Across the “land of the free and home of the brave,” in small towns like Fernandina Beach and urban hubs, memorial services were held over the weekend to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on America. Representative of the sentiments and ceremonies across the land, citizens and officials came together in Fernandina Beach. A nation reflected on the historic event that changed the world as we knew it.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Amelia Island’s Fall Festivals & Events
Blues and jazz music are featured during two music festivals happening on Amelia Island in September and October. Georgia-Florida football game festivities. Cool collector cars on historic Centre Street during 8 Flags Car Show. Don’t miss Fort Clinch’s “History of the American Solider,” a very special November 2011 event.
Amelia Island’s Fall Beach Days, Nature, Outdoors
There’s lots of time to enjoy lazy days at the shore on this northeast Florida barrier island after Labor Day. September historic average temperatures in Fernandina Beach are a high of 85 and evening lows average 73 degrees. Then there’s October, a perfect month for outdoor activities.
Fernandina Beach, Home of the Pirates
Football season starts with the first Friday night home game at Fernandina Beach High School September 2, 2011. SEE 2011 HOME GAME SCHEDULE. Cold Stone Creamery, hot dogs and more will be served at concession stand. Swashbuckling Pirates to also invade the field. Come out and support the team!
Labor Day Weekend: Pub Crawl & Amelia Turtle Trot
Wondering what to do Labor Day weekend 2011? Two events taking place on Amelia Island during the holiday weekend are a pub crawl in historic Fernandina Beach and 5K Turtle Trot run or walk right on the beach.
Van Tours of Captivating Cumberland, America’s Wilderness Island
The “Lands and Legacies Tour” of Cumberland Island, GA departs depart daily, with vans accessing more remote areas of this wilderness island that, until now, were difficult for the public to reach. Highlights of the tour are Plum Orchard, a Carnegie mansion, the remains of Robert Stafford’s plantation, and “The Settlement,” along with a tiny church that became famous as the location of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s wedding.
Watch a Sea Turtle Nest Excavation on Amelia Island
Like rock bands, Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch volunteers attract groupies who show up for their turtle gigs. Evening nest excavations wow crowds who gather around them. Unlike Elvis, sometimes baby sea turtles have not yet “left the building,” to the delight of the fans. Learn about sea turtles and Amelia Island’s Annual Turtle Trot 5k run/walk.
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