“The House Built on Alligator Bones” October 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Alligators and Amelia Island play starring roles in this Florida gothic horror novel by Sophia Huneycutt. It’s a story of mysterious occurences, generations of matriarchal family lore, and buried secrets. The program not only introduces this native Florida author and her new book, but also features a special guest courtesy of the Okefenokee Swamp Park. […] Free
“Get Rid of Stuff” October 14 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL In this memoir by a self-described recovering packrat, you’ll find motivation and effective and surprising ways to downsize and declutter. Marcia DeFalco affirms you can start anywhere — with individual items, categories of your belongings, or areas of your home.Gain peace of mind by rehoming your cherished and useful belongings in meaningful ways. Marcia’s book […] Free
“Paint Party” with Jenny Atkinson October 13 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Ready for a fun, creative escape? Grab a friend or three and join Jenny for the “Moonlit Raven” paint party! No experience needed—Jenny provides pre-traced canvases, paints, brushes, and step-by-step guidance. Have fun with friends, new and old, while creating your very own masterpiece. Jenny brings years of nature art experience with a friendly, supportive […] $35
Autumn Harvest Tea October 13 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Celebrate our colorful Autumn by joining us for a special Harvest Tea. MENU Soup: Choice of Butternut Squash & Apple (vegan) or Tomato Bisque (vegan) Salad: Organic Mixed Greens with: sliced pears, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, pomegranate arils, and Parmesan cheese with a Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette Scone: Cranberry-orange with Orange Glaze Savories: English Cucumber with Herb […]
NAMI Neighborhood Book Club October 12 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm NAMI Neighborhood Book Club Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL NAMI Neighborhood book club is held the 2nd Monday of every month Mental health challenges are often poorly understood yet can have a major impact on individuals, families, and the community. There are many books depicting these problems in believable, empathetic, and thought-provoking ways. All are welcome to attend and are invited to stay for […] Free
“Bad Books” on Stage October 11 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Live Ink Theatre Presents Bad Books by Sharyn Rothstein Directed by Martha McDowell Starring Cynthia Riegler & Sinda Nichols A worried mother comes to the library for what she thinks will be a reasonable, polite discussion about which books are appropriate for her teenage son. But her confrontation with the town librarian, a woman who […] $25
Acoustic Flashback with Bill Ivins October 11 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Acoustic Flashback with Bill Ivins Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Take a break by the sea with singer/songwriter Bill Ivins as he brings his signature “acoustic flashback” to our courtyard! Enjoy an afternoon of feel-good favorites and original tunes that transport you through time. Grab a delicious lunch from our Bistro, find a sunny seat, and let the music carry you away. It’s casual, it’s […] Free
StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha October 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
Author Event: “The Slaver’s Apprentice” October 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Once an academic and now a storyteller, Jonathan Bryant brings to life the early 19th century slave trade. If you’re a fan of historical fiction, you won’t want to miss this talk. Complimentary - No RSVP required Free
Down Home Blues & Gumbo Show October 8 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Making his Amelia Island Jazz Festival debut, Bill Wharton, known as the Sauce Boss, brings his Down Home Blues & Gumbo Show to the stage. This one-of-a-kind experience blends high-energy original music, a commanding stage presence, and a live cooking performance. Wharton prepares a pot of gumbo right onstage, stirring the pot while mixing music […]
Acoustic Guitar Music Jam October 4 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Acoustic Guitar Music Jam Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL 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 join other guitar players in a relaxed setting on the patio courtyard. Songs of the 50s, 60s, and 70s and all genres. If you don’t […]
“An Evening of Story & Song” October 3 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Featuring Tim & Myles Thompson, a father and son duo whose mastery of their instruments will leave you dazzled. Tim, a two-time winner of the International Fingerstyle Guitar competition, shared his love of music with Myles, who picked up violin at age five. The Thompsons’ music is all about original songs that mix storytelling with […] $25