Brighten Winter Blues on Amelia Island

02-08-2011

 

Brighten Winter Blues with Festivals and Fun on Amelia Island

 

AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (February 7, 2011) – Northeast Florida’s Amelia Island offers visitors and residents an array of enticing events to brighten their winter blues. From books and vintage cars, to films and gardening, Amelia Island hosts a calendar full of special events for visitors in search of entertainment.  Visitors planning a trip to Amelia will find a wide assortment of hotels, inns, resorts, restaurants and attractions to help create a truly eventful getaway. 

 

Upcoming events include:

 

Cabaret (February 10-26)

The Amelia Community Theatre presents the Tony award-winning musical Cabaret. The performance will be held in new theatre at 207 Cedar Street on February 10-12, 17-20, and 24-26. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call (904) 261-6749 or visit www.AmeliaCommunityTheatre.org.

 

Artrageous Artwalks (February 12, March 12)

Every second Saturday, Amelia Island holds an exciting Artrageous Artwalk. With 12 art galleries participating, the Artwalk will open the doors of some of Amelia Island's incredible art galleries, featuring photography, pottery, copper, metal, stained glass, watercolors, acrylics and more. Visitors can peruse more than a dozen galleries in downtown Fernandina or Plantation Artists’ Guild and Gallery, located at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation. The complimentary Artrageous Artwalk will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For more details, call (904) 277-0717 or visit www.ameliaisland.com.

 

Sunset Kayak (February 13)

Watch birds fly in for the night as the sun sets over the scenic marsh at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Naturalists will help guests identify species and share the unique aspects of their salt marsh habitat. All skill levels are welcome, but you must be at least eight years old to participate. The cost is $100 per couple, with single and double kayaks available. Space is limited. Additional information is available atwww.omniameliaislandplantation.com or by calling (904) 321-5082.

 

3rd on 3rd at the Amelia Island Museum of History (February 18, March 18)

Each month, the Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation on the third Friday of the month. The presentations are on a variety of different topics, but each relate to the history of the island. The event takes place at 7 p.m. at Baker Hall in the museum. For non-members, admission is $5.  Visit www.ameliamuseum.org for more information about the museum.

 

Amelia Island Book Festival (February 18-19)

Offering two days of programs, socials and special events, this event invites book lovers and writers to mingle with noted authors and publishing professionals in a casual, friendly setting. Held at venues throughout Nassau County, Amelia Island and Historic Fernandina Beach, the festival offers many free programs and all ages are welcome. Tickets are sold for certain events. For more information, call (904) 624-1665 or visit MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "www.bookisland.org" claiming to be www.ameliaislandbookfestival.com.

 

Sunset with Amelia's Birds (February 19)

Join the naturalists at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation and enjoy the spectacular view of the sun setting over the marsh. Guests will travel around the natural surroundings, spotting egrets, herons, waterfowl, and maybe even a bald eagle feeding and roosting. The cost is $10 per person and binoculars are provided for the event. Additional information is available at www.omniameliaislandplantation.comor by calling (904) 321-5082.

 

The Golf Club of Amelia Island Wedding Expo (February 20)

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