“The Story of Jazz Part 3: Brazilian Fantasy” July 26, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL From the origins of jazz through the big band era, bebop, blues, and beyond, the dynamic Les DeMerle and his band—featuring vocalist Bonnie Eisele—guide you on a high-energy musical journey through the decades. This performance, Brazilian Fantasy, pays tribute to the iconic sounds of Stan Getz, Astrud Gilberto, Sergio Mendes, and Brazil ’66. Expect infectious […]
Island Art Association – Critique Group July 26, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Island Art Association – Critique Group Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL An open discussion and critique group meets on the last Saturday of each month at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro from 12:00 noon-2:00 pm. All mediums are welcome. Artists may bring works in progress to receive the group’s support and views. Story & Song’s Bistro offers a breakfast and lunch menu.
StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha July 26, 2025 @ 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 Broken Fife” July 24, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Step into the story of "The Broken Fife," where 18-year-old Junius Hart faces the winds of change as the Civil War approaches. Gifted with his grandfather’s fife—and the rare ability to play it—Junius is drawn into a journey shaped by love, loss, and a moral reckoning. Join author Gary Demack as he shares the inspiration […]
Welcome Coffee with Women of Nassau July 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Welcome Coffee with Women of Nassau Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL New to Fernandina? Want to get involved in the community? All women, including new and current members, are invited to join the Women of Nassau's monthly coffee get-together at Story & Song. This event is FREE with light refreshments. No RSVP needed. (3rd Monday of every month) Free
Our Town: Gullah/Geechee Culture July 20, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Don’t miss Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation, in a powerful “Histo-Musical Presentation” of song, story, and culture. The first to represent her community before the United Nations, she brings the spirit and legacy of the Gullah/Geechee people to life—live and unforgettable. As part of a 10-month discussion series facilitated by T.R. Richardson, This […]
“Movie Musicals” with John Tibbetts & Victoria Isernia July 19, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Take a seat, silence your phone, and prepare to be swept away—no plane ticket to Broadway required (Park Ave. will do just fine!). This heartwarming and cheeky evening celebrates the golden age of movie musicals, with timeless favorites from South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Phantom of the Opera, My Fair Lady, Sweeney Todd, Kismet, The […]
“Movie Musicals” with John Tibbetts & Victoria Isernia July 19, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Take a seat, silence your phone, and prepare to be swept away—no plane ticket to Broadway required (Park Ave. will do just fine!). This heartwarming and cheeky evening celebrates the golden age of movie musicals, with timeless favorites from South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Phantom of the Opera, My Fair Lady, Sweeney Todd, Kismet, The […]
StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha July 19, 2025 @ 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 […]
Cinema & Conversation July 16, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cinema & Conversation Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, join us to watch a film chosen for its meaningful theme, and stay for a facilitated discussion after. Free and open to all. Free
Poetry Canteen July 15, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Poetry Canteen Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join us the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Amelia Island’s Poet Laureate Nola Perez and friends as they gather to share their love of poetry, reading their own works or favorites of others. There will be a five-minute “open mic” format to read your work! See you there! Free
NAMI Neighborhood Book Club July 14, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm NAMI Neighborhood Book Club Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Neighborhood book club is held the 2nd Monday every month March 10: “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood. Facilitated by Laura Kujawski. April 14: “The Fury” by Alex Michaelides. Facilitated by Evelyn McDonald. May 12: “The Wind Knows My Name” by Isabel Allende. Facilitated by Shelly Hirshberg. June 9: Facilitated by Lynn White. Book TBD; candidate: […] Free