The Spanish Colonial Grand Muster steps off Saturday, with a day and evening of educational, interpretive, and interactive demonstrations including portrayals of 18th century St. Augustine and other interpretive programs.

Jane Sims, publicist and performer of Tale Tellers of St. Augustine announced to Historic City News local reporters that future performances of Theater of the Mind: Storytelling will take place at their new venue — Fort Menendez at the Old Florida Museum.

Chairman Harlan Mason and the St. Johns County Republican Party announced to Historic City News their speakers and plans for the upcoming 2011 Lincoln – Reagan Day Celebration on Tuesday May 24th, 2011.

Monday, May 23 at 7 pm. “Working Together to Protect Florida’s Special Places”

Florida’s beaches, springs, sprawling forests, high and dry scrub, and shadowy swamps all combine to make Florida a remarkable place to live and visit.

Vivian Browning addressed the St. Johns County Civic Association Roundtable this morning and Historic City News editor Michael Gold was on hand to ask questions about her presentation regarding the Anastasia Mosquito Control Board.

For the first time in history, Historic City News has learned that Whetstone Chocolates of St. Augustine will offer kids an opportunity to become real gourmet chocolatiers through their Chocolate Camp for Kids programs.

The Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments remind Historic City News readers that historic weapons demonstrations are scheduled regularly at both parks — weather and personnel permitting.