VICTORIAN SEASIDE HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Dec. 3-7: Sanders Family Christmas
Presented by the Amelia Community Theater, this is a music sequel
to Smoke on the Mountain. 261-6749.

Dec. 5: Luminary Led Walking Tour
Hosted by the Amelia Island Museum of History, this tour will take
you through the beautifully decorated historic downtown streets. Learn
stories of the people and events that shaped the destiny of northeast
Florida. 261-7378.

Dec. 5: Fernandina Beach Woman's Club Annual Christmas Glow
An evening of holiday fun for the family featuring Santa Claus,
luminaries, entertainment, hot dogs and chili. 261-6088.

Dec. 6: Christmas Pet Parade
On Centre Street. 321-0020.

Dec. 6: "The Lights Before Christmas"
Mayor Joe Gerrity will officially light the City of Fernandina
Beach's Christmas Tree at the downtown marina at 5 p.m. The Holiday
Parade will follow at 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 6-7: Christmas Tour of Bed & Breakfast Inns
Enjoy the holiday sights and sounds as you tour eight of the
country's most beautiful bed and breakfast inns and the historic Nassau
County Courthouse. (866) 4-AMELIA.

Dec. 6-7: Amelia Arts Academy Concert
Featuring holiday music by the Amelia Island Chorale. 7:30 p.m. at
the F.B.M.S. Auditorium. 277-1255.

Dec. 6-7: Children's Storybook Tea
At the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Children can enjoy traditional
afternoon tea and a holiday storybook performance with sandwiches,
sweets and a party favor for each child. Reservations are required.
277-1100.

Dec. 6-7: Union Garrison at Fort Clinch
Volunteers join park rangers to recreate life in Fort Clinch during
the War Between the States. 277-7274.

Dec. 9-10: Holiday Cooking School
Held in the kitchen of The Grill at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia
Island. Reservations required. 277-1100.

Dec. 13: Pictures with Santa
At the Spa and Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. 1-3 p.m. 432-2202.

Dec. 19: Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
At the Spa and Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. Complimentary.
6-8 p.m. 432-2202.

Dec. 25: Christmas Day Buffet
Held at The Amelia Inn Dining Room at Amelia Island Plantation
(491-4646) and at  The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island (277-1100).

Dec. 31: New Year's Eve Gala
At the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. An  evening celebration for
everyone. Reservations required. 277-1100.

For a complete listing of holiday events, please call 1-800-2-AMELIA