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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
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.
The friendliest farmer’s market in Florida.
With nearly 40 vendors and growing every week, this is a MUST-SEE Amelia Island or Fernandina Beach experience!
Organic produce, friendly farmers, wonderful chefs and many other delights await you at this farmer’s market in historic, downtown Fernandina. Each week we mix up our local musicians, our non-profit organizations, and a traditional brick-and-mortar shopkeeper, too.
Our local residents tell us, “Every weekend feels like a reunion!”
2nd and 4th Saturday every month.
Every Saturday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. enjoy farm-fresh produce, artists, artisans, and more! Free Admission & Free Parking.
Under the Fuller Warren Bridge and along the St. Johns River, you’ll find a place where our community comes together! During the week, the space is a parking lot, on Saturdays, the space houses hundreds of artists, farmers, artisans, nonprofits, and other community organizations and small businesses!
Parking is always free at the Fidelity/Black Knight Financial building next to the market. Make the trip a day’s worth of fun by visiting our neighbors at The Cummer Museum or the 5 Points Shopping District just a few blocks away.
Gallery Tour: July 27, 11 a.m. – 12 a.m.
For a more intimate opportunity to immerse yourself in their work, techniques, and inspiration, join artists Clint Burbridge and Tom Schifanella at the Museum for a special tour of their exhibit.
Explore Exalted Shores
In a continued celebration of local artists, Beaches Museum is proud to present the work of Clint Burbridge and Tom Schifanella.
Take a visual journey through Exalted Shores, a collaborative exhibit showcasing the beauty of Northeast Florida’s coastal environments through the mediums of photography and art glass. The exhibition encourages viewers to experience the beaches, marshes, and forests we enjoy every day with a fresh perspective. Whether you are looking to escape for the evening or seeking artistic inspiration, Exalted Shores ignites a deeper connection with nature and a greater appreciation of this region’s complex beauty and diversity.
Vendors at the market sell a wide selection of in-season, local and organic produce, local all-natural meats, free-range eggs, cut flowers, locally roasted organic coffees, edible plants and trees, orchids, handcrafted teas, gluten-free and vegan foods, handcrafted cheeses, locally made desserts, freshly baked breads, local honey and other seasonal delights.
Open every day dawn to 6pm except on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The market closes early on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
With a wide variety of fresh produce, seafood and other culinary delights, Jacksonville Farmers Market offers a unique shopping experience for any age. Enjoy the open air and festive market atmosphere as you stroll each of the outdoor bays. The Jacksonville Farmers Market is known best for its featured ethnic and imported specialty items that are not only unique but sometimes also rare and typically hard to find. If you’re looking strictly for locally-grown food, be sure to inquire with vendors at this market. Some offerings are not grown by local farmers.
Spade McQuade is a singer-songwriter and former member of the Irish rock band Energy Orchard who lives in Jacksonville, Florida.
He’s known for his unique mix of Celtic rock and traditional Irish tunes, and has toured with Van Morrison, Joe Cocker, and Steve Earle.
His latest album, Belfast Redneck, has an Americana influence, and his song “You Old Rockstar” has a music video on YouTube
Come on out!
Friday & Saturday Curtain: 8:00 pm
Sunday Curtain: 2:00pm
Doors for seating open 30 minutes prior to showtime.
July 12 – July 28
Step into the wild with Tarzan, a thrilling fusion of Disney magic and Edgar Rice Burrough’s timeless tale! Get ready for a heart-pounding journey fueled by the legendary Phil Collins’ electrifying music and the Tony Award-winning genius of David Henry Hwang.
Feel the adrenaline rush as you swing through the jungle with Tarzan, accompanied by unforgettable hits like the Academy Award-winning “You’ll Be in My Heart,” “Son of Man,” and “Two Worlds.” With every beat, Tarzan promises an adventure that will leave you breathless.
In this captivating story, a young boy, raised by gorillas in the heart of West Africa, embarks on a quest for identity and belonging. But when a human expedition invades his jungle home, Tarzan faces a life-altering encounter with his own kind for the first time. Caught between two worlds, Tarzan must navigate a jungle teeming with emotion as he grapples with his animal instincts and human heart.
Prepare to be swept off your feet by the spectacle of Tarzan, where every leap, every song, and every moment is an unforgettable theatrical experience unlike any other. Join us as we journey deep into the heart of the jungle, where the adventure of a lifetime awaits!
We’re a group of poets celebrating 20 years together using a critique format with one aim: to be better writers.
No dues, no long-term obligations, but sympathetic writing assistance, and lots of laughter. Anyone who wants to write well is invited to come to our meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 2 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Library.
Read our first collective book, A Gathering of Poets, listed on Amazon Books. Contact accidentals@comcast.net to get on our notification list.
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It all started with a question published in a local newspaper: would anyone like to form a poetry group? Ten of us met at the Ponte Vedra Library and have been meeting at 2 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each month ever since. Some of us have died, but nobody’s ever quit. We have 15 loyal writers with the single aim of making our writing the best it can be. We’re a critique group in the best sense of that term. Sympathetic, encouraging, laughing at our goofs and celebrating our victories. We’ve published a collection of our writings and are about to debut a second anthology. We are open to anyone who is serious about writing well and will consider starting an evening group for working folks.
Contact us at accidentals@comcast.net.
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!
Monthly on the first and third Saturday of the month, starting from Jan 20, 2024, 11 am to 3 pm. Arlington’s century-old Norman Studios, now a museum dedicated to silent film history, is ready for public tours after major renovations.
Tours will be held on the first and third Saturday of each month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The former silent film studio opened in 1916 is now a National Historic Landmark. Admission is free.
Enjoy the original sounds by local talent in Gulliford Hall at the Adele Grage Cultural Center. Whether you write, sing, play or simply enjoy listening to good music, plan on being with us.
Hosted by Roy Peak, local performers transform Gulliford Hall from 6-8 pm with original music creations. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.
Seating is first come first served for this admission-free, alcohol-free event. Performers should contact host Roy Peak at atlanticbeachmusic@gmail.com for more information.
1st Saturday of every month.
The market is located on the busy corner of US17 and Kingsley Ave. 2042 Park Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073. This is an outdoor market and sometimes due to inclement weather the market may be closed. Just look for the large yellow signs!
Created in 2012, the Orange Park Farmers’ and Arts’ Market runs from 10 am – 3 pm on the first and third Sundays of each month, September – June. The market is run by The Town of Orange Park Events and Recreation Division, with over 100 vendors on a regular basis that offer a variety of homemade and homegrown products from local merchants, live entertainment, food on site, and a great family atmosphere! You can find nearly anything your heart desires from locally grown produce, local honey, cupcakes, pies, salsa, granola, plants, produce, raw milk, eggs, cheeses, hand crafted jewelry, bird houses, pottery pieces, didgeridoos, soaps, and many many more handcrafted items!
Suggested parking is at CVS/Winn Dixie, then use the pedestrian crosswalks to enter the market. There is also parking at Town Hall off of US 17 and Smith St and Kingsley Ave- both of these areas offer limited parking.
First Wednesday Art Walk
The First Wednesday of Each Month from 5-9 p.m. in Downtown Jacksonville
Downtown Vision has proudly hosted the First Wednesday Art Walk since 2003 to welcome people to DTJax and celebrate the community’s deep pool of creative talent.
Art Walk has returned after a break due to the pandemic and now takes place monthly! We invite you to bring your family, friends and coworkers for a self-guided tour of Downtown’s northbank core on the first Wednesday of every month. Explore three major hubs: James Weldon Johnson Park, The Jessie (duPont Center) and Vagabond Flea at The Breezeway at Vystar Tower, and all the businesses and public art between. Art Walk runs 5-9 p.m., rain or shine. Masks encouraged.
Join us for an acoustic concert under the stars every first Wednesday of the month! Relax on the lawn and enjoy the soulful sounds of local artists while savoring delicious bites from a featured food truck.
Think laid-back vibes, ocean breezes, and the perfect soundtrack to your Wednesday wind-down. Whether you’re a music lover, a foodie, or just looking for a unique way to experience the beauty of Jacksonville Beach, the Seawalk Sessions are for you!
Free and open to the public! Come as you are, bring your friends, and soak up the good vibes.
August’s featured food vendors: Mosh Tater Co
August’s featured artist: Alyse Doty
Variety of vendors. Crafts, plants, teas, honey, household items, bath products, food, clothing, soap, jewelry, bird houses, jams and jellies, breads, cookies, and so much more!
Family and pet friendly!!!!
Our vendors donate a portion of their sales to the church rather than the church charge a specific amount for their vendor spot. Those donations go towards the outreach programs of the church. Three of the local outreach programs include the Mandarin Food Bank, our own preschool, and Florida Christian Center on Edgewood. So, when you shop at our market you not only help the small business owners but the community as well!!!! Bonus!!!!
We will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Mandarin Food Bank if you would like to donate. A collection bin will be by the front door of the church.
There are currently no openings for new vendors. Anyone offering a spot to someone does not have the authority and is attempting to scam people. Our vendors know the process and will reach out to the correct people for questions.
Jacksonville’s largest curated pop-up featuring over 200 creatives and 15 food trucks. The event is FREE and pet friendly! Vendor and Food Truck Availability.
We have 150 spaces available. Contact 904popup@gmail.com with photos of your products and links to your social media pages for approval.
2nd Sunday of each month.
The best little art walk in town, for 14+ years, established in 2007.In loving memory of our founding members:
Alice M. Gartland
January 27, 1922 – May 6, 2021
Linda H. Stewart
October 28, 1957 -August 15, 2021
The North Beaches Art Walk got its start in 2007 when Beaches art-industry professionals JoAnne Adams, Alice Gartland and Linda Stewart came together in hopes of recreating the popular art walk atmosphere of Downtown. Through their nurturing and dedication, the event grew considerably. And on every third Thursday of the month, the streets of the Beaches Town Center erupt with creativity. What was once a small pool of carefully selected artists has now become a bubbling ocean of art, a place where woodworkers commingle with mixed media designers and musicians play into the night. Welcoming to locals and out-of-towners alike, to say it’s a communal experience.
It is a free event held the third Thursday of each month from 5 to 9 pm. Featuring many local visual artists and live performers, NBAW is held in Beaches Town Center-where Atlantic Blvd meets the Ocean. The overall mission of Art Walk is to expose the community to the vast number of local Artists right here at the Beaches. Talent from all over Jacksonville shows at the North Beaches Art Walk. With over 50+ participating artists, NBAW is a diverse art destination and shopping experience for the entire family. Local venues in Beaches Town Center set the backdrop for this great monthly destination and community gathering.
The North Beaches Art Walk is a monthly event orchestrated by the North Beaches Art Walk Association, a nonprofit organization 501 (c)(3) based in Atlantic Beach, FL. Since its beginning in October of 2007, the North Beaches Art Walk has continued to receive positive support from the community and has an ever-growing list of participating merchants and artists.
Looking forward to seeing you!
Each month at Nocatee, a market pops up offering food, crafts, and gifts, plus activities and special events related specifically to a unique and ever-changing theme.
Held the 3rd Saturday of the Month from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, the Nocatee Farmers Market is full of activities, shows and demonstrations for the entire family. With more than 80 vendors and so much to do, everyone is sure to have a great time. This market offers less fresh produce than other area markets, but there are lots of homemade jams, jellies, home baked goods, hand stitched quilts, plants, art and pottery items. There is also a tasty array of prepared food offerings including local St. Augustine crab cakes, smoked BBQ, kettle corn, pulled pork BBQ and Kona shaved ice.
Don’t miss Acoustic Night in Bull Memorial Park for a concert in the Park under the swaying palm trees with the ocean breeze! It doesn’t get any better than this on a beautiful summer evening as you enjoy the music on your blanket, in your chair or standing around with neighbors and friends, listening to the musical talent of local singers of all ages. Come rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, the event moves indoors at Gulliford Hall in Adele Grage Cultural Cent
Featuring Food Truck will be available for dinner from 5-8:30 pm on 7th St. at East Coast Dr.
Bull Memorial Park is located on the corner of 7th St. & East Coast Drive.
This event is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your pets, meet other animal lovers, and enjoy a variety of pet-friendly vendors and activities. Don’t miss out on this tail-wagging good time!
Free to the public
🐶 Support & Donate to Dog Rescues & Organizations
🐶 Dog Adoptions on-site
🐶 Support & Shop Local Creatives & Retailers
🐶 Dog Tricks Showcase – 1pm
🐶 Cutest Dog Contest – 2pm
🐶 Enjoy a second event Southern Creatives Showcase
Theatre Jacksonville announces its 105th consecutive season with a line-up including a beloved classic, rip-roaring comedy and poetic drama. Diverse offerings include the delightful Driving Miss Daisy; a story inspired by true events following the crash of Pan Am 103 in Lockerbie, Scotland; a comedy loosely based on Dram Stoker’s novel Dracula; and a witty new musical with Wild West themes.
The 105th season is as follows:
Classic in San Marco:
¨ Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry, opening September 13 – A heart-warming and well-known play that was also adapted into an award-winning 1989 movie starring Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy, Driving Miss Daisy details the relationship and eventual 30-year friendship between Miss Daisy, an independent White, Southern Jewish lady, and Hoke Colburn, her Black driver. The play received a Pulitzer Prize, and the film version garnered four Academy Awards.
Mainstage Productions:
¨ The Foreigner by Larry Shue, opening November 8 – Set in a fishing lodge in rural Georgia, this hilarious comedy about a shy British man on holiday encountering a foreigner who speaks no English is full of surprises and delights audiences with its play on Southern hospitality and mysterious schemes.
¨ The Women of Lockerbie by Deborah Brevoort, opening January 17 – Inspired by a true story and written in the form of a Greek tragedy, the Women of Lockerbie tells the story of a mother from New Jersey whose son was lost in the crash of Pan Am 103. She meets the women of Lockerbie, who are engaged in a tussle with the U.S. government to obtain the clothing of the victims so they can turn an act of hatred into an act of love. This poetic drama explores how grief changes over time.
¨ The Boys Next Door by Tom Griffin, opening March 7 – This unusual play details the daily lives of four mentally challenged young men living in a communal residence, told through the perspective of a social worker who looks after them. Marked with compassion and understanding, The Boys Next Door reminds us that everyone wants and deserves love, meaning and purpose.
¨ Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, opening April 18 – The legendary vampire tale is hilariously twisted in this gender-bending romp through a hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula. The comedy serves up clever wordplay and quick-change antics, while five actors play over a dozen roles in the head-spinning, reimagining of a Gothic classic.
¨ Desperate Measures by Peter Kellogg and David Friedman, opening June 6 – This witty and wild new musical comedy serves up a colorful cast of Wild West-inspired characters who intervene in the fate of the dangerously handsome Johnny Blood. Before the sun sets, will they be able to pull off the greatest act yet, or will Johnny be left hanging?
“It is always fun to announce an upcoming season, and we are pleased to present a versatile set of shows that highlights some of the best in theater today,” said Executive Director Sarah Boone. “From a classic story that so many already know and love to twists on the Dracula tale, fun nods to the deep South and the Wild West, and heart-warmers about love, meaning, loss and grief, our 105th season spans all genres and will not disappoint. We are continuing our current membership and subscriber model and encourage everyone who values Theatre Jacksonville to enjoy perks and savings by signing up for the whole season in advance. More importantly, this supports our future and honors our legacy as one of the oldest continuously producing community theaters in the nation!”
Ticket packages are available at three levels:
· All-Access Memberships include tickets for the entire Theatre Jacksonville season, including Mainstage productions, the Classic in San Marco and all Extra productions.
· Season Subscriptions include one ticket to each of the five Mainstage productions. Tickets will be extra for the Classic in San Marco and other special productions.
· Single tickets are offered on a show-by-show basis and will be $31 each.
Prices are as follows:
All-Access Membership
Before June 30 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $150
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $130
After June 30:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $170
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $150
All individual memberships receive one complimentary All-Access Pass that includes all Theatre Jacksonville season productions including The Classic in San Marco and Seasons Extra. Additional show tickets will cost $22, as available.
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Season Subscription
Before June 30 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $120
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $100
After June 30:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $140
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $120
All individual subscriptions receive one complimentary ticket for each of the five Theatre Jacksonville Mainstage productions (does not include the Classic in San Marco and Season Extras). Additional show tickets will cost $25, as available.
For more information about the 105th season lineup or ticket packages, visit http://www.theatrejax.com.
