Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of September.
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🎭 Culture
At Fort Mose Historic State Park, visitors can see a full-scale reconstruction of the 1738 fort that once served as the first free-slave settlement in what is now the United States—local officials and community partners celebrated its ribbon-cutting on May 9.
The $3.1 million project preserves a key part of St. Augustine's history and offers amenities like a visitor center and kayak launch.
🏛️ Government
Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. ET on November 2—clocks will be set back one hour.
Lawmakers have repeatedly proposed the Sunshine Protection Act—if approved, DST would run year-round—but it has not been signed into law.
🎉 St. Augustine Events
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Annual St. Augustine Book Festival
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Ximenez-Fatio House Museum — Free entry — Celebrate literature in the charming courtyard with local authors and interesting talks.
Thick & Thin String Band Performance
5-8 p.m. — Marina Munch — Free admission — Enjoy live music while sampling delicious food from local food trucks.
Get Buzzed for Buzztails 2025
6-9 p.m. — St. Augustine Alligator Farm — Ticket required — Enjoy craft breweries, local food, and support rattlesnake conservation at this exciting charity fundraiser.
FRIDAY CLAY CLUB Workshop
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Class cost includes clay and firing — Explore creative hand-building techniques in a relaxed setting.
Pink Up The Pace 5k
8-11 a.m. — Meehan's Irish Pub & Seafood House — Registration $25-$40 — Participate in the largest 5K race in St. Augustine with a scenic route downtown.
THROWDOWN THURSDAYS: Wheel Throwing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Make Space Workshop & Classroom — Class cost includes supplies — Learn the basics of wheel throwing while creating functional pottery from bowls to cups.
Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon
7:25-11:25 a.m. — Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park — Registration $139-$259 — Compete in various distances including Olympic and Sprint Triathlons along the scenic coast.
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
6-7:30 p.m. — Colonial Oak Music Park — Ticketed Event — Enjoy an evening filled with the sounds of the Dave Matthews Tribute Band in a scenic outdoor setting.
🏠 St. Augustine Real Estate
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💼 St. Augustine Job Board
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📣 St. Augustine Announcements
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