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MELALEUCA MULCH FOR SALE AT THE NASSAU COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:49:46 -0400

Start: Jul 25 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 15 2008 - 5:00pm

Nassau County Master Gardeners are selling Melaleuca Mulch at their Fall Plant Sale. Save the Cypress trees. Pre-order your Melaleuca Mulch for $3.50/bag, by calling Shirley Lohman at the Nassau County Extension office, 904-548-1116. The Nassau County Fall Plant Sale is September 26 and 27.

Fernandina Farmers Market

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:14:08 -0500

Start: Aug 30 2008 - 9:00am

End: Aug 30 2008 - 1:00pm

The Market features farm fresh produce, pickled seasonal vegetables, freshly baked breads and pastries, jellies, relishes and marinades, desserts as well as a wide selection of plants including orchids and other tropicals, succulents, herbs and garden flower and shrubs.

When: Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, except we are closed for the Shrimp Festival which is the first Saturday in May.

Where: Corner of Centre Street & 7th Street North in the beautiful downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach. There is plenty of parking available.

OutFIT -- Outdoor Fitness Program on Amelia Island!

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:25:44 -0400

Start: Sep 2 2008 - 7:00am

End: Sep 26 2008 - 7:00am

Outdoor Fitness Program -- September Session

OutFIT is an outdoor conditioning and training program for men and women of all levels who want to challenge themselves with new workouts, lose weight, tone up, get stronger, become faster or get in the best shape of their life. Members train using nature as our "gym" with proven whole-body exercise regimens to develop upper/lower body strength, endurance, core strength, flexibility and agility. Workouts take place at the beach, the park, the fort and the trails, and each day is always different. Membership includes daily workout plans, 3 group classes per week, nutritional guidance, fitness testing, fitness education and support, and team adventure days. All levels, beginners-advanced. Registration is now taking place for the September session which begins September 2. Class times are Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings from 6:45-7:45am or 8:30-9:30am, or Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:00pm. For more details, visit www.PersonalBestSports.net or call 624-0027. Space is limited.

Time For Tots

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:33:13 -0400

Start: Sep 2 2008 - 10:30am

End: Sep 2 2008 - 11:00am

Time For Tots at the Bryceville Branch Library, 7280 Motes Road, Bryceville. Starts Tuesday September 2 10:30-11:00 am. If you are looking for a program that will enhance your toddler’s skills and abilities by introducing them to concepts such as numbers, shapes, letters and encouraging verbal skills through music, songs, finger plays, rhymes, poems, and other age appropriate activities, then “Time for Tots” is the program for you!

Women's Personal Growth Workshops

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 16:55:21 -0400

Start: Sep 2 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 2 2008 - 7:30pm

The Women's Center of FCCJ will offer five workshops for women on Tuesday nights at the Nassau Center, 7346 William Brugess Blvd. in Yulee beginning September 2 from 6:00PM - 7:30PM. Topics will be Assertiveness (9/2), Self-Esteem (9/9), Codependency (9/16), Healthy Relationships (9/23) and Stress Management (9/30). Call (904)633-8224 to register.

Bible Study Coffee

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:24:25 -0400

Start: Sep 3 2008 - 9:30am

End: Sep 3 2008 - 11:00am

Come be introduced to Bible Study in Nassau County. Women from throughout Nassau are meeting today for a coffee and introduction to the course of study, "Psalms from the Heart." There will be fellowship and study materials will be handed out. Childcare is offered. We meet at the River of Praise Church on A1A, in Yulee. For additional information, contact Nancy Bennett Williams at 904.491.0862.

First Uniform Sale at Baptist Medical Center Nassau

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:04:11 -0400

Start: Sep 4 2008 - 7:00am

End: Sep 4 2008 - 4:00pm

The Auxiliary of Baptist Medical Center Nassau cordially invites the community to the First Uniform Sale in the Conference Room. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted for payment as well as employee payroll deduction for those eligible. For more information, please contact the Auxiliary Office at (904) 321-3818.

Textures – An Exhibition of Fiber Art

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:24:20 -0400

Start: Sep 5 2008 - 5:00pm

End: Sep 5 2008 - 8:00pm

Amelia Island Art Association will present “Textures—An Exhibition of Fiber Art”, from September 5, 2008 through October 2008 at the Island Art Association Gallery, 18 North 2nd Street, Fernandina Beach.

Opening reception, with refreshments, is scheduled for Friday, September 5th, from 5-8 PM at the gallery. For further information, call Island Art Association Gallery at 904-261-7020.

What is fiber art? According to Diane Hamburg, one of the featured artists, “fiber art includes anything created using fibers from animals or plants, plus synthetic

materials”. She explained that, “today’s fiber artists transform and contemporize tradidional weaving, quilting, and felting, using mixed media techniques”.

Sounds on Centre

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 13:31:38 -0500

Start: Sep 5 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 5 2008 - 8:00pm

The Historic Fernandina Business Association is proud to present SOUNDS ON CENTRE. This is a free concert held the first Friday of each month from March through October in historic downtown Fernandina on Centre Street between 2nd and Front. This month's band is OUT OF HAND. So bring a chair, your dancing shoes and a smile and song in your heart!

We would like to thank the following businesses for making this community event possible. Rick Keffer Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep; Atlantic Coast Bank; Rayonier; TerraPointe; The News Leader; Remax; Florida Public Utilities; Smurfit-Stone; Coke; P-5 Productions and Lane Company.

Fernandina Farmers Market

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:17:25 -0500

Start: Sep 6 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 6 2008 - 1:00pm

When: Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, except we are closed for the Shrimp Festival which is the first Saturday in May.

Where: Corner of Centre Street & 7th Street North in the beautiful downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach. There is plenty of parking available.

Plant Clinic - UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Office

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:23:21 -0400

Start: Sep 8 2008 - 10:00am

End: Sep 8 2008 - 2:00pm

Today Becky Jordi, Nassau County Horticulture Extension Agent will conduct a Plant Clinic from 10 am until 2pm at the Yulee Extension Office (A1A and Pages Dairy Road). All County residents are invited to bring plant samples showing problems in their landscapes.
Problems will be identified and solutions offered for correction. For information call 548-1116.

Plant Clinic - UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Office

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 10:05:10 -0400

Start: Sep 8 2008 - 10:00am

End: Sep 8 2008 - 2:00pm

Arborist Certification Education

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:38:54 -0400

Start: Sep 8 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 8 2008 - 9:00pm

The Nassa County Extension Service is conducting classes for Arborist Certification Education (ACE) on September 8, 9, 15 & 16 from 6pm – 9pm. Cost is $150 for classes and study guide; $75 just for classes only. They will be held at the Yulee Extension Satellite office. Registration will end by Wednesday Sept. 3. Contact Rebecca Jordi at 904 548-1116 or rljordi@ufl.edu. Arborist test will be Saturday, Oct 4 at Duval County Extension

Time For Tots

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:33:36 -0400

Start: Sep 9 2008 - 10:30am

End: Sep 9 2008 - 11:00am

Time For Tots at the Bryceville Branch Library, 7280 Motes Road, Bryceville. Every Tuesday morning from 10:30-11:00 am. If you are looking for a program that will enhance your toddler’s skills and abilities by introducing them to concepts such as numbers, shapes, letters and encouraging verbal skills through music, songs, finger plays, rhymes, poems, and other age appropriate activities, then “Time for Tots” is the program for you!

Arborist Certification Education

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:37:38 -0400

Start: Sep 9 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 9 2008 - 9:00pm

Amelia Island Quilt Guild

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:31:29 -0400

Start: Sep 9 2008 - 6:30pm

End: Sep 9 2008 - 9:30pm

The Woman's Club at 201 Jean La Fitte Ave

Nassau County Bible Study

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:35:33 -0400

Start: Sep 10 2008 - 9:30am

End: Sep 10 2008 - 11:00am

A non-denominational women's Bible Study in Nassau County: a four week course of study, "Psalms from the Heart," covering Psalms 23, 43, and 139. We meet at the River of Praise Church on A1A, in Yulee. Childcare is offered. For additional information, contact Nancy Bennett Williams at 904.491.0862.

Audtions for Nutcracker Ballet

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:51:05 -0400

Start: Sep 13 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 13 2008 - 10:30am

Amelia Arts Academy has teamed up with DANCE ALIVE! National Ballet company for a spectacular production of the Nutcracker Dec. 5. The Academy will hold auditions for local boys and girls to have a chance to participate in this holiday tradition. Casting will be for boys and girls, aged 7 - 18. Auditions for advanced tumblers will be from 10:00 - 10:30. For more information, contact (904)277-1225.

Fernandina Farmers Market

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:18:14 -0500

Start: Sep 13 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 13 2008 - 1:00pm

When: Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, except we are closed for the Shrimp Festival which is the first Saturday in May.

Where: Corner of Centre Street & 7th Street North in the beautiful downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach. There is plenty of parking available.

Shiny Badges Ball "A Night In Italy"

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:46:54 -0400

Start: Sep 13 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 13 2008 - 11:00pm

The 3rd Annual Shiny Badges Ball will be held on September 13, 2008 at The Golf Club of Amelia Island with a theme of "A Night In Italy" . All proceeds from this event will go to: PAL (Police Athletic League) and MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association). If would like to make a donation, please make check's payable to: Shiny Badges Ball P.O. Box 15184 Fernandina Beach, Fl.

Arborist Certification Education

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:38:32 -0400

Start: Sep 15 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 15 2008 - 9:00pm

Time Fot Tots

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:34:28 -0400

Start: Sep 16 2008 - 10:30am

End: Sep 16 2008 - 11:00am

Bryceville Weight Loss Challenge

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:26:52 -0400

Start: Sep 16 2008 - 12:00pm

End: Sep 16 2008 - 1:00pm

The Bryceville Branch Library is launching a weight loss challenge for individuals who are interested in losing weight! The weight loss program will run for 12 weeks. Each week a new topic will be covered. Topics include the importance of protein, maximizing your metabolism, good and bad fats and carbs and many more! Participants will receive their own personal coach, body analysis, group support and much more! A one time registration fee of $29.00 will be collected at the first meeting.

Arborist Certification Education

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:42:41 -0400

Start: Sep 16 2008 - 6:00pm

End: Sep 16 2008 - 9:00pm

Nassau County Bible Study

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:29:56 -0400

Start: Sep 17 2008 - 9:30am

End: Sep 17 2008 - 11:00am

UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Landscape Matters Class: Rain Barrels and Micro-irrigation

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:55:26 -0400

Start: Sep 17 2008 - 10:00am

End: Sep 17 2008 - 11:00am

Master Gardener Paul Gosnell will conduct a Landscape Matters class on rain barrels and micro-irrigation. The session will take place at the UF/IFAS Nassau County Demonstration Garden. Paul will demonstrate how to make your own rain barrel and the benefits and uses of collected rain water. Additionally, he'll show how to set up micro-irrigation in your landscape. Class is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Extension website at: ht

Steve Nicklas at Men's Newcomers Club

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:02:26 -0400

Start: Sep 18 2008 - 11:30am

End: Sep 18 2008 - 1:30pm

Steve Nicklas, First VP - Investments, UBS Financial Services, will speak about community issues from a financial perspective. Place: Fernandina Beach Golf Club. Cost: $14 in advance; $17 at door. Reservations: Bob Keane, 904-277-4590. All men are invited.

Northeast Florida Memory Walk

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:49:32 -0400

Start: Sep 20 2008 - 8:00am

End: Sep 20 2008 - 1:00pm

The 2008 Northeast Florida Memory Walk, which is the national signature fundraising event of the Alzheimer’s Association, will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at The Jacksonville Landing. Nearly 1,200 local residents are expected to participate in this year’s event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease.
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Fernandina Farmers Market

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:19:08 -0500

Start: Sep 20 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 20 2008 - 1:00pm

When: Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, except we are closed for the Shrimp Festival which is the first Saturday in May.

Where: Corner of Centre Street & 7th Street North in the beautiful downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach. There is plenty of parking available.

Plant Clinic

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 10:11:33 -0400

Start: Sep 22 2008 - 10:00am

End: Sep 22 2008 - 2:00pm

Time for Tots

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:35:48 -0400

Start: Sep 23 2008 - 10:30am

End: Sep 23 2008 - 11:00am

Bryceville Weight Loss Challenge

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:28:14 -0400

Start: Sep 23 2008 - 12:00pm

End: Sep 23 2008 - 1:00pm

Meetings will be held at the Bryceville Branch Library at 7280 Motes Road in Bryceville every Tuesday from 12 noon until 1:00 pm. beginning on Tuesday September 16th. To pre-register or for more information call 904 – 652 – 2420.

Nassau County Bible Study

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:37:28 -0400

Start: Sep 24 2008 - 9:30am

End: Sep 24 2008 - 11:00am

Gerri's Corner 2nd Annual Fashion Show, Silent Auction, & Luncheon

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:55:46 -0400

Start: Sep 25 2008 - 1:00pm

End: Sep 25 2008 - 5:00pm

2nd Annual Fashion Show, Luncheon & Silent Auction to benefit Gerri's Corner at St. Peter's Episcopal Church starting at 1:00 pm. Models are cancer survivors or Gerri's Corner volunteers. If you have items to donate for the silent auction, please contact Jessica Miller at Fifi's Fine Resale at 904-277-4430.

Fall Master Gardener Plant Sale

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:25:33 -0400

Start: Sep 26 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 26 2008 - 2:00pm

The Fall Master Gardener Plant Sale offers Master Gardener-propagated plants, select trees and shrubs and "plant goodies" for your garden, including custom painted planters, created by talented Master Gardeners! Speakers include Nassau County Extension Agent Becky Jordi conducting a session “Growing Citrus in your Backyard;” Dickie Anderson, "Attracting Birds to Your Landscape;" James Loper from Reflections of Nature on "Native Plants;"' and Linda Van Beck on "Growing Florida-friendly Daffodils". For the first time the Master Gardeners will sell Melaleuca Mulch, an environmentally sound mulch for your landscape. Bring your truck, and come early for the best selections and speakers! All proceeds benefit the Nassau County Master Gardener program and the volunteer community projects they perform in Nassau County. Help your garden and help the Master Gardeners help others!

Fall Master Gardener Plant Sale

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:24:52 -0400

Start: Sep 27 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 27 2008 - 2:00pm

The Fall Master Gardener Plant Sale offers Master Gardener-propagated plants, select trees and shrubs and "plant goodies" for your garden, including custom painted planters, created by talented Master Gardeners! Speakers include Nassau County Extension Agent Becky Jordi conducting a session “Growing Citrus in your Backyard;” Dickie Anderson, "Attracting Birds to Your Landscape;" James Loper from Reflections of Nature on "Native Plants;"' Pricilla Stapleton of the Amelia Garden Center; and Linda Van Beck on "Growing Florida-friendly Daffodils". For the first time the Master Gardeners will sell Melaleuca Mulch, an evironmentally-sound mulch for your landscape. Bring your truck, and come early for the best selections and speakers! All proceeds benefit the Nassau County Master Gardener program and the volunteer community projects they perform in Nassau County. Help your garden and help the Master Gardeners help others!

Fernandina Farmers Market

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:21:38 -0500

Start: Sep 27 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 27 2008 - 1:00pm

When: Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, except we are closed for the Shrimp Festival which is the first Saturday in May.

Where: Corner of Centre Street & 7th Street North in the beautiful downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach. There is plenty of parking available.