Good morning, St. Augustine.

St. Augustine will host a wide range of planned events in June including Habitat for Humanity home dedications on June 2 at 883, 887 and 891 Josiah St+ an art walk on June 6, a fishing tournament at the Boating Club on June 6-7, and many other community celebrations scheduled throughout the month. Detailed listings include wrestling, bocce, book sales, classic car shows, kayaking, live music and more at local venues to help residents plan their month ahead.

Three friends were rescued near the inlet after their boat capsized on May 26th when the engine failed and water flooded the vessel — rescuers from the Fire Department, Coast Guard and Fish and Wildlife Commission arrived promptly — and although they lost personal items, no one was injured.

Florida schools started summer break on May 30, leaving parents to decide when children are ready to stay home alone since no state law sets a specific age while experts advise age 12.

Families in St. Augustine are encouraged to follow safety checklists and use trial periods at home—steps they may continue until classes resume on Aug. 11.

UF Whitney Laboratory hosted an Adult Day event on May 14 — local participants worked with sea creatures, matched DNA samples, and learned how marine worms regenerate at its facility on A1A.

The event built on a 30-year-old science program for kindergarten through 12 students and Biedenbach plans to offer more sessions throughout the year.

Florida homeowners are urged to review their insurance policies and document their home conditions before tomorrow's hurricane season begins.

Taking photos and videos of valuable items can help secure proper compensation for any damage — experts advise that proper preparation now will ease the claim process later.

House and Senate leaders agreed Friday on a budget framework for the 2025-2026 fiscal year that includes tax cuts, sales tax exemptions and debt reduction; conference committees will begin meeting Tuesday to discuss spending details for education, health care and criminal justice—lawmakers expect to pass the plan on June 16 so the new fiscal year can start on July 1. This deal follows a month of behind-the-scenes negotiations after failing to pass a budget on May 2.

John Butler Trio with Dispatch and Guests

5-11 p.m. — St. Augustine Amphitheatre — General Admission $39.50–$99.50 — Experience a vibrant musical evening with an eclectic mix of rock, folk, and reggae sounds.

Barenaked Ladies with Guster and Fastball Concert

7-9 p.m. — St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Price varies — Experience a thrilling concert featuring iconic 90s rock hits from Barenaked Ladies, Guster, and Fastball.

CHEESE & CLAY CROSSOVER Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Cost varies — Create hand-built ceramic snack boards while enjoying a culinary cheese lesson.

National Outlet Shopping Day

4 days — St. Augustine Premium Outlets — Free tote bag with visits — Dive into major savings and fun activities at the biggest outlet event of the year.

Old School Kingfish Shootout

Friday to Sunday — Vilano Beach Fishing Pier — Registration $250-$400 — Participate in a kingfish tournament exclusively in Florida state waters.

Hildervat - Ultimate Viking Warrior 5K/10K OCR

12 PM – 6 PM — Ironwood Forest, St. Augustine, FL — Entry fees vary — Experience the thrill of obstacle course racing while conquering various challenges and building community spirit.

Summer Improv Camp for Middle Schoolers

2-5 p.m. — The Pioneer School — $275.00 — Explore improvisation in a supportive environment and build confidence through fun games and activities.

Dolphin Walk

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Vilano Beach Pavilion — Free entry — Learn about dolphins and enjoy a picturesque sunset stroll on the beach.

East Coast Convention of North America

June 20-22 — Flagler College — Registration required — Attend ECCNA 28 for enriching workshops and community activities.

Ringo Starr Live in Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Beatle Ringo Starr perform songs from his upcoming country album and more.