Tag: Arts & Culture

The Amelia Island Genealogical Society is proud to host Andrew Thompson as guest speaker at the February Monthly Meeting as he presents “Lessons Learned from my African-American Genealogy Research: There […]

January 30 – February 2, 2025 The rich tradition of telling stories has been part of humankind as long as there has been language. Today, there has been a renaissance […]

You won’t want to miss this new series of art book talks by Janet Brendel and Susan Ziel that uses non-fiction, biography, and autobiography to examine the “backstory” of noteworthy […]

Ukulele and harmonica wizard Lil’ Rev captures the spirit of folk legends like Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan and others. Cash bar available.

Come learn ukulele from one of the best! You’ll pick up some tips and have tons of fun. To register for this workshop, email Beth Partleton at bethpartleton@gmail.com.

Everyone has a story to tell. Too often, these stories and personal histories are lost unless they’ve written a biography or memoir. But it’s not easy, and new writers may […]

The holidays are a whirlwind of gatherings, to-do lists, family, and joyful chaos. While the season brings plenty of reasons to celebrate, it can also leave couples feeling drained and […]

One Night Only! Established in 1972, The Nighthawks celebrate over 50 years in rock and roll. Decades of gigs and countless rabid fans have earned them the name “The Best […]

Winter typically conjures up images of snow and frost, but here on Amelia Island, it’s a season of sunshine, charm, and endless opportunities to relax and explore. Whether you’re escaping […]

In story after story, actor Vinny Vella, best known for his role in Martin Scorcese’s “Casino,” regales us with the deeds and misdeeds of his life, as told to fellow […]

Forming in 2011, songwriters and storytellers Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler spent 8 years full time in a 16ft camper with two big dogs, playing roughly 150 shows a year. […]

Bil Lepp will perform “That Ain’t the Whole Plan” hilarious stories and tall-tales from Halfdollar, WV and beyond. Lil’Rev will perform “Scraps of Quilting Music: How Quilters Save the World”. […]

This year’s festival features not one, but four incredible headliners, each bringing their own unique flair to the art of storytelling. Prepare for an evening of laughter, inspiration, and unforgettable […]

This event will mark the release and sale of the much-anticipated Community Cookbook, The Amelia Island Table: Celebrating Community with Stories & Recipes.. This collection of recipes submitted by the […]

This special StoryTime event is for children and families featuring nationally recognized storyteller, April Armstrong! Nationally recognized, award-winning storyteller, April Armstrong tells endearing folktales of wonder from around the world. […]

This special StoryTime event is for children and families featuring nationally recognized storyteller, April Armstrong! Nationally recognized, award-winning storyteller, April Armstrong tells endearing folktales of wonder from around the world. […]

Kevin Kling, a nationally-known professional storyteller with a large following, partners with Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Jon Vezner to entertain attendees with a concert of stories and songs about small towns […]

Cora Newcomb will be presenting “Bringing American Women’s History into Focus – the Story of Laura Matilda Towne,” an American abolitionist and educator. Towne was the co-founder of the Penn […]

Can you remember a time when someone close to you shared a story that moved you, made you laugh, took you back to your childhood kitchen, or blew open your […]

Jason Woods performs “Bing!” formerly known as “The Near Disaster of Jasper and Casper.” This is an off-Broadway show written by Jason Woods, an award-winning actor who performs all ten […]

The Artist’s Studio Series is a conversation with artists about inspiration and the creative process. How do artists see? What motivates them to begin a new work? Why do artists […]

Ring-In 2025 at the Les DeMerle New Year’s Eve In Paris show featuring The Dynamic Les DeMerle Band with Bonnie Eisele-vocals, Dr. Bill Prince-sax/clarinet/ flute and Doug Matthews-piano as they […]

Having planned more than 500 weddings in the Caribbean after her own was nearly a disaster, then starring in TLC’s “Wedding Island,” author Sandy Malone will regale you with stories […]

Celebrate our region’s bountiful ocean, rivers, creeks and marshes at CURRENTS & TIDES: A Musical Tribute to our Waters presented by the eclectic ensemble, Sonofarious, in recognition of Nassau County’s […]