Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Nights of Lights Nov 2018-Jan 2019 | Page 29

DECEMBER December 2 Gingerbread Man 10K/5K Get in the holiday spirit at this 10K, 5K and fun run at World Golf Village. Participants are encouraged to wear holiday socks, hats and attire. Pets are welcome. Participants of the 10K and 5K will receive a medal and t-shirt. Also, gingerbread cookies will be available after the race. The 10K begins at 8 a.m., the 5K begins at 8:05 a.m. and the fun run begins at 9:05 a.m. Registration ranges from $35-$10. 500 S. Legacy Trail, St. Augustine 904-710-2458 www.ultimateracinginc.com/gingerbread-man-10k5k.html December 2 Guana 50K and 12K Trail Races This race takes place at the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve. The race consists of a 50K and 12K. The 50K individual and team races begin at 8 a.m. The 12K race begins at 1 p.m. The race route is a winding loop throughout the park. Registration ranges from $120-$25. 505 Guana River Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach 904-731-3676 www.1stplacesports.com/races/guana December 2 Guided Bird Walk Meet the birds at Anastasia State Park from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Participants will observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails and other areas. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes and a field guide, Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill located within the park. The program is free with regular park admission, which ranges from $8-$2. 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine 904-461-2033 www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia December 2 Garden Club of St. Augustine Tour of Homes Christmas in the City of Lights Visit six homes in the oldest city, exquisitely decorated by Garden Club members from noon-5 p.m. The ticket price includes a tea and boutique, featuring handmade crafts and treats. This is a walking tour with limited transportation provided by Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine. Park at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility, 10 W. Castillo Dr. The tea is at the River House, 179 Marine St. Tickets are $30. 904-686-9320 www.gardenclubofstaugustine.org 29