“The Story of Jazz Part 2: Swing, Swing, Swing” June 28, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL From the origins of jazz through the big band era and bebop, blues & beyond, the Dynamic Les DeMerle and his band, with vocalist Bonnie Eisele, guides you on a musical journey with classics from each era. “Swing, Swing, Swing” will feature music by Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Harry James and more! The […] $35
Island Art Association – Critique Group June 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Island Art Association – Critique Group Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL An open discussion and critique group meets on the last Saturday of each month at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro from 12:00 noon-2:00 pm. All mediums are welcome. Artists may bring works in progress to receive the group’s support and views. Story & Song’s Bistro offers a breakfast and lunch menu.
StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha June 28, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
Author Event: “Life Line” June 27, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Come and learn more about Tom Hitchcock’s latest book, "LifeLine," a sweeping, ambitious work of historical fiction that strays from the genres and Amelia Island settings his readers have come to expect. Instead, we enter into global turmoil of World War II. "LifeLine" follows 3 families across 2 continents—thrust into battles at sea and in […]
Amelia Island Writers: “Edit to Elevate” June 24, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Confused about editing? Join us for a panel discussion with seasoned editors Beth Mansbridge, Kenneth Overman, and Emily Carmain (joining via Zoom) as they break down the different types of editing and how each helps shape a polished manuscript. With decades of experience across genres, these pros will share insights and answer your questions—perfect for […]
Kids Hobby Hour: “Directive Drawing” June 23, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Learn how to draw The Pirate Twins characters, Fern & Marsh, with local author and illustrator Britt Menzies. • 3-4 pm • Kids Age 6-12 • 25 max. per class Free. Reserve your spot. Workshops fill up quickly! If your plans change and you cannot attend, please call the store at 904-601-2118.
Kids Hobby Hour: “Directive Drawing” June 23, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Learn how to draw The Pirate Twins characters, Fern & Marsh, with local author and illustrator Britt Menzies. • 2-3 pm • Kids Age 6-12 • 25 max. per class Free. Reserve your spot. Workshops fill up quickly! If your plans change and you cannot attend, please call the store at 904-601-2118.
“An Evening of Story & Song” with EG Kight June 21, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL With her rich vocals, captivating guitar style, and hefty catalog of well-crafted original songs, EG Kight has entertained audiences around the globe in true southern style. An indisputable triple threat — as singer, songwriter, and guitar player — with her own unique blend of “country flavored southern fried blues”, her music appeals to fans across […]
StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha June 21, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join us at the store for a magical StoryTime with Ms. Dearsha, our beloved and very talented Director of Children’s Merchandise and Programming! StoryTime is every Saturday at 10:30 am in the store. No RSVP needed. Just come on in! Dive into fantastical worlds, meet dynamic characters, and let your imagination soar! We can't wait to […]
Author Event: “Confessions of a Grammar Queen” June 20, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join bestselling author Eliza Knight for an afternoon of wit, ambition, and literary charm! In conversation with bestselling author Madeline Martin ("The Last Bookshop in London)," Knight shares her latest novel about a trailblazing copyeditor in 1960s New York determined to shatter the glass ceiling in publishing. A must for fans of historical fiction, strong […] Free
Cinema & Conversation June 18, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cinema & Conversation Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, join us to watch a film chosen for its meaningful theme, and stay for a facilitated discussion after. Free and open to all. Free
Poetry Canteen June 17, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Poetry Canteen Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture 1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL Join us the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Amelia Island’s Poet Laureate Nola Perez and friends as they gather to share their love of poetry, reading their own works or favorites of others. There will be a five-minute “open mic” format to read your work! See you there! Free