GREAT WEATHER FOR WEEKEND EVENTS

It is the time of year when outdoor events start to ramp up around town.  This weekend couldn't be any nicer with mostly sunny to sunny skies and highs in the upper 70s to 80.  No rain is in the forecast but some fog may develop in the early mornings.

The Harvest of Hope music festival at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds takes place Friday through Sunday.  Proceeds benefit migrant farmers and the music helps us appreciate non-commercial artists.  A nice change from pop music.  Camping weather will be perfect. 

At Metro Park Saturday there will be a fundraising walk to help wipe out diabetes.  Type 1 diabetes is a deadly disease that affects millions of people and a large  percentage of them are children.  This will be a fun way to help find a cure.  Sign up here.

In Palatka the 63rd Annual Azalea Festival takes place on the banks of the St. Johns River.  It is always a Technicolor explosion of flowers in Putnam County this time of year.  A parade takes place Saturday along with a fun run and music plus food.

Stay tuned for next weekends forecast.  Its a big deal since thousands will be running in the Gate River Run.  But if running is not your thing, riding in style may be your pick at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance.  Each year the finest classic cars are displayed in one of our areas most beautiful beaches.  Keep your fingers crossed for more fine weather, but long range projections are indicating some rain.