The St. Augustine Connection

14/09/2025

Do you have plans from March to September in 2026? We'd love to have you as our Scientists-in-Parks Intern! 🥾

Duties include sea turtle nesting patrols, nest management and evaluation, and processing of stranded turtles; shorebird nest and chick monitoring; invasive plant data collection; water quality monitoring; and more! 🐢 The SIP participant will develop and deliver science-based interpretive programs to the visiting public on a scheduled basis, as well as assist with a series of nature camps for kids. They will also assist with the park's social media outreach efforts by preparing educational information for posting. This is a paid position, and housing will be provided by the park.

🔎 Still reading? Learn how to apply here: https://conservation-legacy.breezy.hr/p/a526769a465b-natural-resource-management-assistant-americorps

Image: Intern smiles on a boardwalk in a forest. Text reads "We're looking for a Scientists in Parks Intern! Accepting Applications Now!"

12/09/2025

🌿 The City Commission has launched the Red Cedar Award for Environmental Impact, recognizing those who help protect and preserve St. Augustine’s natural beauty.

Nominations open January 2026, with the first award presented during Earth Month.

Learn more here: https://www.citystaug.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=630

12/09/2025

The St. Johns River Water Management District plans to offer up to $60,000 during the third year of its Blue School Grant Program—the 2024–2025 school year. Up to $3,000 per teacher, per school will be awarded to K-12 teachers to enhance student knowledge of Florida’s water resources. Schools ...

12/09/2025

📣 St. Johns County Announces Ceremony to Celebrate the $1 Million State Appropriation for the Florida Black History Museum

St. Johns County will host a ceremony and $1 million state appropriation check presentation for the Florida Museum of Black History project to be built in St. Augustine.

📅 Thursday, September 18
🕘 9:00 a.m.
📍 Collier-Blocker-Puryear Park Complex, 10 N. Holmes Blvd.

The $1 million state allocation is for Phase I planning and design of the Museum and will be administered through the Florida Department of State.

St. Johns County is honored to have been selected as the preferred location for the Florida Museum of Black History and looks forward to partnering with the State to convey the 450 plus years of experiences of Black Floridians and the African American diaspora. Learn more: https://bit.ly/425coow

Florida Memorial University - Official-FMU
West Augustine CRA Steering Committee

12/09/2025

🚧✨ Construction Has Begun! ✨🚧
Join us Tuesday, Sept. 16th at 4:30 PM for a special prayer and cross placement in the foundation of our new AOMH apartments. 🙏🏡

📍 2860 Collins Ave., St. Augustine
📧 Info: [email protected]

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09/09/2025

🌊 Heads up, St. Augustine. King tides are expected to begin Tuesday, September 9 and continue through Sunday, September 14. Flood-prone areas may see higher-than-usual street flooding, and next week’s forecast includes more rain and wind. Please use extra caution.

🚫 Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters
⚠️ Be alert for loose or lifted manhole covers
📲 Report flooding or clogged drains at CityStAug.com/ReportFlooding

Learn more here: https://www.citystaug.com/1032/King-Tide-Chart-Prediction

09/09/2025

The Fall Fling Family Festival presented by Fiesta Falls Miniature Golf will take place on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the St. Augustine Rod & Gun Club, with the goal of raising $10,000 for the new Clean Start laundry facilities at the Goff Family Shelter, currently under construction.

This facility, with 37 beds, will shelter families with minor children... providing stability and a safe place to rebuild their lives as they work toward permanent housing. The festival will be a lively, family-friendly community event featuring:

🎻Live bluegrass music by the St. Augustine High School Band
🏆Cornhole Tournament
🍔Food trucks serving a variety of food options
🎨Kids’ activities, including games, crafts, and inflatables
🧵Local vendors and artisans offering handcrafted items and treats
🎟50/50 Raffle
🍺Cider Bar
🚜Hay Rides
🎃Pumpkin painting
Community partner booths sharing resources, Kids' Safety tips, and ways to get involved and More! PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY:
HTTPS://onecau.se/fallfling
Funds raised will directly support the Clean Start Laundry facility, giving families a space to do laundry, start fresh in and build a path forward. The event will bring together families, businesses, and supporters to enjoy a day of fall fun while making a lasting difference for local families experiencing homelessness.

08/09/2025

If your tech devices (cell phones, tablets & laptops) are driving you crazy, help is at hand at the St. Johns Library Main Branch. See the schedule below for details. I am also there this Thursday (Sept. 11).

Bring in your device(s) and let's talk about it!