Entertainment in the Historic City

Art Dorks Rise’ Art Exhibit at space:eight gallery – ‘Art Dorks Rise’ is a group show of 30 internationally-acclaimed artists exhibiting 30 pieces of original work. The show runs through November 30. 228 West King St., St. Augustine. 904-829-2838 www.spaceeight.com

Viva Florida Exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association – Florida’s 500th Anniversary year concludes with this popular exhibition at the St. Augustine Art Association Gallery. The exhibited works celebrate the sights and structures, beaches and byways, flora and fauna, history and happenings that are uniquely Florida. The gallery is open Tuesday – Saturday noon – 4 p.m. and Sunday 2 – 5 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine St. 904-824-2310 www.staaa.org

Holiday Shoppes and Creations -The popular Holiday Shoppes return to the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach — and this year holiday craft workshops and classes are included in a new week-long format! Monday through Wednesday, classes and workshops focusing on homemade decorations and gift ideas will be conducted. Then, Friday through Sunday, the 19th Annual Holiday Shoppes Boutiques will transform the center into a mini-mall featuring 23 hand-picked boutiques from throughout the country– each brimming with unique gift ideas for the entire family. 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach. www.ccpvb.org

The Chess Project Exhibition – The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum at Flagler College will host artist Lee Walton’s “The Chess Project,” an exhibition that is the tangible manifestation of the artist’s pursuit to master his hobby. Admission is free. The Museum is open to the public Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine 904-826-8530 www.flagler.edu/crispellert

Hotel Ponce de Leon 125th Anniversary Community Lecture – Dr. Michele Gregoire presents a lecture titled “Community Intersections: Florida School for the Deaf and Blind’s Music Education Programs and the Hotel Ponce de Leon, 1891 – 1916.” The presentation is part of the commemorative events celebrating the 125th Anniversary of the opening of Henry Flagler’s Ponce de Leon Hotel and takes place at 10 a.m. in the Flagler Room at the former Hotel Ponce De Leon, now Flagler College. Tickets are $5 per person. Active military personnel may attend at no charge. The lecture will last approximately one hour and will be followed by a coffee and pastry reception. 74 King St., St. Augustine. 904-819-6282 www.ponce125.com

Arts and Crafts Festival at St. Augustine Beach Pier – A seaside display of fine art and crafts along with live music and lots of great food! The event takes place from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday at the St. Augustine Beach Pier Park. Admission is free. 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. 352-344-0657 www.tnteventsinc.com

Photography Challenge Event – Photographers, from beginners to professionals, compete to take the best photo at three designated locations within Washington Oaks Gardens State Park. Maps to the featured locations can be obtained from the Ranger Station or from volunteers in the main parking lot. Each month, park volunteers will select the winning photo, which will then be displayed at the Visitors Information Center kiosk and the park’s gift shop. There is no cost to compete. Park admission is $5 per vehicle; $2 per pedestrian/bicyclist. 6400 North Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast. www.floridastateparks.org/washingtonoaks

Nocatee Farmer’s Market – Featuring more than 70 vendors, Nocatee Farmer’s Market takes place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 245 Little River Rd., Ponte Vedra. www.nocatee.com

Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour – The Tolomato Cemetery is the oldest extant planned cemetery in Florida with graves from the First Spanish Period (1565-1763). Visitor access is limited to the 3rd Saturday of each month when docents provide guided tours. Admission is free and donations are encouraged. The cemetery will be open from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 16 Cordova St., St. Augustine. www.tolomatocemetery.com

Civil Rights & Black Heritage Tour – St. Augustine Black Heritage Tours Inc. will offer a FREE historic walking tour at 5 p.m. Learn about St. Augustine’s historic role in Black History and events leading up to the Civil Rights act of 1964. Tours depart from the Tour Saint Augustine office, 4 Granada Street and encompass several blocks over the course of an hour. Space is limited and advance reservations are required. 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineBlackHeritageTours.com

Discover the Birds of Anastasia – Led by an Anastasia State Park volunteer, this fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. From 8:30-10:30 a.m., observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds, and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails, and other areas. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes and a field guide if you have one. Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill pavilion inside the park. The program is included in regular admission of $8 per vehicle with 2-8 occupants, $4 single-occupant vehicle, and $2 bicyclist or walker. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-461-2035 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia

“Forgotten Graveyards” A Tolomato Talk – The Tolomato Cemetery Preservation Association will host a talk by Dr. Kathy Deagan on “Forgotten Graveyards” 3 p.m. at Bishop Baker Hall at the Cathedral Parish School. Admission and parking are free. 259 St. George St., St. Augustine. www.tolomatocemetery.com

“Check, Please” at the Raintree Restaurant – A theatrical performance of “Check, Please,” combined with great dining, creates a memorable and enjoyable evening of entertainment. Tickets to this dinner theatre experience in the upstairs dining room of the Raintree Restaurant are $39.95 (adult beverages served separately). Dinner is served at 6 p.m. (5:30 p.m. arrival suggested) and the show begins at 7 p.m. 102 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. 904-824-7211 www.raintreerestaurant.com