February 6 Usdin Judeo-Christian Lecture Series – Charles Gallagher This lecture, hosted by Flagler College, features guest speaker Charles Gallagher. He came to Boston College from the Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations in 2010, where he was a visiting fellow, teaching undergraduate and doctoral courses on religion and international relations. In 2008, he published Vatican Secret Diplomacy: Joseph P. Hurley and Pope Pius XII, which won the John Gilmary Shea Prize from the American Catholic Historical Association. The event is at 7 p. m. at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine 904-829-6481 www. flagler. edu / news-events / community-events / lectures
February 8 Gaelic Storm at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall After nearly two decades and more than 3,000 live shows, Gaelic Storm – the chart-topping, multi-national Celtic band – is looking sharper than ever with its latest release, Matching Sweaters. The new album mixes traditional Irish music with modern influences, creating a sound that’ s as wide-ranging as the band’ s own audience. Doors open at 7 p. m.; performance at 8 p. m. Admission ranges from $ 48- $ 33. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-209-0367 www. pvconcerthall. com
February 9 Ideas & Images at Flagler College- Preserving our Built Heritage in the 21st Century The guest speaker, Brian Goeken, has more than 25 years experience in historic preservation, urban planning, architecture, economic development and urban design. His talk is titled Preserving Our Built Heritage in the 21st Century: Addressing Contemporary Challenges. He has worked to ensure Historic Landmark protection for Chicago’ s Wrigley Field. He is currently the chief of the National Park Service’ s Technical Preservation Services Office, overseeing this community revitalization program. The free event takes place at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College at 7 p. m. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine 904-819-6443 www. flagler. edu / news-events / community-events / lectures
February 9 Flagler College Writers-in-Residence- Marvin Dunn This free event hosted by Flagler College features Dr. Marvin Dunn. He will talk about his new book, A History of Florida: Through Black Eyes. Dunn taught for 34 years in the Department of Psychology at Florida International University. He has written multiple books and directed three documentaries. The event is at 7 p. m. in the Solarium at Ponce Hall. 74 King St., St. Augustine 904-819-6339 www. flagler. edu / news-events / community-events / lectures