Sounds on Centre is a series of free community concerts that will be held on the first Friday of every month from March through October, except May. Concerts will be from 6 to 8 p.m. in Historic Downtown Fernandina on Centre Street between Front and Second streets. For more information please visit www.downtownfernandina.com.

March 12-14 marks the return of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. This is one of the largest classic car shows in the nation, featuring over 250 rare automobiles and motorcycles from private collections worldwide. (904) 636-0027. www.ameliaislandconcours.org.

On Saturday, March 13, the Nassau County Animal Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. Area rescue groups will be on hand to promote adoption of rescued animals and to educate the public on the importance of spay/neuter/vaccination. Admission is free. www.nassauanimal.com. (904) 321-2267.

Every Friday during the spring and summer months, The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation comes alive with Boardwalk Bash! Featuring food and drink specials, $1 beer and live music, Boardwalk Bash is the place to be for happy hour on Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m.! www.aipfl.com. (904) 491-4646.

Boardwalk Bash is held every Friday at The Spa and Shops at Amelia Island Plantation
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Artrageous Artwalk, a free, self-guided tour of 13 local art galleries, is held on the second Saturday of every month from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.. The Artwalks showcase a wide array of fine art, including photography, pottery, copper, metal, stained glass, watercolors, acrylics and more. Visitors also have the opportunity to meet and mingle with the artists. (800) 226-3542.

On the third Friday of every month, the Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation entitled "Third on Third at the Amelia Island Museum of History." These presentations are on a variety of topics, but each relate to the history of the island. The event takes place at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free for members; $5 for non-members. (904) 261-7378. www.ameliamuseum.org.

The annual Katie Ride and Walk for Life April 17 is a premier cycling and walking event for organ and tissue donor awareness. Cyclists can choose from 30km, 60km, 100km and 100-mile courses. Walkers can choose a 5k or 10k course. To register or make a donation online, please visit www.katierideforlife.org.

The streets of historic downtown Fernandina will be packed the weekend of April 29-May 2 for the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival! This island tradition, one of the largest arts and crafts festivals in the southeast, was founded to commemorate Fernandina Beach as the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry. Enjoy fine arts and crafts, antiques, live music, family fun, pirates, fireworks and lots of delicious shrimp and seafood! Call 1-866-4AMELIA or go to www.shrimpfestival.com.

May 7-30 is the annual Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival. Join Artistic Director Christopher Rex and his many world-renowned musician friends as they perform chamber music at various venues throughout Amelia Island, including many historic buildings and churches. For performance and ticket information call (904) 261-1779 or visit online at www.aicmf.com.

Nature photography workshops are a popular event at the Wild Amelia Nature Festival
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The Wild Amelia Nature Festival May 21-23 invites residents and visitors to experience the wild side of Amelia Island. With eco-tours, seminars, photography exhibits and more, the three-day festival offers something for everyone. Opportunities include a Segway tour of Ft. George Island, kayaking the marshes along Ft. Clinch State Park, and exploration of bird habitats by bike.  (904) 277-0717. www.wildamelia.com.