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Welcome to St. Augustine’s monthly list of events, a robust information source for what’s happening in America’s oldest city.
The events follow in chronological order. We invite readers to share your happenings with us at Lviti@gannett.com.
Dolphin Walk
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Dolphin Walk July 2, 17 and 18 at the Vilano Beach Pier from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. For information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Whitney Laboratory Sea Turtle Hospital
Whitney Laboratory Sea Turtle Hospital Tour on July 3 and July 8. A private, behind-the-scenes tour at the Sea Turtle Hospital at Whitney Laboratory led by a Sea Turtle Biologist. There is a fee.
Fired Up Kingfish Tournament
St. Augustine’s Fired Up KingFish Tournament, scheduled for July 3 to July 6, promises a weekend of fishing, parties, prizes and fun. There will be no fishing on July 4. Now in its second year, Fired Up is raising funds for St. Augustine’s Tanner Gillespie Foundation, HorsePlay Therapy Center and Diamond of Dreams. Click here for story details.
Shark Tooth Exploration
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Shark Tooth Exploration July 3, 9 and 10 a.m. at Mussallem Park. For information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Fireworks Over the Matanzas
The City of St. Augustine will host Fireworks Over the Matanzas on Friday, July 4. The All-Star Orchestra will begin the festivities at 6 p.m. in the Plaza de la Constitución. The 20-minute, musically choreographed, explosive extravaganza over the Matanzas River bayfront begins at 9:30 p.m. Fireworks will be displayed over the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the Bridge of Lions. Story details can be found here.
First Friday ArtWalk
First Friday ArtWalk: July 4, filled with art galleries, museums and art-related businesses that cultivate St. Augustine as an art destination. Go to https://tinyurl.com/yj7c4fbm.
Installation of Officers
American Legion Post 37: Installation of Officers, July 10 at 7 p.m. at the Mark Lance Armory, 190 San Marco Ave.
Nurdle Patrol
The Matanzas Riverkeeper is hosting a Nurdle Patrol along Marineland Beach on July 10 from 11 a.m. to noon at the River to Sea Preserve Beach Access. Nurdle Patrols target plastic pollution.
Veterans Sunset Kayaking
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Veterans Sunset Kayaking: July 10 at Riverfront Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration is required. For information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
A Brand-New Dunkin’
Dunkin’ will celebrate the groundbreaking of its very first Dunkin’ in Hastings at 8800 W. Church St. on July 11 at 11 a.m.
Mermaids & Pirates and Popsicles in the Park
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Mermaids & Pirates and Popsicles in the Park: July 12 at the Vilano Beach Pavillion from 9:30 a.m. to noon. All ages welcome. Go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Reel in the FUN Kids Fishing Tournament
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Reel in the FUN Kids Fishing Tournament July 13 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the Vilano Beach Pier. Go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Nature Book Club
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Nature Book Club will meet July 16 at Canopy Shores Park from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to discuss “Looking for Longleaf” written by Lawrence Earley. For information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Pops Play and Parks Day at Trout Creek
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Pops Play and Parks Day at Trout Creek 10 to 11 a.m. at Trout Creek Playground. For information, go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
West King Wednesday
West King Wednesday: July 16. This monthly pop-up market features live music, art and food along in St. Augustine’s West King Street. Live music can be found at Graet Goods, 225 W. King St., plus a comedy showcase hosted by Paper Root Clothing.
Sunset paddleboard
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Sunset Paddleboard: July 18 at Riverfront Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration is required. For more information go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Ancient City Chapter – Florida Writers Association
Ancient City Chapter – Florida Writers Association meets at 10 a.m. in the St. Johns County Main Library Branch (1960 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd to discuss “Why Your Book Isn’t Selling on Amazon (And How To Fix It)” and “How to optimize your Amazon Listing and Ads to Sell More Books,” presented by Bob Amason and John Greene.
Homeless Coalition Food Drive
The Homeless Coalition of St Johns County will collect canned food at St. Augustine’s Classic Car Museum Cruiser Drive-In at 4730 U.S. 1 on July 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.
All Abilities Paddle
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: All Abilities Paddle, July 19 at Tout Creek Park from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Registration is required. For more information go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Gyro Saturday
Gyro Saturday at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Saturday, July 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2940 CR 214. S South. For more information go to holytrinitystaugustine.org.
Yoga in the Garden at the Lightner Museum
Serenity Yoga in the Radzinski Garden will be held July 19 at 8:30 a.m. at the Lightner Museum on the Trefry Family Green. Bring water, a yoga mat or towel to practice on, and props if needed.
The Art of Floral Arranging at the Lightner Museum
The Art of Floral Arranging: Succulents and Sunflowers, guided by local floral designer Erica Canelos, will be held July 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are limited, and guests must register in advance.
Magician Chuck Hayes
Magician Chuck Hayes will be at the Center for Spiritual Living on Friday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. at 1795 Old Moultrie Rd. Admission is $10.
Materialistic Uptown
Materialistic Uptown, neighborhood block party will be held on Friday, July 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. along San Marco Avenue.
Parks & Crafts Watercolors
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Parks & Crafts Watercolors July 25 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Nease Beachfront Park. For more information go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Florida Talks: Exploring Florida’s Sacred Waters
The Matanzas Riverkeeper is hosting Florida Talks: Exploring Florida’s Sacred Waters on July 26 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the St. Johns County Library Anastasia Island Branch. Sponsored by Florida Humanities the seminar features Dr. Victoria Machado who will use the lens of ‘spirituality’ and environmental humanities to investigate how Floridians perceive and value vital water resources.
Popsicles in the Park
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Popsicles in the Park, July 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
Family Bingo Night
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation: Family Bingo Night July 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Salmon Calhoun Center. For more information go to https://secure.rec1.com/FL/stjohns-county-fl/catalog.
The City of St. Augustine free concerts
The City of St. Augustine will host Thursday night free concerts through Aug. 29 at the Plaza de la Constitución beginning at 6 p.m. Concert guests include The Committee; Paige King Johnson; Crab Creek Band; The Groove Coalition; Shayla Nelson; Str8Up; JC Hatfield Trio; The Palmetto Pickers; Los Van Guardias; The Landfall Band, ZaZa Flamenca; The Morrow Family Band; Bad Dog Mama and the Think & Thin String Band.
Concerts may be canceled or postponed because of inclement weather. Canceled concerts will be posted on the city website at http://www.citystaug.com and on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CityStAug.
The Veterans Council of St. Johns County
The Veterans Council of St. Johns County will meet July 31 at 7 p.m. at the County Health & Human Services Building in the Muscovy room at 200 San Sebastian View. Liz Tissicino, regional service to the Armed Forces and internationalservices director, American Red Cross of North Florida, and Peter Jennison, SJC Chapter Veteran Enforcers Motorcycle Association, will be the guest speakers.
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
St. Augustine Alligator Farm: For more information on events go to: https://www.alligatorfarm.com/events-programs/community-events.
The Women’s Exchange of St. Augustine/The Pena Peck House
Go to https://penapeckhouse.com/special-exhibit-and-events for a complete schedule of events at the Pena Peck House.
Florida Water Tours of St. Augustine
Go to https://floridawatertour.com for a complete schedule of water adventures from Florida Water Tours.
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Go to https://www.theamp.com for a complete schedule of events at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.
The Lightner Museum
Go to https://lightnermuseum.org/calendar-category/events for a complete schedule of events at the Lightner Museum.
The Limelight Theatre
Go to https://www.limelight-theatre.org for a complete schedule of plays showing at St. Augustine’s Limelight Theatre.
Cafe 11
Go to https://originalcafe11.com/upcoming-events for a schedule of music events at St. Augustine’s Cafe 11.
The Colonial Oak Music Park
Go to https://www.thecolonialoakmusicpark.com for a schedule of outdoor concerts at St. Augustine’s Colonial Music Park.
A Classic Theatre
Go to https://www.aclassictheatre.org for a schedule of A Classic Theatre.
Historic Coast Cultural/The Waterworks
Go to https://historiccoastculture.com/event for a schedule of historical and cultural events taking place in St. Johns County.
Go to https://historiccoastculture.com/categories/performing-arts for a list of performing arts events taking place in St. Johns County.
Third Street Improv
Go to https://www.3rdspaceimprov.com/events for a complete list of events taking place at Third Street Improv.
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum
Go to 150 Years of History! – St Augustine Light House for a complete list of events held at the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum.
Pesca Rooftop in Vilano Beach at Hyatt Place
Go to https://www.pescavilano.com/calendar for a complete list of live music events taking place at Pesca Rooftop in Vilano Beach at Hyatt Place.
The St. Augustine Jazz Society
Go to The St. Augustine Jazz Society https://www.staugjazzsociety.org/ for a complete list of live music events taking place at Royal St Augustine Golf Club at 301 Royal St Augustine Golf Pkwy.
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This article originally appeared on St. Augustine Record: What’s happening in July around St. Augustine? Here’s what you need to know
Reporting by Lucia Viti, St. Augustine Record / St. Augustine Record
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