Five women stand outdoors, each holding a string instrument—violins, viola, and cello. They wear matching floral-patterned jackets over black outfits and smile at the camera, with greenery in the background.

Florida Chamber Music Project

Elevate the human spirit through the beauty of live classical chamber music.

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An art exhibit flyer shows three paintings and details about Second Chapters, held at the Fernandina Beach Library from April 7 to May 30, 2026, featuring works by Karen Atkins, Pat Haley, and Carla Yetter.

Second Chapters Art Exhibit and Artists Reception

Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library is proud to host a reception and present the unique work of three local artists who are creating “Second Chapters” in their artistic careers. […]

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A colorful flyer for a fundraiser at The Golf Club of Amelia Island, featuring event details, date (April 19, 2026), time (3–6pm), entry fee ($15), and activities like a silent auction and art auction.

Art Show at the Golf Club of Amelia Island

Join Island Art Association for an Art Show and Silent Auction with winning bids announced at 6pm. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the incredible art … and the […]

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Multi-Generational Fun on Amelia Island

Amelia Island is the perfect destination for families of all ages, offering a mix of relaxation, adventure, and timeless charm. Whether you’re traveling with little ones, parents, or grandparents, there’s […]

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Five people dressed in formal attire stand outside, smiling and making small heart signs with their fingers. Trees and greenery are visible in the background next to a light-colored building.

“Celebrating Sinatra, The Man and His Music”

Groove with the Dynamic Les DeMerle Band with Bonnie Eisele as they perform iconic songs from Frank Sinatra’s recording, “Sinatra At The Sands” featuring “Come Fly With Me”, “Witchcraft”, “One […]

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Flyer for the Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library Spring Book Sale at Peck Center Gym, listing dates, times, and categories like fiction, children’s books, hobbies, poetry, and more; most items $3 or less.

Spring Book Sale

A community book sale where all proceeds go to support the Fernandina Beach Library. Thousands of books in many categories: Hardcover, Paperback, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children, Young Adult, Romantacy, Romance, Mysteries, […]

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Two dancers, one male and one female, sit on a dimly lit stage back-to-back, heads bowed. Text reads: The Story of Dance: A Journey Through Movement, April 4th, 2026. Amelia Island Dance Festival logo is in the corner.

The Story of Dance: A Journey Through Movement

The Amelia Island Dance Festival (AIDF), in partnership with the Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture, presents The Story of Dance: A Journey Through Movement — a performance-centric […]

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Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival

Spring Music Events on Amelia Island

Spring on Amelia Island arrives with sunshine, sea breezes, and its very own soundtrack. From intimate songwriter sessions and world-class chamber performances to all-day festivals and free outdoor concerts, you […]

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A smiling man in a blue sweatshirt stands in front of a wall with framed records and photos, holding a vinyl record titled Once in a Lifetime by Les Demerle Sound 67. Shelves of records line the background.

Les DeMerle On & Off The Record

Get in the groove with a unique and fun presentation featuring the music of Les DeMerle’s historic LP, “Once In A Lifetime – Sound 67”. Hear the hip, dynamic arrangements […]

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A vintage-style poster for The Shinn-Dig 26 featuring a sunburst, guitars, and event details for a music festival in Fernandina Beach, FL, with band and artist names, date, and location information.

The Shinn-Dig

Shinn Dig 2026: A Day of Music, Community, and Heart at Tigre Island Room Shinn Dig is a free community-driven music festival highlighting original artists, local songwriters, and the next […]

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A jazz big band performs on stage, with musicians playing saxophones, trombones, and trumpets. They sit behind music stands labeled Crescendo Amelia Big Band against a blue curtain backdrop.

Amelia Island Dance Series

Join us on select Sundays in 2026 for an evening of live music & dancing in Fernandina Beach! Perfect for dancing or just enjoying the sounds of a classic big […]

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Two acoustic guitars with necks crossed in an X shape, shown in a black and white illustration.

Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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A smiling woman sits in front of a neon Poetry Canteen sign and a vintage microphone. Text reads, OPEN MIC Tuesday 3:30 - 4:30 pm. The background features colorful, blurred lights.

Poetry Canteen

On the 3rd Tuesday of the month, Amelia Island’s Poet Laureate Nola Perez and friends gather to share their love of poetry, reading their own works or favorites of others. […]

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A promotional image for The Artist’s Studio with Stan Cottle features Stan Cottle smiling in the foreground, framed photos of art and boats, a boardwalk, and a beach scene with a cloudy sunset sky.

The Artist’s Studio with Stan Cottle

Join Donna in conversation with Stan Cottle, whose works are on display in the Art Gallery January 27-April 27, 2026. About the Artist: STAN COTTLE A long-time resident of Amelia […]

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Book cover for The Grassroots Guide to Saving What Matters by Beth Yarbrough, featuring a large historic white mansion with columns, surrounded by trees, with the subtitle Historic Preservation for Everyday People.

Author Event: “The Grassroots Guide to Saving What Matters”

The Grassroots Guide to Saving What Matters with Beth Yarborough. A preservation enthusiast provides a layperson’s roadmap through the building preservation landscape, offering salient tips to anyone looking to protect […]

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A musician dressed as a chef, wearing a white chef hat and coat, plays an electric guitar next to a steaming pot with a large wooden spoon on stage.

“An Evening of Story & Song” with “The Sauce Boss” Bill Wharton

Bill “The Sauce Boss” Wharton is a legendary bluesman and an unforgettable showman, famous for literally cooking up a pot of gumbo on stage (that you’ll get to enjoy after […]

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Book cover for The Barbie Killer by Julia McDermott, featuring a woman’s mannequin-like legs in red high heels and a houndstooth skirt, with the tagline “Another doll for his collection.”.

Author Event: “The Barbie Killer”

Book launch with Julia McDermott in conversation with Linda Sexton A job transfer uproots a young family to a quiet Midwestern town where safety seems like a given. Instead, they […]

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Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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A smiling woman with short, spiky dark hair and a light streak stands against a white wall. She wears a yellow top, a beige vest, and layered necklaces, including one with a turquoise pendant.

30-Day Challenge with Syd Hap

Have you been thinking about starting a new habit, replacing an old routine, or perhaps trying something new? A 30-Day Challenge could be the answer to making progress. Join Donna […]

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A woman speaks to an audience in a brightly lit room. Text reads: “UNF Lecture Series: Artemisia Gentileschi: The Magnificent Exception with Dr. Debra Murphy.” Includes UNF and sponsor logos and a painting of a woman.

The “Magnificent Exception”

Artemisia Gentileschi: “The Magnificent Exception” Join Dr. Debra Murphy, UNF Professor emerita, in celebrating Women’s History Month with lectures on three outstanding women artists. Artemisia Gentileschi, and Berthe Morisot and […]

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A collage with wine glasses, grapes, and a book titled Thats What Friends Are For by Wade Rouse, featuring two men, one holding a book. Text reads Wine & Words and Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture.

“Wine & Words”

Instead of his usual reading at Tea & Tales, local actor Ron Kurtz will be in conversation with Wade Rouse, best-selling author and podcaster of “Wine & Words,” about his […]

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A smiling man with curly hair sits next to a white piano keyboard. The text reads Julian Lawrence Gargiulo. The logo at the bottom right says Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture.

“High Culture in Low Doses” – Pianist With The Hair

Julian Lawrence Gargiulo, commonly referred to as “Pianist with the Hair” because of his distinctive look, is a renowned classical pianist, composer, and humorist who performs all over the world, […]

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A promotional graphic reads Behind the Scenes with Jason Woods. In the center, a man in a suit sits on a chair, smiling and laughing. Comedy and tragedy mask icons with laurel wreaths are on either side.

“Behind The Scenes” with Jason Woods

Go beyond the script as Actor, Jason Woods pulls back the curtain on the creative process of acting and directing. Learn about choices, subtext, and presence for film or stage; […]

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Promotional graphic for a Literary Luncheon with Jane Buyers, featuring Jane Buyers smiling in front of a city skyline and the cover of her book Eight Septembers.

Literary Luncheon with Jane Buyers

Eight Septembers: A Woman on Wall Street from 9/11 to Lehman A young banker in downtown Manhattan survives the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and continues working to help stabilize the […]

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