Claude’s Chocolates is just a short walk up St. George Street – 2 blocks from the Inn – “up the street and ’round the corner”.  The shop is a chocolate wonderland anytime, but Claude & Nicole are going all out for the Halloween season.  Pictured above is the Milk Chocolate Pumpkin. Crack open this pumpkin

Our guest – Robin Tjiong – shared this photo of Zeke with us.  Robin stayed with us last week.  Thanks, Robin!

The Florida Heritage Book Festival has started!  This weekend authors will be roaming the old streets…maybe you can spot one! (If you want to meet authors and purchase books, see the marketplace information below.)  Staying with us this weekend will be: Photo from Florida Heritage Book Festival Les Standiford – best-selling author of Bringing Adam Home,

Friday and Saturday:  September 23 & 24 FLORIDA HERITAGE BOOK FESTIVALGet literary at this celebration of the authors and books that chronicle the ethnic, social, and historical heritage of the Sunshine State.  The festival will feature a wide array of events and activities including workshops, readings, and book signings by popular authors. On Friday, writer’s workshops

  The Historic Llambias House  – our meeting facility.  Inside the Historic Llambias House  Here is what the St. Francis Inn offers all our Small Retreats: Dedicated Meeting Space in the historic Llambias House (circa 1763) – up to 24 persons.  “A landmark with nearly a square block of enclosed garden for a private reception.”

Chefs on Florida’s Historic Coast are once again making history with signature dishes featuring local favorites and heritage-inspired flavors. Throughout October, eighteen outstanding restaurants will present a prix fixe (fixed price) three-course menu that will showcase their best culinary skills. Local downtown restaurants participating in this event include: The Tasting Room Bistro de Leon Sara’s

We hope you are having a wonderful Labor Day!

FRIDAY * SEPTEMBER 2, 2011 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