St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation’s most charming. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we’ve gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
MLK Day of Service Cleanup Event 2026 Join the annual MLK Day of Service Community Cleanup event in west St. Augustine on Monday, January 19, 2026 -- 9:00am-12:00pm. It's a great event full of local volunteers of St. Augustine. On this day of service to honor Martin Luther King, we host a street cleanup of [...]
Help remove marine debris and microplastics off the beach during GTM Beach Cleanup. Enjoy the beautiful view and being out in nature while helping clean up the beach! When: 4th Saturday of month | 9:00am-11:00am Meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and instructions. That's where you'll pick up gloves and trash bags [...]
Weed Wrangle Join SJC Parks Naturalist and Matanzas Riverkeeper ... help protect our local parks and green spaces! Hands-on removal of non-native plants to help restore the natural balance of these areas. Together we can make a difference! When: Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 9:00am-11:00am Friday, February 20, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm Where: Vilano Beach [...]
Treasures of the Beach Walk Join SJC Parks & Rec Parks Naturalist Kelly Ussia for this engaging walk on the beach. The beaches are constantly changing and bringing up new items to see. Learn how to identify these items. There could be shells, sea beans, sharks teeth, marine debris and more. When: Thursday, January 29, [...]
Join us for Adult Day at Whitney Lab for this hands-on scientific journey to understand the human health connection. How is research at the Whitney Laboratory connected to solving problems of human health? What can we learn from microbes in the soil, sea anemones, or even fish? When: February 6, 2026 | 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 18+ [...]
The Last Cast Fishing Program Join SJC Parks & Rec for The Last Cast Fishing Program ... an unforgettable fishing experience where you can reel in the "big one"! Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, this is your chance to fish in the serene beauty of the setting sun. When: Friday, [...]
Join us at the Guana Trailhead on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a GTM Guided Exploration Hike. Please Note ... there is no hike on July 4, 2026. Learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula as well as the natural biodiversity of the reserve. Find out about the peninsula's [...]
2025-2026 Evenings at Whitney Public Lecture Series Join us at Whitney Laboratory for Marine Studies for the Free public lecture series. Presentations are on current science topics plus subjects from ongoing research programs at the lab. Speakers are recognized experts in their fields who welcome questions and discussion. When: 2nd Thursday of Month -- 6:00pm-7:00pm [...]
Join GTM Research Reserve staff and/or volunteers on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:00am-11:00am for a guided Family Seining activity. Please meet at the Guana Dam Recreational Area 15 minutes prior. Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake collecting species of fish, crabs and other marine life. [...]
Weed Wrangle Join SJC Parks Naturalist and Matanzas Riverkeeper ... help protect our local parks and green spaces! Hands-on removal of non-native plants to help restore the natural balance of these areas. Together we can make a difference! When: Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 9:00am-11:00am Friday, February 20, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm Where: Vilano Beach [...]