From The St. Augustine Record: The St. Augustine Police Benevolent Organization (PBO), in partnership with Harley-Davidson of St. Augustine, First Coast Honda, and Premier Cadillac, will host the first “St. Aug Fest” at Francis Field, Feb. 26-28. It will include live music, arts and crafts, local food vendors, a kids zone and special motorcycle parking

The forecast is 65 and sunny for Saturday and 67 and sunny for Sunday! Fabulous! Lots to see and do downtown and beautiful weather to explore both St. Augustine Beach and Vilano Beach areas: Old City Farmer’s Market – every Saturday 8:30am – 12:30 pm – in the parking lot of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.

There’s a great new Irish Pub in town – Meehan’s on Matanzas. Joe and Margaret tried it last week and loved the food, service, and atmosphere. Kelly (our Inn Manager) and Mike also tried it last week and were back this weekend. The location is great – right on the bayfront – on the corner

We have one accommodation left for this Valentine’s weekend. It is available for Sunday and Monday nights and has a whirlpool tub, wood-burning fireplace, and queen bed. Surprise your significant other and stay with us. Call 1-800-824-6062.

Richie Havensat Flagler College Auditorium with Gove ScrivenorThursday, Feb 11Enjoy the unique brand of rhythmic folk music performed by Richie Havens at this special benefit concert for the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival that takes place in May 2010. In 1969, Richie Havens inspired and electrified the audience at Woodstock with his legendary three hour opening

We have two rooms blocked for this evening for a paranormal investigation. A group known as Northeast Florida Paranormal Investigations will begin their investigation of Lily’s Room and the Overlook Room this evening. They will set up and then monitor their equipment throughout the night. There are about 5 people involved. John Duddy is the

Upcoming Music Events (click here for more information):Feb 11-Richie Havens-Flagler AuditoriumMar 6-The Moody Blues-St Aug AmphitheatreMar 19-Aretha Franklin-St Aug Amphitheatre MORE THINGS TO DO IN ST. AUGUSTINE: Feb. 5 First Friday Artwalk Feb. 14 Tour of St. Augustine Houses of Worship Feb. 26-27 St. Augustine Fest Feb 27 Uptown Saturday Night Mar. 5 First Friday

DEBIT WINNERS ANNOUNCED Guests who use their debit cards to pay for their stay are entered into a monthly drawing. Guests who win are awarded a $50 Gift Certificate to the St. Francis Inn. The innkeeper who checked them in also receives a prize. Here are the winners so far (winning innkeepers are in parentheses):

MASSAGE SPECIAL ENDS FEBRUARY 11 Right now we are offering either a free 60-minute massage or 2 30-minute massages (your choice) if you book 2 weeknights at our regular off-season rates between now and Thursday, Feb 11, 2010. This $85 special cannot be combined with any other special or discount, and must be mentioned at

Our licensed therapist, Kelly McCormack, blends various massage and bodywork modalities, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, Thai yoga, and neuromuscular modalities. She’ll improve your circulation, loosen tight muscles and make you feel rejuvenated! Learn more about booking a massage with Kelly. Please book your Massage appointment when you make your room reservation, so we