2024-09-29 Featured Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Featured Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Featured September 29 - October 6 Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival Every year during the first week of October, the Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival brings exciting world-class jazz entertainment to Fernandina Beach, FL in styles including Contemporary, Big Band, Latin, Swing, Dixieland, Blues and much more…
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jazz & Wine Tasting October 1 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jazz & Wine Tasting Get ready to sip and swing at this unique Jazz and Wine show! Indulge in a curated selection of exquisite wines expertly paired with sensational jazz tunes, each enhancing the other’s flavor. Limited space available, so get your tickets early—these shows usually sell out fast! Join us for the "Jazztet", hosted by AIJF Artistic Director […]
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Annual Book Group Dinner October 1 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Annual Book Group Dinner What will your book group read next? What new books will spark lively conversation? Join us as we welcome three of our favorite sales reps from Penguin Random House back to introduce this season’s new books. Dinner will feature recipes from new cookbooks, including: Menu: • Caponata Bruschetta (Mediterranean spread with eggplant, peppers, onion, olives […] $30
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jazz & Wine Tasting October 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jazz & Wine Tasting Get ready to sip and swing at this unique Jazz and Wine show! Indulge in a curated selection of exquisite wines expertly paired with sensational jazz tunes, each enhancing the other’s flavor. Limited space available, so get your tickets early—these shows usually sell out fast! Join us for the "Jazztet", hosted by AIJF Artistic Director […]
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jump Jive & Wail Swing Night Concert & Dance October 2 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jump Jive & Wail Swing Night Concert & Dance Don’t just listen to Jazz, live it! Jump Jive and Wail your way into a swingin’ good time at Courtyard Amelia Island / Springhill Suites for the Amelia Island Jazz Festival’s Swing Night, Concert and Dance! Join the Dynamic Les DeMerle Little Big Band, featuring the soulful vocals of Bonnie Eisele, for a night that […] $45
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Event Series Mindfulness & Meditation October 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Event Series Mindfulness & Meditation Valerie Brandt leads us in a FREE session of Yoga Nidra followed by the soothing sounds of her “singing crystal bowls.” If you haven’t tried it, but you’ve been feeling the need for calm and peace in your life, please join us! Yoga Nidra is a meditation and conscious relaxation practice intended to induce total […] Free
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Story & Song Book Group October 3 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Story & Song Book Group Thank you for joining us the first Thursday of every month for lively discussions about a variety of fiction titles. This time we will be discussing the novel, Horse by Geraldine Brooks, based on the remarkable true story of the record-breaking thoroughbred, Lexington. Free
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Latin Jazz Concert & Dance October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Latin Jazz Concert & Dance Featuring Tony Cruz and the Latin Jazz Legends Unleash your inner mambo at the Amelia Island Jazz Festival’s sizzling Latin Jazz Concert and Dance! Tony Cruz and the Latin Jazz Legends will set the stage on fire with irresistible rhythms that will have you moving all night long. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just […] $45
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Tea & Tales October 4 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Tea & Tales Join us for a delightful afternoon tea with captivating readings by actor Ron Kurtz on the FIRST FRIDAY of every month! Indulge in a scrumptious selection of sweet and savory treats crafted by the Story & Song bistro, perfectly paired with enchanting stories.
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-Grace Kelly Band In Concert October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-Grace Kelly Band In Concert An unequivocal musical prodigy, singer-saxophonist-songwriter-composer and band leader Grace Kelly has rocked the jazz world with sold-out concerts, 13 acclaimed albums and a resume that includes performing at the Hollywood Bowl and as part of the house band for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" - all before reaching her mid-twenties. Kelly has performed and […]
10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den” October 4 @ 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den” Tickets are available for individuals who missed the Friday Night Headliner Concert but want to enjoy some great spontaneous jazz at this popular late nite event. Featuring Ayanna Nelson, our 2024 AIJF Scholarship winner Bebop, Blues, and Beyond. You never know what will happen next… Friday night ticket holders are invited to the Late Nite […] $25
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha October 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Women, Power, and Love with Micah’s Place October 5 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Women, Power, and Love with Micah’s Place Join us for this FREE workshop hosted by Micah’s Place! Learn about the services provided by Micah’s Place, what domestic violence looks like, and how you can help someone you know who may be experiencing domestic violence. Free
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-Marcia Ball Band In Concert October 5 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-Marcia Ball Band In Concert Don’t miss the legendary Marcia Ball bringing her infectious Texas blues and soulful vocals to the Amelia Island Jazz Festival! A force of nature on stage, Marcia Ball has been captivating audiences for over 50 years. Billboard hails her as “a welcome ray of sunshine…Ball is a killer pianist, a great singer and songwriter” who […]
10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den” October 5 @ 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den” Tickets are available for individuals who missed the Friday Night Headliner Concert but want to enjoy some great spontaneous jazz at this popular late nite event. Featuring Ayanna Nelson, our 2024 AIJF Scholarship winner Bebop, Blues, and Beyond. You never know what will happen next… Friday night ticket holders are invited to the Late Nite […] $25
10:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch October 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch Swing into the Afternoon! Grand Finale Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch at Amelia Island Jazz Festival The 2024 Amelia Island Jazz Festival concludes in style with the ever-popular Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch! Indulge in a delectable Jazz Festival Menu while grooving to the sounds of The Spare Rib Six. This all-star ensemble features trumpet […] $75
11:00 am - 3:00 pm Evelyn Talman Trunk Show October 6 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Evelyn Talman Trunk Show Evelyne Talman is back on Amelia Island for a pop-up Trunk Show. Shop our latest, fabulous spring finds and enjoy lunch at the Bistro Free
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch October 6 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch Swing into the Afternoon! Grand Finale Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch at Amelia Island Jazz Festival The 2024 Amelia Island Jazz Festival concludes in style with the ever-popular Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch! Indulge in a delectable Jazz Festival Menu while grooving to the sounds of The Spare Rib Six. This all-star ensemble features trumpet […] $75
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Author Event: “My Darlings” October 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Author Event: “My Darlings” Cocktail party conversation with Marie Still, author of the psychological thriller, My Darlings. Author Marie Still tells us about her new book where a respected philanthropist and PTO president has a secret life as a serial killer. My Darlings has just been acquired by Amazon Prime for a new TV series.
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha October 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
1:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Food Festival October 12 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Food Festival The 3rd Annual Fernandina Beach Hispanic Heritage Food Festival will be honoring the diverse Hispanic Culture in the Nassau County area. Through the taste of food from over 8 different countries, experience all the Hispanic Community has to offer in the culinary world. There will also be vendors and live music. This is a family-friendly […] Free
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm “An Evening of Story & Song” with Nicholas Edward Williams October 12 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm “An Evening of Story & Song” with Nicholas Edward Williams “American Roots” Host of the roots music history podcast American Songcatcher, Nicholas Edward Williams is a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller who is dedicated to “playing it forward” by preserving the songs, stories, artists and styles that have shaped our country: Ragtime, Piedmont Blues, Early Country, Traditional Folk and Old-Time. Williams has spent the last 15 years […] $25
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm “The Fabled Earth” Literary Luncheon with Kimberly Brock October 15 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm “The Fabled Earth” Literary Luncheon with Kimberly Brock The Fabled Earth follows three women in 1952 who are trying to escape the ghosts of their pasts. Set in dual historical timelines, the novel flashes back to 1932 where the wild beauty of Cumberland Island is juxtaposed against the encroaching opulent wealth of the families of the Gilded Age. Soon, these two worlds collide […]
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Poetry Canteen October 15 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Poetry Canteen Join us the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Amelia Island’s Poet Laureate Nola Perez and friends as they gather to share their love of poetry, reading their own works or favorites of others. There will be a five-minute “open mic” format to read your work! See you there! Free
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Cinema & Conversation October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series Cinema & Conversation On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, join us to watch a film chosen for its meaningful theme, and stay for a facilitated discussion after. Free and open to all. Free
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm “Wines & Wanderlust” • Destination: California Dreaming October 17 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm “Wines & Wanderlust” • Destination: California Dreaming Love good wine, travel, learning about other cultures and food traditions around the world? Join us for a cultural food and wine series at Story & Song with Wallace Pierson Travel, Charlie Preus from the Fernandina Beach Wine Tasting Company and Story & Song’s Bistro. Explore the world with four wine tastings and four hors […] $55
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Author Event: “Beyond the Sea” October 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Author Event: “Beyond the Sea” Author event with “Navy Bob” Roncska. Commander of the largest submarine squadron in the U.S. fleet, Robert Roncska was affectionately given the nickname “Navy Bob” when he carried the “nuclear football” for President George W. Bush. He now teaches “leading with love.” Free
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Hansel & Gretel – An Operatic Fairy Tale October 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Hansel & Gretel – An Operatic Fairy Tale Amelia Island Opera and Woman’s Club of Fernandina Beach are proud to present Engelbert Humperdinck's enchanting opera Hansel and Gretel. When Hansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the forest, they stumble upon a house made of gingerbread. Unable to resist temptation, the siblings begin eating the house only to be captured by the witch […]
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha October 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm “From Author to Writer” Publishing Workshop October 19 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm “From Author to Writer” Publishing Workshop Is there a book in you? If you are interested in the publishing process, curious about independent publishing versus getting your book accepted by a publisher, and want to learn about the options available to you, join us for this informational program sponsored by Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture. Facilitators: • Donna […]
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Hansel & Gretel – An Operatic Fairy Tale October 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Hansel & Gretel – An Operatic Fairy Tale Amelia Island Opera and Woman’s Club of Fernandina Beach are proud to present Engelbert Humperdinck's enchanting opera Hansel and Gretel. When Hansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the forest, they stumble upon a house made of gingerbread. Unable to resist temptation, the siblings begin eating the house only to be captured by the witch […]
11:00 am - 12:30 pm “The Amelia Island Table Brunch” with Stephen Fries October 20 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm “The Amelia Island Table Brunch” with Stephen Fries Celebrate Community Cookbooks Food expert and journalist Stephen Fries discusses the history of community cookbooks with Story & Song Director of Culinary Arts Florence Haridan. Brunch features dishes from recipes in the new cookbook “The Amelia Island Table: Celebrating Community with Stories & Recipes”.
10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series Welcome Coffee with Women of Nassau October 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series Welcome Coffee with Women of Nassau New to Fernandina? Want to get involved in the community? All women, including new and current members, are invited to join the Women of Nassau's monthly coffee get-together at Story & Song. This event is FREE with light refreshments. No RSVP needed. (3rd Monday of every month) Free
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha October 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Tea & Tales November 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Event Series Tea & Tales Join us for a delightful afternoon tea with captivating readings by actor Ron Kurtz on the FIRST FRIDAY of every month! Indulge in a scrumptious selection of sweet and savory treats crafted by the Story & Song bistro, perfectly paired with enchanting stories.
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series A Night at the Opera: La dolce vita November 1 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series A Night at the Opera: La dolce vita Friday, November 1, 2024 | 6:30PM hors d’oeuvres 7:30PM Concert Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 6:30PM hors d’oeuvres 7:30PM Concert Amelia Community Theater | 207 Cedar St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Back by popular demand, A Night at the Opera is the perfect way to spend an enchanting evening on Amelia Island! This year’s theme, […] $75
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series Seussical the Musical November 1 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series Seussical the Musical Blue Fire Theatre is excited to present "Seussical the Musical" on November 1, 2, 3, 8, and 9 at Wildlight Elementary School. This delightful production brings together beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's stories, offering an engaging and whimsical experience for audiences of all ages. Join the Cat in the Hat on a fantastical journey through […]
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha November 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Seussical The Musical November 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Seussical The Musical Blue Fire Theatre is excited to present "Seussical the Musical" on November 1, 2, 3, 8, and 9 at Wildlight Elementary School. This delightful production brings together beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's stories, offering an engaging and whimsical experience for audiences of all ages. Join the Cat in the Hat on a fantastical journey through […]
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series A Night at the Opera: La dolce vita November 2 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series A Night at the Opera: La dolce vita Friday, November 1, 2024 | 6:30PM hors d’oeuvres 7:30PM Concert Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 6:30PM hors d’oeuvres 7:30PM Concert Amelia Community Theater | 207 Cedar St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Back by popular demand, A Night at the Opera is the perfect way to spend an enchanting evening on Amelia Island! This year’s theme, […] $75
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Seussical the Musical November 3 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Seussical the Musical Blue Fire Theatre is excited to present "Seussical the Musical" on November 1, 2, 3, 8, and 9 at Wildlight Elementary School. This delightful production brings together beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's stories, offering an engaging and whimsical experience for audiences of all ages. Join the Cat in the Hat on a fantastical journey through […]
October 2 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Jump Jive & Wail Swing Night Concert & Dance
October 4 @ 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den”
October 5 @ 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival-late Nite Jam At “Dizzy’s Den”
October 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Amelia Island Jazz Festival – Dixie to Swing Jazz Brunch