Hanna Park

Pink horizons at Jax Beach Pier

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Life’s Better With a Little Sun-Kissed Glow

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Let it Glow

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Eagle in the Pines

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Jacksonville

Swamp Lover

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo
Location: Jacksonville

Stormy Skies

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Surfing 🏄, Lens Ball Photos

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

ULA Vulcan Centaur First Flight

Photographer: Richard Gallagher
Location: Florida

St. Augustine Lighthouse

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: St. Augustine

Colorful Sunset

Photographer: Razvan Balotescu
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Eleven Dishes

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Social Media Marketing That Gets Results!

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

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Your Post Could Be Here!

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Only the freshest shrimp available for pick up or home delivery!

Liberty Bail Bonds

Offering a full range of bail services in a timely, courteous, and confidential manner.

Secure One Protection Services

You can’t put a price on peace of mind.

Jacksonville Beach Bait & Tackle

Local Bait & Tackle shop offering Live & Dead bait, Tackle, Ice, and coming soon Beer, Wine and more!

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

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Beachside Pressure Washing

Professional Pressure Washing Services

Eleven Dishes

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Embassy Barber Shop Neptune Beach

Embassy Barber Shop in Neptune Beach has been serving the beaches since 1995.

Black Belt Studio – BJJ

Black Belt Studio BJJ fosters training in the most effective practice of self-defense: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

First Coast Comedy

We do funny.

Creative Designs Of Jax

Here at Creative Designs we offer YOU a place to create the space of your dreams!

Schultz Roofing

We got you covered on all your roofing and sheet metal needs!

Auto Store Towing

All service towing 24 hours a day.

Sandbar Realty

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Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Turning Tide Photography

Coastal Scenic and Wildlife Art

Ruth Lewis, Children’s Author

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Mike Kaufmann Promotions

Social Media Marketing That Gets Results!

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Crafting Community Connections.
One Story at a Time.

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At First Coast Life, we don’t just promote local creatives & businesses – we catapult them into the heart of our community through visual storytelling.

Awe Yesh Shrimp Company

Only the freshest shrimp available for pick up or home delivery!

Liberty Bail Bonds

Offering a full range of bail services in a timely, courteous, and confidential manner.

Secure One Protection Services

You can’t put a price on peace of mind.

Jacksonville Beach Bait & Tackle

Local Bait & Tackle shop offering Live & Dead bait, Tackle, Ice, and coming soon Beer, Wine and more!

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Beachside Pressure Washing

Professional Pressure Washing Services

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Embassy Barber Shop Neptune Beach

Embassy Barber Shop in Neptune Beach has been serving the beaches since 1995.

Black Belt Studio – BJJ

Black Belt Studio BJJ fosters training in the most effective practice of self-defense: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

First Coast Comedy

We do funny.

Creative Designs Of Jax

Here at Creative Designs we offer YOU a place to create the space of your dreams!

Schultz Roofing

We got you covered on all your roofing and sheet metal needs!

Auto Store Towing

All service towing 24 hours a day.

Sandbar Realty

Live Happy. Live Local.

Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Turning Tide Photography

Coastal Scenic and Wildlife Art

Ruth Lewis, Children’s Author

Stuck in the Mud! How could that happen?

Tridence Digital Agency

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