Get ready for a morning of excitement and adventure.

Want to go fishing and get help learning? Grab your friends and join us for a morning filled with laughs, learning, and of course, fishing! Don't worry about lugging your gear around because all the equipment you need will be provided. Soak up the sun, cast your line, and reel in some unforgettable memories. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a complete beginner, this is your chance to enjoy a morning of fun by the water. Don't let this opportunity slip away – book your spot now for a morning to remember.

Participants younger than 65 may be required to have a fishing license. Some Florida Resident licenses are free. See the website for clarification: https://sjctax.us/saltwater-fishing-license/  Adults must carry proof of age and residency.

The group is limited to 10 total. Don't miss out on this fun fishing event/activity!

This class will meet, light rain or shine and will be mainly outdoors, so bring your water and your sunscreen. I'd also suggest wearing a hat.

Class session is on Tuesday, March 31 from 9 to 11 at River House (179 Marine Street)

For ages 18 and up.

Guitar 2 for Beginners:

• Learning more open string chords
• Introduction to 12 Bar Blues progressions
• Smoother chord changes
• Having fun learning more pop / classic rock songs

Supplies needed

• Acoustic Guitar 
• Compact Music Stand 
• Pen or Pencil for notes

Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 11:30 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

I always say that if you can make a tea, you can make a remedy. But what about a salve? Or a balm? What’s the difference? What is an electuary? How do you make a cough syrup? Whether it is a lozenge or a poultice, this hands-on course will show you the basic techniques of making herbal remedies.

James is a Professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College in St. Augustine, personal chef and is a Master Herbalist with over 20 years of experience.

James is a Professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College in St. Augustine, personal chef and is a Master Herbalist with over 20 years of experience.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 29 (no class session on April 22) from 2:45 - 3:45 at River House (179 Marine St.) 

For ages 18 and up.

The songwriting team of lyricist Alan Jay Lerner (1918-1986) and composer Frederick Loewe (1901-1988) wrote memorable scores for Broadway musicals in the 1940s and 1950s. This class will look at those musicals and listen to songs from such enduring shows as Brigadoon, Paint Your Wagon, My Fair Lady, and Camelot. Lerner and Loewe are known for their sophistication, romantic songs, and versatility, each show being very different from the other.

The class is part-lecture, part-listening to their Broadway songs.

Thomas Hischak is a retired Professor of Performing Arts from the State University of New York College at Cortland. He is the author of over thirty books on theatre, film, and popular music.

Class sessions will be on Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30  from 9:30 to 11 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.

New to fishing or just new to fishing in Florida? 

This series you will learn:

• Know before you go - this will give you the basics
• Florida Rules and Regulations
• Learn what to keep and what to throw back
• Knot tying
• Bait selection
• When/where to fish
• What to have in your tackle box
• Proper fish handling

During this series you will learn how to fish from the beach, along the shore of the Intracoastal, or from a pier and how to catch a variety of interesting species. 

Come get schooled up and have fun! Attend all scheduled class sessions in the month for a chance to win a Rod and Reel Combo!

Class sessions will be held Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

 For ages 18 and up.

Bienvenidos, 

In this course you will learn basic Spanish. You will also learn everyday phrases, commonly used words, colloquial words used by Spanish speakers, the history and customs of different countries, as well as “Castilian-Castellano” the language brought to this beautiful town by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles and his crew. You will be surprised of how much Spanish you already know. Don’t forget your notebook (cuaderno) and pen/pencil (bolígrafo /lápiz). 

María Teresa Martínez is a native Spanish speaker, born in Havana, Cuba. Her family ancestry is from Spain. She came to the United States in 1968 and learned English as a high school student in Dover, Delaware. She has taught from early childhood to college level Spanish.  She also served as a medical and judicial interpreter for many years as the owner of a  translation and interpretation business. Since retiring to San Augustine she has enjoyed teaching Spanish classes at the River House/COA. Her courses provide an interesting mix of learning the Spanish language while enjoying tidbits about the colonial history of our city Saint Augustine and Spain. 

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 10 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Intermediate Spanish class will focus on building upon existing  vocabulary and grammar knowledge to improve communication skills and fluency. This will include expanding vocabulary, refining grammar and practicing sentence variety and fluency.

Don’t forget your notebook (cuaderno) and pen/pencil (bolígrafo /lápiz). 

María Teresa Martínez is a native Spanish speaker, born in Havana, Cuba. Her family ancestry is from Spain. She came to the United States in 1968 and learned English as a high school student in Dover, Delaware. She has taught from early childhood to college level Spanish.  She also served as a medical and judicial interpreter for many years as the owner of a  translation and interpretation business. Since retiring to San Augustine she has enjoyed teaching Spanish classes at the River House/COA. Her courses provide an interesting mix of learning the Spanish language while enjoying tidbits about the colonial history of our city Saint Augustine and Spain. 

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 11:45 to 1:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084).

For ages 18 and up.

This course is about iPhones only.

Lesson topics will be:

• Getting Started with the iPhone
• iPhone Settings & Personalization
• Essential Apps for Everyday Use
• Productivity, Ecosystem & Everyday Skills

By the end of the course students will be able to:

• Operate and troubleshoot their iPhone (on/off, reboot, basic fixes).
• Adjust key settings and personalize their device.
• Use the core apps (Phone, Messages, Mail, Safari, Photos).
• Install new apps safely.
• Understand iCloud and how Apple devices work together.

A brief bio on the instructor, Fred Hathorn:

• 1966-1992  US Army officer, mostly working in information technology 
• 1992-2006 Information technology consultant, multiple governmental clients
• 2010-2014 Member, Saint Augustine Mac User Group (SAMUG)
• 2014-2017 Vice-President, Saint Augustine Mac User Group (SAMUG)
• 2017-2023 President, Saint Augustine Mac User Group (SAMUG)Education

Education:

• 1966 BS, Mathematics, USAF Academy 
• 1972 MS, Industrial Engineering (Computer Utilization), Stanford University 
• 1989 DSc, Computer Science, George Washington University 

FYI, Mac computers and iPhones are both made by the Apple company.

Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30 (no class session on April 2) from 1:45 - 3:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.