Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Nights of Lights Nov 2015-Jan 2016 | Page 38

JANUARY January 23 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 23 EMMA Concert Performance: Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra with Pianist Adam Golka EMMA Concert Association presents the internationally recognized Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra with piano soloist Adam Golka at 7:30 p.m. at the Flagler College’s Lewis Auditorium. The Polish Baltic Philarmonic is the largest music institution in northern Poland, organizing symphonic concerts, recitals, and chamber music soirees by the most prominent Polish musicians as well as by many world-famous artists. Pianist Adam Golka has won widespread critical and popular acclaim with his “brilliant technique and real emotional depth” (The Washington Post). Tickets are $40 ($5 for students) and may be purchased in advance on the website.14 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-797-2800 www.emmaconcerts.com January 24 David Bruce and Mozart with Peter Wright Experience live classical music in an intimate chamber music setting. The Florida Chamber Music Project presents David Bruce’s “Gumboots” and Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet featuring Peter Wright on clarinet. The performance is at 3 p.m. (gates open at 2 p.m.) Tickets are $25. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. www.flchambermusic.org/ January 28 Ana Popovic at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Critically-acclaimed international blues guitarist and singer Ana Popovic will perform at 8 p.m.(Gates open at 7 p.m.) at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. The award-winning, hard-touring, guitar slinger blends smoking electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals and a tight blues groove with soulful, feminine vocals. Add to the mix her incredible stage presence, all of which makes her an irresistible force in the world of contemporary blues music. Advance tickets are $28 and $32 day of show. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-209-0367 www.PVConcertHall.com January 29 Shawn Colvin Live at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Contemporary folk artist Shawn Colvin will perform at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Winner of three Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for her murder ballad “Sunny Came Home,” Colvin is a singular and enduring talent in an era when female singersongwriters are ever more ubiquitous. Tickets for this seated show are $53 for the first 6 rows and $43 for all remaining seats. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com January 30 Matanzas 5000 36th Annual 5K & Fun Run The 36th annual Matanzas 5000 5K and Fun Run begins at Francis Field, located on West Castillo Dr. in St. Augustine, and continues downtown along the historic bay front.  The awards ceremony follows the race.  Registration is $20 in advance through January 19th, $25 January 20th - January 29; $30 the day of the race. 29 W. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. 904-461-1615 www.ancientcityrr.org; www.matanzas5k.com January 31 Colin Hay Concert at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Singer, guitarist and front man for Men at Work, Colin Hay will perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall at 8 p.m. (doors open 7 p.m.). Tickets are $39.50 for the first 10 rows, and $29.50 for all remaining rows. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach. 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com Editor’s Note: Please call to confirm events before driving long distances as some dates and times could vary. An updated calendar is available every 2-4 months. In addition, an updated calendar of events is available at the VCB’s website, www.FloridasHistoricCoast.com or www.NightsofLights.com, or by calling 800-653-2489 or 904-829-1711. 38 for more visitor information visit www.FloridasHistoricCoast.com or call 904-829-1711 39