Twilight Tours at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum

Have you ever wondered about the darker side of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum’s history?

This Halloween season, for the first time, we will be offering evening tours. However, these tours will not just be our regular daytime tours given at night.

These special tours will explore the House’s tragic past. Learn the details of some of the thirteen deaths which have occurred on our property, as well as the tales of some of our spookier visitors.

The Twilight Tours will take place on Tuesday, October 29th, Wednesday October 30th, Friday November 1st, and Saturday November 2nd, at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm nightly.

Tours are $10 per person and last approximately 30-45 minutes. No reservations necessary but you welcome to prepay by calling or stopping by the museum. Gift Shop: (904) 342-8887.

Plan to join us for some haunting history.

Holiday Shopping Kickoff

Join us for homemade biscotti and cider for a most enjoyable shopping day! Start up your holiday shopping with special offers, free gift wrapping and a surprise gift with purchase (you’ll want to keep it for yourself)!

Twilight Tours at the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum

Have you ever wondered about the darker side of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum’s history?

This Halloween season, for the first time, we will be offering evening tours. However, these tours will not just be our regular daytime tours given at night.

These special tours will explore the House’s tragic past. Learn the details of some of the thirteen deaths which have occurred on our property, as well as the tales of some of our spookier visitors.

The Twilight Tours will take place on Tuesday, October 29th, Wednesday October 30th, Friday November 1st, and Saturday November 2nd, at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm nightly.

Tours are $10 per person and last approximately 30-45 minutes. No reservations necessary but you welcome to prepay by calling or stopping by the museum. Gift Shop: (904) 342-8887.

Plan to join us for some haunting history.

MOOD THE SHOW

Join us for MOOD THE SHOW, a night of hair and inspiration, on November 10th at 7PM at Paper Root. Mood is a platform for international artists from different backgrounds to come together for one night and celebrate their love of the craft. Founded and hosted by Push Push Salon, Mood is powered by The Salon People and set to showcase some of the most respected hairdressers and educators from multiple hair care brands, including AVEDA, Sebastian, Arrojo, L’Oreal, Cruxe and more.

The show will feature 30-minute demos from each artist offing an up-close view of their techniques and look. We want active learners, engaging interactions, and we want the audience to feel free to be as close as they want. Along with live demonstrations, there will be artist booths where attendees can meet and greet with their favorite artists and learn about their passions and ways to connect for future educational opportunities.

We are also very proud to offer Push Push Academy tool center where attendees can shop the latest tools from combs, clips, brushes, and our newest carry all utility bag. So join us for a night of hair and inspiration and enjoy the show!

Vilano Fest 2019

Vilano Fest is an event that celebrates the history, future, individuality and togetherness of Vilano Beach. The event consists of The Sea Turtle Soiree on Saturday, November 2nd, which is a 1920’s themed party which takes place under a 200 foot lighted tent at the end of the Vilano Beach Pier with music by RAMONA Big Band and food catered by The Reef restaurant. On Sunday, November 3rd there is a Tour of Homes where all guests are transported by Old Town Trolley and features a variety of homes with amazing water views. This year we also have a ‘refreshment’ stop on tour where local restaurants including Beaches, Puccini’s and Everything Bagel will be serving up food along with music by Chelsea Saddler and Jim Johnston. This is the 3rd Annual Event, which draws people from all over the North Florida region including Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine and in partnership with North Shores Improvement Association, proceeds are invested back into the community to help improve quality of life, lighting and walkability.

Vilano Fest 2019

Vilano Fest is an event that celebrates the history, future, individuality and togetherness of Vilano Beach. The event consists of The Sea Turtle Soiree on Saturday, November 2nd, which is a 1920’s themed party which takes place under a 200 foot lighted tent at the end of the Vilano Beach Pier with music by RAMONA Big Band and food catered by The Reef restaurant. On Sunday, November 3rd there is a Tour of Homes where all guests are transported by Old Town Trolley and features a variety of homes with amazing water views. This year we also have a ‘refreshment’ stop on tour where local restaurants including Beaches, Puccini’s and Everything Bagel will be serving up food along with music by Chelsea Saddler and Jim Johnston. This is the 3rd Annual Event, which draws people from all over the North Florida region including Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine and in partnership with North Shores Improvement Association, proceeds are invested back into the community to help improve quality of life, lighting and walkability.

Noel Coward’s classic Blithe Spirit

In this spirited classic, Charles Condomine is a temperamental writer, who is haunted (literally) by the spirit of his first wife, the vivacious Elvira, after she is mistakenly summoned during a seance, by “Happy Medium” Madame Arcati. Charles suddenly finds himself in the middle of a most otherworldly love triangle, between Elvira and his second wife Ruth, as both women vie for his affections. Elvira, however, is determined to have Charles all to herself, even if it means finding a way for him to join her in the afterlife! A hilariously ethereal theater experience!

Masterworks Concert: Brahms, Schubert & Friends

The award-winning St. Augustine Orchestra opens its 58th season celebrating the melodious sounds of brass and woodwind instruments with classic pieces from the mid-1800s to a contemporary concerto for tuba written by a distinguished, Emmy Award-winning composer.
The Masterworks Concert: Brahms, Schubert & Friends will include Johannes Brahms’ lively Academic Festival; Franz Schubert’s ‘unfinished’ Symphony No. 8; Johann Nepomuk Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto and Bruce Broughton’s Tuba Concerto.

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.

Veuve Clicquot “Florida Fun in the Sun”

On Friday, Sept. 20, Veuve Clicquot, the iconic yellow-label champagne house, will partner with Casa Monica Resort & Spa to host an exclusive poolside summer party for residents and visitors of St. Augustine! Featuring live music, Veuve Clicquot specials, games, and more, the “Florida Fun in the Sun” event will be the place to see and be seen, kicking off the fall season and sharing a toast to the end of summer. Tickets are available for $12 through Eventbrite.