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Miss Shrimp Festival Scholarship Pageant 2012, Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island News Wire — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:30:11 +0000

The deadline for young ladies to register to compete in the Miss Shrimp Festival Pageant is April 10, 2012. An annual tradition during the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival (held the first weekend in May each year), high school level juniors and seniors are eligible to enter and must live in Nassau County, Florida.

WEEKEND: Small-town Holiday Traditions in Fernandina Beach

W. B. Lawson — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 03:59:55 +0000

In life, family traditions endure through generations, from recipes cooked, special crafts made, the gathering of relatives, and other actions that become rituals over time. Just like families, communities also have their own. The first weekend in December each year is one filled with small-town holiday traditions, including Friday's "Christmas Glow Night" when luminaries line 2-miles of Atlantic Avenue.

Historic District Holidays 2011, Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island

W. B. Lawson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:26:50 +0000

The holiday season in Fernandina's downtown historic district is a time when another layer of quaintness veils the town like a vintage lace shawl. Window shopping along Fernandina's Centre Street reveals more than the goods inside. Look at the window reflections to see the images of historic buildings across the street, a looking-glass to the past.

Amelia Island’s December 2011 Calendar of Holiday Events

W. B. Lawson — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:27:55 +0000

Enjoy a peek inside select historic homes in Fernandina decked out for the holidays. Attend "A Christmas Story" performance or culinary fair, "Taste of Amelia." Holiday Light Parade plus adorable pets will also march in the Parade of Paws, dressed up for their walk down historic Centre Street. See more events.

Juicier Shrimp? Fernandina Spice Company’s Shrimp Brine Product

W. B. Lawson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 19:05:13 +0000

CULINARY TREAT -- Besides Amelia Island's beautiful beaches, coastal nature, golf courses, and Fernandina's charming downtown historic district, is another bonus of local living and visiting. The shrimp boats in our backyard! This means fresh, delicious wild-caught shrimp from local area waters. A new product, Perfect Shrimp Brine, has been launched by the Fernandina Spice Company.

Amelia Island Autumn: Pumpkins on Porches, Football Frenzy

W. B. Lawson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 02:20:33 +0000

Anticipation is thick and excitement grows during the last week of October every year on Amelia Island and in nearby Jacksonville. Folks flock to northeast Florida like migratory birds each year for ritualistic football gatherings and the big game. Will Georgia get their 4th victory of the last 20 years?

Grand Plans: “Re-Imagination Project” at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

W. B. Lawson — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 17:05:21 +0000

A new lobby will greet guests with floor-to-ceiling ocean views. The Beach Club area will be enhanced with an infinity edge pool at the seaside cascading into another large pool offering panoramic oceanfront views. There will also be a new ocean view bar, steak house, sushi/tapas restaurant and pizza shop.

Reflections of 9/11, Fernandina Beach Memorial Service

W. B. Lawson — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:43:04 +0000

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.

Fernandina Beach, Home of the Pirates

W. B. Lawson — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:04:16 +0000

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!

Recipe For Success? Pepper’s Mexican Grill & Cantina, Fernandina Beach

W. B. Lawson — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 18:17:38 +0000

With good food, generous portions and reasonable prices, appears Pepper's has found the recipe for success in Fernandina Beach -– a good value along with festive atmosphere.

Fernandina Beach High School Band Yard Sale

W. B. Lawson — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:34:41 +0000

Here's an opportunity to get rid of some clutter and at the same time do a good deed. The Fernandina Beach High School Band is collecting items for a fundraising YARD SALE August 6, 2011. They're making "house calls" around the local community to pick up donated items leading up to the sale.

Old-fashioned 4th of July Holiday in Historic Fernandina

W. B. Lawson — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:26:54 +0000

Happening 4th of July weekend on Amelia Island: Jimmy Parish & the Ocean Waves will create a Margaritaville vibe in this Victorian-era riverfront city with a free concert July 1. Stars & Stripes Freedom Festival July 4, 2011 in Fernandina. Parade on Centre Street, fireworks at Fernandina's riverfront and Ritz-Carlton oceanfront.