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Nina & Chris Stelfox, Owners of Indulge Salon

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A Local Success Story!

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Dear Reader

I like to think I am a story teller, an explorer and an idea person. In another life I was a Reporter, a Press Secretary and Communications Director but I realized I wanted to spend more time focused on the things that really mattered to me - my family and my community.

With St. Johns Magazine, I love having the opportunity to connect our neighborhoods and tell the stories about the people and businesses in our local community. I love living in northern St. Johns with its outstanding people, A+ schools, beautiful beaches and art-centered perspective. As the mother of four energetic children, I am interested in what is happening locally so I can help my family and others sift through all that is available to enrich their lives.

Since publishing St. Johns Magazine in November 2012, I have been dedicated to using it as a source of positive information with uplifting content. The concept is simple - a hyper-local resource focused on the newer communities of northern St. Johns.

I invite community members to send articles, photographs and calendar listings for publication in print and online to debbie@stjohnsmag.com. Please include a caption with photos. Or, if you would like something promoted immediately, please post it to our Facebook page (St. Johns Magazine)

Please enjoy this issue of St. Johnns Magazine featuring Indulge Salon’s story of success, a Bridal Showcase and Back to School articles to enrich your life..

I am especially excited to share the first in a series of articles about Autism.

My son Jake has autism and I believe this article and the information we plan to post on our website will help many families affected by this mysterious and heartbraking disorder.

Sincerely, Debbie Gaylord

Night Sky, Tulum, Mexico - 2014 P.S. Please remember to tell our advertisers you found them in St. Johns Magazine!!!!

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Contents Destination Tulum 5 Indulge - A Success Story 6-7 Bridal Showcase 8-11 Real Estate Stats 16 Local Dining Guide 18-20 Journey through Autism 22 After School Enrichment 24 Organization Tips for Back to School 25 Our Teachers 26 Message from the Vet 28 August Calendar 30-31

Destination Tulum, Mexico

by Debbie Gaylord

Did you know sea turtles, or tortugas in Mexico, lay hundreds of eggs in a nest on the beach and then swim away and leave the baby turtles to fend for themselves? Lucky for the hatchlings, they have a built-in magnetic sense that helps them find their way. When they are only babies, they swim like maniacs to get as far away from shore as possible until they catch the Gulf Stream and it pulls them out into the center of the ocean to that magical place called the Sargasso Sea. The sea has this special healing seaweed the turtles like to eat. When they are ready to nest as adults they use their inner compass to return to the exact place they were born. They don’t need a map or a GPS or anything like humans use to help them find their way home.

While visiting Tulum, Mexico on the Riviera Maya this summer I witnessed more than ten sea turtles nesting on the tranquil beaches at night. The largest number came up during the full moon. It was pure magic to see the giant creatures lift their bodies from the ocean and climb up the beach. I felt like I was part of something ancient and wonderful, a witness to nature’s blessings. Since they are an endangered species, teams of marine biology students scour the beaches waiting for the nesting turtles, protecting them from passersby, tagging them and measuring them for research. The best part of our turtle adventure was that it was unexpected. It was a simple yet powerful gift bestowed by place and time.

We had taken the two-hour flight from Orlando to Cancun and driven about an hour and a half south to our beach house in Tulum seeking the turquoise blue waters off the reef, peace and relaxation under thatched roof palapas.

We chose an eco-friendly house without air conditioning that was run with a solar powered generator, planning to visit the Mayan Ruins, eat delicious Mexican cuisine, take in the local culture and explore some of the eco-centered activities for which the area is well known. The fact that tortugas gathered there in July and August was our little bonus.

The Mayan Ruins were stunning, located on the bluffs high above the sea, and only a short five minute drive from the house. For history buffs, more elaborate ruins are within a few hours if you are feeling more adventurous.

Another highlight of Tulum was the food. Sand floors and beach views abound and ceviche, a raw fish dish that is cured in limejuice & mixed with chili peppers to bring out the flavors was our favorite addiction. We ordered it at almost every restaurant where we ate and each place had its own spin. Also, the delicious fresh seafood was a draw; the butterfish, the red snapper, Caribbean lobster, and whole fresh fish complete with heads and eyeballs.

But let us not forget the Mezcal! In Tulum there are entire bars devoted to the distilling and serving of Mezcal, made from the agave plant. The bartender owner at our favorite place, Mamma Mui had an entire menu of drinks he concocted with his homemade Mezcal combined with freshly squeezed juices (direct from the fruit not sitting in a refrigerator somewhere). I highly recommend “The Mamma Mui” – a deliciously fresh Mezcal cocktail mixed with cucumber juice and lime, the rim of the glass laced with salt and chili powder.

Tulum, Mexico will change you – The Mayans called it City of Dawn. It lends a sense of renewal and rebirth that I encountered with new experiences and peace that permeated my soul. Like the turtles that flock there in the summer Tulum has a slower pace that allowed this Americana to take in nature and slow down for a much needed change.

**For more information about traveling to the Riviera Maya and other exotic locations please contact Vicky Hulzberg at Whims & Wishes Travel St. Johns Magazine 904-687-8538 www.whimsnwishes.com or call 904-287-3899

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It has been a year since St. Johns Magazine featured Nina and Chris Stelfox, the new owners of Indulge Salon Shoppe & Spa, a beautiful 3200 square foot hair salon and day spa located on CR 210. We followed up with Chris & Nina to learn about their journey in the first year as small business owners.

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Positive Energy & Teamwork Help Indulge Salon Owners Nina & Chris Stelfox Stay Motivated to Succeed!

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Chris & Nina Stelfox left their corporate jobs last summer with a vision to transform Indulge into a place that the St. Johns & St. Augustine communities would think of first when looking to rejuvenate, re-energize, and to look and feel beautiful. Last month, Indulge was voted by our readers “the best hair salon in St. Johns” and Chris & Nina could not be happier.

“These last twelve months have been full of blessings because Chris and I have a great team behind us. We have experienced growth, and all signs are positive for us. This could have never been possible without our current team: Carolina, Ed, Diane, Laura, Denise, Irina, Teresa, Charlotte, Tamilee, Steve, Grace and Megan. As well as our former team members: Kim, Sarah, Hillary, Norma & Sheila who have gone in different directions but whom we miss and thank for their contributions.” Nina said.

When we asked Nina what has this last twelve months been like, she answered: “We definitely have a lot to celebrate. It has been great to see new faces walking into Indulge and seeing them become loyal customers. It has been very gratifying to see how our team consistently indulges our guests in wonderful services that make them look and feel beautiful. We want people to choose us because at Indulge they find a beautiful, comfortable and relaxing environment, a kind spirited team of skilled talented professionals and all at reasonable prices.

At the new Indulge, it is about the guest experience. “We go out of our way to make sure that individually and collectively we deliver quality services and an experience you will want to come back to and recommend to a friend. Our team understands who we are, and shares similar values that embrace positive thinking and good energy. This reflects beautifully in the experience we are here to create for our guests.

It seems organic to us. This is a good thing.” said Nina.

Chris & Nina have grown closer together. They are good at grounding each other and at helping each other cope with the anxieties and fears that all new small business owners go through. The right signs are there. We continue to greet new faces and grow our team. We are excited about what the next twelve months hold for Indulge.

The Indulge team wants to take this opportunity to thank every single guest who has honored us with their visit in this last 12 months. We look forward to continuing to provide you all with a place to Indulge

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If you are like me, you are drawn to read every article you come across on the subject of the real estate market. Most of these articles generate more questions than answers due to the inconsistency in their conclusions. For example, in the last week I have read (reliable sources!) that new home sales are up to the highest level in 6 years and the real estate recovery is sputtering. Much of the reported news reflects the market where the reporter resides. Additionally, while the national trends are important as an overall indicator, it is our own local trends that are critical to the planning process.

For the first time in my letter I have included below graphs. They represent the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors “Historical Pending Sales Activity” and the “Historical Closed Sales Activity” from 2003-2014. I have overlapped each graph with a trend line to emphasize our market experience absent monthly fluctuations.

Going back to those “complicated questions and simple answers”: What are the trends telling us about the market?

Looking at the “Historical Pending Sales Activity” graph, we see that pending sales of 2,321 for June, 2014 are very close to the pending sales in June, 2005. We know 2005 was the peak of the market-U. S. wide. While closed sales numbers for June, 2014 at 2,131 are not quite as dramatic as those in June, 2005; they are approaching the recent peak activity.

I would also like to point out that rate of climb to the peak of 2005 was more accelerated than what has occurred since the deep trough of 2008. I personally believe that is good for the market. A slower, more stable growth gives the market a stronger foundation from which to build.

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Journey through AUTISM

by Jennifer Brown

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utism is a term used frequently in our current society yet it is rarely understood. People whose lives have been touched by it seek answers and often must take a journey alone to find help for their children. This is the beginning of a series about Autism – It is the story of Jennifer and Christian; one brave and determined Mother who has been able to tap into resources which have helped heal her son in dramatic ways.

Christian’s story begins on November 9, 2000 at 5:14am, a precious new bundle of joy with endless opportunities ahead of him. When Christian was born, I counted his fingers and toes. I listened as they stated his Apgar score was 9. Christian came home a very healthy baby of 6lbs 1oz. Within weeks I was unable to breast feed and was forced to switch to formula. After a few days of being on formula, he started showing signs of having a very hard time with digestion.

One hour after every feeding he would cry for a solid hour, and then he would get hungry again.

This went on for weeks. I was told by his pediatrician that it was colic. He said there was nothing else that I could do for him and that he would have to grow out of it. He advised that I should try changing bottles and formula.

I went to see Dr. Carter, my chiropractor since the age of 9. When I walked in his office and he saw the pure exhaustion on my face, he was curious about Christian. While explaining to him about the colic, he was already taking him out of the carrier and was gently laying him on his lap. He then proceeded to adjust Christian and he fell asleep, in what seemed like seconds.

He seemed more relaxed than I have ever seen him. His colic was corrected and from that day forward he had no problems with digestion. He was a very happy, loving child. He could spend his days with just one or two toys, and was perfectly content with his own company. He was progressing through every milestone as expected. During his first 12 months, Christian’s vocabulary was growing. Words like mamma, dada, baba, and ball became part of his every day vocabulary.

He would point at airplanes in the sky and told me he loved me. He colored and played with other children.

One of my many favorite memories I have of Christian, as a baby, is that anytime he saw me on the opposite side of our glass door, I had to kneel down and kiss him through the glass.

He was such a momma’s boy. He loved to be touched, held, and cuddled. I rocked him to sleep every night.

I started to find that, sometimes touching him seemed to cause him irritation.

There were nights that the only way to soothe him was to put him in his vibrating bouncer chair, turn on “someone like you” by Sarah McLaughlin (I could never change the song. It was an exact recipe.) And hold the bouncer and sway it from side to side until he drifted off. I thought it was odd, but he seemed to love it and it was the only thing that worked when he was having “one of those nights” so I was happy to do it for him.

Soon, Christian started displaying some problems with his speech. He began to withdraw more and more into his own world, and eventually stopped talking completely. He started having difficulty sleeping and had chronic ear infections. Doctors placed tubes in his ears and suggested speech therapy, A cheerful therapist from Holland came to our home every morning for speech therapy. They played for about 30 minutes a morning and then we would go on to work and school. One morning, she came in and sat right down with me and started telling me that she has noticed some odd behaviors. She then mentioned the word AUTISM. Like any normal mom, I kicked her out of my house and told her she was crazy. I was in denial.

At that point more professionals started using the word Autism. So against my own desire, I took him to be evaluated. On May 12, 2003 at 2 ½ years old, Christian was diagnosed with Autism. I have a child on the spectrum!!! I didn’t know what a spectrum was and all the general public seemed to know about it was a movie called Rain Man. Little did I know I was going to

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spend the next 10 years and more of my life learning what autism really meant.

It meant losing jobs, relationships, friends, pushing my family away. It meant shopping in the middle of the night so I didn’t have to take him to the grocery store. It meant giving up my life so I could figure out how to live. It also meant fighting for my child, never giving up hope, and to NEVER SAY NEVER! As a single mom with a child like Christian, it was very difficult to maintain my career in healthcare and still have him to all scheduled therapies and attend all the IEP meetings.

I explored speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social and emotional therapy, ABA services, respite care for my sanity. This was a very hard time for me accepting all these facts being thrown at me. I was told that Christian would never speak again. I was told he may never be potty trained. The worst part came when I was told that due to his estimated size later on in life that I would have to put him in a home. They advised that he would become too big and too violent for me to handle. I remember leaving that day filled with loss. Watching my baby boy in the back seat playing so innocently and yet in such a world all his own. I wanted to understand his world. I wanted to spend time in it with him. I thought if I could get in his world with him, that I could pull him out into mine. I was a mom on a mission!!! I read! Boy oh boy, did I read. I researched, I called places, spoke with a multitude of different therapists and doctors. I then went through the process of elimination.

I started with C.A.R.D. (the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities) which is an amazing supportive agency and they helped me put together a communication book to use with Christian. It was VERY helpful for us both. We also learned sign language together and I used a combination of the two to communicate with my son. Also, making a minor change to his diet made a huge impact in our lives. A friend’s dad found a study based out of Canada about the Gluten and Casein Free Diet. There was very little information on it at the time, and it hard to obtain it. His practitioner said that the study was not recognized in the states and he did not have any proof that it worked. He stated not to take him off the milk but RATHER, he might not be getting enough??? From the moment I picked Christian up from day care until we got home; milk was the only thing on his mind. He was craving it. Like an addiction. Little did I know then, that is exactly what it was. I went against the advice of his medical doctor and removed all Casein. CHRISTIAN SAID HIS NAME FOR THE FIRST TIME THE VERY NEXT DAY!! He still remains mostly casein free to this day.

In 2003, just a few short months after receiving his diagnosis, I enrolled Christian into the Alachua County public School system through the ESE Department. They found a school that had a specialty class for children like Christian. I’ll never forget watching him climb those large steps onto the school bus for the first time. He seemed so small and young to have so much to deal with. I stood there and wondered as I waved goodbye to him, does he feel alone? Does he know that I am right here with him, fighting with him to get answers? As I watched him sit down in his seat on that big yellow bus, barely able to see out of the window, I blew him a kiss and said a little prayer as the bus slowly pulled away. I wondered, If I am scared, how can he feel brave? I wiped my face and tried desperately to catch my breath as I headed to work trying to keep from feeling guilty for sending my little baby off into a world so big.

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Tips to Help You Get Organized!

No fuss no muss: Back to school

by Julie Bavington

About Julie:

Julie Bavington has been a Professional Organizer in Northeast Florida since 2007. Her areas of expertise include conquering paper clutter, setting up residential and office organizing systems, decluttering homes/offices, and teaching through hands-on training. If you are in the Jacksonville/St. Johns area and would like your home better organized and would like the assistance of a professional organizer, e-mail juliebavi@gmail.com You can also find me on Facebook facebook.com/organizewithjulie of by searching for Organize With Julie. Want to follow me on twitter? Stalk me @juliebavi.

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ould you like to start each school day with smiles? Without yelling? Would you like to end the daily scavenger hunt for shoes? Would it be sweet to have conversations in the

Buy all of your back to school goodies Plan ahead as much as possible. now before they disappear. Most Big Box and Office Supply stores have lists available (some even

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From pick-

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OUR TEACHERS They Inspire, They Create Thinkers They Rock!

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by Lisa Farese

Year after year, St. Johns County Schools have ranked among the top schools in the state. In fact, they have been ranked first in the state, out of 67 other districts, based on FCAT points for the last five years. Additionally, the school system has been a grade A district for the past 10 years with 17 schools in the district being awarded an A in 2014.

And while facts and figures are a great way to get a birds-eye view of our schools, we wanted to take a look at our district that goes beyond the numbers. We wanted to meet some of the dedicated individuals behind these facts and figures—our teachers.

Derek Coghlan

Jeni West Music Teacher at Timberlin Creek Elementary

English Teacher at Nease High School

Originally from New Mexico, Jeni West moved to our area when her husband’s job transferred them here. Now in love with the climate, the schools for her children, the community and her church, West says the move has been “a blessing.”

Having been involved in music since she was five, West continued to pursue her love of music throughout her school years and credits none other than her teachers as sources of inspiration. One in particular was Dr. John Peed. “He was one of those teachers who didn’t just teach, he cared,” she said.

While in college, she decided she wanted to teach music and first thought high school students would be her focus. However, another teaching mentor would show her a different path. “I had a great teacher who taught elementary music, and I learned what you could teach younger children,” West said. “I loved watching the light bulbs go off and seeing the wonder and smiles when they made beautiful music.”

Now at Timberlin Creek Elementary, she teaches music, organizes grade-level performances for the kindergarten, second and fifth grade classes as well as conducts several after-school music programs with more than 100 participating students.

Outside of school, West is very involved in her church where she also shares her music talents. Not to mention, she enjoys spending time with her family. “These activities speak to how I am able to live life and maintain a positive attitude.” She said.

And when it comes to students in her classroom, she hopes

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to inspire music in their lives for years to come. “I want students to know that music can be a part of their lives forever,” she said.

“It doesn’t matter who you are, music can speak to you in some way.”

Originally from Ireland, Derek Coghlan came to visit a friend who lived nearby and discovered he liked the town of St. Augustine and decided to stay—that was 24 years ago. Today he still considers St. Augustine a great place to call home. “The people that are attracted to St. Augustine are the kind of people I like to hang out with,” he said. “We live in a town that everyone else wants to live in.”

As a teacher in St. Johns County since 1997, he enjoys the opportunity to share his passions with students. “Teaching was something I always wanted to do, and I was always interested in English and history,” he said. “There was never anything else.”

It is going beyond the words that Coghlan likes best about teaching. “I enjoy introducing students to great literature and getting them to think about it and understand the ‘why’ behind it,” he said. “If they connect to it and understand that writing doesn’t exist in a vacuum, I get a better response to it, and that’s been my experience.”

In his spare time, he enjoys putting on one-man shows, often of a humorous nature, partaking in soccer, acting as a wedding officiant, and announcing for mixed martial arts (MMA) tournaments. This, he believes, all ties back to his role in the classroom. “Good teaching in many ways is a performance,” he said. “You have to be on every day and for every class because there’s nowhere to hide in the classroom.”

And students in Coghlan’s class don’t leave without the ability to question. “I hope students take away the idea that you need to question everything and that it’s OK to question things and disagree in a rational way,” he said. “We’ve got to have more thinkers; it’s the way forward.” True to his practice in the classroom, Coghlan leaves us with a concept to think about. “Teachers, not business owners, are the real job creators,” he said.

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A Letter From St. Johns County Public Schools The St. Johns County School District continues to foster an environment that ensures its students are on the path to success. Our stu-

Rebecca Royal Fourth Grade Teacher at Palencia Elementary

dents have worked hard to exceed expectations and have been fortunate enough to have the support of a caring and dedicated group of teachers, staff, and administrators. This past school year, St. Johns

Florida native Rebecca Royal first moved to St. Augustine as a college student after she was awarded a volleyball scholarship to play at Flagler College. And here she would stay upon graduation because of her love for the area. “I believe it is a small town with big events and so much to do,” Royal said.

“St. Augustine has the perfect atmosphere.”

As a teacher in the county for the past three years, and this year’s Rookie Teacher of the Year, Royal is a fourth-grade teacher at Palencia Elementary. Here she helps create “ah-ha” moments in the classroom for her students. “I love seeing the connection students make between previous knowledge and the new knowledge. It’s such a wonderful experience to see how excited they are when they are creating something like bank reinforcements to learn about erosion, and their project works,” she said. “Teaching is a rewarding profession because moments like these happen every day.”

Royal also finds that one of her favorite pastimes, playing volleyball, helps her transform her classroom into a positive learning environment. “I believe that a successful classroom is one that has the same comradery as an athletic team,” she said.

“Students need to feel comfortable in the classroom to make mistakes and take risks just as you do on a sports team. They need to realize that everyone works together to achieve a task or goal.”

In addition to teamwork, she also hopes her students discover a love of learning, which can be easier than ever in the digital age. “Students in this day and age have everything so readily available to them,” Royal said. “If they want to learn about something, all they have to do is take out their technology device and look up anything on Google.” Of course, the love and inspiration to learn have to be there and often come from none other than our teachers.

County was one of only 11 school districts statewide that was designated as a High-Performing School District by the State Board of Education.

I am an advocate for academic achievement and believe that in order to accomplish this, it is paramount that the focus remains on the individual needs of every student. Every effort is made to provide teachers with the resources they need for effective instruction which supports high expectations. Through evaluation, training and support we continue to develop high-quality personnel who focus on student growth and achievement.

High-stakes testing continues to place strong demands on our students, teachers, and administrators. Despite these challenges, SJCSD students throughout the district have excelled. For the past five years, students in St. Johns County have led the state in total FCAT points. In addition, our students scored the highest in the state on the Geometry, Biology, US History, and Civics End of Course Exams (EOCs). I am so very proud of our students’ impressive achievements, both in and out of the classroom.

Two new K-8 schools, Patriot Oaks Academy and Valley Ridge Academy, are opening their doors to students this fall. The community of St. Johns County has always provided support to the district through a very high level of parental involvement and business partnerships.

Approximately 17,000 volunteers provided 309,771 hours in service to the school district during the 2012-2013 school year. This support is a huge factor in the district’s success and its ability to maintain an “A” grade for the last 10 consecutive years.

Sincerely, Joseph G. Joyner, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

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

Cheap Cat Vaccines Causing Tumors, Its Happening

About a year go I wrote about avoiding cheap cat vaccines in order to prevent Vaccine Associated Sarcomas. That will never happen to your cat, right? Unfortunately, that may be wrong. Yesterday, a client of mine brought in their neighbor’s cat that they love. He is a huge, beautiful, medium-haired orange tabby, 2 year-old cat, named Harley. (The name has been changed to protect the innocent.) Harley is a real people-oriented cat. He is the type of cat that every cat owner wants. Harley has a lump the size of a golf ball on his upper right shoulder. It is very hard. It is irregular in shape. It does not hurt. It was first noticed by my client about two months ago. It got a little smaller initially but has grown larger recently.

This is a very sad situation. The actual owner of this cat thinks that the lump is being caused by fleas. The tumor should be removed surgically soon with a large amount of tissue around the tumor in every direction. If this surgery is not done by an experienced, aggressive surgeon, there will be another beautiful dead cat. It will grow back if it is not removed with a wide surgery. When it grows back it will grow back faster and be more malignant. The first surgery is the best chance for Harley to survive. If he survives he will be normal.

Warm, Compassionate, Affordable Care The tumor is caused by adjuvant in cheap, killed vaccines for cats. “Killed” vaccines all contain adjuvant. The adjuvant travels from the injection site over weeks, months or years. As it travels it can cause a tumor at any time. There have been cats that have had this type of tumor develop three years after being vaccinated and not receiving another vaccine.

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August 2014 Calendar August 1st, 2nd & 3rd (Repeats every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

Historic Weapons Demonstrations at Castillo De San Marcos At 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM, Rangers and volunteers demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the colonial Spanish soldier of 1740s St. Augustine on the Northeast gun deck. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability. Normal entrance fees apply. Adults (Age 16 and above) -- $7.00 - valid for 7 consecutive days. Children (age 15 and under) -- free, but must be accompanied by an adult. The Golden Access and Age Passports; the Castillo Annual Pass; and the Interagency Access, Annual, Military, and Senior Passes are honored for free admission in accordance with the terms specified on the card. http://www.nps.gov/casa/planyourvisit/events.htm

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August 1st First Friday Art Walk 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, Art Walk Trolleys and Trains provided by St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and Old Town Trolleys provide FREE transportation throughout downtown for the art walk.

Phone: 832-779-2781 http://www.artgalleriesofstaugustine.org

August 6th (13th, 20th & 27th) Music By the Sea Concert Series Every Wednesday night through September 24, live concerts take place from 7 - 9 p.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier Pavilion. This week’s band is Falling Bones playing Classic R/R. Zaharia’s Restaurant will offer signature dinners for $10. Admission is free. For comfortable seating, bring a folding chair. Go to the website for a listing of the band and restaurants for each Wednesday. Phone: 904-347-8007 http://www.thecivicassociation.org/music_by_the_sea_summer_concerts

August 1st Meet The Treasure Hunters From 6 - 8 p.m., The St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum hosts Mark Anthony, a treasure diver and collector known worldwide, and founder of St. Augustine’s ‘Treasures by Mark Anthony’. To have an item appraised by Anthony, send a photo of it along with a brief description to tracy@thepiratementmuseum.com in advance. The event is free. 12 S. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. Phone: 877-467-5863 http://www.thepiratemuseum.com

August 6th (13th, 20th & 27th) Movies by the Bay Ripley’s St. Augustine Attractions and the St. Augustine Municipal Marina present FREE movies each Wednesday throughout the summer. The movies are shown at 8:30 p.m. at the Marina behind Bayfront Mini Golf, 111 Avenida Menendez. Bring a beach chair and blanket for comfortable seating by the bay. Phone: 904-824-1606 http://www.facebook.com/saintaugustineripleys

August 2nd Living History Day at Fort Matanzas National Monument 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 at the south end of Anastasia Island approximately 15 miles south of St. Augustine. Phone: 904-471-0116 www.nps.gov/foma

August 7th (14th, 21st & 28th) 2014 Concerts in the Plaza “The best way to spend a Thursday night in St. Augustine”. Grab your lawn chairs or bring a blanket and listen to some great music in a great place. The summer long music series returns for its’ 24th season with FREE concerts every Thursday evening between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Phone: 904-825-1004 http://www.staugustinegovernment.com/the-city/featured-storiesarchive/CitP14.cfm

August 2nd (9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th) Saturday Guided Cultural Hikes at GTM Research Reserve On the first Saturday of every month from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. visitors can learn about the cultural history of the Guana Peninsula during a guided cultural hike. Meet at the GTM Research Reserve’s Trailhead Pavilion located west of the Guana Dam located at 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. There is a $3 parking fee. RSVP: Phone: 904823-4500 http://gtmnerrculturalhike.eventbrite.com August 2nd Sunset Celebration at Vilano Beach Town Center From 4:00 pm to dusk, enjoy the spectacular sunset across the bay, plus, dozens of market vendors, live music, local arts and crafts and more on the pier! This is a FREE event! Location: Vilano Beach Pier, 260 Vilano Rd #A, Vilano Beach, Florida 32084. Phone: 904-540-0402. http://www.vilanobeachfl.com/14-events/18-sunset-celebration

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August 4th & 7th (11th &14th, 18th & 21st, 25th & 28th) FrogWatch USA (Free entrance for participants) Anastasia State Park is proud to announce that they have been selected as the 91st chapter of FrogWatch USA. FrogWatch USA allows individuals and families to learn about the wetlands in their communities and help conserve amphibians by reporting the calls of local frogs and toads. Meets every Monday and Thursday this August at 7:30 PM. Volunteers are needed to help us monitor the frog populations in the park! Citizens interested in science and monitoring the nighttime sounds of frogs and toads are encouraged and welcome to volunteer! 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, Florida 32080.

Contact Brittany Sims at 904-461-2035 or by email at Brittany.Sims@ dep.state.fl.us if you are interested in volunteering. http://www.vivaflorida.org/Events/FrogWatch-USA-at-AnastasiaState-Park

August 10th Crosby, Stills & Nash Concert Folk Rock supergroup made up of David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash provide a special evening of music at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Each member has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame not once, but twice. Tickets range from $99 - $39.

The concert starts at 7 p.m. (gates open 6 p.m.) 1340 A1A South St. Augustine. Phone: 904-209-0367 http://www.staugamphitheatre.com August 12th – 31st Motherhood Out Loud at Limelight Theatre A joyous, hilarious and altogether thrilling theatrical play that shatters traditional notions about parenthood. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $25; $22 seniors; $20 student and military. 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. Phone: 904-825-1164

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http://www.limelight-theatre.org August 13th Maritime Heritage Foundation Gathering The St. Augustine Maritime Heritage Foundation will host a “Gathering” at the St. Augustine Yacht Club At 6 p.m. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with SAYC menu items available for purchase. A guest speaker focusing on the rich past, present, and future maritime heritage of St. Augustine will be the highlight of the evening. The event is open to the public and FREE of charge. Phone: 904-599-3800 http://staugmaritimeheritage.org August 14th – 17th 20th International Skimboard Tournament From sunrise to sunset see more than 150 of the world’s best skim boarders compete for cash, prizes and glory in one of the sport’s major events. It all takes place at St. Augustine’s Vilano Beach. Phone: 904-540-1189 http://www.skimzone.com/vilano-beach.html August 16th Third Saturday Photography Challenge Event Photographers, from beginners to professionals, compete to take the best photo at three designated locations within Washington Oaks Gardens State Park in Palm Coast. Maps to the featured locations can be obtained from the Ranger Station or from volunteers in the main parking lot. Each month, park volunteers will select the winning photo which will then be displayed at the VIC kiosk and the park’s gift shop. There is no cost to compete. Admission is $5 per vehicle; $2 per pedestrian/bicyclist. Info at 609-247-8146 or 386-446-6783; e-mail washingtonoaksphotoentry@gmail.com. www.floridastateparks.org/washingtonoaks August 16th Third Saturdays Nocatee Farmers’ Market 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. http://www.localharvest.org/nocatee-farmers-market-M31180 August 16th Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour Tour the oldest extant planned cemetery in the State of Florida with burials starting during the First Spanish Period (1565-1763). Visitor access is limited to the 3rd Saturday of each month from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm when docents provide guided tours. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. 16 Cordova Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084 http://www.tolomatocemetery.com/Tours_and_Membership.html

August 24th Secret Garden Bridal Fantasy Sawgrass Marriot - 12-5 - over 125 vendors and a fashion show will give you ideas for your wedding! Jacksonvillebridalshow.com

August 19th The Offspring, Bad Religion and Pennywise Concert The St. Augustine Amphitheatre hosts California punk rock bands The Offspring, Bad Religion and Pennywise on their Summer Nationals 2014 tour. For the first time ever, The Offspring will perform their album ‘Smash Live’ in its entirety. Twelve million copies of Smash have been sold, making it the highest-selling independent record of all time.

Bad Religion will pull from their deep catalog and Pennywise will be playing their classic hits as well as songs from their upcoming album.

The show starts at 5:30 p.m. (gates open at 4:30 p.m.). Tickets range from $39.50 to $59.50. 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine. Phone: 904209-0367 http://www.staugamphitheatre.com

August 23rd Seminole War Commemoration Organized by the West Point Society of North Florida and supported by the 450th Military Commemoratin Committee, the Seminole War Foundation Inc., and the Dade Battle Field Society, this event commemorates the end of the Second Seminole War and remembers those who died, including many West Point graduates, during the conflict.

The event takes place at the National Cemetery at St. Augustine. Living history displays open at 9 a.m., the parade is at 11 a.m., the memorial service is at 11:30 a.m. and a reception open to the public is at 12:30 p.m. St. Francis Barracks, Marine St., St. Augustine Phone: 904-9400932 http://www.floridashistoriccoast.com/listings/view/23493 August 23rd Family Seining at the GTM Research Reserve Join GTM Research Reserve docents in the 4th Saturday of every month from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for a family seining activity. Pull a seine net through Guana Lake, collecting species of fish, crabs and more, and then learn about the animals and their roles in the habitat. Necessary gear including waders and boots will be provided. The program takes place at the Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Rd. in South Ponte Vedra Beach. The programs are free with paid admission to the Reserve. RSVP online. Phone: 904-823-4500 http://gtmnerrfamilyseine-eorg.eventbrite.com

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August 30th Uptown Saturday Night 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. Phone: 904823-9263 August 30th The Downtown Bazaar 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. Phone: 904-315-7454 http://www.thedowntownbazaar.com August 31st Plant-A-Poem Workshop and Reading Arrive with a poem seed and cultivate it in an hour with miracle grow from the Ancient City Poets. The workshop is 1:45-3 p.m. at The Gallery Cafe in St. Augustine. $10 per person includes endless coffee and sweet treats. From 3-5 p.m., there is a free open mic poetry reading. The Gallery Café, 1280 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine. 904-501-0043 http://www.bodor.org

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