Historic City News readers are invited to enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at more than 20 galleries this evening when Art Galleries of St Augustine presents the popular “First Friday Art Walk” at member locations; open from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Last year, State Farm challenged their employees to be a “Green” neighbor as well as a “Good” neighbor, with a contest promoting a community initiative to “go green” in the workplace, marketplace, and neighborhood.

The St Johns County School District is asking Historic City News readers in St Augustine and St Johns County to register their kindergarten-age children and returning students to the school system before school starts on August 20.

Keepers of the Coast, a local non-profit dedicated to promoting coastal stewardship and the conservation of coastal habitat, are recruiting volunteers for the 4th Annual “Day After” Beach Clean-Up on Thursday, July 5th.

Sonia Colyer announced to Historic City News in St Augustine that volunteers are needed for the 2012 St Johns County sea turtle wash-back program; providing assistance to distressed juvenile sea turtles that have washed ashore because they became entangled in seaweed — commonly following a storm.

Vilano Beach merchants and Town Center planners announced to local Historic City News reporters that this month’s Sunset Celebration, held on the first Saturday at the Vilano Beach Pier, would feature dozens of market vendors and Town Center businesses.

During the regular meeting of the St Augustine Planning and Zoning Board yesterday, Flagler College lost their request to proceed with an amended Planned Unit Development to develop a 20,000 square foot communications facility in Historic Preservation District 3 at Cordova and Cuna streets.

Speaking for St Johns County Beach Services, Lt Jeremy Robshaw informed Historic City News that hot and sunny weather is forecast all week; making local beaches a great destination to enjoy the holiday festivities.