CANCELLED – Spring Break Art Camp

Spend Spring Break exploring art!

Instructor Debra Weller, artist and educator, will lead elementary and middle school students on artistic adventures inspired by famous artists and movements. Projects incorporate a variety of mediums and techniques to encourage art appreciation and critical thinking, as well as allow students to experiment with their own creativity.
• Art Camp for children and youth–appropriate for elementary and middle school ages
• New Themes each day at the St. Augustine Art Association

SPRING 2020 ART CAMP THEMES & DATES
• SURPRISING SELFIES (Monday, March 16 | 9am-12pm) Your good side…Perfect lighting… The right filter… The greats like Picasso, Frida and Rembrandt will show you how to take your selfie game to the next level! (Digital Art, Drawing, Sculpture, Mixed Media)

• BLOSSOMING BOTANICALS (Tuesday, March 17 | 9am-12pm) Explore the wonderland of tropical botanicals that surrounds us everyday. Study the notes of Botanical Pioneers like Martin Johnson Heade and Georgia O’Keefe to create your own lush gardens. (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking)

• POP GOES THE ART (Wednesday, March 18 | 9am-12pm) Push the limits of conventional art and design. Warhol, Lichtenstein, Britto and Harding didn’t think inside the box and neither will you! (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Digital Art)

CANCELLED – Spring Break Art Camp

Spend Spring Break exploring art!

Instructor Debra Weller, artist and educator, will lead elementary and middle school students on artistic adventures inspired by famous artists and movements. Projects incorporate a variety of mediums and techniques to encourage art appreciation and critical thinking, as well as allow students to experiment with their own creativity.
• Art Camp for children and youth–appropriate for elementary and middle school ages
• New Themes each day at the St. Augustine Art Association

SPRING 2020 ART CAMP THEMES & DATES
• SURPRISING SELFIES (Monday, March 16 | 9am-12pm) Your good side…Perfect lighting… The right filter… The greats like Picasso, Frida and Rembrandt will show you how to take your selfie game to the next level! (Digital Art, Drawing, Sculpture, Mixed Media)

• BLOSSOMING BOTANICALS (Tuesday, March 17 | 9am-12pm) Explore the wonderland of tropical botanicals that surrounds us everyday. Study the notes of Botanical Pioneers like Martin Johnson Heade and Georgia O’Keefe to create your own lush gardens. (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking)

• POP GOES THE ART (Wednesday, March 18 | 9am-12pm) Push the limits of conventional art and design. Warhol, Lichtenstein, Britto and Harding didn’t think inside the box and neither will you! (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Digital Art)

Spring Break Art Camp

Spend Spring Break exploring art!

Instructor Debra Weller, artist and educator, will lead elementary and middle school students on artistic adventures inspired by famous artists and movements. Projects incorporate a variety of mediums and techniques to encourage art appreciation and critical thinking, as well as allow students to experiment with their own creativity.
• Art Camp for children and youth–appropriate for elementary and middle school ages
• New Themes each day at the St. Augustine Art Association

SPRING 2020 ART CAMP THEMES & DATES
• SURPRISING SELFIES (Monday, March 16 | 9am-12pm) Your good side…Perfect lighting… The right filter… The greats like Picasso, Frida and Rembrandt will show you how to take your selfie game to the next level! (Digital Art, Drawing, Sculpture, Mixed Media)

• BLOSSOMING BOTANICALS (Tuesday, March 17 | 9am-12pm) Explore the wonderland of tropical botanicals that surrounds us everyday. Study the notes of Botanical Pioneers like Martin Johnson Heade and Georgia O’Keefe to create your own lush gardens. (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking)

• POP GOES THE ART (Wednesday, March 18 | 9am-12pm) Push the limits of conventional art and design. Warhol, Lichtenstein, Britto and Harding didn’t think inside the box and neither will you! (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Digital Art)

Confessions of the Corazon: A Night of Storytelling

“Confessions of the Corazon” returns to the Corazon Cinema and Cafe with Kathy Kniery as our featured storyteller, on September 26th. According to her Tale Tellers of St. Augustine bio, it states:

Kathy is a recently transplanted Illinoisan. After 30 years of serving in public and private schools as a library/media specialist and sometimes social studies teacher, she gave up cold weather and snow for sunshine and ocean breezes. It was not a hard choice. Now retired she is focusing on the favorite part of her former career: storytelling. Kathy is also learning more about her favorite hobbies, photography and graphic arts.

Retired educator and storyteller and a fan of the CUBS! East Palatka, FL 32131
Learn more about Kathy at her website: www.storytellerkathy.com
Telephone: 309-825-8482 E-Mail: kkniery@gmail.com

The event is all ages and is $5 (cash only) for each person. There is room for 10 storytellers each time and it is first come, first served. Sign up by purchasing one item and there are free refills on most beverages. Sign up at 5:00 p.m. and the stories begin at 5:30 p.m. Each storyteller receives six to eight minutes of stage time. The featured storyteller gets 10 minutes of stage time and 50% of the proceeds from the door.

After each event, the current featured storyteller draws the name for the following month’s storyteller.

If you are an artist, bring in your works and sell them. Let’s hear your elevator pitch. “Confessions” is perfect for all artists, authors, comedians, writers, poets, influencers, content creators, entrepreneurs, filmmakers, actors, storytellers, etc.

We look forward to seeing you at the event and hearing your stories. Please mark your calendars, set your timers, bring some pals and join us on a great night of storytelling. All are welcomed.

Business Premier Expo

The Business Premier Expo is on Oct. 6, 2018 at the Mark Lance Armory in St. Augustine. Enter on the red carpet, come and learn about area businesses that can help you with your home and business needs. There will be prizes and fun! Don’t miss out! Go to www.upscaleeventproductions.com for more information for entrance and vendor opportunities.

Star Gazing at TrailMark

The Ancient City Astronomy Club will join the TrailMark community for our second star gazing event at the TrailMark amenity center. Attendees are welcome to bring their own telescopes but it is not required. The ACAC will be available will telescopes and to help identify the items visible during the event.

Work as Worship Conference 2019

On February 22, join thousands of Christian business professionals across the country for a 1-day live stream event to hear from experts on connecting your faith and work.

Last year WAW gathered with over 13,000 business professionals across the country for a full 1-day retreat to hear from experts, be encouraged, and discuss how to connect our faith and work.

We would love for you to be a part of our next Work as Worship Retreat here in St. Augustine!

Registration for Work as Worship is now LIVE! Visit workasworshipretreat.org to register today!

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH LEMONLARK PAPERIE

Are you interested in experimenting with watercolors? This workshop is open to everyone, whether you have experience with watercolors, or the last time you let your creative side free was art class in school. We’ll be painting a wreath and you have the choice of making it festive for the holidays, or keeping it more generic to be displayed year round. You also have the option to paint a word, name or monogram inside your wreath — so start thinking about what you’d like do! Sizing options will be 6×6, 6×9 or 9×12. We will go over some watercolor techniques and tips, as well as some ideas on how you can display your new piece of art! Includes price of admission to the festival.

12 Sprays of Christmas

Join the Oil Girls for 3 different workshops to create great stocking stuffers or a little something for yourself for health and wellness. All classes include admission to the festival.

12 Sprays of Christmas – Create 12 home fragrances with all your favorite scents of the season without the artificial chemicals of commercial home sprays.

Time: 11:30am / 4pm

Price: $32

Therapeutic Bath Sugar/Salt Scrubs – Create that spa experience at home using essential oils and simple household ingredients. Soften skin and exfoliate. Choose from 8 different scents. Makes great teacher gifts!

Time: 12:30pm / 3pm

Price: $20

doTERRA Rollerball Make & Take – Learn the basics of essential oils and how to make your own blends to support your own health challenges. Learn how to use essentials oils in everyday wellness. Price includes 2 rollerball applicators of essential oils. Additional rollerballs may be purchased during class.

Time: 2pm

Price: $15

Makers, Food, Music & Community

We are thrilled to announce our new location and our partnership with the Friends of St Augustine Amphitheatre to bring our community a day full of music, creativity, food and fun! The 3rd Annual St. Augustine Makers Fest™ presented by F.O.S.A.A will be held Sunday Dec 9, 2018 at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. The event which runs from 11am-5pm serves as a principal fundraiser for the St. Augustine Public Montessori School, a 501c3 non-profit and St. Johns County Public charter school. Admission is $5 for adults, kids FREE!

Local artisans will be showcasing their amazing crafts and leading in-depth workshops.

This year we introduce Making Worlds where making station crafts are separated into Paper World, Textile World and Nature World under the big top of the Amphitheatre. Our stations provide making opportunities for Makers of all ages to create a quality craft that can be given as a gift or kept for yourself. We have even added a few tall tables this year for Makers over 5ft tall.

To get your making on, make sure to take advantage of our 25% off ticket discount presale, by visiting Simple Gestures (Anastasia Blvd near the Lighthouse) starting Nov 16. OR visit our booth at the Nov 27 Tuesday Night Market or Dec 1 Saturday Market. Tickets are also used for food and beverage purchases. Tickets will also be available for purchase on the day of the event. (Please note no discount or presale is given for admission fee)

We are so excited about our workshop offerings this year. Work in-depth with a local artisan to learn a new skill or brush off an old one. Click on the link below to see what is offered this year and register for your spot. Pre-registration includes admission to the festival. You can register on the day of the event if space permits, but you’ll miss out on this great deal!

Our entertainment this year is going to be spectacular! A special visit from The Venardos Circus, many local bands you love, and some young performers as well are spread over 2 stages.

Make sure to visit our Cardboard Gingerbread Forest, selfie-spots, and 3 community art projects.

Plant Nite – Terrarium Class at Ancient City Brewing Co.

Make your Nite special and become a VIP with promo code “PLANTPLAY40” – Get 40% off your ticket,1st choice of plants and décor and much more!

NOT A MASTER GARDENER?… NO PROBLEM!
DON’T HAVE A GREEN THUMB?… IT’S ALL GOOD!
THERE IS NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

WHY A MATERIALS FEE? We’ll provide each guest with live plants, premium containers and a variety of decorations to create an awesome terrarium. You provide the creative spirit and an open mind.

Plant Nite is invading bars and restaurants near you with everything you need to create a gorgeous terrarium. We’ll guide you and your crew through two lively hours of creativity, drinking, and laughing ‘til your cheeks hurt. Just remember: This isn’t your grandmother’s garden.

*Keep in mind that some of the decorations and plants might be a bit different due to availability, but your garden will still look fabulous!!!

Please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to start time, especially if you have a large group. This will secure seating with your friends and allow you to order your drink before the event begins. *No food or drink is included with your ticket price, and must be purchased at the restaurant. Please note: This is NOT A BYOB event. **Must be 21+ to enter event and purchase alcohol. This is an adult drinking and painting party. No children allowed. Help keep your artist from becoming a starving one – tips are not required, but appreciated!