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40 26 NEWS GOP rising star Matt Shirk gets caught between his duties as public defender and his role as a candidate. p. 7 Five years after opening a “money-saving” biodiesel plant, the city closes the facility and scraps the business. p. 11 BUZZ, BOUQUETS & BRICKBATS Genuflecting goes viral thanks to the Mile High Messiah. Plus local armed robbers aim extremely low. p. 8 SPORTSTALK Race, Raines and former Principal George Maxey’s impossible task. p. 12 ON THE COVER Economic need meets drive-by charity in the piecemeal narrative of roadside panhandlers. p. 14 OUR PICKS Reasons to leave the house this week. p. 19 MOVIES Reviews of “The Descendants” and “New Year’s Eve.” p. 21 MUSIC DJ Icey returns to Northeast Florida for a Christmas night of dance floor delights. p. 26

21 Inspection 12 stick to local roots for their annual Xmas gigs. p. 27 ARTS Northeast Florida artists canvass Art Basel Miami Beach and revel in the state of the arts. p. 34 Gustavo Godoy turns MOCA’s atrium into an altar of art. p. 36 NEWS OF THE WEIRD Digging for Bills tickets in Buffalo poop; Klan threats as marital aides. p. 46 FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Don’t turn your personal Maui into “Gilligan’s Island,” Cancerians. p. 48 BACKPAGE Police officers, not pit bulls, are to blame in recent dog attack. p. 51 EDITOR’S NOTE p. 4 MAIL p. 5 I ♥ TELEVISION p. 13 HAPPENINGS p. 39 DINING GUIDE p. 40 I SAW U p. 47 CLASSIFIEDS p. 49

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Rhymes with Lumb

The Jacksonville City Council’s do-nothing vote on the St. Johns River politely requests more of the same

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acksonville City Councilmember Robin Lumb is no environmental expert — he acknowledged as much at Tuesday night’s council meeting. And he generously attributed his gaps in knowledge to all of his colleagues, urging them to leave environmental matters to the experts — the legislative equivalent of “don’t worry your pretty little head about it.”

While it’s hard to insist that someone is more competent than they themselves claim, the bill before the council last week wasn’t actually all that complicated. It merely asked (in the gentle form of a council resolution, not a legally binding and enforceable council ordinance) that state regulators examine all options for treating the pollution coming from Georgia-Pacific’s paper mill in Palatka before allowing the mill to begin discharging it directly into the St. Johns River.

One might reasonably ask why such a bill is necessary. Isn’t that what regulators do anyway?

aren’t allowed to do — their job isn’t such a radical proposition. It’s the reason behind the 2008 bank meltdown, the mortgage crisis, the Greek debt debacle, the Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster, Walter Reed Medical Center abuses, Vioxx deaths and Bernie Madoff. Should we be surprised that local regulators at a poorly funded, politically vulnerable state agency might be cowed when dealing with a polluter that is both the economic heart of a small town (Palatka) and owned by mega-industrialists and political contributors (the Koch Brothers), who just happen to be buddies with the governor (Rick Scott)? No — just as we shouldn’t be surprised when Jacksonville City Councilmembers are similarly intimidated.

Of course, it’s one thing to resist antagonizing the beast. But it’s something else entirely to vote against a bill that protects the river. Which is the precarious place that 11 City Councilmembers

Lawmakers found political cover by voting for the Lumb “substitute” bill, an amazingly cynical piece of stagecraft that basically tells DEP regulators to keep doing what they’ve always done.

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In a word, no. Regulators have coddled G-P since “regulators” have been around (about 25 years less than the mill itself). They allowed G-P to destroy Rice Creek, polluting it with cancercausing dioxins and spawning fish with sex deformities. They allowed the mill to delay for years its phase-out of chlorine-based chemicals — the primary source of the mill’s deadly dioxin. For several years in the early 1990s, they even allowed the plant to operate without a valid permit. And now those same regulators want to allow the mill to “solve” its pollution problem by relocating it from Rice Creek to the St. Johns River, via a 4-mile pipeline.

Which is why Councilmember Jim Love introduced his resolution in October. His intent, he says, was less to interfere with the work of the DEP than to let regulators know that the city demands better. He notes that although recent high-volume effluent tests have shown alarming levels of dioxin — 5 times the legal limit — regulators continue to resist that costly measurement, preferring smaller samples that have not detected dioxin.

“Yes, we are meddling with DEP and for good reason,” says Love. “Because we think the testing they’re doing is not up to snuff.”

The idea that regulators aren’t doing — or

found themselves in Tuesday night. Voting against Jim Love’s bill would have been hugely unpopular with constituents, who consistently say that protecting the river is a priority. So these 11 lawmakers sought political cover by voting for the Lumb “substitute” bill, an amazingly cynical piece of stagecraft that basically tells DEP regulators to keep doing what they’ve always done. (Just for the record, the lawmakers who chose this convenient dodge were Greg Anderson, Bill Bishop, Lori Boyer, Doyle Carter, Bill Gulliford, Stephen Joost, Robin Lumb, Don Redman, Matt Schellenberg and Clay Yarborough.) Rather than ignore or vote against Love’s bill, they replaced it with language that demands nothing, and voted “yea.”

It’s possible that Jim Love’s bill accomplished something, despite being hijacked by his colleagues. It certainly got the attention of DEP chief Herschel Vinyard, who narrowly dodged a political bullet, and it sent a strong message to Georgia-Pacific that plenty of people — including six city lawmakers — still find their pollution “solution” abhorrent. Whether that makes any difference in the life of the St. Johns River will, apparently, be left to the experts.

Anne Schindler themail@folioweekly

Hog Wild

I have been photographing the marshes and woodlands of North and Central Florida for over 25 years, and have spent a good bit of time in the natural habitat of feral hogs (“Trapped!”

Cover Story, Nov. 29, http://bit.ly/vycGQL). I always have felt like an intruder when one stops to stare at me as I set up my tripod and try to take a photo with one eye on the viewfinder and one on this nasty looking thing that could, at any moment, come charging at me. (This has happened, but that’s another story.)

They certainly do inhabit North Florida in large and increasing numbers. Evidence is everywhere in the woods of this area if you know what to look for. Spend enough time in the wilds around here, and you will come face to face with a feral hog. I’ll admit that they can be a pretty serious nuisance, and I commend Ryan Boyd for the work he’s doing.

But I take offense at the tone of the story in Folio Weekly; it seems to me only to support how ignorant and blind humans are when it comes to urban sprawl and forcing development in areas that should just be left alone.

How someone can purchase or build a house in an area like Nocatee or Marsh Harbor, and then be offended and angry when a native inhabitant of that environment dares to dig up their precious lawn, is beyond me. The laughable irony of these situations is that the developers of all these pseudo-rural subdivisions advertise and invite prospective buyers to “Get back to nature” or “Live among the natural beauty of North Florida.” It’s all fun and games until the feral hog comes along and roots up the camellias.

The feral hog is doing this because he’s trying to find food in an area that, before leveled and built upon, provided it in abundance. Sticking hundreds of houses on the edge of a marsh makes it a bit difficult for wildlife to continue its normal behavior without crossing paths with happy homeowners. It’s not a new issue or a novel problem, but the arrogance and downright sense of entitlement that is displayed in this story never ceases to amaze me.

Next time one of these ugly, dirty, nasty creatures chases you into your garage … when your heart rate has returned to somewhere near normal, just take the time to consider that maybe she was trying to protect her newborn, who are huddled in a nest over in that one lonely stand of palmettos that the developers so heroically left unscathed for that “back to nature” look.

And then, what the hell, call your lawn maintenance people and have them level that, too.

M.H. Myers Jacksonville via email

Ill Communication

Upon reading the recent Folio Weekly article about the Duval County Health Department

(DCHD) tuberculosis (TB) program, I was concerned about reports of possible mistakes in the handling of a TB case and outbreak (“Going Viral,” Cover Story, Dec. 6). As an agency that values quality and open communication, we appreciate any effort to inform the public about the risks of infectious diseases and the dangers they present to our community. However, I believe the article falls short of presenting all of the facts surrounding recent TB control investigations. Since the matter is still subject to possible litigation, there are limits to how much I can discuss any details.

Let me assure you that DCHD remains diligent in its efforts to protect our community from the spread of all infectious diseases.

DCHD practices the prompt detection, airborne precautions and treatment of persons who have suspected or confirmed TB disease. We also follow all DOH and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) TB protocols and guidelines, including public notification, quality management and performance improvement.

The case and program had been reviewed prior to the publication of the story. As in any program, we are always striving to improve our performance and will continue to do so.

Since TB outbreaks may occur in challenging settings such as homeless shelters, they are the focus of special efforts. During contact investigations, those who are considered to be at risk of exposure to TB disease are notified either in person, in writing or both. Our disease control efforts include collaborations with Department of Health Bureau of TB and Refugee Health and the CDC. During outbreak situations, these collaborations involve a significant amount of information sharing and consultation, including decisions about using the news media to declare a public alert. This involves a judgment decision. In fact, there have been TB cases and outbreaks in the past, such as at schools, when we have notified the public via the news media in order to encourage unknown contacts to be tested.

DCHD routinely conducts outreach investigations at various Duval County homeless facilities to ensure those who are at risk are educated, screened and, if necessary, treated. It is largely due to these actions that the number of active TB disease cases has declined in Duval County for the third year in a row.

Patient X, who was mentioned in the story, was successfully treated as an inpatient for TB and discharged in September. He is in the Department of Health TB patient registry and scheduled to return for a follow-up visit soon.

The whistleblower complaint by a former employee mentioned in the article was fairly processed and investigated by the DOH Inspector General’s Office with DCHD’s full cooperation. It is important to note that after being thoroughly reviewed, the complaint was dismissed as without merit.

Protecting the community from the spread of infectious diseases is a 24/7 task and DCHD takes pride in the work that is being done by our TB control staff. They often work in difficult and sometimes dangerous settings, and we appreciate their efforts.

Robert G. Harmon, MD, MPH Director, Duval County Health Department Jacksonville via email

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homeowner associations (HOA) — including that of Marsh Sound mentioned in your “Turf Wars” news article — I write to provide some perspective.

Foremost, the article’s quoted comment — that the problem is the “attitude” — is very accurate in my experience. Many owners who willingly submit detailed applications relative to installation of storage sheds, or unhesitatingly report a non-compliant fence, get downright antagonistic when submitting Florida Friendly landscaping plans. They seem to believe — incorrectly — that HOA review is not required, or is a mere rubber stamp, if the landscape is labeled Florida Friendly, and rely heavily on the “new” 2009 legislation for their position.

In fact, the 2009 law is not new, but has been in essentially its present form since 2001. The 2009 legislation mostly just eliminated the alternative term “xeriscape” and recharged the county agricultural extension offices to work in concert with UF’s IFAS program and FDEP to detail and assist Florida Friendly landscape implementation.

The 2009 legislation makes clear that Florida Friendly is not just randomly planting “drought tolerant” species, or simply letting scrub trees, vines and weeds take over (as one owner in a community I represent asserted).

Instead, FF is intended and defined as “plans” and “designs” that ensure “quality landscapes” that consist of, among other things, planting the “right plants in the right place.”

Most particularly, nothing in the laws implies that those specifics cannot co-exist with HOA review and consistent landscaping requirements.

For example, Marsh Sound requires all front yards be planted with 24 “shrubs.” Requiring Florida Friendly plans to incorporate 24 shrubs does not “prohibit” the “implementation” of Florida Friendly, but merely imposes an additional requirement.

The same can be said for other procedural and substantive requirements, such as a broad variety of plantings; prohibiting invasive plantings or requiring containment of mulch. Ultimately, a HOAs goals are the same for any improvement: to have a meaningful review to ensure what is contemplated enhances the neighborhood’s value, enjoyment and marketability.

In addition to the environmental benefit, HOAs increasingly recognize Florida Friendly is a financially attractive alternative to sodding, especially in the face of several recent severe winters and the foreclosure crisis’ impacts. But while Marsh Sound in particular was chided for requesting sod replacement in certain right-ofway areas, it has several good reasons. Foremost, there are safety concerns relative to sight-line visibility. Second, the sidewalks and underground utilities are susceptible to damage from root growth. Third, a sodding barrier retards mulch run-off. Fourth, sod barriers help contain Florida Friendly plant “creep” into sidewalks and streets.

Finally, while Marsh Sound will permit some low-profile Florida Friendly groundcover, it is believed that a majority of sod along the main thoroughfare enhances neighborhood curb appeal. Fundamentally, these areas are not even an owner’s “land.”

In sum, while most HOAs recognize that Florida Friendly landscaping provides longterm environmental and financial benefits, the article’s one-sided portrayal of the legal and practical issues does little but fan the flames to the movement’s short-term detriment.

Tim Franklin, Esq. Jacksonville via email

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Legal offense fund: State Attorney Angela Corey helped Public Defender Matt Shirk kick-start his re-election effort when she hosted a campaign fundraising event earlier this month.

It’s My Party

GOP rising star Matt Shirk gets caught between his duties as public defender and his role as a candidate

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he wine flowed, the sun set and the campaign financing floodgates opened. The Dec. 6 party to raise money for the re-election of Public Defender Matt Shirk was held at the riverfront home of Republican rainmaker Mike Hightower (no surprise) and was well-attended by local GOP luminaries (no surprise). But the hosts of the event, if no surprise, at least gave some observers pause. Among Shirk’s benefactors were the area’s top two law enforcement officers: Jacksonville Sheriff John Rutherford and State Attorney Angela Corey — the two opponents that Shirk’s clients battle in court every day.

A Facebook photo from the event shows a smiling Corey and Shirk, shoulder to shoulder.

It’s a posture that many find troubling as the two face off in the case of Cristian Fernandez, a 12-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his 2-year-old half-brother. The case has sparked national attention and international condemnation from those who believe the firstdegree murder charge leveled against the boy

Another noted that it is an “extremely delicate issue now and I have to abstain from discussing it.”

“It has the appearance of coziness,” says Al Chipperfield, now an assistant public defender in Gainesville, who was one of 12 experienced defense attorneys fired when Shirk took over.

“It looks funny. It feels funny to me. Is anyone looking out for people charged with a crime?”

He adds, “It makes you wonder if they are going to be adversaries.”

Shirk, who hasn’t yet drawn an opponent in the 2012 race, didn’t reply to a request seeking comment, but his close relationship with Corey is nothing new. As Folio Weekly reported shortly after Shirk took office (another story for which he declined to comment), he was viewed as a “protégé” of Corey’s throughout his first campaign — and even after taking office. When First Coast News anchor Donna Deegan sought to interview the incoming public defender, for instance, his spokesperson referred questions to Angela Corey (http://bit.ly/t9As4N).

“Both should have known better to have her displayed as a co-host,” says Bill White. “It damages the image of the Public Defender’s Office. You should be thinking of those things when you are in public office.” is inappropriate. Shirk has publicly opposed those sanctions, and (with a team of volunteer defense attorneys) has fought Corey’s push to prosecute the boy as an adult.

But Shirk’s battle stance in court is in sharp contrast to the cozy fundraising mood at Hightower’s recent soirée. While there is nothing legally wrong with elected officials working together or even supporting each other financially, some contend that hosting a party for a courtroom opponent should at least worry clients of the Public Defender’s Office.

“It is absolutely a conflict in my book,” said one local defense attorney, who declined to be identified. “I do not want to be quoted on it, because I have to work with all these people on a daily basis.”

Shirk worked in the Public Defender’s Office for five years before entering private practice, but was criticized in his bid for office because he’d never tried a murder case. His victory against incumbent Public Defender Bill White — with just 51 percent of the vote — was widely seen as a victory of Republican credentials over experience. (White had worked in the Public Defender’s Office since 1974, but was a Democrat). Some political observers think Shirk’s continued close ties with GOP luminaries are evidence of the tightrope act demanded of a public defender who has higher political aspirations.

Florida Times-Union columnist Ron Littlepage weighed in on the controversy in his Dec. 7 column. “As Shirk’s job is to represent

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clients by going head-to-head with Corey and challenging Rutherford’s officers in court, that’s a little too chummy for me.”

But Corey says there is nothing sinister about her hosting a party to raise money for Shirk’s re-election. “I have no qualms whatsoever about being a co-host of Matt’s party nor being a friend of his,” she wrote in an email to Folio Weekly. “Our offices have been extremely professional towards each other, while still fighting hard for our respective sides.”

Corey also suggested that their relationship is par for the course in local legal/judicial circles.

“There is a long history in Jacksonville of both very close relationships and campaign support demonstrated between many elected state attorneys, judges, public defenders and private criminal defense attorneys,” Corey wrote.

Former Public Defender Bill White counters that hosting a political fundraiser goes beyond even those cozy relationships. “Both should have known better to have her displayed as a co-host,” he says. “It damages the image of the Public Defender’s Office. You should be thinking of

those things when you are in public office.”

Former State Attorney Harry Shorstein, who fired Corey in 2006, declined to comment directly on her role as co-host, but did comment by way of comparison on his association with White’s predecessor, the late Lou Frost.

“I was the state attorney for five terms and had a close personal relationship with Lou Frost, who hired me,” says Shorstein. “As close as we were personally, we would never have considered a public endorsement or support [of] each other. There would have been a perception the adversarial criminal justice system was not functioning as it should.”

That’s exactly what worries Carol Torres, who serves as a civilian advocate for Cristian Fernandez. “I think it is conflict of interest,” she says. “I don’t understand it. I am not happy.

[Shirk is] supposed to be defending Cristian, and [instead] he is having [Corey] at his party.”

“I find it odd,” she adds. “I just don’t get it.”

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Bouquets to Duval County Public Health Department employee Dean Willis for giving his lifeblood to others. Last week, Willis reached an impressive milestone, donating his 100th gallon of blood to the Blood Alliance. Willis has been giving blood locally for 36 years, since 1975, when his father-in-law underwent heart bypass surgery.

Brickbats to state Sen. Stephen Wise (R-Jacksonville) for a nakedly political gambit that mocks the real work that must be done this legislative session. With a redistricting battle ahead, massive budget cuts pending and a funding crisis in the state’s schools and social service agencies, Wise has sponsored a bill that would mandate what school districts can call their late December holidays. Wise, a Christian whose religious pandering previously included proposals to force science teachers to teach Creationism, believes that calling the holiday “winter break” detracts from the Christmas holiday. Wise’s bill would require all Florida public school districts to call it “Christmas break.”

Bouquets to Pastor Joseph Howell for going all-out — literally — to collect Christmas toys for needy kids. Continuing a practice he began last year, Howell stood on the roof of the Safe House of Jacksonville Outreach Ministry, overlooking I-10, and remained there around the clock to solicit donations to the group’s annual toy giveaway. Howell said he hoped to receive as many as 5,000 toy donations to give to underprivileged Westside families.

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NewsBuzz Roll Call 64 percent — Percentage of UNF students who want marijuana legalized, according to a poll published in the college’s Spinnaker newspaper.

Take a Knee Brides, firewalkers, Tigger.

— Among the people pictured “tebowing” on the tebowing.com site, a blog devoted to pictures of people assuming the now-famous posture of Denver Broncos QB Tim Tebow. Known as the Mile High Messiah, Tebow (formerly of Northeast Florida) executes the move when his team scores. The site includes people tebowing in the hospital, at Space Mountain and in front of the Eiffel Tower.

Aiming Low

In Control The Florida Animal Control Association named Jacksonville’s Animal Care & Protective Services its “Outstanding Animal Control Agency of the Year” on Dec. 12. One reason for the award is that the ACPS has had the largest drop in euthanasia numbers in the country for the past three years. The ACPS shelter is located at 2020 Forest St. Animals available for adoption can be found online at coj.net/pets or call 630-2489.

What’s Your Handicap?

1 — Number of students with a severe disability enrolled in a Duval County Charter School 1,000 — Number enrolled in the Duval County Public School System These statistics were cited in a joint investigation by StateImpact Florida and the Miami Herald that suggest charter schools cherry-pick students, leaving those with severe disabilities to the public school system.

When asked why he robbed banks, Willie Sutton famously quipped, “Because that’s where the money is.” Apparently William Carlson III didn’t get the memo. The Clay County resident was arrested and charged with armed robbery last week after allegedly holding up three Dollar Stores in four days.

Jerked Around “They perceive it as a shortcut to continue to be a jerk in class or not show up to class.”

— Duval County teacher Christopher Harvey, on the school district’s so-called “grade recovery” program, which allows students an opportunity to retake tests to improve D and F grades. More than 28,000 — 38 percent of Duval’s secondary students — took advantage of the computerized makeup work. Harvey, an Ed White High School science teacher, noted, “I had a student last year just write their name on the test and turn it back to me and say, ‘OK, just give me grade recovery now.’ ”

Be Real “I can trace my family to Ramallah since 1550, and I can name all of them. How can he deny that?”

— Jacksonville businessman, Palestinian and lifelong Republican John Rukab, reacting to the statement by Newt Gingrich that Palestinians are an “invented” people.

Marsh to Mayport — Name of the 310-mile journey a pair of kayakers plan to take up the St. Johns River. Matt Keene and Ryan Cantey were scheduled to set out last week at Lake Washington, west of Melbourne. They plan to reach Mayport in three weeks. The paddle is a benefit for the St. Johns Riverkeeper. To see photos of the trip and journal entries, go to marsh2mayport.com. december 20-26, 2011 | folio weekly | 9

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Jacksonville’s once-vaunted biodiesel plant was vacant and unattended last week.

Fuel Inefficiency

Five years after opening a “money-saving” biodiesel plant, the city closes the facility and scraps the business

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hen the city of Jacksonville fired up a biodiesel plant in 2006, it seemed like change had combusted inside the typically static halls of government. A Times-Union headline in September that year said, “City plans to save by making biodiesel.” The story noted that city officials planned to use the biofuel to gas up garbage trucks, fire engines, buses and any other diesel vehicles. The city had a ready source of used oil from places such as Alltel Stadium and the Baseball Grounds,

from the U.S. Department of Energy) but was rethinking its biodiesel program.

“That is just the wrong direction,” says Allen Tilley, chair of the global warming committee of the Sierra Club Northeast Florida group. He points to a three-year federally funded study on rising sea levels in this area, just underway, and predicts that its results will prompt people in Northeast Florida to take renewed interest in reducing carbon emissions. “The biodiesel plant is

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The city did not answer questions about why the plant was shut down. But at a time when frugality drives most decisions, presumably the mayor thinks the Commonwealth Avenue biodiesel plant, which was supposed to be a money-saver, costs too much. and the head of the city’s Fleet Management Division, Sam Houston, said it would yield big savings. The city could make a gallon of biodiesel fuel for 70 cents, rather than buying it for about $2.48 a gallon, he said at the time.

Assuming the city could produce 2,000 gallons a week, he estimated it would save Jacksonville as much as $150,000 a year.

But in November — just months after the facility was expanded to allow for increased production — the city shuttered the plant and apparently plans to dismantle it for scrap metal.

The city did not answer questions about why the plant was shut down. Calls to spokesperson Jennifer Savage, Mayoral Chief of Staff Chris Hand and Public Communications Officer Ginny Walthour all went unanswered at press time. But at a time when frugality drives most decisions, presumably the mayor thinks the Commonwealth Avenue biodiesel plant, which was supposed to be a money-saver, costs too much.

Walthour did email Folio Weekly in response to inquiries, but did not address questions about why or whether the plant was closing. She simply wrote that the city still bought biodiesel for JEA (which the electric utility needs in order to obtain energy credits

a small contribution” to the reduction of those pollutants, says Tilley, “but it shows a willingness on the part of the community to adjust and to adapt for a carbon-free world.”

And while Jacksonville is declaring its plant a failed experiment, St. Johns County officials say theirs is a resounding success.

County Public Works Director Joe Stephenson says the plant saves $1 on every gallon of biodiesel fuel they burn (including the salary and benefits of the individual who operates the biodiesel plant).

But the operation is still small, creating about 300 to 400 gallons a week, or 15,600 gallons a year — just a fraction of the 375,000 gallons of diesel the county uses annually.

Stephenson says they have a way to go to make a real dent in diesel fuel usage, but there’s no way they’d shut it down. Like recycling newspaper, glass and plastic bottles, it might not be lucrative, but it represents community values.

Stephenson compares the St. Johns County biodiesel plant to a small business that takes three years to turn a profit, noting, “All recycling is an investment in the long term.”

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ike so much that affects Jacksonville’s Northwest Quadrant, the situation at Raines High School that occasioned the dismissal of popular and metrically successful Principal George Maxey is one that exposes as much about the commentators as it does about the controversy. Like so many other ephemeral moments in the news cycle, our understanding of the Raines situation boils down to an assembly of the barest facts and our own imposed preconceptions.

On one side, we see apologists — those who tell us that it’s OK that Maxey covered up one of his football players pilfering and pillaging the Bradford County locker room some weeks back, because they wanted to keep the young offender from becoming a victim of this is a copyright protectedthe proof criminal© justice system. On the other side are mostly white people with no experience of the streets around Raines, except what they ons, please call your advertising representative at 260-9770. rUn dAte: 101111 may have heard about it on the news. Safe in Nocatee or Queen’s Harbor or Gate Parkway, PROOF IF POSSIBLE AT 268-3655 they hear of Maxey’s misdeeds and utter their Produced by ab Checked by assorted Salesracial Repcode dl words. of benefit sUpport Ask for Action We are a stratified city. We all know full well that most of those who attend Raines and live in the Moncrief area are AfricanAmerican. Those who aren’t black often — as did a young white, blonde lady emoting over Maxey’s departure on a local newscast coverage of the Raines student protests — adopt the diction and fashion of their neighbors. This is as it would be in any neighborhood whose demographics run counter to so-called “Middle America.” Go to an Appalachian holler, act like a hillbilly or get driven out. Live in Chinatown, and find yourself assimilating or departing.

Local neighborhoods are no different.

I found myself, a while back, talking with an assistant principal at Raines. I was supposed to talk to Maxey, but — 45 minutes after the chat was to begin — I was pawned off on a subordinate. A heavyset, dark skinned man, sweating through his T-shirt (sort of reminiscent of former Georgetown Hoyas coach John Thompson) filled me in on a central preoccupation of the Raines administration.

“The neighborhoods around here are number one,” he growled. No 1 in teen pregnancy, single-parent homes, crime, AIDS, and other things he litanized. He went on to explain that an educator at Raines wasn’t just charged with teaching the subject area and making the students “test-ready”, but also bore responsibility for quasi-parental social functions.

It’s not like the idyllic high schools seen on “Saved by the Bell” and “Boy Meets World”, where we knew that all those kids went home to warm beds and two wholesome parents and canned laughter. Raines is a place where less is given to the students to help them to succeed and more — impossibly more, considered in aggregate — is expected of the educators. The unspoken expectation is to save as many as you can. And as you get to know the kids — the troubled, the brilliant, the ugly, the bipolar, the scarred, the scared, and the scary — you get to know that the demons that haunt them are not unlike

the demons that haunt you, or that may haunt you still. Thus, you make deals. You compromise those ethics that come so easy to those ensconced in their plush tract homes.

That is the reality of working successfully at a place like Raines. Yet, for Maxey, the reality Maxey

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Raines is a place where less is given to the students to help them to succeed and more – impossibly more, considered in aggregate – is expected of the educators. wasn’t quite so real. He made upwards of $100K a year. Enough to buy a very nice home — or two or three — in a neighborhood near Raines, one that desperately could use that kind of buy-in from a community leader. And Maxey has a very nice home indeed, in a tidy little subdivision in Orange Park. Far, far away from any consequences that might ensue from the larceny perpetrated by, say, a scofflaw who has been saved from the system. Taxpayers’ money, paying property taxes in Clay County; but it’s his money and his right.

There are no easy answers for the cultural war imposed by corporate America on African-American youth. The prison-industrial complex took many of their fathers away from them in their formative years, and the pop culture targeted towards them is full of Li’l Wayne and Nicki Minaj, obscenity and shtick, the kind of stuff that led a generation to wear saggy pants and “wifebeaters,” oblivious to the connotative power of their choices.

There are, likewise, no easy answers for those trying to educate those who society has not just given up on, but has — in many ways — actively sabotaged and cheated out of the kind of future many of those reading this take as their birthrights.

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Rudolph Redux (Hey, person reading this! I’m on vacation this week … so here’s a classic holiday edition of “I Love Television™” to stick in your stocking.

And by “stocking” I mean “butt.” Happy holidays! — Humpy)

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TTENTION: There are serious problems with “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” I will elucidate on those problems (and the needed corrections) in three … two … one … GO! (1) Rudolph is totes creepy. I’m referring to the Rankin/Bass creepy wooden puppet version of Rudolph, with tiny walking nightmares whose mouths refuse to move at the proper speed, and who jerk around like Jerry Lewis.

NEEDED CORRECTION: Rankin/Bass should’ve used CG … like in “Avatar”! If James Cameron had directed this, Rudolph would’ve been totes realistic — though probably blue, and having “tail linked to beard” sex with Santa.

Rudolph is totes creepy.

I’m referring to the Rankin/ Bass creepy wooden puppet version of Rudolph, with tiny walking nightmares whose mouths refuse to move at the proper speed, and who jerk around like Jerry Lewis.

(2) Santa’s kind of a dick. The moment Santa discovers Rudolph’s glowing nose, he bans him from pulling the sleigh — and all subsequent reindeer games! THAT’S DISCRIMINATION, Y’ALL! Then when the elves try to cheer Santa up by singing a kickass choral version of “We Are Santa’s Elves,” his only response is, “Needs some work.” You know what else needs some work, Santa? Your goddamn attitude! You treat those elves like suicidal 11-year-olds working at an Indonesian iPhone factory! SOMEBODY CALL A LAWYER! Elves are a protected class, bitch!

NEEDED CORRECTION: Santa should be nicer.

(3) Dentists are not necessarily homosexuals.

A lot of them are, sure. Maybe 85 percent. But directly equating dentistry with homosexuality, as “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” clearly does with the Hermey the Misfit Elf character, dissuades straight people from trying gay things.

Because no one likes the dentist, right? Except me. Sometimes when I’m getting my teeth cleaned, I get a liiiittle biiiitty boner.

NEEDED CORRECTION: I don’t know … maybe I can jerk off before going to the dentist?

(4) The Abominable Snow Monster of the North totally has Justin Bieber’s haircut. IT’S TRUE! Check it out for yourself if you don’t believe me.

NEEDED CORRECTION: Look, I love Justin Bieber, too, but every acnepocked American teen has “the Beeb.” If the Abominable Snow Monster insists on stealing someone else’s hairdo, maybe he should go with a high-top fade like Kid ’n’ Play had in “House Party.” THAT’S PHRESH!

(5) The Island of Misfit Toys needs its own show. Those characters — including Charliein-the-Box, the Bird Fish (a bird who swims like a fish) and that bizarre winged lion King Moonracer — are way too disturbing to be in a kids’ holiday special.

NEEDED CORRECTION: These misfits should all star in a brand-new version of “Lost.”

OMIGOD, I’M SO BRILLIANT! The plot: Santa’s sleigh crashes on a deserted island, where he’s instantly killed, leaving a bunch of stranded effed-up toys to make a new life for themselves! Unfortunately, the toys are constantly under attack from an abominable (smoke) monster and a group of homosexual dentists called The Others. AND JUSTIN BIEBER GUEST STARS!!!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20 8:00 BIO ROCKY ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE The 1976 Oscar-winning film is 35 years old, officially making you the oldest person I know.

9:00 NBC A VERY GILLY CHRISTMAS It’s SNL’s Kristen Wiig as fan-fave Gilly in this clip fest of her best skits.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21 8:00 AMC A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Movie) (1984) George C. Scott plays the miserly Scrooge who’s visited by the Ghost of Rubber-Suited Gimps.

10:00 FX AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season finale! Phew! Ben and Viv’s new twins are perfectly normal — if you don’t count the hooves.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22 8:00 FOX THE X FACTOR Season finale! The winner of what is clearly the most annoying reality contest of all time is crowned!

8:00 TLC INVASION OF THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2 Apparently, one TV special about insane Christmas light displays from around the country isn’t enough.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 8:00 CW OLIVE THE OTHER REINDEER Drew Barrymore lends her voice to this adorable holiday animated classic! (Needs more creepy wooden puppets.)

8:00 BBCA WAIT WAIT … DON’T TELL ME Fans of the NPR game show will enjoy this special TV version starring Americans vs. Limeys.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 8:00 NBC IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (Movie) (1946) After sniffing “Zuzu petals,” a man suffers weird, passive-aggressive hallucinations.

9:00 BBCA THE NERDIST: YEAR IN REVIEW The much beloved geek podcast relives the nerdiest nerd things of 2011 (aka “The Year of the Nerd”)!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 8:00 ABC HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS The classic Dr. Seuss animated version, and not the revolting Jim Carrey movie. (By the way, Merry Xmas, everybody! You’re cool!)

MONDAY, DECEMBER 26 8:00 IFC THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS Lea “Back to the Future” Thompson and Michael Anthony “Breakfast Club” Hall tell their most mortifying stories!

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n the vernacular of the street, they’re “flying,” as in “flying a sign.” They stand at off-ramps at Roosevelt Boulevard and I-295, at Beach Boulevard and 9A, at Park Street and I-95, at Blanding and Wells Road, at A1A and Marsh Landing Parkway.

Planted like ironweeds where traffic spools up, they publish a haiku of calamity. “Lost Job, Lost House, God Bless.” “I’m just like you, but need help.” “Laid off 10 months, need food.”

“Homeless, hungry, help me please.”

Though it’s become both a pop culture cliché and an Internet meme, “Will work for food” is out of fashion. Veteran sign wielders say the terms “homeless” and “hungry” have also lost their effectiveness. Jonathan Emeril, working a U.S. 1 intersection with his dog Lily at his feet, observes, “I’ve been using ‘Seeking Kindness’ on my sign. With this sign, no one really yells at me anymore.”

The need to forestall verbal attacks reflects the complicated feelings motorists have about panhandlers. Whereas some pause to pull a few bills or offer a blessing, others are just as likely to shout, “Get a job.” Panhandlers attest to being pelted with items, trash, even spare change.

Others are presented with half-eaten sandwiches, or food better suited for the trash bin. Even advocates for the poor and downtrodden are ambivalent about streetside panhandlers.

Cindy Funkhouser, president and CEO of Sulzbacher Center, says most panhandlers are not homeless, no matter what their signs say — particularly if they’re in the suburbs. “Most of them have some housing arrangement, even if it’s couch surfing,” she says. “Panhandling is

sort of a career unto itself.”

It’s not a career she supports. “We recommend that under no circumstances should you give them money. If you want to help a panhandler and will feel guilty if you don’t, keep fast food gift certificates on you,” says Funkhouser. “Or offer to buy a meal and bring it back.”

Still, a plea for help presents a moral dilemma for many motorists. You can’t assess the accuracy of a Magic-Marker message.

You’ve only got a few seconds to decide to offer a buck, drive past, or offer some food (hopefully with more finesse than one fearful lady recently did when she launched a Walmart rotisserie chicken out her window like a

he lost his wife and his business in a bitter divorce. He recently had three heart attacks and his VA cardiologist won’t release him to work his trade as a mechanic. “Also, there aren’t any jobs here,” says Dennis. “If you look in the classifieds, you either have to be an RN or a rocket scientist.” Dennis hasn’t had a job in the past five years he’s been begging in St. Augustine.

Today, Dennis is working the line of cars on A1A where it T-bones into San Marco Avenue. This spot is known as much for the squadron of sign holders as it is for the $1-a-ride carousel landmark. A friend, Floyd, works the line of cars while Dennis takes a break, sitting on a milk crate next to the

“Today a lady brought me a hamburger.

She went and got it for me. Oh God, man, it brings tears to my eyes when someone is that nice to me.” depth charge, yelling, “It’s too salty for me!”)

But in talking to some street-corner veterans, it’s clear these frequent fliers really are like everyone else — flawed, insightful, polite, devious, and often hopeful beyond reason.

Dennis the Veteran

Bad love, bad luck and ill health. Dennis hails from Pennsylvania, but he moved South after

driveway of Dr. Quigg’s chiropractic office.

Thin, with bowed shoulders and smoky lenses that obscure his eyes, Dennis discusses the etiquette of roadside begging.

“Like I say on my sign, ‘Anything Helps.’

You don’t turn anything down. They’re giving it out of the goodness of their heart. If you can’t use it, you give it to someone else who’s flying a sign; maybe they can use it.”

Case in point: a blueberry pastry sitting on

another milk crate. Floyd gave him the pastry, which is missing a bite. Said it tasted funny.

Floyd lives in Beggarsville, a campsite with a wretched retro ring to it, located near the Kentucky Fried Chicken at S.R. 16 and I-95.

Dennis lives there in a tent with his buddy, and rides his bike the roughly six miles to his panhandling spot. He generally shuns the local shelter, saying he doesn’t like the tramps there.

supplementing food from a church pantry.

“Once when you could fly downtown, a guy gave me two hundred-dollar bills. Out here, I’ve gotten fifties, a few twenties once in a while. That’s a good day,” he says.

A bee lands on my shoulder, and Dennis thumps it away with his finger. He points to a couple hundred bees overhead, jostling to get inside the dead tree to the hive. “You get used

“If you can’t use something, you give it to someone else. Maybe they can use it.”

Case in point: the blueberry pastry Floyd gave him, which is missing a bite.

Said it tasted funny.

Funkhouser says many panhandlers avoid shelters because they search visitors for drugs, alcohol and weapons, and because they impose rules and structure.

Dennis prefers his own structure. “This is pretty much my corner,” he says, sweeping his arm from the driveway toward the carousel.

“Sometimes someone will try to get my place, and I have to run them off.”

Women are the best givers. “They might be afraid of us, but they still help us. A lot of people are afraid, and I see why they might be,” he says, offering a smoke as he continues. “But it’s not that way. There’s not a one of them who works this corner that will hurt you. We’re not breaking into people’s houses, we’re not robbing stores. It’s menial, but it’s legal.”

A churchgoing former Marine awarded a Bronze Star, Dennis doesn’t judge other fliers, and prefers that motorists not judge him, either. “We like it if someone just waves, or nods. It won’t encourage us to come over to them. It just acknowledges that we are there.

They wave, we wave back, and it makes it a better day.”

A normal day brings in about $15, enough to feed him and his buddy for a day,

to it,” he says of the insects. “The only ones that come down here are the ones they kick out of the hive, the weak ones.” Dennis ends his break with a last drag on his discount cigarette.

He grabs his sign and heads back to work, Forof questions, just another one pushed out the hive who’s please call your landed by the side of the road.

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William stands in the median facing traffic as it spills off Butler Boulevard and heads south on A1A. Stopped at the light where Marsh Landing Boulevard exits the Target shopping center are three lanes of idling traffic. The 45-year-old William, looking like an aged Jack Sparrow minus the eyeliner, works for left-lane booty like a swordless pirate. His aluminum cane is no weapon, but it opens the wallets quite nicely at this lucrative spot.

Ducking into McDonald’s and back out with a bag of victuals, William settles his pack, then gently himself on a curb in the parking lot. It’s a painful process. Hair long on his shoulders, bleary eyes peering suspiciously, he tugs his black Nike cap down and agrees to talk about his 25 years of flying — but only after

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Dennis (left) panhandles daily near the carousel in downtown St. Augustine. Floyd commutes there from “beggarsville,” the name given the homeless camp near I-95 and S.R. 16.

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William just got out of jail this morning after two days, time served for the charge of peddling, or obstructing a road. It’s usually one or the other.

The police are very aggressive at this spot, according to Funkhouser of the Sulzbacher Center, but William has seen worse places than the inside of the jail. In fact, jail can sometimes be a nice break. It’s safe, food is served, and it’s the one place you don’t have to dodge the cops. When not in jail, he sleeps in various cubbyholes around Orange Park, or just on a couple of blankets out in the woods.

Always outside.

William took the bus from Orange Park to Ponte Vedra today, and will return the same

twenty, fives and ones. He pulls bills from a jeans pocket, from Velcroed slips in his pack, from his shoe. He even scratches through mulch to demonstrate where he keeps it. “I bury money,” he explains. “You have to hide it from the cops. They’ll take your money and put it toward your court costs.”

With a triumphant look, he observes, “They call me The Wiz, The Wizard,” he says, pointing out a forearm tattoo of a ram-headed wizard with a skull at his feet. “I know all the ropes. Sometimes these guys will be sitting around boo-hooing, it’s raining like hell, saying no one can make a dollar today. I’ll say, ‘Let me show you something, son of a bitches.’

I come back in 10 minutes with 50 bucks.”

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“Me, I’m an alcoholic.”

He’s also disabled, at least according to him. “I’m crippled and everything, man.

Government says I’m not, took my disability away. But I’m tore up.” At this, he lifts his brown T-shirt to reveal a mangled belly, pooched out as if pregnant with a paving stone. “Shot with a 12-gauge,” he explains.

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William stands up — it takes a moment — and strikes his pose. Steady gaze with a shade of defiance, leaning into his cane, he projects authoritative need — as if he doesn’t care if you give him money, with a menacing subtext that he could take it from you anyway.

“I’m a crippled old fuck. Government took my check. What do you want from me? ‘I’m not able to work. Can you please help me?’ ” says William. “I don’t speak to nobody. They just look at me and that’s what they see.”

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“He’s doing it all wrong,” he gripes, “holding his sign like he’s embarrassed, bowing his head. You got to show no fear!”

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Jonathan Emeril (left) says he changed his sign to ask only for “kindness” and “no one really yells at me anymore.”

Julie says it helps to be a woman, and it helps to have a sense of humor. She says she makes about $20 a day.

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shouts to his protégé, “Ditch the sign! Ditch the sign! Cops!” He shakes his head. “Man needs help.”

The Fledgling Jay

Yes, he does. The newbie under William’s wing flings his sign into the bushes, turns and walks toward Target with purpose. Rather, limps with purpose.

Jay, a sandy-haired electrician laid off four months ago, has been flying a sign for all of three days. He shares his story, which involves a hip replacement after being hit by a car and a beating administered by turf-protectors near a downtown shelter. Hence his flight to the Beaches, a place he always loved when growing up on the Westside.

And though his hip replacement and beating sound like biographical woes possibly lifted from William’s life, Jay’s distress as he recounts his descent into homelessness is either very real or he’s a fine actor.

His first sign, “Will Work for Food,” yielded more abuse than food and no work.

“Some people have given me food, maybe a little change, a dollar here and there. But mostly people just look at me,” he says. “It’s embarrassing, very embarrassing.”

It’s a rough adjustment for Jay, who says his employer of seven years, Allstate Electric, went from 300 to 30 employees. He hopes his unemployment claim will be approved, but he has lost everything, and the 38-year-old feels it keenly.

“Every now and then, I see someone I know, and I just turn away and duck my head,” he says. “Sitting out here in public, it’s degrading.

A lot of people don’t know it, but it could happen to them.”

He tries a weak smile at a young woman in a car stopped next to him. She ignores him,

casually making a call on her cell phone.

“I see some people are scared. They’ll lock their door. I’m not trying to hurt them, I’ll back away,” he says, remembering to hold up his sign, an instant-message SOS. “I’m like a beggar in the Bible at the gates, and I just want them to help me.”

Jay has gone to a few area churches for help, but he says the need is too great, and stories like his too plentiful. “So many people have burnt help out, getting help and not using it for the right reasons … ” His voice fades, and his bottom lip quivers.

He recalls that when he was working, he wouldn’t give beggars money, thinking they’d spend it on drugs or drinking. But he would give them food. “Because when someone is hungry, you have to feed them. You know?” he asks, holding back tears. “It’s the human heart.

Today a lady brought me a hamburger. She went and got it for me. It made me feel good.

Oh God, man, it brings tears to my eyes when someone is that nice to me.”

Jay’s 18-year-old daughter has started her own life, and he can’t bring himself to ask her for help. “She’s having it rough. I’ll call her every once in a while. I don’t tell her I’m homeless or nothing. She’ll ask if I’m all right and I say, ‘Yeah, I’m OK,’ ” he says. “It’s difficult.”

“I understand that people can’t all help. I see them in a fancy car, they’ve made some better decisions in their life than I have. I’ve had a hard life, I lost my family, my wife. But I’ve made some bad decisions, very bad decisions.”

Still, Jay has no desire to keep flying. “I’m going to keep trying, trying to get work,” he says.

“I’m not going to go crawl up into a little ball and die somewhere. It’ll get better. I’m a fighter.”

Julie of the Green Box

By about 9 o’clock every morning, Julie’s at

Some people offer out-of-date food and half-eaten sandwiches. “I say ‘Thanks,’ then throw it away later,” says Julie.

“I mean, if I handed you a sandwich I was eating, would you eat it?” her spot, next to a green traffic control box in front of the St. Augustine library. Black hair, black rimmed glasses, quick with a smile, she usually wears shorts that tightly fit her sturdy legs, which pedal her around town on her bike.

Before flying her sign this Monday morning, she was reading a Folio Weekly on the oakshaded curb in the parking lot, where other fliers circle as they wait their turn for her spot.

The 25-year-old needs a good day. “Sunday, I made, like, 75 cents. On the weekends, it’s usually easy to make more money. Yesterday, I was a little disappointed,” she says, keeping an eye on traffic and showing her sign while fielding questions.

Julie’s been flying for about a year, living in a tent with her boyfriend, who seeks work at a day-labor place, without much success. “We live in a camp over by Winn-Dixie — on the safe side,” she explains, eye-rolling a Thank God expression. “The unsafe side is way back, on the other side of the tracks. That’s where all the alcoholics live.”

She doesn’t smoke, do drugs or drink.

Fliers, she says, can be broken down into roughly three groups: the mentally ill and addicted, the deadbeats and the people like her, who are temporarily down and need a little help to get on their feet. She takes her money and buys food and stuff for the camp. She uses the library computer to search for jobs on Craigslist and Monster.com.

She flies because it’s possible to make a little money when there are no jobs. She says the police have set aside this one area around the library where flying is allowed. “The cops never hassle us here. But if I were to do this at Home Depot, I’d be arrested,” she says. “I used to

make 40 to 60 dollars a day there. Sadly, those days are gone.” Now she usually makes 20 or so dollars a day.

It helps to have a sense of humor, she says, and it helps to be a woman. Julie’s style is slow and steady. “I let my sign speak to them. Some people are nervous about you. I understand, because the alcoholics can be kind of scary.”

Flying has changed her attitude toward people. Some people are cruel and yell mean things. Most of the time she shrugs it off, but it hurts. “I’ve had Christians who flip me off. I don’t understand that,” says Julie, who’s Catholic. “But other people just want to talk to you, and they go, ‘Oh, she’s not that bad, they’re not that bad.’ ” As if on cue, an older couple in a light blue sedan stop next to her. The man in the passenger seat looks up at her sternly and asks, “You looking for work, young lady?”

“Yesss,” says Julie tentatively. The couple laughs and drives away, and Julie’s laughing, too. “They’re friends of mine,” she says. “He was just joking with me. I met them out here.

They give me money sometimes, but mostly they’re nice to me, stop and talk.”

Sometimes it’s annoying when “richy people” in an Escalade give her a quarter and say that’s all they’ve got. Some proffer out-ofdate food and half-eaten sandwiches. “I say ‘Thanks,’ then throw it away later. I mean, if I handed you a sandwich I was eating, would you eat it?”

Food is OK, but she prefers money.

“Because I need the money now. I have some food back at the camp,” says Julie. “My goal is to get a job — and to get out of the woods.”

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Reasons to leave the house this week HAPPY HOLIDAYS SEASONAL STUFF!

Let’s face it: The holidays can be worrisome for us all, with decisions about whether to go “fake” or “natural” for your Christmas tree as exhausting as wondering which liquor stores and bail bondsmen have the best prices. This year, why not let Folio Weekly take some of the anxiety out of your agenda, with our list of festive possibilities? It’s all on page 39.

FOLK TAMMERLIN

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens presents the eclectic duo Tammerlin, performing their “Wintersong” concert on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. at 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville.

The holiday-themed show, including ancient carols, seasonal songs, readings and poems, in a program debuted at the Smithsonian in ’01. Taking the name for the twosome from a poem by Edgar Allen Poe, multi-instrumentalists Arvid Smith and Lee Hunter began performing their unique blend of traditional European and American folk music in the early ’90s. Since then, Tammerlin has been a favorite on the national folk music scene, earning rave reviews from respected rags like Dirty Linen Music. Admission is free. 356-6857.

FESTIVE KWANZAA

Originally established in the 1960s as a way to honor and celebrate African-American cultural heritage, Kwanzaa (Swahili for “first fruits of the harvest”) has since been adopted by all races to honor those same principles. The Ritz Theatre & Museum celebrates the first day of Kwanzaa, Umoja (“Unity”), a day for us to strive for harmony and togetherness, on Monday, Dec. 26 at 7 p.m. at 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville. Bring fruit to be shared with the community. Admission is free.

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INSPECTION 12

Break out the tinsel and malt liquor! Nothing says the holidays are upon us more than two nights of primo, locally bred punk rock. Since ’04, Inspection 12 has been bringing in the yuletide cheer with a series of hometown shows and this year is no different. Originally formed in the early ’90s by a gang of junior high punk fans, the current lineup (bass-vocalist Dan McClintock, guitarist-vocalist Pete Mosely, guitarist-vocalist James Trimble and drummer Tim Grisnik) is still going strong. Inspection 12 performs with Whaleface on Friday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m. at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. 246-2473.

The band is on stage again at its Acoustic Xmas show with Katie Grace Helow and Jordan McDowell (of local punks Hatrick) on Sunday, Dec. 25 at 8 p.m. at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville.

398-7496. Tickets for each show are $10. And read our interview with Dan McClintock on pg. 27.

MERRY XMAS, PUNK! FISTMAS @ TSI

If the holiday’s mandated mirth and guilt-induced goodwill has you seeing red, it’s time to crack your knuckles and celebrate the 10th anniversary of Fistmas! The annual performance showcases local rockers Thee Harmonious Fists and their equally loud pals The Mold and The Woolly Bushmen on Friday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m. at Club TSI, 333 E. Bay St., Jacksonville. clubtsi.com

VOCAL EXPRESS STRAIGHT NO CHASER

The 10-piece all-male a cappella group Straight No Chaser originally formed in 1996 on the Indiana University campus. Since then, the Hoosier-bred chorale phenomenon has toured extensively, headlining its own PBS special and, most recently, released the EP, “Six Pack: Volume 2.” Northeast Florida music lovers don’t need any convincing — the band’s performance last year was a sell-out. Straight No Chaser performs on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $32 and $40.

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TEEN SPIRIT THE SCREAM TOUR

Since 2001, The Scream Tour has been a de facto springboard for young and upcoming R&B, pop and hip-hop sensations hoping to propel to teenybopper infamy, basking in the unholy roar of a screaming pre-teen audience (Lil’ Bow Wow debuted on the original roster). This year’s no different: The Scream Tour, featuring Mindless Behavior (pictured), rapper Diggy Simmons (son of the Rev. Run of Run-DMC), crooner Jacob Latimore, Hamilton Park and the OMG Girls, rolls into town on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville.

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Cheers! Zac Efron and Michelle Pfeiffer enjoy a piping hot cup of Rom-com Roast in Garry Marshall’s lovely “New Year’s Eve.”

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all me a hopeless romantic, but there’s something about New Year’s Eve that warms the heart. It’s an opportunity for change, rebirth, the pursuit of unfulfilled hopes and getting rid of all that weighs you down. It is, in short, a special night for those who choose to make it special.

“New Year’s Eve,” director Garry Marshall’s moderately successful and endearing followup to “Valentine’s Day,” works because it

Michelle Pfeiffer. He’s a courier who wants her tickets to a posh party; she just quit her job and has a list of resolutions she has no idea how to fulfill. The deal: He makes her resolutions come true in one day and she’ll give him the tickets to the party. He’s given a lot of leeway, and it’s a treat to see the way he provides her with a trip to Bali, a traffic-free taxi ride, and so on. This is a storyline that would be fun as its own movie.

Ensemble movies featuring many storylines and characters often get lost in a balancing act, but Marshall and screenwriter Katherine Fugate are able to focus on the end point of the ball dropping at midnight.

This is especially important, because it allows momentum to build as Marshall cuts among the characters but keeps it all in the same

The realism of the actual NYE is also an example of cinema magic, combined with an impressive attention to detail. Filming began in Times Square on Dec. 31, 2010, making it the first feature film to capture the event live in its 106-year history. embraces the romance and optimism of the holiday. The film is about love, loss, hope, friendship, second chances and fresh starts, and is set in New York City, with a cast of A-listers and legit up-and-comers.

Major players include Hilary Swank as the person in charge of the ball drop in Times Square, Halle Berry as the nurse to Robert De Niro’s dying cancer patient, Ashton Kutcher and Lea Michele as opposites stuck in an elevator, Jon Bon Jovi as — what else? — a rock star, Katherine Heigl as his spurned lover (with Sofia Vergara as her assistant), Josh Duhamel as a man who desperately needs to get to the city, Abigail Breslin as a teenager who wants to hang out with her friends and Jessica Biel and Seth Meyers as a couple racing against another couple (Sarah Paulson and Til Schweiger) to have the first baby of the new year.

The best and most interesting storyline features the unlikely pairing of Zac Efron and

time frame. The realism of the actual NYE is also an example of cinema magic, combined with an impressive attention to detail. Filming began in Times Square on Dec. 31, 2010, making it the first feature film to capture the event live in its 106-year history.

That said, none of the performances is too memorable, though a few stand out: Swank has a nice speech in the midst of the ball being stuck halfway up the pole, comedian Larry Miller is amusing as an indifferent tow-truck guy, and Vergara gets some good laughs even if she’s playing the same role (in terms of personality) she does on “Modern Family.”

There’s not much here if you’re like my uncle and go to bed at 10:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. But if you celebrate or have any fond memories of the event at all, “New Year’s Eve” is worth staying up for to put a smile on your face.

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Hawaiian Punch

Director Alexander Payne’s “The Descendants” is an exploration of cinematic paradise The Descendants ****

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here’s already an overabundance of worthy films beckoning audiences this holiday season.

Traditionally, studios reserve Thanksgiving to Christmas for their big guns — action blockbusters like “Sherlock Holmes” and “Mission Impossible,” kid flicks like “Arthur Christmas” and “The Muppets,” and would-be Oscar contenders like “J. Edgar,” “Hugo” and “War Horse.” This year has been an especially good one for filmgoers, and it just got even better last week with the appearance locally of director Alexander Payne’s “The Descendants,” one of the best films so far.

Payne made his first feature film in 1996, the witty political satire “Citizen Ruth” which was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Festival. “The Descendants” is only his fourth directorial effort since then, following “Election” (1999), “About Schmidt” (’02) and “Sideways” (’04). Each of those earned one or more Oscar nods, “Sideways” getting a total of five, finally winning one for Payne’s screenplay.

As good as each of those movies was, “The Descendants” is better. A richly nuanced character study of a family in crisis, the film is intelligent, touching and humorous — an unusual combination of elements we might otherwise find only in the best works of Woody Allen or Wes Anderson. The major difference that marks Payne’s films is that his characters tend to be more realistic and more ordinary than Woody Allen’s intellectuals and Wes Anderson’s eccentrics.

Always adept in his choice of locations (the Midwest landscape in “About Schmidt,” the California wine country in “Sideways), Payne sets “The Descendants” in Hawaii, the beauty of which highlights the film’s other riches.

George Clooney plays Matt King, a middle-aged attorney whose personal life seems ready to fall apart just as he is on the verge of an enormous financial coup. By way of inheritance, Matt and his extended family of cousins and other relatives control a pristine stretch of Hawaiian landscape. As the executor, Matt is readying the real estate for sale to the highest bidder when his wife is rendered permanently comatose in a

boating accident. Suddenly finding himself the sole functioning parent to his two daughters, rebellious 18-year-old Alexandra (Shailene Woodley) and precocious pre-teen Scottie (Amara Miller), Matt also discovers his wife was having an affair with innocuous real-estate agent Brian (Matthew Lillard) and was planning to leave him.

Nonplussed to say the least, Matt sets off on an island-hopping voyage of discovery, trying to discover the identity of his wife’s lover even as he’s learning about his daughters. Having been mostly a “backup parent” so far, he must understand what it really means to be a father.

Given this broad overview of the plot, one might think “The Descendants” in danger of being morbid or maudlin. One of its delights, however, is the way in which Payne invests the very real human drama with humor, and without reducing either the characters or conflicts to stereotypes. The movie radiates humanity, blending laughter and sentiment without a single false note.

Clooney and Shailene Woodley (TV’s “The Secret Life of the American Teenager”) complement one another marvelously, each of them certain to win well-deserved Oscar nominations. Making an auspicious screen debut, Amara Miller holds her own as well, one of the most believable screen pre-teens in some time. Also deserving of notice is Robert Forster as Matt’s crusty father-in-law, a man whose grief is matched only by his irritation with those around him whom, he feels, failed his daughter. Like his co-stars, Forster gives a richly modulated performance, both funny and tender.

Last but not least is Alexandra’s tag-along friend Sid (Nick Krause), an apparent dope who turns out, like everyone else in the film, to have an unexpected side.

“The Descendants” is a wonderful film, worth the seven-year wait since “Sideways.”

Alexander Payne may take his time, but like the good wine that played such a prominent role in his last film, the final product is fullbodied, delicate and tasty all at the same time.

Look for even more Oscar nominations this time around.

Back it up! George Clooney and Shailene Woodley star in “The Descendants.”

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NOW SHOWING THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN ***G Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Steven Spielberg brings the popular young English sleuth to America in this animated action-adventure featuring the vocal stylings of Jamie “Billy Elliott” Bell, Daniel Craig, Simon Pegg, Cary Elwes and Toby Jones. Tintin (Bell) and his dog Snowy travel the globe getting in and out of trouble.

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIP-WRECKED **@@ 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.

The vacation plans of Dave Seville (Jason Lee) and those nutty little Chipmunks (voices of Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler, Jesse McCartney) are sunk when they (and the Chipettes, natch!) are marooned on a deserted island. Costarring Amy Poehler, Anna Faris and Christina Applegate.

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James McAvoy, Jim Broadbent and Ashley Jensen lend their voices to the British import from Aardman Animation (“Chicken Run,” “Wallace & Gromit”) about the youngest Claus son and his Christmas Eve shenanigans while delivering one special toy. Superb animation and an entertaining story make this film warm the cockles of even the most cold-hearted holiday humbug! We’re talking to you, Gov. Scott!

THE DESCENDANTS **** Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

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THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO ***G Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd., Sun-Ray Cinema Two unlikely allies (Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara) team up to find a mysterious woman who’s been missing for 40 years.

Christopher Plummer, Joely Richardson and Robin Wright co-star.

HAPPY FEET TWO ***@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd., World Golf IMAX Theater This high-steppin’ sequel to the animated family flick, featuring the voices of Elijah Wood, Hank Azaria, Pink and Robin Williams, happily sidesteps a so-so story about penguins taking (literal) flight, instead focusing on snappy animation, toe-tappin’ tunes and likable characters.

HUGO **** 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.

Based on Brian Selznick’s Caldecott Medal book about a young boy’s magical adventures in a 1930s Paris train station, “Hugo” is director Martin Scorsese’s first foray into fantasy filmmaking, with dazzling results. Asa Butterfield, Chloe Grace Moretz, Christopher Lee and Sacha Baron Cohen star in a film blending fact and fiction into a captivating tale, delivered through impressive technical wizardry, particularly in its use of 3-D. IMMORTALS ***@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square,

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“Look, mate, it’ll wear off in six hours.” Simon Pegg helps costar Tom Cruise handle after-effects of a whole Incredible String Cheese Brand™ Organic Magic Mushroom Pizza in the action film “Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol.”

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Set in ancient Greece, this film from the makers of 2006’s “300” is a worthy addition to the sword-and-sorcery genre.

The cast includes Mickey Rourke, Stephen Dorff and Henry Cavill as the heroic Theseus, who’s given the task by the Gods of Olympus to retrieve a magical bow before it falls in the hands of evil king Hyperion (Rourke).

IMF team (Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Tom Wilkinson and Paula Patton) work through their differences while battling a ruthless enemy in the form of Kurt Hendricks (Michael Nyqvist).

JACK AND JILL **@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

The latest comedy offering from the Adam Sandler Brain Trust has the former SNL cast-member-turned-frat-boy-pinup/star of such groundbreaking films as “Happy Gilmore” and “The Waterboy” in dual roles as Jack and Jill Sadelstein, siblings trying to survive Thanksgiving. Be thankful if you survive the 90-minute comedy, inexplicably featuring Al Pacino starring as himself.

J. EDGAR ***@ Rated R • Epic Theatre St. Augustine Leonardo DiCaprio delivers an Oscar-worthy performance in Clint Eastwood’s engaging biopic that chronicles the life, legacy and still-lingering controversy surrounding J. Edgar Hoover, the decades-long director of the FBI. LADIES VS. RICKY BAHL **@@ Not Rated • AMC Regency Square Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma and Parineeti Chopra star in this Bollywood import about a smooth-talking con artist who gets a little comeuppance.

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE — GHOST PROTOCOL **G@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd., World Golf IMAX Theater After they’re wrongfully blamed for a terrorist attack, the

THE MUPPETS ***@ 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., San Marco Theatre Amy Adams and Jason Segel star (Segel co-wrote the script, with Nicholas Stoller) in the return of Jim Henson’s ragtag crew of critters including Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie and Sam Eagle. Some of the musical numbers fall a little flat, but endearing performances by Segel and Adams, loads o’ cameos and a decent story (Muppets try to save their theater) make this family-geared fl ick a must-see.

NEW YEAR’S EVE ***@ 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.

Reviewed in this issue.

PUSS IN BOOTS **@@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

The animated family film from the “Shrek”-meisters, with Antonio Banderas voicing Puss and Zach Galifinakis in for Humpty Dumpty, also features Salma Hayek, Amy Sedaris and Guillermo del Toro, in a paint-by-the-numbers fur-filled fantasy that never rises to the level of humor or inventiveness of the original “Shrek” movies.

SHERLOCK HOLMES: A GAME OF SHADOWS ***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., San Marco Theatre

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THE SITTER *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.

This comedy stars Jonah Hill as a babysitter — a suspended college student — who tries to maneuver a gang of rowdy children through a crazy adventure on the streets of New York City.

TOWER HEIST *G@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This comedy caper about the hijinks of bumbling amateur criminals (including Ben Stiller, Matthew Broderick, Eddie Murphy and Casey Affleck), an FBI agent (Tea Leoni) and a devious white-collar criminal (Alan Alda) never really leaves the ground floor due to a weak script. But it’s nice to see the very funny Murphy in an adult role again.

THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 1 **@@ 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.

EEEEEEEEE!! Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner return. The wolf pack and vampire clan are closing in on expectant parents Edward (Pattinson) and Bella (Stewart). Co-starring Gil Birmingham, Billy Burke (no, not the Good Witch from Oz), Sarah Clarke and Jackson (OMG!) Rathbone.

A VERY HAROLD AND KUMAR 3D CHRISTMAS **@@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

The sequel stars John Cho and Kal Penne as hemp-driven dudes navigating the streets of NYC on a crazy, holiday adventure that will appeal only to diehards and burnouts.

Cameos by Patton Oswalt, RZA and Neil Patrick Harris give this doped-up duo’s seasonal blend a mild buzz.

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OTHER FILMS HOLIDAY INN The WJCT Film Series concludes with this Bing Crosby/ Fred Astaire/Majorie Reynolds vehicle, which featured Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” screened at 7 p.m. on Dec. 21 at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach.

Tickets are $5; any dollar contributed over that is matched by an anonymous donor to WJCT, to support 89.9 FM. 209-3751. wjct.org pvconcerthall.com POT BELLY’S CINEMA “The Ides of March,” “Martha, Marcy, May, Marlene,” “Anonymous” and “The Guard” are shown at Pot Belly’s, 36 Granada St., St. Augustine. 829-3101.

WGHOF IMAX THEATER “Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol” is screened along with “Happy Feet Two,” “Legends of Flight 3D,” “Rescue 3D,” “The Wildest Dream: Conquest of Everest,” “Born To Be Wild 3D,” “Hubble 3D” and “Under The Sea 3D” at World Golf Hall of Fame Village, 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine. 940-IMAX. worldgolfimax.com

NEW ON DVD & BLU-RAY COLOMBIANA This action-thriller from director Olivier Megaton and writer/ producer Luc Besson stars Zoe Saldana as Cataleya, an orphan-turned-assassin who methodically takes on the criminal underworld, tracking down the man who killed her family.

WARRIOR James Caan, Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton star in director Gavin O’Connor’s gripping family drama about two estranged brothers who face off in a winner-takes-all mixed martial arts match. Nick Nolte and Jennifer Morrison co-star.

DOLPHIN TALE Actor-director Charles Martin Smith’s (aka Terry “The Toad” Fields from 1973’s “American Graffiti”!) family-geared movie is inspired by the true story of Winter, a bottlenosed dolphin who tries to find a “porpoise” in life (pun!) after being fitted with a prosthetic tail. Morgan Freeman, Harry Connick Jr. and Ashley Judd co-star.

GLEE: THE CONCERT Generation OMG! finally has its version of “Woodstock” and “Gimme Shelter” — minus all the brown acid, death by knifing, carefree groping and crucial appearances by Sha Na Na! — with this live concert film featuring all their fave performers from the immensely popular TV show, like, performing and stuff!

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In a shocking move, Patton Oswalt not only waived any salary, but actually paid $1.5 million out of his own pocket to sit in a car for “five to eight minutes” with Oscar-winner and all-around babe Charlize Theron in the dramedy “Young Adult.”

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All hands on decks! DJ Icey sets the spin control for his upcoming Jacksonville gig.

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DJ Icey returns to Northeast Florida for a Christmas night of dance-floor delights MERRY ICE-MAS 2: DJ ICEY, DJ MAGIC MIKE, WAVEWHORE, FARACE, DAVE BERG, MASON MASTERS Sunday, Dec. 25 at 9 p.m.

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n Northeast Florida’s winter months, live performances usually drip with sugarplums, symphonic ballads and garlands of holly.

If you’re looking for something a little less Tchaikovsky and a little more bust-a-moveworthy, the second annual Merry Ice-Mas 2 fills the bill.

The evening of electronic music includes headliner DJ Icey with DJ Magic Mike and Wavewhore, along with sets by Farace, Dave Berg and Mason Masters. Credited by Rolling Stone for “kick-starting the American progressive house and trance scene,” DJ Icey (born Eddie Pappa) is a Billboard-charting DJ and electronic music producer who’s worked with everyone from Groove Armada to Paul Oakenfold. The Orlando-based spin-meister averages more than 100 gigs a year and has released dozens of albums, including 2011’s “Flash the Message,” (djicey.com) a 17-track effort that includes 12 originals and a handful of remixes.

Instead of an old-school Q&A interview, Folio Weekly tried to put Icey on the proverbial hot seat with a few curveball questions.

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Folio Weekly: You’re a Florida native. Who’s the lamest performer to come out of the Sunshine State: Fred Durst, Marilyn Manson or Brooke Hogan?

DJ Icey: The drummer from Limp Bizkit, John Otto, had come out to a handful of my shows in

Jacksonville. He was even trying to get an EDM [electronic dance music] label off the ground at one point, as well. Anyway, gonna have to go with Brooke Hogan on this one. Although I watched her reality TV show when it was on the air — guilty pleasure.

F.W. What Would Jesus Dance To? D.I.: At holiday time, I am sure it’s Trans-

“At a proper ‘rave,’ you do see quite a bit of glowsticking still going on.

Day-Glo parties with mad black-lights are rockin’ and festival girls are awesome with glowing Hula Hoops.”

Siberian Orchestra, and Hillsong [church music] year round.

F.W. When you’re enjoying the company of a lady, do they ever shout out, “Ice Ice Baby, too cold. Too cold.”

D.I.: Well, actually they do and it’s because the house is too cold in the summer when I am rocking the air-conditioning super low.

F.W. Do people still “rave” and suck on pacifiers while rubbing Icey Hot all over each other or did that end in the late ’90s?

D.I.: Not so much. At a proper “rave,” you do see quite a bit of glow-sticking still going on.

Day-Glo parties with mad black-lights are rockin’ and festival girls are awesome with glowing Hula Hoops.

F.W. What’s the difference between DJ Icey and those sweaty DJs dressed in black buttondowns you see working weddings?

D.I.: Well, at a wedding I attended — at the reception during dinner, the DJ put on a Kenny G song as background music. The song kept playing on repeat — over and over. The DJ was nowhere to be found. He had left the building.

A member of the wedding party went up to his equipment to change songs on the CD and AC/DC’s “Back in Black” came booking out of the system as the wedding DJ ran back into the room. ’Nuff said.

F.W. Who’d you rather, ahem, chill with: Oprah or her best friend Gayle King?

D.I.: Oh boy, I am gonna go with the Power Broker herself!

F.W. If I came to your house and rifled through your refrigerator, what would I find?

D.I.: Eggnog, 2 percent milk, organic eggs, blueberries, Steaz teas, and Ketel One vodka in the freezer.

F.W. Did you hear that Paris Hilton is training to become a house DJ and that she’s been canoodling with DJ Afrojack? Is that good or bad news for the electronic dance music scene?

D.I.: She is not a part of the scene so it’s not relevant. I can’t believe that anyone really cares.

Didn’t she own a club in Jacksonville for a while? I’m sure she can throw her own house party and spin for her friends.

Kara Pound themail@folioweekly.com

Kara Fine

Would you let these men rock you this season? Local punks Inspection 12 (Pete Mosely, James Trimble, Dan McLintock and Tim Grisnik) suit up for their now-annual holiday gigs.

Homegrown for the Holidays

Inspection 12 keep it local for their annual holiday gigs INSPECTION 12 with WHALEFACE Friday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m.

Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach Tickets are $10. 246-2473

INSPECTION 12 ACOUSTIC XMAS with KATIE GRACE HELOW, JORDAN McDOWELL Sunday, Dec. 25 at 8 p.m.

Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville Tickets are $10. 398-7496

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f you were a music-loving teenager in J-ville in the late ’90s, you surely dug Inspection 12.

Founded in 1994, the band — Dan McClintock on bass and vocals, Pete Mosely on guitar and vocals, James Trimble on guitar and vocals and drummer Tim Grisnik — was a staple of a pop-punk scene that included local standouts Yellowcard, Hat Trick and Boredom. Great songwriting and hard work put the boys on the radar of Fat Records and NOFX lead man Fat Mike. In 2001, “In Recovery” was released on his Fat subsidiary, Honest Don’s. The record did well locally and got the band better shows and a modest tour, but things did not get easier, as they should have. The death of their original drummer Scott Shad not long after the album’s release and the subsequent rejection of their follow-up, “Get Rad,” left the band in a strange place, despite so much local success. Different projects have kept the I-12 boys busy since then, but two things you can count on are their annual Christmas shows. Folio Weekly recently had a cup of coffee with McClintock, and we talked about punks growing older, dealing with rejection and the future of the band.

Folio Weekly.: Why the Christmas shows? How did they start?

Dan McClintock: It’s fun, first off. It’s cool to get up there in front of people that know the tunes.

It’s become a tradition for us.

F.W.: Do you notice the same crowd? Are you able to see people who were coming to your shows in ’96 or ’97?

D.M.: Yeah. There are still the faithful. They come up front so you can recognize them.

It’s crazy. It’s funny to watch people age. One girl came last year and she was pregnant. I remember her being 14 or 15 at our shows.

There are some grown adults sprinkled in as well. I don’t know if they’re parents or people who like it.

F.W.: Some of the songs you may play at the shows are close to 20 years old. How does it feel to still be playing a song you may have written when you were 14?

D.M.: You know what’s interesting? I feel like now I understand what I was writing back then.

I get the lyrics more. I pay more attention to what I was saying. It’s great because it’s nostalgic and I get to reminisce.

F.W.: What is it you realize about that subject matter?

D.M.: Maybe when I wrote it, it just happened, it just came out. So I didn’t give it much thought.

I wasn’t paying attention. Mainly, for me, “Sweet Sixteen” or “Secret Identity,” there are parts in those songs that make me feel like I was trying to communicate with myself. There’s a line in “Sweet Sixteen” that goes “having dreams and eating sweets won’t get you where you want to go.” I used to have this fantasy where awesome stuff would just happen and I don’t have to put much into it, and that isn’t how life works.

F.W.: You released “In Recovery” in 2001. That was a big step from opening for bands at the Milk Bar. But “Get Rad,” your follow-up, wasn’t picked up by the label.

D.M.: I learned you can’t reject the business part of music. I had some immature expectations.

When it didn’t happen, I was deflated.

F.W.: Why did the label turn down “Get Rad”?

Did you not play the game enough?

D.M.: I felt a little rejected by the label, definitely.

Also, I realized that what they were telling me was legit. They were a punk rock label, and our album had piano rock and banjo and stuff that was not punk at all. So we figured we would just do it ourselves. James quit and Pete was doing Yellowcard. Tim and I were trying to do it without any help and put it out on our own. It was harder than I thought. I felt like I failed, and I got really embarrassed. It was a weird thing.

F.W.: What did the label tell you that you took to heart?

D.M.: I talked to Fat Mike after we sent the finished product to them. He told me he liked most of it, but it won’t work for his label. I was confused by that then, but now I understand it more.

F.W.: Though Inspection 12 has been doing the Christmas shows for some years now, it’s been a while since you did anything with regularity. Is that changing soon?

D.M.: We have been working on some new material. It’s pretty exciting. I didn’t think I would ever try to write I-12 songs again. I’m getting back into the mindset to write. I dig it.

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CONCERTS THIS WEEK

VAGRANT UNDERTOW, SUPER BOB, QUASI MOJO Punkers Vagrant Undertow play at 7 p.m. on Dec. 20 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $5. 223-9850.

HELLO DANGER, DANCELL, PARTY 4 THREE Pop punkers Hello Danger perform at 8 p.m. on Dec. 20 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8. 398-7496.

FIVE OUT OF FOUR, HILLVALLEY, kLoB, FLAGSHIP ROMANCE, MATT MacKELCAN The primo local music kicks off at 8 p.m. on Dec. 21 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8.

398-7496.

JOHN WILLIAM DAVIS Singer-songwriter Davis performs at 8 p.m. on Dec. 22 at European Street CafĂŠ, 1704 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $10. 398-9500.

MINDSLIP, THE EMBRACED, ELIJAH ROAD Heavy rockers Mindslip are on at 8 p.m. on Dec. 22 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8.

398-7496.

JACKI-O Rapper Jacki-O appears at 7 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

GARY LEE WINGARD Singer-songwriter Wingard performs at 7 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Three Layers CafĂŠ, 1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville. 355-9791.

CRASH THE SATELLITES, MOYOMOYA, SINGLE WHITE HERPE, THE WESTERLIES The local rock delights kick off at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8.

398-7496.

INSPECTION 12, WHALEFACE Punkers Inspection 12 perform at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $10. 246-2473.

FISTMAS with THEE HARMONIOUS FISTS, THE MOLD, THE WOOLLY BUSHMEN Garage rock mania starts at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Club TSI, 333 E. Bay St., Jacksonville. clubtsi.com LITTLE GREEN MEN These colorful locals perform at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Latitude 30, 10370 Philips Highway, Jacksonville. 365-5555.

FreebirdLive.com 200 N. 1st St., Jax Beach, FL • 904.246.BIRD (2473) FRIDAY DECEMBER 23

BREAD & BUTTER Dec. 30, Mojo No. 4 EVERGREEN TERRACE, KIDS LIKE US, HIS NAME WAS IRON, ATLAS Dec. 30, Jack Rabbits LE BLORR, BASTOGNE Dec. 30, Square One DR. BILL Dec. 31, Mojo No. 4 JOHNSTON DUO Dec. 31, Culhane’s Irish Pub FRIDAY DECEMBER 30 WHYTE PYTHON, IN WHISPERS, NONE LIKE US, STAYNE THEE ANGEL Dec. 31, Brewster’s Pit CHERYL WHEELER Jan. 4, CafĂŠ Eleven ERIC LINDELL Jan. 6, Mojo Kitchen BOREDOM Jan. 7, CafĂŠ Eleven BOB SEGER & THE SILVER BULLET BAND Jan. 10, Veterans SATURDAY DECEMBER 31 Memorial Arena WINTER JAM TOUR: SKILLET, NEWSONG, SANCTUS REAL, KARI JOBE Jan. 13, Veterans Memorial Arena THE GENITORTURERS Jan. 13, Brewster’s Pit RUBEN STUDDARD Jan. 13, Ritz Theatre GREGG ALLMAN Jan. 13, The Florida Theatre GLORIANNA Jan. 14, Mavericks ROCCO MARSHALL BENEFIT Jan. 14, Brewster’s Pit TAB BENOIT Jan. 14, Mojo Kitchen SUPERVILLAINS Jan. 21, Brewster’s Pit THURSDAY JANUARY 5 RAT PACK REVUE Jan. 21, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall GORDON LIGHTFOOT Jan. 22, The Florida Theatre FUEL, THE EMBRACED, GET OUT DRIVER, IN WHISPERS, TWO MINUTE WISH, MANNA ZEN, STAYNE THEE ANGEL (feat. Corey Glover of Living Colour) Jan. 22, Brewster’s Pit TYCHO Jan. 23, CafĂŠ Eleven WHERE’S THE BAND TOUR Jan. 26, CafĂŠ Eleven FRIDAY JANUARY 6 THE MOUNTAIN GOATS Jan. 27, CafĂŠ Eleven POLYGON CD RELEASE PARTY Jan. 27, Freebird Live SPIDER MONKEY, HORNIT Jan. 28, Freebird Live TRAVIS TRITT Jan. 29, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ZACH DEPUTY, BIG DADDY LOVE Jan. 29, Jack Rabbits REBELUTION, THE GROUCH, PEP LOVE Jan. 29, Mavericks SATURDAY JANUARY 7 JIMMY BUFFETT Jan. 31, Veterans Memorial Arena KEB MO Jan. 31, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE CIVIL WARS Feb. 1, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall RICHARD THOMPSON ELECTRIC TRIO Feb. 2, Ponte Vedra Produced by jw Checked by Sales Rep re PROMISE OF BENEFIT SUPPORT ASK FOR ACTION Concert Hall TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND Dec. 28, The Florida Theatre MICHAEL FEINSTEIN Feb. 2, The Florida Theatre DUANE TRUCKS’ “FLANNEL CHURCHâ€? Dec. 28, Burro Bar KELLY CLARKSON, MATT NATHANSON Feb. 2, T-U Center’s JJ GREY & MOFRO, YANKEE SLICKERS Dec. 29, Mavericks Moran Theater MYSTIKAL Dec. 29, Brewster’s Pit AARON LEWIS Feb. 3, Mavericks

5X7 The local rockers play a few numbers at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Cliff’s Bar & Grill, 3033 Monument Road, Jacksonville.

645-5162.

BAY STREET These local faves are on at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Square One, 1974 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville. 306-9004.

GRANDPA’S COUGH MEDICINE Beaches-based bluegrass barons Grandpa’s Cough Medicine are on at 10 p.m. on Dec. 23 at Mojo No. 4, 3572 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville. 381-6670.

ROCK THE BELL XMAS PARTY with EENNI BOY Local artist Eenni Boy appears at 7 p.m. on Dec. 25 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

INSPECTION 12 ACOUSTIC XMAS with KATIE GRACE HELOW, JORDAN McDOWELL Punkers Inspection 12 go unplugged for Christmas at 8 p.m. on Dec. 25 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $10. 398-7496.

MERRY ICE-MAS 2 with DJ ICEY, DJ MAGIC MIKE, WAVEWHORE, FARACE, DAVE BERG, MASON MASTERS The electronic dance music starts at 9 p.m. on Dec. 25 at Pure Nightclub, 8206 Philips Highway, Jacksonville. Admission is $20. 535-6971. wepay.com/tickets/icemas2 ORION, CALEB These rockers hit the stage at 8 p.m. on Dec. 26 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8. 398-7496.

THE SCREAM TOUR: MINDLESS BEHAVIOR, DIGGY SIMMONS, JACOB LATIMORE, HAMILTON PARK, THE OMG GIRLS The teenybopper-fueled R&B and hip-hop kick off at 7 p.m. on Dec. 27 at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $40.50. 630-6110.

PLAYING FOR KEEPS, AGLACIA, VON WOLFE Great local rock starts at 7 p.m. on Dec. 27 at Brewster’s Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

GHOZT, BIG BOI & The MONEYMAKERS, CUBBY INC., TERRELL The hip hop kicks off at 8 p.m. on Dec. 27 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $8. 398-7496.

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QUINTRON & MISS PUSSYCAT Feb. 7, Nobby’s WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY Feb. 8, The Florida Theatre KING KHAN & THE SHRINES, NATURAL CHILD Feb. 8, CafÊ Eleven DIPLO, SLEIGH BELLS Feb. 9, Freebird Live THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS, JONATHAN COULTON Feb. 9, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall RASCAL FLATTS Feb. 9, Veterans Memorial Arena THE AHN TRIO Feb. 10, The Florida Theatre THE AVETT BROTHERS Feb. 11, The Florida Theatre THE TOGAS (TY SEGALL, SHANNON SHAW, LANCE WILLIE, PHILIP SAMBOL) Feb. 15, CafÊ Eleven AN EVENING TO HONOR & BENEFIT THE ST. JOHNS RIVERKEEPER with BILLY JOE SHAVER, VAN DYKE PARKS Feb. 16, The Florida Theatre PATRIZIO BUANNE Feb. 17, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PASSAFIRE Feb. 17, Freebird Live TAPROOT Feb. 18, Brewster’s Pit ATTACK ATTACK! Feb. 18, Freebird Live YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND Feb. 19, Freebird Live RYAN MONTBLEAU BAND Feb. 20, CafÊ Eleven THE SAW DOCTORS Feb. 22, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall LYNCH MOB Feb. 24, Brewster’s Pit PABLO CRUISE Feb. 25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall AGENT ORANGE Feb. 25, Brewster’s Pit BLIND PILOT Feb. 27, CafÊ Eleven DARK STAR ORCHESTRA Feb. 29, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall BOYCE AVENUE, SECONDHAND SERENADE March 2, Freebird Live HANK WILLIAMS JR. March 3, St. Augustine Amphitheatre WYNTON MARSALIS March 4, The Florida Theatre OF MONTREAL, CASIO KIDS March 7, Freebird Live BIG HEAD TODD & THE MONSTERSMarch 11, The Florida Theatre HENRY ROLLINS March 11, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall YOUNG THE GIANT, GROUPLOVE March 16, Freebird Live THE MOODY BLUES March 17, St. Augustine Amphitheatre TONY BENNETT March 20, St. Augustine Amphitheatre WILSON PHILLIPS March 21, The Florida Theatre ANOUSHKA SHANKAR March 22, The Florida Theatre SUWANNEE SPRINGFEST: YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND, PETER ROWAN & TONY RICE, JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE March 23-25, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park KATCHAFIRE March 24, Freebird Live

HOT CHELLE RAE March 26, Freebird Live JAKE SHIMABUKURO March 30, The Florida Theatre TOWER OF POWER April 12, The Florida Theatre ELVIS COSTELLO & The IMPOSTERS April 27, Florida Theatre OWN THE NIGHT WORLD TOUR: LADY ANTEBELLUM, DARIUS RUCKER, THOMPSON SQUARE May 10, Veterans Memorial Arena CATIE CURTIS May 11, CafĂŠ Eleven EDGAR WINTER BAND May 24, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

• CLUBS • AMELIA ISLAND, FERNANDINA BEACH BEECH STREET GRILL, 801 Beech, 277-3662 John Springer on Fri. & Sat., every other Thur. Barry Randolph every Sun. CAFE KARIBO, 27 N. Third St., 277-5269 Live music in the courtyard at 6 p.m. every Fri. & Sat., at 5 p.m. every Sun. DOG STAR TAVERN, 10 N. Second St., 277-8010 Live music every weekend GENNARO’S ITALIANO SOUTH, 5472 First Coast Hwy., 491-1999 Live jazz from 7:30-9:30 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. GREEN TURTLE TAVERN, 14 S. Third St., 321-2324 Dan Voll from 7-10 p.m. every Fri. Live music every weekend INDIGO ALLEY, 316 Centre St., 261-7222 Dan Voll & the Alley Cats at 8 p.m. every Sat. Frankie’s Jazz Jam at 7:30 p.m. every Tue. Open mic at 7 p.m. every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. O’KANE’S IRISH PUB, 318 Centre St., 261-1000 Dan Voll at 7:30 p.m. every Wed. Turner London Band at 8:30 p.m. every Thur., Fri. & Sat. THE PALACE SALOON & SHEFFIELD’S, 117 Centre St., 491-3332 BSP Unplugged every Tue. & Sun. Wes Cobb every Wed. DJ Heavy Hess, Hupp & Rob every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. DJ Miguel Alvarez in Sheffield’s every Fri. DJ Heavy Hess every Sat. Cason every Mon. PLAE, 80 Amelia Circle, Amelia Island Plantation, 277-2132 Gary Ross from 7-11 p.m. every Thur.-Sat.

SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6990 Cason at 2 p.m. at the tiki bar every Sat. & Sun. THE SURF, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 261-5711 Richard Smith on Dec. 20. Kent Kirby on Dec. 22. Andy Haney on Dec. 23.

Reggie Lee on Dec. 24. Stevie Fingers on Dec. 27. Live music Tue.-Sun. DJ Roc at 5 p.m. every Wed.

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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. Open mic every Wed. MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE, 12777 Atlantic Blvd., 221-1090 Live music at 9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. PLUSH, RAIN, LAVA, 845 University Blvd. N., 745-1845 DJ Massive spins top 40 in Rain every Wed., DJs spin Latin every Fri. THE SMOKIN’ BEAVER, 5863 Arlington Rd., 744-5132 Karaoke with Ginger at 8 p.m. on Dec. 22 STARBUCKS, 9301 Atlantic Blvd., 724-4554 Open mic with Starbucks Trio from 8-11 p.m. every other Fri. TONINO’S TRATTORIA, 7001 Merrill Rd., 743-3848 Alaina Colding every Thur. W. Harvey Williams at 6 p.m. every Fri. Signature String Quartet every Sat. VIP LOUNGE, 7707 Arlington Xprway, 619-8198 Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Tue. Live music every Wed. & Fri. Reggae every Thur. Old school jams every Sat. A DJ spins every Sun.

THE COFFEE GRINDER, 9834 Old Baymeadows Rd., 642-7600 DJ Roy Luis spins new & vintage original house at 9 p.m. every Thur.

GATOR’S DOCKSIDE, 8650 Baymeadows Rd., 448-0500 Comfort Zone Band at 9 p.m. every Fri. MY PLACE BAR-N-GRILL, 9550 Baymeadows Rd., 737-5299 Out of Hand every Mon. Rotating bands every other Tue. & Wed. OASIS GRILL & CHILL, 9551 Baymeadows Rd., 748-9636 DJs Stan and Mike Bend spin every Feel Good Fri. TONY D’S NEW YORK PIZZA & RESTAURANT, 8358 Point Meadows Dr., 322-7051 Live music from 6-9 p.m. every Fri.

AVONDALE, ORTEGA BRICK RESTAURANT, 3585 St. Johns Ave., 387-0606 Duet every Wed. Goliath Flores and Sam Rodriguez every Thur.

Bush Doctors every 1st Fri. & Sat. Live jazz every Fri. & Sat. THE CASBAH CAFE, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores every Wed. 3rd Bass every Sun. Live music every Mon. ECLIPSE, 4219 St. Johns Ave., 387-3582 DJ Keith spins for Karaoke every Tue. DJ Free spins vintage every Fri. DJs SuZiRok, LowKill & Mowgli spin for Chillwave Madness every Mon. ELEVATED AVONDALE, 3551 St. Johns Ave., 387-0700 Karaoke w/ Dave Thrash every Wed. DJ 151 spins hip hop,

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R&B, old-school every Thur. DJ Catharsis spins lounge beats every 1st & 4th Sat. Patrick Evan & CoAlition for Industry Sun. MOJO NO. 4, 3572 St. Johns Ave., 381-6670 Grandpa’s Cough Medicine and Aaron Till at 10 p.m. on Dec. 23.

TOM & BETTY’S, 4409 Roosevelt Blvd., 387-3311 Live music every Fri. Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Sat.

BEACHES

(In Jax Beach unless otherwise noted) BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD, 120 S. Third St., 444-8862 Kurt Lanham sings classical island music every Fri.-Sun. BILLY’S BOATHOUSE, 2321 Beach Blvd., 241-9771 Kurt Lanham at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 22. 4Play at 6 p.m. on Dec. 23 BLUES ROCK CAFE, 831 N. First St., 249-0007 Live music every weekend BRIX TAPHOUSE, 300 N. Second St., 241-4668 DJ IBay every Tue., Fri. & Sat. DJ Ginsu every Wed. DJ Jade every Thur. Charlie Walker every Sun. COPPER TOP, 1712 Beach Blvd., 249-4776 Karaoke with Billy McMahan, 7-10 p.m. every Tue. Open mic every Wed. CRAB CAKE FACTORY, 1396 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza, 247-9880 Live jazz with Pierre & Co. every Wed. DICK’S WINGS, 311 N. Third St., Ste. 107, 853-5004 Big Jeff at 8 p.m. every Thur. Live music at 9 p.m. every Sat. EL POTRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 1553 Third St. N., 241-6910 Wilfredo Lopez every Wed. & Sat.

Singer-songwriter Gary Lee Wingard performs on Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. at Three Layers CafĂŠ, 1602 Walnut St., Jacksonville. 355-9791.

Live music nightly NORTH BEACH BISTRO, 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105 Billy Bowers at 7 p.m. on Dec. 27. Live music every Thur.-Sat. OCEAN 60, 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060 Latin Allstars at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23. Scott Rademacher Sax on Dec. 24. Live music every weekend THE PIER RESTAURANT, 445 Eighth Ave. N., 246-6454 Darren Corlew and Johnny Flood at 7 p.m. every Thur. DJ Infader every Fri. Nate Holley every Sat. RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7877 Will Pearsall on Dec. 21. MidLife Crisis on Dec. 22.

Boogie Freaks on Dec. 23 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 Billy & Trevor on Dec. 21. Mr. Natural on Dec. 22. Dune Dogs on Dec. 23. Open mic every Tue. Live music every Tue.-Sun. THE WINE BAR, 320 N. First St., 372-0211 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

DOWNTOWN ENGINE 15 BREWING COMPANY, 1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217, 249-2337 Live music every Thur.

EUROPEAN STREET, 992 Beach Blvd., 249-3001 Live music starts up after Christmas FIONN MACCOOL’S, 333 N. First St., 242-9499 J.K. Wayne from 6-10 p.m. on Dec. 22. Braxton Adamson from 5-8 p.m. on Dec. 23. Live music every Thur.-Sat. FLY’S TIE IRISH PUB, 177 E. Sailfish Dr., Atlantic Beach, 246-4293 Nate Holley every Mon. Wes Cobb every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. King Eddie reggae every Sun. FREEBIRD LIVE, 200 N. First St., 246-2473 Inspection 12 and Whaleface on Dec. 23. Sevendust, Mindslip and Bleeding in Stereo on Dec. 30 ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 108 First St., Neptune Beach, 372-0943 Nick Williams on Dec. 21. Billy Buchanan on Dec. 22. Matt Collins on Dec. 23. Live music on weekends LILLIE’S COFFEE BAR, 200 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-2922 Jazz at 7:30 p.m. every 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. Wits End every Sun. Little Green Men every Mon. MAYPORT TAVERN, 2775 Old Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 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 Paul on Dec. 20 & 27. 3 the Band on Dec. 23. Live music every Wed.-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.

MOJO KITCHEN, 1500 Beach Blvd., 247-6636 Eric Lindell on Jan. 6 MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN, 1850 S. Third St., 246-1070 Wes Cobb at 10 p.m. every Tue. DJ Austin Williams spins dance & for Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Wed., Sat. & Sun. DJ Papa Sugar spins dance music at 9 p.m. every Mon., Thur. & Fri. NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE, 2309 Beach Blvd., 247-3300

BURRO BAR, 228 E. Forsyth St., 353-4692 DJ Tin Man spins reggae & dub every Tue. DJ SuZi-Rok spins a variety every Thur. $Big Bucks DJ Crew$ every Sat. Bert No Shirt & Uncle Jesse every Sun. CITY HALL PUB, 234 Randolph Blvd., 356-6750 DJ Skillz spins Motown, hip hop & R&B every Wed. Live music every Tue. & Thur. Smooth Jazz Lunch at 11 a.m., Latin music at 9 p.m. every first Fri.; Ol’ Skool every last Fri. CLUB TSI, 333 E. Bay St. Fistmas with Thee Harmonious Fists, The Mold and The Woolly Bushmen on Dec. 23. Live music every weekend DIVE BAR, 331 E. Bay St., 359-9090 Live music every weekend DOS GATOS, 123 E. Forsyth, 354-0666 DJ Synsonic spins every Tue. & Fri. DJ Rockin’ Bones spins every Wed. DJ Scandalous spins every Sat. DJ Randall Karaoke every Mon. THE JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 Holiday on the River Concerts continue. Stevie Fingers on Dec. 23.

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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 Vinn spins top 40 for ladies nite every Thur. Ritmo y Sabor every Fiesta Fri. BayStreet mega party with DJ Shotgun every Sat. MAVERICKS, The Jacksonville Landing, 356-1110 JJ Grey & MOFRO and Yankee Slickers on Dec. 29. Bobby Laredo spins every Thur. & Sat. Saddle Up every Sat. NORTHSTAR THE PIZZA BAR, 119 E. Bay St., 860-5451 Open mic night from 8:30-11:30 p.m. every Wed. 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. ZODIAC GRILL, 120 W. Adams St., 354-8283 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

FLEMING ISLAND MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Center Blvd., 541-1999 Wits End on Dec. 22. Rebecca Day on Dec. 23. Open mic every Tue. 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. RUSH STREET/CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL, 406 Old Hard Rd., 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 Karaoke on Dec. 21. DJ BG on Dec. 2. Deck music at 5 p.m., A1A at 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 23. Freeze Frame at 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 24. DJ BG every Mon.

INTRACOASTAL WEST BREWSTER’S PIT, 14003 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, 223-9850 Vagrant Undertow, SuperBob and Quasi Mojo on Dec. 20.

Jacki-O at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23. Rock the Bell Xmas party with Eenni Boy on Dec. 25. Playing for Keeps, Aglacia and Von Wolfe on Dec. 27 BREWSTER’S PUB, 14003 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, 223-9850 Open mic 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. and Mon. CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL, 3033 Monument Rd., 645-5162 5X7 Band at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23. DJ Jack spins for Karaoke dance party every Tue. & Sun. DJ Two3 spins for ladies nite every Wed. DJ Two4 spins every Thur.

JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE & STEAKHOUSE, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22, 220-6766 Live music every Fri.

JULINGTON CREEK, NW ST. JOHNS 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 & John O’Connor, from 8-11 p.m. every Sat. Live music every Sat. CHEERS BAR & GRILL, 11475 San Jose Blvd., 262-4337 Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. every Wed. HARMONIOUS MONKS, 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., 880-3040 Karaoke from 9 p.m.-1 p.m. Mon.-Thur. Dennis Klee & the World’s Most Talented Waitstaff every Fri. & Sat. RACK ’EM UP BILLIARDS, 4268 Oldfield Crossing, 262-4030 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. SUNBURST STUDIOS, 12641 San Jose Blvd., 485-0946 Open mic at 8:30 p.m. with My Friends Band every Mon. Karaoke at 8:30 with Josh every Tue. TREE STEAKHOUSE, 11362 San Jose Blvd., 262-0006 Boril Ivanov Trio at 7 p.m. every Thur. David Gum at 7 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. PARK AVENUE BILLIARDS, 714 Park Ave., 215-1557 Random Act from 7:30-11:30 p.m. every Mon. Bike Nite THE ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Yankee Slickers on Dec. 23. Swerved on Dec. 30 & 31. DJ Waldo every Tue. DJ Papa Sugar every Wed. Buck Smith Project every Mon.

PALATKA DOWNTOWN BLUES BAR & GRILLE, 714 St. Johns Ave., (386) 325-5454 Local talent nite every Wed. Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Thur. Garage Band at 8 p.m. every Fri. Jam & open mic at 4 p.m. every Biker Sunday.

PONTE VEDRA LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE, 301 N. Roscoe Blvd., 285-0139 Mike Shackelford & Rick Johnson from 7-10 p.m. every Fri. Tony Novelly from 6-10 p.m. every Mon. PUSSER’S CARIBBEAN GRILLE, 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, 280-7766 Live music every Thur.-Sun. URBAN FLATS, 330 A1A N., 280-5515 High Tides of Jazz at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 22. Darren Corlew every Tue. Soulo & Deron Baker at 6 p.m. every Wed.

RIVERSIDE, WESTSIDE 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.

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WILD WING CAFE, 4555 Southside Blvd., 998-9464 Live music every Fri. & Sat. Karaoke every Mon.

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Pickin’ on Santa! Kick out the yuletide jams with Beaches-based bluegrass badasses Grandpa’s Cough Medicine on Dec. 23 at 10 p.m. at Mojo No. 4, 3572 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville. 381-6670.

KICKBACKS, 910 King St., 388-9551 Ray & Taylor every Thur. Robby Shenk every Sun. LOMAX LODGE, 822 Lomax St., 634-8813 DJ Dots every Tue. Milan da Tin Man every Wed. DJ Christian every Sat. DJ Spencer every Sun. DJ Luminous every Mon. THE MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave., 388-7807 Live music on Dec. 30 PIZZA PALACE, 920 Margaret St., 598-1212 Jennifer Chase at 6:30 p.m. every Fri.

ST. AUGUSTINE A1A ALE WORKS, 1 King St., 829-2977 Billy Bowers on Dec. 22 & 23 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 Smokin Joe on Dec. 20. St. Augustine Songwriters Association on Dec. 21. Doug Jordan at 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 23. The Cunninghams on Dec. 24 THE BRITISH PUB, 213 Anastasia Blvd., 810-5111 Karaoke with Jimmy Jamez at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23. Songwriters open mic night with TJ Ward every Mon. CELLAR UPSTAIRS, San Sebastian Winery, 157 King St., 826-1594 Kenny & Tony at 2 p.m. on Dec. 27 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. 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 GROOVE CAFE, 134 Sea Grove Main St., St. Augustine Beach, 547-2740 Those Guys on Dec. 23. Park Street on Dec. 30 HARRY’S, 46 Avenida Menendez, 824-7765 Billy Bowers from 6-10 p.m. on Dec. 21 JACK’S BARBECUE, 691 A1A Beach Blvd., 460-8100 Jim Essery at 4 p.m. every Sat. Live music every Thur.-Sat. 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. MARDI GRAS SPORTS BAR, 123 San Marco Ave., 823-8806 Open jam nite with house band at 8 p.m. every Wed. 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.

Elizabeth Roth at noon every Sun. MILL TOP TAVERN & LISTENING ROOM, 19 1/2 St. George St., 829-2329 Darryl Wise & the Mystic Beets at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23 & 24.

Katherine Archer at 1 p.m. on Dec. 25. 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. SANGRIAS WINE AND TAPAS PIANO BAR, 35 Hypolita St., 827-1947 Live music every Thurs.-Sun. SCARLETT O’HARA’S, 70 Hypolita St., 824-6535 Billy Bowers at 4 p.m. on Dec. 23. Lil Blaze & DJ Alex hosts Karaoke every Mon. SIRENS, 113 Anastasia Blvd., 460-2641 DJ Rob every Indie Monday SPY GLOBAL CUISINE, 21 Hypolita St., 819-5637 Chad Allen from 6-10 p.m. on Dec. 22. Chris Woods from 7:30-10:30 p.m. on Dec. 23. Elizabeth Roth from 7:30-10:30 p.m. on Dec. 24. Live music every weekend THE TASTING ROOM, 25 Cuna St., 810-2400 Bossa nova with Monica da Silva & Chad Alger from 5-8 p.m. every Sun. TRADEWINDS, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Red River Band at 9 p.m. on Dec. 23 & 24. Mark Hart every Mon.-Wed. Open mic every Thur. Mark Hart & Jim Carrick every Fri. Elizabeth Roth at 1 p.m., Mark Hart at 5 p.m. every Sat. Keith Godwin at 1 p.m., Wade at 5 p.m. every Sun. Matanzas at 9 p.m. Sun.-Thur.

ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER, TINSELTOWN AROMAS CIGARS & WINE BAR, 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, 928-0515 Live jazz from 8-11 p.m. every Tue. Beer house rock every Wed. Live music every Thur. Will Hurley every Fri. Bill Rice at 9 p.m. every Sat. BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE, 4840 Big Island Dr., 345-3466 Live music from 2-7 p.m. every Sun. THE GRAPE, 10281 Midtown Pkwy., 642-7111 Live music every Fri. & Sat. John Earle every Mon. DJ Mikeology every Thur.

JOHNNY ANGELS, 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120, 997-9850 Harry & Sally from 7-9 p.m. every Wed. Karaoke from 7-10 p.m. every Sat. with Gimme the Mike DJs ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, 854-6060 Bryan Ripper on Dec. 21. Clayton Bush on Dec. 22. Tim O’Shea on Dec. 23. Live music on weekends MELLOW MUSHROOM, 9734 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, 997-1955 Ryan Crary on Dec. 21. 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 Live music from 9 p.m.-mid. every Thur. and 6-9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. URBAN FLATS, 9726 Touchton Rd., 642-1488 Live music every Fri. & Sat. WHISKY RIVER, 4850 Big Island Drive, 645-5571 A DJ spins every Fri. & Sat.

ENDO EXO, 1224 Kings Ave., 396-7733 DJ J-Money spins jazz, soul, R&B, house every Fri. DJ Manus spins top 40 & dance every Sat. Open mic with King Ron & T-Roy every Mon. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 1704 San Marco Blvd., 398-9500 Ernie Evans, Will Pearsall & Brent Bevis at 8 p.m. on Dec. 20.

John William Davis & Becky Davis at 8 p.m. on Dec. 22. The Joshua Bowlus Trio at 8 p.m. on Dec. 27. 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 Hello Danger, Dancell and Party 4 Three on Dec. 20. Five Out Four, Hillvalley, kLoB, Flagship Romance and Matt MacKelcan on Dec. 21. Mindslip, The Embraced and Elijah Road on Dec. 22. Crash The Satellites, Moyomoya, Single White Herpe & The Aids and The Westerlies on Dec. 23. Inspection 12 Acoustic Xmas with Katie Grace Helow and Jordan McDowell on Dec. 25. Orion and Caleb on Dec. 26. Ghozt, Big Boi & The Moneymakers, Cubby Inc. and Terrell on Dec. 27. Echo Movement, The Holidazed and Taste Buds on Dec. 28 MATTHEW’S, 2107 Hendricks Ave., 396-9922 Bossa nova with Monica da Silva & Chad Alger at 7 p.m. every Thur.

PIZZA PALACE, 1959 San Marco Blvd., 399-8815 Jennifer Chase at 7:30 p.m. every Sat. SQUARE ONE, 1974 San Marco Blvd., 306-9004 Bay Street on Dec. 23. Soul on the Square with MVP Band & Special Formula at 8 p.m.; DJ Dr. Doom at 10:30 p.m. every Mon. DJs Wes Reed & Josh Kemp spin indie dance & electro at 9 p.m. every Wed.

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SOUTHSIDE AROMAS, 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, 928-0515 Live music from 8-11 p.m. every Tue., Wed. & Thur. Piano Bar with Will Hurley from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., a DJ spins till close every Fri. 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. DAVE & BUSTER’S, 7025 Salisbury Rd. S., 296-1525 A DJ spins every Fri. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 5500 Beach Blvd., 398-1717 Live music starts up after Christmas LATITUDE 30, 10370 Philips Hwy., 365-5555 Little Green Men at 8 p.m., VJ Shotgun at 10 p.m. on Dec. 23.

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PURE, 8206 Philips Hwy., 535-6971 Merry Ice-Mas 2 with DJs Icey, Magic Mike, Wavewhore, Farace, Dave Berg and Mason Masters on Dec. 25

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE BLUE DINER CAFE, 5868 Norwood Ave., 766-7774 Jazz from 7-9 p.m. every first Thur.

BOOTS-N-BOTTLES, 12405 N. Main St., Ste. 7, Oceanway, 647-7798 Live music on Dec. 23. Karaoke every Tue., Thur. & Sun. with DJ Dave. Open mic every Wed. A DJ spins every Fri. & Sat. FLIGHT 747 LOUNGE, 1500 Airport Rd., 741-4073 Live music every Fri. & Sat. ’70s every Tue. RIVERCITY ISLAND GRILL & CHILL, 13141 City Station Drive, 696-0802 Live music every weekend 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 Al Poindexter on Dec. 22. Gary Lee Wingard on Dec. 23 3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL, 2467 Faye Rd., 647-8625 Open mic at 8 p.m. every Thur. Woodie & Wyatt C. every Fri. Live music at 8 p.m. every Sat. To get your band listed here, send all the vitals — band name, time, date, location of venue, with street address, city, admission price and contact number — to Dan Brown, 9456 Philips Hwy., Ste. 11, Jacksonville FL 32256 or email events@ folioweekly.com.

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Southern Exposure Northeast Florida artists canvass Art Basel Miami Beach and revel in the state of the arts

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ver the past decade, Art Basel Miami Beach has helped establish the city as a global mecca for a marauding mob of artists, curators, art collectors, dealers and rabid enthusiasts.

A de facto sister event of the decades-old art fair in Switzerland, Miami Beach’s version — held Dec. 6-9 this year — is centered around the The Art Basel collection at Miami Beach Convention Center, which features pieces from the most prestigious international galleries. Just as crucial are the dozens of international indie artists who set up shop in massive tents around Wynwood Art District and in the posh hotels lining South Beach.

Art Basel Miami Beach has an undeniable appeal for Northeast Florida art lovers, due to its grandeur and its proximity. After just a few hours in a car, one can be gazing in person upon contemporary art collections on loan from Beijing to Berlin and Brooklyn to Brazil.

It’s more than just an opportunity to view great art, it’s an annual gathering of the tribes.

Nick Wagner, owner-artist of Black Hive Tattoo and husband of artist-writer Madeline Peck, instantly connected to the universal language of creativity at Art Basel Miami.

“This was my wife’s third year going and my first time,” he says. “It was overwhelming.”

Wagner found the experience similar to a visit he and Peck took to the Louvre five years ago. “There is a point of visual overload. You can look at as much art as you want, but you can’t absorb it all. I ran into a lot of things I’d been exposed to, but not seen in person.

That personal experience can change your perspective.”

Feedback from the Northeast Florida artists who attended this year’s event is as diverse as their respective media, yet all shared a common goal to not merely network, but investigate and celebrate their international peers’ latest

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Show and tell: Work by Northeast Florida artists Mark George (1) and Shaun Thurston (2 & 3) was featured in this year’s Art Basel Miami Beach.

activities. Artist Christina Foard has made the trip downstate for the last couple of shows, motivated as both a fan and a practitioner.

“I’m definitely here to check out the current wave of global ideas and to see if anything I’m doing leads into the same language that someone else may be doing,”

a global arts gathering that attracts 40,000 people annually. “I think you get a snapshot of what’s going on all over the world. It’s a very valuable experience and I don’t how else you’d be able to do it in a four-day period of time.”

Northeast Florida artists Mark George and Shaun Thurston were formally invited, showing

“I think you get a snapshot of what’s going on all over the world. It’s a very valuable experience and I don’t how else you’d be able to do it in a four-day period of time.” says Foard. “It’s a great way to see what the top galleries around the globe are presenting as contemporary art and stimulate ideas in my head.” Repeat customer Steve Williams of Florida Mining Gallery was keeping an eye out for artwork for his personal collection as well as promoting his own endeavors.

“I’m networking for my gallery,” Williams tells Folio Weekly, “while also trying to meet people that would want to represent my work.” The husband-and-wife arts team of Tony Rodrigues and Wendy Lovejoy opted for a more guerilla approach, promoting their Tact Apparel clothing line by leaving stickers and totes at the Rubell Family Collection in Wynwood and at various art hot spots throughout the beach. “We did some scouting around and put our work in the hands of gallery owners and art fair organizers,” Rodrigues explains. Sculptor Dolf James was once again enthralled by what is presented at the show, as well as the vast diversity of

their work in the Wynwood district this year.

In 2010, post-pop artist George was part of the Aqua Art Miami contemporary art fair at South Beach. This year, the Harold Golen Gallery on Northwest Second Avenue featured a seascape

by George. Fantasist illustrator and Kryloncraftsman Thurston had four paintings on display at The Art Basel Collective, a satellite exhibit showcased at the Kohn Compound that featured 11 artists, whose works ranged in style from photography to graffiti. Street artists from all over the world were also represented, tagging their own colorfully cryptic signatures and images on the city’s walls. And some of the best in Northeast Florida were in the mix, gleaning from Art Basel even as they give back to it. For Dolf James, the annual event offers a memorable glimpse of the artistic times.

“It’s what the art world thinks art is right now,” he says.

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The Mustard Seed Cafe

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, freerange chicken and fresh organic produce. Salads, wraps, sandwiches and soups are available — all prepared with Stephanie Christopher’s impeccable style. Popular items are chicken or veggie quesadillas, grilled mahi, or salmon over mixed greens and tuna melt with Swiss cheese and tomato. 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.

11 S. Seventh Street 904-432-8394

PLAE Restaurant & Lounge

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.

Now you can PLAE during the day, too! Open for lunch Tue.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30p.m. Open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner daily; reservations accepted.

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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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The Palace Saloon

It’s been the cornerstone of downtown Fernandina Beach since 1903. Florida’s oldest continually operating bar serves great bar food, including 10-oz. burgers, gourmet hot dogs, New York-style pizza and our famous Fernandina Fish & Chips. And you never know when Uncle Charlie’s ghost will join you for lunch and a cocktail! Pirates Punch, full liquor bar and over 100 craft beers to choose. Catch all the games on 13 giant screens every Sunday. Open daily noon-2. thepalacesaloon.com 117 Centre Street 904-491-3332

Cafe Karibo

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

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Shrine by Design

Gustavo Godoy turns MOCA into an altar of art PROJECT ATRIUM: GUSTAVO GODOY SCULPTURE “EMPTY ALTAR/EMPTY THRONE” Museum of Contemporary Art, 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville The exhibit is on display through March 11 366-6911

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he central atrium at MOCA Jacksonville, once home to a Frank Stella sculpture, and more recently the site of crime scene art by photographer Melanie Pullen, is now filled with a stunning new piece by Gustavo Godoy. Specializing in site-specific sculptures, Godoy creates Cathedral-like monoliths out of recycled, commonly used, and even oncediscarded materials. Godoy’s works — made of plywood, Plexiglas, mesh and house paint — can resemble a junkyard galaxy come to life.

And it’s a junkyard museum goers are invited to enter. Godoy’s immersive and interactive pieces allow people to literally step into his world and explore it for themselves.

The Museum of Contemporary Art is currently home to “Empty Altar/Empty Throne,” a 26-foot-tall spiraling piece commissioned specifically for their ongoing Project Atrium series.

Godoy, 37, who received his MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Art and studied architecture and urban design at UCLA, lives in Los Angeles. Folio Weekly recently interviewed Godoy via e-mail about his MOCA sculpture and the roots of his inspiration.

Folio Weekly: As a child, your parents taught you to “make the most of the materials” around you. How did they encourage that sort of creative frugality in your work?

Gustavo Godoy: [I grew up] within an immigrant family that didn’t have a lot of money and resources. I learned to make do with what we had on hand, usually finding creative solutions and techniques to solve what for most would be simple problems, and using sometimes-unusual materials. For example, the leg for a Christmas tree stand became a bracket to hold the grill on the car.

F.W.: Do you use recycled materials for environmental reasons or aesthetic ones?

G.G.: I use recycled materials for practical financial reasons, but also to save resources.

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Sacred Attention to Detail: Gustavo Godoy stands before “Empty Altar/Empty Throne,” his site-specific piece on display at MOCA through March 11.

project if it won’t likely be shown again the same way, which allows the new piece to carry forward some of the history of my past ideas, in a way acknowledging the steps of progress and resolve.

F.W.: Could you describe the process involved in creating “Empty Altar/Empty Throne”?

G.G.: The piece is composed of common construction materials but it is also the bodies and lives inhabiting it and moving around it.

Generally I will begin with an idea of the shape and then begin construction from two bits of wood. I don’t preplan or make drawings. This

system of beliefs that is art. In some ways, artists become like God, giving meaning and value to objects and ideas, and it is up to the audience to believe, or maybe even question. I wouldn’t say that my work is about my own spirituality. Even though it subtly addresses ideas of belief and faith, it is more about experience.

F.W.: Have you ever experienced any dicey moments when trying to assemble one of your gargantuan pieces?

G.G.: I am not afraid to climb my way into some precarious positions in the sculptures. I

“I am not afraid to climb my way into some precarious positions in the sculptures. I have been known to do some crazy things on ladders.” piece took around two-and-a-half months to resolve, which is very fast, but I think this urgent way of working often works to my advantage, not allowing me to over-think anything.

F.W.: What do you find so interesting about “outward manifestations” of people’s belief systems, like altars or shrines?

G.G.: I’m interested in the parallels between religious belief systems — and this very complex

have been known to do some crazy things on ladders, in order to reach a spot that needs a touch of paint. I was also hit in the head once during disassembly, and I have a scar to prove it. A large, heavy section that I thought was well balanced twisted out of my hand and nearly knocked me out. I guess my dad was right when he told me I was hardheaded.

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PERFORMANCE

BRUCE ALLEN SCUDDER’S CHRISTMAS CAROLE Charles Dickens’ classic tale of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge’s seasonal change of heart is staged at 8 p.m. on Dec. 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24 and at 1:15 and 8 p.m. on Dec. 21 and 24 at Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $42-$49. 641-1212.

DUCK HUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL The family-friendly comedy about two Alabama hunters who accidentally shoot a celestial messenger is staged at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 22 and 23 at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. The play runs through Dec. 30, with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thur.-Sat. Tickets are $25; $20 for students and military; $22 for seniors. 825-1164.

CALLS & WORKSHOPS

PAINT BOB ROSS STYLE Let’s Paint offers weekly classes featuring certified instructors teaching the Bob Ross wet-on-wet paint technique at AC Moore, 9515 Crosshill Blvd., Jacksonville and at Build a Dream, Fleming Island Plantation, 2245 Plantation Center Drive, Fleming Island. Class fees vary. 777-6490, 375-1544.

LIMELIGHT SEEKS USHERS The Limelight Theatre seeks volunteer ushers for its current season to attend to a variety of tasks including seating guests, answering questions and bartending, in exchange for complimentary and discounted tickets. 825-1164.

NORTH FLORIDA CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC This school invites musicians of all skill levels and any instrument to join the community orchestra every Mon. at 6:30 p.m. and concert band every Tue. at 6:30 p.m. at 11363 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. 374-8639.

CALL TO ARTISTS Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival seeks original poster artwork for its festival held in Avondale’s Boone Park on March 24 and 25. The winning submission gets a free 10x10 exhibitor’s space. Send 300 dpi submissions, including name and media, to cookied@ix.netcom.com HAND DRUMMING CLASSES Midnight Sun offers classes from 7:30-8:30 p.m. every Fri. at 1055 Park St., Jacksonville. Class fee is $10. 358-3869.

CHEERLEADING AND DANCE AUDITION WORKSHOPS Former NFL cheerleaders teach the fundamentals in choreography, interview skills, attire and the audition process from 12:30-3:30 p.m. every other Sat., beginning in Jan. 476-3721. procheerleadersalumni.com

CLASSICAL & JAZZ

MICHAEL W. SMITH – IT’S A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra is joined by contemporary Christian vocalist Michael W. Smith in this holiday-themed concert at 8 p.m. on Dec. 18 at the TimesUnion Center for the Performing Arts, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $27-$75. 354-5547.

JAZZ GUITAR DUO Jim and Sylvia Guitar Jazz Duo perform at 8 p.m. on Dec. 20 at European Street Café, 1704 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $10. 399-1740.

STRAIGHT NO CHASER The 10-piece all-male a cappella group performs at 8 p.m. on Dec. 21 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $32 and $40. 355-2787.

CHORAL EUCHARIST ON CHRISTMAS EVE Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd offers its concert “The Nativity of Our Lord,” featuring works by Edwards, Rachmaninoff and Darke, at 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 24 at 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville. 389-6222.

GUITAR RECITAL Guitarist Peter Racine performs at 10:45 a.m. on Dec. 25 at Unitarian Universalist Church, 7405 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville. 725-8133.

TAMMERLIN This innovative folk duo performs its “Wintersong” concert at 7 p.m. on Dec. 27 at The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville. Admission is free. 356-6857.

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS PERFORM IN RIVERSIDE The Friday Musicale College Scholarship Winner’s Concert is featured at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 27 at 645 Oak St., Jacksonville.

355-7584.

BERT QUARTET This jazzy combo performs at 8 p.m. on Dec. 27 at European Street Café, 1704 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 399-1740.

JAZZ IN RIVERSIDE Trumpeter Ray Callender and guitarist Taylor Roberts play at 7 p.m. every Thur. at Kickbacks Gastropub, 910 King St., Jacksonville. 388-9551.

JAZZ AT TREE STEAKHOUSE Boril Ivanov Trio plays at 7 p.m. every Thur. and pianist David Gum plays 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 7:30of p.m.benefit promise 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.

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MUSEUMS

CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 356-6857. Tammerlin performs its “Wintersong” concert at 7 p.m. on Dec. 27. The education-themed exhibit, “One in Three: Let’s Solve Our Dropout Crisis,” is displayed through Jan. 9. “Eugene Savage: The Seminole Paintings” runs through Jan. 8.

KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM 101 W. First St., Jacksonville, 356-2992. “Darwin: The Origin of Species” is on display through Dec. 27. The exhibit “Upheaval Impressions,” featuring mixed media work by Rocco Catucci, is on display through Dec. 29. The permanent collection includes a variety of rare manuscripts. Open Tue.-

Alhambra Theatre & Dining presents Charles Dickens’ classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s seasonal change of heart with Bruce Allen Scudder’s musical “Christmas Carole” staged nightly on Dec. 20-24 at 8 p.m. and on Dec. 21 and 24 at 1:15 and 8 p.m. at 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $42-$49. 641-1212.

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MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 366-6911. The annual UNF Art & Design Faculty Exhibition is on display through Jan. 22. Project Atrium features sculptor Gustavo Godoy’s installation “Empty Altar/Empty Throne” through March 11. The 200-piece photographic collection “Shared Vision: The Sondra and Celso Gonzalez-Falla Collection of Photography” and “Larry Clark: The Tulsa Series” are displayed through Jan. 8. mocajacksonville.org RITZ THEATRE & MUSEUM 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville, 632-5555. The first day of Kwanzaa, Umoja (“Unity”), is celebrated at 7 p.m. on Dec. 26.

Bring fruit to be shared with the community. Admission is free.

An exhibit of works by African-American photographer E.L. Weems is on display through Dec. 30. An exhibit celebrating local African-American athletes and sports figures, “More Than a Game: African-American Sports in Jacksonville, 1900-1975,” is currently on display. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children, students and seniors. Open Tue.-Sun.

GALLERIES

THE ART CENTER PREMIERE GALLERY Bank of America Tower, 50 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 355-1757. The juried still life show “Static Studies” is on display through Dec. AVONDALE ARTWORKS 3568 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville, 384-8797. The exhibit “Vessels: A 3-D Art Exhibit” featuring works by Cookie Davis, John Bunker, Myra Schick, Nofa Dixon, Lucy Clark, Tim Bullard and Chris Jones, is displayed through Dec. BEE GALLERY & DESIGN STUDIO The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Ste. 108, 419-8016. Photographer Tiffany Manning’s work is featured through Dec. BETHEL GALLERY Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church, 4510 Palm Valley Road, 285-7241. Acrylic artist Ellen Jones’ religious-themed exhibit, “Nehemiah, Servant & Leader,” is on display through Jan. 3.

C GALLERY Daryl Bunn Studios, 643 Edison Ave., Jacksonville, 525-3368.

The exhibit, “A Woman’s World,” featuring works by Megan Cosby, Christina Foard, Louise Freshman Brown, Sara Pedigo and Amy Vigilante, runs through Jan. THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-0614. Cookie Davis is the featured artist through Dec. FIRST STREET GALLERY 216-B First St., Neptune Beach, 241-6928. BEAM offers gift wrapping from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Dec. 24; proceeds benefit local emergency services. The 12th annual Holiday Ornament Show runs through Dec. 24. Photographer Mark Kowal’s exhibit, “Say It With Photography,” runs through Jan. 3.

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5300 Shad Road, Jacksonville, 535-7252. “Geoff Mitchell: Entries of a Diary Thief” is displayed through Jan. HASKELL GALLERY Jax International Airport, 14201 Pecan Park Road, 741-3546.

Recent paintings by Ginny Elliot and Suzi Berg are displayed through Jan. 9.

JAXPORT GALLERY 2831 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, 357-3052. The exhibit “Art of the Steel Crane,” featuring multimedia works by Deborah Reid and Barbara Fryefield, is displayed through Jan. 5.

P.A.ST.A FINE ARTS GALLERY 214 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 824-0251. Watercolorist Shirley De Pasquale is the featured artist through Dec. PLUM ART & DESIGN 9 Aviles St., St. Augustine, 825-0069. Mary Lou Gibson, Robert Renwick, Sara Pedigo and David Engdahl are the featured artists through Dec. 31.

ROTUNDA GALLERY St. Johns County Admin. Bldg., 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 471-9980. The exhibit “It’s Not Just Black and White: The Black and White Show,” featuring recent works by Leslie Robison and Laura Mongiovi, is on display through Feb. 16.

SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY 6 E. Bay St., Jacksonville, 438-4358. Photographer Michael Dunlap is the featured artist for Dec. SPACE:EIGHT GALLERY Screen Arts, 228 W. King St., St. Augustine. 829-2838. Derek Hess’ exhibit “Half the time it could seem funny … the other half is just too sad” is displayed through Jan. ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION 22 Marine St., St. Augustine, 824-2310. Big cat and wolf paintings by Diane Travis are displayed through Dec. 30.

STELLERS GALLERY AT PONTE VEDRA 240 A1A N., Ste. 13, Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-6065. “Ebb and Flow,” featuring works by Jennifer J.L. Jones, is on display through Dec. STUDIO 121 121 W. Forsyth St., Ste. 100, Jacksonville, 292-9303. Artists Doug Eng, Joyce Gabiou, Robert Leedy, Terese Muller, Mary St. Germain, Tony Wood and Bill Yates are featured through Dec. VANDROFF ART GALLERY Jewish Community Alliance, 8505 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, 730-2100. The photography of Barbara Jerrold is on display from Dec. 23 through Jan. 25.

WELLS FARGO 24 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine. Photographer Jackie Kramer’s floral-themed show, “Blooms and ’Shrooms” is displayed through Dec. For a complete list of galleries, log on to folioweekly.com.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

(All events are on Dec. 31 unless otherwise noted.)

EVENTS

CHANUKIYAH LIGHTING The Jewish Community Alliance lights its giant outdoor Chanukiyah at 5:45 p.m. on Dec. 20, the first night of Chanukkah,

POLITICS, BUSINESS & ACTIVISM

BEACHES DEMOCRATIC CLUB North Florida representatives of Organizing For America discuss the 2012 presidential election campaign at 7 p.m. on Dec. 20 at Beaches Branch Library, 600 N. Third St., Neptune Beach. 249-2468.

SOUTHSIDE BUSINESS MEN’S CLUB Duval County Public Schools board member W.C. Gentry is the featured speaker at noon on Dec. 21 at San Jose Country Club, 7529 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. Admission is $20.

For reservations, call 396-5559.

COMEDY

SPANKY BROWN Comedian Spanky Brown appears at 8 p.m. on Dec. 20-23 at The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Road, Ramada Inn, Jacksonville. Tickets are $6-$12. 292-4242.

JACKIE KNIGHT’S COMEDY CLUB Ron Feingold and Brian Thomas appear on Dec. 31 at 3009 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine. Tickets are $12. 461-8843.

UPCOMING

The Jacksonville Giants, our local ABA basketball team, plays the Savannah Storm at 7 p.m. on Dec. 30 at Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $8-$100. 630-3900.

GATOR BOWL: UF VS OS Jan. 2, downtown Jacksonville TIM CONWAY & FRIENDS Jan. 19, Thrasher-Horne Center THE SPENCERS: THEATRE OF ILLUSION Jan. 20, The Florida Theatre RON WHITE: MORAL COMPASS TOUR Jan. 26, T-U Moran Theater TYLER PERRY’S “THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS” Feb. 1, T-U Moran Theater MICHAEL FELDMAN’S WHAD’YA KNOW? Feb. 4, The Florida Theatre SECOND CITY TOURING COMPANY Feb. 5, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall JEFF DUNHAM CONTROLLED CHAOS Feb. 10, Veterans Memorial Arena LACROSSE CLASSIC Feb. 19, EverBank Field HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS March 2, Veterans Arena ROYAL COMEDY TOUR March 9, Veterans Memorial Arena PRES. BILL CLINTON March 19, St. Augustine Amphitheatre

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NOON YEAR’S EVE Noon Year’s Eve is held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville.

Entertainment, games, prizes and an apple juice toast at noon are featured. 757-4463.

FLAGLER COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP BALL Hosted by the President’s Society of Flagler College, this ball is held from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. in the dining hall at the former Ponce de Leon Hotel at Flagler College, 74 King St., downtown St. Augustine. The Company performs. Tickets are $365 per couple and include an open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dessert buffets, an early morning breakfast buffet and a champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight. Black tie is required. Proceeds benefit the Flagler College Scholarship Fund. 819-6282. flagler.edu CASINO FOR A CAUSE The cocktail reception is held from 8-9 p.m., followed by the Casino Party from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra. Heavy hors d’oeuvres by Matthew Medure are featured, along with beer, wine and martinis, a champagne toast at midnight and live music. Tickets are $125. Proceeds benefit Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry. 997-8004. casinosforacause.com TOAST! TO THE NEW YEAR! The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra celebrates at 8:30 p.m. in Jacoby Symphony Hall at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, 300 W. Water St., Jacksonville. The event features classical and pop hits as well as dancing, a private fireworks display and champagne toast. Tickets range from $46-$121. 354-5547.

333NYE: MASQUÉ NOIR The Museum of Contemporary Art hosts the 333NYE: Masqué Noir at 10 p.m. at 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville.

This event features live music, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails and champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are $80; $65 for members. Couples are $150; $111 for members. 366-6911.

BEACH BLAST OFF 2012 This annual celebration features ice sculptures, fireworks, live music and a chili cook-off at 4 p.m. at the St. Johns County Fishing Pier & Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. beachblastoff.com NEW YEAR’S FIREWORKS Fireworks are featured at midnight over the St. Johns River, viewable all over downtown Jacksonville. Bay Street Band and Lisa & the Mad Hatters perform. 630-3690.

BLACK & WHITE MASQUERADE BALL The New Year’s Eve Black & White Masquerade Ball features food, an open bar, music, dancing and fireworks at 9 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Parkway.

Admission is $185. Black and white attire encouraged. Masks are provided. 277-1100.

THE WILDEST CABARET Players by the Sea presents the Vegas-style cabaret The Wildest at 8 p.m. at 106 N. Sixth St., Jax Beach. The show runs through Jan. 21, with performances held at 8 p.m.

Thur.-Sat. and at 2 p.m. Sun. 249-0289.

at 8505 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. 730-2100, ext. 223.

CHANUKAH IN BEACHES TOWN CENTER A seven-foot menorah is lit at 6 p.m. on Dec. 26 in front of the Atlantic Beach lifeguard station at Ahern Street. Fresh latkes are served and Chanukah music is played. 543-9301.

WINTERFEST 2011 The inaugural WinterFEST at Adventure Landing transforms the waterpark into an Alpine snow village with a large, outdoor ice-skating rink, a 130-foot “Alpine Racer” ice slide, nightly snowfalls, visits from Santa, Christmas cookie decorating, a holiday carnival and crafts, a teddy-bear-making factory and Mistletoe Marketplace through Jan. 2. 1944 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach. 246-4386. jaxwinterfest.com adventurelanding.com A WINTER WONDERLAND This annual seasonal event features snow, a real ice skating rink, an ice slide, an elf village, train rides, sleigh rides and visits from Santa from 5-10 p.m. at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. Open daily from 2-10 p.m. through Jan. 1. 461-0825.

HOLIDAY ON THE RIVER The annual free concert series continues through Dec. 21 in the Courtyard at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, downtown. Live performances by local choirs, school kids and dance groups are performed in front of the 56-foottall Christmas tree at midday and in the evening. 353-1188.

For a schedule, go to JacksonvilleLanding.com COSMIC CONCERTS Laser Holidays is featured at 5 and 6 p.m., Laser Magic at 7 p.m., and Laseropolis at 8 p.m. on Dec. 23 in Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, at Museum of Science & History, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville. 396-7062. moshplanetarium.org FLORIDA WWII EXHIBIT “Victory Begins at Home: Florida During World War II” shows Floridians in service, military recruitment and training, the German U-boat threat and rationing, at Museum of Science and History, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, through July 8. 396-7062. themosh.org LINCOLNVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET The weekly market, held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Sun. at 399 Riberia St., St. Augustine, offers local and organic produce, baked goods, coffees, cheeses, prepared foods, crafts and jewelry at the south end of Lincolnville in Eddie Vickers Park.

There’s a community garden, too. lincolnvillefarmersmaket.com

The annual seasonal “Winter Wonderland” features snow, a real ice skating rink, an ice slide, an elf village, train rides, sleigh rides and visits from Santa from 5-10 p.m. at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. Open daily from 2-10 p.m. through Jan. 1. 461-0825.

NATURE, SPORTS, OUTDOORS

JAGUARS VS COLTS The Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Indianapolis Colts at 1 p.m. on Jan. 1 at EverBank Field, One EverBank Place, Jacksonville. Single-game tickets for home games start at $45. 633-2000. jaguars.com THE LAST GASP 5K The 35th annual cross-country race is held at 2 p.m. on Dec. 26 at Jacksonville University, 2800 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville. A free one-mile fun run for kids is at 1:30 p.m.

Registration is $20 day of race. A post-race party and award ceremony is held at The Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill, 6051 Merrill Road. jtcrunning.com SHELLS OF TALBOT SHORES A park ranger discusses how to identify the shells that wash up on the Talbot Islands State Parks shores at 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 at Ribault Club, Fort George Island Cultural State Park, 11241 Ft. George Road. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. 251-2320. floridastateparks.org JACKSONVILLE GIANTS The local ABA basketball team is up against the Savannah Storm at 7 p.m. on Dec. 30 at Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets range from $8-$100.

355-6531, 630-3900. jacksonvillegiants.com A FAMILY ESTUARY HOLIDAY VACATION GTM National Estuary’s holiday vacation event is held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Dec. 27, 28, 29 and 30 at GTM Research Reserve, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra. Families can hike or bike the trails, explore the exhibit hall and walk Guana Beach. Each day’s programs are $6;, kids younger than 17 are admitted free. For activities details and fees, call 823-4500 or go to eventbrite.com/event/2517431706 JACKSONVILLE BULLIES LACROSSE Tickets are now available for the inaugural season of this new local North American Lacrosse League team — the first game (against the Kentucky Stickhorses) is at 7 p.m. on Jan. 28 at Veterans Memorial Arena. Individual game tickets start at $10. For ticket info, call 379-2655 or go to jaxbullies.com LADY PACERS TRYOUTS The Jacksonville Pacers AAU youth basketball nonprofit organization seeks serious players. Girls in grades 7-11 who want to try out may call Coach Martin at 608-5327.

ROWING The Jacksonville Rowing Club offers adult sweep classes in Jan.; eight sessions on Sat. and Sun. mornings. No experience or equipment is necessary. Adult memberships and youth programs are also available. 304-8500. jaxrow.org

KIDS

COUNTDOWN TO 2012 The Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens offer special admission prices Dec. 26-30; kids 3-12 get 50 percent off regular child’s admission with a “Countdown to 2012” coupon from jacksonvillezoo.org, good for one day only. Winter Zoo Camp, for ages 6-11, is held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Dec. 27, 28, 29 and 30 at 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville. Camp fee is $35 per day or $130 for all four days for members; $40/$150 for

non-members. Activities include encounters with Education Animal Ambassadors, animal crafts, a train ride, in-zoo visits, lunch and afternoon snacks. To register, call 757-4463 ext.

122. jaxzoo.org MOSH WINTER CAMPS Camps for kids K-6 grades feature an Elf Workshop on Dec. 20, Passport to Florida on Dec. 21, Strange Matter on Dec. 28, LEGO Camp: Architect Adventure on Dec. 29 and Countdown to New Year’s on Dec. 30 at Museum of Science & History, 1025 Museum Circle, Southbank. Cost is $35 per day or $180 for all six days. 396-6674 ext. 210. themosh.org JACKSONVILLE SUNS HOLIDAY BASEBALL CAMP The camp, open to kids ages 7-12, is held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Dec. 19 and 20 at the Baseball Grounds, 301 Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Kids learn basics from the pros; included are lunch on both days, a collectable camp ball cap and tickets to a Suns game. Camp fee is $85. 358-2845.

COMMUNITY INTEREST

TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION DRIVE Whisky River teams with Toys For Tots to brighten the holidays for local children in need, collecting new, unwrapped toys, books and other gifts through Dec. 21 at Whisky River, 4850 Big Island Drive, Ste. 03, Markets at Town Center.

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DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP The DBSA support group meets from 5:30-7 p.m. every Wed. at River Point Behavioral Health’s Outpatient Building, 6300 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. 343-6511 or 964-9743.

Q-GROUP ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS This free, open discussion is held at 5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. at Quality Life Center, 11265 Alumni Way, Jacksonville. alcoholicanonymous.org DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE This support group meets from 6-7:30 p.m. every Tue. at Baptist Medical Center, 800 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville.

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THE BEECH STREET GRILL Fine dining 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. $$$ BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ F At the foot of Centre Street, the upscale restaurant overlooks the Harbor Marina. The menu includes daily specials, fresh Florida seafood and an extensive wine list. FB. L & D, daily. 1 S. Front St. 261-2660. $$$ BRIGHT MORNINGS The small café offers freshly baked goods. B & L daily. 105 S. Third St. 491-1771. $$ CAFÉ 4750 At the Italian kitchen and wine bar, Chef de Cuisine Garrett Gooch offers roasted sea bass, frutti di mare soup, clam linguini, panatela bruschetta and fresh gelatos. Dine indoors or on the terrace. FB. B, L & D, daily. The Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$$ 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, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island.

277-1100. $$ ESPAÑA RESTAURANT & TAPAS Traditional Spanish and Portuguese dishes, tapas and paella served in a cozy atmosphere. BW, CM. D nightly. 22 S. Fourth St. 261-7700. $$$ 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. $ 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., 261-9400. 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. $$ KELLEY’S COURTYARD CAFE F She crab soup, salads, fried green tomatoes, sandwiches and wraps are served indoors or out on the patio. Vegetarian dishes are also offered. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 19 S. Third St. 432-8213. $ LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE F An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys and seafood “little plates” served in a historic house. Dinner features fresh local seafood. Nightly specials. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sat., brunch on Sun. Reservations recommended. 11 S. Seventh St. 432-8394. $$ MONTEGO BAY COFFEE CAFE Locally owned and operated, with specialty coffees, fruit smoothies. Dine in or hit the drivethru. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 463363 S.R. 200, Yulee. 225-3600. $ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 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, juice bar. Extensive menu features vegetarian, vegan items. Daily specials: local seafood, free-range chicken, fresh organic produce. CM. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 833 TJ Courson Rd. 277-3141. $$ O’KANE’S IRISH PUB F Rustic, genuine Irish pub up front, eatery in back, featuring daily specials, fish-n-chips, and soups served in a sourdough bread bowl. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sun. 318 Centre St. 261-1000. $$ 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 F Flavors of Peru and Latin America, served in a modern atmosphere. Authentic Peruvian cebiche and homestyle empanadas. BW, CM, TO. B, L

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& 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.

L, Tue.-Sat.; D, nightly. 277-2132. $$$ SALT, THE GRILL Best of Jax 2011 winner. Elegant dining featuring local seafood and produce, served in a contemporary coastal setting. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. The Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 491-6746. $$$$ SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT & MARINA F Dine inside or on the deck. Snow crab legs, fresh fish, shellfish dishes. FB. L & D, daily. 9716 Heckscher Dr., Ft. George Island. 251-2449. $$ 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 the large oceanview deck.

Steaks, fresh fish, shrimp and nightly specials. Late-night menu. FB. L & D, daily. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. 261-5711. $$ T-RAY’S BURGER STATION F A favorite local spot; Best of Jax 2011 winner. Grilled or blackened fish sandwiches, homemade burgers. BW, TO. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 202 S. Eighth St. 261-6310. $ 29 SOUTH EATS F Part of historic Fernandina Beach’s downtown scene. Award-winning Chef Scotty serves traditional world cuisine with a modern twist. L, Tue.-Sat.; D, Mon.-Sat.; Sun. brunch. 29 S. Third St. 277-7919. $$

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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. $$ KABUTO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Steak & shrimp, filet mignon & lobster, shrimp & scallops, a sushi bar, teppanyaki grill and traditional Japanese cuisine. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10055 Atlantic Blvd. 724-8883. $$$ LA NOPALERA Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Intracoastal.

8818 Atlantic Blvd. 720-0106. $$ MEEHAN’S TAVERN F The Irish pub and restaurant serves beef and Guinness stew, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, traditional lamb stew, jalapeño poppers, in a comfy atmosphere. BW. L & D, Wed.-Sun. 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 5.

551-7076. $$ NERO’S CAFE F Traditional Italian fare, including seafood, veal, beef, chicken and pasta dishes. Weekly specials are lasagna, 2-for-1 pizza and AYCE spaghetti. CM, FB. L, Sun.; D, daily. 3607 University Blvd. N. 743-3141. $$ 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. $$ TREY’S DELI & GRILL F Fresh food served in a relaxed atmosphere. Burgers, Trey’s Reuben, deli sandwiches, pork, steaks, seafood, pies. Prime rib specials every Fri. night. CM, BW. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 2044 Rogero Rd. 744-3690. $$ UNIVERSITY DINER F The popular diner serves familiar breakfast fare and lunch like meatloaf, burgers, sandwiches: wraps, BLTs, clubs, melts. Daily specials. BW. B & L, Sat. & Sun.; B, L & D, Mon.-Fri. 5959 Merrill Rd. 762-3433. $

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BISCOTTIS F Mozzarella bruschetta, Avondale pizza, sandwiches, espresso, cappuccino. Revolving daily specials. B, Tue.-Sun.; L & D, daily. 3556 St. Johns Ave. 387-2060. $$$ THE BLUE FISH RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR Fresh seafood, steaks and more are served in a casual atmosphere. Halfportions are available. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 3551 St. Johns Ave., Shoppes of Avondale. 387-0700. $$$ 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 2011 winner. Middle Eastern cuisine is served in a friendly atmosphere. BW. L & D, daily.

3628 St. Johns Ave. 981-9966. $$ ESPETO BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE F Gauchos carve the meat onto your plate from serving tables. FB. D, Tue.-Sun., closed Mon. 4000 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 40. 388-4884. $$$ THE FOX RESTAURANT F The Fox has been a Jacksonville landmark for 50-plus years. Owners Ian & Mary Chase serve classic diner-style fare, homemade desserts. B & L daily. 3580 St. Johns Ave. 387-2669. $ GREEN MAN GOURMET Organic and natural products, spices, teas, salts, BW. Open daily. 3543 St. Johns Ave. 384-0002. $ MOJO NO. 4 F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches. 3572 St. Johns Ave. 381-6670. $$ ORSAY Best of Jax 2011 winner. The French/American bistro focuses on craftsmanship and service. FB. D, Tues.-Sat.; Brunch & D, Sun. 3630 Park St. 381-0909. $$$ 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. $$ ’town F Owner Meghan Purcell and Executive Chef Scott Ostrander bring farm-to-table to Northeast Florida, offering American fare with an emphasis on sustainability. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 3611 St. Johns Ave. 345-2596. $$

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AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches. 8060 Philips Hwy. 731-4300. $ BROADWAY RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA F Family-owned&-operated New York-style pizzeria serves hand-tossed, brick-oven-baked pizza, traditional Italian dinners, wings, subs.

Delivery. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3.

519-8000. $$ CAFE CONFLUENCE F The 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, 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 Authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes made 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 2011 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 The Lebanese restaurant offers authentic cuisine: lahm meshwe, kafta khoshkhas and baked filet of red snapper. CM, FB. L & D, daily.

9862 Old Baymeadows Rd. 646-1881. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax 2011 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, seafood, sandwiches served in an English tavern atmosphere. The signature dish is a 16-ounce bone-in ribeye. Desserts include crème brûlée.

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ORANGE TREE HOT DOGS F Hot dogs with slaw, chili cheese, sauerkraut; and small pizzas. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 8380 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 4. 733-0588. orangetreehotdogs.com $ PATTAYA THAI GRILLE F Traditional Thai and vegetarian items and a 40-plus item vegetarian menu served in a contemporary atmosphere. B/W. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 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. $$ UDIPI CAFE Authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine. L & D, Tue.-Fri. 8642 Baymeadows Rd. 402-8084. $ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. L & D, daily. 9910 Old Baymeadows Rd. 641-7171. $

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(In Jax Beach unless otherwise noted.)

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 1996-2011. BW. L & D, daily.

303 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-0002. $ ANGIE’S SUBS F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Subs are madeto-order fresh. Serious casual. Wicked good iced tea. 1436 Beach Blvd. 246-2519. $ BEACH BUDS CHICKEN F The family-owned place serves marinated fried or baked chicken: family meals (kids like Peruvian nuggets), box lunches, 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. $$ BLUES ROCK CAFE Oceanfront dining experience, featuring an all-American menu, including crab cakes and wings, served in a relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the Beaches. L & D, daily.

CM, FB. 831 N. First St. 249-0007. $$ BONGIORNO’S PHILLY STEAK SHOP F South Philly’s Bongiorno clan imports Amoroso rolls for Real Deal cheesesteak, Original Gobbler, clubs, wraps, burgers, dogs. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2294 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach. 246-3278. $$ 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 $ 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. 372-9149. $$ BURRITO GALLERY EXPRESS F Best of Jax 2011 winner.

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The Corner Bistro and Wine Bar combines modern American favorites and an extensive wine list in a casual yet elegant dining atmosphere, at Tapestry Park near Tinseltown.

same great chow, fast service. 1333 Third St. N. 242-8226. $ 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. $$ CASA MARIA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Springfield.

2429 S. 3rd St. 372-9000. $ CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows. 320 N. First St. 270-8565. $$ COPPER TOP SOUTHERN AMERICAN CUISINE F (Formerly The Homestead) The menu features Southern favorites like fried chicken, collards, biscuits and cornbread, as well as fresh seafood, steaks, burgers and chops, served in a family atmosphere inside a cozy log cabin. CM, FB. Sunday brunch; L & D, Tue.-Sun. 1712 Beach Blvd. 249-4776. $$ CRAB CAKE FACTORY JAX F Chef Khan Vongdara presents an innovative menu of seafood dishes and seasonal favorites.

FB. L & D daily. 1396 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza. 247-9880. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax 2011 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, with faves Guinness stew, lamb sliders and fish pie. L, Fri.-Sun.; D, Tue.-Sun.; weekend brunch. FB, CM. 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach.

249-9595. $$ CYCLONES TEX-MEX CANTINA F The place has freshly made Tex-Mex favorites, including fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, burritos, tamales and taco salad. Lunch combos include Mexican rice and beans. FB. L & D, daily. 1222 Third St. S. 694-0488. $$ DICK’S WINGS F The NASCAR-themed place serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features half-pound burgers, ribs and salads. BW, TO. L & D daily. 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. The 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. 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 fresh daily.

BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 1451 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach.

249-2212. $$ HOT DOG HUT F Best of Jax 2011 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. $

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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. $$ LYNCH’S IRISH PUB The full-service restaurant offers corned beef and cabbage, Shepherd’s pie and fish-n-chips. 30+ beers on tap. FB. L, Sat. & Sun., D, daily. 514 N. First St. 249-5181. $$ MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See St. Johns Town Center. 1080 Third St. N. 241-5600. $ MEZZA LUNA F A Beaches tradition for 20-plus years.

Great food, from gourmet wood-fired pizzas to contemporary American cuisine. Inside or patio dining. Extensive wine list.

CM, FB. D, Mon.-Sat. 110 First St., Neptune Beach.

249-5573. $$$ MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR F Best of Jax 2011 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-plus 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. $ NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE F Best of Jax 2011 winner.

Executive Chef Kenny Gilbert’s cuisine features local fare and innovative dishes, served in an island atmosphere. Dine inside or out on the tiki deck. FB. L & D, Wed.-Sun.; D, nightly. 2309 Beach Blvd. 247-3300. $$ NORTH BEACH BISTRO Casual dining with an elegant touch, like slow-cooked veal osso buco; calypso crusted mahi mahi with spiced plantain chips. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach. 372-4105. $$$ OCEAN 60 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. $$ THE PIER RESTAURANT F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The oceanfront restaurant offers fresh, local fare served on two floors — upstairs, it’s Chef’s Menu, with stuffed flounder, pork tenderloin, appetizers. Downstairs bar and patio offer casual items, daily drink specials. CM, FB. D, daily; L & D, weekends; brunch, Sun. 412 First St. N. 246-6454. $$ PHILLY’S FINEST F Authentic Philly-style cheesesteaks made with imported Amorosa rolls. Hoagies, wings and pizza ... cold beer, too. FB. L & D, daily. 1527 N. Third St. 241-7188. $$ RAGTIME TAVERN SEAFOOD GRILL F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The Beaches landmark serves grilled seafood with a Cajun/Creole accent. Hand-crafted cold beer. FB. L & D, daily. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7877. $$ SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK F Best of Jax 2011 winner. An array

(The Jacksonville Landing venues are at 2 Independent Drive) ADAMS STREET DELI & GRILL The lunch spot serves wraps, including grilled chicken, and salads, including Greek salad. L, Mon.-Fri. 126 W. Adams St. 475-1400. $$ BURRITO GALLERY & BAR F Best of Jax 2011 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, 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. $$ CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows. The Jacksonville Landing. 354-7747. $$$ CITY HALL PUB A sports bar vibe: 16 big-screen HDTVs. Angus burgers, dogs, sandwiches, AYCE wings buffet. FB. Free downtown area lunch delivery. L & D, daily. 234 Randolph Blvd.

356-6750. $$ DE REAL TING CAFE F The popular restaurant offers a Caribbean lunch buffet Tue.-Fri. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 128 W. Adams St. 633-9738. $ FIONN MACCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT Brand new location. See Beaches. FB, CM. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 176. 374-1247. $$ INDOCHINE Best of Jax 2011 winner. 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. $ TRELLISES HYATT REGENCY This American cuisine restaurant offers a breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelet station and a la carte items. Signature lunch and dinner entrees include grouper salad, Angus burgers, Reubens, French onion grilled cheese, seafood and steaks. Wed. night Pastabilities.

CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 225 East Coastline Dr. 634-4540. $$$ KOJA SUSHI F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Sushi, Japanese, Asian and Korean cuisine. Indoor and outdoor dining and bar.

FB. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing. 350-9911. $$ NORTHSTAR SUBSTATION F This place features brick-ovenbaked pizzas, grinders, wings, Philly cheesesteaks, custom sandwiches and fries served in a laid-back setting. FB, 27 beers on draft. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 119 E. Bay St. 860-5451. $ OLIO MARKET F Freshly prepared sandwiches, salads, soups and entrées. In the Churchwell Lofts building, Olio partners eclectic tastes with Old World ambiance in a casual renovated space. L, Mon.-Fri.; late Art Walk. 301 E. Bay St. 356-7100. $$ 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. $$ VITO’S ITALIAN CAFE F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Authentic Italian oven-baked pasta dishes, pizza, veal, chicken and seafood items made with fresh ingredients. CM, FB. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 174. 355-0064. $$ ZODIAC GRILL F Serving Mediterranean cuisine and American favorites, with a popular lunch buffet. FB. L & D, daily. 120 W. Adams St. 354-8283. $

FLEMING ISLAND

CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows. 406 Old Hard Road, Ste. 106. 213-7779. $$ GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET F See Riverside. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 1915 East West Pkwy., 541-0009. $ HONEY B’S CAFE Breakfast includes omelets, pancakes, French toast. Lunch offers entrée salads, quiches, build-yourown burgers. Peanut butter pie is a favorite. Tea parties every Sat. B & L, daily. 3535 U.S. 17, Ste. 8. 264-7325. $$ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Intracoastal.

1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100. 215-2223. $

MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See St. Johns Town Center. 1800 Town Center Pkwy.

541-1999. $ MOJO SMOKEHOUSE F Best of Jax 2011 winner. FB. L & D, daily. 1810 Town Ctr. Blvd. 264-0636. $$ WHITEY’S FISH CAMP F Best of Jax 2011 winner.

The 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. 269-4198. $

INTRACOASTAL

AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches. 14286 Beach Blvd. (at San Pablo Rd.) 223-0991. $ BIG DAWG’S SPORTS RESTAURANT F The family-friendly casual sports restaurant offers wings, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and specialty salads. Kids can choose from the Puppy Chow menu. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 12630 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4.

551-3059. $$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA, PASTA, PANINIS F Brucci’s offers authentic New York-style pizza, Italian pastas and desserts in a family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36. 223-6913. $ CLIFF’S ROCKIN’ BAR-N-GRILL F Cliff’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, steak, seafood, homemade pizza and daily specials. FB. L & D, daily. Smoking permitted. 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Cobblestone Plaza. 645-5162. $$ 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 2011 winner. Family-ownedand-operated, serving authentic Mexican cuisine, like tamales, fajitas, pork tacos, in a casual family atmosphere. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 14333 Beach Blvd. 992-1666. $ MILANO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA Homemade Italian cuisine, breads, pizzas, calzones and specialty dishes. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 646-9119. $$ THAI ORCHID F The restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, including pad Thai, Thai curry dishes and rice dishes. BW. L & D, daily. 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 683-1286. $$ TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL F Wings, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood and specialty wraps. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. & Sun. 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5. 223-6999. $$

JULINGTON, NW ST. JOHNS

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. $$$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA F See Intracoastal. 540 S.R. 13, Ste. 10, Fruit Cove. 287-8317. $$ HAPPY OURS SPORTS GRILLE F 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.

230-2171. $ VINO’S PIZZA Vino’s Pizza – with four Jacksonville locations – makes all their Italian and American dishes with fresh ingredients. L & D, daily. 605 S.R. 13, Ste. 103.

230-6966. $ WAKAME JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE F The fine dining restaurant offers authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine, including a full sushi menu, curries and pad dishes. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 108. 230-6688. $$

MANDARIN

AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches. 11190 San Jose Blvd. 260-4115. $ AW SHUCKS F The 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 Yorkstyle 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Springfield. L & D, daily. 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd. 619-8186. $$ CLARK’S FISH CAMP F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Clark’s has steak, ribs, AYCE catfish dinners, 3-pound prime rib. Dine in, out or in a creek-view glass-enclosed room. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. & Sun. 12903 Hood Landing Rd. 268-3474. $$ DON JUAN’S RESTAURANT F Authentic Mexican dishes prepared daily from scratch, served in a casual atmosphere.

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this is a copyright protected proof © FB, CM. L & D, daily. 12373 San Jose Blvd. 268-8722. $$ GIGI’S RESTAURANT Breakfast buffet daily, lunch buffet weekdays. The Comedy Zone (Best of Jax 2011 winner) has an appetizer menu. FB. B, L & D, daily. I-295 & San Jose Blvd.

(Ramada Inn). 268-8080. $$ (Fri. & Sat. buffet, $$$) GOLDEN CORRAL Family-friendly place; legendary buffet featuring familiar favorites and new items. B, L & D, daily.

11470 San Jose Blvd. 886-9699. $$ HALA CAFE & BAKERY F See Southside. 9735 Old St. Augustine Rd. 288-8890. $$ HARMONIOUS MONKS The American-style steakhouse features a 9-oz. choice Angus center-cut filet topped with gorgonzola shiitake mushroom cream sauce, 8-oz. gourmet burgers, fall-off-the-bone ribs, wraps, sandwiches. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 30. 880-3040. $$ 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. $$ MAMA FU’S ASIAN HOUSE MSG-free pan-Asian cuisine prepared to order in woks using fresh ingredients. Authentic Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai dishes. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 11105 San Jose Blvd. 260-1727. $$ MANDARIN ALE HOUSE Laid-back atmosphere; 30-plus beers on tap. FB. L & D, daily. 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 19.

292-0003. $$ METRO DINER F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See San Marco.

12807 San Jose Blvd. 638-6185. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Organic supermarket with full deli and salad bar serving wraps, quesadillas, chopped salads, vegetarian dishes. Fresh juice and smoothie bar. Indoor and outdoor seating. Mon.-Sat. 10000 San Jose Blvd. 260-6950. $ PICASSO’S PIZZERIA F Specializes in hand-tossed gourmet pizza, calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta. Fresh local seafood and steaks. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 10503 San Jose Blvd. 880-0811. $$ SIMPLE FAIRE F Breakfast and lunch favorites, featuring Boar’s Head meats and cheeses served on fresh bread. Daily specials. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3020 Hartley Rd. 683-2542. $$ TANK’S FAMILY BAR-B-Q Owned and operated by the Tankersley family, the barbecue place offers made-from-scratch Southern-style fare, featuring their own sauces. CM, BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 11701 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 23. 351-8265. $$ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. L & D, daily. 4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr. 268-6660. $ 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. $$

ORANGE PARK

ARON’S PIZZA F The family-owned restaurant offers eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizza. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 650 Park Ave. 269-1007. $$ BLU TAVERN F The restaurant, serving global cuisine, has an upscale feel with a casual atmosphere. Favorites include bread pudding and specialty appetizers. Blu also serves pasta dishes, burgers, seafood, pork, beef and steaks. CM, FB. L & D, daily; B, Sat. & Sun. only. 1635 Wells Rd. 644-7731. $$ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F For 18-plus years, the sports-themed family restaurant has served wings, ribs, entrees, sandwiches.

FB. L & D, daily. 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd. 425-6466. $$ THE HILLTOP CLUB She-crab soup, scallops, prime beef, wagyu beef, chicken Florentine, stuffed grouper. Chef Nick’s salmon is a favorite. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. 2030 Wells Rd. 272-5959. $$ JOEY MOZARELLAS The Italian restaurant’s specialty is a 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 Family-owned-and-operated.

Gourmet pizza, veal, chicken, mussels, shrimp, grouper. The pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, calzones, linguini, ravioli, made with fresh ingredients, homemade-style. Daily specials.

CM, BW, sangria. 1930 Kingsley Ave. 276-9551. 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 See Beaches. BW. L & D, daily. 635 A1A. 543-1494. $ AQUA GRILL Upscale cuisine includes fresh seafood, Angus steaks, Maine lobster, 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. $$ CAFFE ANDIAMO Traditional Italian cuisine features fresh seafood, veal, homemade pastas and wood-fired pizza prepared in a copper clad oven. An extensive wine list is offered in a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Dine indoors or Out on the terrace. L & D, daily. 500 Sawgrass Village.of 280-2299. $$$ promise benefit 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 eclectic cuisine featuring local and imported seafood with Southern and Asian influences. F/B. D, Mon.-Sat. 818 A1A N. 543-3797. $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Best of Jax 2011 winner. See San Marco. 8141 A1A. 285-0014. $$$$ 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. $$$ URBAN FLATS Ancient world-style flatbread is paired with fresh regional and seasonal ingredients in wraps, flatwiches and entrées, served in a casual, urban atmosphere. An international wine list is offered. FB. L & D, daily. 330 A1A N. 280-5515. $$

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AJ’S ON PARK STREET F 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. 359-0035. $$ ALPHADOG GRILL F This brand-new fun place in Riverside features gourmet hot dogs — like Ragin’ Cajun (andouille sausage covered in jambalaya) and The Hippie (veggie dog) — and sausages, grilled chicken wraps, soups, salads, appetizers and wings. L & D, daily. BW. 2782 Park St. 374-8715. $ AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 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 F The 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. 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. $$ EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See San Marco. 2753 Park St. 384-9999. $ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F See Orange Park. 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135. $$ 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. $ 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. $ KICKBACKS GASTROPUB F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The neighborhood hot spot serves pub favorites 20 hours a day, every day. The full bar has over 655 bottled beers, 84 on tap.

Outdoor seating. CM. 910 King St. 388-9551. $$ MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ Smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homemade-style sides include green beans, baked beans, red cole slaw, collards. BW, CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4838 Highway Ave., 389-5551. $$ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax 2011 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-n-

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GRILL ME! A WEEKLY Q&A WITH PEOPLE IN THE RESTAURANT BIZ

NAME: Jim Doughfman RESTAURANT: AlphaDog Grill, 2782 Park St., Jacksonville BIRTHPLACE: Jacksonville YEARS IN THE BUSINESS: I’m a newbie.

FAVORITE RESTAURANT (other than my own): Buca di Beppo, Jacksonville.

FAVORITE COOKING STYLE: Italian FAVORITE INGREDIENTS: Meat and cheese.

IDEAL MEAL: Spaghetti with meat sauce, or anything Italian. (Also hot dogs!)

Walter Coker

WOULDN’T EAT IF YOU PAID ME: Any type of testicle.

INSIDER’S SECRET: Everything is better from the grill.

CELEBRITY SIGHTING AT ALPHADOG: None, yet!

CULINARY GUILTY PLEASURE: Cheese.

chips — 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 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. $$ SUSHI CAFÉ The café in Riverside Publix Plaza features a variety of sushi, including the popular Monster Roll and the Jimmy Smith Roll, along with faves like Rock-n-Roll and Dynamite Roll. Sushi Café also offers hibachi, tempura, katsu and teriyaki. BW. Dine indoors or on the patio. L & D, daily.

2025 Riverside Ave. 384-2888. $$ TASTI D-LITE Health-conscious desserts include smoothies, shakes, sundaes, cakes and pies, made with fresh ingredients with fewer calories and less fat. More than 100 flavors. Open daily. 1024 Park St. 900-3040. $ 13 GYPSIES F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The neighborhood eatery is intimate and casual, serving tapas, shrimp dishes, salads and pressed sandwiches made from scratch. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sat. 887 Stockton St. 389-0330. $$ 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 The 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. $$

ST. AUGUSTINE

A1A ALE WORKS F The Ancient 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. $$ BARNACLE BILL’S F For 30 years, the family restaurant has served seafood, oysters, gator tail, steak and fried shrimp. FB, CM, TO. L & D daily; 14 Castillo Drive, 824-3663. $$ THE BLACK MOLLY BAR & GRILL Fresh, local seafood, steaks and pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere. FB, CM. L & D daily. 504 Geoffrey St., Cobblestone Plaza.

547-2723. $$ BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS F Specialty pizzas are Borrillo’s Supreme (extra cheese, pepperoni, sausage), white and

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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. $$$ CAFÉ ELEVEN F Serving eclectic cuisine like feta spinach egg croissant, apple turkey sandwich, pear-berry salad. Daily chef creations. BW. B, L & D, daily. 501 A1A Beach Blvd. 4609311. B, $; L & D, $$ CAP’S ON THE WATER F The 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. $$ CARMELO’S PIZZERIA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Authentic New York style brick-oven-baked pizza, fresh baked sub rolls, Boars Head meats and cheeses, fresh salads, calzones, strombolis and sliced pizza specials. BW. L & D, daily. 146 King St. 494-6658. $$ 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. $$ CREEKSIDE DINERY Creekside serves beef, chicken and seafood, with an emphasis on low-country cooking. Outdoor deck with a fire pit. FB. D, nightly. 160 Nix Boatyard Rd. 829-6113. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches.

3 St. George St. 824-6993. $ 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 2011 winner.

International menu features large portions, reasonable prices.

FB. L & D, daily. 828 Anastasia Blvd. 824-8244. $$ HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILLE F In a historic, two-story house, the New Orleans-style eatery has fresh seafood, steaks, jambalaya, etouffée and shrimp. FB. L & D, daily. 46 Avenida Menendez. 824-7765. $$ 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. $$ MILL TOP TAVERN F A St. Auggie institution housed in an 1884 building, serving nachos, soups, sandwiches and daily specials. Dine inside or on open-air decks. At the big mill wheel. FB. L & D, daily. 19 1/2 St. George St. 829-2329. $$ 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 PRESENT MOMENT CAFÉ Best of Jax 2011 winner. The cozy café serves organic, vegan and vegetarian dishes, pizza, pastas, hummus and milkshakes — all prepared without

meat, dairy, wheat or an oven. Organic BW. TO. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat. 224 W. King St. 827-4499. $ 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. $$ RAINTREE Located in a Victorian home, Raintree offers a menu with contemporary and traditional international influences. Extensive wine list. FB. D, daily. 102 San Marco Ave. 824-7211. $$$ THE REEF RESTAURANT F Casual oceanfront place with a 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. $$ SOUTH BEACH GRILL Located off A1A, south of the S.R. 206 bridge, the two-story beachy destination offers casual oceanfront dining and fresh local seafood. Dine indoors or out on a beachfront deck. FB. B, L & D daily. 45 Cubbedge Road, Crescent Beach. 471-8700. $ SPY GLOBAL CUISINE & LOUNGE In the historic district, Spy features James Bond-themed sushi and Mediterraneaninfluenced global cuisine on the seasonal menu, including fresh — never frozen — Hawaiian seafood. Dine indoors or out on the patio. Upstairs lounge, too. Great selection of chilled sakes. BW, CM. D, nightly. 21 Hypolita St. 819-5637. $$$ SUNSET GRILLE Casual Key West style, 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. $$$ THE TASTING ROOM, WINE & TAPAS Owned by Michael Lugo, the upscale contemporary Spanish restaurant fuses innovative tapas with an extensive wine list. L, Wed.-Sun.; D, nightly. 25 Cuna St. 810-2400. $$

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BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE With four dining rooms, BlackFinn offers classic American fare: beef, seafood, pasta, chicken, flatbread sandwiches. Dine indoors or on the patio.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 4840 Big Island Dr. 345-3466. $$ CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR F Casual fine dining.

The menu blends modern American favorites served with international flair. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 9823 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 1. 619-1931. $$$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Beaches.

9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 11. 646-2874. $ FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES Best of Jax 2011 winner.

13249 City Square Dr., 751-9711. 9039 Southside Blvd., 5389100. 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 401, 996-6900. $ THE FLAME BROILER 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, and gourmet tapas for pairing. Wide beer selection. L & D, daily. 10281 Midtown Parkway, Ste. 119. 642-7111. $$ ISLAND GIRL WINE & CIGAR BAR F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Upscale tropical vibe. Walk-in humidor, pairing apps and desserts with 25 wines, ports by the glass. 220+ wines by the bottle; draft, bottled beer. L & D, daily. 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115. 854-6060. $$ 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-from-theoven 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 2011 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 A changing 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. $$$ MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT Best of Jax 2011 winner. Non-fat, low-calorie, cholesterol-free frozen yogurt is served in flavors that change weekly. Toppings include a variety of fruit and nuts. 4860 Big Island Dr. 807-9292. $ THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE F The recipes, unique to the Pancake House, call for only the freshest ingredients. CM. B, L & D, daily. 10208 Buckhead Branch Dr. 997-6088. $$ OTAKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE F Family-owned with 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. $$$ 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, seafood, sandwiches.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9711 Deer Lake Court. 565-2882. $$ STEAMERS CAFE F Steamers’ menu has all-natural and organic items, including wraps, sandwiches, subs, soups, steamer bowls, smoothies and fresh juices. Daily lunch specials. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4320 Deerwood Lake Parkway, Ste. 106. 646-4527. $ SUITE Best of Jax 2011 winner. St. Johns Town Center premium lounge and restaurant offer chef-driven small plates and an extensive list of specialty cocktails, served in a sophisticated atmosphere. FB. D & late-nite, nightly. 4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1. 493-9305. $$ TAVERNA YAMAS The 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 Authentic Japanese cuisine, teppanyaki shows and a full sushi menu.

CM. L & D, daily. 10206 River Coast Dr. 997-6528. $$ WHISKY RIVER F Best of Jax 2011 winner. At St. Johns Town Center’s Plaza, Whisky River features wings, pizza, wraps, sandwiches and burgers served in a lively car racingthemed atmosphere (Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s the owner). FB. CM. L & D, daily. 4850 Big Island Drive. 645-5571. $$ WILD WING CAFÉ F Serving up 33 flavors of wings, as well as soups, sandwiches, wraps, ribs, platters and burgers. FB. 4555 Southside Blvd. 998-9464. $$ YUMMY SUSHI F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Teriyaki, tempura, hibachi-style dinners, sushi & sashimi. Sushi lunch roll special. BW, sake. L & D, daily. 4372 Southside Blvd.

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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 2011 winner. See Beaches.

5613 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1. 737-2874. $ DICK’S WINGS F 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 2011 winner. The Southern Blues kitchen serves pulled pork, brisket and North Carolinastyle barbecue. TO, BW. L & D, daily. 1607 University Blvd. W. 732-7200. $$

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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. $$ b.b.’s F Best of Jax 2011 winner. A bistro menu is served in an upscale atmosphere, featuring almond-crusted calamari, tuna tartare and wild mushroom pizza. FB. L & D, Mon.-Fri.; brunch & D, Sat. 1019 Hendricks Ave. 306-0100. $$$ BISTRO AIX F French, Mediterranean-inspired fare, awardwinning wines, wood-fired 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. Big sandwiches, soups, desserts and more than 100 bottled and ontap beers. BW. L & D, daily. 1704 San Marco Blvd. 398-9500. $ THE GROTTO F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Wine by the glass.

Tapas-style menu offers a cheese plate, empanadas bruschetta, chocolate fondue. BW. 2012 San Marco Blvd. 398-0726. $$ HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR LOUNGE F Authentic Latin American fine dining: picadillo, ropa vieja, churrasco tenderloin steak, Cuban sandwiches. L & D, Mon.-Sat. CM, FB. 2578 Atlantic Blvd. 399-0609. $ LAYLA’S OF SAN MARCO Fine dining in the heart of San Marco. Traditional Middle Eastern cuisine, served inside or outside on the hookah and cigar patio. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat.; D, Sun. 2016 Hendricks Ave. 398-4610. $$ 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. $$$$ METRO DINER F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Historic 1930s diner offers award-winning breakfast and lunch. Fresh seafood and Southern cooking. Bring your own wine. B & L, daily. 3302 Hendricks Ave. 398-3701. $$ MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE Morton’s specializes in generous portions of USDA prime aged beef as well as fresh fish and lobster. The tableside menu presentation features

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this is a copyright protected pro every item described by the server. FB, TO. D, nightly. 1510 Riverplace Blvd. 399-3933. $$$ THE OLIVE TREE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE F Mediterranean homestyle healthy plates: hummus, tebouleh, grape leaves, gyros, potato salad, kibbeh, spinach pie, Greek salad, daily specials. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 1705 Hendricks Ave. 396-2250. $$ PIZZA PALACE F 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, frozen yogurt, teas, coffees; 30 kinds of smoothies, with flavored soy milks, organic frozen yogurt, granola. Daily. 1962 San Marco Blvd.

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

Midwestern prime beef, fresh seafood, upscale atmosphere.

FB. D, daily. 1201 Riverplace Blvd. 396-6200. $$$$ SAKE HOUSE See Riverside. 1478 Riverplace Blvd.

306-2188. $$ SAN MARCO DELI F Independently owned & operated classic diner serves grilled fish, turkey burgers. Vegetarian options. Mon.-Sat. 1965 San Marco Blvd. 399-1306. $ TAVERNA Tapas, small-plate items, Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas and entrées are served in a rustic yet upscale interior.

BW, TO. L & D, Tue.-Sat. 1986 San Marco Blvd. 398-3005. $$$ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. The San Marco location offers a lunch buffet. L & D, daily. 1430 San Marco Blvd.

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AROMAS BEER HOUSE Offers customer favorites like ahi tuna with a sweet soy sauce reduction, backyard burger, triple-meat French dip. FB. L & D, daily. 4372 Southside Blvd.

928-0515. $$ BISTRO 41° F Casual dining features fresh, homemade breakfast and lunch dishes in a relaxing atmosphere. TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3563 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104. 446-9738. $ BLUE BAMBOO Contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine includes rice-flour calamari, seared Ahi tuna, pad Thai. Street eats: barbecue duck, wonton crisps. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 3820 Southside Blvd. 646-1478. $$ BOMBA’S SOUTHERN HOME COOKING F 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. $$$ 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. See San Marco. 5500 Beach Blvd. 398-1717. $ GENE’S SEAFOOD F Serving fresh Mayport shrimp, fish, oysters, scallops, gator tail, steaks and combos. L & D, daily.

11702 Beach Blvd. 997-9738. $$ HALA CAFE & BAKERY F A local institution since 1975 serving house-baked pita bread, kabobs, falafel and daily lunch buffet. TO, BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4323 University Blvd.

S. 733-5141. $$ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE See Downtown. 2025 Emerson St. 346-3770. $ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See Intracoastal.

8206 Philips Hwy. 732-9433. $

SPECKLED HEN TAVERN & GRILLE F The stylish gastropub has 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 Best of Jax 2011 winner. promise of benefit Located in Latitude 30, Sunset 30 serves familiar favorites, including seafood, steaks, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, pasta and pizza. Dine inside or on the patio. FB. L & D, daily.

10370 Philips Hwy. 365-5555. $$ THE THIRSTY IGUANA CANTINA TAQUERIA Classic Mexican fare includes quesadillas, tacos, burritos, chimichangas, enchiladas and fajitas, as well as some killer nacho choices, made with fresh ingredients. L & D, daily. TO, FB, CM. 7605 Beach Blvd. 647-7947. $$ 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 no-MSG meats, Grande cheeses and Boylan soda. BW. L & D, Mon.Sat. 4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2. 565-1999. $$ URBAN ORGANICS The local produce co-op offers seasonal fresh organic vegetables and fruit. Open Mon.-Sat. 5325 Fairmont St. 398-8012.

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

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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. $$ CASA MARIA F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The familyowned restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare, including fajitas and seafood. The specialty is tacos de azada. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104. 757-6411. $$ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE See Downtown. 5945 New Kings Rd. 765-8515. $ JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT F Gourmet pizzas, pastas. Authentic Italian entrees. BW. L & D, daily.

7316 N. Main St. 765-0335. $$ MILLHOUSE STEAKHOUSE F A locally-owned-andoperated steakhouse with choice steaks from the signature broiler, and seafood, pasta, Millhouse gorgonzola, homemade desserts. CM, FB. D, nightly. 1341 Airport Rd. 741-8722. $$ RIVERCITY ISLAND GRILL & CHILL F Casual fare: seafood, wings, burgers. 10 hi-def TVs, drink specials, club nights. L & D, daily. 13141 City Station Dr. 696-0802. $$ SALSARITA’S FRESH CANTINA F Southwest cuisine made from scratch; family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily.

840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 131, River City Marketplace. 696-4001. $ THREE LAYERS CAFE F Best of Jax 2011 winner. 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 Salads, sandwiches, pizza, fine European cuisine. Nightly specials. 2467 Faye Rd., Northside. 647-8625. $$ UPTOWN MARKET F In the 1300 Building at the corner of Third & Main, Uptown Market serves fresh fare made with the same élan that rules Burrito Gallery. Innovative breakfast, lunch and deli selections. BW, TO. 1303 Main St. N. 355-0734. $$

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Stung by criticism in 2007 that they were neglecting severely wounded service members, the Pentagon and the Department of Veterans Affairs have now gone extreme the other way, routinely providing at least a half-dozen (and as many as 24) caseworkers per patient.

A Government Accountability Office report in October said the result was “duplication, confusion and turf battles,” according to a November Washington Post story, leaving the members and their families conflicted and overwhelmed. At times the Pentagon (serving active-duty personnel) and the VA (ex-military) balked over coordinating the treatments. The agencies, however, told the Post any duplication was intentional, even though the Post cited military families who each wished they had a single, authoritative case manager to turn to. A GAO official called the situation “crazy” and “disturbing.”

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ordinary unmarked vans (“without noticeable defenses”). It supposedly uses “Econolines 2011 of Doom,” “hidden” in plain sight on the country’s highways, because it fears the U.S. (its “ally”) would steal the bombs if it knew where they were. Dizzyingly, wrote Wired, the U.S. funds Pakistan yet regularly invades it, though desperately needing Pakistan’s help in Afghanistan, even as Pakistani soldiers fight alongside Afghan insurgents against the U.S. In October, super-enthusiastic winners of a Kingston, Ont., radio station contest claimed their prize: the chance to don gloves and dig for free Buffalo Bills’ football tickets (value: $320), buried in buffalo manure in a child’s plastic inflatable pool. The show’s host, Sarah Crosbie, reported the digging live (but, overcome by the smell, vomited on the air). More curious was a runner-up contestant who continued to muck around for the second prize, even though it was only tickets to a local zoo.

In a federal lawsuit for malicious prosecution, a judge found a “strong” likelihood that EPA agent Keith Phillips “deliberately” set up a hazardous-waste enforcement case against Hubert Vidrine to facilitate his own work/sex relationship with a female EPA agent. According to the court, Phillips was married and unable to carry on with the agent (stationed in another city) except when they worked together, which they did periodically over a three-year period on the Vidrine case. In October, Vidrine was awarded $1.6 million in damages.

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L.B. Williams, a black man married to a white woman in Panama City, Fla., reported that the Ku Klux Klan had burned a cross in his driveway in November and left a threatening note. However, the note didn’t demand the couple move from the neighborhood; it demanded they stay. Since the Klan isn’t known for supporting mixed-race couples, police were suspicious and ultimately charged Williams with making the threats himself — to frighten his wife into abandoning the divorce she’d recently requested.

Paul Moran, possessing (according to his

lawyer) “considerable intellectual ability,” nonetheless attempted a procedure to turn his own feces into gold (and was sentenced in October to three months in jail in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland, after accidentally setting his apartment on fire in the process).

Fine Points of the Law

Proportionality: Daniel Vilca, 26, was ordered to prison for the rest of his life (without possibility of parole) after his conviction in Naples, Fla., in November for having pornographic photos of children on his computer. He had no previous criminal record, nor was there evidence of any contact with children. The judge computed the sentence by multiplying a five-year term by the 454 photos police found.

A week earlier, a judge in Dayton, Ohio, sentenced former CEO Michael Peppel, 44, for defrauding his shareholders by overstating revenue in a company that went on to lose $298 million and cost 1,300 employees their jobs. Sentencing guidelines recommended an 8- to 10-year term, but federal judge Sandra Beckwith ordered Peppel to jail for seven days.

Dog-walker Kimberly Zakrzewski was found not guilty in October of violating the poop-scooping ordinance of Fairfax County, Va., despite photographic “evidence” of dog piles submitted by neighbors Virginia and Christine Cornell (who’d previously been feuding with Zakrzewski). The jury chose to give greater weight to testimony by the dog’s owner that the photographed piles were bigger than anything she’d ever seen from “Baxter.”

The owner also revealed she’d brought to court one of Baxter’s actual piles but decided to leave it in her car.

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Bad Shots: A 22-year-old man was shot in the face on Vancouver Island, B.C., in September; his companion on the camping trip thought he was shooting at a bear.

An 85-year-old man was shot in the face in Augusta, Ga., in September; a female acquaintance thought she was shooting at an opossum.

A 20-year-old woman was shot in Vilas County, Wis., in July; deputy sheriff Ty Peterson (a relative) thought he was shooting at a cougar.

Crime in the F State

Two men outfitted as zombies were arrested for assault at a Halloween party at a nudist resort in Pasco County, Fla. (One bit a security guard, but he was not infected.) Jeffrey Lluis, 27, who performed stand-up comedy at clubs around Tampa, apparently held a day job as bank robber (charged in November with knocking off a SunTrust bank — twice).

Undignified Deaths

Thinning the Herd: In October, a 30-year-old woman and her unidentified boyfriend were killed as they carried their domestic brawl from their car onto Interstate 485 near Pineville, N.C., and were struck by separate vehicles.

A 27-year-old man was killed in a one-car crash in Broward County, Fla., in October. He (a passenger) had punched his wife (the driver) in the face, causing her to lose control and careen into a lake. She and the couple’s 3-yearold daughter, in the backseat, survived.

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HELLOOOO NURSE! You: Gorgeous redhead medical assistant. Me: Unsuspecting patient. You had your scrubs inside out & backwards, I pointed this out while you were taking my pulse. Care to play doctor after hours? When: Dec. 1, 2011. Where: Commonwealth Family Practice. #1236-1220 FLOPPY HAT GUY We met eyes a couple of times, you were really cute. You drank your beer and left before I had a chance to say anything to you. Let’s meet up and talk like we should have.

What kind of hat was I wearing? When: Dec. 13, 2011. Where: Park Place. #1235-1220 TALL GREEN-EYED BARTENDER TAILGATERS You: Wearing a black pullover and a beanie. You asked what I wanted to drink. I said “a shot to warm me up,” you smiled.

I had to leave with my group; maybe you can suggest a shot that we could have together. When: Dec. 11, 2011. Where: Tailgaters parking. #1234-1220 FLAWLESS TATTED PEARL SATURDAY GIRL You: Short and slender blonde wearing a beanie, white tank top; half-sleeve / back tatted. Me: Tall, dark, tatted, snake bites. I told you you were gorgeous and you said “ditto.”

Dancing with a friend near me and we both admitted to scoping each other out. Come dance with me on Saturday nights? When: Sept. 24, 2011. Where: The Pearl. #1233-1220 BLUE EYES AT THE REGISTER You: Working the register, prettiest ice-blue eyes I’ve ever seen, pulled-back brown hair, tattoos peaking out of sleeves. Me: Cargo shorts, brown hair and beard, Gators shirt. I bought a pack of cigarettes and milk. We shared meaningful eye contact and a suggestive smile. Let me know if you’re interested in batting for the same team...

When: Dec. 9, 2011. Where: CVS A1A South, Anastasia. #1232-1220 WORLD’S BEST/ CUTEST DISHWASHER You had a dark blonde mohawk hidden under a black hat. You came out to bus tables and retreated back to your dish-pit disco. I tried to get a final look at your adorable mug and caught you making a soap beard. You rule; let’s drink beer and listen to Leatherface. When: Dec. 9, 2011. Where: Dishpit at The Floridian. #1231-1220 DEVASTATINGLY HANDSOME GEORGIA FAN Wanted serendipity to strike a third time. You introduced yourself first at FL/GA and blindsided me at the Jags game when you took your sister. When you smiled, I forgot my own name, much less to give you my number. Up for a friendly rivalry? You: Warm Brunette Georgia Boy. Me: Dark curlyhaired Gator Girl. When: Oct. 29, 2011. Where: EverBank Field. #1230-1213 YOU RUN ACROSS MY MIND! You also run across all of Riverside. Literally. Slow down!

I’ve been contemplating a conversation for the past couple of years. Curious to know if we play for the same team. You: Usually in sweatpants, sports bra, beanie and headphones.

Me: Usually walking my dog and wearing scrubs. When: All the time. Where: Riverside. #1229-1206 BAKING BLONDE IN A THUNDERBIRD You: Gorgeous blond baker girl with giant eyes and perfect smile in front of pulp around 10 with friends. Me: Severely modified guy with tail lacking intestines to speak. We’ve met a few times, but get friend vibe from you. Would slaughter a unicorn to get your attention. Coffee sometime?? When: Nov. 27, 2011. Where: Pulp/ San Marco. #1228-1206 BEAUTIFUL DANCER You: Purple dress, red bag, heels, hair up, dancing like your feet were on fire with a lot of girlfriends. Me: Shy guy in white shirt, blue sweater at the table by the door. Wanna teach me some dance moves? When: Nov. 26, 2011. Where: Suite at the Town Center. #1227-1206 NICE TRUCK…HOT GUY I noticed your truck on Mayport Rd first... silver with a DC sticker in the back window... Then I noticed your baby blue eyes... I’m the Pittsburgh fan in the Jeep... I’d like a closer look. When: Nov. 25, 2011. Where: Mayport Rd. #1226-1206

PUBLIX HOTTIE You asked me to buy a turkey dinner. I said no, but got a platter instead. I was mesmerized by your blue eyes and meat-selling techniques. Would you like to enjoy it with me??

You had dark hair and wore a red sweater. Me: Hungry for more of what you are selling. When: Nov. 20, 2011. Where: Jax Beach Publix. #1225-1206 GARAGE SALE NEAR RATHBONE Please indulge me: Years ago, an artist saw you in a golden dream. So inspired, he wrote a symphony called Good Vibrations. You: Long blonde hair, jean shorts, with ladies. Me: Black shirt, sunglasses. Passed on everything and turned to see you looking in my direction. Heaven knows I wanted to say hello. Love to see you again if possible. When: Nov. 19, 2011. Where: Garage Sale. #1224-1129 HOSTESS HOTTIE You: Blonde, blue eyes, Matthew McConaughey look-alike, the all-American dream. You were having lunch with your boss. You called but hung up before I could give you my number. I have the perfect table for two. When: Nov. 2, 2011. Where: P.F. Changs, St. Johns Town Center. #1223-1129 SUSHI AND HOOKAH You: Mohawk at sushi in Oak Leaf. Me with my best friend.

You sat down with us. I love the blue shirt you had on and how we had a great time. Glad u left with us for hookah. I knew when I met you I would see you again. How soon is too soon? When: Nov. 2, 2011. Where: Sushi. #1222-1122 MISTER HEAVENLY You: Blonde with Miami hat on backwards, arm sleeve.

You kept looking, then stood by me but never spoke. Don’t be shy. I never make first moves. Me: Well, you know; you stared long enough ;) When: Nov. 8, 2011. Where: Café 11, St. Auggie. #1221-1115 VEXING VOLCOM A little after 9 pm. You: Wearing a black Volcom hoodie, and wearing it well. Me: Noticing nothing but you. Wondering if you’d like to bump into me there again Sunday, Nov 13th about the same time? When: Nov. 1, 2011. Where: The Pita Pit in Jax Beach. #1220-1115 WALKIN’ AFTER MIDNIGHT It was Halloween and you were dressed as the most beautiful woman in the world. I saw your radiant eyes and fell in love all over again. Nurse, you give me fever that’s so hard to bear.

I hope you know CPR, because you take my breath away. Let me treat you right? When: Oct. 31, 2011. Where: Wall Street. #1219-1108 SEA SHELL Dear Sir, I put a seashell into your hand ... Nearly 2 months

later, I chanced upon your newspaper gesture (was charmed and surprised). Responded back to your listing, but to no avail. Alas! Curiosity may have killed the cat? ... Consider this take two. When: Sept. 3, 2011. Where: The Floridian Restaurant. #1218-1108 BODACIOUS BURRO BARTENDER You: Model-looking chick workin’ the bar, slender like a traffic light, wondering if you could show me the red-light special?

Me: mesmerized, Burro is now my favorite Jax bar. When: Oct. 24, 2011. Where: Burro Bar. #1217-1108 SIR, I’M A CATCH I was dancing with friends, you were too. You spilled your drink down my back and bought me one to make up for it. I wish I had concocted a business proposal sooner! You: Fearless and full of bravado. Me: A fine catch, sir. Sign that business proposal! When: Aug. 6, 2011?. Where: Lit/ Downtown. #1216-1108 HANDSOME MAN ON HIS BMW You were pumping gas for your motorcycle at the Shell station off Gate Parkway on 9/30/2011, Jacksonville. I watched you thinking … wow! You: Long pony tail, shades and cute dimples. Me: Tall brunette, jeans and t-shirt. I’ve been thinking about you and would love a ride on your bike.

Call me. When: Sept. 30, 2011. Where: Shell Gas Station @ Gate Parkway. #1215-1108 BEAUTIFUL BALLERINA IN BLACK You: Extremely hot, petite blonde; the kind you want to take home to Mom. You were walking around helping anyone who raised their hand. Me: Too scared to raise my hand to get your number. Let’s do drinks or dinner sometime. When: Oct. 24, 2011. Where: The Trading Floor. #1214-1108 AUBURN BEAUTY You: short cut-off jean shorts and black shirt with the shoulder straps. Beautiful auburn hair. You came into my work and got a sub. Me: Dark hair with eyebrow pierced. I was making your sub. You are a true beauty and I would like to take you out and see if there’s a spark. Hope to hear from you ;) When: Oct. 25, 2011. Where: Fleming Island. #1213-1101 WHITEY’S FISH CAMP & PATRON SHOTS We met at Whitey’s and had some shots and then I lost you and never got your number. I guess the shots got to me, but not as much as you got to me. Hope you find this; I would like to see you again. When: Oct. 24, 2011. Where: Whitey’s Fish Camp. #1212-1101 MY BROWN EYED GIRL… It was that special night I cannot forget. Looking into your soft brown eyes it made my heart skip a beat and wanted to freeze time so I could forever cherish that moment. When: Oct. 20, 2011. Where: Fresh Off The Bus. #1211-1101

QUIET HANDSOME BARTENDER You: Polite, no frills bartender, working in the front taproom.

Just want you to know that you have a nice smile. When: Oct. 20, 2011. Where: Ragtime. #1210-1101 NINJA WENCH… You approached with a hello, several adult beverages later, a misguided GPS, and a night I’ll never forget. Breakfast again soon? And many convos... You know how to find me :) When: Oct. 7, 2011. Where: United States. #1209-1025 WATER BOY! You: Hard-working Zephyr Water boy with light eyes carrying empty water barrels to your truck with a handy sidekick. Me: Blue eyes, dressed up in all black, completely in your way, making light jokes with the older receptionist. We made eye contact more than once in halls. Special delivery! You could be my water boy anytime... :) When: Oct. 18, 2011. Where: C. Serv. Off St. Johns. #1208-1025 SPEED RACER We were running a 5k prediction race. I was with a friend and he was talking a lot during the beginning of the race. He was talking to you and asking you questions. I was standing next to him just listening. You sound like a cool girl. Let’s get dinner some time. When: Sept. 20, 2011. Where: Starbucks parking lot. #1207-1025 LOOKING PRETTY IN THE LIBRARY You were carrying your toddler, looking for a book with a boot on the cover. Things seemed to click with us. I hope I get a chance to see a lot more of you. When: Friday. Where: Library north of JU. #1206-1025 BREW AT THE ZOO You were sampling a piece of aged sirloin as I was saying that “I highly recommended it.” Me: Blonde hair, was wearing a blue polo w/ orange horse, jeans, flip flops. You, Beautiful/ natural blonde, brown leg boots and dark jeans. Would love to meet you for real instead of just passing. When: Oct. 7, 2011.

Where: Brew at the Zoo. #1205-1018 HOTTIE IN BLUE NIRVANA SHIRT Saw you there, the row behind me singing the words to every song. Smiled at you but was too nervous to do anything. I was in the dark pink tank top the row in front and to your right. When: Oct. 7, 2011. Where: Florida Theatre Death Cab Concert. #1204-1018 GRAY SWEATPANTS AT LIFESTYLE FITNESS To the short buff guy in a black “gym life” tank top and gray shorts at Lifestyle Fitness. You were looking so hot.

You were on the treadmill next to me talking about your time in the Navy, I hope next time you will ask me out.

When: Oct. 6, 2011. Where: Lifestyle Fitness. #1203-1018

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the fictional world of wizard Harry Potter, muggles are people with no magical powers. Because of that deficiency, certain sights may be literally invisible to them, certain places inaccessible. I’m going to boldly predict Aries people will lose at least some of muggleness in the year ahead. A part of your life where you’ve been inept or clueless begins to wake. In ways that may feel surprisingly easy, you’ll be able to fill a gap in your skill set or knowledge base.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): On Jan. 15, 1885, Wilson Bentley photographed his first snowflake. Over the course of the next 46 years, he captured 5,000 more images of what he called “tiny miracles of beauty.” He was the first person to say that no two snowfl akes are alike. In 2012, I suggest you draw inspiration from this. The months ahead are prime time to lay the foundation for a worthy project to captivate your imagination for a long time and maybe even take decades to finish.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In her memoir “Blood, Bones & Butter: The Inadvertent Education of a Reluctant Chef,” Gabrielle Hamilton suggests my horoscopes were helpful as she followed her dream to create her New York City restaurant, Prune. “I killed roaches, poisoned their nests, trapped rats, stuffed their little holes with steel wool and glass shards,” she wrote, “while my girlfriend … walked through the place ‘purifying’ it with a burning sage smudge stick and read me my Rob Brezsny horoscopes in support.” I’d love to be of similar service to you in the months ahead, as you cleanse whatever needs to be cleansed in preparation for your next big breakthrough.

Let the fumigation, purgation and expiation begin!

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In 1992, 30,000 Americans signed a petition asking Hawaii’s governor to change the name of Maui to “Gilligan’s Island.” Fortunately, the request was turned down, and so one of the most sublime places on the planet is not now named after a silly TV sitcom. I’m urging you to avoid getting swept up in equally fruitless causes in the months ahead. You’ll have lots of energy to give to social causes and collective intentions in 2012, but it’s very important to choose worthy outlets deserving of your intelligent passion, that have half a chance of succeeding.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The Palace of Versailles once served as home for French kings and their royal courts, and was the hub of the French government. It’s still a symbol of lavish wealth and high civilization. Set on 26 acres, it has 700 rooms, 67 staircases, 6,000 paintings and 2,100 sculptures.

The grounds feature 50 fountains and 21 miles of water conduits. Yet the word “Versailles” means “terrain where the weeds have been pulled.” Before it was built into a luxurious center of power, it was a marsh in the wilderness.

I nominate it to be your inspirational image for the year ahead: a picture of the transformation you’ll begin.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): George Reiger is a certifiable Disney freak. He’s covered his skin with 2,200 tattoos of the franchise’s cartoon characters.

If you plan to get anything near that much thematic body decoration in 2012, I recommend you draw inspiration from cultural sources with more substantial artistry and wisdom than Disney. Like, you could cover your torso with paintings by Matisse, your arms with poems by Neruda and your legs with Mozart’s musical scores. Why? In the months ahead, it’s important to surround yourself with the highest influences, associate with the most inspiring symbols and identify with the most ennobling creativity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the Classical Nahuatl language of the Aztecs, the word teocuitlatl literally meant “god poop.” It was 48 | FOLIO WEEKLY | DECEMBER 20-26, 2011

used to refer to gold, regarded as a divine gift that brought mixed blessings. On the one hand, gold made humans rich. On the other hand, it could render them greedy, stingy and paranoid. So it was potentially a source of tremendous bounty and conflict. I suspect that in 2012, you’ll have to deal with the arrival of a special favor that carries a comparable paradox. You should be fine — harvest the good part of the gift and not struggle with the tough part — as long as you vow to use it with maximum integrity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): What spell would you like to be under in 2012? Be careful how you answer; it may be a trick question. Not because I have any interest in fooling you, of course, but because I want to prepare you for the trickiness life may be expressing in your vicinity. Let me frame the issue differently. Do you really want to be under a spell of any kind? Answer yes only if you’re positive that being under a spell will help manifest your biggest dream. And make sure whoever or whatever is the spell’s source is in the service of love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The Environmental Working Group wrote the “Meat Eater’s Guide to Climate Change and Health.” It concluded that if every American avoided eating cheese and meat one day a week, emissions would be lowered as much as they would be by removing 7.6 million cars from the roads. This is the kind of incremental shift I urge you to specialize in during 2012 — whether it’s your contribution to alleviating the environmental crisis or your approach in dealing with more personal problems. Commit to making little changes to add up to major improvements.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Suzan-Lori Parks is a celebrated American playwright who’s won a Pulitzer Prize and a MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grant. Between November 2002 and November 2003, she wrote a new short play every day — a total of 365 plays in 365 days. I think you could be almost as prolific as that in 2012. Whatever your specialty, I believe you’ll be filled with originality about how to express it.

You’re also likely to have the stamina and persistence and, yes, even the discipline necessary to pull it off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pigeons are blessed with an extraordinary ability to find home, even if they’re hundreds of miles away.

They have an internal compass that allows them to read the Earth’s magnetic field, and they create a “map of smells” that gives them crucial clues as they navigate. A team of scientists performed some odd experiments that revealed a quirky aspect to the birds’ talent: If their right nostril is blocked, their innate skill doesn’t work as well.

(It’s OK if their left nostril is blocked, though.) What does this have to do with you? Well, you’ve been like a homing pigeon with its right nostril blocked, and it’s high time to unblock it. In the months ahead, you can’t afford to be confused about where home is, what your community’s made of or where you belong.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): One of Alexander the Great’s teachers was Aristotle, who was tutored by Plato, who himself learned from Socrates. In 2012, I’d love to see you draw vital information and fresh wisdom from a lineage as impressive as that. In my astrological opinion, you need much more than a steady diet of factoids plucked from the Internet and TV. You must be hungry for more substantial food for thought than you get from random encounters with unreliable sources. It’s time for you to attend vigorously to the next phase of your life-long education.

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Dog Daze

After a vicious dog attack that left one animal dead, the pets’ owner decries police response to the incident

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n Sunday, Nov. 27, my life and that of my two daughters changed forever. We witnessed our family dog Benjamin being killed. Around 8 that morning, a fight started between two of my dogs, Capone and Ben. I screamed out for help, knowing it was more than I could handle alone. A man from about three houses down came to help me try to get Capone — the aggressor dog — to stop attacking Ben. I called the police, thinking they could assist me in separating them. Instead, that proved to be the cause of Ben’s demise. Police showed up around 8:15 a.m. The first officer who arrived was approaching my dogs as I was telling him that the red dog — Capone — was the aggressor.

He reached for his gun and called his sergeant to get the “OK” to shoot. He then held up his Taser so that it emitted a clicking noise, but he didn’t fire the weapon. When the noise didn’t have any effect, he sprayed pepper-spray, but he was far away from the dogs and the wind was blowing, so of course it didn’t do a thing.

At this point, I was hysterical because I knew my baby Ben was suffering. More police started to show up, one by one, but they did nothing but stand on my neighbor’s porch and watch Benjamin get killed. It took an hour and a half for Capone to kill Ben, and any time I tried to leave my porch to help him I was threatened by police to be put in jail. At one point, the officer said, “Lady, this is what you get when you have these types of dogs!”

The police never asked me any questions or made a report. If the officers took the time they obviously had to ask me some questions, they would have known that Ben WAS NOT a pit bull — he was a purple-ribbon American Bully with parents and grandparents who were show champions and a price tag of $2,000.

I almost hate that Ben was so big, because I know the police thought it was a fight, but it wasn’t: It was a massacre.

Benjamin was a docile animal and had many admirers. Hundreds of people in Jacksonville knew and loved Ben. Kids who walked by my house always wanted to pet Ben and he loved that so much. It didn’t stop with people. Ben loved all dogs and was very fond of my mother’s cat. He was scared of my aunt’s Chihuahua and miniature poodle. Ben had been to shows and mingled with other dogs; he had even been shown a few times. Ben went trick-or-treating with me and my kids every year and loved all the attention. Even with all the masks and kids running everywhere, he NEVER barked, or anything even close. I took Ben everywhere with me and he listened to what I said like he was a human.

I just can’t get over this. I’m sure that a lot of people who own a dog would agree that they are not just a pet, they are family. The loss of Ben’s presence in our home has been great. The night after all of this happened, my 3-year-old daughter woke up out of a deep sleep and said, “I want my Ben Ben.” My 8-year-old was crying in her sleep. I would really like for people to know that when this type of thing happens, sometimes there is more going on than the “pit bull” factor.

The aggressive dog was my boy Capone, and

several things contributed to the attack. Capone was always an Alpha dog, and when Ben came along, he took a backseat — and he knew that. Capone also had kidney stones and was suffering from them. I actually called the Animal Care and Protective Services a week prior to the attack in order to surrender Capone. I knew he was in pain and I could not afford the $3,000 surgery he needed. But the animal control officer

Why didn’t they go sit in their cozy cars and write traffic tickets instead? Go do some real work instead of just standing around.

And they can’t claim it was to protect anyone, because when Capone finally killed Ben, they let him mosey right up on my porch where me and my kids were, and they asked me to keep him there. Also, some sicko was standing right over Ben with a camera taking pictures of him dead, Ben with the authors’ daughter.

The loss of Ben’s presence in our home has been great.

The night after all of this happened, my 3-year-old daughter woke up out of a deep sleep and said, “I want my Ben Ben.” My 8-year-old was crying in her sleep. never called me back. (Ironically, he was the one who came and picked him up after all this happened. When I said, “Hey, what’s your name?

I called you and you didn’t call me back,” he didn’t want to talk to me anymore.)

All of this proved to be too much for Capone to handle. I had never seen him act this way and I have owned him for 12 years with NO incident. I know that the media portrays pit bulls (or anything that remotely resembles a pit bull) as vicious animals that can’t be controlled, but that is NOT the case. This was an accident and a horrible one.

Ben looked intimidating but was a teddy bear. The way that JSO handled this situation was shameful. I would have rather they killed both of the animals than see Ben suffer so badly for so long. I just want to ask them why. At one point, my neighbor witnessed them laughing and cutting up; how could they do that? What kind of people are these? This is who is supposed to protect me and my children? I really should have saved my dime and not called them. I am a 5-foot-tall woman with no weapon and I wasn’t afraid of them, but there were seven police officers, each with a 40-pound belt full of weapons, and not one of them was brave enough to save my Benny. Really? Why did they stay?

and Capone was right there on the porch about 20 yards away.

This whole thing is just crazy to me. My family and friends are outraged, and I am sure I will be too, as soon as the sadness stage subsides.

I literally feel like one of my children is gone; only a real dog lover would understand that.

I would like to see the JSO’s policy changed so that this doesn’t happen to another family.

I’m sure that if it were two Labradors fighting, they would have stopped it, but they just acted like they were at a show. It’s sickening. I have thought about hiring an attorney. I would sleep better at night knowing that Ben’s death was not in vain. I would never sue for monetary gain, because money won’t bring my Ben back, but at least he could be the last one. But in reality, I know that no attorney would touch this case, and JSO will continue to do what they do, like they always have.

Anyone reading this: Please don’t blame the breed. These dogs cannot help how powerful they are and I never meant for this to happen.

All advocates please continue to fight breedspecific legislation (BSL).

Sylvester and Nikki Bynes

The Bynes live in Murray Hill.

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