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Despite JEA’s role in the “disappearance” of lakes, the state prepares to give them one of the largest water-use permits in history. p. 7

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MOVIES Reviews of “Scream 4” and “Fast Five.” p. 22

EDITOR’S NOTE p. 4 MAIL Sen. Wise doesn’t deserve “nice guy” credit, and City Councilmember Dick Brown deserves none at all. p. 5 NEWS Jacksonville’s water utility has a plan for future water needs: Drop aquifer levels (another) five feet. p. 7 Instant Runoff Voting is easier, cheaper and fairer.

Why hasn’t Jacksonville grabbed the technology? p. 10 BUZZ, BOUQUETS & BRICKBATS Jacksonville “rednecks” fall for the billboard bait, Hastings busts out the elusive potato brownie. p. 8 COVER STORY St. Augustine filmmaker Dustin Miller rides toward the future on a wave of surf film success. p. 13

MUSIC Nashville rockers Heavy Cream whip up old school melodic punk, North Carolina’s The Love Language makes fans swoon. p. 26 ARTS Flagler College screens five rarely shown Andy Warhol films, and Horton Foote’s daughter aims to bolster the playwright’s rep. p. 34 BACKPAGE Houselessness vs. homelessness on the streets of St. Augustine. p. 55 SPORTSTALK p. 11 I ♥ TELEVISION p. 12 HAPPENINGS p. 39 DINING p. 43 NEWS OF THE WEIRD. p. 50 I SAW U p. 51 FREEWILL ASTROLOGY p. 52 CLASSIFIEDS p. 53

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Mike Hogan’s New Clothes

What the First Coast Tea Party doesn’t know about their chosen candidate. (Hint: he’s backed billions in new taxes)

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or the past two years, roughly from the time his bid for mayor became official, Mike Hogan has had one message: He’s a “rock– solid conservative” opposed to tax increases of any kind.

It’s a tough gambit for the sitting Tax Collector to appear the enemy of The Man. After all, it’s Hogan’s name on all those tax collector vanity signs around town (signs that cost the taxpayers plenty to install after his election in 2003). And his is the name you stroke a check to every time you need a new license tag.

But Hogan’s camp determined early on that a “no new taxes” pledge — hoary and discredited as it may seem after years of Bush I and Peyton 2.0 — was the antidote to his Mr. Tax Man history. So they set about cementing Hogan’s no-tax bona fides. And for the past two years, Hogan has made it his mission to lambaste “big government,” pledge to slash spending, and to align himself with the concurrently emerging Tea Party. In a news release announcing his endorsement by the First Coast Tea Party, Hogan echoed familiar themes of making city government live within its means.

“The First Coast Tea Party is made up of everyday taxpayers who are fed up with wasteful spending and abuses at City Hall. I am proud to stand with them as we work to turn Jacksonville around.”

A few days earlier, Hogan introduced himself at a Tea Party forum saying, “I am a God fearing, freedom loving, American patriot. I am a states’ rights advocate, a strict constitutionalist and believe the best government is less government.”

Fortunately for Hogan, such platitudes overlook large hunks of his political resume — parts that the city’s anti-tax zealots wouldn’t like.

A closer look at his record reveals that he has supported increased government spending more than virtually any other city or state elected official currently serving Duval County. In fact, it’s quite possible that he’s voted for more tax increases than anyone outside of Corrine Brown.

So what has Hogan voted for? A few career highlights: • Voted as Jacksonville City Councilmember to increase the city’s General Fund budget by more than $184 million, or 43 percent, voting between 1993 and 1998 for six consecutively larger city budgets.

• Grew the Tax Collector budget by 31 percent in his seven years there.

• Voted as councilmember to tap city reserves by $90,000 to send 30 Pop Warner football players and cheerleaders from his district to Russia. (When Councilmember Jim Tullis

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challenged the expenditure, Hogan responded, “I’m stunned. I can’t believe this is even a debate … [that] we’re arguing over a few thousand for our kids.”)

• Voted to give away $21 million in “incentives” to the Adam’s Mark hotel in a no-bid deal to

It’s quite possible that he’s voted for more tax increases than anyone outside of Democratic Congresswoman Corrine Brown. lure the hotelier to downtown. The council giveaway capped a corporate welfare spending spree that exceeded $138 million during Hogan’s near-decade on council.

• Sat on the steering committee for that $15.6 million taxpayer-financed gift to Hogan’s Westside district, the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.

• Sponsored some $41.8 million in pet projects known as Community Budget Issue Requests or CBIRs (dubbed “turkeys” by government waste watchdogs) between 2001 and 2003.

• Voted as a member of the state’s Taxation & Budget Reform Commission to recommend the state raise gas taxes and vehicle fees by up to $2 billion per year.

• Cast a critical vote to place an amendment on the ballot that would allow Florida to begin collecting Internet and mail order sales taxes.

• Initially supported a tax swap proposal that would have required a $9 billion sales tax hike.

(He changed his mind after business groups and GOP leaders dubbed it the “largest tax hike in state history.”)

• Sponsored legislation in April 2003, to impose new driver’s licenses and driving tests fees at a cost of nearly $8 million each year.

• Voted to raise revenue by increasing traffic fines in Florida as much as $165 million a year.

• Voted in 2003 to give his former employer and campaign contributor, BellSouth, the largest phone rate hike in state history.

Whether or not Hogan gets over on Jacksonville in an election that draws less than 30 percent of voters to the polls — as seems likely — his Tea Party base at least deserves the facts. No-Tax Hogan may be a legitimate electoral strategy, but it’s at best a recent invention, and more likely a political chimera.

Anne Schindler themail@folioweekly.com

Signs of Influence

Re: The recent digital sign vote (Editor’s Note, “Signs It’s Over,” April 19), I’ve always believed there was a backroom deal to appoint Councilmember Dick Brown with the understanding that he would do precisely as directed and would not stand for election.

He doesn’t have any chance of getting elected to his seat after jobbing his constituents at the Beach.

His role in the Clear Channel debacle shows why he was really appointed.

Austin Smith Jacksonville via email

Child Support

Re: The recent anti-abortion letters (Mail, April 19): I am curious as to how many of the saved babies Mike Devine has adopted.

John Earhart Orange Park via email

Wise or Otherwise?

I usually thoroughly enjoy Julie Delegal’s pieces. We have a like mind on a number of issues, especially the importance of education. However, when I read her last Backpage article, “A Teachable Moment” (April 12), I couldn’t help but think: Is she out of her mind!?

It wasn’t the part about politicians exploiting fear and ignorance; it was when she started to write about Jacksonville’s own state Sen. Steve Wise. She wrote gushingly about Sen. Wise and how he’s congenial and cares about children’s issues. It almost made me physically ill, because nothing could be further from the truth.

Steve Wise has done more to harm public education and thus children than any other person I can think of. First, there is his teacher profession-killing bill, Senate Bill 736. This misguided bill is so bad, it’s made teachers wish Charlie Crist didn’t veto last

She wrote gushingly about Sen. Wise and how he’s congenial and cares about children’s issues. It almost made me physically ill, because nothing could be further from the truth. year’s knee-capping Senate Bill 6. Along with being yet another unfunded mandate that’s going to cost the state’s school districts billions of dollars at the same time the legislature is slashing budgets into the bone, there is absolutely no good in this bill. Its sole purpose is to further cripple public schools here in Florida to quicken the Republicans’ goal of complete school privatization.

But Wise’s own litany of wrongs just starts there. He has championed the expansion of charter schools, and wants to give them 15-year contracts (whereas teachers will have

only one year to prove themselves), and to strip school boards of control and allow them to be run remotely. He screams accountability for teachers but then shrugs his shoulders at accountability for charter schools.

Wise is also part of the legislature that wants to roll back funding for K-12 education to actual, not adjusted for inflation, 1976 dollars: $6,200 then, $6,200 now. He’s also part of the legislature to raise tuition at our public universities at an increase of 32 percent. He wants to expand vouchers to the point where they’ll eventually be welfare for the well off. He wants intelligent design taught in our science classes. He wants to expand opportunity scholarships so kids who attend low-performing schools can go elsewhere, this despite the fact that evidence shows they usually don’t do any better when they head to their new schools. He wants to severely cut the one reform that works which the people of Florida have demanded: smaller classes. Finally, he is a bully throwing his political power around by attacking school boards’ salaries.

This man is the equivalent of an earthquake, which causes a tsunami that wrecks a nuclear power plant, except it’s Florida’s public schools that are being rendered uninhabitable. He is a pox on education and a pox on children and it doesn’t matter one bit if he wishes older students could read better or he smiles to your face.

Chris Guerrieri Schoolteacher

Wind Song

On behalf of the entire Douglas Anderson Wind Symphony, I would like to thank you very much for recognizing our band’s invitation to The Midwest Clinic in this week’s edition of your newspaper (Bouquets and Brickbats, April 19). The flowers were an added treat, and most unexpected! I would be happy to share with you and the community more information about this prestigious invitation if the opportunity presents itself.

Thank you again … you made my day!

Shawn Barat Douglas Anderson Band

Veggie Tales

According to last week’s journal Clinical Infectious Diseases, half of the meat and poultry sold in U.S. supermarkets may be tainted with the deadly pathogen staphylococcus aureus. The study tested 136 samples of beef, chicken, pork and turkey in five cities. Half of the bacteria were resistant to antibiotics. One organism, MRSA, is a leading cause of fatal infections in schools and hospitals.

The authors suggest that feeding antibiotics to animals in factory farms may contribute to this resistance. Indeed, twothirds of all antibiotics in the U.S. are used to promote the growth of farmed animals and contain infectious diseases induced by their extreme crowding and stress.

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factory farms. The European Union adopted such a ban in 2006. The World Health Organization has recommended a worldwide phase-out.

In the meantime, each of us should replace animal products in our diet with vegetables, fresh fruits, legumes and grains.

These foods contain all the nutrients we require, without deadly pathogens, antibiotics, pesticides, carcinogens, cholesterol and saturated fats. They are touted by every major health advocacy organization and were the recommended fare in the Garden of Eden.

Jonas Glenn Jacksonville via email

At tax time, pundits are searching for ways to make our tax code fairer and more reflective of our social incentives and burdens.

In this regard, there is a growing interest in a tax on meat, eggs and dairy products designed to curb the self-destructive health impacts of their consumption and to effectively compensate society for the associated devastating environmental impacts.

The concept is hardly radical. We already pay similar taxes on tobacco and alcohol products. A number of states have imposed or are considering imposing taxes on soft drinks and other junk foods.

The revenue would reimburse the Medicare and Medicaid programs for treating victims of heart disease, stroke,

There is a growing interest in a tax on meat, eggs and dairy products.

The concept is hardly radical. We already pay similar taxes on tobacco and alcohol products.

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cancer, diabetes and other chronic killer diseases that have been linked conclusively with consumption of animal products. It would pay for restoration of waterways and wildlife habitats that have been devastated by production of these items.

Mark Twain said that nothing is certain except death and taxes. Yet, the first can be deferred and the other reduced selectively by a tax on meat and dairy products that reflects the associated social costs.

Jason Rittonhouse Jacksonville via email

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That Giant Sucking Sound

Jacksonville’s water utility has a plan for future water needs: Drop aquifer levels (another) five feet

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EA has applied (and received preliminary approval) for one of the largest consumptive water use permits in history, a permit that even state regulators concede will lower levels in the state’s underground water reservoir by four to six feet.

The new, larger permit comes after years of damage to local water bodies. JEA water withdrawals have already stressed waterbodies as far away as Clay and Putnam counties, where lakes have shrunk or disappeared altogether, according to the St. Johns River Water Management District. JEA’s overpumping of the Floridan Aquifer, the state’s primary water resource, has also allowed for “significant” saltwater intrusion into the groundwater of southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties.

Despite those effects, the Water Management District staff has recommended giving JEA a permit to increase its water withdrawals from the current 116 million gallons a day to 142 million gallons a day 10 years from now, with the possibility of increasing it even further, to 163 million gallons a day by 2030.

“This is the most ridiculous consumptive use permit in the state,” says St. Johns Riverkeeper Neil Armingeon, of the 29 percent jump over current use that the permit would allow. “The District has admitted our water use is damaging these areas. That should give us all pause. But instead of addressing the damage, the [District] is going to allow JEA to take more water.”

JEA initially requested a 20-year permit to pump up to 188 million gallons a day when it consolidated a cluster of permits into a single one last year. After questions from the District, JEA reduced its application to 165 million gallons a day, with a greater reliance on water conservation and reclaimed water.

JEA says it needs more water to meet projected growth in their customer base, from 718,238 customers in 2010 to an estimated 1.026 million in 2031. Despite conservation measures, JEA expects average daily household use to increase during that period from 70

million gallons a day in 2010 a day to 104 million gallons a day in 2031.

But critics like Armingeon say that the permit proposed by Water Management District staff demands little of the utility in exchange for the huge increase in water use. JEA can pump up to 142 million gallons a day without curbing current practices. If JEA reaches that level in 10 years, as the District projects, and then seeks to use the full 163-million-gallons-a-day limit, only then would it be required to adopt a restoration and conservation plan for lakes in Keystone Heights, and to expand its reclaimed water system.

Currently, the utility reclaims 11 million gallons of the 87 million gallons of wastewater produced daily. The rest is treated and dumped into the St. Johns River. To pump the maximum amount of water allowed by the permit, JEA would be required to reuse 31 million gallons daily by the end of 2020, 37 million by the end of 2025 and 44 million by the end of 2030. Armingeon doesn’t see it happening. He points out that in the eight years that he’s served as Riverkeeper, JEA has increased its reclaimed water system by only 4 million gallons a day.

“I don’t believe JEA is going to make these goals and I don’t think anything in the permit will force them to do it,” says Armingeon, who announced last week he will be stepping down as Riverkeeper in 2012. “You are giving them a 20-year permit, and then you aren’t even going to look at it for 10 years.”

To residents of Keystone Heights in southwestern Clay County, where Lake Brooklyn and Lake Geneva are located, and near Lake Cowpen in Putnam County, waiting 10 years before JEA does something to restore their lakes is too long. The area used to be a weekend and summer getaway destination for families in Northeast Florida and elsewhere.

But as the lakes have dried up, so have the weekenders. Many former lakefront cottages now sit on dry banks, hundreds of yards from small, muddy waterbodies.

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District blamed the disappearing lakes on drought. Now it acknowledges that Jacksonville’s water use has contributed to the problem, but as the new permit shows, it’s not demanding much in the way of remedy.

“Ten years down the road, we will have a mud puddle, not a lake,” says Vivian Katz, president of Save Our Lakes in Keystone Heights, where the lake chain is also an important aquifer recharge area. Florida law requires regional water management districts to develop a restoration plan when a body of water experiences levels below established minimums, but JEA’s permit does nothing to minimize current impacts.

“What this permit will do is cause additional damage,” says Katz. “The bottom line is that they need to [implement a restoration

plan] before the permit is issued, not after.”

JEA’s consumptive use permit will be discussed at the next meeting of the Water Management District’s Governing Board on May 10 at 1 p.m. at district headquarters, 4049 Reid St., Palatka.

Additionally, the District will have two meetings to discuss the 36 lakes and springs that the District projects will not meet minimum water flow standards by 2030. The first is held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17 at Green Cove Springs City Hall, 321 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs; the second is held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 26 at Sanford City Hall Commission Chambers, 300 N. Park Ave., Sanford.

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“If the Baptists don’t want to [drink alcohol], that’s their right. We have freedom of religion in this county.

We don’t live under Sharia law.”

— Fernandina Beach attorney Clinch Kavanaugh, dredging up an oft-employed boogeyman to decry dry Sundays within city limits. He also described the cityy ban as “incomprehensible,” “unenforceable,” p “ridiculous,” “vague” and “antiquated” before City Commissioners voted to C rrepeal the ban on Sunday lliquor sales, first passed iin 1935. (Kavanaugh’s ccousin, Mayor Susan SSteger, wasn’t swayed.

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Mr. Washington goes to Washington Chocolate bunnies, marshmallow Peeps, jelly beans … and keep moving — Easter may involve copious candy consumption, but First Lady Michelle Obama urged professional sports stars to bring a healthier message to the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. She invited Jacksonville tennis champ MaliVai Washington and other sports notables to the April 25 event to emphasize the value of exercise and eating right. After retiring from professional tennis, Washington founded the MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation in Jacksonville in 1997.

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“It’s kitten season. We’re getting boxes and boxes of them through the door every day.”

— St. Augustine Humane Society Director of Operations Carolyn Smith, explaining the group’s motivation to gain control of the feline population boom. The society’s “Fix-a-Kitty-Litter” r” special gives cat owners a chance to spay or neuter a litter of up to four kittens for a flat fee of $50. For more info, go to staughumane.com and click on “Low Cost Spay Neuter.”

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Brickbats to Lindsey Brock, Republican candidate for Jacksonville City Council, for being the blight he wants to fight. Brock’s campaign recently posted an illegally large banner, attached to an unsightly semi-trailer in a vacant lot in Arlington, that read, “End the blight in Arlington. Vote Lindsey Brock.” Brock is challenging District 1 Councilmember Clay Yarborough in the May 17 general election.

Bouquets to Bolles School violinist Likai He for his impressive artistry and an instrumental mastery. He recently won the $4,000-a-year Marian Armington Waterman Poitevent college scholarship from The Friday Musicale in a competition. He began studying the violin at age three with his father Jianjun He, a composer and violinist on the Jacksonville University faculty. He has been a Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra member since the fall of 2009.

Brickbats to St. Johns County Administrator Michael Wanchick for erroneously claming that the county was required by Federal Trade Commission rules to spend $27 million to make the county’s communication system digital. In fact, as Wanchick now admits, the FTC is only requiring large analog users (like public safety, business and industrial radio communication systems) to consume less bandwidth – a requirement that could be accomplished by reprogramming current radio equipment at a cost of a few million dollars. The $27-million no-bid contract that Wanchick still says is necessary, however, includes the purchase of all-new digital equipment.

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NewsBuzz Tater Test Deep chocolate potato brownies — Among the items for sale at the Hastings Potato & Cabbage Festival in “the potato capital” of Florida. Also featured: cabbage strudel and datil pepper hotdogs on potato rolls (all created by First Coast Technical College Culinary Institute chef David Bearl). The festival is held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 at Hastings Recreational Field on Main Street, just off S.R. 207.

Gay Daze “The overriding consistent message of the Anita Bryant campaign was to repeal the obnoxious unconstitutional Dade County Commission ordinance that required private Christian, Jewish and other religious schools to hire any homosexual, no matter how flamboyant or indoctrinating he or she might be, as teachers, coaches, principals and other role model positions.”

— Retired ad executive Mike Thompson, in a recent “Voice of the People” section of the Fernandina Beach News Leader, justifying his participation in one of Florida’s darker chapters. In 1977, Thompson helped Bryant lead a referendum that repealed a Dade County ordinance banning discrimination based on sexual orientation. (See Folio Weekly Buzz, March 29, “The Main Squeeze.”)

Footless and Fancy Free A bronze monument to St. Augustine’s Civil Rights “Foot Soldiers” ironically has no feet. The sculpture, commissioned by the St. Augustine Foot Soldiers Remembrance Project to commemorate the ordinary people who led the city’s remarkable Civil Rights protests, portrays a black man, a black woman, a white college student and an African-American teenage girl, rendered in bronze busts. The sculpture will be unveiled at 4:30 p.m. on May 14 at Plaza de la Constitucion in downtown St. Augustine.

Recorded History “Think the damage is done.”

— Florida House Majority Whip Daniel Davis, R-Jacksonville, in an email to Folio Weekly last week objecting to a Brickbat he received April 26.

Davis explained that he missed a House vote on the controversial state budget, not to appear in a promo piece on the “First Coast Living” TV show, as the Brickbat said, but to attend a niece’s wedding.

Though “First Coast Living” had confirmed to Folio Weekly the show was filmed live, the April 7 segment was, in fact, pre-recorded. Davis said he’ll be in his legislative chair when the House takes its final vote on the budget.

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Walter Coker

Cast In Stone

Instant Runoff Voting is easier, cheaper and fairer.

Why hasn’t Jacksonville grabbed the technology?

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acksonville elections — not the campaigning, but actually running them — aren’t cheap.

All 256 precincts need poll workers who each earn $170 for their 14-hour day; the optical-scan ballots and other materials need to be printed; first-class postage for anywhere between 40,000 and 90,000 absentee ballots (the city pays both ways) has to be paid. Add it all up and you get something between $1.2 and $1.5 million per election.

That means the pair of city elections on March 22 and May 17 will cost between $2.4 and $3 million in public money, despite the low voter turnout.

While the costs are pretty much fixed, there is a way to chop that bill roughly in half: Mesh the two elections into one. And there is a voting system called “instant runoff voting,” or IRV, that does just that.

The idea is that voters vote in just one election but rank their choices on the ballot. In the March 22 election, for example, six people were running for mayor. I might despise three of them, but the other three could be acceptable.

So on my ballot, I rank them according to my preference. Then, when the votes are counted, the candidate with the fewest first-place votes is eliminated and his or her second-place votes are added to the other five. The process continues until one person has a majority.

Nicholas Seabrook teaches political science at the University of North Florida and studies voting systems. He’s from the United Kingdom originally and looks at Jacksonville elections with an outsider’s perspective.

“My personal opinion is that, based on any idea of fundamental fairness, in trying to make sure that the candidate who is preferred by a majority of the electorate, to make sure that candidate wins, IRV is a superior system,” Seabrook says. “IRV isn’t perfect. It has its own potential disadvantages. But in terms of that major criterion, I think IRV is a superior system.”

There are all kinds of good things about IRV. It’s cheaper. It sharply reduces negative campaigning (“I don’t want to piss off her supporters,” a candidate might tell his staff, “because I want her supporters to choose me for their second-place votes”). It reflects the majority opinion more accurately, since popular candidates aren’t automatically eliminated the way they are in the current run-off system, in which everyone goes home except the two candidates with the most votes.

And IRV lets voters choose more straightforwardly. Suppose my favorite mayoral candidate in the March 22 city election was the ponytailed Independent Steve Irvine. And suppose my least favorite was Tea Party darling Mike Hogan. In the

Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland concedes switching to IRV could make for “a kinder, gentler election.”

current system, knowing that Irvine doesn’t stand a chance of getting to the runoff, I have to wonder if it’s better to vote for one of the other Republicans to try to prevent Hogan from being one of the top two finishers.

With IRV, this kind of calculated vote casting doesn’t exist. I vote Irvine as my first choice, Audrey Moran as second and Alvin Brown for third. After the first count, Irvine is eliminated and my second-place vote for Moran is automatically added to her total.

“It probably does make a kinder, gentler election,” says Duval County Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland, with only a trace of irony in his voice.

One of the technical snarls with IRV is the actual counting of the ballots, a process that cries out for software both sophisticated and tamperproof. Three years ago in Memphis, Tenn., 71

The first is the fairly steep learning curve.

Learning the IRV system will be a challenge for everyone, but particularly for those Duval County residents who aren’t well-educated. Even with the current system, Holland says, voters have problems. In the voting booth, if they see a race marked “City Council District 2, vote for one,” they’ll often mistakenly vote for two candidates. Technically, that’s called an overvote, and it negates the vote for that race because there’s no way to know a voter’s intent.

IRV makes ballots a little more complicated.

“Now, you’ve got an instruction that says ‘vote first place, second place, third place, but don’t vote for the same person more than once,’” Holland says. People are going to have trouble with it.

The other big problem is political. A change in voting requires a change in the city charter.

Instant Runoff Voting reflects the majority opinion more accurately, since popular candidates aren’t automatically eliminated the way they are in the current run-off system, in which everyone goes home except the two candidates with the most votes. percent of the voters approved a switch to IRV. But the system has never been used because the city had just spent millions of dollars on new Diebold touch-screen voting machines that could not be programmed to count IRV ballots.

Jacksonville, on the other hand, uses optical scanning machines that can be reprogrammed to count the more complicated IRV paper ballot. “We’re one of only four counties in Florida that’s totally paper,” Holland says. Even the machines for disabled voters are set up to give voters voice prompts but still produce a scannable paper ballot.

IRV is a practical system that’s gaining in popularity. The voting for the Best Picture Academy Award is done using IRV. Cities as different as Minneapolis and San Francisco use it for municipal elections. Several states use it for absentee voting. It’s used to choose one of the Australian Houses of Parliament.

Could IRV work in Jacksonville? Probably not, says Holland, who sees two big problems.

While citizen petitions are possible, the easiest way to change the charter is through the City Council. And councilmembers, Holland says, are stubbornly averse to making even minor tweaks to the system that got them elected, much less supporting a major change in the method by which people vote. For instance, councilmembers have repeatedly balked at moving the spring city elections back to the fall gubernatorial cycle, even though it would save the city the cost of two elections.

“It’s not about the voters,” Holland says. “It’s not about saving money. It’s about, ‘Would I still get elected if we change the way elections are done?’ And until you get beyond that, I don’t think we’re ever going to change our voting system.”

Robert Blade themail@folioweekly.com

Blade is a freelance writer and former educator.

He lives in Jacksonville.

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The Janaris Jenkins flap is an all-too-predictable ending to an all-too-familiar story

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here are certain parallels between former University of Florida cornerback Janoris Jenkins and Jesus Christ of Nazareth. For starters, both men were brought down a few days before Easter — Jesus by Pontius Pilate’s goon squad, and Janoris by the always-alert constabulary of Gainesville, Fla. Jesus is known

by Christians as the King of the Jews; Janoris, as the savior of the UF secondary.

As we know, Jesus reputedly rose again, exiting his tomb to walk around, give some daps, sign some autographs and make the rounds of Roman Empire talk shows. Janoris? Not so much. Janoris Jenkins — Double J — got busted with a J of his own. The horror.

There are many areas in the United States where a weed bust — especially one like this, where dude got busted for sitting in his car with half a blunt, such a minor amount that it borders on the absurd — wouldn’t be an issue. Do you think the cops care in Montana? In Alaska? In San Francisco? In Denver? No to all of those. In many of those places, the people have spoken, saying that punishing people for what they put into their bodies is a total farce, a waste of law enforcement’s time. Not here. Not in Florida.

There are many salient reasons why cannabis decriminalization is a no-go issue in this state.

For starters: our governor, who for a couple of months opposed a prescription drug monitoring database. He’s not libertarian in any other sense, but when it comes to what’s happening to Oxycontins, Hydrocodones, Xanaxes and all of those other patent pills that make modern life bearable, he was willing to turn a blind eye. And why not? Those pills have a profit attached, no small consideration for someone whose fortune was derived from the health care industry. And there is no documented evidence of anyone ever having problems with pain pills! Forget the anecdotes you might have heard; they all pale in comparison to “Reefer Madness,” ads of “This Is Your Brain On Drugs” and all of those other wonderful pieces of propaganda put out in the last 75 years or so.

Rick Scott will permit decriminalization around the time Robert Earl Hughes leaps from his grave and becomes an Olympic-level gymnast. And this stands to reason — marijuana being criminalized is good business.

Ever see the cable access program “94” that JSO spokesperson Melissa Bujeda hosts? It’s chock full of pictures and descriptions of various

scofflaws. Without exception, when these folks are put on the screen, either Bujeda or her cohost solemnly intones that so-and-so had a prior drug conviction.

When we hear that phrase, we may think of 50 Cent or Tony Montana pushing weight.

But the reality is, more than likely, the “drug conviction” is for something no bigger than a blunt in the ashtray.

Janoris Jenkins fits a profile. Two “priors.”

One came in January, when he was busted trying to roll a joint in a public restroom in the 352; he copped a plea. The second time? Two years ago, Jenkins got in a fight with a few people, in an attempt to keep them from jacking his chain necklace. Deferred prosecution in that case.

What separates Jenkins from your common criminal? Well, he was one of the best college cornerbacks in the country. If it weren’t for that, he would’ve ended up warehoused in some privatized lockup out in the boonies somewhere, babysat by some white-trash prison guard. Just as the rural prisons are effectively busy-work job programs for the local yokels, the inmate positions in those prisons likewise are busy-work for demographic groups who aren’t given the tools to fit into our global economy. They don’t know the rules of the game. It’s not in the interest of the power brokers to teach them.

Is it any coincidence that marijuana laws are much more relaxed and in keeping with the western world in places north and west — places that weren’t essentially aggregates of penal colonies and plantations? If Janoris Jenkins were playing ball in Seattle or Denver or at Stanford, would he have been treated the same? Would he be trotted out by the double-chinned slackjaws of the sports media as a Bad Example? Or would he have been left alone to puff his Swisher Sweet in peace?

The weekend Jenkins was busted, I watched the insipid Brent Martineau and 1010XL’s Joe Cowart laying the verbal smackdown on Jenkins. As predictable as the dollar crashing, I found myself wondering if we’ll ever hear the other side on such issues on local TV or radio. Probably around the time Oxycontin becomes illegal, or our treasury is officially bankrupt. Like Burroughs said, “Control needs control to control.”

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Where’s Your Helmet, Thor?!?

Dear Owner and Operators of my local 7-11: I’m writing to express my EXTREME disappointment in your current selection of “Thor Slurpee Cups.” As you may know, I’m wildly excited for this weekend’s premiere of the feature film “Thor” — so much so, in fact, I intended on purchasing every Thor Slurpee cup you have in stock. Therefore, you can imagine my horror when I discovered that every one of your Slurpee containers depicted Thor … without his helmet.

WHAT… THE… CRAP? Do you realize what a colossal blunder you’ve made? Thor without his helmet is like Batman without pointy ears! Wolverine without pop-up knuckle knives! Wonder Woman without her camel toe!

It’s bad enough that Thor is being played by long-haired pretty boy Chris Hemsworth who, according to the movie trailers, ALSO doesn’t wear a helmet, and … WAIT. I’m beginning to suspect who’s actually behind this Slurpee cup fiasco — so I’m gonna write another letter. BUT DON’T GO ANYWHERE, LOCAL 7-11! I’M NOT DONE WITH YOU YET!!

Dear actor Chris Hemsworth who plays Thor in the upcoming movie “Thor”: I am writing to express my EXTREME disappointment in your idiotic decision to not wear a Thor helmet! What? Pretty boy movie actor doesn’t want to get “helmet hair”? FREAK YOU, FRUIT CUP. Wearing Thor’s helmet is not a “character choice,” you foppy dandy-lad! If you want to play the goddamn God of Thunder, then you pick up the goddamn hammer and you wear the goddamn helmet!! Thanks to your pretty-boy vanity, you’ve not only ruined “Thor” (the movie), you’ve also ruined Th or (the Slurpee Cup), which was previously the highlight of my freaking year! Suck my boloney, you piece of crap Nancy-boy dip-poop—wait. On the off chance it wasn’t your decision to forgo the helmet, I’m going to write another letter…

BUT DON’T YOU GO ANYWHERE!!

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Dear Director and Producers of the feature film Thor: I’m writing to express my EXTREME disappointment in your … oh, forget it. WHERE THE FREAK IS THOR’S FREAKING HELMET??? You creepy Hollywood types are too goddamn busy snorting coke off Angelina Jolie’s cans to give a poop about “CONTINUITY” or “RESPECTING THE MARVEL UNIVERSE” or “AWESOME WINGED HELMETS”! Well, let me tell YOU something, you blasphemous blow freaks! Your precious little “Thor” movie isn’t the only game in town! As a matter of fact, the always-reliable Syfy network has their own terrible Thor movie debuting this week (Saturday, May 7, 9 p.m.) entitled, “Almighty Thor.” This extremely low budget affair stars Cody Deal (never heard of him) as the god of thunder, pro wrestler Kevin Nash as Odin (suck it, Anthony Hopkins), and — brace yourselves, folks—Richard Grieco (“21 Jump Stree”t!!!) as the evil Loki! And oh yes,

not only does this Almighty Thor swing an almighty hammer, he also blasts bad guys’ faces off with an UZI! (Omigod! I’m gonna watch the poop out of this!) And best of all his helmet is… his helmet is… ohhhhh NO. You’ve got to be freaking kidding me! This cheap-ass Thor isn’t wearing a helmet either???

THAT’S IT! NOBODY FREAKING MOVE!!!

Dear makers of Syfy’s Almighty Thor: WHERE… IS… THE… FREAKING… HELMET????

TUESDAY, MAY 3

8:00 FOX GLEE Sue takes over the school newspaper to print incendiary, stupid articles. (Does she need a TV columnist?)

8:00 TOON THE LOONEY TUNES SHOW Bugs, Daffy and Porky get a modern reboot in this new cartoon that’s probably freaking awful.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 8:00 FOX AMERICAN IDOL It’s down to the Top Five! (America! Do your part and vote off that cry baby!!)

9:00 ABC MODERN FAMILY Claire’s and Gloria’s Mother’s Day festivities turn into a mother-effing disaster.

THURSDAY, MAY 5 9:00 NBC THE OFFICE New manager Deangelo (Will Farrell) shows his true colors — and they come from a very crappy palette.

10:00 NBC 30 ROCK Season finale! Liz’s summer in the Hamptons is unsurprisingly ruined when Tracy moves in next door.

FRIDAY, MAY 6

9:00 FOX FRINGE Season finale! Paul meets his destiny, and a team member (un)surprisingly croaks.

SATURDAY, MAY 7

9:00 HBO LADY GAGA’S MONSTER BALL TOUR A live Madison Square Garden performance from Lady Gaga (ooh-la-la, roma, roma-ma)!

11:30 NBC SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Tina Fey hosts — and I think she should try to do a Michelle Bachman impression. But that’s just me.

SUNDAY, MAY 8

8:00 CBS AMAZING RACE Season finale! The final pair race from somewhere to someplace else in order to win something.

9:00 HBO GAME OF THRONES Sansa and Arya attend a jousting tournament — and by “jousting,” I mean “sexing.”

MONDAY, MAY 9 8:00 NBC CHUCK Chuck and Sarah tie up some loose ends before their wedding, which include rescuing his mom from murderers.

9:00 SYFY STARGATE UNIVERSE Series finale! Don’t miss this final episode, unless you’re like me and never watched a single one of them.

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ustin Miller’s St. Augustine office occupies the back bedroom of a nondescript blackand-white 1940s cottage on South Dixie Highway. The editing bay is as orderly as an operating room: Gleaming lockers full of neatly stacked cameras, a tidy mountain of portable hard drives and a large wall devoted to a meticulously arranged storyboard, composed of colorcoordinated Post-It notes.

It’s a hint that Miller’s filmmaking style — appealingly careless, seemingly freeform — is no accident. In fact, while he’s built a career filming some of the most deliberately casual professionals in the world — surfers — he’s done so through an intense sense of purpose and attention to detail. Just 29, Miller is a rising star in surf film circles, working for one of the sport’s biggest names, Ventura, Calif.’s Dane Reynolds. One of the world’s most popular surfers, and among its most progressive, Reynolds has been breaking ground in the sport as well as the kinds of films that document it. The latter is largely due to Miller, with whom he recently collaborated on the 35-minute “Thrills, Spills And What Not.” A departure from the traditional whitewater-and-wipeout surf movies, “Thrills” comes off more like a disjointed art-house project than a proper surf flick. Shot entirely on Super-8 and Super-16mm film stock instead of the 21st-century highdefinition standard, “Thrills” features grainy clips of Reynolds wiping out and bodysurfing, along with shots of him trimming his beard, of horse races in the Caribbean, of beaches crowded with South American children playing soccer, and of his famous friends — Kelly Slater, Julian Wilson and Ben Bourgeois — dicking around on boogie boards. The whole visual collage is set against muffled middle-school recordings of Dane’s girlfriend Courtney, and spliced-together snippets of Sun Ra,

Captain Beefheart and Animal Collective.

Suffice it to say, this is not the video anyone expected from the fourth-ranked surfer on the 2010 Association of Surfing Professionals World Tour. And Miller likes that. He thinks the film’s quixotic, introspective tone does a better job of capturing Dane Reynolds’ personality than a more traditionally packaged product. But he’s quick to deflect credit for the project’s unique tone. “Everything in that movie is 100

“I don’t consider myself a surf filmmaker per se,” Miller says.

“I’m way more interested in telling stories.” percent Dane,” Miller says. “I don’t think people realize how personal it was for him. My job was just to put him on screen — that was it. I wasn’t the director.”

Miller handled all the cinematography, however, and is currently tasked with managing the video components of Reynolds’ immensely popular MarineLayerProductions. com website, an intimate, offhand blog that’s not so different aesthetically from “Thrills,” and which receives more than 1 million hits per month. It’s a heady gig for a young photographer and filmmaker, especially one who not long ago was working full time at The Home Depot to pay the bills. But despite the

cachet of being Dane Reynolds’ video voice, Miller says it’s just a means to an end.

“I don’t consider myself a surf filmmaker per se,” he says. “I still get excited when I get a good wave on video, but I’m way more interested in telling stories.”

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ustin Miller was born and raised in Richmond, Va., graduating from Manchester High School in 2000. He briefly attended college in Virginia Beach before transferring to Flagler College in St. Augustine to be closer to his future wife, Angela. The pair met via AOL.com’s Instant Messenger — Dustin says he was “trolling” the site when he came across her profile. “She described herself as into God and surfing, which I thought was perfect,” he recalls. Angela lived some distance away, in Cocoa Beach. But after months of online communication, the budding couple set up a blind date (with her parents in tow) on the Virginia Beach boardwalk. Miller was completely taken with Angela, and when he returned to campus, a fellow surfer told him about the existence of Flagler. “Once I realized that was fairly close to Cocoa Beach,” he laughs, “I was sold.”

Miller entered the broadcast communication program at Flagler in 2001, and a year later, he and Angela were married.

While in school, he produced short films for local surf shop the Surf Station, profiled backyard board-shaper Richard Prause of Grasshopper Surfboards, and shot Angela’s younger brother and his friends skateboarding. Former associate professor H. James Gilmore, who recently left Flagler for the University of Michigan-Dearborn, was impressed with Miller from the start.

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“Dustin is one of those great students you don’t forget,” Despite the freewheeling, disjointed feel of his films, Miller uses an orderly storyboard to structure the narrative.

Gilmore says. “Creative, curious, insightful — the kid loved making movies and excelled at it. Some students you just get out of the way and let them go, and Dustin was one of them.”

Miller, who also studied photography and religion, graduated in 2004, the same year his daughter Salah was born (a son, Silas, followed in 2007). Video production didn’t pay the bills, so Miller got the full-time Home Depot gig to support his growing family. But Miller, an observant Christian, had faith he’d eventually catch a break. When he did, in fact, it was due at least in part to his faith. Miller had been accompanying his wife to Bible-study The film “Spills, Thrills and What classes back in Cocoa Beach, which twin Not” has some beauty shots of Dane Reynolds surfing, but its superstar surfers C.J. and Damien Hobgood inclusion of extraneous scenes also attended. After years of gentle prodding of kids playing soccer and beach from the twins, Miller finally worked up the horse races gives it a more courage to submit his work to the Hobgoods’ sophisticated, art house feel. primary sponsor, Globe Clothing and Shoes.

“C.J. won an ASP [Association of Surfing Professionals] world title in 2001, so I was always super-nervous around him,” Miller says. “But he told me to send out my reel.”

Miller did, emailing the video to the most generic “contact us” address on the Globe website, info@globe.tv. He knew the group’s video director’s name was Joe G., so he wrote, “If you could pass this along to Joe G. and let me know what he thinks, I’d like to learn and get better.”

Two months later, Joe G. emailed back.

He asked Miller to cover the 2006 Globe Sebastian Inlet Pro surf contest in Central Florida, and Miller jumped at the chance — his first paying gig — though he had to shoot using a borrowed Geo One camera.

Once there, he was introduced to other surfers through C.J. and Damien, who were so impressed with Miller’s work ethic and positive attitude, they began talking him up to anyone who’d listen. Eventually, they enlisted him to produce a few lighthearted commercials for their hometown Indialantic the prospect was to his burgeoning career. surf shop The Goods.

“I had never traveled before, and Globe wanted me to leave in two weeks,” he says.

“I love to see young filmers strictly doing “I didn’t even have a passport! I talked to it for the passion, because they’re usually Angela and she was all for it, so I told Home getting pooped on,” C.J. says. “Dustin has a Depot, ‘You can fire me if you want, but I got lot of ideas, but he’s super chill — a person this amazing opportunity and I need to go.’ with no agenda who I enjoy being around and They were cool though, and encouraged me traveling with. From Day One, I’ve always to go as well.” wanted to work with him, because I’ve always The Fiji trip was eye-opening. Miller known he was going to nail it.” hadn’t traveled much, and leaned on the Hobgood twins to help him navigate in new cultures.

“I didn’t know what to do traveling abroad few months after [but] C.J. and Damien told me, ‘No sweat, just giving Miller his first stay with us.’” (They would do the same on paying job, Globe future trips.) asked him to help at Upon returning, Miller learned that their upcoming Globe Fiji Pro stop, one of the commercials he had produced for the only 11 on that year’s prestigious ASP World Hobgoods’ surf shop had attracted the Tour. Miller was still working full-time at attention of Jimmy O’Keefe, former editor Home Depot, but he realized how important

“Dustin is one of those great students you don’t forget,” Gilmore says. “Creative, curious, insightful — the kid loved making movies.”

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of the periodical Australian Surfing Life and content manager for WorldProSurfers.com, the website of World Professional Surfers, a sort of athletes’ union. O’Keefe liked the commercials, and asked if he could post them on the WPS website.

“Jimmy was like, ‘We’ll pay you,’ and I said, ‘Cool, but to be honest, I don’t care,’” Miller remembers. “I just wanted the videos to end up somewhere.”

He made another short film celebrating St. Augustine native Gabe Kling’s 2007 World Tour qualification campaign and sent it to O’Keefe, who responded to Miller, saying, “This is exactly what we want.” Soon after, WPS decided to hire a full-time video guy, and they contacted Miller first.

For the next few years — most of 2007, ’08 and ’09 — Miller traveled to every ASP World Tour stop in Australia, the South Pacific, South America, Europe, Africa and beyond.

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Even then, Miller wasn’t a stickler for straight high-action footage, even though he was traveling with the best surfers in the world.

For him, the most enticing part of his WPS gig was the opportunity to focus more on the athletes’ untold stories.

“I got to build relationships with guys that were once posters on my wall,” he marvels.

“I cherished that, and wanted to earn their respect and tell their story correctly.”

Fortunately, Miller says, WPS gave him a lot of leeway. “To the WPS, if you shot action, great, but if you filmed the guys in their rental cars doing burnouts on the beach, or did interviews with them about their travels and their families, even better.”

Miller first met Dane Reynolds in early 2008, the Californian’s rookie year on the World Tour circuit. “I didn’t know much about Dane, but I eventually formed a minor man-crush on him,” Miller laughs. The two didn’t cross paths again until later that fall in France, when Miller noticed Reynolds’ unusual quiver of surfboards.

“Where most guys travel with nothing but 6'0" or 5'11" [tri-fin] shortboards, Dane was traveling with this weird [twin-fin] fish and surfing every day no matter the conditions. I thought that was really interesting, so I did an interview with him about the board, and he liked the way it turned out.”

As the two grew closer, they realized they shared a fascination with film stock and the “beauty and imperfections of old cameras,” as Miller puts it. But even that instant connection couldn’t prepare him for what Reynolds proposed next. “Out of the blue, he said, ‘Hey, I’d like to talk to you about doing a surf project,’” Miller remembers. “Inwardly, I was just screaming, but outwardly, I was like, ‘OK, that’d be cool.’”

Reynolds emphasized that it would be a corporate-free personal project, shot entirely on film, with no set audience in mind. “I had a really hard time believing it,” recalls

Miller. “One, Dane wants to work with me, and two, he wants to shoot on film? That was like a dream.”

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iller attributes his initial attraction to film stock to the 2001 skate video “Hallowed Ground,” which baffled him because it didn’t have the traditional “skate sound” audio tracking he expected.

After researching the artistic potential of the non-digital realm, he became obsessed with what he now considers the best medium in the world. “HD is incredibly unforgiving,” he explains. “With skin tones and blemishes, you see everything, while film is softer, offering so much more latitude. At the same time, it’s incredibly crisp … just like magic.”

Former Flagler professor Gilmore says Miller was one of the first students he remembers pushing to shoot on what many considered antiquated equipment. Having studied film production years before, Gilmore was happy to accommodate. “In fact,” he says, “because of Dustin, we started offering film production as a course at Flagler on a couple of old Bolex cameras.”

Like any obsession, shooting on film can border on the unhealthy. The learning curve is much steeper than user-friendly digital technology, securing consistent supplies is next to impossible, and both pre- and postproduction costs can be astronomical. But Miller believes that the benefits far outweigh the risks.

“Obviously, it’s not realistic to shoot film all the time,” he reasons. “But it blows my mind that there are professional cameramen and photographers who’ve never worked in a darkroom or sat in a film lab. The story will always matter, but in terms of image quality, it’s so nice to take your time and craft

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Dustin with Angela, Silas and Salah. Though Angela concedes “it’s hard” at times not having him around, she adds, “without a doubt he is supposed to be doing what he does.”

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Dustin Miller

A still from “35 Seconds,” a film Miller shot with co-director Eric Hires after the Haitian earthquake. The story is told entirely through the voices of the earthquake victims, without narration or overdubbing.

something special out of film.”

Today, Miller has also rekindled his love of photography, documenting his children Salah and Silas and shooting friends in his spare time.

“There are so many photographers out there, which made me wonder, ‘How can I do it and be different?’” he says. “So everything I shoot is on film, and I process it all in my bathroom.”

Miller does is for the Florida-based nonprofit To Write Love On Her Arms, a financial and education resource for young people struggling with depression and addiction.

Miller films short documentaries, interviews and benefit concerts for TWLOHA, which are screened at mental health conferences and used for fundraising purposes.

“Instead of doing a couple of things well, why not do one thing great? Learn to tell stories.”

But Miller never brings still cameras on commercial assignments, determined to maintain a separation between what he’s hired to do and what he does for personal pleasure.

And he’s still passionate about learning new techniques, citing cinematographers Roger Deakins (“True Grit”) and Wally Pfister (“Inception”) as current influences.

“Thrills, Spills and What Not” is clearly Miller’s most well-known film to date, but he’s careful not to let his relationship with Reynolds overshadow his own diverse body of work. He deliberately doesn’t mention Dane when asked what he does for a living, instead emphasizing commercial jobs he lands through his local production company, Flesh Profits Nothing.

And, in fact, he’s had plenty of non-surf success.

He’s become the go-to cinematographer for Baron Wells, New York-based hipster clothing company for the preppy set. And he and longtime creative partner Eric Hires earned broad praise for “35 Seconds,” a short documentary they made after traveling to Haiti with a church mission in the wake of the 2010 earthquake. Miller is also working on a personal film with Flagler Beach professional surfer Will Tant, along with a more creative project updating Bible stories for the 21st century.

But some of the most rewarding work

“Dustin plays a huge part in our organization,” says TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski, who’s been profiled in Rolling Stone and The New York Times. “A lot of what we do is hard to put into words, and he has an incredible gift for capturing and communicating feelings and emotions in a way that is artistic and unique.”

Hobgood agrees. “Dustin’s used his talents and gifts in the right way, which people are attracted to,” C.J. says. “But he’s constantly pushing his abilities and getting out of his comfort zone.”

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here’s obviously a certain cachet that comes with being Dane Reynolds’ video guy. But now that both of the Miller children are growing up, he’s a bit more hesitant to travel to the ends of the earth for top-notch surfing footage — and it’s not hurting his career one bit.

“Dustin’s rad,” Reynolds says. “He has a wonderfully unique perspective, and luckily he can capture it through the lens of a camera so it can be shared by us all. But he’s also a responsible father who apparently built an

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extra room on his house with his bare hands.”

Miller’s wife Angela admits that the travel schedule of an in-demand filmmaker can be tough on their family. Though the Millers were able to visit Europe together when Salah was young, now that she’s in school and both kids require their own plane ticket, family travel is no longer in the cards. But Angela still says she supports her husband “110 percent.”

“Dustin definitely has a God-given gift when it comes to cameras,” she says. “He works extremely hard at what he does, and I’m thankful that he has a job that he enjoys that also pays the bills. But I’m not going to lie — it’s hard not having him around at times. Yet I know without a doubt that he is supposed to be doing what he does.”

Travel may become less essential in the coming years. Miller notes that more mainstream commercial clients — Bealls, McDonalds, Men’s Health, even the

“Dustin’s rad,” says surfer Dane Reynolds. “He has a wonderfully unique perspective, and luckily he can © 2011capture FolioWeekly it through the lens of a camera.”

Jacksonville Jaguars — are hiring him based on his unique storytelling “look.”

“People sometimes submit their work to me for advice, and I tell them, ‘This is good, but you’re all over the board,’” he says.

“Instead of doing a couple of things well, why not do one thing great? Learn to tell stories.

Learn about lenses and proper exposure.

Move more toward making your work a craft.

You can’t give away all your tricks, but I’ve always been encouraged by other people, so I feel like I have to help when I can — even if it’s by telling people what not to do.”

Fishing for the right words, he finally adds, “It’s like Francis Ford Coppola said: ‘If you don’t take a risk, then how are you going to make something really beautiful that’s never been seen before?’ The world needs more people who are excited about what they do.”

Nick McGregor themail@folioweekly.com

Straight to Video

Go to folioweekly.com to check out two short films by Dustin Miller: “35 Seconds,” shot in the aftermath of the Haitian earthquake, and “Collecting Scores and Umbrella Drinks,” a film with surfer Dane Reynolds shot in Puerto Rico.

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Reasons to leave the house this week MINOR GENIUS JAX SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA

Move over, Daddy-O and let Spike play that etude!

Scott Gregg conducts Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra musicians and advanced performers of JSO’s Youth Orchestra at the JSYO MajorMinor Concert on Friday, May 6 at 8 p.m. at the Times-Union Center’s Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $11; $6 for children. Beginning and intermediate JSYO musicians perform at 6:45 p.m. 354-5547.

GUITAR LEGEND JEFF BECK

Over the last four decades, guitar virtuoso Jeff Beck has been inspiring a loyal following of fans, critics and fellow stringsmen with his ability to coax unearthly sounds from an electric guitar with bands like The Yardbirds, Beck, Bogert and Appice and his own legendary solo work. This dark-horse guitar great performs on Wednesday, May 4 at 8 p.m. at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $48.50 and $58.50. 355-2787.

WAVE OF INSPIRATION MELALI BAND

After filmmaker Taylor Steele chronicled pro surfer Rob Machado’s Indonesian journey of selfdiscovery in the 2009 feature “The Drifter,” Australian-born Machado assembled a band to score his trippy film with an original soundtrack ranging from soulful ballads to free improvisations. Melali Band featuring Rob Machado performs a live soundtrack to a screening of “The Drifter,” with local openers Saltwater Grass, on Friday, May 6 at 8 p.m. at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $15. 246-2473.

STAGE SHREK THE MUSICAL

America’s favorite grumpy, flatulent ogre (no, not Governor Scott!) breaks out in song when “Shrek the Musical” is staged at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10 at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $43-$63. This fairytale, with fan favorites Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey and Puss N’ Boots, also runs at 7:30 p.m. on May 11 and 12, 8 p.m. on May 13, 2 and 8 p.m. on May 14 and 1:30 and 7 p.m. on May 15. 632-3373.

CREATURE FEATURE REPTICON

Fans of snakes, lizards and other exotic, uh, cuddly creatures can hit The Repticon Reptile & Exotic Animal Show from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 8 at the Fairgrounds, 501 Fairgrounds Place, downtown. Reptiles and other fun pets, along with supplies, and kids’ activities are featured. Admission is $10; $5 for ages 5-12. 353-0535. repticon.com

FESTIVAL FACE-OFF

Music fans have two chances to indulge their funk and heavy rock fetishes. The Funk Fest, featuring Earth, Wind & Fire, El Debarge, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, MC Hammer, Musiq Soulchild, Faith Evans, Joy Dennis, Chubb Rock, Jagged Edge and GUY, is held at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 6 and at 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 at Metropolitan Park, 1410 Gator Bowl Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $43-$200. funkfest2011.com Welcome to Rockville offers a day of heavy rock with Godsmack, Stone Sour, Seether, Theory of a Deadman, Puddle of Mudd, Skillet, Cold, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, My Darkest Days, Cavo, Rev Theory, Art of Dying, Revis and Fit for Rivals at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 8 at Metropolitan Park. Tickets range from $39.50-$99. 630-0837. welcometorockvillefestival.com may 3-9, 2011 | folio weekly | 21

“Hey, hey, my, my, these ‘Scream’ films can never die.” Courteney Cox realizes there’s more to the picture than meets the eye in the slasher sequel “Scream 4.”

The Gore Campaign

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fter three films full of violent, near-death experiences and a body count stacked just as deep, the smart money would bet that “Scream” heroine Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) would avoid a homecoming trip to the town of Woodsboro like a night of skinny dipping on Friday the 13th at Camp Crystal Lake. Starting with the inventively fun original “Scream” in 1996 and up to the lackluster “Ghostface goes Hollywood” of 2000’s “Scream 3,” the one constant of director Wes Craven’s witty and bloody series has been that poor Sidney can run and hide, but killer Ghostface (now in the form of a copycat slasher) lurks at every turn. So the initial flaw in this enjoyable yet predictable gore-a-thon is that the same woman who has somehow staggered into adulthood after a series of stranglings, stabbings and general ass-whippings is voluntarily returning to the place where all of this carnage began.

“Scream 4” marks the reunion of Craven and original “Scream”-writer Kevin Williamson, a pair who seemingly pride themselves on the informed wit of this popular franchise’s injokes, horror film trivia and inevitable onscreen eviscerations. “Scream 3” benefited from the idea of mocking itself with the making of the movie-within-a-movie of “Stab,” but couldn’t sustain the joke for a whole film. This latest installment avoids that mistake by returning to the basics, but still misses the vein.

Like all slasher films, the “Scream” productions operate by a strict genre code: Cops never show up on time, hospitals and parking garages are always deserted, the killer is rarely who we think it may be (i.e., “The Scooby Doo Paradox”) and the hot girl gets it first.

The twists that have made the “Scream” series a $500 million entertainment juggernaut have been that even these sometimes precocious characters, aware of the same ground rules, even go so far as to make winking jokes (“I’m unlocking the front door!”) or dropping 21st century cultural jargon

like “meta horror” prior to a cringe-worthy disemboweling.

If these same fi lmmakers expect the audience to play along with this self-referential style of horror, where the characters even predict their own demises, we as filmgoers deserve to be consistently entertained by that same code. “Scream” lacks the guts to not cheat at its own playbook, but the film’s still 90 minutes of bloody fun.

The now thirtysomething Sidney has returned home on the 15th anniversary of the first killings, back for decidedly “Oprah”like reasons: She has written a memoir, “Out of Darkness,” and is in town to hawk the book. At the signing, Sidney’s Q&A is cut short by the entrance of Sheriff Dewey Riley (David Arquette), followed by his now-wife, journalist Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox).

Dewey informs Sidney that some murders were committed the previous night and the prime suspect’s cell phone has been traced back to the bookstore. After Sid is (naturally) somehow implicated, she is forced to stay at the home of her Aunt Kate (Mary McDonnell) and teenaged niece Jill (Emma Roberts), who isn’t exactly thrilled that her “corpse magnet” of an aunt is back in their lives. Throw in an estranged and punchy boyfriend, an entire high school club of slasher film know-it-alls, a keg party-slash“Stab” movie marathon out in the country, and pretty soon every suspect is slashed to bits.

Campbell, Arquette and Cox are welcome returns, the simple act of surviving the previous three films making them seem like old pals. Adam Brody and Anthony Anderson have brief but fun roles as rookie cops, particularly in one scene that takes the “killer trivia” to its most hilarious end. Oddly enough, this film’s eye-rolling, teasing and characters’ ongoing wisecracks create an overlap that wouldn’t seem out of place in one of the Wayans Brothers’ better efforts. And this is a fatal flaw of “Scream 4.” By the end, it’s hard to really give a shit about characters who seem smug and indifferent to their own demise.

While “Scream 4” is a fun ride, it’s destroyed by its own coy delivery, and any fiendish plans to reanimate this monster — “Scream 5 IMAX 3-D” — gives me nightmares.

Dan Brown dbrown@folioweekly.com

Skid Marks

The low octane originality of car-action flick “Fast Five” slams the brakes on all the fun Fast Five

*G@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

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here have all the cowboys gone? I’ve gotten behind most of “The Fast and the Furious” movies because — with the exception of the appalling “Tokyo Drift” — they’ve been packed with thrilling action and peopled with protagonists who walk that bad-boy line cagily enough to make rooting for them a guilty pleasure. But something is off in “Fast Five” (aka “Fast & Furious 5: Rio Heist” aka “5ast and 5urious,” and someone please make it stop). The mix is wrong. It’s all tilted too far into the realm of the actively antisocial. There’s something deeply unpleasant about this latest flick that kept me from enjoying all the stuff blowing up.

Maybe it’s me. Maybe I’m getting too old for this sh*t. Maybe I’m tired of seeing People Who Do Bad championed as heroes merely because the Bad they do isn’t That Bad. Or maybe the only place left for the “Furious” franchise to go was to this inevitable dead end. I started getting rubbed the wrong way at the film’s opening gambit. Former cop, FBI agent and current criminal Brian O’Conner (Paul Walker) and his main squeeze, Mia (Jordana Brewster), bust her brother and Brian’s pal Dominic “Dom” Toretto (Vin Diesel) off a prison bus, after he’s been sent up for 25 years to life with no possibility of parole. If I’m remembering my “Fast & Furious” correctly, it’s not like he doesn’t deserve it. But he is Vin Diesel, after all, and any man named after a varietal of automobile fuel has gotta be awesome.

Even more awesome is how Chris Morgan’s script delights in letting us know that, despite the violent prison-bus crash director Justin Lin stages for our viewing pleasure, there were no fatalities! Hooray for street justice!

I’m thinking the “too sexy for my responsibility to my fellow humans” thing is probably intentional. Cuz what happens next really bothers me. See, Brian and Mia end up down in Rio, apparently where the hipper criminals chillax these days, to hook up with Dom and some other pals from the old neighborhood. This rascally, violent bunch

decides to heist some expensive sports cars from a moving train. Granted, racing alongside a moving train and busting in with blowtorches is all very exciting, but at the moment when Dom’s about to take off (with the most special car in the batch, natch), the crew has a run-in with some dirty coppers intent on stopping the theft. When the caper goes wrong (do they ever go as planned?), the gang barely escapes, but they’re now cop-killers.

This becomes A Thing for the rest of the film. Soon enough, super badass cop Lucas “Luke” Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson, pumped up to a terrifying degree) arrives on the scene to bring in the baddies, all now at the top of the most-wanted list after their bus escapade and apparent homicide. Yet local cop Elena (Elsa Pataky), Hobbs’ translator, is convinced that Dom cannot possibly be So Bad that he would shoot cops. This detour in the action becomes a weak stab at injecting some silly morality story into the plot, slamming on the brakes and stalling the ride on the expected 90 minutes of car crashes and smackdowns.

That sourness lingers. Your ass is already in the seat, so who cares if they skip over most of the actual street racing — the thing that made the other movies so ridiculously exciting? Who cares if, in its place, we get a shoddy knockoff of an “Ocean’s 11” heist with snappy dialogue like: “We need a bisexual Martian who can pick locks and do improv” to which someone replies, “I know a guy.” Who cares if even the Robin Hood aspect fails? The gang’s stealing a drug dealer’s millions but their felonious philanthropy gets lost in a level of civic destruction that would make Michael Bay blush. Imagine Robin Hood nuking Nottingham Castle after tweaking the Sheriff, and you’ve got the overall impact of “Fast Five.”

It’s hard to pinpoint the worst thing about a movie that revels in its own soullessness. After all, the big moment of triumph comes when Dom doesn’t kill a man just to watch him die.

We’ve spent the whole movie supposedly in his thrall because he’s absolutely not the kind of man who would do such a thing. What’s heroic about any explanation for such a lame, storytelling gambit?

Mary Ann Johanson themail@folioweekly.com

Flex Wrecks: Paul Walker and Vin Diesel practice the latest trend of Auto Yoga in the silly action film “Fast Five.”

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FILM RATINGS **** ***@ **@@ *@@@

DEAD MOON DEAD PREZ DEAD ZONE DEADHEAD

NOW SHOWING AFRICAN CATS **@@ Rated G • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Samuel L. Jackson narrates this documentary exploring the lives of a pride of lions filmed during a two-year period in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, Africa.

ARTHUR **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This remake of the 1980 Dudley Moore comedy stars Russell Brand in the title role of the alcoholic billionaire prat. Also stars Greta Gerwig, Helen Mirren (!) and Nick Nolte (!!)

ATLAS SHRUGGED: PART 1 **@@ Rated PG-13 • Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine This first installment of the cinematic adaptation of Ayn Rand’s novel about a dystopian society stars Taylor Schilling, Paul Johansson and Michael O’Keefe (aka “Danny Noonan” from that Objectivist comedy classic, “Caddyshack”!)

THE CONSPIRATOR ***G Rated PG-13 • AMC Regency Square, AMC Orange Park, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues It’s no secret that Robert Redford’s take on the assassination of President Lincoln benefits from a strong story and an able ensemble cast including James McAvoy, Robin Wright, Kevin Kline and Tom Wilkinson.

This putrid mix of animation and bad acting makes for one rotten egg of an Easter bunny picture.

INSIDIOUS **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne star in this supernatural thriller that gives big chills up to the halfway point, when “Saw” filmmakers James Wan and Leigh Wannell submit to fear and fall back on tried-and-true (and tired) formulaic scares.

LIMITLESS **G@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Pot Belly’s, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

After struggling author Eddie (Bradley Cooper) takes the experimental drug NZT, he discovers his brain is operating at its highest potential. Unfortunately, nefarious forces want Eddie’s stash of “happy pills” and will stop at nothing — not even murder.

live at New York City’s Shubert Theatre.

PROM **@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This teen comedy follows the stories of a group of kids (including costars Aimee Teegarden, Siu Yin Chang and Thomas McDowell) as they navigate their biggest night of the year, Prom Night.

RIO **@@ Rated G • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This birdbrained animated flick coasts along on the star power of its cast (featuring the voices of Jesse Eisenberg and Anne Hathaway), but its unoriginal story keeps it caged in clichéd family fare.

THE LINCOLN LAWYER ***@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, Regal Avenues Matthew McConaughey revives his career and the courtroom drama as a lawyer who plays a lethal game of cat-and-mouse with a wealthy dangerous client, played by Ryan Phillippe.

SCREAM 4 **G@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Reviewed in this issue.

MADEA’S BIG HAPPY FAMILY **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Loretta Devine, Shad “Bow Wow” Moss and Cassi Davis star in this latest ensemble-driven family comedy/drama from Tyler Perry.

SOUL SURFER **@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

True-life story of surfer girl Bethany Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb) and her fight for survival after a vicious shark attack off the coast of the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

MEMPHIS BROADWAY MUSICAL **@@ Not Rated • May 3 at AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Regal Avenues; check theaters for showtimes This Tony Award-winning Broadway musical was filmed

SOURCE CODE **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues Jake Gyllenhaal and Michelle Monaghan star in an

DUM MAARO DUM **@@ Rated R • AMC Regency Square This Bollywood import thriller starring Prateik Babbar and Bipasha Basu and tells the story of drug cartels in Goa, India.

DYLAN DOG: DEAD OF NIGHT **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues Based on the popular graphic novel, Brandon Routh stars as a supernatural private eye who investigates monsters in Louisiana.

FAST FIVE *G@@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Reviewed in this issue.

HANNA **** Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Director Joe Wright’s latest effort is a captivating and innovative thriller about a young girl (an impressive Saoirse Ronan) trained to be a lethal assassin by her special agent father (Eric Bana).

HOODWINKED TOO! HOOD VS. EVIL **@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Hayden Panettiere, Amy Poehler, Bill Hader and Glenn Close lend their voices to the latest installment of this humorous, animated 21st Century update on Little Red Riding Hood.

HOP *@@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

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“Look, babe. I’m changing my whole look from ‘Lead singer of Creed’ to ‘Lady GaGa-on-angel-dust.’” Aimee Teegarden is stunned by Thomas McDonell’s “really big news” in the teen comedy “Prom.”

AREA THEATERS AMELIA ISLAND Carmike Amelia Island 7, 1132 S. 14th St., 261-9867 ARLINGTON & REGENCY AMC Regency 24, 9451 Regency Square Blvd., 264-3888 BAYMEADOWS & MANDARIN Regal Avenues 20, 9525 Philips Highway, 538-3889 BEACHES Regal Beach Blvd. 18, 14051 Beach Blvd., 992-4398 FIVE POINTS 5 Points Theatre, 1028 Park St., 359-0047 NORTHSIDE Hollywood River City 14, River City Marketplace, 12884 City Center Blvd., 757-9880

ORANGE PARK AMC Orange Park 24, 1910 Wells Road, (888) AMC-4FUN Carmike Fleming Island 12, 1820 Town Center Blvd., 621-0221 SAN MARCO San Marco Theatre, 1996 San Marco Blvd., 396-4845 SOUTHSIDE Cinemark Tinseltown, 4535 Southside Blvd., 998-2122 ST. AUGUSTINE Epic Theatres, 112 Theatre Drive, 797-5757 IMAX Theater, World Golf Village, 940-IMAX Pot Belly’s, 36 Granada St., 829-3101

“I wanna be known as ‘Shruck the Gassy Troll.’” Red (voiced by Hayden Panettiere) gently explains copyright infringement to Moss (voiced by David Alan Grier) in the animated family flick “Hoodwinked Too! Hood VS. Evil.”

overwrought sci-fi flick about time travel and amnesia, programmed to be forgotten immediately after viewing.

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This adaptation of Sara Gruen’s novel stars Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon as a couple who find romance and danger in a traveling circus.

WIN WIN **G@ Rated R • San Marco Theatre Paul Giamatti stars in director Thomas McCarthy’s droll comedy about a high school wrestling coach dealing with his star athlete’s highly dysfunctional yet lovable family.

OTHER FILMS

NEW ON DVD & BLU-RAY EL TOPO Alejandro Jodorowsky’s 1970 psychedelic masterpiece adds some magic mushrooms to the spaghetti Western genre in a film that blends mystical Christianity, Eastern philosophy and flat-out weirdness in the saga of a gunfighter’s quest across a strange land. The deluxe version features commentaries and original trailers.

HUMAN PLANET Narrated by John Hurt, this acclaimed eight-part BBC series is a beautifully filmed celebration of the human species’ universal, profound (and at times contentious) coexistence with nature, carried along with a soundtrack by award-winning composer Nitin Sawhney.

SNIPER: RELOADED “Rambo” 2.0, yo! Tom Berenger and Billy Zane rock it old school ’80s mercenary-style as two snipers who must free a European farmer (we couldn’t make this up) from hostile territory in this guilty pleasure of an action flick.

ANASTASIA MOVIE CLUB The club’s inaugural screening is 1977’s “Killer of Sheep,” held at 5:30 p.m. on May 3 at Anastasia Island Branch Library, 124 Seagrove Main St., St. Augustine Beach.

Admission is free. 209-3730.

MOVIES IN THE PARK Downtown Vision Inc. concludes its free series with “The Wizard of Oz” screened at dusk (about 8 p.m.) on May 6 at historic Treaty Oak at DuPont Park, 1123 Prudential Drive, Southbank. Bring picnics, chairs and blankets. Free parking in Suddath garage. 451-3344.

POT BELLY’S CINEMA “Blue Valentine,” “Just Go With It,” “Of Gods and Men,” “Limitless” and “Company Men” are shown at Pot Belly’s, 36 Granada St., St. Augustine. 829-3101.

5 POINTS THEATRE “Atlas Shrugged” screens at 5 and 7 p.m. on May 3, 4 and 5 at 5 Points Theatre, 1028 Park St., Jacksonville. “Source Code” runs at 9 p.m. on May 3, 4 and 5. “Potiche” starts on May 6; call theater for dates and times. 359-0047.

LAUREL & HARDY FILMS A 1937 Popeye cartoon, “Protek the Weakest,” followed by L&H silent shorts “The Lucky Dog” (1917) and “Bacon Grabbers” (1929) and the sound short “Laughing Gravy” (1931) are screened at 7 p.m. on May 9 at Pablo Creek branch library, 13295 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Admission is free. 246-0312.

WGHOF IMAX THEATER “Thor 3D” starts on May 6. “Fast Five” is screened along with “Born To Be Wild 3D,” “The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D” (featuring Kelly Slater), “Hubble 3D” and “Under The Sea 3D,” at World Golf Hall of Fame Village, 1 World Golf Place, Exit 323 off I-95, St. Augustine. 940-IMAX. worldgolfimax.com

GONE WITH THE WIND Apparently “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a fiddler’s fart!” didn’t have the same ring. Filmed with the thenstaggering budget of $3.7 million, this deluxe version offers the ultimate restoration (so far) of director Victor Fleming’s 1939 masterful adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s bestselling novel chronicling Southern life during the Civil War. It set the bar for epic American filmmaking, featuring definitive performances by Vivian Leigh, Clark Gable, Olivia de Havilland and the inimitable Hattie McDaniel, who won an Oscar for her role as the invincible Mammy.

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Water seeks its own level: North Carolina indie rockers The Love Language get a little wet behind the ears.

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movement has reached critical mass. But when North Carolina’s Stuart McLamb started The Love Language in 2007, he had little hope for fame; he was simply trying to recover from getting kicked out of his band, getting dumped by his girlfriend, moving back in with his parents and going on a hellacious bender. As the songs accumulated in his mixed-up head, McLamb started recording rough demos in a storage unit with nothing but malt liquor 40-ouncers to keep him company. The resulting self-titled debut wowed critics and music lovers with its ramshackle beauty, Phil Spectoresque cacophony of soulful garage-pop and its tortured yet frenetic intensity. A full band was quickly assembled and legendary indie label Merge Records snapped the band up in 2009, issuing its divine sophomore album, “Libraries.”

Now Northeast Florida gets a chance to develop a first-time crush on The Love Language at its upcoming gig at Café Eleven in St. Augustine Beach (now restored to its original ownership). Folio Weekly chatted with McLamb about lo-fi necessities and what to expect from the not-quite-big-time band’s rowdy live show.

Folio Weekly: The Love Language started as a solo project and has grown into a full band with two albums and multiple nationwide tours. Was this what you expected when you started out?

Stuart McLamb: No, it definitely exceeded my expectations. But at the same time, I was very proud of the first record and certainly had hopes that it could go really far. So I wasn’t completely surprised, if that makes sense.

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F.W.: You recorded that self-titled album by yourself, about as lo-fi as it gets — one condenser mic, one 8-track, one storage unit.

Was that out of necessity?

S.M.: We got lumped in with the lo-fi movement — some bands predetermine that they want to make a lo-fi record, and some bands are like, “Let’s record these songs, but we don’t have a full studio at our disposal, just shitty equipment.” I think I fell into the latter category.

F.W.: “Lalita” was the standout single on the first album, as “Heart To Tell” was in 2010. Both seem like they were written for a specific lady.

Do you work with a particular subject in mind?

S.M.: I don’t consciously write about girls, but I’ve definitely learned that’s what gets my creative clock ticking. So yeah, they help with lyrical inspiration — and the motivation to record. I wish I could write about anything, but that’s what makes my heart beat.

F.W.: You’ve had no problem writing about the other obstacles you’ve faced. Does that tortured state serve you best?

S.M.: No, I’m always in a happy place when I do most of my writing. But I guess I am reflecting on past events that were emotional or negative.

F.W.: How does that vibe translate to the live show?

S.M.: We’re definitely a lot rowdier live than on the records. It’s more like a celebration, a big communal effort with the band where there’s a lot more crash cymbals, cranked-up amps, and guitar solos and shit.

F.W.: Your first album earned you a deal with Merge Records, which is rooted in the same North Carolina scene where you’re based. How’s that relationship?

S.M.: They’re fantastic. They started from real DIY grassroots working out of apartments in Chapel Hill and Carrboro, and they’ve naturally grown into a very respected label.

They just won a Grammy [Arcade Fire, Best Album] and all, but we go stop by the office in downtown Durham and have lunch with [founders] Mac [McCaughan] and Laura [Balance]. I really can’t say enough good things about ’em.

F.W.: Merge has obviously helped you land bigger gigs — you just opened for Arcade Fire and played Coachella. Is bigger and better stardom the goal?

S.M.: We’re not going to downplay becoming more successful; the goal is always to connect with as many people as we can. But we don’t do those big shows very often. It’s great to have a much more intimate experience in a club. And at Coachella, we kicked things off playing on Saturday at noon. We’re kinda big time, but we’re not that big yet. [Laughs.]

Nick McGregor themail@folioweekly.com

Dairy Queens (and a King!): Nashville rockers Heavy Cream curdle a few ear drums with two upcoming Northeast Florida shows.

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Nashville rockers Heavy Cream whip up old school melodic punk and a new-thought mentality HEAVY CREAM with THE COUGS and CHICKEN & WHISKEY Wednesday, May 11 at 8 p.m.

Café Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach Advance tickets are $5; $7 at the door 460-9311

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emale rock bands may be all the rage these days, but Nashville quartet Heavy Cream are quick to turn a few assumptions on their heads. First, they’re three women and a man — and bass player Daniel Severs plays just as big a role as Jessica McFarland (vocals), Mimi Galbierz (guitar) and Tiffany Minton (drums).

Second, they’re more a fun-loving Joan Jett/The Ramones hybrid than angrier acts like Bikini Kill or Sleater-Kinney. And third, their hard work and insanely catchy two-minute powerpunk jams have led to a blitz of recent success.

Infinity Cat Records released Heavy Cream’s debut LP, “Danny,” to widespread acclaim last fall, the band has split 7-inches with Those Darlins and RTX slated for the spring, they’ve toured with the likes of Ty Segall and Monotonix, and there’s an upcoming opening date for legendary Black Flag founder Greg Ginn in May. Folio Weekly chatted with Minton about the band’s first foray into Florida and why gender politics will never play a part in Heavy Cream.

Folio Weekly: Is this Heavy Cream’s first trip to Florida?

Tiffany Minton: I started playing with the band in December, and I think they’ve played a couple of shows in Florida. But never as many as this tour — we’ve got Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Gainesville, Orlando and Tampa.

We’re really trying to make a presence in Florida in a way that we haven’t before, and we’re really excited about all of the shows.

F.W.: Give us the short story on how the band formed, and how you ended up joining last year.

T.M.: Heavy Cream’s been around for about two years. Jessica had been in a prior band called Meemaw, and they were no longer functioning, so she and Daniel got together at a barbecue and said, “Let’s start another band.”

They called Melissa, the former drummer, and Mimi, and started rehearsing and playing a

lot of shows. As for me, I’ve known Daniel for years, and when he called me up I was doing social work, so he said, “You should really be in my band.” [Laughs.] I played my first show with them in St. Louis opening for Monotonix and had so much fun I thought, “I’m going to quit my job and play rock ‘n’ roll for a while.”

F.W.: You’re based in Nashville, which is enjoying a bit of an indie resurgence these days.

T.M.: Yeah, the scene is really strong and we’re all excited to be a part of it. What’s happening is special for Nashville, because there’s a vibrant group of young adults coming up against a culture of big industry, like Christian or country music. Infinity Cat Records has done a good job supporting the independent culture, trying to help bands put out records so we can tour.

F.W.: Yet you can’t deny the city’s roots. Do you get a lot of mingling of genres, say countrypunkers coming to see your show?

T.M.: Totally, yeah. That’s what really unique about Nashville; we call it a punk rock scene, but really it’s a lot of different bands influenced by a lot of different things.

F.W.: Nonstop touring is a big part of Heavy Cream’s existence. How important is the band’s live component?

T.M.: I think all of us are really focused on putting on a good show. Selling records is one thing, but as a drummer, I’ve always had a primary focus on engaging an audience. I’m stoked to be playing with people who have the same consideration for bringing really good energy to our live show.

F.W.: Is the gender makeup of the band important, or did the three-girls-and-one-guy thing just happen?

T.M.: We’re not a female band, and we don’t like bands that are blatantly political about gender, mostly because that’s not the type of music we want to write. And Danny is an equal part of Heavy Cream, so we never want to cast ourselves as a female rock band that happens to have a dude on bass. A lot of people go ahead and do that for us, which I slightly resent, because it reframes us with an element of inequality, and I think that’s bullshit. We all consider ourselves feminists, but the media is constantly trying to go off the fact that we’re three women and one guy as some significant element of what we do. And it’s really not.

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CONCERTS THIS WEEK

ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN This Queen tribute act is on at 8 p.m. on May 3 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $48.50 and $58.50. 355-2787.

CANDY LEE Arkansas-based singer-songwriter Lee performs at 7 p.m. on May 4 at Three Layers Cafe, 1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville.

355-9791.

TOOTS LORRAINE & THE TRAFFIC The swing jazz band plays at 6:30 p.m. on May 4 at Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant, 691 N. First St., Jax Beach. 270-0025.

JAX ENGLISH TRIO SALSA This salsa combo performs at 7 p.m. on May 4 at the AT&T Tower Lobby, 301 W. Bay St., Jacksonville. The band also performs at 8 p.m. on May 5 at CafĂŠ 331, 331 W. Forsyth St., downtown. 354-1999.

BAD DREAM, SHOPPERS, CHICKEN & WHISKEY, HONEY CHAMBER, OPIATE EYES, JEREMIAH, AFTER THE BOMB, BABY! The Burro Bar celebrates its grand opening with a night of primo indie rock at 7 p.m. on May 4 at 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. 677-2977.

FRITO The local rockers perform at 8 p.m. on May 4 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

A.S.G., SYNCODESTROYA, THE 2416 This night of indie stoner rock starts at 8 p.m. on May 4 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $10.

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HANK & THE CUPCAKES These sweet rockers perform at 8 p.m. on May 4 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $8. 398-7496.

JEFF BECK The guitar legend performs at 8 p.m. on May 4 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $30 and $35. 355-2787.

PAPERCUTT The Alive After Five series presents this amusing ’80s hair-rock tribute band at 6 p.m. on May 5 at The Markets at St. Johns Town Center, 4850 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville. 998-7156.

FIREWORKS, THE WONDER YEARS Detroit indie-poppers Fireworks play at 6 p.m. on May 5 at

Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

MY LIFE WITH THE THRILL KILL KULT, 16 VOLT The industrial music kicks off at 8 p.m. on May 5 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $12. 398-7496.

CHANGES IN LATITUDE (JIMMY BUFFETT TRIBUTE) This night of Key West and parrot-driven jams starts at 8 p.m. on May 5 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $10. 246-2473.

BLISTUR These local rockers perform at 8 p.m. on May 5, 6 and 7 at Cliff’s Bar & Grill, 3033 Monument Road, Ste. 2, Jacksonville.

645-5162.

MICHAEL SMITH This singer-songwriter performs at 8:30 p.m. on May 5 at European Street CafĂŠ, 1704 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville.

Advance tickets are $10. 399-1740.

BIG VIC & THE SCREAMING DEACONS Sounds on Centre presents these local rockers perform at 6 p.m. on May 6 on Centre Street between Second and Front, Fernandina Beach. 321-1605.

FUNK FEST with EARTH, WIND & FIRE, EL DEBARGE, MAZE featuring FRANKIE BEVERLY, MC HAMMER, MUSIQ SOULCHILD, FAITH EVANS, JOY DENNIS, CHUBB ROCK, JAGGED EDGE and GUY Two days of funk and soul music kicks off at 6 p.m. on May 6 and at 5 p.m. on May 7 at Metropolitan Park, 1410 Gator Bowl Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $43-$200. For a schedule and to score tickets, check out funkfest2011.com PACIFICO RUG, THE JOY ISLAND, ROCKY LOVE EMILY, THE AFTER PARTY, FRESHMEN 15 The indie sounds begin at 8 p.m. on May 6 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $8.

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MELALI BAND with ROB MACHADO, SALTWATER GRASS Surfing legend Machado’s jam band performs a live soundtrack to the film “The Drifter� at 8 p.m. on May 6 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $15. 246-2473.

JACK N’ JOHN (JACK JOHNSON/JOHN MAYER TRIBUTE) This evening of Johnson/Mayer worship begins at 9 p.m. on May 6 at Mardi Gras Sports Bar, 123 San Marco Ave., St, Augustine. Admission is $5. 823-8806.

UNSTOPPABLE DEATH MACHINES, TERROR PIGEON DANCE REVOLT, DICK DASTARDLY, VIRGINAL FLOWERS

Queens, N.Y. noise duo Unstoppable Death Machines play at 9 p.m. on May 6 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville.

677-2977.

TRAMPLED UNDER FOOT, ROCCO BLU The blues combos play at 9:30 p.m. on May 6 at Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach. Tickets are $10. 247-6636.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Candy Lee performs at 10:30 a.m., Valerie June at 11:30 a.m., Lauren Fincham at 12:30 p.m. and Alissa Leonard at 2:45 p.m. on May 7 at Riverside Arts Market, under the Fuller Warren Bridge at Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville. 554-6865.

BRANCH & DEAN, THE DEMETREE BAND Macclenny-based country duo Branch & Dean performs at 6 p.m. on May 7 at Mavericks Rock N’ Honky Tonk Concert Hall, 2 Independent Drive, Jacksonville. Tickets are $10 and $15.

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WILL PEARSALL Swampy bluesman Pearsall performs at 7 p.m. on May 7 at Three Layers Cafe, 1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville. 355-9791.

DEL THE FUNKY HOMOSAPIEN, BUKUE 1, PROJECT LOTUS, D.A.R.Y.L., $BIG BUCKS$ CREW Bay Area rapper Del the Funky Homosapien performs at 8 p.m. on May 7 at Lomax Lodge, 822 Lomax St., Jacksonville. Cash donation for ages 21-plus; $5 for ages 18-21. 634-8831.

NONPOINT, MANNA ZEN, NONE LIKE US, HEART SET SELF DESTRUCT, CRIMSON CITY ROMANCE, SURRENDER THE FALL, ALLELE This night of heavy rock kicks off at 7 p.m. on May 7 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

ST. AUGUSTINE TEEN MUSIC JAM Local teen musicians jam from 7-10 p.m. on May 7 at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2487 A1A S., St. Augustine. The $5 admission includes pizza, snacks and drinks. 471-2047.

DIXIE BEE LINERS The original music kicks off at 8 p.m. on May 7 at European Street CafĂŠ, 5500 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $10. 399-1740.

DESTIN FOR FLORIDA, BACHACO This night of original and eclectic music starts at 8 p.m. on May 7 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $8. 398-7496 GOLIATH FLORES This multi-instrumentalist performs at 1 p.m. on May 8 at Three Layers Cafe, 1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville. 355-9791.

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GREENHOUSE LOUNGE, UP UNTIL NOW, VLAD THE INHALER, LUCKY COSTELLO Greenhouse Lounge celebrates the release of its new CD at 8 p.m. on May 7 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach.

Tickets are $10. 246-2473.

WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE with GODSMACK, STONE SOUR, SEETHER, THEORY OF A DEADMAN, PUDDLE OF MUDD, SKILLET, COLD, RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS, MY DARKEST DAYS, CAVO, REV THEORY, ART OF DYING, REVIS, FIT FOR RIVALS The heavy and modern rock kick off at 11 a.m. on May 8 at Metropolitan Park. Tickets range from $39.50-$99. 630-0837. welcometorockvillefestival.com SCARVER, INSANE FROM PAIN, DON’T EVER SAY NEVER, IN TO DEEP, THE SILENT ASYLUM, CARNIVOROUS CARNIVAL, BRING YOUR ALL, BEFORE I WAKE, I DRIVE A STATION WAGON This evening of local heavyweights kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on May 8 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

CAPSULE, WARM HANDS, DICKKICKER, NO HUMANITY This thrash cuddlefest kicks off at 8 p.m. on May 8 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. Admission is $5.

CATALEPSY, DECEPTION OF A GHOST, AMONGST THE FORBIDDEN, IN BETRAYAL, FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH Orlando thrash heads Catalepsy hold a CD release party at 6 p.m. on May 10 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

MARY MARY This soulful gospel duo performs at 8 p.m. on May 10 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $32 and $42. 355-2787.

UPCOMING CONCERTS

HEAVY CREAM, THE COUGS, CHICKEN & WHISKEY May 11, CafÊ Eleven PLAIN WHITE T’S May 12, Freebird Live DAWES May 12, CafÊ Eleven KENNY CHESNEY May 12, Veterans Memorial Arena ERIC LINDELL May 12, Mojo Kitchen MAC MILLER May 13, Freebird Live JEFFERSON STARSHIP May 13, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall KRIS KRISTOFFERSON, JOHN PRINE May 14, Florida Theatre

CROW’S FOOT, TALK SICK EARTH May 17, Shantytown Pub COCO MONTOYA May 18, Mojo Kitchen NEON TREES, LIMOUSINES May 18, Freebird Live THE LOVE LANGUAGE May 19, CafÊ Eleven ULTIMATE DOO-WOP SHOW with THE DRIFTERS, THE FLAMINGOS, JAY SIEGEL & THE TOKENS, JAY TRAYNOR, THE MYSTICS, BARABRA LEWIS, ROCKIN’ ROBIN’S RHYTHM KINGS May 20, T-U Center THE DEFTONES, DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN May 20, Plush DAVE MATTHEWS TRIBUTE BAND May 21, Freebird Live CAGE THE ELEPHANT May 21, Mavericks Rock N’ Honky Tonk Concert Hall MINUS THE BEAR May 22, Freebird Live CLUTCH, MAYLENE & THE SONS OF DISASTER TOUR May 26, Freebird Live JACKSONVILLE JAZZ FESTIVAL with HERBIE HANCOCK, NATALIE COLE, GEORGE DUKE, MARCUS MILLER May 2629, Downtown Jacksonville TAPROOT May 27, Brewster’s Pit MUSHROOMHEAD, HED PE May 27, Plush SIDEREAL, CRAZY CARLS, TASTE BUDS May 27, Freebird Live BONNIE PRINCE BILLY & THE CAIRO GANG May 27, Push Push Salon FACE TO FACE, STRUNG OUT May 30, Freebird Live DANCELL June 3, Freebird Live JIMMY THACKERY June 3, Mojo Kitchen WITCHAVEN, BLOODCRAFT, HALLELUJAH, VOMIKAUST, REMAINS June 4, Lomax Lodge JUNIP June 13, Underbelly SOL DRIVEN TRAIN June 16, Mojo Kitchen KEITH URBAN June 17, Veterans Memorial Arena KYMYSTRY, ROSCO CAINE June 18, Freebird Live MILE TRAIN, ROCCO BLU June 18, Mojo Kitchen YELLOWCARD, RUNNER RUNNER June 25, Mavericks Rock N’ Honky Tonk Concert Hall ZACH DEPUTY June 25, Freebird Live APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION (Guns N Roses tribute) July 1, Freebird Live COREY SMITH July 2, Freebird Live PSYCHEDELIC FURS July 3, Freebird Live CHRIS THOMAS KING July 16, Mojo Kitchen WIZ KHALIFA July 17, St. Augustine Amphitheatre FURTHUR featuring BOB WEIR & PHIL LESH July 30, St. Augustine Amphitheatre

SELENA GOMEZ & THE SCENE, ALLSTAR WEEKEND July 31, St. Augustine Amphitheatre ALISON KRAUSS & UNION STATION, JERRY DOUGLASS Aug. 19, St. Augustine Amphitheatre TAYLOR SWIFT Nov. 11, Veterans Memorial Arena

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AJ’S BAR & GRILLE, 10244 Atlantic Blvd., 805-9060 DJ Sheryl every Thur., Fri. & Sat. DJ Mike every Tue. & Wed. Karaoke every Thur.

MEEHAN’S TAVERN, 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 5, 551-7076 Karaoke every Wed. Live music every Fri. MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE, 12777 Atlantic Blvd., 221-1090 Live music at 9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. PLUSH, RAIN, LEOPARD LOUNGE, 845 University Blvd. N., 745-1845 DJ Massive spins top 40 in Rain every Wed., DJs spin Latin every Fri.; house & techno in Z-Bar every Fri. TONINO’S TRATTORIA & MARTINI BAR, 7001 Merrill Rd., Ste. 45, 743-3848 Harry & Sally from 6:30-9 p.m. every Wed. Alaina Colding every Thur. W. Harvey Williams at 6 p.m. every Fri. Signature String Quartet every Sat.

BEECH STREET GRILL, 801 Beech St., 277-3662 John Springer every Fri. & Sat., every other Thur. Barry Randolph every Sun. DOG STAR TAVERN, 10 N. Second St., 277-8010 Live music every weekend GENNARO’S ITALIANO SOUTH, 5472 First Coast Hwy., AVONDALE, ORTEGA 491-1999 Live jazz from 7:30-9:30 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. BRICK RESTAURANT, 3585 St. Johns Ave., 387-0606 GREEN TURTLE TAVERN, 14 S. Third St., 321-2324 Duet every Wed. Goliath Flores and Sam Rodriguez every Thur.

Dan Voll from 7-10 p.m. every Fri. Live music every weekend Bush Doctors every 1st Fri. & Sat. Live jazz every Fri. & Sat. INDIGO ALLEY, 316 Centre St., 261-7222 Dan Voll & the THE CASBAH CAFE, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Alley Cats at 8 p.m. every Sat. Frankie’s Jazz Jam at 7:30 p.m.

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Greenhouse Lounge CD Release Party with Up Until Now, Vlad The Inhaler and Lucky Costello on May 7. Chiddy Bang and Dev. Ninjasonik on May 10 ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 108 First St., Neptune Beach, 372-0943 Live music at 9:30 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 N. First St., 249-5181 Split Tone at 10:30 p.m. every Tue. Nate Holley Band every Wed. Ryan Campbell every Thur. Video DJ & Karaoke every Sun. Little Green Men every Mon. MAYPORT TAVERN, 2775 Old Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach,

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270-0801 Live music at 3 p.m. every Sun. Open mic at 5 p.m. every Wed. DJ Jason hosts Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1018 N. Third St., Ste. 2, 246-1500 Open jam with The Fritz on May 3. Witz End on May 4. DJ E.J. on May 5. Matt Henderson on May 6. Bread & Butter on May 11. Live music every Fri. & Sat. MEZZA LUNA, 110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573 Neil Dixon at 6 p.m. every Tue. Mike Shackelford and Rick Johnson at 6 p.m. every Thur.

MIMI’S SPORTS GRILLE, 1021 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 270-1030 DJ Dennis Hubbell spins & hosts Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Thur. & Fri. MOJO KITCHEN, 1500 Beach Blvd., 247-6636 Trampled Under Foot and Rocco Blu on May 6. Eric Lindell on May 12 MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN, 1850 S. Third St., 246-1070 Wes Cobb at 10 p.m. every Tue. DJ Papa Sugar spins dance music at 9 p.m. every Mon., Thur. & Fri. DJ Austin Williams spins dance & for Karaoke every Wed., Sat. & Sun. NORTH BEACH BISTRO, 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105 Live music every Thur.-Sat. OCEAN 60, 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060 Live music on May 6 & 7 PACO’S MEXICAN GRILL, 333 N. First St., 208-5097 Live music at 9 p.m. every Thur.

RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7877 Dan Coady on May 4. Lyons on May 5. Sentropolis on May 6 & 7. The Splinters on May 8. Live music every Wed.-Sun. RITZ LOUNGE, 139 Third Ave. N., 246-2255 DJ Jenn Azana every Wed.-Sat. DJ Ibay every Sun. RUSH STREET/CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL, 320 N. First St., 270-8565 A DJ spins at 10 p.m. every Wed., Fri. & Sat. SUN DOG, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 241-8221 Jeff & Tony on May 4. Park Street on May 5. Jimi Graves & The Supernatural on May 6 & 7. Bread & Butter on May 8.

Wes Cobb on May 9. Buck Smith on May 11. Live music every Wed.-Sun. THE WINE BAR, 320 N. First St., 372-0211 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

DOWNTOWN

BURRO BAR, 100 E. Adams St., 677-2977 Unstoppable Death Machines, Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt, Dick Dastardly

and Virginal Flowers on May 6. Capsule, Warm Hands, Dickkicker and No Humanity at 8 p.m. on May 8 CAFE 331, 331 W. Forsyth St., 354-1999 Jax English Trio Salsa at 8 p.m. on May 5. Acoustic open mic 9 p.m.-2 a.m. every Tue. Live music at 9 p.m. every Wed. & Fri. Factory Jax’s goth-industrial 9 p.m.-2 a.m. every Sat. Underground 9 p.m.-2 a.m. every Mon. CITY HALL PUB, 234 Randolph Blvd., 356-6750 DJ Skillz spins Motown, old school, hip hop & R&B every Wed. Live music every Thur. Smooth Jazz Lunch at 11 a.m., Latin music at 9 p.m. every first Fri.; Ol’ Skool every last Fri. A DJ spins classic R&B, hip hop & dance every Saturdaze. Live reggae & DJs spin island music every Sun. Joel Crutchfield for open mic every Mon. Live music every Tues.

DE REAL TING CAFE, 128 W. Adams St., 633-9738 DJs Mix Master Prince, Pete, Stylish, Big Bodie play reggae, calypso, R&B, hip hop and top 40 every Fri. & Sat. DIVE BAR, 331 E. Bay St., 359-9090 DJ NickFresh spins every Tue. Indie Lounge. DJ SuZi-Rok spins every Thur. DJ Trim spins top 40, dance & rock every Fri. DJ Shanghai spins top 40, dance & rock every Sat. THE JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 Midlife Crisis at 7 p.m. on May 6. George Aspinall Band from 2-6 p.m. and Mystery Band at 7 p.m. on May 7.

Stevie Fingers 4-8 p.m. on May 8 THE IVY ULTRA BAR, 113 E. Bay St., 356-9200 DJs 151 The Experience & C-Lo spin every Rush Hour Wed. DJ E.L. spins top 40, South Beach & dance classics every Pure Sat. MARK’S DOWNTOWN, 315 E. Bay St., 355-5099 DJ Massive spins top 40 & dance every Velvet Fri. DJ Shotgun spins top 40 & dance every BayStreet Sat. MAVERICKS ROCK N’HONKY TONK, The Jacksonville Landing, 356-1110 Branch & Dean with The Demetree Band at 6 p.m. on May 7. Bobby Laredo spins every Thur. & Sat. Saddle Up every Sat. THE PEARL, 1101 N. Main St., 791-4499 DJs Tom P. & Ian S. spin ’80s & indie dance every Fri. DJ Ricky spins indie rock, hip hop & electro every Sat. POPPY LOVE SMOKE, 112 E. Adams St., 354-1988 Lil John Lumpkin, Stefano DiBella & Lawrence Buckner every Wed. & Fri. ZODIAC GRILL, 120 W. Adams St., 354-8283 Eric Carter and DJ Al Pete every Fri.

FLEMING ISLAND

MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Center Blvd., 541-1999

Live music every Fri. & Sat. MERCURY MOON, 2015 C.R. 220, 215-8999 DJ Ty spins for ladies’ nite every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. Buck Smith Project every Mon. Blistur unplugged every Wed. ROCKIN RODZ, 2574 C.R. 220, 276-2000 Live music every Thur.-Sat. RUSH STREET/CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL, 406 Old Hard Road, Ste. 106, 213-7779 A DJ spins at 10 p.m. every Wed., Fri. & Sat. WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 Country Night lie music at 8 p.m. on May 5. The Company at 9:30 p.m. on May 6 & 7. Live music on the deck at 5 p.m. on May 8. DJ BG every Mon.

INTRACOASTAL WEST

BREWSTER’S PIT, 14003 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, 223-9850 Frito on May 4. Fireworks and The Wonder Years at 6 p.m. on May 5. Nonpoint, Manna Zen, None Like Us, Heart Set SelfDestruct, Crimson City Romance, Surrender the Fall and Allele on May 7. Scarver, Insane From Pain, Don’t Ever Say Never, In To Deep, The Silent Asylum, Carnivorous Carnival, Bring Your All, Before I Wake and I Drive A Station Wagon on May 8.

Catalepsy, Deception of a Ghost, Amongst The Forbidden, In Betrayal and For What It’s Worth on May 10 BREWSTER’S PUB, 14003 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, 223-9850 Throwback Tue. ’70s, ’80s & top 40. Open mic with CBH every Wed. Karaoke with DJ Randal & live music every Thur., Fri. & Sat. A DJ spins every Mon. BRUCCI’S PIZZA, 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36, 223-6913 Mike Shackelford at 6:30 p.m. every Sat. Brucci’s Live open mic with Mike Shackelford at 6:30 p.m. every Mon. CLIFF’S BAR & GRILLE, 3033 Monument Rd., 645-5162 Blistur on May 5, 6 & 7. Karaoke every Tue. DJ Kevin for ladies nite every Wed. Karaoke with DJ Jack at 9 p.m. every Sun. Live music every Thur., Fri. & Sat. JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE & STEAKHOUSE, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22, 220-6766 Karaoke with Mr. Natural on May 5.

STR8Up at 8:30 p.m. on May 6. 4Play at 8:30 p.m. on May 7.

The Karaoke Dude at 8 p.m. every Mon. Live music outside for Bike Night every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. YOUR PLACE BAR & GRILL, 13245 Atlantic Blvd., 221-9994 Chuck Nash every Tue. Simply Righteous every Wed.

JULINGTON CREEK, NW ST. JOHNS COUNTY

HAPPY OURS SPORTS GRILLE, 116 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101, 683-1964 Live music at 7:30 p.m. every Fri. SHANNON’S IRISH PUB, 111 Bartram Oaks Walk, 230-9670 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

MANDARIN

AW SHUCKS OYSTER BAR & GRILL, 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd., 240-0368 Open mic with John O’Connor from 7-10 p.m. every Wed. Cafe Groove Duo, Jay Terry and John O’Connor, from 8-11 p.m. every Sat. Live music from 9 p.m.-mid. every Sat. BLUE CRAB CRABHOUSE, 3057 Julington Creek Rd., 260-2722 Live music on the deck every Sun. afternoon CHEERS BAR & GRILL, 11475 San Jose Blvd., 262-4337 Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. every Wed. THE NEW ORLEANS CAFE, 12760 San Jose Blvd., 880-5155 Jazz on the Deck 7-10 p.m. with Sleepy’s Connection every Tue. Open mic with Biker Bob at 7:30 p.m. every Thur. Les B. Fine at 1 p.m. every Reggae Sun. Creekside Songwriters Showcase at 7 p.m. on the last Wed. each month RACK ’EM UP BILLIARDS, 4268 Oldfield Crossing, 2624030 Craig Hand every Sat. Karaoke at 7 p.m. every Sun. SPECKLED HEN TAVERN & GRILLE, 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 16, 538-0811 Live music from 6-9 p.m. every Fri. THE TREE STEAKHOUSE, 11362 San Jose Blvd., 262-0006 The Boril Ivanov Biva Jazz Band from 7-9 p.m. every Thur.

David Gum at the piano bar from 7-10 p.m. every Fri.

ORANGE PARK, MIDDLEBURG

CHEERS BAR & GRILL, 1580 Wells Rd., 269-4855 Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. every Wed. & Sat. CRACKERS LOUNGE, 1282 Blanding Blvd., 272-4620 Karaoke every Fri. & Sat. THE HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959 John Michael every Wed.-Sat. THE ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Live music on May 5. Out of Hand on May 6 & 7. Buck Smith Project every Mon. DJ Waldo every Tue. DJ Papa Sugar every Wed. SENOR WINGS, 700 Blanding Blvd., 375-0746 DJ Andy spins for Karaoke every Wed. DJ Tammy spins for Karaoke every Fri. Live music every Sat.

PALATKA

DOWNTOWN BLUES BAR & GRILLE, 714 St. Johns Ave., (386) 325-5454 David Michael Angleton at 6 p.m. on May 4.

Karaoke at 8 p.m. on May 5. Blue Smoke on May 6. Out of the Blue on May 7. Jim Perry Blues Jam on May 8

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ZHANRAS, 108 Anastasia Blvd., 823-3367 Deron Baker & Soulo every Tue. DJ Cep spins ’80s & disco every Sun. Vinny Jacobs open mic every Mon.

ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER, TINSELTOWN

The family who plays together stays together: Kansas City-based blues trio Trampled Under Foot perform with Rocco Blu on May 6 at 9:30 p.m. at Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach. This lauded up-and-coming band includes siblings Danielle, Kris and Nick Schnebelen. Tickets are $10. 247-6636.

PONTE VEDRA

AQUA GRILL, 950 Sawgrass Village Dr., 285-3017 Moirai Vibe Reggae on May 22 NINETEEN AT SAWGRASS, 110 Championship Way, 273-3235 Time2Swing at 6 p.m. every Jazz Thur. Strings of Fire from 6-9 p.m. every Sat. PUSSER’S CARIBBEAN GRILLE, 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, 280-7766 Live music on May 6 & 7 URBAN FLATS, 330 A1A N., 280-5515 High Tides of Jazz at 7:30 p.m. on May 5. Delta Dave Johnson at 7:30 p.m. on May 6. Barrett Jockers & Band on May 7. Darren Corlew every Tue. Soulo & Deron Baker at 6 p.m. every Wed.

RIVERSIDE, WESTSIDE FATKATS NIGHT CLUB, 1187 S. Edgewood Ave., 994-5201 Waylay plays every Thur. Live music & DJ Lavo spinning hip hop, rock, reggae, punk; Caden spins house, techno, breaks, drum & bass at 9 p.m. every Flashback Fri. HJ’S BAR & GRILL, 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., 317-2783 Karaoke with DJ Ron at 8:30 p.m. every Tue. & DJ Richie at every Fri. Live music every Sat. Open mic at 8 p.m. every Wed. KICKBACKS, 910 King St., 388-9551 Dave Massey every Tue. Ray & Taylor every Thur. Robby Shenk every Sun. THE LOFT, 925 King St., 476-7283 DJs Wes Reed & Josh K every Thur.

LOMAX LODGE, 822 Lomax St., 634-8813 The Murder Junkies, Status Faux, Toe in the Trigger and Sick, Sick Sicks at 8 p.m. on May 3. Del The Funky Homosapien, Bukue 1, Project Lotus, D.A.R.Y.L., $Big Bucks$ Crew on May 7. DJ Dots every Tue. Milan da Tin Man every Wed. DJ Christian every Sat. DJ Spencer every Sun. DJ Luminous every Mon. METRO, 2929 Plum St., 388-8719 DJ Chadpole every Fri. & Sat. Karaoke with KJ Rob every Sun., Mon. & Tue. MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ, 4838 Highway Ave., 389-5551 Bluegrass Nite every Fri. THE MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave., 388-7807 Joshua Pierce, Cardboard City, Graham Crainshaw and Cody Lewis at 8 p.m. on May 6. Second Thief, Embracing Goodbye (CD release), Seizing the Final Victory, Strengthen What Remains, Ironwill and Ark Harbour at 7 p.m. on May 7 WALKERS, 2692 Post St., 894-7465 Jax Arts Collaborative every Tue. Patrick & Burt every Wed. DJ Jeremiah every Thur.

Acoustic every Thur.-Sat. Dr. Bill & His Solo Practice of Music at 5 p.m. every Fri.

ST. AUGUSTINE

A1A ALE WORKS, 1 King St., 829-2977 Neil Freestone on May 5. Christopher Dean on May 6 & 7 AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 1915 A1A S., 461-0102 Fermin Spanish guitar from 6-8 p.m. every Thur.

ANN O’MALLEY’S, 23 Orange St., 825-4040 Open mic with Smokin Joe from 7-10 p.m. on May 3. Bennett Michaels at 6:30 p.m. on May 4. Gina & Tony Cuchetti at 8:30 p.m. on May 6. Two-Thirds at 8:30 p.m. on May 7. Karaoke at 8 p.m. on May 8. Live music every Fri. & Sat. THE BRITISH PUB, 213 Anastasia Blvd., 810-5111 Karaoke at 9 p.m. on May 6 & 7. Jukebox nite on May 8. Open mic night with Christi Harris at 8:30 p.m. on May 9 CAFE ALCAZAR, 25 Granada St., 825-9948 Live music daily

CAFE ELEVEN, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311 Heavy Cream and The Cougs on May 11 CELLAR UPSTAIRS, San Sebastian Winery, 157 King St., 826-1594 Lou Rubino at 2 p.m., The Committee at 7 p.m. on May 6. The Committee at 7 p.m. on May 7 CHICAGO PIZZA & BAKERY, 107 Natures Walk Pkwy., Ste. 101, 230-9700 Greg Flowers hosts open-mic and jazz piano from 7-10 p.m. every Tue. Live music every Fri. CONCH HOUSE LOUNGE, 57 Comares Ave., 829-8646 Jah Creation from 3-7 p.m. on May 8. Brad Newman every Thur. Live music at 3 p.m. every Sat. CREEKSIDE DINERY, 160 Nix Boatyard Rd., 829-6113 Live music on deck Wed.-Sun. CRUISERS GRILL, 3 St. George St., 824-6993 Live music every Fri. & Sat. Chelsea Saddler every Sun. FLORIDA CRACKER CAFE, 81 St. George St., 829-0397 Lonesome Bert & the Skinny Lizard at 5:30 p.m. every Wed. THE FLORIDIAN, 39 Cordova St., 829-0655 Live music every Fri. & Sat. HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILLE, 46 Avenida Menendez, 824-7765 Stu Weaver every Mon. HURRICANE PATTY’S, 69 Lewis Blvd., 827-1822 Those Guys every Tue. Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Wed. Billy Buchanan every Thur. Dewey Via every Sun. JACK’S BARBECUE, 691 A1A Beach Blvd., 460-8100 Jim Essery at 4 p.m. every Sat. Live music every Thur.-Sat. JOHNNY’S, 3009 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., 829-8333 Montage features electro, dance & indie every Mon. KINGFISH GRILL, 252 Yacht Club Drive, 824-2111 Colton McKenna at 6 p.m. on May 4. Dewey & Rita at 6 p.m. on May 5. Menage at 7 p.m. on May 6. Alex & Jim at 7 p.m. on May 7. Bethany Groves at 4 p.m. on May 8. Chubby McG at 6 p.m. on May 11 KING’S HEAD BRITISH PUB, 6460 U.S. 1, 823-9787 Mike Sweet from 6-8 p.m. every Thur.

KOZMIC BLUZ PIZZA CAFE & ALE, 48 Spanish St., 825-4805 Live music every Fri., Sat. & Sun. LOCAL HEROES CAFE, 11 Spanish St., 825-0060 Glam punk rock dance party Radio Hot Elf with DJ Dylan Nirvana from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. every Fri. MARDI GRAS, 123 San Marco Ave., 540-2824 Battle of the DJs with Josh Frazetta & Mardi Gras Mike every last Sun. MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB, 20 Avenida Menendez, 810-1923 Live music every Fri. & Sat. MI CASA CAFE, 69 St. George St., 824-9317 Chelsea Saddler noon-4 p.m. every Mon., Tue. & Thur. Amy Hendrickson every Sun. & Wed. MILL TOP TAVERN & LISTENING ROOM, 19 1/2 St. George St., 829-2329 David Russell at 9 p.m. on May 6 & 7. Colton McKenna at 1 p.m. on May 8. Vinny Jacobs every Tue. Todd & Molly Jones every Wed. Colton McKenna at 9 p.m. every Thur.

Will Pearsall at 9 p.m. every Mon. THE REEF, 4100 Coastal Hwy., Vilano Beach, 824-8008 Richard Kuncicky from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. every Sun. RHETT’S PIANO BAR & BRASSERIE, 66 Hypolita St., 825-0502 Live jazz at 7 p.m. every night SANGRIAS PIANO BAR, 35 Hypolita St., 827-1947 Soul Searchers every Wed. Jim Asalta every Thur. Jazz every Fri. The Housecats every Sat. Sunny & the Flashbacks every Sun. SCARLETT O’HARA’S, 70 Hypolita St., 824-6535 DJ Echo hosts Karaoke every Mon. Amy Hendrickson every Thur.

THE TASTING ROOM, 25 Cuna St., 810-2400 Bossa nova with Monica da Silva & Chad Alger from 5-8 p.m. every Sun.

AROMAS CIGARS & WINE BAR, 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 201, 928-0515 W. Harvey Williams every Tue. DJ Royal every Wed. & Thur. DJ Benz every Fri. DJ T-Rav every Sat. THE GRAPE, 10281 Midtown Pkwy., 642-7111 Live music every Fri. & Sat. John Earle every Mon. DJ Mikeology spins from 5-9 p.m. every Thur.

ISLAND GIRL Wine & Cigar Bar, 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, 854-6060 Jazz every Wed. Live music every Thur., Fri. & Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 9734 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, 997-1955 Charlie Walker on May 5. Nate Holley on May 6.

Yankee Slickers on May 7. Billy Buchanan on May 8. Open mic nite every Tue. SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY, 9735 Gate Parkway N., 997-1999 Chuck Nash every Thur. Live music at 10 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., 493-9305 Latin Wave at 7 p.m. on May 3. Alex Seier on May 4. Hook’d at 9 p.m. on May 5 & 6.

Micah & the Reason at 7:30 p.m. on May 7 URBAN FLATS, 9726 Touchton Rd., 642-1488 Live music every Fri. & Sat. WHISKY RIVER, 4850 Big Island Drive, 645-5571 Alive After Five with Papercutt on May 5. Down Theory every Mon. A DJ spins every Fri. & Sat. WILD WING CAFE, 4555 Southside Blvd., 998-9464 Peter Dearing Band every Wed. DJ Chad spins dance every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat.

SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK

ENDO EXO, 1224 Kings Ave., 396-7733 Paten Locke spins classic boombox, hip hop & tru school every Thur. DJ J-Money spins jazz, soul, R&B, house every Fri. DJ Manus spins top 40 & dance every Sat. Reggae every Sun. Open mic with King Ron & T-Roy every Mon. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 1704 San Marco Blvd., 399-1740 Michael Smith on May 5. Jazz every 2nd Tue. HAVANA-JAX CUBA LIBRE BAR LOUNGE, 2578 Atlantic Blvd., 399-0609 MVP Band from 6-9 p.m., DJs No Fame & Dr. Doom every Wed. Jazz every Thur. DJ Omar spins dance every Fri. DJs Harry, Rico & Nestor spin salsa every Sat. JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 Hank & the Cupcakes on May 4. My Life with The Thrill Kill Kult and 16 Volt on May 5. Pacifico, Rug, The Joy Island, Rocky Love Emily, The After Party and Freshman 15 on May 6. Destin for Florida and Bachaco on May 7. The Whigs, Those Darlins and Son of a Bad Man on May 11 MATTHEW’S, 2107 Hendricks Ave., 396-9922 Bossa nova with Monica da Silva & Chad Alger at 7 p.m. every Thur.

SQUARE ONE, 1974 San Marco Blvd., 306-9004 Soul on the Square & Band of Destiny at 8 p.m. every Mon. John Earle Band every Tue. DJs Wes Reed & Matt Caulder spin indie dance & electro every Wed. Split Tone & DJ Comic every Thur.

SOUTHSIDE

BOMBA’S, 8560 Beach Blvd., 997-2291 Open mic from 7-11 p.m. with Chris Hall every Tue. & every first Sun. Live music at 8 p.m. every Fri., at 6 p.m. every Sat. & at 5 p.m. every Sun. CORNER BISTRO & Wine Bar, 9823 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 1, 619-1931 Matt “Pianoman” Hall at 8 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 5500 Beach Blvd., 398-1717 Dixie Bee Liners at 8 p.m. on May 7 LATITUDE 30, 10370 Philips Hwy., 365-5555 Live music every Thur., Fri. & Sat.

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE

BOOTS-N-BOTTLES, 12405 N. Main St., Ste. 7, Oceanway, 647-7798 Open mic every Wed. Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Thur.

A DJ spins every Fri. & Sat. Live music every weekend DAMES POINT MARINA, 4518 Irving Rd., 751-3043 Reverend Roy and No Spring Chickens from 3-7 p.m. on May 7. PM Thunder at 3 p.m. on May 8 FLIGHT 747 LOUNGE, 1500 Airport Rd., 741-4073 Big Engine every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. ’70s every Tue. SKYLINE SPORTSBAR & LOUNGE, 5611 Norwood Ave., 517-6973 Bigga Rankin & Cool Running DJs every Tue. & 1st Sun. Fusion Band & DJ every Thur. DJ Scar spins every Sun. THREE LAYERS CAFE, 1602 Walnut St., 355-9791 Candy Lee at 7 p.m. on May 4. Will Pearsall at 7 p.m. on May 7.

Goliath Flores at 1 p.m. on May 8. Karaoke at 7 p.m. every Tue. 3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL, 2467 Faye Road, 647-8625 Open mic at 8 p.m. every Thur. Woodie & Wyatt C. every Fri. Live music at 8 p.m. every Sat. To be in this listing, send all the vitals (time, date, location with street address, city, admission price, contact number) to events@folioweekly.com or dbrown@folioweekly.com

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1) Actress Hallie Foote 2) (L-R): Jean Stapleton, Horton Foote, Roberta Maxwell, Michael Wilson and Hallie Foote 3) Playwright Horton Foote (1916-2009) wrote screenplays for “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Tender Mercies.”

Family Drama

A playwright’s daughter fights to keep her father’s impressive theatrical legacy alive DIVIDING THE ESTATE Staged at 8 p.m. on May 13, 14, 19-21 and 26-28; matinee performance at 2 p.m. on May 22 Players by the Sea, 106 Sixth St. N., Jax Beach Tickets are $20; $17 for seniors, military and students 249-0289

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laywrights are the quintessential people “behind the curtain,” so it’s rare that a storyteller receives as much attention as the actors who portray the characters they write about. There are a few exceptions, of course. Most people have heard of William Shakespeare, and names like Tennessee Williams, George Bernard Shaw, Arthur Miller and Neil Simon usually ring a bell. But Horton Foote?

If you haven’t heard of him, his daughter Hallie is out to change that. Before his death in 2009, Foote had written more than 50 plays and two memoirs, as well as Academy Awardwinning screenplays for “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962) and 1983’s “Tender Mercies.” In 1995, he received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play “The Young Man From Atlanta” and in 2000, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts. Heady accolades for a name so unfamiliar to many.

Daughter Hallie admits that she isn’t sure why her talented father is lesser known than some. “I hope to help change that perception,” she explained in an email exchange with Folio Weekly. “I think he is one of the great playwrights of the 20th century.”

Hallie is a Tony Award-nominated actress for her 2009 role as Mary Jo in her father’s comedy, “Dividing the Estate,” and has spent most of her life collaborating with her dad.

In fact, she’s now the foremost interpreter of his work. This month, Hallie Foote makes a two-week visit to Jacksonville to continue her efforts in advancing Horton Foote’s legacy. The

trip, billed as “The World of Foote,” includes several appearances around Northeast Florida.

On May 4, Hallie will appear on WJCT’s “First Coast Connect” at 9 a.m. and on May 6, she gives an interpretive reading of selected passages from her father’s work at the Main Library, downtown Jacksonville. She’ll also be helping the local theater group Players

and the confrontational children who gather to discuss their imminent inheritance of the woman’s large estate. In a 2008 review, New York Times theater critic Ben Brantley called the play “tart and delicious” and “heaven to be with.”

Like much of Foote’s work, the story takes place in the South, a knowledge of which served the Texas native well when he adapted

Hallie Foote hopes to bolster her father’s reputation as one of America’s finest authors of the last century. “I’m just so proud of what he has accomplished as a writer.” by the Sea, as they develop their main stage production of her father’s play “Dividing the Estate,” which opens May 13.

“Mainly, I’ll just be there during some rehearsals,” Ms. Foote says. “And if they have any questions, I’ll be available to answer them.”

Hallie became involved with the community theater after a long association with local performing arts professional, Ponte Vedra resident and PBTS supporter, Scott McLucas.

“He was instrumental in producing a play of my father’s called ‘Night Seasons’ and also helped with the Foote season at the Signature Theatre in 1994-’95,” she explains.

“Having Scott here to support our theater is just a wonderful experience,” says PBTS executive director Joseph Schwarz. “And having Hallie come down to work with our cast and director is an enormous gift to the cultural arts of Jacksonville.”

Set in the fictional town of Harrison, Texas, in 1987, “Dividing the Estate” is a dark comedy that explores that classic theme of American letters: a dysfunctional Southern family. It focuses on the Gordons — an elderly matriarch

Harper Lee’s classic, “To Kill a Mockingbird,” to the big screen. “He met [Harper Lee] and they both grew up in small Southern towns and had kind of an instant understanding of each other and of place,” Hallie says of her father’s connection with the Pulitzer Prizewinning author.

As for Hallie Foote, she doesn’t have any specific acting goals in mind. She’s just looking forward to working in all capacities of theater and continuing her efforts in advancing her father’s legacy. “I’m just so proud of what he has accomplished as a writer,” she says. “In all mediums.”

Hallie Foote appears on WJCT’s “First Coast Connect” at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4. She gives a reading on Friday, May 6 at the Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., downtown. The reception begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by an interpretive reading and a Q&A at 6:30 p.m.

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Swinging Cowboy: Andy Warhol (1928-’87) setting his sights on ’60s cinema.

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St. Augustine’s Crisp-Ellert Museum offers five rare screenings of Andy Warhol films “TARZAN AND JANE REGAINED … SORT OF” (1963) Film is unrated but features mature content Thursday, May 5 at 7 p.m.

Flagler College’s Crisp-Ellert Art Museum, 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine The screenings are free; seating is limited 826-8530, flagler.edu/crispellert/events.html

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early 50 years after the epochal decade known as the 1960s, that 10-year period has been romanticized, trivialized, even demonized. Concurrent with a rapidly evolving cultural stew since reduced to initials — USSR, JFK, MLK and LSD — was the equally rapid evolution of the arts, particularly cinema. One artist who established a near brand name for the ability to exploit the union of pop culture, technology and vision was Andy Warhol.

The Lower East Side was home to Warhol’s studio, “The Factory,” the same ’hood that was ground zero for an incredibly productive film community. Jonas Mekas, Jack Smith, Piero Heliczer, Stan Brakhage and Ira Cohen are but a few of the burgeoning cinematographers who filtered their decidedly American experiences through a lens of post WWII liberation at 24 frames per second. Civil rights, sexual freedoms and political outrage were blended with narcotics-fueled fantasies, at times in the same 15-minute feature. One initial flashpoint of the American underground was found in Kenneth Anger’s “Fireworks” (1947), a dreamy allegory of the then-teenaged auteur’s homosexuality told through a black-and-white haze of subtle S&M images (later mainstreamed for Madonna’s “Sex” video). Two decades later, Warhol would push Anger’s vision into a panoramic scale of activity, funded with the former’s growing income from his success on the fine arts market.

Pretension was the rule in these films, with Warhol serving more as overseer than director.

(That job fell to the enthusiastic — and still underrated — Paul Morrissey.) Warhol’s experiments in juxtaposition and innovative subject matter — ranging from a static shot of an indifferent Bob Dylan to sexual congress on his studio’s grungy couch — helped reinvent the possibilities of celluloid, much as his Campbell’s soup cans peeled the lid off of both design and arts commerce.

Flagler College’s Crisp Ellert-Museum screens five of Warhol’s more celebrated films, including “Tarzan and Jane Regained … Sort

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“The projector is part of the experience of watching these films,” he says, “especially the silent films where the projector’s sounds become a soundtrack of sorts.” Balaschak’s primary motivation for bringing this series to Flagler originates in a seminar he is leading on Warhol.

The seminar intends to cover every aspect of the multimedia artist’s work, with special emphasis on film, which Balaschak believes was central to Warhol’s practice. The works chosen were filmed within the period of 1963-’68, a productive and influential time for the whitehaired wizard of Soho. “I wanted to show films that ran the gamut from his fascination with ‘duration’ to his camp sensibilities [and even] to his attempts to make commercial films.”

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And in a sense, this original fan of national celebrity indirectly created something as sugary as “American Idol,” the ultimate endgame of Warhol’s prediction-slash-epitaph about the universality of fleeting fame.

“These films are about finding and blurring the line between artifice and reality,” Balaschack says, pointing out that Warhol was in some ways seer-like in his vision of our world. “I believe his work was predicated on the idea that every film, every television program, is always [and is] already a document of reality.”

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The opening reception for designer Jason Fort’s “Deviations – A Focus on Chaos” (pictured – “Density Ultimate 2”) is held on May 6 from 5-9 p.m. at Saltwater Gallery, 81 King St., St. Augustine. The event is held during First Friday Art Walk and includes live music by Bert and the Skinny Lizards. The show runs through May. 669-5099.

PARADISE HOTEL AT DASOTA Douglas Anderson School of the Arts presents Georges Feydeau’s comedy of errors at 7:30 p.m. on May 5-7 at the school’s main stage at 2445 San Diego Road, Jacksonville.

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THE WORLD OF FOOTE Actress Hallie Foote gives an interpretive reading of her father Horton Foote’s dramatic works at 6:30 p.m. on May 6 at the Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville. A wine and cheese reception is held at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free but reservations are suggested at http://theworldoffoote. eventbrite.com/. 630-1420.

‘TIL DEATH DO US PART: LATE NIGHT CATECHISM 3 This fun comedy for all faiths kicks is staged at 7:30 p.m. on May 4 and 5, at 8 p.m. May 6 and 7, at 2 p.m. on May 7 and 3 p.m. on May 8 at FSCJ’s Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $33.50. 632-3373.

THE CHAMPAGNE CHARLIE STAKES Theatre Jacksonville presents Bruce Graham’s comedy about growing old, as seen through the eyes of a gambler at the race track, at 7:30 p.m. on May 5, at 8 p.m. on May 6 and 7 and 2 p.m. on May 8 at 2032 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $25; $20 for seniors, military and students on Thur. and Sun. 396-4425.

THE GOOD DOCTOR Neil Simon’s comedic tribute to Russian playwright Anton Chekhov is staged at 7:30 p.m. on May 3, 5, 6, and 7 and at 2 p.m. on May 8 at The Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. Tickets are $25; $22 for seniors and $20 for military and students. 825-1164.

GODSPELL The Foundation Academy stages this gospel-driven musical at 8 p.m. on May 6 and 7 and at 2 p.m. on May 8 at 3675 San Pablo Road S., Jacksonville. 241-3515.

SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS Alhambra Theatre & Dining stages the raucous Western musical at 8 p.m. on May 3-8 and 10, at 1:15 p.m. on May 7 and 2 p.m. on May 8 at 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $45 and $49.

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AMATEUR NIGHT AT THE RITZ Local talents compete for the audience’s attentions at 7:30 p.m. on May 6 at The Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville.

Admission is $5.50. 632-5555.

SHREK THE MUSICAL The beloved green ogre hits the stage at 7:30 p.m. on May 10 at the Times-Union Center’s Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $43-$63. The show is also staged on May 11-15. 632-3373.

MAD COWFORD IMPROV This local comedy troupe performs at 8:15 p.m. on May 6 at Northstar Substation, 119 E. Bay St., Jacksonville. 860-5451.

in an upcoming student film production. The characters are a 23-year-old “Joan Jett”-type rocker and a 19-year-old country girl. Musical skills a plus. For more information contact Scott Reneau at 346-5620, ext. 154, 742-4908.

ALHAMBRA PRODUCTION SEEKS CHILD PERFORMERS Alhambra Theatre is holding an open audition for four roles (two boys and two girls, ages 10 to young teen) at 4 p.m. on May 9 for their upcoming June production of “Willy Wonka.”

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SPOKEN WORD AT THE RITZ This evening of open mic poetry starts at 7 p.m. on May 5 at The Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville. 632-5555.

CALL TO ARTISTS The Art Center seeks artists for its City Sounds Juried Show to coincide with this year’s Jacksonville Jazz Festival.

Submissions are accepted from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on May 17, 18 and 19 at 31 W. Adams St. and from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on May 17 at 229 N. Hogan St. Cash awards given for first, second and third place. Entry fee is $20 for up to three entries; $25 for non-members. tacjacksonville.org IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES AT LIMELIGHT Scott Abrams teaches all levels of improvisational comedy every Sat. from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (ages 16 and older) and from 1-3 p.m. (ages 12-15) through May 21 at the Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. 495-3725.

RIGHT WHALE FEST SEEKS POSTER ART The third annual Right Whale Festival seeks artwork for its Nov. 19 event in Jax Beach. Submissions must be 11”x17” and include a rendering of a right whale mother and calf with correct physical characteristics and the RWF logo.

Deadline is May 13. Email entries to jkoelsch@sea2shore.org. rightwhalefestival.org JAX ART UNLEASHED First Coast No More Homeless Pets accepts works in a variety of media for its June 23 Jax Art Unleashed fundraiser and juried art show. Deadline is May 30. Artwork may be dropped off or mailed to 6817 Norwood Ave., Jacksonville FL 32208.

520-7900. jaxartunleashed.com CORSE GALLERY WORKSHOPS Beginning and advanced acrylics, watercolors, oil painting and portrait painting classes are held Mon.-Sat. at Corse Gallery & Atelier, 4144 Herschel St., Jacksonville. Fees vary. 388-8205. corsegalleryatelier.com WEST AFRICAN DRUM & DANCE A drumming class is held at 5:30 p.m., and an African dance class is held at 6:45 p.m. every Fri. at St. Johns Cultural Arts Center, 370 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine. Each class is $10. 315-1862.

THEATRICAL ARTS Classes in theatrical performance, including song and dance, are held Mon.-Fri. at The Performers Academy, 3674 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Fees vary. 322-7672. theperformersacademy.com

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DASOTA SEEKS ACTORS FOR STUDENT FILM The Dept. of Cinematic Arts at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts is seeking to cast two female actors for lead roles

THE PHILANTHROPIC CONCERT The Friday Musicale Chorus and Scholarship Winners perform at 11 a.m. on May 6 at 645 Oak St., Jacksonville. 355-7584.

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JAX SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA Scott Gregg conducts Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra musicians and advanced performers of JSO’s Youth Orchestra at the JSYO Major-Minor Concert at 8 p.m. on May 6 at the Times-Union Center’s Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $11; $6 for children. Beginning and intermediate JSYO musicians perform at 6:45 p.m. 354-5547.

KIM WATERS This smooth jazz saxophonist performs at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. on May 7 at The Ritz Theatre & Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $21; $25 at the door.

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JAZZ PIERSONIFIED Pianist Jack Pierson leads his combo through jazz standards at 5:30 p.m. on May 8 at Finnegans Wake Grill and Pub, 5545 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. 460-2920.

MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT AT UNITARIAN Soprano Kimberly Beasley and pianist Jeanee Huebner perform Broadway favorites at 10:45 a.m. on May 8 at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 7405 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville. 355-7584.

INTERMEZZO SUNDAY CONCERT Pianists Marion Scott and Rosa Villar Scott perform a selection of works by Schumann, Brahms, Schubert and Dvorak at 2:30 p.m. on May 8 at The Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville. 630-2665.

POPS AT THE BEACH The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra perform a special “Mother’s Day Concert” including works by Hailstork, Copland and Strauss at 5 p.m. on May 8 at the Sea Walk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach. 270-1651.

JAZZ AT THE BRASSERIE Live jazz is featured at 7 p.m. every Fri. and Sat. at The Brasserie, 1312 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach. 249-5800.

JAZZ AT TREE STEAKHOUSE Boril Ivanov Trio performs at 7 p.m. every Thur. and pianist David Gum performs at 7 p.m. every Fri. at Tree Steakhouse, 11362 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. 262-0006.

JAZZ AT GENNARO’S Gennaro’s Ristorante Italiano features live jazz at 7:30 p.m. every Fri. and Sat. at 5472 First Coast Highway, Fernandina Beach. 491-1999.

JAZZ IN ST. AUGUSTINE Rhett’s Piano Bar & Brasserie features live jazz nightly at 7 p.m. at 66 Hypolita St., St. Augustine. 825-0502.

ART WALKS & FESTIVALS FIRST WEDNESDAY ART WALK This self-guided tour, themed “Mixed Media for Mother Earth,” is held from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 in downtown Jacksonville, spanning a 15-block radius of galleries, museums, bars and eateries. 634-0303 ext. 230.

DOWNTOWN FRIDAY MARKET Arts & crafts and local produce are offered every Fri. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, downtown. 353-1188.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK This self-guided tour features 25 participating galleries from 5-9 p.m. on May 6 in downtown St. Augustine. 829-0065.

BRIGHTON BAY ARTS SHOW This daylong event at this senior-living community is held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on May 7 at 10061 Sweetwater Parkway, Jacksonville, and features arts and crafts by 75 vendors, hourly prize drawings as well as live music by Ruby Beach and the Mike Shackleford Band. 519-1034.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET The Arts Market is held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Sat. beneath the Fuller Warren Bridge on Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville and features local and regional artists, strolling performers, bands and a farmers market. Admission is free.

554-6865, 389-2449. riversideartsmarket.com HANDMADE ARTS & CRAFTS CHARITY SALE This festival featuring handmade creations by adults with disabilities is held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Quality Suites Oceanfront, 11 N. First St., Jax Beach. All proceeds benefit L’Arche Harbor House Workshop for adults with disabilities.

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FAST FASHION 2011 This event featuring high-end exotic cars and five local fashion designers takes place at 7 p.m. on May 7 at J7 Motor Sports, 14603 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $25 and (front row) $35; $30 and $40 at the door. All proceeds benefit The HEAL Foundation serving individuals with Autism in the Northeast Florida area. 992-4400.

MUSEUMS CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 356-6857. “The Cummer

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Exhibition features student artwork through May 9. The museum holds its “Undies Drive” for Dignity U Wear onOF MayBENEFIT PROMISE 8. Bring a pack of new underwear or undergarments for adults or children and receive half-off one regular admission.

The class “Drop-In Art” offers children ages 4 to 10 the chance to explore the galleries and create art. The cost per child is $5. “Mrs. Cummer’s Legacy” is on display through May 23. The restored Tudor Room gallery is open through Dec. 31.

CRISP-ELLERT ART MUSEUM 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, 826-8530. Andy Warhol’s “Tarzan and Jane Regained … Sort Of” is screened at 7 p.m. on May 5.

DOW MUSEUM OF HISTORIC HOUSES 149 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 823-9722. Artist Kathryn Arango is the featured artist with her “Jungle Series” from 5-9 p.m. on May 6 during First Friday Art Walk. The show runs through May 29.

KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM 101 W. First St., Jacksonville, 356-2992. The museum’s permanent collection features a variety of rare manuscripts.

Open Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

LIGHTNER MUSEUM 75 King St., St. Augustine, 824-2874. Art, decorative arts and large collections of everything from china to seashells are on permanent display. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students. Ages 12 and younger are admitted free. Open daily.

MARITIME HERITAGE CENTER 2 Independent Drive, Ste. 162, Jacksonville, 355-1101. The museum’s permanent collection includes steamboats and various nautical-themed art.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 366-6911. The HEAL Project offers children with autism to learn printmaking with artist Tony Rodrigues from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on May 7. The cost per family is $5. Café NOLA offers a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on May 8. The price is $25; $8 for children.

“Stranger in Paradise: The Works of Reverend Howard Finster” runs through Aug. 28. Rob Creegan’s “Modern Art with a Human Face” runs through May 11. Family Fun Free Day is held from noon-4 p.m. every Sun. Open Tue.Sun. mocajacksonville.org RITZ THEATRE & MUSEUM 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville, 632-5555. Amateur Night takes place at 7:30 p.m. on May 6. Saxophonist Kim Waters performs at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. on May 7. Advance tickets are $21; $25 at the door. The exhibit “Through Our Eyes” runs through May 21. “Lift Ev’ry Voice in LaVilla,” an exhibit of African-American history in Jacksonville, is on permanent display. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children, students and seniors. Open Tue.-Sun.

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GALLERIES 122 OCEAN: THE OLD LIBRARY 122 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville, 396-9601. Discover Design features the student “school: by design” show from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

ARCHWAY GALLERY & FRAMING 363 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 2, Atlantic Beach, 249-2222. Vicky Lennon is the featured artist through May. THE ART CENTER COOPERATIVE GALLERY 31 W. Adams St., Jacksonville, 355-1757. Susanne Schenke is the featured artist from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

TAC II 229 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, 355-1757.

The Fourth Annual Children’s Juried Art Show “Wishes and Dreams” and Iron Promotions’ motorcycle-themed “BRAIN fART” are featured from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

AVONDALE ARTWORKS 3568 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville, 384-8797. The opening reception for Ben’h Usry’s “Water Days” is from 5:30-9 p.m. on May 6 and runs through the month. The show is a tribute inspired in part by the aftermath of the BP Oil Spill.

BEE GALLERY AND STUDIO The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Ste. 108, (727) 207-3013. The opening reception for latest paintings and toys by pop surrealist Marty Moore is held from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

BUTTERFIELD GARAGE ART GALLERY/BUTTERFIELD GARAGE TOO 137/137-C King St., St. Augustine, 825-4577, 829-0078. The opening reception for glass sculptor James Stanford’s “Cave Paintings of the 21st Century” is held from 5-9 p.m. on May 6 during First Friday Art Walk. The show runs through June 1.

CAMPUS GALLERY FSCJ North Campus, Rm. C-122, 4501 Capper Road, Jacksonville, 632-3310. Sara Ebrahimi’s exhibit “Dance of Color” runs through May 24.

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Classy brass: Smooth jazz saxophonist Kim Waters performs on May 7 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. at The Ritz Theatre & Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville. Advance tickets are $21; $25 at the door. 632-5555.

THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-0614. Sculptor Jenny K. Hager’s installation, “Rust and Satin,” is on display through May 5.

DOUGLAS ANDERSON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 2445 San Diego Road, Jacksonville, 346-5620. The “Senior Show” is on display through May 5.

FIRST STREET GALLERY 216-B First St., Neptune Beach, 241-6928. The exhibit “Artistic Metal – Sculpture and Jewelry” is featured through May 23.

GALLERY L Modis Bldg., 2nd floor, 1 Independent Drive, Jacksonville.

731-4971. The Jacksonville Watercolor Society’s “Spring Show” is on display through June 4.

HASKELL GALLERY Jax International Airport, 14201 Pecan Park Road, 741-3546.

A collection of art kites by Melanie Walker and George Peters of Airworks Studios is on display through June. Commissioned work by the pair is shown in JIA’s Connector hallway.

HEMMING PLAZA Located at the corner of Laura and Monroe St., Jacksonville, 634-0303. The eco-friendly Love Ur Mother show features fashion, art and music from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

INDIGO ALLEY WINE BAR 316 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 261-7222. Eliza Holliday’s “Calligraphic Paintings, Banners and Boxes” is on display through May. THE JACKSONVILLE LANDING 2 Independent Drive, Jacksonville, 353-1188. SDA presents the 10th Annual CANstruction Design Competition from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

JAXPORT GALLERY 2831 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, 357-3052. The opening reception for latest works by photographer Kirk Chamberlain and painter Anthony Whiting is from 5-7 p.m. on May 6 and is on display through the month.

FSCJ KENT CAMPUS 3939 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, 646-2300. The opening reception for the Best of Duval County Elementary Art is held from 6-8 p.m. on May 5 and runs through May 19.

NULLSPACE 108 E. Adams St., Jacksonville, 716-4202.

The opening reception for “Sequence Variations – New Work

by Mark Estlund” is held from 6-10 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk. The show is on display through June 3.

P.A.ST.A FINE ARTS GALLERY 214 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 824-0251. John Thompson’s “Alice in Wonderland” meets motorcycle culture-themed exhibit “Down the Rabbit Hole” opens from 5-9 p.m. on May 6 during First Friday Art Walk and runs through the month.

SALTWATER GALLERY 81 King St., St. Augustine, 669-5099.

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The opening reception for Jason Fort’s “Deviations – A Focus on Chaos” is held from 5-9 p.m. on May 6 during First Friday Art Walk and includes live music by Bert and the Skinny Lizards. The show runs through May. SIMPLE GESTURES GALLERY 4 E. White St., St. Augustine, 827-9997. Eclectic works by Steve Marrazzo are featured.

SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY 100 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 553-6361. Painter Robert Leedy is the featured artist from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

SNYDER MEMORIAL CHURCH 226 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 634-0303. Jacksonville Jazz Festival poster artist Pamela Miller is featured from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

STUDIO 121 121 W. Forsyth St., Ste. 100, Jacksonville, 612-4247.

Environmental Mixed Media works by artists Joyce Gabiou and Terese Muller are featured from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

THOMAS HAGER/TOWN EDITIONS Sun Trust Tower, 76 S. Laura St., Jacksonville, 232-3733. An exhibit of alternative process photography entitled “Organic Vintage” is featured from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk.

VAULT GALLERY 121 W. Forsyth St., Jacksonville, 535-7252. Jeff Whipple’s “Spasms in The Vault” runs through May 27.

VILLAGE GALLERY AND FRAMING 358B Stiles Ave., Orange Park. 264-7151. The Society of Mixed Media Artists’ juried show “Small Works-Small Treasures” runs from May 10 through June 4. The awards ceremony is held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on May 14.

WATERWHEEL ART GALLERY 5047 First Coast Highway, Fernandina Beach, 261-2535.

Watercolorist Sue Farrior Harden is on display through May. W.B. TATTER STUDIO GALLERY 76 A San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 823-9263. Works by Val Lucas are featured through May. WILLIAMS-CORNELIUS GALLERY Daryl Bunn Studios, 643 Edison Ave., Jacksonville. 525-3368.

Jeff Whipple’s exhibit, “Spasm Compositions,” is shown through May 3.

WOMEN’S CENTER OF JACKSONVILLE 5644 Colcord Ave., Jacksonville, 389-7749. The exhibit “Lasting Impressions” runs through July. Marilyn and Lynn teach a hand-drumming workshop from noon-1 p.m. on May 10.

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LOVE UR MOTHER The conservation-themed event is held from 5-9 p.m. on May 4 at Hemming Plaza, downtown Jacksonville. A fashion show, artists’ displays and food are featured. Proceeds benefit St. Johns Riverkeeper. 359-4462.

WOMEN, WORDS & WISDOM The Women’s Center of Jacksonville presents Gertrude Peele at 5:30 p.m. on May 10 at Theatre Jacksonville, 2032 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville. Peele discusses “A Purpose Filled Journey.” Tickets are $40. Proceeds benefit Expanded Horizons, the Women’s Center’s literacy program. 722-3000. womenscenterofjax.org SAWGRASS VILLAGE ART FESTIVAL This annual festival is held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on May 7 and 8 at Sawgrass Village, at the intersection of A1A and PGA Tour Boulevard, Ponte Vedra. venuesplanning.com CINCO DE MAYO Live music and margaritas are featured from 4 p.m.-2 a.m. on May 5 at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, downtown. 353-1188. jacksonvillelanding.com POTATO & CABBAGE FESTIVAL The annual Hastings Potato & Cabbage Festival is held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on May 7 at Hastings Recreation Field & City Hall, 6140 S. Main St., Hastings. A farmer’s market, hot air balloon rides, a 5K Spud Run and food are featured.

Lonesome Bert & The Skinny Lizards, The Mike Hart Band, The South Woods Elementary School Rock Band, Billy Buchanan, Amy Hendrickson & The Prime Directive and Willie Green perform. 471-1965.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL LECTURE The St. Augustine Archaeological Association presents Chuck Meide, Administrative Director of the Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program; Sarah Miller, Director of the Northeast Region of the Florida Public Archaeology Network; and Robin Moore, St. Johns County Historic Research Specialist, at 7 p.m. on May 3 at Flagler College’s Flagler Room, 74 King St., St. Augustine. Admission is free.

SAAA.shutterfly.com SUSTAINABLE HARVEST INTERNATIONAL The Sierra Club Northeast Florida Group presents Joy Urban at 7 p.m. on May 9 at Lakewood Presbyterian Church, 2001 University Blvd. W., Jacksonville. Urban discusses preserving the planet’s tropical rainforests while overcoming poverty. Admission is free. 247-1876.

DURKEEVILLE SPRING FLING The Durkeeville Historical Society holds its Spring Fling Oldies But Goodies Dance from 7 p.m.-midnight on May 7 at Scottish Rite Hall, Sixth and Main, Jacksonville. DJ Rodney Hurst Sr. is featured. Donation is $25; BYOB. 5989567. durkeevillehistoricalsociety.org BEACHES GREEN MARKET Local produce, all-natural beef, organic eggs and coffees and crafts are offered from 2-5 p.m. every Sat. in Jarboe Park, corner of Florida Boulevard and Third Street, Neptune Beach. beacheslocalfoodnetwork.web RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Candy Lee, Valerie June, Lauren Fincham and Alissa

Leonard perform on May 7 at Riverside Arts Market, held beneath the Fuller Warren Bridge on Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville. The water taxi service is now running.

The Arts Market features local and regional artists, performers, bands and a farmers market from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Sat. Admission is free. 554-6865, 389-2449. riversideartsmarket.com SOUNDS ON CENTRE The Historic Fernandina Business Association presents a free community concert, featuring the band Big Vic & the Screaming Deacons, from 6-8 p.m. on May 6 in downtown Fernandina Beach, between Second and Front streets. The concert is held on the first Friday of each month through October. Bring a chair. downtownfernandina.com POPS AT THE BEACH The Beaches Fine Arts Series present the 17th annual Mother’s Day concert featuring the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, guest conductor Fawzi Haimor, performing music from the movies, the opera and Broadway at 7:30 p.m. on May 8 at SeaWalk Pavilion, Jax Beach. Bring lawn chairs or blanket. Admission is free.

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DOWNTOWN GOVERNANCE Downtown Vision and the Urban Land Institute of North Florida present “Downtown In-Depth Part 3: Downtown Activation” at 5 p.m. on May 4 at Omni Hotel, 245 W. Water Street, Jacksonville. A panel of downtown experts from Orlando, Shreveport and Tampa share best practices for creating a vibrant downtown. Admission is $25. Register at downtownjacksonville.org CONSERVATION MEETING The Duval Soil & Water Conservation District holds its PROMISE OF BENEFIT monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on May 11 at Duval County Agriculture Center, 1010 McDuff Ave., Jacksonville. 2660088 ext. 3.

ROAD IMPROVEMENT PUBLIC MEETING The St. Johns County Engineering Division holds a public meeting to present improvements planned for the U.S. 1 and S.R. 312 intersection from 3-6 p.m. on May 5 in the Ponce de Leon Mall’s meeting room, 2121 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine. 209-0132.

PEOPLE’S LAW SCHOOL St. Johns Legal Aid Office presents a free seminar, “Landlord/ Tenant Law,” at 4 p.m. on May 10 at Southeast Branch Library, 6670 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine. “Juvenile Issues, Courts and Schools” is discussed on May 17. 827-9921.

JACKSONVILLE JOURNEY The oversight committee of this crime-fighting initiative meets at 4 p.m. on May 19 in Eighth Floor Conference Room 851, Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville.

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She’s all that: Jax Eastside native Gertrude H. Peele, known for her work helping at-risk girls, speaks on “A Purpose Filled Journey” at 5:30 p.m. on May 10 at Theatre Jacksonville, 2032 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville. The event benefits Expanded Horizons, the Women’s Center’s literacy program. Tickets are $40. 722-3000. womenscenterofjax.org

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Proceeds benefit The HEAL Foundation, a non-profit serving those with autism. healautismnow.org fastfashion.jaxstyles.com KING OF THE PIG This inaugural cook-off is held at 4 p.m. on May 7 at Happy Daze Grille & BBQ II, 659 Leonard Taylor Parkway (S.R. 16), Green Cove Springs. Prizes, a bb-gun turkey shoot, putt-putt golf and live music are featured. Proceeds benefit the Clay County Council on Aging. 529-8955.

INTERNATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY Multimedia presentations, kids’ activities, tours and discussions are featured from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 7 at Museum of Science & History and the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville. 396-6674. moshplanetarium.org FOP FOUNDATION CARNIVAL This FOP fundraiser continues from 6-11 p.m. on May 3, 4, 5 and 8, and noon-midnight on May 6 and 7 at St. Johns Square, 12262 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Rides, games, food and free professional wrestling matches on the midway, 8 p.m. on May 5, are featured.

VILANO BRIDGE 5K RUN/WALK North Shores Improvement Association presents the 15th annual run/walk and community flea market at 8 a.m. on May 7, starting at the athletic field on Gardner Avenue behind the Community Center, 120 Meadows Ave., Vilano Beach. The 7 a.m. registration is $20, which includes a T-shirt. vilanobeachfl.com BARK AFTER DARK Clay County Humane Society’s fundraiser is held from 6-10 p.m. on May 7 at Winterbourne Inn at Club Continental, 2143 Astor St., Orange Park. A silent auction, live music, a bachelor auction and dogs for adoption are featured. Tickets are $50. 276-7729. clayhumane.org MARCH FOR BABIES The March of Dimes’ March For Babies is held at 9 a.m.

(8 a.m. registration) on May 7 at Northbank Riverwalk, downtown Jacksonville. To register, visit marchforbabies.org COMMUNITY-WIDE YARD SALE This big community sale is held from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on May 7 at New Life Christian Fellowship, 2701 Hodges Blvd., Jacksonville. 223-6000. nlcf.org GREAT DECISIONS This grassroots world affairs education program is held from 6:30-8 p.m. on May 4 at Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville. “The Caucasus” is the featured topic.

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CONSCIOUS EATING This event features speakers, including dietician George Eisman, as well as music and poetry readings, at noon on May 8 at Ananda Kula, 4154 Herschel St., Jacksonville.

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LAURA DUKSTA Bestselling children’s author Duksta presents her new book, “You are a Gift to the World,” at 7 p.m. on May 5 at The BookMark, 220 First St., Neptune Beach. 241-9026.

HALLIE FOOTE The late playwright Horton Foote’s daughter, the actress Hallie Foote, signs copies of her father’s memoirs, “Farewell” and “Beginnings,” at 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on May 7 at The BookMark, 220 First St., Neptune Beach.

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BOOK SIGNING Author Grant Payne signs copies of his latest novel, “Password Novus Orsa,” from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. on May 4 during First Wednesday Art Walk at the Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville. 630-1420.

MARY ALICE MONROE Bestselling author and conservationist Monroe signs copies of her new book, “The Butterfly’s Daughter,” at 4 p.m. on May 10 at The BookMark, 220 First St., Neptune Beach.

241-9026. Monroe is also on hand at 9 a.m. on May 10 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 801 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach. Tickets are $50 and proceeds benefit the Wild Amelia Nature Festival. wildamelia.com STACIE KERSCHNER Area author Kerschner signs copies of her new children’s book, “Remember Love,” from noon-2 p.m. on May 7 at Barnes & Noble, 11112 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin.

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TEEN MUSIC JAM NIGHT Teens gather from 7-10 p.m. on May 7 at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2487 A1A S., St. Augustine. The $5 admission includes pizza, snacks and drinks. (207) 289-9571.

CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK St. Johns County Public Library System celebrates book week with Bingo for Books & Craft at 6 p.m. on May 3 at Southeast Branch, 6670 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine. A storytime is held at 10:30 a.m. on May 4. Gaming Careers Workshop for tweens and teens ages 11-18 is held from 4-5 p.m. on May 4 at Ponte Vedra Branch, 101 Library Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 827-6950. A Bedtime Storytime is held at 6:30 p.m. on May 4; kids may wear PJs and bring a blanket or stuffed animal; plus, those kids who’ve not yet gotten a library card can do so with a parent or guardian and receive a free children’s book. sjcpls.org

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CARL STRONG The Comedy Zone features All Stars on May 3. Carl Strong, who blends comedy with Motown greats, appears at 8 p.m. on May 4, 5 and 6, at 8 and 10 p.m. on May 7 and at 6 p.m. on May 8 at 3130 Hartley Road, Ramada Inn, Jacksonville.

Tickets are $6-$12. 292-4242.

JACKIE KNIGHT’S COMEDY CLUB Phil Hogan and Long Island Mary appear on May 6 and 7 at the Comedy Club, 3009 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine. Tickets are $12. Open mic contests start on May 12. 461-8843.

LATITUDE 30 COMEDY Comedians appear at 7:45 p.m. on May 5 and 6 and at 6:45 p.m. on May 7 at Latitude 30, 10370 Philips Highway, Southside. Tickets are $10 and $13. 365-5555.

UPCOMING

FLETCHER HIGH ALL-CLASS REUNION May 14, Jax Beach ULTIMATE DOO-WOP SHOW May 20, T-U Center THOMAS SAVES THE DAY May 21, T-U Center STEVE HARVEY & KIRK FRANKLIN May 21, Veterans Memorial Arena NEVER QUIT 5K & BEACH FEST May 21, Jax Beach BILL MAHER May 27, The Florida Theatre BUDDY VALASTRO “THE CAKE BOSS” June 5, T-U Center FOLIO WEEKLY’S BEER FEST June 24, Morocco Shrine Auditorium

NATURE, SPORTS & OUTDOORS

SEA TURTLE FESTIVAL The inaugural North Florida Sea Turtle & Wildlife festival is held from 1-6 p.m. on May 7 at Ponte Vedra Library’s Bird Island Park, 101 Library Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach. Live music by Nice Jacket is featured. bstp.org 5K WITH DONNA The Players holds a 5K run on the Stadium Course at 8 a.m. on May 8 at TPC Sawgrass, 110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach. Proceeds benefit The Donna Foundation and Mayo Clinic. With the $50 race registration fee, participants receive a ticket to Sunday’s final round of The Players. pgatour.com/theplayers MUG RACE The Rudder Club of Jacksonville presents the 58th annual 38.5 nautical-mile Mug Race at 7:30 a.m. on May 7, starting north of the U.S. 17 Bridge on the St. Johns and at the southeast corner of the Buckman Bridge. A party follows the race. 264-4094. rudderclub.com JACKSONVILLE SUNS The hometown Suns — 2010 Southern League Champs — begin a homestand against the Mobile BayBears at 7:05 p.m. on May 9 at the Baseball Grounds, 301 Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Games continue at 7:05 p.m. on May 10, 12 and 13, and at 11:05 a.m. on May 11. General admission is $12.50. 358-2846. jaxsuns.com TALBOT ISLANDS SEA TURTLES A ranger discusses the lifecycle of the sea turtle at 2 p.m. on May 7 at Pavilion 1 at Little Talbot Island State Park, 12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville. No reservations are needed and the program is free with regular park admission. 251-2320. floridastateparks.org/littletalbotisland INVASIVE EXOTIC PLANT REMOVAL The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Fort Mose Historic State Park holds an invasive exotic plant

removal workday from 8 a.m.-noon on May 7 at Ft. Mose State Park, 15 Saratoga Blvd., St. Augustine. Bring gloves, wear long pants, comfy shoes. Water, bags, sunscreen provided. 823-2232. floridastateparks.org BROWN BAG LUNCH LECTURE GTM Research Reserve Graduate Fellowship Student Schuyler van Montfrans discusses marsh ecoculture at noon on May 6 at the Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. Bring a lunch. Free, but reservations are required; call 823-4500.

JAX SHARKS VS IOWA BARNSTORMERS The other local football team takes on the corn-fed squad at 8 p.m. on May 13 at Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 Randolph Blvd., downtown. It’s also Military Appreciation Night. Tickets range from $10-$128. 621-0700. jaxsharks.com

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CAREER FAIR The West Augustine Career Fair is held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on May 4 at Solomon Calhoun Center, 1300 Duval St., St. Augustine. Workshops include legal aid, interview training, restoration of rights, health screenings and educational opportunities. Admission is free. 209-0557.

CHAMBER BEFORE HOURS The Ponte Vedra Chamber of Commerce gathers at 7:30 a.m. on May 4 at Elizabeth’s Café, 1500 Sawgrass Village Drive, Ponte Vedra. Admission is $5 to members and firsttime guests. 285-2004.

UNF ALUMNI JOB FAIR Coggin College of Business holds this job fair from 4-7 p.m. on May 10 at University of North Florida’s University Center, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville. Admission is $300 for businesses, $200 for government and nonprofit agencies. https://unf-csm.symplicity.com/events/AlumniFair2011 AIFBY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Island Council meets from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on May 4 at Applebee’s, 2006 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach. Breakfast is available for $8. 261-3248.

CLASSES & GROUPS

THE LEARNING COMMUNITY An eBay class is held at 4 p.m. on May 4 at 626 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach. A Cinco de Mayo Party prep class is held at 6 p.m. on May 5, followed by dessert-making date night class at 6 p.m. on May 7. 430-0120. tlcnf.com LUNCH & LEARN WORKSHOP Drumming from the heart is held at noon on May 10 at the Women’s Center of Jacksonville, 5644 Colcord Ave., Jacksonville. 722-3000.

FREEDOM FROM ADDICTION Buddhist teacher John Jones offers these classes are held at 7 p.m. on May 7 and 19 and June 2 and 16 at Maitreya Kadampa Buddhist Center, 85 Sailfish Drive, Atlantic Beach.

222-8531. MeditationInJacksonville.org HUMANE SOCIETY VOLUNTEERS The St. Augustine Humane Society recruits and trains volunteers 17 or older for a variety of services including spay shuttle operations, fundraising and building renovations. The necessary forms are found at staughumane.org. 827-8817.

YOGA AT THE GRANARY A yoga class is held at 10:30 a.m. every Thur. at The Granary, 1738 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park. Classes are $12 each. 264-5443.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Do you have a drug problem? Maybe they can help. 3586262, 723-5683. serenitycoastna.org, firstcoastna.org NAR-A-NON This group meets at 8 p.m. every Tue. and Thur. at 4172 Shirley Ave., Avondale. 945-7168.

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU Classes are open to men, women and children, beginning, intermediate and advanced, from 7-9 p.m. every Mon.-Thur., and from 10 a.m.-noon every Sat. at East Coast Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, 7035 Philips Highway, Ste. 7, Jacksonville. The first lesson is free. 554-7800.

SCRABBLE CLUB This Jacksonville group gathers at 1 p.m. every Wed. at Golden Corral, 11470 San Jose Blvd., and every Thur. at Barnes & Noble, 11112 San Jose Blvd. For times, email curtlee59@aol.com. All levels are welcome. 733-1565.

JAX JUGGLERS Future jugglers gather from 6-7 p.m. every second Tue. and every fourth Mon. at San Marco Library’s Balis Center, 1514 LaSalle St., Jacksonville. Admission is free. jaxjugglers.org

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Located inside Nassau Health Foods, The Mustard Seed is Amelia Island’s only organic eatery and juice bar, with an extensive, eclectic menu featuring vegetarian and vegan items. Daily specials include local seafood, free-range chicken and fresh organic produce. Salads, wraps, sandwiches and soups are available — all prepared with Lisa Harter’s impeccable style. Popular items are ginger chicken salad, falafel pitas, black bean burgers and Asian noodles with tuna. Open for breakfast and lunch, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat. nassauhealthfoods.net 833 T.J. Courson Road 904-277-3141

lulu’s at the thompson house

Lulu’s owners, Brian and Melanie Grimley, offer an innovative lunch menu, including po’boys, salads and seafood “little plates” served in the gardens of the historic Thompson House. Dinner features fresh local seafood (Fernandina shrimp is the focus every Thursday), and nightly specials. An extensive wine list and beer are available. Open for lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch on Sun. Reservations are recommended.

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Located in the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation, PLAE serves bistro style cuisine. The full bar lounge at PLAE has become an instant classic, with artistic décor and live entertainment nightly. Open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner daily; reservations accepted.

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Homemade sandwiches, salads and soups are served in a relaxed atmosphere in this charming building in the historic district. Delicious fresh fish specials and theme nights (Pad Thai and curry), plus vegetarian dishes, are also featured. Karibrew Brew Pub & Grub — the only one on the island — offers on-site beers and great burgers and sandwiches.

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29 south eats

This chic, neighborhood bistro has it all — great ambience, fantastic food, an extensive wine list and reasonable prices. The eclectic menu offers traditional world cuisine with a modern whimsical twist and Chef Scotty Schwartz won Best Chef in Folio Weekly’s 2007 Best of Jax readers poll. Open for lunch Tues.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for dinner 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Mon.-Thur., till 10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Brunch is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. 29southrestaurant.com 29 S. Third Street 904-277-7919

brett’s waterway café

Overlooking Fernandina Harbor Marina, Brett’s offers an upscale atmosphere with outstanding food. The extensive luncheon and dinner menus feature daily specials, fresh Florida seafood, chicken and aged beef.

Cocktails, beer and wine. Casual resort wear. Open at 11:30 a.m. daily.

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t-ray’s burger station moon river pizza

Moon River Pizza treats customers like family. Cooked in a brick oven, the pizza is custom-made by the slice (or, of course, by the pie). Set up like an Atlanta-style pizza joint, Moon River also offers an eclectic selection of wine and beers. Open for lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Dine in or take it with you.

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the surf

Enjoy a casual beach atmosphere in the full-service restaurant, bar and huge oceanview deck. Extensive menu features delicious steaks, fresh seafood and nightly specials. Also featuring salads, wraps, burgers, seafood baskets and our famous all-you-can-eat wing specials (Wed. & Sun.). Take-out available. Open at 11 a.m. daily for lunch, dinner and latenight menu. Entertainment nightly and 29 TVs throughout.

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Brand-new Picante offers the vibrant flavors of Peru and Latin America, served in a contemporary atmosphere. The menu includes authentic Peruvian cebiche and home-style empanadas. An extensive selection of boutique South American wines and craft brew beers are offered. A children’s menu and take-out are available. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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T-Ray’s offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items.

In addition to an outstanding breakfast menu, you’ll find some of the best burgers you’ve ever put in your mouth. The Burger Station offers a grilled portabello mushroom burger, grilled or fried chicken salad and much more. The spot where locals grab a bite and go!

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jack & diane’s

The locals’ favorite hangout! Dine inside or on the patio of this cozy, renovated 1887 shotgun home in historic downtown Fernandina. From the crab & shrimp omelet to the steak & tomato pie, “The tastiest spot on Centre” offers food with attitude and unexpected flair. Live music elevates your dining experience to a new level. Come for breakfast, stay for dinner! You’ll love every bite!

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kelley’s courtyard café

From She Crab Soup and salads, fried green tomatoes and a delectable selection of gourmet sandwiches and wraps, visitors to this bright café and patio are treated to a memorable meal.

Signature desserts, vegetarian dishes and catering are available, too. Open Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Dinner 5:30-9pm.

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THE BEECH STREET GRILL Fine dining is offered in a casual atmosphere. The menu includes fresh local seafood, steaks and pasta dishes created with a variety of ethnic influences.

Award-winning wine list. FB. L, Wed.-Fri.; D, nightly; Sun. brunch. 801 Beech St. 277-3662. $$$ BEEF O’BRADY’S FAMILY SPORTS PUB F Signature wings, burgers and sandwiches. BW. TO. L & D, daily. 1916 S. 14th St. 261-0555. (For more locations, visit beefobradys.com) $$ BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ F At the foot of Centre Street, the upscale restaurant overlooks the Harbor Marina. The menu includes daily specials, fresh Florida seafood and an extensive wine list. FB. L & D, daily. 1 S. Front St. 261-2660. $$$ BRIGHT MORNINGS The small café offers freshly baked goods. B & L daily. 105 S. Third St. 491-1771. $$ CAFÉ 4750 An Italian kitchen and wine bar. Chef de Cuisine Garrett Gooch offers roasted sea bass, frutti di mare soup, clam linguini, panatela bruschetta and fresh gelatos. Dine indoors or on the terrace. FB. B, L & D, daily. 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$$ CAFÉ KARIBO F Eclectic cuisine, served under the oaks in historic Fernandina, features sandwiches and chef’s specials.

Alfresco dining. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sat.; L, Sun. & Mon. 27 N. Third St. 277-5269. $$ CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY F European-style breads, pastries, croissants, muffins and pies baked daily. 1014 Atlantic Ave. 491-4663. $ EIGHT Contemporary sports lounge offers burgers, sandwiches, wings and nachos. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Fri. & Sat. The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$ ESPAÑA RESTAURANT & TAPAS Traditional Spanish and Portuguese dishes, tapas and paella are served in a cozy atmosphere. BW, CM. D nightly. 22 S. Fourth St. 261-7700. $$$ FERNANDELI F Classics with a Southern touch, like a onethird-pound devil dog, Reubens and pulled pork. Sandwiches and wraps built to order from fresh cold cuts, tuna, egg and turkey salads. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 17B S. Eighth St. 261-0008. $ GENERAL STORE F This new store has a little bit of everything. Breakfast includes hot rope sausage, lunch features the Redneck Reuben. Deli meats, cheeses, chicken, fish, pizzas and pasta, too. BW. B, L & D, daily. 520 Centre St. 310-6080. $ GENNARO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO F Southern Italian cuisine: pasta, gourmet ravioli, hand-tossed pizzas.

Specialties are margharita pizza and shrimp feast. Bread is baked on-site. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 5 S. Second St., 2619400. 5472 First Coast Highway, Amelia Island, 491-1999. $$ HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFE & BBQ Pulled pork sandwich, chicken salad and walnut chocolate chunk cookie, served in a laid-back atmosphere. BW. CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 7 S. Third St. 321-0707. $$ JACK & DIANE’S F Casual cafe offers steak & eggs, pancakes, Cajun scampi, etouffée, curry pizza, vegan black bean cakes, shrimp & grits, hand-carved steaks. FB. B, L & D, daily. 708 Centre St. 321-1444. $$ JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO Elegant island atmosphere. NY strip steak with sauces, Maine crab cakes, seafood fricassee and roast chicken penne pasta. BW. CM. D, nightly. 14 S. Second St. 321-2558. $$$ KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR F Teppanyaki masters create your meal; plus a 37-item sushi bar. BW. D, Tue.-Sun. Amelia Plaza. 277-8782. $$ KELLEY’S COURTYARD CAFE F She crab soup, salads, fried green tomatoes, sandwiches and wraps are served indoors or out on the patio. Vegetarian dishes are also offered. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 19 S. Third St. 432-8213. $ LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE F An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys, salads and seafood “little plates” served in a historic house. Dinner features fresh local seafood (Fernandina shrimp every Thur.); nightly specials. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sat., brunch on Sun. Reservations recommended. 11 S. Seventh St. 432-8394. $$ MONTEGO BAY COFFEE CAFE Locally owned and operated, serving specialty coffees and fruit smoothies. Dine in or hit the drive-thru. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 463363 S.R. 200, Yulee.

225-3600. $ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Northernstyle pizza by the pie or the slice. Choose from more than 20 toppings. Owner-selected wines and a large beer selection.

BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 925 S. 14th St. 321-3400. $ THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE Organic eatery and juice bar.

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fresh organic produce. Wraps, sandwiches, soups. CM. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 833 T.J. Courson Rd. 277-3141. $$ O’KANE’S IRISH PUB F Rustic, genuine Irish pub up front, eatery in back, featuring daily specials, fish-n-chips, and PROMISE OF BENEFIT soups served in a sourdough bread bowl.

FB. L & D, Mon.Sun. 318 Centre St. 261-1000. $$ PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA F The family restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 520 Centre St. 272-2011. $$ PICANTE GRILL ROTISSERIE BAR Brand-new Picante offers flavors of Peru and Latin America, served in a contemporary atmosphere. The menu includes authentic Peruvian cebiche and homestyle empanadas. BW, CM, TO. B, L & D daily.

464073 S.R. 200, Ste. 2, Yulee. 310-9222. $$ PLAE In Spa & Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation, the cozy venue offers an innovative and PLAEful dining experience. D, nightly. 277-2132. $$$ SALT, THE GRILL Best of Jax 2010 winner. Elegant dining featuring local seafood and produce, served in a contemporary coastal setting. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. 491-6746. $$$$ SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT & MARINA F Dine inside or on the deck. Snow crab legs, fresh fish, shellfish dishes. FB. L & D, daily. 9716 Heckscher Dr., Ft. George Island. 251-2449. $$ SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL F Oceanfront dining; local seafood, shrimp, crab cakes, outdoor beachfront tiki & raw bar, covered deck and kids’ playground. CM, FB. L & D, daily.

1998 S. Fletcher Ave. 277-6652. $$ THE SURF F Dine inside or on large oceanview deck.

Steaks, fresh fish, shrimp and nightly specials. Late-night menu. FB. L & D, daily. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. 261-5711. $$ T-RAY’S BURGER STATION F A favorite local spot; Best of Jax 2010 winner. Grilled or blackened fish sandwiches, homemade burgers. BW, TO. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 202 S. Eighth St. 261-6310. $ 29 SOUTH EATS F Part of historic Fernandina Beach’s downtown scene. Award-winning Chef Scotty serves traditional world cuisine with a modern twist. L, Tue.-Sat.; D, Mon.-Sat.; Sun. brunch. 29 S. Third St. 277-7919. $$

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EAST COAST BUFFET F A 160+ item Chinese, Japanese, American and Italian buffet. Dine in, take out. FB. L & D, Mon.Sat.; Sun. brunch. 9569 Regency Sq. Blvd. N. 726-9888. $$ GENE’S SEAFOOD F Serving fresh Mayport shrimp, fish, oysters, scallops, gator tail, steaks and combos. L & D, daily.

6132 Merrill Rd. 744-2333. $$ KABUTO JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE & SUSHI BAR F This restaurant offers steak & shrimp, filet mignon & lobster, shrimp & scallops, a sushi bar, teppanyaki grill and traditional Japanese cuisine. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10055 Atlantic Blvd.

724-8883. $$$ LA NOPALERA Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Intracoastal.

8818 Atlantic Blvd. 720-0106.

MEEHAN’S TAVERN F This Irish pub and restaurant serves beef and Guinness stew, Philly cheese steak sandwiches, traditional lamb stew and jalapeño poppers, made fresh onsite, in a comfy atmosphere. Wifi, HDTVs, non-smoking.

BW. L & D, Wed.-Sun. 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 5. 551-7076. $$ ORANGE TREE HOT DOGS F Orange Tree serves hot dogs with slaw, chili cheese or sauerkraut, as well as personal size pizzas. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9501 Arlington Expwy., Regency Square. 721-3595. (orangetreehotdogs.com) $ PITA EXPRESS Philly, chicken fajita, falafel, chicken Caesar salad and eggplant parmigiana pitas, plus omelets and pancakes. CM. B, L & D, daily. 2754 Trollie Lane. 674-2637. $ REGENCY ALE HOUSE & RAW BAR Generous portions and friendly service in a nautical atmosphere. Fresh fish, specialty pastas, fresh oysters and clams. BW. L & D, daily. 9541 Regency Square Blvd. S. 720-0551. $$ TREY’S DELI & GRILL F Fresh food served in a relaxed atmosphere. Burgers, Trey’s Reuben, deli sandwiches, pork, steaks, seafood, pies. Prime rib specials every Fri. night. CM, BW. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 2044 Rogero Rd. 744-3690. $$

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BEETHOVEN’S BAGEL BISTRO All-day breakfast with French toast & bagels. Lunch is deli, wraps, Reubens, paninis; dinner offers paella, chicken & dumplings. CM, BYOB. B, L & D, Wed.Sat.; B & L, Sat. & Sun. 5917 Roosevelt Blvd. 771-6606. $$ BISCOTTIS F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Mozzarella bruschetta, Avondale pizza, sandwiches, espresso, cappuccino. Revolving daily specials. B, Tue.-Sun.; L & D, daily. 3556 St. Johns Ave. 387-2060. $$$ THE BLUE FISH RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR Fresh seafood, steaks and more are served in a casual atmosphere.

Half-portions are available. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 3551 St. Johns Ave., Shoppes of Avondale. 387-0700. $$$ BRICK RESTAURANT F Creative all-American fare like tuna tartare, seaweed salad and Kobe burger. Outside dining. FB. L & D, daily. 3585 St. Johns Ave. 387-0606. $$$ THE CASBAH F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Middle Eastern cuisine is served in a friendly atmosphere. BW. L & D, daily.

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ESPETO BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE F Gauchos carve the meat onto your plate from serving tables. FB. D, Tue.-Sun., closed Mon. 4000 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 40. 388-4884. $$$ THE FOX RESTAURANT F Best of Jax 2010 winner. The Fox has been a Jacksonville landmark for 50-plus years.

Owners Ian and Mary Chase serve classic diner-style fare, featuring homemade desserts. B & L daily. 3580 St. Johns Ave. 387-2669. $ ORSAY Best of Jax 2010 winner. The French/American bistro focuses on craftsmanship and service. FB. D, Tues.-Sat. 3630 Park St. 381-0909. $$$ RUAN THAI F The elegant Avondale restaurant offers authentic Thai cuisine, including curries and pad dishes. CM, FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 3951 St. Johns Ave. 384-6665. $$$ TOM & BETTY’S F A Jacksonville tradition for more than 30 years, Tom & Betty’s serves hefty sandwiches with classic car themes, along with homemade-style dishes. CM, FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4409 Roosevelt Blvd. 387-3311. $$ ’town F Owner Meghan Purcell and Executive Chef Scott Ostrander bring farm-to-table to Northeast Florida at the new Avondale restaurant, offering American fare with an emphasis on sustainability. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 3611 St. Johns Ave. 345-2596. $$

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AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Beaches. 8060 Philips Hwy. 731-4300. $ BROADWAY RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA F Family-ownedand-operated New York-style pizzeria serves hand-tossed, brick-oven-baked pizza, and traditional Italian dinners, wings, subs. Dine-in or delivered. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3. 519-8000. $$ BOWL OF PHO F This restaurant offers traditional Vietnamese noodle soup and authentic favorites like spring rolls, shrimp wraps and egg rolls. Big portions and a laidback atmosphere. 9902 Old Baymeadows Rd. 646-4455. $$ CAFE CONFLUENCE F This European coffeehouse serves Italian specialty coffees and smoothies, along with paninis, salads and European chocolates. Outdoor dining. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 8612 Baymeadows Rd. 733-7840. $ CHA-CHA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT F Owner Celso Alvarado offers authentic Mexican fare with 26 combo dinners and

specialty dishes including chalupas, enchiladas and burritos.

FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9551 Baymeadows Rd. 737-9903. $$ CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F Chicago-style deepdish pizzas, hot dogs, Italian beef dishes from the Comastro family, serving authentic Windy City favorites for 25+ years.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 8206 Philips Hwy. 731-9797. $$ DEERWOOD DELI & DINER F The ’50s-style diner serves malts, shakes, Reubens, Cubans, burgers, and traditional breakfast items. CM. B & L, daily. 9934 Old Baymeadows Rd. 641-4877. $$ THE FIFTH ELEMENT F The first four elements are earth, water, air and fire — but here they prepare authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes with artistic flair. Lunch buffet includes lamb, goat, chicken, tandoori and biryani items. CM. L & D, daily. 9485 Baymeadows Rd. 448-8265. $$ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F See Orange Park. 8650 Baymeadows Rd. 448-0500. $$ INDIA RESTAURANT F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Extensive menu of entrées, clay-oven grilled Tandoori specialties and chicken tandoor, fish, seafood and korma. L, Mon.-Sat., D, daily. 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8. 620-0777. $$ LARRY’S GIANT SUBS F With locations all over Northeast Florida, Larry’s piles subs up with fresh fixins and serves ’em fast. Some Larry’s Subs offer B & W and/or serve breakfast.

CM. L & D, daily. 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 9 (Goodby’s Creek), 737-7740; 8616 Baymeadows Rd. 739-2498. larryssubs.com $ LEMONGRASS F Upscale Thai cuisine in a metropolitan atmosphere. Chef Aphayasane’s innovative creations include roast duckling and fried snapper. BW. R. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 9846 Old Baymeadows Rd. 645-9911. $$ MANDALOUN MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE F This Lebanese restaurant offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine: lahm meshwe, kafta khoshkhas and baked filet of red snapper. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9862 Old Baymeadows Rd. 646-1881. $$ MAYURI INDIAN CUISINE F Traditional Indian items include tandoori specials, South Indian, Indo-Chinese, vegetarian, biryani and thali style dishes. BW. L & D. 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 10. 448-5999. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax 2010 winner. The organic supermarket offers a full deli and a hot bar with fresh soups, quesadillas, rotisserie chicken and vegan sushi, as well as a fresh juice and smoothie bar. 11030 Baymeadows Rd. 260-2791. $

OMAHA STEAKHOUSE Center-cut beef, fresh seafood and sandwiches served in an English tavern atmosphere. The signature dish is a 16-ounce bone-in ribeye. Desserts include crème brûlée. FB. L & D, daily. 9300 Baymeadows Rd., Embassy Suites Hotel. 739-6633. $$ PATTAYA THAI GRILLE F Serving traditional Thai and vegetarian items and a 40-plus item vegetarian menu in a contemporary atmosphere. B/W. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1. 646-9506. $$ PIZZA PALACE F See San Marco. 3928 Baymeadows Rd. 527-8649. $$ STICKY FINGERS F Memphis-style rib house specializes in barbecue ribs served several ways. FB. L & D, daily. 8129 Point Meadows Way. 493-7427. $$

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A LA CARTE Authentic New England fare like Maine lobster rolls, fried Ipswich clams, crab or clam cake sandwich, fried shrimp basket, haddock sandwich, clam chowdah, birch beer and blueberry soda. Dine inside or on the deck. TO. L, Fri.Tue. 331 First Ave. N. 241-2005. $$ AL’S PIZZA F Serving hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, calzones and Italian entrees for more than 21 years. Voted Best Pizza by Folio Weekly readers from 1996-2010. BW. L & D, daily. 303 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-0002. $ ANGIE’S SUBS F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Subs are madeto-order fresh. Serious casual. Wicked good iced tea. 1436 Beach Blvd. 246-2519. $ ATOMIC FLYING FISH SEAFOOD TACO GRILL Beach-casual with Cali-style fish, steak, blackened gator tacos and sides. L & D, daily. 309 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 372-0882. $$ BEACH BUDS CHICKEN F This cozy, family-owned place serves marinated fried or baked chicken: family meals (kids like Peruvian nuggets), giant tenders, in box lunches and as Mini-Me sandwiches, along with gizzards, livers, 15 sides and fried or blackened shrimp, fish, conch fritters, deviled crabs. TO. L & D, daily. 1289 Penman Road. 247-2828. $ BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET F The full fresh seafood market serves seafood baskets, fish tacos, oyster baskets and Philly cheesesteaks. Dine indoors or outside. Beach delivery. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 120 S. Third St. 444-8862. $$ BONGIORNO’S PHILLY STEAK SHOP F South Philly’s Bongiorno family imports Amoroso rolls for Real Deal cheesesteak, Original Gobbler, clubs, wraps, burgers and dogs. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2294 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach. 246-3278. $$ BONO’S PIT BAR-B-Q F Baby back ribs, fried corn, sweet potatoes. BW. L & D, daily. 1307 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach.

270-2666. 1266 S. Third St. 249-8704. bonosbarbq.com $ THE BRASSERIE & BAR French/European-style bistro and bar offers coq au vin, French onion soup, fritto misto, Moroccan-style lamb shank. FB. D, Tue.-Sun. 1312 Beach Blvd. 249-5800. $$$ BUDDHA’S BELLY F Authentic Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients using tried-and-true recipes. FB, TO. L & D, daily.

301 10th Ave. N. 712-4444. $$ CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA F Homemade-style Mexican items are fajitas, enchiladas and fried ice cream, plus margaritas. FB. D, nightly. 127 First Ave. N. 249-3322. $$ CARIBBEE KEY F Best of Jax 2010 winner. AmerCaribbean cuisine includes seafood, steaks and sandwiches. Open-air deck bar upstairs; outdoor dining downstairs. FB. L & D, daily.

100 N. First St., Neptune Beach. 270-8940. $$ CASA MARIA See Springfield. 2429 S. Third St. 372-9000.

CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows.

320 N. First St. 270-8565. $$ COPPER TOP SOUTHERN AMERICAN CUISINE F The menu features favorites from The Homestead, like fried chicken, homemade-style biscuits and cornbread, served in a family atmosphere inside a cozy log cabin. CM, FB. Sun. brunch; D, daily. 1712 Beach Blvd. 249-4776. $$ CRAB CAKE FACTORY JAX F Chef Kahn Vongdara presents an innovative menu of seafood dishes and seasonal favorites.

FB. L & D daily. The Factory’s Ashley Hayek is a 2010 Best of Jax winner for Best Bartender. 1396 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza. 247-9880. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax 2010 winner, serving burgers, sandwiches, nachos, tacos, quesadillas and cheese fries. 319 23rd Ave. S. 270-0356. $ CULHANE’S IRISH PUB Four Culhane sisters own and operate the authentic Irish pub, featuring Guy Fieri’s (“Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives”) fave items — Guinness stew, lamb sliders and fish pie. L, Fri.-Sun.; D, Tue.-Sun.; weekend brunch. FB, CM. 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-9595. $$ DICK’S WINGS F This NASCAR-themed place serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features half-pound burgers, ribs and salads. BW, TO. L & D daily. 2010 Best of Jax winner for Best Chicken Wings. 2434 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach, 372-0298. 311 N. Third St., 853-5004. $ DWIGHT’S The Mediterranean-style bistro features fresh local seafood, filet mignon, mixed grill and an extensive wine list. D, Tue.-Sat. 1527 Penman Rd. 241-4496. $$$$ ENGINE 15 BREWING COMPANY F This new Jax Beach restaurant serves gastropub fare like soups, salads, flatbreads and specialty sandwiches, including BarBe-Cuban and beer dip. Daily specials, too. CM, BW. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217. 249-2337. $

EUROPEAN STREET F See San Marco. 992 Beach Blvd.

249-3001. $ FIONN MACCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT Casual dining with uptown Irish flair, including fish and chips, Guinness beef stew and black-and-tan brownies. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 333 N. First St. 242-9499. $$ THE FISH COMPANY F Fresh, local seafood is served, including Mayport shrimp, fish baskets, grilled tuna and an oyster bar. L & D, daily. CM, FB. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach. 246-0123. $$ HALA SANDWICH SHOP & BAKERY Authentic Middle Eastern favorites include gyros, shwarma, pita bread, made promise of fresh daily. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 1451 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 249-2212. $$ HOT DOG HUT F Best of Jax 2010 winner. All-beef hot dogs, sausages, hamburgers, crab cakes, beer-battered onion rings and French fries. B. L, daily. 1439 Third St. S. 247-8886. $ ICHIBAN F Three dining areas: teppan or hibachi tables (watch a chef prepare your food), a sushi bar and Westernstyle seating offering tempura and teriyaki. FB, Japanese plum wine. L & D, daily. 675 N. Third St. 247-4688. $$ LYNCH’S IRISH PUB Best of Jax 2010 winner. The full-service restaurant offers corned beef and cabbage, Shepherd’s pie and fish-n-chips. 30+ beers on tap. FB. L, Sat. & Sun., D, daily. 514 N. First St. 249-5181. $$ MEZZA LUNA RISTORANTE F A Beaches tradition for 20+ years. Favorites are Szechuan ahi tuna, lasagna Bolognese and wood-fired pizza. Inside or patio. Extensive wine list. CM, FB. D, Mon.-Sat. 110 First St., Neptune Beach. 249-5573. $$$ MIMI’S SPORTS GRILLE East meets West: Every dish is infused with Asian style and ingredients, including lumpia, yaki tori and several kinds of sushi. FB. L & D daily. 1021 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 270-1030. $$ MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Traditional slow-cooked Southern barbecue served in a blues bar atmosphere. Favorites are pulled pork, Texas brisket and slow-cooked ribs. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 1500 Beach Blvd. 247-6636. $$ MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN F For 25 years, Monkey’s has served pub grub, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and wings.

Dine inside or out on the patio. FB. L & D, daily. 1850 S. Third St. 246-1070. $ NORTH BEACH BISTRO Casual dining with an elegant touch, like slow-cooked veal osso buco; calypso crusted mahi mahi with spiced plantain chips. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach. 372-4105. $$$ OCEAN 60 Best of Jax 2010 winner. A prix fixe menu is offered. Continental cuisine, with fresh seafood, nightly specials and a changing seasonal menu. Dine in a formal dining room or casual Martini Room. D, Mon.-Sat. 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 247-0060. $$$ PACO’S MEXICAN GRILL Serving Baja-style Mexican cuisine, featuring carne asada, tacos, burritos, fish tacos and shrimp burritos. CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 333 First St. N. 208-5097. $ PARSONS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT F The family-style restaurant has an outdoor patio and an extensive menu, including the mariner’s platter and the Original Dreamboat.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 904 Sixth Ave. S. 249-0608. $$ PHILLY’S FINEST F Authentic Philly-style cheesesteaks are made with imported Amorosa rolls. Hoagies, wings and pizza ... cold beer, too. FB. L & D, daily. 1527 N. Third St. 241-7188. $$ RAGTIME TAVERN SEAFOOD GRILL F The Beaches landmark serves grilled seafood with a Cajun/Creole accent.

Hand-crafted cold beer. FB. L & D, daily. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7877. $$ SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK An array of specialty menu items, including signature tuna poke bowl, fresh rolled sushi, Ensenada tacos and local fried shrimp, in a casual, trendy open-air space.

FB, TO, CM. L & D, daily. 1018 Third St. N. 372-4456. $$ SNEAKERS SPORTS GRILLE F Best of Jax 2010 winner.

111 Beach Blvd. 482-1000. $$ SUN DOG STEAK & SEAFOOD F Eclectic American fare, art deco décor with an authentic diner feel. FB. L & D, daily; Sun. brunch. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 241-8221. $$ TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Fresh, Baja-style Mexican fare, with a focus on fish tacos and tequila, as well as fried cheese, bangin’ shrimp and verde chicken tacos. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 1183 Beach Blvd. 249-8226. $$ THAI ROOM RESTAURANT F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Dine in an intimate setting as Chef Thepsouvanh prepares Thai cuisine like crispy duck or pan-seared Chilean sea bass. BW. L, Mon.-Fri. D, Mon.-Sat. 1286 S. Third St. 249-8444. $$$ TWO DUDES SEAFOOD PLACE F Brand new, serving up-to-the-minute-fresh Mayport seafood, including shrimp, scallops, snapper and oysters in sandwiches or baskets, grilled, blackened or fried. The Dudes’ salad and a Caesar salad are also available. B, TO. L & D daily. 22 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach. 246-2000. $ THE WINE BAR The casual neighborhood place has a tapas-style menu, fire-baked flatbreads and a wine selection.

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CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows.

406 Old Hard Road, Ste. 106. 213-7779. $$ GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET F See Riverside. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 1915 East West Pkwy., 541-0009. $ HONEY B’S CAFE Breakfast includes omelets, pancakes, French toast. Lunch offers entrée salads, quiches and buildyour-own burgers. Peanut butter pie is a customer favorite.

Tea parties are held every Sat. B & L, daily. 3535 U.S. 17, Ste. 8. 264-7325. $$ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Intracoastal.

1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100. 215-2223. $ MERCURY MOON F Appetizers, sandwiches, desserts. Daily specials. TO, FB. L & D, daily. 2015 C.R. 220. 215-8999. $$ MOJO SMOKEHOUSE F Best of Jax 2010 winner. FB. L & D, daily. 1810 Town Ctr. Blvd. 264-0636. $$ ROCKIN RODZ BAR & GRILLE F This place offers fresh fare, like Stratocaster shrimp, Hot Rod gumbo and handmade gourmet Angus burgers, served in a rockin’, upscale casual atmosphere. Dine indoors or out. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 2574 C.R. 220, Stes. 4-7. 276-2000. $$ WHITEY’S FISH CAMP F This renowned seafood place, family-owned since 1963, specializes in AYCE freshwater catfish. Also steaks, pastas. Outdoor waterfront dining. Come by car, boat or bike. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 2032 C.R. 220.

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AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Beaches. 14286 Beach Blvd. (at San Pablo Rd.) 223-0991. $ BRUCCI’S PIZZA, PASTA, PANINIS F Brucci’s offers authentic New York-style pizza, Italian pastas and desserts in a family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36. 223-6913. $ CLIFF’S ROCKIN’ BAR-N-GRILL F Cliff’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, steak, seafood, homemade pizza and daily specials. FB. L & D, daily. Smoking permitted. 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Cobblestone Plaza. 645-5162. $$ ISTANBUL MEDITERRANEAN & ITALIAN CUISINE F A varied menu offers European cuisine including lamb, beef and chicken dishes, as well as pizza and wraps. BW. L & D, daily.

13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 26. 220-9192. $$ JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE & STEAKHOUSE F The menu includes wings, hamburgers, Ahi tuna and handcut steaks.

CM, FB. Daily. 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22. 220-6766. $ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. The family-ownedand-operated restaurant serves authentic Mexican cuisine, like tamales, fajitas and pork tacos, in a casual family atmosphere.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 14333 Beach Blvd. 992-1666. $ MILANO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA Homemade Italian cuisine, including breads, pizzas, calzones and specialty dishes.

BW, CM. L & D, daily. 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 646-9119. $$ TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL F Wings, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood and specialty wraps. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. &

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Sun. 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5. 223-6999. $$ TKO’S THAI HUT F The menu offers Thai fusion, curry dishes, chef’s specials, steaks, healthy options and sushi.

Hookahs are available. Dine inside or on the covered patio.

FB. L & D, daily. 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 46. 647-7546. $$ ZAITOON MEDITERRANEAN GRILL Traditional Mediterranean family recipes are blended to create Spanish, French, Italian and Middle Eastern inspired dishes. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 40, Harbour Village. 221-7066. $$

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AL’S PIZZA Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Beaches. 11190 San Jose Blvd. 260-4115. $ AW SHUCKS F This seafood place features an oyster bar, steaks, seafood, wings and pasta. Favorites are ahi tuna, shrimp & grits, oysters Rockefeller, pitas and kabobs. Sweet potato puffs are the signature side. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd. 240-0368. $$ THE BLUE CRAB CRABHOUSE F A Maryland-style crabhouse featuring fresh blue crabs, garlic crabs, and king, snow and Dungeness crab legs. FB, CM. D, Tue.-Sat.; L & D, Sun. 3057 Julington Creek Rd. 260-2722. $$ BROOKLYN PIZZA F The traditional pizzeria serves New York-style pizza, specialty pies, and subs, strombolis and calzones. BW. L & D, daily. 11406 San Jose Blvd. 288-9211.

13820 St. Augustine Rd. 880-0020. $ CASA MARIA F See Springfield. L & D, daily. 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd. 619-8186. $$ CLARK’S FISH CAMP F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Clark’s has steak, ribs, AYCE catfish dinners, 3-pound prime rib. Dine in, out or in a creek-view glass-enclosed room. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. & Sun. 12903 Hood Landing Rd. 268-3474. $$ DON JUAN’S RESTAURANT F Authentic Mexican dishes prepared daily from scratch, served in a casual atmosphere.

FB, CM. L & D, daily. 12373 San Jose Blvd. 268-8722. $$ GIGI’S RESTAURANT Breakfast buffet served daily, lunch buffet weekdays. The Comedy Zone (Best of Jax 2010 winner) has an appetizer menu. FB. B, L & D, daily. I-295 & San Jose Blvd. (Ramada Inn). 268-8080. $$ (Fri. & Sat. buffet, $$$) HALA CAFE & BAKERY F See Southside. 9735 Old St. Augustine Rd. 288-8890. $$ KOBE JAPANESE RESTAURANT The fusion-style sushi restaurant offers oyster shooters, kobe beef shabu-shabu, Chilean sea bass and filet mignon. BW & sake. L & D, daily.

11362 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8. 288-7999. $$ LET’S NOSH F The authentic Jewish deli offers a full breakfast, lunch, brunch and full-service deli counter. Real New York water bagels, bread baked on site and desserts.

CM. B & L, daily. 9850 San Jose Blvd. 683-8346. $ MAMA FU’S ASIAN HOUSE MSG-free pan-Asian cuisine prepared to order in woks using fresh ingredients. Authentic Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai dishes. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 11105 San Jose Blvd. 260-1727. $$ MANDARIN ALE HOUSE A laid-back atmosphere with 30plus beers on tap. FB. L & D, daily. 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 19. 292-0003. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Organic supermarket with full deli and salad bar serving wraps, quesadillas, chopped salads, vegetarian dishes. Fresh juice and smoothie bar. Indoor and outdoor seating. Mon.-Sat. 10000 San Jose Blvd. 260-6950. $ PICASSO’S PIZZERIA F Picasso’s specializes in handtossed gourmet pizza, calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta. Fresh local seafood and steaks. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 10503 San Jose Blvd.

80-0811. $$ WHOLE FOODS MARKET F 100+ prepared items at a fullservice and self-service hot bar, soup bar, dessert bar. Madeto-order Italian specialties from a brick oven pizza hearth. L & D, daily. 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 22. 288-1100. $$

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ARON’S PIZZA F This family-owned restaurant offers eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizza. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 650 Park Ave. 269-1007. $$ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F For 18-plus years, the sports-themed

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BLACKSTONE GRILLE The menu blends flavors from a variety of cultures and influences for modern American fusion cuisine, served in a bistro-style setting. FB. L & D, Mon.-Fri., D, Sat.; Sun. brunch. 112 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 102. 287-0766. $$$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA F See Intracoastal. 540 S.R. 13, Ste. 10, Fruit Cove. 287-8317. $$ CHICAGO PIZZA BAKERY & PUB F Transforms from family restaurant to pub serving Chicago-style deep dish pizza. CM, FB. D, Tue.-Fri., L & D, Sat. & Sun. 107 Nature Walk Pkwy., Ste. 101, 230-9700. $$ HAPPY OURS SPORTS GRILLE F Features wings, big salads, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Sports events on HDTVs. CM, FB. 116 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101. 683-1964. $ PIZZA PALACE F See San Marco. 116 Bartram Oaks Walk.

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L, Mon.-Fri. 126 W. Adams St. 475-1400. $$ BURRITO GALLERY & BAR F Best of Jax 2010 winner.

Southwest cuisine, traditional American salads. Burritos and more burritos. Onsite art gallery. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 21 E. Adams St. 598-2922. $ CAFÉ NOLA AT MOCA JAX On the first floor of Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, Cafe Nola serves shrimp and grits, gourmet sandwiches, fresh fish tacos, homemade desserts. FB. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Thur. 333 N. Laura St. 366-6911 ext. 231. $4 CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows.

The Jacksonville Landing. 354-7747. $$$ CITY HALL PUB On the Trolley route. A sports bar vibe: 16 big-screen HDTVs. Angus burgers, dogs, sandwiches & sides, AYCE wings buffet, soup-n-salad. FB. Free downtown area lunch delivery. L & D, daily. 234 Randolph Blvd. 356-6750. $$ DE REAL TING CAFE F The popular restaurant offers a Caribbean lunch buffet Tue.-Fri. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 128 W. Adams St. 633-9738. $ INDOCHINE Serving Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine in the core of downtown. Signature dishes include favorites like chicken Satay, soft shell crab, and mango and sticky rice for dessert. BW, FB, TO. L, Mon.-Fri., D, Tue.-Sat. 21 E. Adams St. 598-5303. $$ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE Family-owned-and-operated.

Jenkins offers beef, pork, chicken, homemade desserts. L & D, daily. 830 N. Pearl St. 353-6388. $ JULIETTE’S & J-BAR Serving dinner before (or dessert after) a show. Breakfast buffet. J-Bar serves bistro-inspired small plates. FB. Daily. Omni Hotel, 245 W. Water St. 355-6664. $$$ KOJA SUSHI F Sushi, Japanese, Asian and Korean cuisine.

Indoor and outdoor dining and bar. FB. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing. 350-9911. $$ THE SKYLINE DINING & CONFERENCE CENTER Weekday lunch includes salad bar, hot meals and a carving station.

L, Mon.-Fri.; L, Sun. upon request. FB. 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 3550. 791-9797. $$ ZODIAC GRILL F Serving Mediterranean cuisine and American favorites, with a popular lunch buffet. BW. B & L, daily. 120 W. Adams St. 354-8283. $

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FB. L & D, daily. 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd. 425-6466. $$ THE HILLTOP CLUB She-crab soup, scallops, prime beef, wagyu beef, chicken Florentine and stuffed grouper. Chef Nick’s salmon is a favorite. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. 2030 Wells Rd. 272-5959. $$ JOEY MOZARELLAS This Italian restaurant’s specialty is the 24-slice pizza: 18”x26” of fresh ingredients and sauces made daily. CM, TO. L & D, daily. 930 Blanding Blvd. 579-4748. $$ PASTA MARKET & CLAM BAR F This family-owned-andoperated restaurant offers gourmet pizzas, veal, chicken and mussels, shrimp and grouper dishes and (of course) pastas: spaghetti, fettucine, lasagna, ziti, calzones, linguini, tortolini and ravioli, all made with fresh ingredients, homemade-style.

Daily specials. CM, BW, sangria. 1930 Kingsley Ave. 2769551. D, nightly. $$ POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA F Pizzas are baked in coal-fired ovens. Popular pizzas include Health Choice and Mozzarella. Coal-fired sandwiches and wings, too. BW. L & D, daily. 2134 Park Ave. 264-6116. $$ THE ROADHOUSE F Burgers, wings, deli sandwiches and popular lunches are served. FB. L & D, daily. 231 Blanding Blvd. 264-0611. $ THAI GARDEN F Traditional Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, served in a relaxed atmosphere. Curry dishes and specialty selections with authentic Thai flavors. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, nightly. 10 Blanding Blvd., Ste. A. 272-8434. $$

PONTE VEDRA, NE ST. JOHNS AL’S PIZZA F Homemade breads, pizza, white pizza, calzones and Italian entrees. Voted Best Pizza in Jax by Folio Weekly readers from 1996-2010. BW. L & D, daily. 635 A1A. 543-1494. $ AQUA GRILL Upscale cuisine offers fresh seafood, Angus steaks, Maine lobster and vegetarian dishes. Outdoor patio seating. FB. L, Mon.-Sat.; D, nightly. 950 Sawgrass Village Dr. 285-3017. $$$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA F Authentic New York-style pizza, Italian pastas, paninis, desserts. Family atmosphere. CM. L & D, daily. 880 A1A, Ste. 8. 280-7677. $$ CAFFE ANDIAMO Traditional Italian cuisine features fresh seafood, veal, homemade pastas and wood-fired pizza prepared in a copper clad oven. An extensive wine list is offered in a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Dine indoors or Out on the terrace. L & D, daily. 500 Sawgrass Village. 280-2299. $$$ KARMA This homey place offers favorites from here and abroad, including burgers, wings, pastas, salads and apps, prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Outdoor dining is available. Brunch menu on Sat. & Sun. CM, FB. L, Sat. & Sun.; D, daily. 822 A1A N., Ste. 105. 834-3942. $$ LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE F On the Intracoastal Waterway, LuLu’s can be reached by car or by boat. Seafood, steaks and pasta dishes with a sophisticated flair. FB. L & D, daily; Sun. brunch. 301 N. Roscoe Blvd. 285-0139. $$ NINETEEN AT TPC SAWGRASS In Sawgrass’ Tournament Players Club, Nineteen features more than 230 wines and freshly prepared American and Continental cuisine, including local seafood, served inside or al fresco on the verandah. L & D, daily. 110 Championship Way. 273-3235. $$$ PUSSER’S BAR & GRILLE F Freshly prepared Caribbean cuisine, including red snapper Ponte Vedra Jamaican grilled

pork ribs and barbecued salmon tower. Tropical rum drinks feature Pusser’s Painkiller. FB. L & D, daily. 816 A1A N., Ste. 100. 280-7766. L, $$; D, $$ RESTAURANT MEDURE Chef Matthew Medure offers his eclectic cuisine featuring local and imported seafood with Southern and Asian influences. F/B. D, Mon.-Sat. 818 A1A N. 543-3797. $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Best of Jax 2010 winner. See San Marco. 8141 A1A. 285-0014. $$$$ SIMPLE FAIRE F Simple Faire offers breakfast and lunch favorites, featuring Boar’s Head meats and cheeses served on fresh bread. Daily specials. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3020 Hartley Rd., Ste. 110. 683-2542. $$ 619 OCEAN VIEW Dining with a Mediterranean touch, featuring fresh seafood, steaks and nightly specials. FB, CM. D, Wed.-Sun. 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Cabana Beach Club.

285-6198. $$$ URBAN FLATS Ancient world-style flatbread is paired with fresh regional and seasonal ingredients in wraps, flatwiches and entrées, served in a casual, urban atmosphere. An international wine list is offered. FB. L & D, daily. 330 A1A N. 280-5515. $$

RIVERSIDE, 5 POINTS, WESTSIDE AJ’S ON PARK STREET AJ’s is a casual barbecue spot serving smoked St. Louis-style ribs, pulled pork, smoked brisket, seafood and dishes made with a Latin touch. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 630 Park St. 598-0188. $$ AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Beaches. 1620 Margaret St. 388-8384. $ BAKERY MODERNE F The neighborhood bakery offers classic pastries, artisanal breads, seasonal favorites, all made from scratch, including popular petit fours and custom cakes.

B & L, daily. 869 Stockton St., Ste. 6, Riverside. 389-7117. $ CARMINE’S PIE HOUSE The brand-new Italian eatery serves pizza by the slice, gourmet pizzas, appetizers, classic Italian dishes — calzone, stromboli, subs, panini — wings, and microbrews in a casual atmosphere. BW, CM, TO, delivery.

2677 Forbes St. 387-1400. $$ COOL MOOSE F Classic sandwiches, eclectic wraps and desserts. An extensive gourmet coffee menu with Green Mountain coffees and frozen coffee drinks. B & L, daily.

Brunch, Sun. 2708 Park St. 381-4242. $ CROSS CREEK See Springfield. 850 S. Lane Ave. 783-9579. $$ EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ F See San Marco. 2753 Park St. 384-9999. $ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F See Orange Park. 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135. $$ GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET F A deli, organic and natural grocery, and juice & smoothie bar offers teas, coffees, gourmet cheeses; natural, organic and raw items. Grab-andgo sandwiches, salads and sides. Craft beers, organic wines.

B, L & D, Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 2007 Park St. 384-4474. $ HJ’S BAR & GRILL Traditional American fare: burgers, sandwiches, wraps and platters of ribs, shrimp and fish. CM, FB. L & D, Sat. & Sun., D, Mon.-Fri. 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1. 317-2783. $$ HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET F Dine inside or on the patio. Mediterranean entrées include lamb, and beef gyros. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 2005-1 Park St. 381-9394. $ JACKSONS GRILL The locally owned spot has an original

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this is a copyright protected proof © menu of fried pickle chips, Rockin’ Ranch burgers, gumbo and sandwiches. BW, TO. B, L & D, daily. 1522 King St. 384-8984. $$ JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILL F A Riverside tradition, serving 60+ fresh deli and grill items, including hot sandwiches. L, Mon.-Fri. 474 Riverside Ave. 356-8055. $ MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ Smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homemade-style sides include green beans, baked beans, red cole slaw, collards. BW, CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4838 Highway Ave., 389-5551. $$ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Amelia Island. 1176 Edgewood Ave. S. 389-4442. $ MOSSFIRE GRILL F Southwestern menu with ahi tuna tacos, goat cheese enchiladas and gouda quesadillas. Dine inside or on the patio. FB. L & D, daily. 1537 Margaret St. 355-4434. $$ O’BROTHERS IRISH PUB F Innovative Irish fare and traditional faves are offered, like lambburger with Stilton crust, Guinness mac & cheese, Shepherd’s pie and fish-nchips — plus 18 beers on tap. L, daily except Mon.; D, daily.

CM, FB. 1521 Margaret St. 854-9300. $$ PERARD’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE F Traditional Italian fare is prepared with fresh sauces and dough made from scratch daily, along with a large selection of gourmet pizza toppings. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2. 378-8131. $ PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS F Upscale billiards hall has burgers, steak, deli sandwiches, wings. Family-friendly, non-smoking. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill. 738-7645. $ PIZZA PALACE ON THE PARK F See San Marco. Outdoor seating. 920 Margaret St., 5 Points. 598-1212. $$ SAKE HOUSE F Japanese grill and sushi bar features sushi, sashimi, katsu, tempura, hibachi and specialty rolls. CM, BW, sake. L & D, daily. 824 Lomax St. 301-1188. $$ SUMO SUSHI F Authentic Japanese fare, traditional to entrees and sushi rolls, spicy sashimi salad, gyoza (pork dumpling), tobiko (flying fish roe), Rainbow roll (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, Calif. roll). BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2726 Park St. 388-8838. $$ TWO DOORS DOWN F Former Tad’s owner offers traditional faves: hotcakes, omelets, burgers, pork chops, liver & onions, fried chicken, sides and desserts. CM, TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 436 Park St. 598-0032. $ WALKERS This nightspot has a tapas menu plus a wide variety of wines, served in a rustic, intimate atmosphere. BW. Tue.-Sat. 2692 Post St. 894-7465. $ WASABI JAPANESE BUFFET F AYCE buffet. Sushi bar, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, steak, seafood. BW. L & D, daily. 1014 Margaret St., Ste. 1, 5 Points. 301-1199. $$

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A1A ALE WORKS F The city’s only brew pub taps seven hand-crafted ales and lagers. A1A specializes in innovative New World cuisine. FB. L & D, daily. 1 King St. 829-2977. $$ AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT F A family-owned-andoperated Italian restaurant offers traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. 461-0102. $$ ANN O’MALLEY’S F Fresh handmade sandwiches, soups, salads and perfectly poured Guinness. Favorites include Reubens and chicken salad. CM, BW, Irish beers on tap. L & D, daily. 23 Orange St. 825-4040. $$ BARNACLE BILL’S BEACHSIDE, BARNACLE BILL’S DOWNTOWN F For 30 years, these family restaurants have served seafood, oysters, gator tail, steak, and popular fried shrimp. FB, CM, TO. Downtown location, L & D daily; beach location, D nightly. 451 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2434. 14 Castillo Drive, 824-3663. $$ BEACH STREET PIZZA New York and Chicago style pizzas, calzones and homemade pasta dishes, all made from fresh ingredients., served in a beach-theme atmosphere. CM. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 4171 A1A S. 461-0910. $$ THE BISTRO AT CULINARY OUTFITTERS Locals lunch on crab cakes, chicken burritos, hamburgers, wraps and soups, made with fresh ingredients. BW, TO. L, Mon.-Fri. 9 S. Dixie Hwy. 829-2727. $ THE BLACK MOLLY BAR & GRILL Brand-new Black Molly Grill serves fresh, local seafood, steaks and pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere. FB, CM. L & D daily. 504 Geoffrey St., Cobblestone Plaza. $$ BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS F Specialty pizzas are Borrillo’s Supreme (extra cheese, pepperoni, sausage), white and vegetarian pizzas. Subs and pasta dinners. L & D, daily. 88 San Marco Ave. 829-1133. $ CAFÉ ATLANTICO Traditional and new Italian dishes served in an intimate space. Master Chef Paolo Pece prepares risotto alla pescatora, with shrimp, scallops and seasonal shellfish, in a parmesan cheese basket. BW. D, nightly. 647 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. 471-7332. $$$ CAP’S ON THE WATER F This Vilano Beach mainstay offers coastal cuisine — tapas platters, cioppino, fresh local shrimp, raw oyster bar — indoors or on an oak-shaded deck.

Boat access. FB. L, Fri.-Sun., D, nightly. 4325 Myrtle St., Vilano Beach. 824-8794. $$ CARMELO’S PIZZERIA F Authentic New York style brickoven-baked pizza, fresh baked sub rolls, Boars Head meats and cheeses, fresh salads, calzones, strombolis and sliced

pizza specials. BW. L & D, daily. 146 King St. 494-6658. $$ CELLAR 6 ART GALLERY & WINE BAR Wolfgang Puck coffees, handmade desserts and light bistro-style fare amid local art. BW. Mon.-Sat. 6 Aviles St. 827-9055. $$ CREEKSIDE DINERY Creekside serves beef, chicken and seafood, with an emphasis on low-country cooking. Outdoor deck with a fire pit. FB. D, nightly.

160 Nix Boatyard Rd. promise of benefit 829-6113. $$ THE FLORIDIAN The downtown restaurant serves innovative Southern fare, made with local farmers’ local food. Signature items: fried green tomato bruschetta, ’N’grits with shrimp, fish or tofu. L & D, Wed.-Mon. 39 Cordova St. 829-0655. $$ GYPSY CAB COMPANY F Best of Jax 2010 winner.

International menu features large portions, reasonable prices.

FB. L & D, daily. 828 Anastasia Blvd. 824-8244. $$ HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILLE F In a historic, twostory house, the New Orleans-style eatery has fresh seafood, steaks, jambalaya, etouffée and shrimp. FB. L & D, daily. 46 Avenida Menendez. 824-7765. $$ HURRICANE PATTY’S F Casual waterfront seafood place features lunch specials, nightly dinners. Dine inside or on the deck. L & D, daily. 69 Lewis Blvd. 827-1822. $$ KINGFISH GRILL At Vilano Bridge’s west end, Kingfish Grill offers casual waterside dining indoors and on the deck, featuring fresh daily catch, house specialties and sushi. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 252 Yacht Club Drive. 824-2111. $$ KINGS HEAD BRITISH PUB F Authentic Brit pub serves fish & chips, Cornish pastie and steak & kidney pie. Tap beers are Guinness, Newcastle and Bass. BW. L & D, Wed.-Sun. 6460 U.S. 1 (4 miles N. of St. Augustine Airport.) 823-9787. $$ THE MANATEE CAFÉ F Serving healthful cuisine using organically grown fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes. B & L, daily. 525 S.R. 16, Ste. 106, Westgate Plaza. 826-0210. $ MANGO MANGO’S BEACHSIDE BAR & GRILL F Caribbean kitchen has comfort food with a tropical twist: coconut shrimp and fried plantains. BW, CM. Outdoor dining. 700 A1A Beach Blvd., (A Street access) St. Augustine Beach. 461-1077. $$ MILL TOP TAVERN F A St. Auggie institution housed in an 1884 building, serving nachos, soups, sandwiches and daily specials. Dine inside or on open-air decks.

At the big mill promise of benefit wheel. FB. L & D, daily. 19 1/2 St. George St. 829-2329. $$ OASIS RESTAURANT & DECK F Just a block from the ocean, with a tropical atmosphere and open-air deck. Steamed oysters, crab legs, burgers. CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 4000 A1A & Ocean Trace Rd., St. Augustine Beach. 471-3424. $ THE ORIGINAL CAFÉ ELEVEN F Eclectic cuisine like feta spinach egg croissant, apple turkey sandwich, pear-berry salad. Daily chef creations. BW. B, L & D, daily. 501 A1A Beach Blvd. 460-9311. B, $; L & D, $$ PURPLE OLIVE INTERNATIONAL BISTRO F Family-ownedand-operated, offering specials, fresh artisan breads. Soups, salad dressings and desserts made from scratch. BW. D, Tue.Sat. 4255 A1A S., Ste. 6, St. Augustine Beach. 461-1250. $$ RAINTREE The restaurant, in a Victorian home, offers a menu with contemporary and traditional international influences. Extensive wine list. FB. D, daily. 102 San Marco Ave. 824-7211. $$$ THE REEF RESTAURANT Casual oceanfront restaurant has an ocean view from every table. Fresh local seafood, steak, pasta dishes and daily chef specials. Outdoor dining. FB, CM, TO. L & D daily. 4100 Coastal Hwy. A1A, Vilano Beach. 824-8008. $$ SCARLETT O’HARA’S Best of Jax 2010 winner. Serving Southern fare, barbecue and seafood. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 70 Hypolita St. 824-6535. $$ SOUTH BEACH GRILL Located off A1A, south of the S.R. 206 bridge, this two-story beachy destination offers casual oceanfront dining and fresh local seafood. Dine indoors or out on a beachfront deck. FB. B, L & D daily. 45 Cubbedge Road, Crescent Beach. 471-8700. $ SUNSET GRILLE Casual Key West style and a seafood-heavy menu — it’s a consistent Great Chowder Debate winner.

Specialties include baby back ribs, lobster ravioli, coconut shrimp and datil pepper wings with bleu cheese dressing.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 421 A1A Beach Blvd. 471-5555. $$$ ZHANRAS F Art-themed tapas-style place has small plate items in a casual, contemporary space. Entrée portions available. CM, FB. D, daily; Sun. brunch. 108 Anastasia Blvd.

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ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER, TINSELTOWN BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE With four dining rooms, BlackFinn offers classic American fare: beef, seafood, pasta, chicken and flatbread sandwiches. Dine indoors or on the patio. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 4840 Big Island Dr. 345-3466. $$ FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES Best of Jax 2010 winner. 13249 City Square Dr. 751-9711. 9039 Southside Blvd., 538-9100.

4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 401. 996-6900. fiveguys.com $ THE FLAME BROILER THE RICE BOWL KING Serving food with no transfat, MSG, frying, or skin on meat. Fresh veggies, steamed brown or white rice along with grilled beef, chicken and Korean short ribs are featured. CM, TO. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9822 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 103. 619-2786. $ THE GRAPE BISTRO & WINE BAR F More than 145 wines, along with a tapas menu of gourmet fare to pair with the wine list. A wide selection of beer is also served. L & D, daily.

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Italian favorites like pizza, calzones, stromboli, and a variety of pasta, seafood and veal dishes grace the menu at Pasta Market and Clam Bar, on Kingsley Avenue in Orange Park.

10281 Midtown Parkway, Ste. 119. 642-7111. $$ ISLAND GIRL WINE & CIGAR BAR F Upscale tropical vibe.

Walk-in humidor, pairing apps and desserts with 25 wines, ports by the glass. 220+ wines by the bottle; draft, bottled beer. L & D, daily. 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115. 854-6060. $$ JOHNNY ANGELS F The menu reflects its ’50s-style décor, including Blueberry Hill pancakes, Fats Domino omelet, Elvis special combo platter. Shakes, malts. B, L & D, daily. 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120. 997-9850. $ LIBRETTO’S PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN F Authentic NYC pizzeria serves Big Apple crust, cheese and sauce, along with third-generation family-style Italian classics, fresh-fromthe-oven calzones, and desserts in a casual, comfy setting. L & D, daily. 4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1. 402-8888. $$ LIME LEAF F Authentic Thai cuisine: fresh papaya salad, pad Thai, mango sweet rice. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Stes. 108 & 109. 645-8568. $$ MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Tossed spring water dough, lean meats, veggies and vegetarian choices make up specialty pizzas, hoagies and calzones. FB. L & D, daily. 9734 Deer Lake Court (at Tinseltown). 997-1955. $ mellowmushroom.com MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET F Featuring seafood, an everchanging menu of more than 180 items includes cedar-roasted Atlantic salmon and seared salt-and-pepper tuna. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 5205 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Ctr. 645-3474. $$$ THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE The recipes, unique to the Pancake House, call for only the freshest ingredients. CM. B, L & D, daily. 10208 Buckhead Branch Dr. 997-6088. $$ OTAKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE F Family-owned steakhouse has an open sushi bar, hibachi grill tables and an open kitchen. Dine indoor or out. FB, CM, TO. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, nightly. 7860 Gate Parkway, Stes. 119-122. 854-0485. $$$ POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA F See Orange Park. 7860 Gate Parkway. 253-3314. $$ RENNA’S PIZZA F Renna’s serves up New York-style pizza, calzones, subs and lasagna made from authentic Italian recipes. Delivery, CM, BW. 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 125, St. Johns Town Center. 565-1299. rennaspizza.com $$ SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY F Innovative menu of fresh local grilled seafood, sesame tuna, grouper Oscar, chicken, steak and pizza. Microbrewed ales and lagers. FB. L & D, daily. 9735 Gate Pkwy. N. 997-1999. $$ SOUTHSIDE ALE HOUSE F Steaks, fresh seafood, sandwiches and desserts. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9711 Deer Lake Court. 565-2882. $$ STEAMERS CAFE F Steamers’ menu has all-natural and organic items, including wraps, sandwiches, subs, soups, steamer bowls, smoothies and fresh juices. Daily lunch specials. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4320 Deerwood Lake Parkway, Ste. 106. 646-4527. $ SUITE The St. Johns Town Center premium lounge and restaurant offers chef-driven small plates and an extensive list of specialty cocktails, served in a sophisticated atmosphere. FB. D & late-nite, nightly. 4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1. 493-9305. $$ TAVERNA YAMAS This Greek restaurant serves char-broiled kabobs, seafood and traditional Greek wines and desserts.

FB. L & D daily. 9753 Deer Lake Court. 854-0426. $$ URBAN FLATS F See Ponte Vedra. CM. FB. L & D, daily.

9726 Touchton Road. 642-1488. $$ WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Authentic Japanese cuisine, teppanyaki

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shows and a full sushi menu. CM. L & D, daily. 10206 River Coast Dr. 997-6528. $$ WHISKY RIVER F Best of Jax 2010 winner. At St. Johns Town Center’s Plaza, Whisky River features wings, pizza, wraps, sandwiches and burgers served in a lively car racingthemed atmosphere (Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s the owner). FB. CM. L & D, daily. 4850 Big Island Drive. 645-5571. $$ WILD WING CAFÉ F Serving up 33 flavors of wings, as well as soups, sandwiches, wraps, ribs, platters and burgers. FB. 4555 Southside Blvd. 998-WING (9464). $$ YUMMY SUSHI F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Teriyaki, tempura, hibachi-style dinners, sushi & sashimi. Sushi lunch roll special.

BW, sake. L & D, daily. 4372 Southside Blvd. 998-8806. $$

SAN JOSE

ATHENS CAFÉ F Serving authentic Greek cuisine: lamb, seafood, veal and pasta dishes. BW. L & D, daily. 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7. 733-1199. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Burgers, sandwiches, nachos, quesadillas and cheese fries. 5613 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1. 737-2874. $ DICK’S WINGS F Best of Jax 2010 winner. NASCAR-themed family style sports place serves wings, buffalo tenders, burgers and chicken sandwiches. CM. BW. L & D, daily. 1610 University Blvd. W. 448-2110. dickswingsandgrill.com $ MOJO BAR-B-QUE F Best of Jax 2010 winner. The Southern Blues kitchen serves pulled pork, brisket and North Carolina-style barbecue. TO, BW. L & D, daily. 1607 University Blvd. W. 732-7200. $$

SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK

BASIL THAI & SUSHI F Offering Thai cuisine, including pad Thai and curry dishes, and sushi in a relaxing atmosphere. L & D, Mon.-Sat. BW. 1004 Hendricks Ave. 674-0190. $$ b.b.’s F A bistro menu is served in an upscale atmosphere, featuring almond-crusted calamari, tuna tartare and wild mushroom pizza. FB. L & D, Mon.-Fri.; brunch & D, Sat. 1019 Hendricks Ave. 306-0100. $$$ BISTRO AIX F Best of Jax 2010 winner. French, Mediterranean-inspired fare, award-winning wines, woodfired pizzas, house-made pastas, steaks, seafood. Indoor, outdoor dining. FB. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, nightly. 1440 San Marco Blvd. 398-1949. $$$ CHECKER BBQ & SEAFOOD F Chef Art Jennette serves barbecue, seafood and comfort food, including pulled-pork, fried white shrimp and fried green tomatoes. L & D, Mon.Sat. 3566 St. Augustine Rd. 398-9206. $ EUROPEAN STREET F Big sandwiches, soups, desserts and more than 100 bottled and on-tap beers. BW. L & D, daily.

1704 San Marco Blvd. 398-9500. $ THE GROTTO F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Wine by the glass.

Tapas-style menu offers a cheese plate, empanadas bruschetta, chocolate fondue. BW. 2012 San Marco Blvd. 398-0726. $$ HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR LOUNGE F Authentic Latin American fine dining: picadillo, ropa vieja, churrasco tenderloin steak, Cuban sandwiches. L & D, Mon.-Sat. CM, FB. 2578 Atlantic Blvd. 399-0609. $ KIRIN SUSHI F On San Marco Square. All-new sushi menu.

Dine under neon in a cool atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily.

1950 San Marco Blvd., Ste. 1. 399-3305. $$.

LAYLA’S OF SAN MARCO Fine dining in the heart of San Marco. Traditional Middle Eastern cuisine, served inside or outside on the hookah and cigar patio. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat.; D, Sun. 2016 Hendricks Ave. 398-4610. $$ MATTHEW’S Chef’s tasting menu or seasonal à la carte menu featuring an eclectic mix of Mediterranean ingredients.

Dress is business casual, jackets optional. FB. D, Mon.-Sat. 2107 Hendricks Ave. 396-9922. $$$$ METRO DINER F Best of Jax 2010 winner. Historic 1930s diner offers award-winning breakfast and lunch. Fresh seafood and Southern cooking. Bring your own wine. B & L, daily. 3302 Hendricks Ave. 398-3701. $$ PIZZA PALACE F It’s all homemade from Mama’s awardwinning recipes: spinach pizza and chicken-spinach calzones.

BW. L & D, daily. 1959 San Marco Blvd. 399-8815. $$ PULP F The juice bar offers fresh juices, froyo (frozen yogurt), teas, coffees made one cup at a time, along with 30 kinds of smoothies. B, L & D, daily. 1962 San Marco Blvd.

396-9222. $ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE A Best of Jax 2010 winner.

Midwestern prime beef, fresh seafood in an upscale atmosphere. FB. D, daily. 1201 Riverplace Blvd. 396-6200. $$$$ SAKE HOUSE See Riverside. 1478 Riverplace Blvd.

306-2188. $$ SAN MARCO DELI F The independently owned & operated classic diner serves grilled fish, turkey burgers and lunch meats roasted daily in-house. Vegetarian options, including tempeh, too. Mon.-Sat. 1965 San Marco Blvd. 399-1306. $ TAVERNA Tapas, small-plate items, Neapolitan-style woodfired pizzas and entrées are served in a rustic yet upscale interior. BW, TO. L & D, Tue.-Sat. 1986 San Marco Blvd.

398-3005. $$$

SOUTHSIDE

BISTRO 41° F Casual dining features fresh, homemade breakfast and lunch dishes in a relaxing atmosphere. TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3563 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104. 446-9738. $ BLUE BAMBOO Contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine includes rice-flour calamari, seared Ahi tuna, pad Thai. Street eats: barbecue duck, wonton crisps. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 3820 Southside Blvd. 646-1478. $$ BOMBA’S SOUTHERN HOME COOKING F The neighborhood comfort spot offers Southern homestyle fare, featuring fresh veggies. Outside dining is available. CM, FB. L & D, daily.

8560 Beach Blvd. 997-2291. $$ BUCA DI BEPPO Italian dishes served family-style in an eclectic, vintage setting. Half-pound meatballs are a specialty.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10334 Southside Blvd. 363-9090. $$$ CITY BUFFET CHINESE RESTAURANT F City Buffet offers an extensive selection of Chinese fare, including beef, fish, crabs, chicken, pork, desserts, ice cream, at its all-you-can-eat buffet. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 5601 Beach Blvd. 345-3507. $ CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR F Casual fine dining.

The menu blends modern American favorites served with international flair. The Fresh Bar offers fine wine, cocktails, martinis. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 9823 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 1. 619-1931. $$$ EL POTRO F Family-friendly, casual, El Potro cooks it fresh, made-to-order — fast, hot, simple. Daily specials and buffet at

most locations. BW. L & D, daily. 5871 University Blvd. W., 7330844. 11380 Beach Blvd., 564-9977. elpotrorestaurant.com $ EUROPEAN STREET F See San Marco. 5500 Beach Blvd.

398-1717. $ HALA CAFE & BAKERY F A local institution since 1975 serves house-baked pita bread, kabobs, falafel and daily lunch buffet. Best of Jax 2010 winner. TO, BW. L & D, Mon.Sat. 4323 University Blvd. S. 733-5141. $$ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Intracoastal.

8206 Philips Hwy. 732-9433. $ SPECKLED HEN TAVERN & GRILLE F This stylish yet simple gastropub features Southern-style cuisine made with a modern twist: Dishes are paired with international wines and beers, including a large selection of craft and IPA brews. FB. L & D, daily. 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 16. 538-0811. $$ SUNSET 30 TAVERN & GRILL F Located inside the new entertainment complex Latitude 30, Sunset 30 serves familiar sportsbar fare, including burgers, chicken, pasta and pizza.

FB. L & D, daily. 10370 Philips Hwy. 365-5555. $$ TOMMY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA F Premium New York-style pizza from a brick-oven — the area’s original gluten-free pizzeria. Plus calzones, soups and salads; Thumann’s noMSG meats, Grande cheeses and Boylan soda. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2. 565-1999. $$ WASABI JAPANESE BUFFET F Best of Jax 2010 winner.

AYCE sushi and two teppanyaki grill items are included in buffet price. FB. L & D, daily. 9041 Southside Blvd., Ste. 138C. 363-9888. $$

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE

BOSTON’S RESTAURANT & SPORTSBAR F A full menu of sportsbar faves; pizzas till 2 a.m. Dine inside or on the patio. FB, TO. L & D, daily. 13070 City Station Dr., River City Marketplace. 751-7499. $$ CASA MARIA F The family-owned restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare, including fajitas and seafood. The specialty is tacos de azada. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104. 757-6411. $$ JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT F Gourmet pizzas, pastas. Authentic Italian entrees like eggplant parmigiana, shrimp scampi. BW. L & D, daily. 7316 N. Main St. 765-0335. $$ MILLHOUSE STEAKHOUSE F A locally-owned-and-operated steakhouse with choice steaks from the signature broiler, and seafood, pasta, Millhouse gorgonzola, homemade desserts.

CM, FB. D, nightly. 1341 Airport Rd. 741-8722. $$ SALSARITA’S FRESH CANTINA F Southwest cuisine made from scratch, served in a family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 131, River City Marketplace.

696-4001. $ THREE LAYERS CAFE F Lunch, bagels, desserts, and the adjacent Cellar serves fine wines. Inside and courtyard dining.

BW. B, L & D, daily. 1602 Walnut St., Springfield. 355-9791. $ 3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL F This modern restaurant’s menu features popular favorites: salads, sandwiches and pizza, as well as fine European cuisine. Nightly specials. 2467 Faye Rd., Northside. 647-8625. $$ UPTOWN MARKET F Located in the 1300 Building at the corner of Third & Main, Uptown serves fresh fare made with the same élan that rules Burrito Gallery. Innovative breakfast, lunch and deli selections. BW, TO. 1303 Main St. N. 355-0734. $$

WINE LISTINGS ANJO LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Thur.

9928 Old Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 646-2656 AROMAS CIGAR & WINE BAR Best of Jax 2010 winner.

Call for schedule. 4372 Southside Blvd., 928-0515 BLUE BAMBOO 5:30-7:30 p.m., every first Thur.

3820 Southside Blvd., 646-1478 CIRCLE JAPAN “Sake 101” 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 12192 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, Southside, 710-5193 THE GIFTED CORK Tastings daily. 64 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 810-1083 THE GRAPE 5-7:30 p.m. every Wed.; 1-4 p.m. every Sat. 10281 Midtown Pkwy., Ste. 119, SJTC, 642-7111 THE GROTTO 6-8 p.m. every Thur.

2012 San Marco Blvd., 398-0726 MONKEY’S UNCLE LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 1850 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 246-1070 NORTH BEACH BISTRO 6-8 p.m. every Tue. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105 OCEAN 60 6-8 p.m every Mon. 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060 PASTA MARKET & CLAM BAR 4-6 p.m. every Tue. 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-9551 PUSSERS CARIBBEAN GRILL 6 p.m., every second Fri. 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-7766

RIVERSIDE LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 1035 Park St., Five Points, 356-4517 THE GIFTED CORK 6-7:30 p.m. on May 5. 64 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 810-1083 THE TASTING ROOM 6-8 p.m. every first Tue. 25 Cuna St., St. Augustine, 810-2400 TASTE OF WINE Daily. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 9, Atlantic Beach, 246-5080 TOTAL WINE & MORE Noon-6 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 300, 998-1740 URBAN FLATS 5-8 p.m. every Wed. 330 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-5515 WHOLE FOODS MARKET 6 p.m. every Thur.

10601 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-1100 THE WINE BAR 6-8 p.m. every Thur.

320 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0211 WINE WAREHOUSE 4-7 p.m. every Fri. 665 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 246-6450 4434 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 448-6782 1188 Edgewood Ave. S., Riverside, 389-9997 4085 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 471-9900 ZAITOON MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 6-8 p.m., every first & third Wed. 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 40, Intracoastal W., 221-7066

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Designer Gasbags

Businesses typically resist government regulation, but in March Florida’s interior designers begged the state House of Representatives to continue controlling them, with a theatrical lobbying campaign against a propossed deregulation bill.

Designers righteously insisted only “licensed professionals” (with a minimum six years of college and experience) could prevent the nausea Floridians would suffer from inappropriate color schemes (affecting the “autonomic nervous system” and salivary glands). Also, poorly designed prison interiors could be turned into weapons by inmates. Furthermore, deregulation would contribute to “88,000 deaths” a year from flammable materials that would suddenly inundate the market in the absence of licensing.

Said one designer, addressing House committee members, “You [here in this chamber] don’t even have correct seating.” If deregulation is successful, competition will increase, and lower fees are expected.

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The longstanding springtime culinary tradition of urine-soaked eggs endures, in Dongyang, China, according to a March CNN dispatch. Prepubescent boys contribute their urine (apparently without inhibition) by filling containers at schools, and the eggs are boiled according to recipe and sold for the equivalent of about 23 cents each. Many residents consider the tradition gross, but for devotees, it represents, as one said, “the [joyous] smell of spring.”

The port town of Kumai, Borneo, has lowrise shops and houses serving a population of 20,000, but also many tall, windowless box buildings perforated with small holes.

The structures are actually birdhouses, for the town’s chief industry is harvesting the nests of the hummingbird-like swiftlet, constructed of its own saliva, which, properly processed, yields a sweet-tasting paste with alleged medicinal qualities and highly revered throughout Asia, according to a January BBC News report.

In January, while the Texas Legislature debated budget cuts that would almost certainly cost Allen High School (just north of Dallas) at least $18 million and require layoffs of teachers and other school personnel, construction was continuing on the school’s new $60 million football stadium. Noted a New York Times report on the stadium (which 63 percent of voters approved in a 2009 bond referendum), “[O]nly football supersedes faith and family [among Texans].”

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A man stole Waltham, Mass., student Mark Bao’s notebook computer in March, but Bao used his automatic online-backup service to access the hard drive while the thief was using it, to discover a performance video of a man (presumably the thief) dancing (lamely, thought Bao) to a pop song. Bao uploaded the video to YouTube — where 700,000 viewers showed it the proper disrespect — and also tracked down the thief ’s email address and informed him of his new Internet “stardom.”

Shortly afterward, the still-unidentified thief turned in the notebook to Bentley University police with an apology to “Mark,” begging him to take down the video.

Latest Religious Messages

Former stripper Crystal Deans, who said she learned the trade at age 18 but later retired and turned to God for help through a rough patch of her life, now offers free pole-dancing classes in Spring, Texas, near Houston, expressly for Christian women. Her gyrations may be the same as when she was working, she said, but now everyone is clothed, and she dances only to “Christian music.”

Questionable Judgments

For Career Day in April at Shady Grove Elementary School in Henrico, Va., kids heard a local plastic surgeon describe his specialty, but not until afterward did parents learn the surgeon brought along as props saline breast implants (which he passed around for the kids to handle). Many parents were outraged, and even one calmer parent commented, “Career Day sure isn’t what it once was.”

The End Is Near, But How Near? In March in Owensboro, Ky., James Birkhead, 52, was sentenced to 5 1/2 months in jail for making survivalist bombs to protect his family after he became alarmed by the movie “2012,” which portrays the chaos expected next year when the world ends, as supposedly foretold by the Mayan calendar. By contrast, Edwin Ramos of Vineland, N.J., is traveling the East Coast in his RV trying to warn people the end won’t be in 2012 but actually this month — May 21, 2011. (The discrepancy wouldn’t exist if there had been a biblical year “0” after B.C. and before A.D.) Ramos’ father apparently does not share his son’s view; he accepted ownership of Ramos’ successful construction business when Ramos concluded it had no future.

Recurring Themes

Apple’s iPad 2 is in short supply worldwide, and so, coincidentally, are paper models of the device demanded by those of Chinese heritage at Qingming Festival in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Confucian tradition promises good fortune to the dead if their relatives burn impressiveenough offerings at graveside during the festival (as NOTW mentioned in 2006). Though local vendors offer paper models of first-generation iPads to burn, and paper Samsung Galaxy Tabs, some families fear misfortune will come if they fail to burn the most advanced version of the iPad. Low-tech families burn paper copies of money or paper shirts or shoes.

Names in the News

Arrested in Aurora, Colo., in January, charged with stalking his wife: Joseph Moron.

Appointed to a senior executive position in January in global communications firm AlcatelLucent: George Nazi. Arrested for dealing marijuana in March in Fairfax County, Va.: Kevin Lee Cokayne. Appointed as interim chief medical officer of Newhall Memorial Hospital in Santa Clarita, Calif., in March: Dr. Richard Frankenstein. Arrested for DUI in April by a California Highway Patrolman (“CHiP”): Eric Estrada (not the actor). Posthumously rejected as the namesake for a new government office center in Ft. Wayne, Ind., in March: former Ft. Wayne Mayor Harry Baals (pronounced “bales” by his descendants but always “balls” by Mr. Baals himself).

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WHICH END WAS UP? Your laughter, a melody at my manchild ways. Me, a blubbering idiot for a simple jappy Jew. Let’s sit together forever and watch the world go by. Took losing each other, to find each other again. Forever after starts now. When: March 25, 2011. Where: Everywhere. #1115-0503 WE LOCKED EYES I fell hopelessly in love with you the moment I laid eyes on you.

I’d do anything to just glance one more time into your eyes and kiss your soft lips. I have and I always will. When: April 25, 2011. Where: Our special place by the dumpster. #1114-0503 NATIVE PRINCESS When I met you the blueprint was written. The hair, the curves and the wit are making me smitten. Now I totally know what I want my Robot Girlfriend to look like. So, thanks, Panda. When: Heaven. Where: April 23, 2011. #1113-0503 LEGALLY LUSCIOUS I was enjoying my coffee when your sexy sculptured physique caught my eye. You told me about recently graduating law school. That’s good because I am building a case against you for stealing my heart. I’d love to talk some legal jargon and ride your bike. I’ll be careful popping the wheelies. Do you object? When: April 19, 2011. Where: Starbucks in Riverside. #1112-0503 GIGGLING GATOR & GYM You: tall, blonde, wearing a Simpsons/FamilyGuy? shirt. Me: oversized yellow shirt. We met once before at a scummy bar, but my wing(wo)man flailed on me & you forgot my name.

The second incident was the gym, but I choked. You offered me a place to crash initially, maybe I’ll take you up on that next time? When: April 20, 2011. Where: The Giggling Gator/ Gym. #1111-0503 HOTTIE IN THE GARDEN You, lounging on your foldout in the middle of your Forbes Street yard. I stopped back by in my jeep and you were diggin in the dirt. I think you said your name, but all I can remember is beautiful. When: April 1, 2011. Where: Riverside. #1110-0426 STRAWBERRY MOJITO After we harassed the waiter for strawberry mojitos, it sounded pretty tasty, so you ordered one. Care for another? When: April 19, 2011. Where: Mossfire. #1109-0426 SHARKFEST 2011 You: Red shirt, jeans. Me: Black button-down and dark hair. We made eye contact a few times. Loved your tongue technique with those jello shots. Maybe we can have a little more oral … conversation! When: April 16, 2011.

Where: Sharkfest 2011. #1108-0426 MY CHOCOLATE DESIRE You: black workout suit. Me: black/white striped tank.

You had me speechless when you walked over to me and placed your arm around me. So much so... I have no idea what you said to me. LOL Let’s try this again? Ms. Intrigued. When: April 15, 2011. Where: Folio Weekly’s Margarita Fest. #1107-0426

NAVY OFFICER BEACH BEAUTY Sorry I thought you worked at Walmart, but my point was I wanted to ask you out. I could use a little Naval discipline.

When: April 10, 2011. Where: Jax Beach. #1103-0419 HANDSOME AT LOFT THURSDAY You: Handsome, tall, wearing a black DC shirt outside The Loft on Thursday. Wanted to talk to you, will I get the chance? When: April 7, 2011. Where: The Loft. #1102-0419 I THOUGHT YOU WERE DEAD I saw you under the pier, lying stiff as a board and it looked like you weren’t breathing. I poked you and you jumped up at me like a crazy person, but that’s the fastest my heart has ever beat. I hope you read this and remember me, maybe we can talk someday. When: April 5, 2011. Where: Under the pier. #1101-0412 WHITE FEDORA, TOP AND PANTS Hat with black band set off your olive skin, your toes were the only other color besides your beautiful eyes. Got you dancing, dreaming, my Queen, I’ve found her! Hoping he’s just a date? A beautiful smile and the face of an angel. Meet me: grey shirt, black hair, for more good music, dancing, smiles, Baymeadows’ My Place, Fridays. When: Sunday after Blues Fest. Where: Atlantic after Blues Fest. #1100-0412 UNDERWATER BANANA HAMMOCK I was taking a dive in the deep end, and swam past the most beautiful humpback whale. You may not be a whale, but I think you know what I want to do to your back. It’s true what they say, “Abyss” was the greatest movie of the ’80s. Let’s make bubbles. When: March 30, 2011. Where: Underwater. #1099-0412 HEY, I SAW U! I saw you strutting your stuff at some wings n a boat place.

Think you’re a fly chick. I know where to find you. Wanna play?

When: March 29, 2011. Where: Buffalo Wild Wings. #1098-0405 SOUTHSIDE FENDER BENDER Oops! Sorry about that. You: tall, hot, unshaven, driving a truck. Me: flustered blonde on my way to work. Even though there was no damage, wish we would have exchanged info.

When: Feb. 2011. Where: Southside Blvd. #1097-0405 INTRIGUED AT BONEFISH We talked briefly at BoneFish. You are a PT. We never got a chance to finish our conversation. You definitely piqued my interest. Would love to chat more and see where it goes if you are up for it. When: March 24, 2011. Where: BoneFish Jax Beach. #1096-0405 DID YOU NEED TO SEE YOUR CHIROPRACTOR? We were both looking at DVDs in the library. Hope you did

not have to see your chiropractor! When: March 36, 2011.

Where: Library. #1095-0405 ST. PATRICK’S AROUND MIDNIGHT You: blond, young, attractive, next to me at the bar. Neither of us said a word. You kept caressing my arm. I should have said hello, or at least bought you a drink. When: March 17, 2011. Where: Lynch’s Irish Pub. #1094-0405 WHAT DOES MP MEAN? You have an Irish name but don’t look Irish. You asked about my goofy foot tattoos. Then you left. Sad face. See you next time, maybe. When: March 17, 2011. Where: BCB. #1093-0329 I’LL LET YOU DO DINNER HUMOR We sat across the same table at a networking meeting. You, tall dark & handsome. Me, trying to catch your attention.

I tried to make you laugh and in your deadpan ways you told me you’ll do the humor. I know I’ll win you over. Care to share business cards? When: Feb. 28, 2011. Where: San Jose Country Club. #1091-0322 EXCITEDLY SEEKING HOT FILIPINO You were a hot enthusiastic Filipino; a total flirt. It was Feb. 9. I think you understand why I can’t say exactly how we met, but I was the super sexy redhead w/ the great personality. We talked about Hawaii and your hand. I want to know if you were serious about us going out! When: Feb. 9, 2011. Where: Cambridge Medical Institute. #1090-0322 HOTTIE ON HARLEY You were checking out my pollen-covered black car and flirting? with me and my grandson in his car seat of course.

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FreeWill Astrology ARIES (March 21-April 19): Imagine this scene, as described by Seattle-based video artist Michael Douglas: “Sometimes a tree falls down in a field of cows, and the cows walk over to it and stare at it. It used to be standing and now it’s on the ground. There’s something different in the field and the cows start to hang out around the tree and watch it like it’s television, attracted to the rupture in the order of things. They gather around it for months, even after they completely forget why they started doing it.”

There’s a comparable scene going on in your life right now.

People you care about are in a daze, seemingly hypnotized by a certain “rupture in the order of things” that took place a while ago. It’s your job to wake them up, gently if possible, and motivate them to move on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’re an animal! I mean that in the best senses of the word. Your vitality is heading toward peak levels; your body is as smart as it gets. If you were ever going to act as if every move you make is a dance, now’s the time. If you ever wanted to explore the righteous blending of grace and power, this is a perfect moment. Give yourself permission to be a fluid bolt of ingenious fun. Play hard and sweet, with sublime ferocity.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Make the invisible dark force beautiful.” That was the first line of the horoscope I wrote for you in my dream last night. Here’s what’s next: “Create a song out of your moans. Brag about your wounds. Dance reverently on the graves of your enemies.”

Does this make sense? It all seemed perfectly reasonable and helpful in my dream. “Sneak a gift to your bad self.

Dissolve the ties binding you to hollow intelligence. Seek the angel near the funky gulley winding through no man’s land. Dig for treasure in a muddy puddle where the single lily grows.” That’s it — my dream of your horoscope. If you can align with its spirit, you’ll be primed for the waking-life opportunities headed your way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Writing in the Journal of Medical Ethics, psychologist Richard Bentall proposed that happiness be reclassified as a “psychiatric disorder,” a pathology to treat with therapy. “Happiness is statistically abnormal,” he argued. It “consists of a discrete cluster of symptoms, is associated with a range of cognitive abnormalities, and probably reflects the abnormal functioning of the central nervous system.” If he’s correct, you may have a problem. According to my astrological omen-reading, you’re about to be besieged by a massive influx of good feelings. It may be hard to fend off surges of unreasonable joy, well-being and gratitude. Are you prepared to enter into rebel mode as you flaunt abnormal bliss?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Two British men, Jack Jones and Chris Cuddihy, pulled off an epic deed in 2009. They ran seven marathons in seven consecutive days on seven continents. Each marathon was more than 31 miles.

(7in7on7.com.) I’m not recommending you try something as ridiculously excessive as they did, but I want to note that you’re now in a phase when your capacity for amazing feats is bigger than usual. Any ideas about what you could accomplish that’s beyond your expectations?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What have you had to relinquish in the last 10 months? What were you forced to sacrifice or surrender? Whatever it is, I predict you’ll be compensated for it over the next 12 months. And the process begins soon. It’s not likely that the incoming blessing will bring an exact replacement for the dream that got away. Rather, you’ll be awakened to an unexpected new source of excitement, thereby dissolving a lingering sense of loss, liberating you to rise again.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If given the choice between having our lives change or keeping our lives the same, many of us would choose the status quo. We tend to feel that even if the current state of things is uncomfortable, it’s still preferable to dealing with the uncertainty and fear that come from transformation. I don’t think you fit this description right now. Of all the zodiac signs, you’re the one most receptive to shifting the mood and experimenting with the rules. It’s easier than usual for you to imagine different ways of doing things. Take advantage of this superpower.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Hugo Chavez is Venezuela’s socialist president, not an astronomer or New Age philosopher. And yet he recently speculated the planet Mars once had a thriving civilization that met its doom because its resources were drained off and poisoned by the excesses of capitalism. I love it when notable people go off-message and freestyle wacky fantasies, so I applaud Chavez’s improvisation. May I respectfully suggest you consider indulging in your version of this art form? According to my astrological omen-reading, it’d be downright healthy to depart from your usual raps and unveil some unpredictable self-expressions to anyone and everyone who think they have you figured out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Symmetry and equilibrium are not all that valuable right now. They’re certainly not worth obsessing over or having screaming fights about. I recommend you cultivate a jaunty knack for stylish lopsidedness. Appreciate the beauty of irregularity.

Be alert for the way incongruous details and crooked angles reveal fresh, hot truths providing exactly what you need. Even so-called flaws and mistakes may lead to lucky accidents.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “It was better for me when I could imagine greatness in others, even if it wasn’t always there,” said Charles Bukowski, a generally cranky writer not renowned for his optimism. According to my astrological omen analysis, this strategy also works wonders for you in the days ahead. Trying to see what’s great about other people will tend to activate your dormant greatness, and will generally make you feel good. So ask yourself: What’s beautiful, smart, interesting and successful about the people you know? Fantasize aggressively.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The income gap between the richest and poorest sections of society has always been large, but in recent years it’s grown absurdly, grotesquely humongous. As journalist Les Leopold notes (tinyurl.com/ RichEatPoor), there are hedge-fund gamblers who rake in more money in an hour than a middle-class wage-earner makes in 47 years. From an astrological perspective, it’s an excellent time to raise your voice against this inequity.

You’d be wise to dramatically shrink the discrepancy between the haves and have-nots in your personal sphere, where you can actually have an immediate effect. You may start the healing by asking yourself how the rich aspects of your psyche steal from the poor parts.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There’s a good chance you’ll soon utter the smartest words you’ve ever said. It’s also possible you’ll generate two of the top five thoughts that have popped into your brain in the last decade. That’s how in tune I expect you to be with your inner sources of wisdom. And that’s how closely aligned you’ll be with the Divine Intelligence aka God. Now here’s the surprise ending to my message for you — the unexpected outcome: Your brilliant insights and cogent statements may tempt you to be wilder and freer than you’ve been in a long time.

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don’t consider myself homeless. I consider myself houseless.”

It was one of those quotes that always seems to accompany a life-changing moment — easy to associate with a memory, witty, practiced almost. They were the last words John shared with me after our first meeting in the wooded camp that he and six others called home north of downtown St. Augustine.

In the days that followed, I spent a great deal of time thinking about those words John had spoken: What terms like house and home mean and how those definitions can shape our concept of community. I had been taken to the camp by a friend and coworker of mine named Kenny who felt that I would benefit from meeting some of the people to whom he had been taking food in the evenings. Kenny coordinates the outreach efforts of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, where he is a member.

After a short quarter-mile hike down a dusty trail, I began to see a couple of taut blue tarps peeking through the grove of straight pole pines that lined the way. The air smelled of earth and campfire. My friend called out to announce our arrival before leading me into a place my own naiveté left me ill-prepared to see. The couple of tarps that were visible from the trail were actually only the first in a collection of tents and makeshift shelters that comprised a miniature city.

The camp’s amenities were impressive and ingenious. On the outskirts of the camp was a large cooking area where food, that was shared communally, was kept and prepared. At night, the camp was illumined by Christmas lights and filled with music from a stereo powered by an old motorcycle battery, recharged using solar panels from discarded yard lights. They even had a gravity-fed shower.

John and the other residents of the camp greeted us warmly. Around the glowing embers of a dying fire, they shared their lives.

The familial atmosphere that permeated the camp, and their warm hospitality, were almost instantly comforting. For as welcome as we were made to feel, the fear of that considered “outside” was palpable. John, for example, made a point of showing me all of the implements he could employ to protect the camp. Though the St. Johns County Sheriff ’s Office could not corroborate his claims, John legitimized the need for such precautions with stories of people who had tried to steal from them or set fires in the woods in an attempt burn them out of their camp.

I couldn’t tell if he shared what he did as a warning, or to help me to understand the dangers he perceived inherent to his lifestyle.

Maybe it was both. In either case, it was clear that the development of this community was no different than any other. Everyone in the camp saw great value and comfort in the relationships that they had forged with one another. They seemed to have shared experiences, similar fears

and common hopes. It was order and stability amid the possibility of great danger and chaos and therefore worthy of preservation.

Though relatively content in the oasis they worked so hard to create, many of them talked of families who were waiting for them in the world beyond the trees. The ones who felt comfortable enough to open up seemed to have experienced profound pain in their lives, as a result of the loss of a job, or divorce, or other disruptive experiences.

Carl shared his story as he gave us a tour of his meticulously ordered home. Originally from Mississippi, his parents divorced when he was young and he moved to Florida to live with his dad. Carl became an electrician, married, and had a child; but when we met him, that life seemed long gone. He and his wife had separated and he had just lost his full-time job with the railroad. He now lives in a tent under the trees, barely scraping by on the seasonal part-time work he can find at

go out of their way to avoid us. We’re not used to people wanting to spend time with us.’”

In spite of this, everyone we met considered St. Augustine home, and had for a long time.

More than 70 percent of the people surveyed by the Emergency Services & Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County for their Point-in-Time report stated that they had been living in the county for more than a year. These were not transient people. Many of them worked. They were building what life they could, with what they had, amid the circumstances they faced.

They had dreams and desires. Many of them even volunteered through a nonprofit that coordinates food distribution programs in Jacksonville and St. Augustine to serve meals to others in similar situations.

My time with these new friends certainly helped me to understand how broad a word like community can be and how inconsistent it is with a term like homeless. It afforded me the opportunity to see people beyond their

Substance abuse, unemployment and mental illness can afflict all people, whether they live under a tarp in the woods or under the Spanish tile roof of a beachfront villa. These ills do not discriminate between the haves and the have-nots. local resorts or hotels. His wife does come to visit him from time to time; and judging by the worn edges of the picture he keeps of her, she is on his mind often.

The Emergency Services & Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County (a local coalition recognized by the Florida Coalition for the Homeless) is an organization of homeless advocates, service providers, members of the faith-based community, formerly homeless persons, educators, attorneys, mental health professionals and others who are committed to putting an end to homelessness and improving the conditions of those living without shelter.

In their most recent Point-in-Time Report, which provides statistical data on the homeless population of a given county, there are more than 1,300 people who fit the Federal/HUD definition of homeless in St. Johns County. Half of those report having a disabling condition that could include a physical handicap, a developmental disability, mental health issue, drug or alcohol addiction, or HIV/AIDS. It was clear even after my first visit to the camp that they were all very aware of the “us” and “them” perception that exists in our culture.

Kenny, my friend who brought me to the camp, explained, “The first time I came out to distribute food, I was met with surprise. When I asked why, one gentleman said, ‘Most people

circumstance and to affirm that, regardless of whether that circumstance finds them in a house or in a tent, they can and should call the place where they live home. The more time I’ve spent at the camps in and around St. Augustine, the more I’ve come to see homelessness — or houselessness as John calls it — as a mere symptom of the deeper societal issues of our time. Substance abuse, unemployment and mental illness can afflict all people, whether they live under a tarp in the woods or under the Spanish tile roof of a beachfront villa. These ills do not discriminate between the haves and the have-nots.

Our collective determination to not only help others survive these travails but to overcome them is no small task. These efforts, however, will speak volumes as to who we are as a community and will help all people who are fortunate enough to see the sunrise over our sandy beaches or experience the history that runs through our ancient streets to call St. Augustine home.

For more information on Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church’s outreach efforts, contact Kenneth Kidd by email at kennethdkidd@yahoo. com. For more information on the Florida Coalition for the Homeless or local coalitions in Florida, visit fchonline.org.

Alex Goodwin

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