Good morning, St. Augustine.

A new book explores St. Augustine’s role as the nation’s oldest continuously occupied European settlement & details the city’s rich past before 1776.

More than 120 new education laws took effect yesterday in Florida that let students earn PE credits through marching band, require cursive writing in grades 3-5, and allow teachers to return with temporary certificates.

The laws also reduced union power at local schools (details vary).

Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection announced that nearly all state parks will offer free day-use admission from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday, but three parks will not be included.

Yael Zaza Flamenca: Art Walk at The Bart

3-7 p.m. — The Bart on Aviles — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of flamenco music with Yael Zaza's soulful performances.

The Bench Warmers Featuring Jasper Smitty

7-11 p.m. — Pierre's Pub — Cost not specified — Experience the soulful tunes of multi-instrumentalist Jasper Smitty as he brings Southern vibes to St. Augustine.

Yael Zaza Flamenca

11 AM – 3 PM — Casa Monica Resort & Spa — Ticket info not provided — Experience a captivating performance by the Yael Zaza band featuring rich Flamenco sounds.

Cliff Dorsey & Band Live Show

2-6 p.m. — Pierre's Pub — Entry Free — Enjoy a vibrant country band with strong vocals and a classic ’90s sound for a cheerful summer evening.

Bridge of Lions 5K Run

7:30-10:00 a.m. — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument — $30-$45 — Participate in a scenic 5K run across St. Augustine’s iconic Bridge of Lions.

Sponsor Appreciation: Big Buoys vs. Sardines

5-8 p.m. — St. Joseph's Catholic Academy — Free entry — Experience the excitement as the Big Buoys face off against the St Augustine Sardines in a thrilling baseball match.

Stop Motion Filmmaking Workshop for Kids

July 14th – July 17th — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Full workshop — Young artists learn stop motion filmmaking combining analog and digital techniques.

The Sound of Music

Thursday – Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sundays at 2 p.m. — Limelight Theatre, Inc. — $40 — Experience the beloved tale of the von Trapp family filled with music, love, and courage.

Men At Work & Toad The Wet Sprocket Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Anfiteatro de San Agustín — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Enjoy a night of classic hits from iconic bands in a beautiful outdoor venue.

Dierks Bentley Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The St. Augustine Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Dierks Bentley, Ricky Skaggs, and Cole Goodwin.