Friday: April 6

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Whale and Dolphin Lecture
Join Naturalists Zach McKenna and Angie Golubovich, along with environmental Filmmaker & Author Hardy Jones for an exciting talk about whales and dolphins, efforts to learn more about local cetaceans, and ways that the fate of marine mammals and humans are intertwined. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lunch. A limited amount of refreshments will be available. The talk begins at noon and is sponsored by the GTM Research Reserve, St. Augustine Eco Tours, and BlueVoice.org. For more information please call (904) 377-7245.

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First Friday Art Walk
Enjoy the latest exhibits, music, entertainment and refreshments at more than 20 St. Augustine art galleries. Park for free at the San Sebastian Winery, 157 King Street, where sightseeing trains and trolleys offer free round-trips to the heart of the art district – or go on your own self-guided art walk. Galleries are open from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 904.829.0065 or visit www.artgalleriesofstaugustine.com.

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233 West King Grand Opening
Be among the first to visit the exciting new art gallery, 233 West King, located at (of course) 233 West King Street in St. Augustine. The gallery will open its doors for the first time for First Friday Art Walk and visitors will be thrilled by “Bug Shots” featuring nature and wildlife photographs by Frank Berna. The photos capture visually beautiful flora and eye-popping insects and reptiles. Frank Berna will be on hand and on Saturday, April 7, will present a workshop. The exhibit will run through the month of April and a portion of the show’s proceeds will be donated to the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida. For more information, call 904.910.8925.

Spring Flowers Show
Enjoy a springtime rendition of flowers in art at the new exhibit at Worley Faver Gallery, 11A Aviles Street in St. Augustine. The special First Friday event and exhibit opening includes an opportunity to meet artists Worley Faver, Kristin Hosbein, Russ Wilson, Wendy Norton, C Ford Riley, Richard Warholic and Claire Kendrick. This exhibit will be open through April 27. For more information, call 904.829.2450 or visit www.favergallery.com

First Friday Carnival Show
Walk the nation’s oldest street and arrive in Brazil when Restaurant and Café Sol at 8 Aviles Street in St. Augustine presents a BIG First Friday Art Walk Carnival! From 6:30-8:30 p.m., join Chef Sol and his staff as the present live Rio dancers, Samba drummers, Joel & Band with two dancers performing both Flamenco and Classical routines. It’s a street party – and free of charge! Plus, it’s the grand opening of Restaurant and Café Sol serving the finest in Brazilian cuisine.

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Sunset/Moonrise at St. Augustine Lighthouse
Enjoy the sunset and moonrise from the most unique perspective in all of St. Augustine – the top of the Lighthouse! This special event includes a champagne toast, provided by San Sebastian Winery, hors d’oeuvres from The Reef and an informative overview of the history of the St. Augustine Light Station. The tour is from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at the St. Augustine Lighthouse located at 81 Lighthouse Avenue. Check for times. Admission is $25 for non-museum members and $20 for members. Reservations are required. For more information, visit www.StAugustineLighthouse.org, or to reserve a spot, call 904.829.0745.

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Sunday: April 8
Vilano Beach Easter Sunrise Service
Celebrate Easter morning seaside starting with a with musical sunrise meditation at 6:30 a.m. Then at 7a.m. a service of song and dance and a brief message on living life with the joy and hope. It all takes place at Vilano Beach ramp, at the east end of Vilano Road in St. Augustine. For more information, call 904.808.8304.

Sunrise Services at Castillo de San Marcos
Celebrate the dawn of Easter Sunday at a sunrise service on the grounds Castillo de San Marcos, overlooking the Matanzas Bay, in St. Augustine. The Services will take place at 7 a.m. Music will be presented by the NcNaught family.

Crescent Beach Easter Sunrise Service
Greet the Easter sunrise with thousands of worshippers seaside at Crescent Beach. The program, presented by Crescent Beach Baptist Church, begins at 7:15 a.m. on the beach with special music and an inspiring message. For more information, call 904.794.7777.

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Annual St. Augustine Easter Parade
Enjoy the spectacle of marching bands, floats, drill teams, clowns, the Royal Family and the city’s carriage horses wearing hats donated by nationally- recognized women and the Easter Bunny. The parade begins at 3 p.m. at the Mission of Nombre de Dios and winds through downtown St. Augustine. Trophies will be presented in four categories. For more information, call 904-829-2333.