Hello again, neighbors — here's your quick tour of what's happening around Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, and the rest of Nassau County this week. Pour a cup of coffee and settle in; there's a little something for everyone.
The Fernandina Beach Farmers & Arts Market is back Saturday, August 22 from 9am to 1pm in historic downtown — fresh local produce, handmade goods, and plenty of friendly faces along Centre Street. Then on Sunday, August 23, the Sunset Concert Series brings free live music down to Main Beach; pack a chair, catch the ocean breeze, and stay for the sky show as the sun goes down. For the full, always-current calendar, check our Local Events page.
A couple of local notes worth sharing. Bosque Bello Cemetery, one of Fernandina's oldest and most storied places, is moving a step closer to a spot on the National Register of Historic Places — a well-earned bit of recognition for a piece of our island's history. On a more bittersweet note, The Surf, a beachfront fixture for some 70 years, is preparing to close its doors in the coming weeks — a gentle reminder to savor the local spots we love while we can.
Looking just ahead: Sounds on Centre returns to historic Centre Street on Friday, September 4, with free live music and a lively downtown evening that's always a great night out. And Friday-night lights are back too, as Nassau County's high school football teams kick off their 2026 season — a fine excuse to grab a seat in the stands and cheer on the home crowd.
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