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U.S. Window Films by Debbie Gaylord John Cason is a smart entrepreneur who is defined by his faith, his love of family and his love of the game of golf, and each of these things in their own way have led to his success in life. You may have seen a new sign on the side of a massive warehouse from US 1 (just past the Gate near Nocatee) announcing “Glass Tinting” by US Window Films, a 3M dealer. The company is new to this location but owner, John Cason has been in the 3M window film business for over a decade, expanding throughout the southeast. John grew up locally and he is thrilled to return to his home territory of northeast Florida to spread his wings. John always wanted to be an entrepreneur. Even at age 10, he had great instincts, intelligence and an entrepreneurial spirit. His first business was mowing lawns in his neighborhood, requiring that he communicate to adults and deliver on his promises, skills that came naturally to him. He dreamed of one day leaving his small town and experiencing all life had to offer. He was lucky to have good parents who encouraged his sense of adventure and gave him the freedom to grow that he craved. John attended school at ITT Technical College in Dallas, Texas, where he received a highly competitive internship with Texas Instruments. This experience allowed him to land his first position with MCI in Los Angeles, California upon graduation. While there he met two important mentors, Ron Yeager & Greg Mall, who believed in his potential. His mentors, who kidded him about his age, dubbed him “The Youngster”. He was only twenty years old at the time. John says he bonded with these older gentlemen through their shared love of golf. John is an avid golfer, who has played the game since he was 6 years old, was on his high school golf team and has a nine handicap. The name US Window Films reflects John’s strong belief in the American dream and every person’s right to chase it. He loves being an entrepreneur and says it is the foundation on which this nation was built. As a self-defined Fox News junkie, he says he will never stop chasing the America dream. When starting the business he wanted to work with the best of the best in window films and chose to become a 3M dealer because of its reputation. John has installed 3M window films in

some of the finest homes in northeast Florida and his customers have wonderful things to say about his work ethic and skill level. One former client is Ponte Vedra’s Pat Kelly, former owner of PSS (Physician Sales & Service.) John is excited that the window films he installs help homeowners and businesses reap the rewards of GREEN incentives offered by the government such as INVEST SMART and SHOP SMART form JEA. In the coming years, U.S. Window Films will continue to play an integral role in bringing renewable, smart energy to northeast Florida. Later this Spring US Window Films plans to offer continuing education credits for architects and interior designers at the University Club in downtown Jacksonville, where John is a member. John fills his spare time with family time and is playing golf at the finest local clubs. He and wife Jessi, a former nurse, and son Jack (age 6) live in the local community of Palencia. His son is already playing golf. Jessie has now come aboard the US Window Film team and will work together with John in the family business.

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Farewell From Angie Bell

adly, this will be my farewell article for St. Johns Magazine as we are being transferred to Birmingham, Alabama this month. There are so many people I will miss: relatives, neighbors, church family, friends – new and old - that I’ve met along the way here in St. Johns County. I will miss all the things that have made this home for me since 2005. To try to sum up some of what I’m feeling, I’ve borrowed from Maria from The Sound of Music. So, here is my version of “My Favorite Things” Shells on the beaches and dreams of manana Mickler, Vilano and Crescent and Guana Walking down St. George, and Cuna and King These are a few of my favorite things.

These are a few of my favorite things

Carousel ponies and lunches at Flavors Wonderful neighbors who always do favors Fruit Cove, Cunningham, and St. Augustine These are a few of my favorite things

When the cold comes When the snow falls When I’m feeling sad I simply remember my favorite things And then I don’t feel so bad

Picnics and photos at the Alpine Groves Park Climbing the Lighthouse and fireworks after dark Short little winters that bloom into springs These are a few of my favorite things

My special thanks to Debbie Gaylord, my publisher, for allowing me to spread my wings in St. Johns magazine. I have transitioned from teacher to writer this past year and plan to continue my writing endeavors in Birmingham.

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After-Great room, Photo by Crystal Bos Photography By relocating the powder room, we were able to open up the Great room to the foyer and reveal the freestanding staircase. Removing walls in the bar area created a more inviting space

Transforming a Home The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach

Husband and wife team and owners of House & Home Inc., Tammy and Carey Elam use a unique combination of building, renovation and interior design skills to create some of the areas most amazing homes.

ne recent project is located in The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach. The homeowners, Ron and Camelia Ray, worked with House & Home to make thier unique vision into reality. After visiting a close friend who resided in Ponte Vedra a number of times the Rays fell in love with the area and moved here from Tampa Bay. When introduced to The Plantation, the Rays appreciated its serene environment and superior amenities. “We looked at several homes within the Plantation. The French Normandy design along with the unique beauty of the great room of this home was inspiring. Couple that with the lake front property and it made our decision to buy easy.” St. Johns Magazine asked the House and Home team about the process of renovation and how making the right decisions can reinvent a home. Q: Why was this home a good candidate for renovation? The answer is three-fold: its location, structural integrity and unique elevation. Because it is only one of two homes that sit on a double lot in The Plantation, this home offers panoramic views that wrap the lake bend. The expansive lot seems endless. This created an opportunity increase the outdoor living space by adding a detached cabana equipped with it’s own fireplace and summer kitchen. In addition, this home’s structural integrity is phenomenal. With 8” solid concrete interior and exterior walls, this home exceeds current building codes and offers solid peace of mind. Moreover, the captivating elevation of this home is original in design. These three elements alone created a solid foundation that weighed in as a great remodel opportunity. Basically, every room was touched. After visiting the Ray’s home in Tampa, we had a real understanding of how their new home needed to function. We were able to repurpose each space to fit their needs. A new chef ’s kitchen was designed and custom built for Camelia who loves to cook. The 11-foot island is complete with two hammered copper sinks and a handmade walnut wood top. This kitchen is paired with a custom designed walk-in wine cellar that houses our homeowner’s own private wine label. Originally, the library acted as a pass through to the kitchen. As we expanded the family room, we were able to redesign this space as a reading area equipped with it’s own fireplace. It now offers double doors that open to the new library, which took the place of the old dining room.

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After: The new library sits behind the reading area which opens to family room and kitchen. We removed the old bookcases, cut through the concrete walls and added the fireplace. Photo by Jan Fisher

Photo by Crystal Bos Photography Before (right) Great room- The Great room was encumbered by a powder room that was attached to Foyer staircase

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Q: What parts of the home were changed? The expansive upper level master bedroom and bath became two large guest suites equipped with their own sitting areas, beverage bars, oversized on-suite baths and walk-in closets. At the same time, the Rays now enjoy their own private wing in their home. The master bedroom now sits on the main level with panoramic lake views, a cozy fireplace, custom designed bedding and window dressings. Our new master bath is covered in exquisite marbles and custom cabinetry which houses their own personal laundry area. The couple has their own dressing areas with large walk-in closets. For an added convenience, an exercise room equipped with a steam shower and garden views is also included in this wing of the home.

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Q: Why did you choose certain products above others? Throughout the design and construction process, we were careful to choose timeless materials and quality products that would add to the longevity of the design and the efficiency of the home. Q: Is the home more energy efficient now? How so? The home is certainly more efficient with the addition of spray foam insulation, beautiful Anderson windows equipped with low E glass, tank-less water heating system and new high energy efficient HVAC systems. Photo by Crystal Bos Photography

Before (Below) The former Master bedroom was so large, we were able to divide it into two new Guest suites. Photo by Jan Fisher.

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Easter... Lost Sacrifice by Dr. Gary L. Wiliams, Sr.

he society in which we live is accustomed to allowing occasions to get lost in the shuffle. The further we get away from central events, the more they take on different forms and meanings. This is a grave problem of our post modern culture. History and the facts of the past often fail to resonate with today’s society because we live in the era of mega change. Our post modern culture demands that alterations and renovations be made immediately. Perhaps this is the reason why the story of the Resurrection gets lost among the likes of bonnets, bunnies, and colored eggs. Church attendance on Resurrection Sunday is often done out of tradition rather than conviction. Easter has become a day and a season where people are more preoccupied with consumerism, commercialism or spring time. What has become lost in the shuffle is the fact that Easter was about the sacrifice of our blessed Sovereign. Jesus destroyed the works of the Devil and became victorious over death, Hell and the grave. Calvary was the place where Christ destroyed the middle wall of partition between man and God. He became the High Priest who provided direct access to God the Father. What makes Easter so beautiful is the hope it brings to all of humanity. The church sets apart Easter to more fully celebrate and remember Jesus’ finished work on the cross. Christ was the reconciling Agent who brought man back into right standing with the Father. “For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people’s sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation.” (2 Corinthians 5:19 NLT) Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Christ’s resurrection serves as the foundation and cement of the Christian faith. No resurrection equates to no Easter. No Easter results in no redemption. Often Christ is referenced merely as a moral teacher, but not Lord. For Him to speak of His resurrection and for it not to come true would make Him a liar not Lord. We commemorate Easter because our Sovereign Lord kept His word. “He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.” (Luke 24:6, 7 NIV) God became incarnate (flesh) for the purpose of redeeming mankind. You may ask, “To redeem mankind from what?” Redeem him from sin. Yes, regardless of how good we are or think we are, we are still sinners. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23 KJV) Adam and Eve, the mother and father of all living, predisposed each of us to sin. Sin is a part of humanity’s DNA. Eating of the forbidden fruit resulted in eternity being lost. However, through Christ the sin debt became remedied. The apostle Paul writes, “For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.” (1 Corinthians 15:22 NIV) Acts of kindness often go viral because we are not accustomed to witnessing them. Easter represents more than an act of kindness, it was the undertaking of the viral act of redemption. “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.” (Romans 5:8 NLT) Easter is not about chocolate bunnies or chicken colored eggs. Easter is about a living Redeemer! HE LIVES!!!

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Grow With Us St. Johns Magazine’s guide to Local Food

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There are so many interesting things happening in the food revolution and many of them are right here in St. Johns Florida. Learn about CSA’s, local farms and providers in our community.

CSA Community Supported Agriculture

Thinking about signing up for a CSA but want to learn more about the idea before you commit? Here are the basics: a farmer offers a certain number of “shares” to the public. Typically the share consists of a box of vegetables, but other farm products may be included. Interested consumers purchase a share (aka a “membership” or a “subscription”) and in return receive a box (bag, basket) of seasonal produce each week throughout the farming season.

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Owners of Local Fare Farm Bag, Cora & Chris Curry are passionate about food. Chris was an Executive Chef in Savannah, Georgia and his restaurant had its own organic garden so when he moved here he was disappointed at the lack of whole foods available and wanted to do something about it. They landed on the idea of delivering bags of local produce, meats, eggs, breads and honey to homes. It is similar to a CSA but the Curry’s do no not own a farm. They simply gather the food for the bags and then deliver it to your doorstep. It is an excellent way for families to get local food without the time-consuming aspect of going to the farm to pick up your share. They are particular about which farms and other providers, using only the best available. For instance, they invited me to tag along for a visit to St. Johns Family Farm where they get fresh eggs (see pictures of the farm on this page). They recently introduced meat to the Farm Bag as well. Chris and Cora dream of one day opening a grocery that provides only local foods.

The Curry’s describe thier business: Seasonal, locally sourced produce delivered straight to your home or office weekly. Includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, herbs and a hand crafted loaf of bread. We also send

a weekly newsletter with your subscription that tells you what is going on in the world of agriculture and gives you recipes using the ingredients that are included in your delivery. Our delivery areas include Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, Middleburg, Fleming Island, St Johns, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Oakleaf & more!

A Family Tries a CSA

Community Supported Agriculture The presence of chemicals and preservatives in our processed foods has caused many people, especially families with young children, to look for organic alternatives. It also forces people to be more responsible about food on every level and be part of the larger green revolution that will benefit future generations of Americans. Most people involved with CSA’s say their shares are amazing, carrying them through a natural growing season (2 in Florida) with items both familiar and new. Butter lettuce that melts in your mouth, crispy cucumbers, juicy heirloom tomatoes, onions, garlic, sweet corn, eggplant, Swiss chard, arugula, and a variety of squash. You may also be introduced to more exotic vegetables like Bok Choi. In some cases you can pick up your share directly at the farm. Going to the farm is the perfect opportunity for children to ask questions and learn about the growing process. They should understand that the food they eat does not magically appear at the grocery store, packaged and ready for consumption. Our family learned that green beans come from a plant with curly vines and the best tasting carrots and tomatoes sometimes look ugly and mis-shapen. Eating local also means the people who planted the seeds and nurtured them into the plants we picked were our neighbors. Most CSA’s offer a few recipes and describe the week’s harvest so you can make the best of your share. If you would like to find a CSA in your area, Local Harvest, an organization based in Santa Cruz, California, provides a search engine of CSA’s nationwide by city or zip code. Go to localharvest.org/csa for more information.

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Cora Curry, Manny Granados & Chris Curry giving me a tour of Saint Johns Family Farm

Nearby Farms & Providers KYV Farm

Old school farming is making a comeback here in North East St Johns County. Just ask Dawn Hutchins a local food blogger with Florida Coast cooking. “As a food blogger in the local area I have had the pleasure of working with Vivian and Francisco the owners of KYV Farm. They grow everything from broccoli and potatoes to arugula and rutabaga - good ole turnip. They don’t use chemical pesticides or fertilizers, using crop rotation, companion cropping, green manure which uses the uprooted dying plants in soil to increase nutrient levels. KYV farms also manages the Berry stack Hydroponic u-pick Farm seen from I-95. Vistors can pick berries and access the whole farm. KYV is a community supported Farm.

Saint Johns Family Farm

(Across from Cunningham Creek Elementary) www.saintjohnsfamilyfarm.com One rainy day I visited this live working farm where chickens, goats and ducks live in a clean, comfortable environment. The farm, which sits way back in the wild area just off Roberts Road, is owned by Manny and Yvonne Granados whose approach is to use humane, traditional and sustainable methods. The chickens here have freedom to roam around the aviary and chemicals are not used to clean the outer layer off the eggs, so the nutrition remains high. Lucky for residents of northern St. Johns the farm has a roadside stand we can visit in the afternoon. If you do not have time to visit you can get these fresh eggs in your local Fare Farm Bag!!

are growing in popularity as they do doorstep delivery. Black Hog provides fresh meat products delicious and no nonsense ingredients. The Fresh Farm movement is making headway as more locally grwon food is transcending to consumers making its way to your kitchen table and local restaurants.

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Manny & Yvonne’s philosophy: Utilizing only humane and sustainable methods. We don’t think that bigger and standardized is better. Small, local food production with complete transparency for the customer is the solution to questions of food safety and environmental protection.

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Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay

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Delong, who eased the concern of many by assuring us that the Petzl

lining. Today, you can find these high-speed thrillers all over the place.

gear strapped to our waist could hold the weight of a small car.

On eco-tours throughout the Americas. At ski resorts in the Rockies and

New England. Even at EverBank Stadium during half-time. And while

Bobby and were off! Josh headed out first and scrambled over the aerial

they’re all fun, there’s only one I know of that has you zipping between

obstacles to the first platform with the self-confidence of someone who’d

massive oaks over hundreds of gators and crocs and that’s Crocodile

done this since birth. At the first zip-line he secured his trac-pulley and

Crossing at the Alligator Farm in St. Augustine.

safety lines, jumped up to release his weight to the harness, and ‘flew’

As soon as we were done learning the basics, we thanked

If you haven’t visited the Alligator Farm recently, you might

like a pro, zipping through the air at high speed. Kids! Then it was my

not know of Crocodile Crossing, an attraction added in 2011. As the

turn. Not one to be outdone by their teen, I double checked my safety

folks at Alligator Farm tout, Crocodile Crossing is a “one-of-a-kind ex-

lines, swallowed hard and… Woo hoo! What a thrill! And, unlike 45

perience, (where) participants zip over the entire park, literally seeing

seconds of fun once an hour at a theme park in central Florida, I still had

live crocodilians, lemurs and tropical birds from a new perspective.”

8 more chances to fly over gators and crocs on the Nile Course!

There are two courses; The Sepik Course which takes about 45 minutes

to complete and has 3 zip-lines and the Nile Course which takes about

meeting people along the way. I was lucky to meet Alyssa and Charlie

90 minutes start to finish, reaches heights of 60 feet and boasts 9 zip-

Woodbury, a local couple who thought ‘outside-the-box’ and celebrated

lines! Topping it off are the dozen or so moving aerial obstacles that con-

their 6th anniversary with an afternoon of zip-lining! While Charlie said

nect the zip-line platforms.

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Recently, my son Josh and I took the challenge. After signing

‘nervous going into it’, but said Bobby’s pre-course training helped her

in, everyone sits for a mandatory 15 minute lesson given by one of the

‘feel at ease with the process’. After completing the course, both said they

park safety operators on the features of your waist harness, safety lines

would recommend Crocodile Crossing as an exciting activity for friends

and trac-pulley. Ours was skillfully taught by Assistant Manager Bobby

and family.

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The Coming Explosion A Message from The Vet ~ Dr. Veling, DVM Palencia Pet Clinic

It has been a long, wet, cool winter. It is common for the subject of the weather to come up when I speak with clients. We all have friends and family in the North that have been suffering from the weather. In a way, we have nothing to complain about but… this winter The Sunshine State was a misnomer. In going to the North American Veterinary Conference this year there were some new drugs introduced. Last month’s article was about Apoquel, a new anti-itching drug. This is about a drug that is the first parasiticide given by mouth to kill fleas and ticks, Nexgard. We have had Comfortis, a very effective oral flea killer for six years now. It was combined with milbemycin as Trifexis to add killing heartworms, roundworms, hookworms and whipworms. The problem with oral products is that they require the insect to bite the pet in order to work. When they bite the pet they put saliva into the wound that keeps it bleeding so they can fill up without the vessel clotting. That saliva can cause your pet to itch if it is allergic. Before pill parasiticides, the market was dominated by topical products, such as Frontline, its sister products and the Advantage family of products. There is a problem with topical products. They may repell ticks onto us. Frontline and Advantage are also getting older. There are resistant populations of fleas and ticks. Comfortis taught us that many clients don’t like the first few days of oily products on their pets’ necks or shoulders. The problem with Comfortis is that it doesn’t kill ticks, only fleas. Therefore, Trifexis does not

kill ticks either. This leaves a hole in parasite protection. Now comes Nexgard, an oral flea and tick killer from the makers of Heartgard. For pet owners who still like to give Heartgard to their pets it can be given at the same time for good protection against most of the parasites that affect our pets. Ticks are common in Saint Johns County. Ticks carry serious diseases such as Lyme Disease and Ehrlichia that can spread from ticks to a person. Our pets are sentinels for human disease. There are many products above. There are so many that it is easy to get confused about them. It is really important to know which parasites the products you use on or in your pets kill. It is also really important to protect against as many parasites as possible. How do anti-parasite products relate to the weather this winter? Easy, when we have a wet year insects are horrible the following year. Over the years the older products become less and less effective. The new products have no resistant bugs. Will Nexgard be combined with a heartworm product next year or the year after for the first truly complete parasite killing product? Stay tuned. Call if you have questions. We can clarify what to use. Complete protection is important. Your pets need it.

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Welcome to the Neighborhood

St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry

With a new office, a new baby and a new home, Dr. Laura Sul-

highly trained, friendly staff.

livan, DMD., is a busy lady. She started St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry

because she is passionate about dental health and especially smiles - not

cate on the First Coast because it is both near the beach and the perfect

only keeping them healthy and white but helping kids have fun when

place to raise their child, who is 9 months old.

they visit the dentist.

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scholarship to the University of South Florida as an undergraduate. She

West. The environment is modern, playful and clean. The Dentist’s sense

continues to stay fit by running and has been involved as both a partici-

of fun and imagination is reflected in the beach theme, complete with a

pant and business sponsor of numerous local races in our community.

walk-able ship deck and stunning 15 foot long aquarium for little ones to

Both Dr. Sullivans especially enjoy water sports, especially surfing and

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paddle boarding.

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Dr. Sullivan was collegiate soccer player, having received a full

Dr. Sullivan is a graduate of the University of South Florida

and the University of Florida Dental School. She is among the best in her field as a certified member of the Board of Diplomats of the University of Florida School of Dentistry.

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photo by Erica J Photography ~ look by Indulge Salon April 4 Butterfield Garage is proud to present a selected exhibition of current Junior/Senior Flagler College student’s work, organized by a collaboration between the gallery, and Flagler College instructor Laura Mongiovi. This show opens with a reception on First Friday, Butterfield Garage Art Gallery from 5 to 9 pm, and will be on display throughout the month of April. 137 King Street St. Augustine (904)-825-4577 April 4 to April 6 19th Annual Rhythm & Ribs Festival. Non-stop music and award-winning scrumptious barbecue all weekend long at Francis Field The festival hours are Friday 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $2 per person, except Saturday evening, when it is $5. Kids 13 and under are free. 29 Castillo Dr., St. Augustine 904-417-8470 www.rhythmandribs.net April 4 First Friday Art Walk, St. Augustine Historic Area, St. Augustine, FL 32084 832-779-2781 http://www.artgalleriesofstaugustine.org From 5 - 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month, the Art Galleries of St. Augustine feature new exhibits, refreshments and live music at more than 20 galleries. The event is held rain or shine inside the member galleries and is a free, self-guided walking tour (tour maps available at participating galleries). Plus, FREE Art Walk Trolleys and Trains provided by St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and Old Town Trolleys, provide free transportation throughout downtown for the art walk. 832-779-2781 www. artgalleriesofstaugustine.org April 4 to April 27 St. Augustine Art Association’s Annual Spring Members’ Show First Friday Art Walk grand opening reception for the St. Augustine Art Association’s Annual Spring Members Show. The show runs through April 27 and features a broad array of artistic styles, media and subjects. The gallery reception is 5-9 p.m. on the 4th. The gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday noon - 4 p.m.

April 5 5th Annual Ponte Vedra Beach Home & Art Tour. Sponsored by Legacy Trust, this 5th annual tour features outstanding creativity in architecture and interior design at five exquisite homes in beautiful Ponte Vedra Beach. The tour is self-guided -- a map showing the tour homes is provided to ticket holders. Proceeds from the tour benefit children’s art programs at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. Tickets for the 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. tour are $35 each and can be purchased online at www.ccpvb. org/ or by calling 904-280-0614 x205 Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082...904-280-0614 http://www.ccpvb.org April 5 Chalk Workshop - St. Augustine Fullerwood Center, St. Augustine, FL 32084 Email: cyndijop@gmail.com http://www. staugustinechalkwalk.com...A three hour chalk-art class led by Lee Jones, featured chalk artist with Paseo Pastel - St. Augustine Chalk Walk (May 2 - 4) will offer a mix of classroom learning and hands on chalking techniques. The class is from 9 a.m. - noon at Fullerwood Center, 10 Hildreth Dr. Seating is limited. Contact Cyndi Pennington, cyndijop@gmail.com to register. Info:www. staugustinechalkwalk.com April 5 Living History Day at Fort Matanzas National Monument . St. Augustine From 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., authentically clad re-enactors will demonstrate Spanish cannons at this fortress that guarded the southern approach to St. Augustine. Admission is free including the ferry ride to and from Rattlesnake Island. Fort Matanzas National Monument is located at 8635 A1A. Info:www.nps.gov/foma; 904-471-0116

April 12 to April 13 19th Annual Flower & Garden Expo ~ St. Augustine. Growers, educational seminars, nurseries and artisans from around the state offer gardeners everything they need to make spring bloom. Admission is $ 5 (which is good for both days) and children under 11 are admitted free. The Expo takes place Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center. Expo patrons can use their Expo pass for discounts to local attractions and for free admission to A Taste of St. Augustine on April 26. 3125 Agricultural Center Dr., St. Augustine (off State Road 16). 904-829-3295 www.epiccommunityservices.org. Saturday April 12 An exciting Open House at St Augustine Community School of Performing Arts (SACSPA) from 9am-noon located at 214 San Marco Ave Suite 1 St Augustine Florida 32084. Invite your friends to bring their children to meet Henry the Tulip Bulb. Linda Brandt will be available to autograph her “Henry the Tulip Bulb” children’s books series. Parents may enjoy viewing Linda Brandt’s new art display benefiting SACSPA outreach programs. A reception with SACSPA students performing in addition to Summer Camp and Private Lesson Registration will be available. Email: sacspa@gmail.com 904-824-0664 April 12 Ponte Vedra Branch Library - Sesame Street Festival on Saturday, from 10:00 – 11:30am (our Kick-Off event with Elmo and friends! April 13th Tour de Farm Local Food Event - 12-5 by SlowFoodFirstCoast. org. Meet our farmers, chefs, artisans, and local non-profits active in the good, clean & fair food movement in NE Florida. • Follow the tour online at our website and Facebook.

April 5 Food Truck Rally at World Golf Village - St. Augustine The World Golf Village will host a food truck rally for the local community of Northeast Florida from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. One World Golf Place, St. Augustine. www.worldgolfhalloffame.org

APRIL 13TH St. Augustine Exotic Bird Fair 9am -4pm . VFW Post 2391 6184 US Highway 1, St. Augustine, FL 32084, Large Selection of Exotic Birds from Finches to Macaws, Cages. Admission $4 under 10 Free. Handicap accessible, free parking. 904-494-8301

April 10 “Evenings at Whitney” 2nd Thursday Monthly Lecture. At 7 p.m. at The Whitney Lab Lohman Auditorium at Marineland, Christine D. Schmidt, Ph.D., Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, University of Florida, presents her lecture entitled “Regrowing Your Body Parts.”. The program is free. 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine. 904-461-4000 www.whitney.ufl.edu

APRIL 17 AT 11:00AM St. Johns County Hosts Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Bunny Visit St. Johns County, FL. – The St. Johns County Recreation and Parks Department invites residents to their annual Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 17. Families can enjoy the festivities at the following local parks: • Treaty Park, 1595 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine • Palencia Park, 405 Palencia Village Drive, St. Augustine • Veterans Park, 1332 Veterans Parkway, St. Johns • Al Wilkie Park, 6140 Main Street, Hastings

April 11 Farmers Market at World Golf Village. The World Golf Village Associates host a series of farmers markets. Local vendors from North Florida offer a variety of fresh produce and other items along the Walk of Champions. The market will be open from 3 - 7 p.m. One World Golf Place, St. Augustine. 904-940-4133 www.worldgolfhalloffame.org/ April 10-13 RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA presented by Bartram Trail High School theatre departmentSHOW TIMES Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 7:00 PM Sunday Matinee - 2:00 PM Tickets are $10 for all performances. Advanced tickets available, call 904-547-8340 and ask for the Theater Department or email ava.fixel@stjohns.k12.fl.us Cinderella Meet and Greet after matinee $5 admission for children Adults are free Photo op, real carriage and horses, Come in costume!

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April 18 (school Holiday) Child & Babysitting Safety Course for youth ages 11-16 on Friday, April 18, 10:30-3:30 (School Holiday) at the Nocatee Fitness Center. Cost is $40/student and preregistration is required at www.apr18cabs.eventbrite.com. Space is limited to 12 par-

Online www.stjohnsmag.com April 19 Third Saturdays Nocatee Farmers’ MarketPonte Vedra 245 Little River Road, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081 http://www.nocatee.com Featuring more than 70 vendors from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at 245 Little River Road, Ponte Vedra FL 32081. Info: www.nocatee.com April 19 Bartram BashThe St. Johns County Recreation and Parks Department would like to invite you to the 10th Annual Bartram Bash and Earth Day Event being held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., April 19, 2014 at Alpine Groves Park. The park is located on the William Bartram Scenic and Historic Highway, 2060 State Road 13 N, Switzerland, Florida 32259. Contact AyoLane Halusky, St. Johns County Park Naturalist, at 904-209-0348. April 20 St. Augustine Easter Parade Starts on San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-829-2333 Features marching bands, floats, drill teams, clowns, the Easter Bunny, the Royal Family and the city’s carriage horses wearing hats donated by nationally- recognized women. The parade begins at 3 p.m. at the Mission of Nombre de Dios and winds through downtown St. Augustine. Trophies will be presented in four categories. Info: 904-829-2333. April 19 Third Saturday: Guided Beach Exploration Guana South BeachPonte Vedra Beach - GTM Research Reserve, Ponte Vedra Beach, Join GTM Research Reserve Docents from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. for a beach walk at the Guana South beach location on A1A, Learn about the animals that call the beach home as well as seashells and other interesting facts. This is a “Beaches 101” experience that the entire family will enjoy. There is a $3/per vehicle parking fee. 1768 Ponte Vedra Blvd.904-823-4500 www.gtmnerrbeachexploration.eventbrite.com April 20 St. Augustine Easter Promenade Plaza de la Constitucion, St. Augustine, FL 32084 Local Phone: 904-829-2333 This 56th annual promenade features St. Augustine locals and visitors alike promenading in their Easter finery. Prizes are awarded for prettiest hats, most creative hat, best dressed couple, best dressed girl, boy and pet, largest family, family from farthest away, and guess the weight of a giant, live bunny. Contest registration starts at noon. The promenade takes place in St. Augustine’s Plaza de la Constitucion at 12:30 p.m. 904-315-7414. April 20 Family Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt and Plaza Stroll Celebrate Easter with this free, one-hour, guided walking tour of the beautiful monuments in the city’s historic Plaza de la Constitucion -- plus, go on a traditional Easter egg hunt with prizes and candy for the kids! It’s the perfect way to have fun while learning about all of the cultural influences that have left their mark here, including explorers, entrepreneurs and famous personalities. The free tour departs at 4 p.m. from the Tour St. Augustine office. Reservations Required. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087 www.StAugustineCityWalks.com

April 26 Taste of St. Augustine. This signature food festival at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre serves up exciting “tastes” from over 20 of St. Augustine’s famous restaurants. Throughout the afternoon and evening, restaurants will compete for the prestigious TOStA (Taste of St. Augustine) awards, with categories including Best Family Dining, Best Ethnic, Best Upscale and Best Dessert, as well as the ever-popular “People’s Choice”, so make your vote count! This tasty event takes place from noon - 8 p.m. Admission to the Taste of St. Augustine is $5 and taste tickets are $1 each with restaurants charging between 1 and 5 tickets per taste. 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-8293295 www.epicbh.org/tasteofstaugustine.htm April 26 to April 27 “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Ballet Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082. St. Augustine Ballet in partnership with the Cultural Events Division of St. Johns County presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream at 2 & 7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Tickets are $30, and may be purchased online at www.findmytix.com, by phone at 800745-3000, or in person at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall or St. Augustine Amphitheatre box offices. 1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach 904-209-0399 www.pvconcerthall.com April 26 to November 29 The Downtown Bazaar Grand Opening From 6-10 p.m., The Colonial Quarter courtyard hosts an evening filled with fine art, unique artisan crafts, local authors sharing their stories of local lore, live music by studio recording musicians and mystifying magic. Take a stroll through the quarter or enjoy fabulous food and beverages by the Taberna Del Caballo. The event is free, including your pets and will take place the last Saturday of every month. 33 St. George St., St. Augustine. 904-315-7454. http://www.thedowntownbazaar. com April 26 Uptown Saturday Night ` St. Augustine From 5 – 9 p.m. on the last Saturday of each month, experience live music, refreshments, new exhibits, book signings and much more at the galleries, antique stores and unique shop on St. Augustine’s San Marco Avenue between Ripley’s Museum and the Mission Nombre de Dios. The Mission Nombre de Dios provides FREE PARKING. Info: 904-823-9263 April 28,to May 3 Farm to Table Week Ponte Vedra Beach The Cultural Center, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082. Farm, food and art markets will be held at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. The Farm to Table Dinner at Nocatee’s Crosswater Hall will be on May 1. See the website for specific information. 50 Executive Way. 904-280-0614 x 205 www.ccpvb.org

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northeast Florida’s abundant bird life and photogenic natural beauty at more than 110 exciting birding and outdoor photography events during the 2014 Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest! In addition to the ever-popular nature tours and excursions, new discoveries for this year’s event include workshops on preparing your images and composition, photographing birds in flight, selections and layer masking, flash techniques and many in field photography workshops.The festival is headquartered at the GTM Research Reserve, located 8 miles north of St. Augustine on A1A N. 904-209-4422 http://www.FloridasBirdingAndPhotoFest.com May 2-4 A St. Augustine 450th Signature Event A FREE Event for People of All Ages to Participate & Create Paseo Pastel – the Spanish custom of a casual promenade or walk. St. Augustine’s “promenade” will take place on the sidewalks in between the City Parking Garage and the Visitor Information Center FRIDAY, 7:00 PM Pre-Event Party SATURDAY, 10:00AM – 5:00PM 70+ local, regional and international Chalk Artists create the sidewalk gallery of art SUNDAY, all day, public walk and viewing with sidewalk washing wrap-up This creative event features “career chalk artists” and will be held annually leading to St. Augustine’s 450th Celebration. Paseo Pastel is being promoted nationally and internationally to a prime audience of chalk festival followers. Approximately 20,000 families, tourists and people of all ages are expected to attend. 70+ Artist, competing for cash prizes, will create drawings on 4X6 sidewalk areas with the theme of St. Augustine’s Living Heritage. Career Chalk Artists, Art Educators, College and High School Students will turn the city’s sidewalks into a gallery of chalk art.

April 29 Kids Bridge 10th Annual Golf Tournament Palencia The Palencia Club, Palencia, FL 32095 Kids Bridge hosts a 4-person team scramble golf tournament at The Palencia Club. Registration starts at 11 a.m.; Shotgun at 12:30 p.m. Preregister on-line or by phone. Registration is $80 and includes greens/cart fees, lunch, contests, gift bag, silent auction, awards and hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds benefit the 401(C)(3) Kids Bridge Family Visitation Center. 600 Palencia Club Dr., St. Augustine. 904-564-9129 www.kidsbridgegolf.com April 30 to May 4 12th Annual Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest. Ponte Vedra Beach 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 Experience

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