Monday, October 20, 2014

What's Up Amelia?

There's plenty of local fun going on this week! Every event is a link, simply click on the event to find out more! 

Amelia Island Sunset taken by Marisa at Kayak Amelia on The River Cruise

Monday October the 20th
Tuesday October the 21st
Wednesday October the 22nd
Thursday October the 23rd
Friday October the 24th
Dinner at The Galley

Saturday October the 25th
Sunday October the 26th
Monday October the 27th
Wild Horse on Cumberland Island during The River Cruise

Special and Notable events! 

The Northeast Florida Fair is going on now through the 26th at the fairgrounds in Callahan! 

There is a yummy new business on the Island, Amelia Island Tasting Tours! Their first tour is this coming Thursday, October the 23rd! Make sure you snag a space for the Downtown Tasting Tour or Mixology Tour because space is limited and going fast! Click here to reserve your spot!

Visit the pumpkin patch at Trinity United Methodist Church on the corner of 8th + Ash! It's open Mon-Sat 11am - 7pm through October 25th! 

This month marks 1 year since I opened my little boutique Colie's in Downtown Amelia Island! We will be celebrating at the shop all day Saturday, October 25th! Be sure to stop in for some treats and deals! 50% off select jewelry, 30% - 50% off a wide selection of clothing!  11am - 8pm


Be sure to use hashtag #exploreamelia when you share your adventures on Amelia Island with friends and family on social media!

xoxo - Ashley
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Saturday, October 18, 2014

Go Local : Fall Favorites


It's finally Fall in Florida and it feels pretty amazing outside right now! The Downtown shops have taken note and are stuffed with cozy and cute fall items! Here are some of my favorites! Clicking on the store name will take you to the store's facebook page where you can find their location Downtown and store hours!

Lemongrass

Lemongrass has an amazing selection of women's boots and fall sandals! Their selection of men's apparel is on trend with new styles perfect for the cooler fall weather!

Harbor Wear

Show your local love for where you live with a sweater from Harbor Wear! They have hoodies in every color you could wish for! Don't let the tourist show you up, show everyone you're proud to be an Amelia Island local!

Lori + Lulu

Lori + Lulu has everything you need to make a glamourous transition into Fall! This gorgeous cape is sure to keep you warm on chilly nights and the detail in these beaded bracelets is stunning!

The Book Loft

My pick from The Book Loft is their wonderful local book "The Seasons of Cumberland Island." Their fall window display is also one of my favorites!


Kayak Amelia's Gift Shop

With Christmas shopping right around the corner nothing is more perfect than these Urban Market Bags from Kayak Amelia's Gift Shop Downtown! They come in packs of 3 or 6 in perfect colors for Fall! Just right for toting home all those groceries for Holiday parties!


Colie's Clothing + Gifts

Colie's has plenty of cozy scarves and sweaters to wrap up in this Fall! From cozy infinity scarves to large wrap around scarves Colie's has you covered! Our new line of all natural soy candles smell amazing! The pumpkin harvest is a personal fav! It is a different take on the pumpkin scent with strong buttery notes and just a hint of spice!

No matter what you are looking for this Fall you're sure to find something you love at one of our Downtown merchants! So Go Local! Get out and explore Downtown! While you're out exploring don't forget to snap a pic of your favorite places and share it on social media using hashtag #exploreamelia 
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Wednesday, October 15, 2014

What's Up Amelia?

UPDATE! 11-14-14 The 'What's Up Amelia?' post are so popular that I have given them their own tab at the top of the blog! Every week all you have to do is click the What's Up Amelia tab above to see what's going on each week on our beautiful Island!


 Our little town has so much to offer each and every weekend! From networking with businesses to a sunset cruise to fun events for the kiddos, you're sure to find something exciting to do this weekend on Amelia Island! If you know of an event that is not listed please leave a comment below so we can add it! If you have a future event that you would like to be added in our next "What's Up Amelia" post email us at hellocolie.ashley@gmail.com
Click on a event for times, location, cost, and more info on that specific event! 
Thursday October 16th
Friday October the 17th

Sunday October 19th

 OTHER FUN STUFF!

Thursday the 16th of October kicks off the Northeast Florida Fair at the fairgrounds in Callahan! Click here for more info! 

Sign up now for Amelia Island's newest dining event, Amelia Island Tasting Tours! Taste your way around Downtown like never before!

"At Amelia Island Tasting Tours, our focus is to create an incredible experience for each and every one of our tour guests, whether you are a local who wants to enjoy an experience in beautiful downtown Fernandina Beach or a visitor looking to find the best restaurants that the locals love. We want to showcase our wonderful bars and restaurants, as we are passionate that downtown Fernandina has a mix of terrific local places found nowhere else. In addition, we want our tour guests to be able to meet the wonderful owners, staff, and mixologists that are passionate about their craft. Amelia Island has such character and charm, and with Amelia Island Tasting Tours, you will experience all of it! " - from Amelia Island Tasting Tours

A lot of local bars and restaurants also have live music on the weekends so be sure to look up your favorite spot and see what they have going on! The weather is perfect this weekend so get out there and #exploreamelia! 
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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Shop Local This Weekend : Get Game Day Ready Downtown!

It's October and that means football season is in full swing! The shops of Downtown Amelia Island have everything you need to be Game Day ready! From clothing + accessories to household decor, koozies + drink wear, and much more! 


Check out the fun tailgating merch from these fab downtown merchants! Click on the store name to follow them on Facebook!


1. Southern Touch Gifts & Home Decor located at 301 Centre Street : They have it all! From Auburn home decor to Gator scarves!


2. Kayak Amelia's Gift Shop located at 4 N 2nd Street.: These Hydro Flask from Kayak Amelia will keep you're beer cold the whole game!


3. The Pineapple Patch located at 201 Centre Street : Pineapple Patch carries women's and children's clothing and accessories! My favorite is this adorable Florida Gator top! 


4. Wadsworth's located at 204 Centre Street : Wadsworths has fun Game Day apparel for men and women! My Fav is the adorable Jadelynn Brooke t-shirt and koozies! 


5. Pajama Life located at 12 S 2nd Street : Watch the game in comfort with some PJ Pants from Pajama Life! Even your beer will be comfy and cold with one of these cool football koozies! 



6. Colie's Clothing + Gifts located at 4 N 2nd Street : Get some on trend Game Day apparel, as well as jewelry and bows at Colie's! 


Where should you eat this weekend?

Hola! Cuban Cafe
Pop in for a cup of Cafe Con Leche and my personal favorite the Pan Con Lechon! A yummy sandwich piled with flavorful shredded, roasted pork and a garlic mojo sauce! They also offer a delicious assortment of sweet and savory pastries!


And they cater! Have a event or large tailgate? Just call Hola!


Don't forget!!! Tonight is Sounds on Centre from 6pm - 8pm!

Thanks for checking out my first "Shop Local This Weekend" post! I'll be popping in and out of all our lovely local stores finding new things to post! If you are Downtown this weekend be sure to pop in all the other wonderful shops not mentioned above! I won't be including every store every week, but I sure will try to get different stores in every other week! What's your favorite store in Downtown Fernandina? Let us know in the comments below and tell us why!

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