Thursday, September 29, 2011

Adventure Series films racing to World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater

Visitors of the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater in September will be able to brave Mount Everest, swoop in to help in earthquake-ravaged Haiti and climb aboard the famed Dreamliner airplane. These breathtaking experiences are part of three thrilling new movies – “The Wildest Dream,” “Rescue 3D” and “Legends of Flight 3D” – that will
make up September’s Adventure Series. 



“The Wildest Dream” opens on Sept. 2,; “Legends of Flight” & “Rescue” debuts on Sept. 30.

Thursday, September 8, 2011

FLAVORS OF FLORIDA'S HISTORIC COAST

FLAVORS OF FLORIDA'S HISTORIC COAST
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida

Chefs on Florida's Historic Coast are once again making history with signature dishes featuring local favorites and heritage-inspired flavors.  Throughout October, eighteen outstanding restaurants will present a prix fixe (fixed price) three-course menu that will showcase their best culinary skills. Great food, paired with a wide variety of lodging options make October an ideal time to experience the history, romance and charm of St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra on Florida's Historic Coast.
Called Flavors of Florida's Historic Coast, this special dining program will offer diners unique, delicious and affordably-priced dining choices. From Ponte Vedra southward through St. Augustine to Crescent Beach, some of the area's most popular restaurants will be offering exciting, new menu options featuring the delicious culinary traditions of this historic coastal area of northeast Florida. 
Participating restaurants offering Flavors of Florida's Historic Coast "Chef's Choice" prix fixe, three-course meals include: 500 South at the Renaissance World Golf Village Resort, 619 Ocean View on Ponte Vedra Beach, Augustine Grille at Sawgrass Marriott, Aunt Kate's on the Water, The Reef, Beaches on Vilano, Kingfish Grill at Camachee Harbor;  Raintree Restaurant, Aviles Restaurant at Hilton Historic St. Augustine Bayfront, Sara's Crepe Café, 95 Cordova at Casa Monica Hotel, The Tasting Room, Bistro de Leon, Creekside Dinery, Amici's Italian Restaurant, Café Atlantico on St. Augustine Beach, Saltwater Cowboy's, and South Beach Grill at Crescent Beach.
To learn more about the October 2011 Flavors of Florida's Historic Coast prix fixe dining celebration, including the prix fixe menus being offered, visit www.HistoricCoastFlavors.com or call 1.800.494.1420.  

16TH CENTURY ST. AUGUSTINE HISTORIC ENCAMPMENT

Visit Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archeological Park to learn more about the 1565 founding of the nation's oldest city through authentic interactive re-enactments and demonstrations. On Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be lively discussions on 16th century life ways featuring renowned speakers from many historic disciplines. On Saturday, the Official landing reenactment, formal Mass and presentation by Dr. Michael Gannon will take place at the Mission Nombre de Dios historic site next door. On Saturday evening, enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of a 16th Century Feast complete with costumed characters.

On Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a Distinguished Speaker's presentation where attendees can learn about the archaeology, people and events related to this important Historic Site and the founding of St. Augustine, Florida. The Fountain of Youth is located at 11 Magnolia Avenue in St. Augustine. Admission is free for St. Johns County residents with ID. 

For more information, call 904.829.2874

Friday, September 2, 2011

Halloween events 2011 in St. Augustine

St. Augustine, the Nation’s Oldest City in United States, is reputedly one of the most haunted city’s and famous for the Halloween adventures.

Are you Ready for some frightening fun?

SEE IF YOU CAN SURVIVE HALLOWEEN HAUNTED HOUSE

Do you dare find out what was left after the Circus disappeared in the middle of the night in 1878 and just what was up with those clowns?

HAUNTED HOUSE
Find out in HAUNTED HOUSE on Friday and Saturday October 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, 30 and 31!
Starting at the Spanish Military Hospital, 3 Aviles St. 7:30PM till 10:30PM
$6.00 PER PERSON

HALLOWEEN WALKING GHOST TOUR
On October 28th and 29th join us for a special Halloween Walking Ghost Tour Starting at the Love Tree #6 Cordova St. next to the Tolomato Cemetery!
Tours are from 7:30 ‘till 10:30 leaving every ½ hour. Go into 2 buildings! The Love Tree cottage and The Halloween Haunted Hospital as well as hearing about the haunted City as you travel between.
ONLY $14.00
CALL FOR RESERVATION
(904) 827-0807

or for more information visit http://ancientcitytours.net/halloween

Thursday, September 1, 2011

St. Augustine Labor Day Concerts in the Plaza

Labor day concerts in the Plaza brings a wide variety of musical entertainment to St. Augustine’s historic downtown all summer long. Bluegrass and blues, jazz and country, swing and folk, old time and popular rock: Concerts in the Plaza has something for everyone.

The concert season starts with an afternoon performance from 1 to 5 p.m. on Memorial Day presenting the St. Augustine Jazz Society.

Concerts are free and attendees should bring lounge chairs for seating. Picnic dinners are popular, but alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the Plaza.

Location and Parking
A gathering place for the people of St. Augustine for well over four centuries, the Plaza de la Constitución is located in the heart of St. Augustine between Cathedral Place and King Street, just to the west of the Bridge of Lions. Each week performers entertain from The Gazebo, a fixture in the center of the Plaza for nearly a century. There is no permanent seating in the Plaza so attendees should bring lounge chairs. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the Plaza de la Constitución.

On street parking is available near the Plaza and is free after 5 p.m. Parking is also available in the Historic Downtown Parking Facility (HDPF) located at the St. Augustine & St. Johns County Visitors Information Center, a 10-minute walk along St. George St. from the Plaza. The cost for parking in the HDPF is $1.25 per hour with a $7.50 per day maximum.

Location: Plaza de la Constitucion
Directions: Historic St.augustine across from the Cathedral.
Hours: 1 to 5 p.m
Admission: Free

446th anniversary of the founding of St. Augustine

Witness the reenactment of the landing of St. Augustine’s founder, Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles, along the same shoreline where Spanish colonists came ashore in 1565. Following the reenactment of the Spanish settler’s arrival there will be a presentation about St. Augustine and America’s Spanish history, then a celebration of Mass at the Mission’s outdoor altar. Following the Celebration of Mass, there will be informative presentations guest speakers and a procession to the Mission Museum.

Location: Mission Nombre de Dios
Directions: Located off San Marco Avenue and various locations in Historic St. Augustine
Hours: Festivites begin at 9 a.m.
Admission: Free