Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, St. Augustine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine hosts festive holiday events this weekend & a live radio play, phone calls from Santa, and holiday markets are set through Dec. 14 in historic downtown and nearby venues. The St. Augustine Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine residents learn they can have a car towed if it blocks their private driveway; Florida Statute 715.07 lets them contact a tow company without involving police. The company must notify law enforcement within 30 minutes (a state law requirement). The St. Augustine Record
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Many local restaurants will be open on Christmas Day to offer a break from cooking; the list features options such as Amici Italian Restaurant and Athena Greek Restaurant, so diners should call ahead + check for fixed menus and reservations. The St. Augustine Record
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Family Seining Adventure
9-11 a.m. — Guana River Dam — $3 vehicle parking — Experience hands-on learning as you catch and discover local aquatic life at Guana Lake.
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St. Augustine Bird Expo
9 AM – 3 PM — Renaissance World Golf Village Convention Center — Entry fee likely required — Discover a wide array of supplies, birds, and fun for bird enthusiasts.
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Performances of The Nutcracker
2-5 p.m. — Lewis Auditorium, Flagler College — $35.00-$50.00 — Experience the holiday classic with local dancers and guest artists in a festive performance.
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Night Under the Stars
5-7 p.m. — St. Johns County Equestrian Center — Free entry — Explore the night sky and learn about constellations with the Ancient City Astronomy Club.
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Light Up the NIGHT! Fireworks Show 2025
8:30-10:00 p.m. — St. Johns County Ocean Pier & Courts Park — Free entry — Ring in the New Year early with a spectacular seaside fireworks celebration.
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two
6-10 p.m. — Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge and Kitchen — $ — Experience a chilling night of storytelling with cocktails inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's haunting tales.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Man is condemned to be free.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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