Fernandina Historic District News
September, 2008 For and about Fernandina Beach’s Historic District Publisher/Editor Chuck Hall
Historic Street Pavers Almost Sold
When I was a kid, the streets of Fernandina’s downtown were artfully paved with red bricks (pavers). They were likely laid down in the 1800’s to replace the sand and shell streets here. This continued right up until the redesign of Centre Street in the mid 1970’s. Recently, I received an email from an HD News reader that told me the City was auctioning off our antique street pavers on Ebay!
I was very concerned, as these bricks are a part of our heritage, and besides that, the price was only 1 penny each (I was afraid that they would be sold quickly)! I have always hoped that these bricks could be used in a project downtown; perhaps the new Pocket Parks?
Anyhoo, a few emails later, and the City Commissioners agreed to instruct the City Manager to halt the auction, and save our historic bricks. It is my hope that we treat our historic artifacts not as so much a commodity, but rather as an honored heritage.
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Waterfront Project On Hold
As you might know, the waterfront condominiums, retail, and marina project worked on so hard by so many along Front Street, is now officially ‘on hold’. The economy appears to have become a stumbling block even for the vast resources of Lane Development Corp.
As many developers do, Lane uses ‘equity partners’ to share the weight of such a large project, but the lenders today are not forthcoming with funds. So, sadly, we will wait even longer to see this project develop.
What’s even more distressing, is that Lane has decided not to purchase the Florida Petroleum sites, or some other vacant lots along the waterfront. I had high hopes that we would see a great deal of activity there, but not for now. There are currently no plans for a start date.
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Historic District Picnic
Wow! Another fantastic Picnic was held on Sept. 7th downtown (in my backyard!). We were so blessed by the generous outpouring of gifts and services from so many merchants around the county! The door prizes were quite numerous; seems like everybody left with a gift!
I counted about 150 attendees over the 4 hour event. Many local musicians provided live music. All the visitors brought side-dishes to share and relaxed under the Live Oak tree. Citizens Bank even donated the children’s bounce-land!! Boy, were the little ones tired after all that!
Food? It was so varied and delicious. Annette’s Special BBQ was a big hit. The weather was perfect, too. All in all, another big day in the Historic District!
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Fall Arts Show Sept 27-28
The Historic Fernandina Business Association is presenting the annual Fall Arts Show this month! This year’s event promises to be full of unique paintings, sculptures, and multi-media designs. As you know, this event is designed to be a fine arts show, rather than a catch-all market. In addition to the art, there will be food booths and a multi-location Wine-Tasting event. Live music will be performed both days, and even the Pirates will be there with their ship! Arrrr!!!!
We expect over 100 artists to display, plus the additional attractions. This will definitely be an event to attend! Location will be from Front Street along Centre St. to 3rd St., and along 2nd St. Hours are 9 Am to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday. Sept 27-28
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Fiesta de Santa Maria, Sept 20
Hosted by the Historic Fernandina Business Association, the 5th Annual Fiesta de Santa Maria takes place Saturday, September 20, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the culturally-rich South 3rd Street – the site of the Florida House Inn, the state’s oldest surviving tourist hotel.
While staying at this Victorian-style bed and breakfast, Jose Marti plotted the Cuban War for Independence from Spain in 1895-1898. The fiesta is named in honor of “Isle de Santa Maria”, which was the name of Amelia Island during the first Spanish reign from 1565 to 1763.
Artisans, crafters and local businesses will transform South 3rd Street into a marketplace from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Younger visitors can participate in piñata breaking at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Historical displays and dance exhibitions are also planned. Latin-themed dishes from area restaurants will tickle visitors’ taste buds with flavors of the days when Amelia Island was ruled under the flags of Spain and Mexico. A street dance will be held from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
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Amelia Island Film Festival
Hey, I am so excited about the Film Festival ! This is the inaugural season, and there are over 40 films to see! The films will be shown at various locations around the island. So, if you are a film buff like me, you’ll really enjoy this local version of Cannes and Sundance.
The festival runs Sept 25th through the 29th. Contact them at www.AmeliaIslandFilmFestival.com or call 904-335-1110
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