Our new gardener, Jill Ziebell (www.FindYourInnerDirt.com), has a vision for the  St. Francis Inn.  She believes that “Gardening is Art through Design.”  And we are seeing her vision come to life. She started by cleaning out the beds around the fish pond, cutting down the small tree that had sprouted there, and transplanting many plants

FRIDAY MARCH 30Free Concert at Villa ZoraydaGet inspired with a beautiful mix of music and architecture when the Royalaires choir performs at Villa Zorayda. The Royalaires, from Gentry, Arkansas, will be under the direction of Leandro Bizama, a native of Argentina with a masters in choral conducting from the University of Arkansas. The Royalaires’ repertoire

FRIDAY, MARCH 23Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt Perform at St. Augustine AmphitheatreEnjoy an evening performance that combines the talents of American rock guitarist, pianist, singer, and songwriter John Hiatt with singer-songwriter and actor, Lyle Lovett. The performance takes place at 8 p.m. Tickets are $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is located at 1340

Last week we had several trees trimmed around our parking lot.  In addition, our neighbor’s tree had died and several branches were hanging over the parking lot and it was scheduled to be cut down.  Heather (our youngest innkeeper and therefore the most energetic!) was assigned MISSION IMPOSSIBLE:  getting guests’ cars moved to the Oldest

BIKE WEEK IS HERE!

2012 Celtic Music and Heritage FestivalIt’s here at last! Celebrate the Celtic Heritage that is such an important part of our Nation’s oldest city. The fun begins with the second annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Then on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to

The St. Francis Inn received the Donal A. Dermody White Glove Award in recognition of its outstanding performance in housekeeping. The award was presented as a result of an annual quality-assurance audit performed by The Property Review Program – an independent on-site inspection service serving the hotel and cruise industries.  The St. Francis Inn is

Art Walk, 2 new Plays Opening, Privateers Sack the City, and Hank Williams Jr – What a Weekend! Friday: March 2First Friday Art WalkEnjoy 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

Saturday: February 25 Living History Days at Fort MoseExperience living history demonstrations as volunteers in period dress offer visitors a fascinating glimpse into the past. Program is weather permitting.The demonstrations take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Fort Mose State Park located at 15 Fort Mose Trail in St. Augustine. Admission is $4 per vehicle