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Fun Guide See What ’s Inside Beach Reading 5
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Summer Movies 8 Publisher’s Note
SUMMER FUN GUIDE!
I love summertime! It happens to be when I celebrate my birthday, so it has always been a happy time for me personally. But it is fair to say that most of us feel better when we are not encumbered by our typically tight schedules of work and school. Summer is all about freedom, fun and making memories!
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As a Mom, I am always looking for fun things to do with the kids but I do not always want to travel far. Luckily, living between two awesome cities, and some others that are close-by, we do not have to go far for inspiration. Enjoy our Summer Fun article “Ultimate Day Trips, Close to Home” on page 16. BTW: We have moved our calendar online – there are literally hundreds of things to do around here!!! www.stjohnsmag.com
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If you are looking for great beach reads or wondering what new movies are out..... we have your method for escape covered in Summer Movies on page 8; ad Beach Reads on page 5.
there is still time!
If you are new to the area or simply need some ideas on where to find the things you need in life, the results or our survey are in – so be sure to check out Best of St. Johns on page 14
St.Johns Magazine is an upbeat magazine focused on the good things in life & connecting the growing communities of Northern St. Johns, Florida.
We are also excited about the announcement of 2 new communities coming to northern St. Johns. To learn more read, 2 New Communities; Shearwater and Markland on page 25. Thank you and have a Happy Summer!
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YELLOWFIN REALTY Brings Fresh Approach to St. Johns Real Estate Yellowfin Realty is a family-owned company with a strong connection to Jacksonville and the State of Florida. They recently opened an office in St. Johns on CR 210 in the heart of our community as a way to extend their brand, continue to reconnect with their roots and be part of the the fastest growing and hottest real estate markets in Florida. The convenience of I-95 made opening Yellowfin Realty St. Johns, as the second Yellowfin office in NE Florida, a no-brainer. Yellowfin Realty was originally opened by Susie and Luke Morris in June 2009 in Tampa Bay. It was a challenging time in real estate. The market was stressed but they dreamed of creating a vibrant, flexible company that addressed the concerns of loyal clients who had lost financial footing during this historic economic downturn. They started with only a handful of agents, and it has grown consistently over time. Luke’s brother William Morris was the first to join and he quickly became a shareholding partner. With the help of older brother Chad Morris, the decision was made in 2013 to expand Yellowfin’s footprint in real estate to other parts of Florida. Today there are offices in Tampa Bay, Jacksonville Beach and now in St. Johns. According to Luke, “We tapped Cole Slate, a top local agent. With his love of gators, family, friends and football, he was the ideal partner for the Jacksonville market”. Luke says they are excited about making a difference in a state they love. Their connections to Jacksonville go as far back as the turn of the century. The Morris family are fifth generation Floridians with deep roots in Jacksonville, Tampa and Miami. Luke and William were raised in Tampa where they grew up learning and hearing about the opportunities and challenges of real estate. Susie Tate Morris was born and raised first in Miami. Both his grandparents, Charlie Tate and AnnieLee Hardee Tate attended and graduated from High Schools in Jacksonville before the war. Now 93, AnnieLee, was ladies the first realtor in the family and recently retired as the oldest member of the North Georgia Board of Realtors. And Luke’s great-grandfather just happened to be Napoleon Bonaparte Broward, the Sheriff of Duval County before he became governor in early 1900’s! At its core, Yellowfin is a solution-oriented company known for leading through customer service, innovation, flexibility and successful practices. The agents are the key element that sets the company apart and helps them stand out in a competitive market. They hire professionals who want to learn more, know more and give more to their customers than the average agent. “Real Estate historically has required little formal education. We are attracting college educated people from varied degree programs and universities from Marketing, to Real Estate to Economics. We started YFR at a time when jobs were limited. We decided to leverage what we knew to provide jobs for outstanding young people who were just getting into the job market. It is a winning strategy for our agents, our customers and our company. The next wave of homeowners are from the Millennial generation. We are hiring and training them in Real Estate and they create amazing synergy as they bring their exceptional experience and education to the practice of Real Estate,” says Luke.
About Cole Slate , Operating Partner (left) Opening in St. Johns County is essential to our growth in the Greater Jacksonville community. Cole Slate, Rookie of the Year and Sales and Marketing National Finalist has expertise in the community. When Cole Slate came on board as a Yellowfin Agent, and later as a Shareholder, he helped us identify our first launch site at Jacksonville Beach. For him there is no place like home and he considers St. Johns County his home base. Cole’s energy and enthusiasm for Real Estate has helped us attract new customers, clients and agents.
“I thrive on the fact that, if people know the Yellowfin name, I am a big reason why. On the flip side, if Yellowfin doesn’t thrive, that’s my fault too.” -Cole Slate Yellowfin’s early success was in many ways due to Luke’s mother and mentor, Susie Morris’s experience in real estate. “She is the matriarch of our brand” says Luke. “She began in real estate in 1985 and always encouraged us to get into real estate.” Yellowfin’s success, he says, is due to a unique attitude and uncommon approach. “We are a growing company with a fresh approach to business. Our name tells the story. The yellowfin tuna is considered to be “pound for pound” the ocean’s strongest and most resilient fish. In a sea of real estate agents and competitors, Yellowfin Realty strives to embody strength and resiliency.” In every situation Yellowfin Realty brings their Agame. For information about Yellowfin Realty please visit www.yellowfinrealty.net or get to know them in person by attending their monthly happy hour, ‘Fin Friday’ listed on the St. Johns Magazine calendar or announced on the Yellowfin Facebook page.
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ing in 2002, the Marine Science Center has cared for nearly 900 juvenile and adult sea turtles; more than 15,000 hatchlings and washbacks; and nearly 1,000 gopher tortoises, freshwater turtles and snakes. The Mary Keller Seabird Rehabilitation Facility at the Marine Science Center has received more than 9,500 birds since opening in 2004. One of the main goals of the Marine Science Center is sea turtle rehabilitation. Guests can overlook seven turtle hospital pools from the Turtle Terrace, located in front of the main facility. These pools house sick and injured sea turtles, hatchlings, and washbacks under rehabilitation. The rehabilitating hatchlings, wash backs (newly hatched baby sea turtles that are washed back to shore by rough seas) and sea turtles are released upon full recovery. VISIT THE NATURE CENTER at OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION RESORT 6800 First Coast Highway, Amelia Island, FL 32034 Phone: 904-261-6161 www.omnihotels.com/findahotel/ameliaisland/resortactivities/natureprograms. aspx Join an experienced naturalist on a bike, Segway or kayak tour discovering birds, turtles, edible plants, night creatures and crabs. Several tours are designed for children and include educational crafts. Stop by for Critter Talk to visit with the local animal rescues or to see Buddy the parrot, feed the turtles, rent a fishing pole, or build your very own Tanner the Turtle, resort mascot, doll using the Build-A-Turtle station. Create a miniature sized Tanner, make a wish and choose from a variety of outfits to complete the look! Youth summer camps available. The Nature Center is open daily and open to the public. SJC WATER WEEK’!!! LEARN TO PADDLE BOARD OR KAYAK IN ST. JOHNS’S NATURAL HABIITAT (FREE!) SJC Naturalist - Ayolane Halusky ahalusky@sjcfl.us or 904.209.0348. In recognition of July’s National Park and Recreation Month, St. Johns County Parks and Recreation will offer free daily kayak or stand up paddleboard trips during the last week of July. Attendees will explore several St. Johns County waterways, including
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GO TUBING AT ICHETUCKNEE SPRINGS 12087 SW US Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038 (386) 497-4690 www.floridastateparks.org/park/Ichetucknee-Springs The crystalline Ichetucknee River flows six miles through shaded hammocks and wetlands before it joins the Santa Fe River. In 1972, the head spring of the river was declared a National Natural Landmark by the U. S. Department of the Interior. From the end of May until early September, tubing down the river is the premier activity in the area. In addition to tubing, visitors can enjoy picnicking, snorkeling, canoeing, swimming, hiking, and wildlife viewing. October through March scuba diving is available in the Blue Hole only (you must be cave certified). White-tailed deer, raccoons, wild turkeys, wood ducks and great blue herons can be seen from the river. Picnic areas, equipped with tables and grills, are available throughout the park. A full-service concession offers food, refreshments, and outdoor products from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Tubes plus snorkeling and diving equipment can be rented from private vendors outside the park located four miles northwest of Fort White, off State Roads 47 and 238.
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Markland
Hines, the international real estate firm, announced the talented team of premier home builders assembled for Hines’ new signature development, Markland, located on International Golf Parkway just east of I-95. Joining the Markland team are: Arthur Rutenberg Homes, The Cottage Home Company, Dream Finders Homes, Drees Homes, Providence Homes, and Riverside Homes. One of the driving factors behind Hines’ selections is the builders’ ability to deliver exemplary customer service and product quality. Five of the six builders are locally owned and managed, while the one national builder, Drees Homes, has been rated as one of the Most Trusted Builders in America for the past three years by Lifestory Research. “As the community’s developer, our goal is to differentiate Markland from other new home communities on the quality of Markland’s architectural and landscape designs, and, as importantly, on the quality of the customer’s experience. We are excited to introduce this team of builders who are committed to this goal and have demonstrated the willingness and the capability to deliver the highest levels of customer service,” noted Hines Managing Director, Walter O’Shea. Several architectural themes will be thoughtfully mixed throughout the community which will provide homebuyers with a diverse, yet complementary, offering of homes. The builders will initially offer homes from the low $300,000’s to over $600,000 on spacious lots that are oversized when compared to the market norm. Model homes are expected to start later this summer and be completed in late 2015 and early 2016. In the interim, more information can be obtained by visiting and registering at the community website, www. markland.com, or calling (904) 513- 5740. Markland will provide residents with resort-quality amenities including a zeroentry pool framed by cabanas and lounge areas, a fitness center and yoga studio, a gathering and entertainment room, tennis courts, an innovative children’s playground, and an interconnected network of parks and
Markland Site Plan walkways. Hines is one of the largest and most-respected real estate organizations in the world. Visit www. hines.com for more information.
Shearwater
According to the Nature Conservancy, 82% of U.S. parents feel that time spent in nature is very important to their child’s development. Enter, Shearwater. Set on 1,520 acres with more than 600 of those acres being preserved natural habitat along County Road 210 next to Timberlin Creek Elementary, Shearwater will provide 12 miles of nature trails, recreation paths, and bikeways. A kayak launch provides direct access to Trout Creek, which connects to the St. Johns River, an oasis of wildlife and tranquility that offers a plethora of activities including fishing, birdwatching, etc. “Shearwater is a rare community crafted for outdoor enthusiasts, active families, and lovers of scenic beauty. We are proud to work with our homebuilder part-
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ners to bring it to life,” said Andrew Smith, Regional Development Manager for Freehold Communities. “Shearwater’s lush, preserved landscape provides timeless character and blends seamlessly with the community’s amenities and homes, which offer the latest in livability, activity, and indoor/outdoor lifestyle.” The 1,500+ acre community is planned for more than 2,000 homes, 400,000 square feet of commercial retail, a K-8 school, and 600 acres of open space. Shearwater will offer a launch area on Trout River for kayaks and canoes as well as a collection of parks, fields, and trails that wind through acres of preserved natural habitat. The epicenter of Shearwater will be a multidimensional clubhouse, the Kayak Club, offering a variety of gathering spaces and event venues hosting an eclectic calendar of events year-round. The heart of the community will also include a Fitness Lodge, resort-style lap and swimming pool, water tower, “Lazy River”, playground areas, sports fields, and four illuminated tennis courts. A variety of design styles, floorplans, and bed/bath options following a naturally elegant theme will attract a diverse array of homeowners. David Weekley Homes, Lennar, and MasterCraft Builder Group will be the early builders in Shearwater. “St. Johns County is a beautiful place to live, work, learn and play. Shearwater will offer luxurious amenities with direct access to all that nature offers,” said Suzanne Maddalon, Vice President of Marketing for Freehold Communities. “Shearwater is a festive sanctuary with a resort-like ambiance and a central location that provides easy access to a number of outdoor recreational activities in the northeast FL region.” St. Johns County is known for award-winning schools and high quality of life as it is one of the most desirable, family-oriented locations in Florida. Be among the first to learn about Shearwater! By becoming a Shearwater Founding Member, you can receive updates on the community and exclusive event invitations. Learn more and register today at www.ShearwaterLiving. com.
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Warner Bros. A precision-trained military dog, Max serves on the frontlines in Afghanistan alongside his handler, U.S. Marine Kyle Wincott. But when Kyle is mortally wounded, Max is traumatized and unable to remain in service. Max is adopted by Kyle’s family, and taken care of by his younger brother Justin, who has issues of his own. However, Max may be Justin’s only chance to discover what really happened to his brother. The pair race against time to unravel the mystery and find an unlikely new best friend… each other. http://max-themovie.com/ July 1st
Terminator: Genisys Skydance Productions / Paramount Pictures In this sequel / reboot, John Connor (Jason Clarke), leader of the human resistance, sends Sgt. Kyle Reese (Jai Courtney) back to 1984 to protect Sarah Connor (Emilia Clarke) and safeguard the future, an unexpected turn of events creates a fractured timeline. Now, Sgt. Reese finds himself in a new and unfamiliar version of the past, where he is faced with unlikely allies, including the Guardian (Arnold Schwarzenegger), dangerous new enemies, and an unexpected new mission: To reset the future http://www.terminatormovie.com/#home
Magic Mike XXL Warner Brothers It’s been three years since Mike Lane’s (Channing Tatum) retirement from stripping, but the former dancer misses the excitement and feeling of being on stage. Most of all, though, he misses the best friends that he ever had, the crew known as the Kings of Tampa. Opportunity comes knocking when the guys look him up as they travel to Myrtle Beach, S.C., for a stripper convention. With the promise of outrageous fun, a reinvigorated Mike can’t resist the chance to jump in and take it all off again.
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Illumination Entertainment / Universal Pictures Meet Stuart, Kevin and Bob as they embark on an adventure that ultimately leads them to their next potential master, Scarlet Overkill (Sandra Bullock), the world’s first-ever female super-villain. They travel from frigid Antarctica to 1960s New York City, ending in mod London, where they must face their biggest challenge to date: saving all of Minionkind... from annihilation. http://www.minionsmovie.com/
What We Did On Our Holiday BBC Films Abi and Doug McCleod have decided to end their marriage. Trouble is, the end comes at the start of a trip to the Scottish Highlands to celebrate Doug’s dad’s birthday. Though the couple begs their three children to lie about the separation, all their well made plans quickly go awry in this delightful journey into the very heart of life, love and laughter. http://www.bbc.co.uk/bbcfilms/film/what_we_did_on_ our_holiday July 17th
Train Wreck Universal Studios No contemporary filmmaker has chronicled the messy human experience with the eye and ear of a comedic cultural anthropologist like Judd Apatow. Hits as varied as those he’s directed, like Knocked Up and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and those he’s produced, like Superbad and Bridesmaids, are all unified by their honest, unflinching, comic look at how complicated it is to grow up in the modern world.
Ant-Man Marvel Studios / Walt Disney Studios Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, con-man Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), protect the secret behind his Ant-Man suit
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from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world. http://marvel.com/antman#/intro
Mr. Holmes BBC Films Set in 1947, a long-retired Sherlock Holmes lives in a sleepy village outside of London with his housekeeper and her amateursleuthing son. With his legendary mental powers on the wane and minus his sidekick Watson, Holmes becomes haunted by an unsolved case from 50 years ago where he remembers only fragments: a confrontation with an angry husband and a secret bond with his beautiful but unstable wife. http://mrholmesfilm.com/ July 24th
Pixels Columbia Pictures / Happy Madison Productions As kids in the 1980s, Sam Brenner (Adam Sandler), Will Cooper (Kevin James), Ludlow Lamonsoff (Josh Gad), and Eddie Plant (Peter Dinklage) saved the world thousands of times. Now, they’re going to have to do it for real. When intergalactic aliens discover video feeds of classic arcade games and misinterpret them as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth, using the video games as the models for their assaults. Now President Cooper must call on his old-school arcade friends to save the world from being destroyed by PAC-MAN, Donkey Kong, Galaga, Centipede, and Space Invaders. http://www.pixels-movie.com/site/
Paper Towns 20th Century Fox Adapted from the bestselling novel by author John Green (“The Fault in Our Stars”), PAPER TOWNS is a coming-of-age story centering on Quentin and his enigmatic neighbor Margo, who loved mysteries so much she became one. After taking him on an all-night adventure through their hometown, Margo suddenly disappears, leaving behind cryptic clues for Quentin to decipher. http://www.foxmovies.com/movies/paper-towns
comeback, Billy must face his demons head-on as he learns that, sometimes, your greatest opponent can be yourself. http://southpawfilm.com/ August 7th
The Fantastic Four Marvel Studios / 20th Century Fox A contemporary re-imagining of Marvel’s original and longestrunning superhero team, centers on four young outsiders who teleport to an alternate and dangerous universe, which alters their physical form in shocking ways. Their lives irrevocably upended, the team must learn to harness their daunting new abilities and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy. http://www.fantasticfourmovie.com/home
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Vacation Warner Bros. The film follows grown-up son (Ed Helms) who has the perfect surprise for his wife, Debbie (Christina Applegate), and two sons: the cross-country trip of a lifetime, reminiscent of the funfilled excursion he took as a kid. They’re going to Walley World, America’s greatest amusement park. http://vacationthemovie.com/ July 31st
Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation Skydance Productions / Paramount Pictures Ethan Hunt and team take on their most impossible mission yet, eradicating the Syndicate – an International rogue organization as highly skilled as they are, committed to destroying the IMF. But Hunt pulls his team together (Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames and newcomer Rebecca Ferguson) to battle the shadowy force known as “The Syndicate” and its elusive leader (Sean Harris). http://www.missionimpossible.com/
Southpaw The Weinstein Company Billy “The Great” Hope (Gyllenhaal) is the reigning Junior Middleweight Champion with an unorthodox “Southpaw” stance. With a beautiful family, home and financial security, Billy is on top until a tragic accident leaves his wife dead and sends him into a downward spiral. Billy’s fate is all but sealed until a washed up former boxer named Tick agrees to take him under his wing so long as he agrees to his strict ethos. While Tick rebuilds Billy into a new man and mounts a professional
StudioCanal / Aardman Animations When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan, and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it’s up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home. http://shaunthesheep.com/ August 14th
Underdogs The Weinstein Company The story of a reluctant hero whose town is threatened when his long-time rival returns home to avenge an old grudge. When the players from his foosball table are magically brought to life, he recruits them to help him enter into the biggest underdog match ever, save the town and win back the love of his life. http://weinsteinco.com/films/underdogs/
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Masterminds Relativity Media Based on true events, David Ghantt (Zach Galifianakis) drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other people’s money with no escape in sight. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell (Kristen Wiig) who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. Along with a group of half-brained criminals, David manages the impossible and makes off with $17 million in cash which he foolishly hands over to this wild group of double crossers and takes the fall. Now on the lam and in over his head, David must try to turn the tables on the ones he trusted most. http://relativitymedia.com/film-detail/masterminds/
The Man From U.N.C.L.E Davis Entertainment / Warner Bros. Set against the backdrop of the early 1960s, at the height of the Cold War, The Man from U.N.C.L.E. centers on CIA agent Solo and KGB agent Kuryakin. Forced to put aside longstanding hostilities, the two team up on a joint mission to stop a mysterious international criminal organization, which is bent on destabilizing the fragile balance of power through the proliferation of nuclear weapons and technology. The duo’s only lead is the daughter of a vanished German scientist, who is the key to infiltrating the criminal organization, and they must race against time to find him and prevent a worldwide catastrophe. http://manfromuncle.com/
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A Message from The Vet Dr. Veling, DVM Palencia Pet Clinic
Blue Buffalo Fraud Over the last ten years I have seen more and more pet owners coming in saying that they feed their pets brands such as Blue Buffalo. Frequently, those pet owners have been told by pet supply stores that Blue and other brands like them are “the best foods on the market.” During a civil lawsuit against Blue Buffalo by Purina, court room testimony by true pet food experts, such as James V. Makowski, PhD., has shown that Blue Buffalo is fraudulently marketing their food as “containing no poultry by-products.” Analysis of Blue Buffalo by Windsor Laboratories, Makowski’s company, whose credentials are proven, showed that there was poultry by-product in Blue. That means chicken skin, feathers, beaks, feet, etc. Blue Buffalo then did what our country’s politicians do when confronted with the evidence - deny, deny, deny and impune the research. Blue claims a defense that they don’t know what is going into their food. If they don’t know, how can they make the claim that their food is better? It is their job to know what is going into their food. The next problem with Blue is that the idea of being “Grain-Free.” There is absolutely no science behind the idea of a grain-free food being beneficial for dogs or cats. Dogs are omnivores, just like we are. They need a balanced diet, including grain, just like we do. Cats need less grain as a percentage of their diet but they still need it. In January, 2015 I had the pleasure of introducing Dr. Marty Becker at the North American Veterinary Conference. Marty is known as “America’s Veterinarian” because of his work on “Good Morning America.” He was the first to combine pet supply stores with veterinary practices in the Salt Lake City area. He knows the inner workings of the pet food industry. In between lectures I asked him about Blue. I told him I was suspicious of the massive growth of this food company. He said that there were several big reasons for their growth. The first is good marketing – pretty pictures on the bag. The second is the fact that Blue Buffalo encourages the pet supply stores to mark
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