Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-Ghost Walking Tour
Every Friday Night-Ghost Tours of Amelia Island - Learn hauntingly good ghost stories through the skillful storytelling of your local guide. Meet in the cemetery behind St. Peter's Episcopal Church at 801 Atlantic Avenue. Tickets available at the museum. (904) 548-0996 or (866) 446-7870 or www.ghostoursofameliaisland.com
Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-Fort Clinch Nature Walks
Hike through a coastal hammock with a guide and learn about native plants and animals as you walk around Willow Pond Trail. Offered on Saturdays. (904) 277-7274
Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-First Gallery Walk
Enjoy Amelia Island's art galleries in the evening hours during a monthly walking tour of the historic district's galleries. The first Friday evening of each month from 6 to 9 p.m. (904) 277-2717
Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-Amelia Island Plantation's Nature Program
Extensive nature program offering a wide variety of educational programs and tours both on and off Amelia Island Plantation. Some of the off property tours are a Cumberland Island excursion, a Fort Clinch tour, the Okefenokee Swamp, the Kingsley Plantation, the Egan's Creek Greenway, and Beaks/Talbot Island State Park. Other programs include Birds of Amelia, Bird Watching 101, Back Porch Birding, Shell and Shark Tooth Hunt, Beachside Naturalist Walk, Crab Grab, Wind, Water, and Sand, Flora and Fauna, Nature Photography, Woodland Walk, Children's Discovery, Critter Talk, Amelia at Night, Stargazing, Naturalist Kayak, Nature Bike Hike, and Edible Plant. (888) 261-6161 or (904) 261-6161 or www.ameliaislandplantation.com/activities/.../Nature_Programs.htm
Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-ArtRageous
Art Walk - First Friday of each month - Self-guided tour of galleries, bistros, and other venues. Tour brochures and maps are available at participating galleries. (904) 277-2717
"Blues Night"
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Lobby Lounge has "Blues Night" with the Instant Groove each Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Bluegrass Mondays
Bluegrass Monday nights @ The Frisky Mermaid Bar & Grille.Plus enjoy Blues and Jazz on Fridays and Saturday 8:00 p.m.-Midnight Located at 22 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach
Latin Dancing
The Marti Latin Dance Club presents Latin dancing every Friday night at the Florida House Inn, 22 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach. Free lessons from 9-10 p.m.; Dancing until 2 a.m. Free admission and full bar hosted by Kinder Studios. Call 904-261-3300
Things To Do Every Month on Amelia-Fort Clinch Re-enactments
First Weekend on Saturday and Sunday - Step back in time to the Civil War era and watch "soldiers" carrying out their duties. Witness candle-making, woodworking, blacksmith demonstrations, and re-enactments of history. (904) 277-7274
John Springer on Piano
John Springer on piano every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday @ Beech Street Grill, 801 Beech Street, Fernandina Beach. Call 904-277-3662
FREE Community Concert
The Historic Fernandina Business Association announces the 2008 "Sounds on Centre" Concert Series beginning on March 7, 2008. This year's event will be held the first Friday of each month from March through October except for May. Concerts will be from 6-8 p.m. on Centre Street between Front and Second street.
Nashville Songwriters Association International
Nashville Songwriters Association International meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7-10 p.m. at the Florida House Inn conference room at 22 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach. Songwriters of all genres and from all over are welcome. The intention is to support songwriters to grow in their art and craft and learn how to navigate the business side of the songwriting world. Contact local coordinator Christine-Anne at 491-8676
Songwriting Contests
Every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.-midnight @ The Frisky Mermaid Bar & Grille located at 22 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach. Call 904-261-3300
Shag Dancing
Shag Dancing and Lessons from 4-8 p.m. on Sundays. The Frisky Mermaid Bar & Grille located at 22 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach. Call 261-3300
November 21 - 23Island Chamber Singers present "Choral Masterworks"
Nov 21: 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. November 23: 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Island Chamber Singers' concert, "Choral Masterworks," showcases selections from major works by Mozart, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Berlioz, Vivaldi, Rossini, Beethoven, Haydn and Handel. The music is exciting and will be accompanied by an ensemble of strings, organ, and timpani. Contact: Jane Lindberg janelindberg@bellsouth.net Website: www.IslandChamberSingers.com Ticket prices: $15 adults, $5 students, children 6 and under are free.
November 22Gourmet Tasting
Stroll into Marche Burette to find our friendly staff offering a taste of a new gourmet treat. Complimentary. All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com?Calendar_ofEvents_Shops.htm for more information.
November 22Amelia Island Bed and Breakfast Association Holiday Cookie Tour
Looking for a new cookie recipe? Let Fernandina's "pro" bakers share a recipe and a taste of their signature baked goods. Enjoy a walk through each inn's common area while munching on a holiday favorite. Held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets for the tours are $20 each or $45 for the series and will be available beginning in April at any of the seven inns and the Chamber of Commerce Gateway Office. For more information, visit www.ameliaislandinns.com.
November 26Annual Christmas Tree Lighting/Character Dinner
At 5:30 pm the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island will hold their Annual Christmas Tree Lighting, complete with refreshments, music, and of course a visit by Santa Claus. The celebration will be followed by a Holiday Character Dinner with Santa at 6:30 pm., elves, reindeer and other holiday characters in a dinner certain to entertain the entire family. Admission to the Character dinner is $49 for adults and $25 for children 3-12. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028.
November 27Thanksgiving Grand Buffet
Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast complete with turkey, dressing and all the trimmings plus a complimentary 5 x 7 family photo at the Sunrise Cafe and Ocean Grill at Amelia Island Plantation. For seating times, call restaurant reservations at (904) 321-5050.
November 27Thanksgiving at the Ritz
Enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island in several ways. Visitors can have a Thanksgiving meal in the resort's signature restaurant, Salt, for $115 per person. Other options include Thanksgiving dinner in Cafe 4750, for $62 for adults and $28 for children ages 3-12, and the Thanksgiving Ballroom Feast, for $89 per adult and $45 per child. Reservations are required and times vary. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028.
November 28Pastry Demonstration
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us at Marche Burette to sample a delicious holiday favorite from award winning Pastry Chef Jeff Barnes' and take home special tips and a recipe for making your own delicious creation! All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com/Calendar_of_Events_Shops.htm for more information.
November 28Holiday Light Celebration
An Amelia family tradition, the Holiday Light Celebration includes tree lighting, carousel, holiday stilt characters, Santa pictures, horse and carriage rides, holiday music, complimentary cookies, cider and more! Taking place at The Spa and Shops at Amelia Island Plantation, call (904) 491-4646 for additional information.
November 29Fernandina Beach Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:00 p.m. The City of Fernandina Beach and Historic Fernandina Business Association will host the official City of Fernandina Beach Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Held in front of the old train depot at the foot of Centre Street, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive early, at 3 p.m. to meet and be available to take pictures with the kids of the community. Music by area choirs and bands will also take place in the downtown business district from 3 to 6 p.m. at various locations. Santa will return each Saturday in December, allowing parents a picture perfect opportunity. For more information, contact Melba Whitaker at (904) 261-3635 or access the Calendar of Events at www.downtownfernandina.com.
November 29Cooking Demonstration
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Join us at Marche Burette to sample one of our chef's delicious creations and take home one of his secret recipes! Complimentary. All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com/Calendar_of_Events_Shops.htm for more information.
November 29Wine Tasting
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Please join us at Marche Burette to enhance your wine knowledge first-hand by enjoying samples of wine from all over the world. Complimentary. All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com/Calendar_of_Events_Shops.htm for more information.
November 29Cooper's Ice Cream Social
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Bring the whole family over to the back porch of Marche Burette and enjoy a delicious ice cream cone from Cooper's Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts. Complimentary. All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com/Calendar_of_Events_Shops.htm for more information.
November 29Holiday Carnival
4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of fun at The Spa & Shops. Take a ride on the carousel, chat with Santa Claus during a horse & carriage ride or enjoy complimentary Christmas Cookies and Hot Chocolate. It's fun for the whole family! All events subject to change. Please contact the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 432-2202 or www.aipfl.com/Calendar_of_Events_Shops.htm for more information.
December 05 - 06Historic Homes for the Holidays
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days Tour five of Amelia Island's loveliest, private historic homes during the Amelia Island Museum of History's Christmas on Centre, an annual celebration of the holiday season in Fernandina Beach. Also included are caroling, visits with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, a huge model train exhibit, decorated trees, gingerbread houses, children's games and much more. For more tickets and information, call the museum at (904) 261-7378 or go to www.ameliamuseum.org.
December 06Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 07Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 12Holiday Champagne Dinner at Salt
Join Chef de Cuisine Richard Gras for a signature wine dinner at Salt at 6 p.m. Wine experts will be on hand to discuss the selected wines' unique characteristics and answer questions, for a truly fascinating dining experience. Served with a seven-course tasting menu designed to complement the featured vintage, the dinners are as entertaining as they are exquisite. Winery: Veuve Clicquot, $135 per person. Reservations are required, as space is limited.
December 13Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 13Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
7:30 p.m. The 1st Annual Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade will be held on Saturday evening. December 13, 2008 at the Water Front Marina at the foot of Centre and Ash Streets in downtown Fernandina Beach. Beginning at 7:30 p.m. spectators are invited to bring their chairs to view the lighted parade from along the beautiful waterfront walkway. All boats will be decorated with lights in a Christmas/Holiday theme. Applications will be available online at www.downtownfernandina.com after October 1, 2008. The 1st Annual Fernandina Beach Lighted Christmas Boat Parade is hosted by the Historic Fernandina Business Association. For more information, contact Sandy Price, event coordinator, at (904) 206-0756 or by email at slprice@bellsouth.net.
December 14Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 20Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 21Story Book Tea
Santa will visit the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for Santa's Story Book Tea Party, which offers sandwiches, sweets, tea and party favors for each child along with a holiday story book performance. Admission is $39 for ages 3 and up. Reservations are required. For event reservations and information, please call (904) 277-1028
December 25Christmas Grand Buffet
Enjoy being with your family and the Sunrise Cafe and Ocean Grill at Amelia Island Plantation do the cooking for you. For seating times, call restaurant reservations at (904) 321-5050
December 31New Years Eve Party at the Falcon's Nest
Ring in the new year at the Best Bar on Amelia Island - the Falcon's Nest at Amelia Island Plantation! DJ at 10 pm, party favors, and champagne toast at midnight. Space is limited to the 150 people. Cover. Call (904) 491-4242 for more information.