St. Johns County Cultural Council, the county’s designated local arts agency, periodically reports upcoming cultural events to local Historic City News reporters for the benefit of our readers.
Annual Honors Show
St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine Phone: (904)-824-2310
Event Pricing:
New works by award winning artists.
Wednesday, June 02, 201 to Sunday, June 27, 2010
Tue-Sat: Noon to 4pm, Sun: 2-5p.m.
Florida Artists Group
St. Aug. Art Association, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine Phone: (904)-824-2310
Event Pricing:
An exhibition of selected works by members of the Florida Artists Group.
Wednesday, June 02, 2010 to Sunday, June 27, 2010
Tue-Sat: Noon to 4pm, Sun: 2-5p.m.
Death of a Salesman
Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Avenue, St. Augustine Phone: 904-8251164
http://www.limelight-theatre.org
Event Pricing: $25
Arthur Miller’s drama about Willy Loman, a salesman who is past his prime and sinking fast in the pursuit of a goal that is not only unattainable but was never real to begin with.
Friday, June 04, 2010 to Sunday, June 20, 2010
Th-Sat: 7:30p.m. Sunday: 2:00p.m.
Amy Alysia & The Soul Operation at SJC Pier Park
350 A1A Beach Boulevard, St. Augustine Beach Phone: 904-347 8007
http://www.thecivicassociation.com
Event Pricing: Free
Dinner from Amici’s Restaurant at 6p.m.Amy Alysia and The Soul Operation plays rhythm and blues and Motown tunes at 7p.m.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
7p.m.
Sherlock Holmes: Dinner & a Movie at River House
179 Marine St., St. Augustine Phone: 209-3646
http://www.stjohnscoa.com/
Event Pricing: $12/50
Join us at River House, 179 Marine St. for a night out! June’s feature film is “Sherlock Homes”, starring Robert Downey, Jr. The $12.50 ticket price includes a delicious dinner, dessert, snacks and soft drinks. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Seating is limited so please call Linley Harriss at 209-3646 or email lharriss@stjohnscoa.com
Thursday, June 17, 2010
4:30p.m.
Ancient city Slickers at Concerts in the Plaza
Downtown plaza, St. Augustine Phone: 904-825-1004
http://www.plazaconcerts.com
Event Pricing: Free
Ancient City Slickers play big fun music! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
7p.m.
Southern Exposure: Works by Russ Wilson & Jerry Hallan
50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach Phone: (904) 280-0614
Event Pricing: Free
The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach will showcase the works of regional painter Russ Wilson, and sculptural artist Jerry Hallan. Wilson’s realistic interpretations of life and places in the South draw the viewer into his paintings. Hallan’s large scale sculptural pieces are a fun representation of wildlife in Florida. Exhibit dates: June 18 – July 30, 2010. Opening reception: Friday, June 18 at 6:30p.m.
Also on display: The Art of Healing from Cancer Exhibition, featuring works by collage artist Joyce Gabiou and sculptures by Catherine Morris, in the Community Gallery.
Friday, June 18, 2010 to Friday, July 30, 2010
6p.m. Opening reception
Artist Bill Mack personal appearance at Loves’ Art Emporium.
8 Cathedral Place, Saint Augustine Phone: 904-824-0844
Event Pricing: Free
Bill Mack is one of America’s most gifted and personable creative artists, and this show will rival events conducted anywhere in the world. Youthful and enthusiastic, ambitious and stylish, Mack has a distinctive flair about him. For example, there is a fresh red rose bud he wears on his lapel every day. Though he will not reveal the personal reason why he began the practice some years ago, the red rose has become a symbolic trademark. Without a doubt, Mack’s creations are strikingly unique in the world of art. In or out of his studio, Mack is an unusual man and artist, influencing today’s world of contemporary art. His fans are never disappointed and as always, a single red rose will be waiting just for you. Join us in the gallery for Bill’s personal appearance on Friday & Saturday June 18 – 19, 2010 at Loves’ Art Emporium, located at 8 Cathedral Place in downtown St. Augustine, FL, featuring: New Sculpture, Original Reliefs and works from the Hollywood Sign Project.
Friday, June 18, 2010 to Saturday, June 19, 2010
10:00am – 10:00pm
Basic Sketching Classes at River House
179 Marine Street, Saint Augustine Phone: 904.209.3646
Event Pricing: $60 includes instruction and supplies
Drawing Classes to begin at the River House. If you can’t draw a straight line or if you can draw all kinds of lines-but just can’t make them look like anything, then these classes are for you. With Linda Brandt’s instruction, you’ll be drawing, not just reading about a bunch of confusing theories. You will learn: Easy and useful tips for blending, shading, perspective, the human figure and more techniques to help you create realistic drawings and demonstrations to show you how to put your ideas all together and into finished drawings. River House would like to make art accessible to seniors regardless of income limitations. With the support of the St. Johns County Cultural Council serving St. Johns County, and the State of the Arts License Plate Program, we are proud to offer scholarships for two students to this class. Contact Linley Harriss at 209-3646 or lharriss@stjohnscoa.com for registration or scholarship criteria.
Friday, June 18, 2010 to Friday, July 23, 2010
12:30PM-2PM
Visions of a Universal Humanity
1795 Old Moultrie Rd, St. Augustine Phone: (904) 825-3600
http://www.CSLstaugustine.org
Event Pricing: Donation
Futurist Barbara Marx Hubbard brings together some of the finest minds of our time, presenting us with positive, future scenarios for humanity based on the latest scientific, social and spiritual realities. For more information go to our website at www.CSLstaugustine.org or call (904) 825.3600.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
7:00 pm
Juneteenth Festival
West King Street, St. Augustine Phone: 904-810-5643
Event Pricing: n/a
The West Augustine Community Redevelopment Agency Cultural Committee will hold the annual “Take Pride in the West Side” and Juneteenth Festival. The parade begins at 10a.m. on June 19. There will be vendors, food, contests, giveaways, and live entertainment and a Youth Talent Competition.
Saturday, June 19, 2010 to Sunday, June 20, 2010
10a.m.
St. Augustine Music Festival
38 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine Phone: 904-962-2597
Event Pricing: Free
The St. Augustine Music Festival opens at the Cathedral Basilica with a special Family day program at 2p.m. on June 20. Subsequent performances begin at 7:30p.m. the following five days.All concerts will be at the Cathedral Basilica. Composers featured will include Bach, Mozart, and other musical giants.
Sunday, June 20, 2010 to Friday, June 25, 2010
2p.m. on June 20 then 7:30p.m.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at the Limelight Theatre
11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine Phone: (904) 825-1164
http://www.Limelight-Theatre.org
Event Pricing: $25 for adults,senior/military discounts
Richard O’Brien’s cult rock and roll horror-comedy musical, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW back by popular demand portrays the journey of innocent young couple Brad and Janet and their corruption at the hands of mad Transylvanian scientist Dr. Frankenfurter. Audience participation is encouraged! Please, no props from home–participation prop packages will be available before the show
Tuesday, June 22, 2010 to Saturday, July 10, 2010
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm July 3: 11p.m.
Those Guys at SJC Pier Park
350 A1A Beach boulevard, St. Augustine Beach Phone: 904-347-8007
http://www.thecivicassociation.com
Event Pricing: Free
Those Guys play classic rock and roll.Dinner will be available from Pizza Garden and Pastabilities starting at 6p.m.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
7p.m.
DR. CONSTANCE UPHOLD TO SPEAK AT RIVER HOUSE/UF Series
179 Marine Street, St. Augustine Phone: Susan Johnson at (904) 209-3662
http://www.stjohnscoa.com/
Event Pricing: Free
Dr. Uphold is a research associate professor in the Institute on Aging at UF and is the Associate Director of Education at the Veterans Affairs Geriatrics Research and Clinical Center. Her presentation, “Guide to Being an Empowered Health Care Consumer” will focus on ways patients and families can take an active role in promoting their own health. Dr. Uphold will discuss communicating with your health care team; preparing for medical visits; finding health information; making smart decisions and living a healthy lifestyle.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
7p.m.
Elizabeth and The Grapes of Roth in the Plaza
Downtown Plaza, St. Augustine Phone: 904-825-1004
http://www.plazaconcerts.com
Event Pricing: Free
Elizabeth and the Grapes of Roth play rock and roll in the Plaza. Bring a blanket and chair to sit on.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
7p.m.
For information on the local music scene visit: http://oldcity.com/musicnews
For additional details on the cultural events reported to Historic City News by St. Johns Cultural Council, visit their website at www.stjohnsculturalcouncil.org
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