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January 3 - 31 (Saturdays Only) Nights of Lights & Holiday Traditions Plaza Stroll Tour Saint Augustine hosts a free Nights of Lights & Holiday Traditions walking tour to take in the amazing views while learning the historical significance of these ‘white lights’ and exploring how this colonial-era tradition has become a famous modern day spectacle not to be missed. Tours depart at 7 p.m. from the Tour St. Augustine office, 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineCityWalks.com January 4 Sunset/Moonrise at St. Augustine Lighthouse Enjoy the sunset and moonrise from the top of the Lighthouse!  The $30 admission 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. 81 Lighthouse Ave., St. Augustine. 904-829-0745 www.staugustinelighthouse.org January 8 Author Pat Conroy Headlines Southern Author Event New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy headlines an evening of author presentations at Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. Conroy is the author of such popular best sellers as The Prince of Tides, The Great Santini and Beach Music. This unique fundraising event for the Florida Heritage Book Festival also includes South Carolina author Bernie Schein and two Florida authors, Janis Owens and Mark Powell. The event begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-940-0194 www.fhbookfest.com/pat-conroy-and-usc-press January 8 - 11 Siege at St. Augustine: SASS Florida State Cowboy Action Shooting Championship The Florida SASS State Championship will take place at the Ancient City Shooting Range. Events include a Black Powder Match, Cowboy Fast Draw and side matches, safety meetings and several other shooting-style matches. Siege at St. Augustine is a SASSsanctioned state championship. 3021 Agricultural Center Dr., St. Augustine. http://siegeatstaugustine.com January 11 The Rat Pack and “It Was A Very Good Year” by Tony Sands Tony Sands presents his musical tribute to Frank Sinatra featuring the songs that made “Ol’ Blue Eyes” one of America’s greatest entertainers. Performance at the Pioneer Barn at Fort Menendez starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $20 general admission. 259 San Marco Ave. St. Augustine. 904-824-8874 www.fortmenendez.com 36