Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Spring 2018 Feb-May | Page 7

February 3 CHARACTER COUNTS! in St. Johns County Six Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk This race starts at Palencia Elementary School and begins at 9 a.m. There will be a 6K and 3K. Registration for the 6K ranges from $35-$25; registration for the 3K ranges from $30-$20. 355 Palencia Village Dr., St. Augustine 904-547-7504 www.racesmith.com February 3 Children’s Shorebird Nesting From 10 a.m. – noon St. Johns County Parks and Recreation and the Audubon Society will offer a free children’s program for youth, third grade and up. Participants will learn about the unique birds that nest along our beaches. In addition, children will participate in activities that mirror what the real bird biologists do to protect our local nesting sites. 3171 Coastal Hwy., Vilano Beach 904-209-0335 [email protected] February 3 Mozart Orchestra of New York Presented by EMMA Concert Association EMMA Concert Association presents Mozart Orchestra of New York as part of its Winter Orchestral Series. The orchestra will perform Mozart’s last three symphonies, No’s 39, 40 and 41. The concert takes place at Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $40. 14 Granada St., St. Augustine 904-797-2800 www.emmaconcerts.com February 3-4 UNF Sponsored Collegiate Show Florida’s collegiate equestrian teams will be competing against each other at the St. Johns County Equestrian Center. The show begins at 9 a.m. both days. Admission is free for spectators. 8200 Smith Rd., Hastings 904-588-8017 www.sjchc.org February 4 Cooking Class at Rype & Readi Golf Bistro Join a chef for this cooking class at Rype & Readi Golf Bistro from 6-9 p.m. Visit the website to purchase tickets. The cost for the class ranges from $65- $40. 4900 Cypress Links Blvd., Elkton 904-209-0360 www.rypeandreadi.com February 6 Jake Shimabukuro at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall warmly welcomes the return of ukulele virtuoso and composer Jake Shimabukuro. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the performance is at 8 p.m. Admission is $51 and $41. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-209-0367 www.pvconcerthall.com February 7 Everyone Can Conserve: Bird is the Word Join GTM Research Reserve and St. Johns County at the Players Community Center in Ponte Vedra for a free family conservation night. People of all ages are welcome to learn about the incredible birds of our area. Participants will also have the opportunity to make bird houses to take home. Dinner will be provided for all who make reservations. 175 Landrum Lane, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-209-0335 [email protected]