Free dog adoptions offered through June
The St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine, is facing overcrowding due to increased pet surrenders and strays. To address this urgent situation, the Pet Center is waiving the $60 adoption fee for dogs through June 29.
Each adopted dog comes with complimentary spaying or neutering and microchipping. The Pet Center also offers free pet toys and food while supplies last.
To view available pets and begin the adoption process, go to sjcfl.us/pet-center and select the PetFinder link. The Pet Center’s adoption hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday inside the Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Road. The market offers fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, tea, seasonal treats, soap, jewelry, plants and more.
Democratic Club topic is Middle East
The Ponte Vedra Democratic Club will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, June 24, at the Ponte Vedra Beach Library. Optional “chat & chew” begins at 5:30 p.m. The speaker will be Jacksonville University professor Dr. Gaylord Candler, delivering a presentation on “Middle East 101.” All are welcome. For additional information, email PVDemClub@gmail.com.
Explore the beach at GTM Research Reserve
Join volunteers at the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM) for a beach exploration 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 15. Collect seashells, search for shark teeth and learn about coastal wildlife. Meet at GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. Hat, insect repellent, water and sunscreen are recommended. The event is free but online registration is required. To register, go to gtmnerr.org/visit/events.
Battle of Bloody Mose re-enactment is June 22
History comes to life on Florida’s Historic Coast as the Fort Mose Historical Society presents the Battle of Bloody Mose at Fort Mose Historic State Park on June 22. Since 2010, this annual re-enactment showcases the pivotal battle between the invading British, Scottish and Native American troops and the prevailing Spanish, Free Black and Native American militia.
The opening ceremony begins at 10 a.m. June 22, with the first battle at 11 a.m. and the second at 1 p.m. The event is free, but the Fort Mose Historical Society accepts donations. Visitors can also see the progress of the 1738 fort reconstruction, a joint effort between the Florida State Parks Foundation and the Fort Mose Historical Society, started in February, with completion expected later in the year.
