Ongoing Series
“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together. "
Vincent Van Gogh
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Story Time with Ms. Dearsha
Saturdays at 10:30 am
Come listen to a story and do a fun craft with Ms. Dearsha, our Children's Department Specialist. Free and open to all. Every Saturday at 10:30. Visit the Kids page for details and featured books.
Amelia Island Knitters
Wednesdays, 2-5 pm
Love to knit and socialize with others who share your passion? You're welcome to join this group that meets every Wednesday. For more information, contact Anne Smith (904-362-7890) or Ann Hanner (904-206-1137).
Mindfulness & Meditation: Stability and Tranquility with Scott
Thursday, February 20 • 10-11 am
Come join Scott Woodward for a guided meditation practice. February's motivation will be stability and tranquility. Each session will end with a loving-kindness practice of giving and receiving. Free and open to the public.
Cinema & Conversation
Friday, February 21 at 7 pm
Led by Diana Herman
Tonight's film is particularly noted for its soundtrack by two Brazilian composers. Though licensing rules prohibit us from telling you the name of the film, all we'll say is that you'll learn a lot about Greek mythology amidst Carnaval in Rio. There is no cost to attend, but donations to offset licensing fees are gratefully accepted.
Seaside Strummers Ukulele Club
Saturday, February 22 at 3 pm
Seaside Strummers Ukulele Club for kids and teens meets. Share your interest in the hottest instrument on the music scene at this kid-friendly jam. Instruments available for beginners.
Amelia Island Florida Writers Association
Tuesday, February 25 at 4 pm
Amelia Island Chapter of the Florida Writers Association meets. Dr. Donna Jennings will discuss Blog Basics for Writers All are welcome to attend.
Mindfulness & Meditation: Singing Bowls with Valarie
Thursday, February 27 • 10-11 am
Come join Valarie Brandt as she guides a Yoga Nidra meditation practice followed by her wonderful singing bowls. Free and open to the public.
March
Teen Poetry Slam
Monday, March 2 at 5 pm
Join Allie Jay and friends to share favorite poems or something you’ve written.
Tuesday with TED
Tuesday, March 3 at 10 am
TED is a nonprofit organization with the belief in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and, ultimately, the world. TED talks, which span a wide array of timely topics that cover Technology, Education, and Design, have been viewed by millions of people across the globe. If you believe in civil conversation, shared goals, and our ability to learn from one another, come on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 am to watch a TED talk (18 minutes or less), followed by a facilitated short discussion after. Let’s engage in the fine art of conversation and learn from one another.
Mindfulness & Meditation: Stability and Tranquility with Scott
Thursday, March 5 • 10-11 am
Come join Scott Woodward for a guided meditation practice. February's motivation will be stability and tranquility. Each session will end with a loving-kindness practice of giving and receiving. Free and open to the public.
Story & Song Book Group
Thursday, March 5 • 5-6:15 pm
The Story & Song Book Group will meet to discuss if the creek don't rise by Leah Weiss.
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Understanding Our World
Monday, March 9 at 10 am
Come join our non-fiction book discussion: A Path of Reason for America with author Phil Scanlan
Nola's Poetry Canteen
Tuesday, March 10 at 5 pm
Poetry Canteen with Nola Perez and friends. Poetry comes in so many different forms and in one evening we can laugh, cry, and sigh. Bring a poem, one you like or maybe one you have written, to read out loud. Our Amelia Island poet and author Nola Perez will lead the group each second Tuesday of the month from 5 to 6 pm.
Mindfulness & Meditation: Singing Bowls with Valarie
Thursday, March 12 • 10-11 am
Come join Valarie Brandt as she guides a Yoga Nidra meditation practice followed by her wonderful singing bowls. Free and open to the public.
ArtRageous Art Walk
Saturday, March 14 • 5-7 pm
Visit participating art galleries around town, including our own “Second Story.”
Mindfulness & Meditation: Stability and Tranquility with Scott
Thursday, March 19 • 10-11 am
Come join Scott Woodward for a guided meditation practice. February's motivation will be stability and tranquility. Each session will end with a loving-kindness practice of giving and receiving. Free and open to the public.
Cinema & Conversation
Friday, March 20 at 7 pm
“Movies with a message” that will leave you wanting to talk about it … just what we do after the film ends! The discussion will also touch on the ways the director used this experience to share the joys of film-making. There's no charge to attend, but donations to offset Motion Picture Licensing fees are gratefully accepted.
Art Critique
Saturday, March 21 at 12 noon
Enjoy lunch and perhaps a glass of wine, browse books and have your art critiqued ... or come to observe. Everyone is welcome,
Amelia Island Florida Writers Association
Tuesday, March 24 at 4 pm
Amelia Island Chapter of the Florida Writers Association meets. Dr. Donna Jennings will discuss Blog Basics for Writers All are welcome to attend.
Seaside Strummers Ukulele Club
Saturday, March 28 at 3 pm
Seaside Strummers Ukulele Club for kids and teens meets. Share your interest in the hottest instrument on the music scene at this kid-friendly jam. Instruments available for beginners.
Mindfulness & Meditation: Singing Bowls with Valarie
Thursday, April 2 • 10-11 am
Come join Valarie Brandt as she guides a Yoga Nidra meditation practice followed by her wonderful singing bowls. Free and open to the public.
Ample parking!
Park in the large parking lot behind our building.
After business hours, feel free to park across Park Avenue where you’ll find two additional large parking areas.
Elevator
The first level of Story & Song is accessible.
If you would like to use the elevator to The Second Story, please use the middle entrance of the building to our west.