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🏴☠️ July 30, 2024 | That's one old lighthouse
Good Morning, St. Augustine! I’m James and this is the Old City Lowdown where we go for gold every Tuesday & Friday morning, bringing you the St. Augustine news & events you actually want to hear.
James Foote
July 30, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes
Good Morning, St. Augustine!
I’m James and this is the Old City Lowdown, where we go for gold every Tuesday & Friday morning, bringing you the St. Augustine news & events you actually want to hear.
In this week’s edition:
Back to school tax holiday 🎒
One awesome flea market 🛍️
Meehan’s is back in biz 🍀
Now, let’s get to the Lowdown.
James Foote
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WEATHER
Tuesday
89 🌡️ 76 | ⛅️ | 💧24% | 💨 S 10mph | 🌘 23%
Wednesday
90 🌡️ 76 | ⛅️ | 💧22% | 💨 S 10mph | 🌘 15%
Thursday
91 🌡️ 76 | ⛅️ | 💧24% | 💨 SSW 9mph | 🌘 8%
NOAA Tide Predictions:
NOAA Marine Report:
THE RUNDOWN
Local news that matters
🎒 Back to School tax holiday is underway
It’s about time to go pick up that new laptop you’ve been eyeing. Florida’s annual back-to-school tax holiday is back, running for two weeks through August 11. During this time, you won’t have to pay that pesky sales tax on clothes, shoes, and book bags priced at $100 or less; school supplies at $50 or less; learning aids at $30 or less; and personal computers at $1,500 or less. The tax holiday is projected to save Floridians $97.2 million. (more info)
🏖️ Saint Johns County presents State of the Beaches
On July 17, St. Johns County's “State of the Beaches” presentation highlighted its efforts in managing 32 miles of shoreline. The county reviewed six completed projects from 2023 and four ongoing projects in 2024. (more info)
💡 St. Augustine Lighthouse to celebrate the Big 1-5-0
The St. Augustine Lighthouse, first illuminated on Oct. 15, 1874, is celebrating its 150th birthday with a whole bunch of events and activities this fall. The festivities will run Oct 14-18 and will include new learning activities, community events, and special merch. (more info)
🗑️ Your trash truck may look different this week
Beginning Thursday, SJC’s new residential waste collector, FCC Environmental Services Florida, LLC, we begin servicing county residents as part of a multi-year deal. Saint Johns County states that 87% of residents can expect no changes in service and customer fees will remain the same for the first year. FCC Environmental will be responsible for collection of household garbage, yard waste, recycling, and bulk waste per the county. (more info)
🌀 REMINDER: Free Sandbag Day for SJC Residents
Mentioned last week in the Lowdown, Saint Johns County is giving out 12,000 free, pre-filled sandbags on Wednesday, July 31 between 9AM-1PM. As action starts to pick up in the tropics, it can’t hurt to get ahead of the game. Bring ID/proof of SJC residency to one of the following locations to pick up your free sandbags (limit 12 per car):
Hastings Equestrian Center • 8200 Smith Rd.
Mills Field • 1805 Racetrack Rd.
North Beach Park • 3721 Coastal Highway
Palm Valley • Under the bridge, east side of Intracoastal
Solomon Calhoun Community Center • 1300 Duval St.
Windswept Acres Park • 5335 SR A1A South
BUSINESS BEAT
St. Augustine biz news
🍽️ Multi-Concept Restaurant Opens This Fall
A new restaurant, 36 Granada, is opening this fall in historic St. Augustine, blending The French Pantry and Little Miss Ha. It will feature four unique dining concepts, including a speakeasy bar and a cooking class studio. Located near Flagler College, this unique venue will offer over 200 seats. (more info)
🏥 New Baptist Health Project Under Review
Baptist Health plans a 118,000-square-foot medical campus near SilverLeaf in St. Johns County, featuring a 24/7 emergency center, office space, a maintenance building, and a helipad. Set to open in early 2026, the 22-acre site was purchased for $5.75 million in 2019. (more info)
🪴 Sprouts Coming to SJC
St. Johns County issued a building permit for a new Sprouts Farmers Market at the Shoppes of St. Johns Parkway. Replacing Earth Fare in the plaza, it is expected to create over 100 jobs, opening in early 2026. (more info)
🍀 Meehan’s is BACK, baby
After two weeks that felt like an eternity to some (I’m some), Meehan’s Irish Pub & Seafood House reopens today! The old town pillar closed it’s doors mid-July to complete renovations and update the interior of the building, but will open once again at 11AM. Live music will be back on Thursday as Meehan’s welcomes Heather Craig to the Backyard stage at 1PM.
SHINDIGS
Cool stuff happening around town
✏️ Creative Hangs: a Happy Hour for Creatives at The Art House | Jul 30, 6-8PM
Check out the Creative Hangs happy hour at The Art House this evening to enjoy a free open studio, crafting bowls for November's Empty Bowls fundraiser. All materials provided, no sign-ups needed. Make art, make friends, and support local food banks. (more info)
🏝️ The Mini Vintage Flea at Muggsy’s Bar | Aug 1, 6-9PM
Presented by Two Girls One Market. Curated vintage vendors from all over North East Florida, offering goods spanning all eras. Be sure to check out the Smokey Jones BBQ food truck as well! (more info)
🪩 Hush Hush Silent Disco at Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen | Aug 1, 10PM-Close
Dance and jam out at the Odd Birds every Thursday night. Free Entry, $10 Headphone rental, live music at the front bar and late night Happy Hour in the Speakeasy! Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen is located at 200 Anastasia Blvd. on the Island. (more info)
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Save The Date:
🥃 Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife at Vilano Beach Main Street | Nov 7-10
🐊 The Florida Man Games at St. Johns County Fairgrounds | Mar 1, 2025
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored. Did we forget anything? Email me.
WHAT’S UP @ THE AMP?
Upcoming at St. Augustine Amphitheatre
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LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN
When & where to catch live tunes
Alphabetical order by venue
Tuesday, July 30
Ann O’Malley’s • Smokin’ Joe Schauer, 6-10PM
Chez L’Amour • Shawn Pfaffman, 7-10PM
Milltop Tavern • JC Hatfield, 12-4PM | Jon Q., 4:30-8:30PM
Pierre’s Pub • Johnny Lawrence, 1-5PM | Rambler Kane, 6-10PM
Prohibition Kitchen • Colton Mckenna, 6-9PM
Salt Life Food Shack • Zach Haywood, 6-10PM
Trade Winds Lounge • Bret Blackshear, 1-4:30PM | Mark Hart, 5-8PM | Salty Daug, 9PM-1AM
Wednesday, July 31
Ann O’Malley’s • Dewey Via, 6-10PM
Chez L’Amour • TBD, 7-10PM
Fuzion 904 Eatery • TBD, 5:30-8:30PM
Milltop Tavern • Jim Lamb, 12-4PM | Reggie Starrett, 4:30-8:30PM
Old Coast Ales • Rambler Kane, 6-9PM
Pierre’s Pub • Adam Latiff, 1-5PM | Shyla Macaluso Duo, 6-10PM
Prohibition Kitchen • Cookin’ in the Kitchen, 6-9PM
Salt Life Food Shack • Zach Haywood, 6-10PM
Trade Winds Lounge • Smokin’ Joe Schauer, 1-4:30PM | Mark Hart, 5-8PM | Jack Hammer, 9PM-1AM
Thursday, August 1
Bin 39 Wine Bar • Bret Blackshear, 1-4PM, Josh “Tennessee” Worthy, 4-7PM
Colonial Oak • Country Night w/ Smoke Jones & The 3 Dollar Pistols
Concerts in the Plaza • Shayla Nelson, 6-8PM
Fuzion 904 Eatery • Buffalo Rose, 5:30-8:30PM
Guy Harvey Resort • Mike Cook, 5-8PM
La Cocina at San Sebastian Winery • Tony Scozzaro, 1-4PM
Marina Munch • Bad Dog Mama, 5-8PM
Meehan’s Irish • Heather Craig, 1PM (Backyard)
Milltop Tavern • Jim Lamb, 12-4PM | John Tyler, 4:30-8:30PM
Oasis • Sue & Dave, 5-8PM
Pierre’s Pub • Babe Honey, 1-5PM | Vegas Gray Duo, 6-10PM
Prohibition Kitchen • Free Range Strange, 6-9PM
Salt Life Food Shack • Caleb Joye, 6-10PM
Trade Winds Lounge • Just Wade, 1-4:30PM | Crawford Boyd’s Acoustic Anomaly, 5-8PM | TBD, 9PM-1AM
*Artists & times are subject to change - that’s life. We do our best to provide you with the most up-to-date information.
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