As St. Johns County students gear up to return to the classroom, parents are now looking for after-school activities for the fall. From football to drama classes, our area offers diverse options for all skill levels, talents and interests. Here are just some of the local activity options for your children:
Soccer by Amenity Athletics (Ages 4-13): Games are on Saturday mornings between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Heritage Landing amenity center.
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Mother’s Day can be hard to plan for…what to do? Where to go? What to buy her? Luckily, this year there is a LOT going on right in our own backyard for the whole family to enjoy. Make this Mother’s Day a “staycation”!
Black and Blue Grill: Did you know Black and Blue Grill just won Best Family Restaurant by the Taste of St. Augustine? They are offering a delicious Mother’s Day menu from noon to 9 pm on Sunday, May 10th. Reservations recommended! Find more information on their Facebook Page.
The King & Bear Clubhouse: Enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch buffet at the King & Bear Clubhouse from 11 am to 3 pm. The buffet includes everything from an omelet station to raspberry glazed salmon and a prime rib carving station! Non-members welcome. Reservations required – (904) 940-6207.
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If you have ever planned a romantic Valentine’s Day date, you’ve probably heard, “Sorry, we’re all booked” more than a few times. Waiting too late to make reservations can make your dining and entertainment options dwindle – fast.
With this year’s Love Day falling on a Saturday, it is especially important to put your name in early at the First Coast’s most popular Valentine’s Day destinations. Here are some popular reservation-only options that are running fantastic V-day specials. Reserve your spot today!
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Tagged: 95 Cordova, Medure, Ruth's Chris, Spa at World Golf Village, St. Augustine Distillery, Valentine's Day Destinations, Valentine's Day Ideas St Augustine, Valentine's Day Sunset Sail, Vittles & Vino VIP Carriage Tour
Comments Off on Romantic Valentine’s Day Ideas – By Reservation OnlyThe Cascades is an active-adult community located in the heart of World Golf Village known for its 22,000 square foot grand clubhouse and plethora of activities happening year round. I took a tour of the amenity facility with Davidson Realty agent and Cascades resident Jock Ochiltree to spotlight some of his favorite community activities. Join us for our tour!
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If you’re not a Serenata Beach Club member, now is a great time to consider a membership! Why? Because New Year’s Day at the club will be filled with delicious food and shivering swimmers!
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the club will be serving a Breakfast Buffet complete with omelet station, smoked salmon display, waffles, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fruit, assorted pastries and beverage specials. Adults are $16.95, ages 6-12 are $7.95, and ages 3-5 are $4.95. Advanced reservations are recommended so call Serenata at (904) 823-3368 ext. 221 or email reservations@serenataclub.com to reserve your spot.
At 10:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day, Serenata will host a Polar Bear Plunge in the Atlantic Ocean! All member ages are welcome to participate, so plan to join in the fun with an invigorating dip with the other polar bears!
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Comments Off on Plunge into the New Year the Serenata Beach Club!This month, Davidson Realty’s marketing team is back in Ponte Vedra Beach at Serenata Beach Club with Serenata’s Membership Director Jen Jones discussing the private beach club’s membership opportunities as well as the wide array of activities they have going on all year round. Check out the video above as Jen explains the membership options and a sample of their activities for children and adults!
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Comments Off on Learn About Membership Opportunities and the Plethora of Activities that await you at Serenata Beach Club!Serenata Beach Club is a private beach club located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, conveniently situated between the Jacksonville Beaches and St. Augustine. Davidson Realty’s marketing team recently took a tour of the newly renovated facilities at Serenata Beach Club with Membership Director Jen Jones and got all the scoop on what’s happening at the club.
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In the World Golf Village community, each resident brings their own interesting perspective on what makes this a great place to live. We recently sat down with 12-year-old Adam Cake, who lives in Royal Pines with his family – including his parents, Davidson Realty agents Woody and Pauline Cake.
Adam provided insights on the daily life of a WGV kid as well as great suggestions for how kids can have fun in St. Augustine!
What grade are you in? I’m in 7th grade at Pacetti Bay Middle School.
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For Sande Gillard, owner of Wine Down on Market Street, the road to business ownership was like no other road she had been down. After years of professional experience in real estate and bartending, Sande embarked on a new adventure that helped her move past tragedy and utilize perhaps her best attribute: an upbeat, magnetic customer service style that draws people in and makes them feel at home.
Today, Sande has harnessed her experiences and talents and paired them with her passion for wine to create Wine Down on Market Street, a boutique wine shop that opened in Palencia on May 1.
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If you would like the benefits of a vacation without all the stress and costly travel, you may want to opt for a “staycation”! Popularity of the staycation – a leisurely vacation spent close to or at home – has increased since the economic recession and folks are now realizing they can have just as much fun and relax more than they tend to do on an expensive, long distance jaunt.
Luckily, we live in a city that is a popular destination for tourists and offers an abundant array of options for vacationers. No matter your vacationing style – rugged and outdoorsy all way to tranquil and relaxing – planning a staycation in St. Augustine is incredibly easy! Here are some staycation ideas for all.
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Tagged: Anastasia State Park, Drum Man Charters, Kyle's Seafood Market, Sea Love Charters, St. Augustine Staycation Ideas, Staycation Tips, Staycation Tips St Augustine, The Spa at World Golf Village
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