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THIS WEEK // 12.11.19-12.17.19 // VOL. 33 ISSUE 37

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Joy Young reflects on her first year at the helm of the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Story by Courtney Stringfellow, Cover photo by Alex Harris

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THE MAIL DEMOLITION VS. PRESERVATION

RE.: Gentrification in Jacksonville by Emilee Leslie, Dec. 4

BLESSINGS IN THE FIRE MY DAD’S BEEN A COMMERCIAL FISHERMAN, a shrimper all his life—just like his dad. This week was one of the hardest for our family because my dad lost his business, livelihood and retirement in a flashing blaze. His boat, the Triton, caught fire through an accident that spread from another boat at the dock in Mayport. Sadly, both boats were a total loss. But, you know, we’re blessed. No one was hurt. The firefighters fought so hard for us, leaving nothing on the table. We’ve been showered with prayers, love and support from friends, family and strangers. I saw my siblings band together and launch a GoFundMe campaign (gf.me/u/w3ytgd) to help pay for the recovery costs. Together, everyone anchored my dad and mom, and they have peace. I’ve always known folks around Jacksonville to be kind; now I see how deep their hearts are, how their prayers are so resonant. We are blessed, all of us. Chad Thompson via email

THANK YOU RE.: Gentrification in Jacksonville by Emilee

Leslie, Dec. 4 EMILEE LESLIE WROTE AN IMPRESSIVE article on gentrification in Jacksonville. It is good to see that someone other than myself sees what is happening before our eyes and under our noses. Great work, Emilee, and thank you for your well-put words. Charles McClarty via email

I HOPE EMILEE REACHES OUT TO AREA historical societies and museums to help preserve some of old Jax. The gentrification won’t be stopped, but perhaps some buildings can be saved. As a transplant to the area, my observation is that it seems like the beaches are selling now; the river isn’t valued; and downtown is seen more as a government center and entertainment district. Let’s face it: History and people are way down on the mayor’s list of priorities. This particular administration seems set on more demolition rather than preservation. Pete Miller via email

LETTER TO EDITOR NERO

FOR SOME TIME, THE CRISIS-GENERATING team at JEA has bandied about the term “death spiral” in regards to the future of JEA. What hooey! If readers want to view a real death spiral in the making, check out the comments made by Mark Inch, the new Secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections: “The status quo cannot continue because that’s, that’s—pick your metaphor—the death spiral, or the plane crashing into the side of a cliff or, you know, the tipping point,” Inch says. Inch, whose public comments appeared in a recent article by veteran Tallahassee reporter Mary Ellen Klas, laid out the overwhelming negative attributes of the present DOC staff and facilities. It goes without saying that the present situation primarily is the consequence of the chiseler Rick Scott’s eight years as governor, though a necessary prerequisite was a compliant legislature. Hate to spoil Scott’s holiday cheer, but if the prison system in Florida goes up in flames, Scott is going to feel the heat. Michael Hoffmann via email

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BRICKBATS + BOUQUETS BOUQUET TO BRENDA PRIESTLY JACKSON The Jacksonville City Councilmember recently introduced a resolution that “strongly encourages JEA board to take formal action at the next JEA Board meeting to rescind the invitation to negotiate.” Whatever the fate of the resolution, this statement makes her one of the few councilmembers to heed constituents, who are almost unanimously incensed at the JEA privatization scheme.

BRICKBAT TO ST. JOHNS COUNTY PZA On Dec. 5, after a bureaucratic roller coaster lasting all year, the Planning and Zoning Agency denied the Village Garden Food Truck Park a simple beer and wine license. Anastasia Island residents argued for and against during public comment, but a letter by hidebound St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar seems to have decided the matter.

BOUQUET TO ED SLAVIN The St. Augustine watchdog blogger (and occasional Folio Weekly contributor) has thrown his hat into the political ring. Slavin is officially running for St. Johns County Supervisor of Elections. He faces incumbent Vicky Oakes. DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DESERVES A BOUQUET? OR MAYBE A BRICKBAT? Submit your choice to mail@folioweekly. com; 50-word maximum, concerning a person, place, or topic of local interest.

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YOHO THE YO-YO

WILL U.S. REP. BREAK 2012 PROMISE AND RUN IN 2020? DURING HIS INITIAL BID TO REPRESENT THE Third Congressional District of Florida in the U.S. House of Representatives, Ted Yoho did everything but pinky swear that he would term-limit himself after eight years of service. Yoho was theatrically critical of then-incumbent Cliff Stearns, who made the same promise but then took up residence in Washington D.C. for 24 years. Yoho term-shamed Stearns and, in a viral ad campaign, depicted career politicians as “pigs at the trough.” “... After eight years in Washington, I’ll come home,” Yoho promised. “If eight years was good enough for George Washington, it’s good enough for me.” When a Gainesville Sun reporter asked if he would keep that promise, Yoho said he could take it to the bank. Now, Yoho is at least considering another term. While he claims that he has not yet decided whether to take the leap, he has already registered to run and has raised more than $70,000 since January, presently reporting nearly a quarter-million dollars in his campaign chest. (Oddly, according to campaign records, a large portion of his 2019 donations came from out of state, specifically New York.) Although Yoho’s promise to leave Washington was not conditional eight years ago or at any time during his three consecutive bids for the seat, he now cites several reasons for going back to Washington. Above all, Yoho says, he wants to support Donald Trump by ensuring his seat remains in Republican hands, although the Democratic Party considers the district “unwinnable.” FL03—which encompasses Clay County in addition to portions of Alachua, Bradford, Marion, Putnam, and Union counties— is largely Republican and has elected Republican representatives since 1988. Most damning for Yoho is the fact that his critics and challengers are mostly Republicans. One contender, Judson Sapp is a Clay County businessman with deep ties to the Republican Party and the Trump White House. Sapp is on President Trump’s Election Finance Committee and has raised megadollars for the party. Amy Pope Wells is another Republican seeking Yoho’s seat. A

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third Republican challenger, Joseph Dallas Millado, was a congressional staffer for Yoho’s old nemesis, Rep. Stearns, as well as for Rep. Gus Bilirakis of Florida’s 12th District. Another reason Yoho has given in for staying in D.C. is to support the president during the impeachment hearings. However, the hearings will no doubt have concluded long before the January 2121 start of a fifth Yoho term. And while he is a member of a committee overseeing the impeachment efforts and has a right to attend the hearings and be recognized, he told CNN News that he had not attended any of the hearings. When asked if he had read any of the transcripts from the hearings, Yoho said he has not. After his CNN appearance, Yoho received criticism and seems to be taking his duties more seriously. Insiders say the real reason Yoho is breaking his promise is to buy time to groom a successor: Kat Cammack, his campaign manager and deputy chief of staff. Cammack is currently a political unknown, but sources say Yoho plans to put her front and center during his 2020 campaign and during his fifth term. By the time she runs in 2022, Yoho reckons she will be a known quantity and a strong contender. Further solidifying this contention is the fact that Cammack has purchased the domain names katforcongress. com, cammackforcongress.com and katcammack.com. Some still believe Yoho will keep his word. Furthermore, it is not unusual for politicians to continue fundraising even if they decide not to run. Campaign funds can always benefit the local, state or national parties or other candidates. Campaign funds can also be transferred to a future election campaign should the candidate decide to run for a different office. Funds can also be donated to charities but, more commonly, politicians donate to organizations that put their names on buildings as a living legacy for their egos. Yoho has said he will announce his decision in January. Inquiring minds want to know if he is a man of his word or if one online critic was correct in his assessment: “The trough is fine, as long as he’s the one feeding from it.”

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13 SYMPHONIC TRADITION FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER

The Jacksonville Symphony’s assistant conductor, Deanna Tham, leads this annual performance of Tchaikovsky’s whimsical ballet. The First Coast Nutcracker has been a Northeast Florida tradition for more than 40 years. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Times-Union Center, 300 Water St., Ste. 200, Downtown, jaxsymphony.org, $21-$57.

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The theatrical rock experience presents its latest production, Christmas Eve and Other Stories. Expect lights, action and all manner of musical derring-do. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, VyStar Veterans Arena, Sports Complex, vystarveteransarena.com, $36.84-$76.84.

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14 A VERY VOCAL CHRISTMAS ST. AUGUSTINE COMMUNITY CHORUS

The Ancient City’s choral ensemble convenes more than 100 voices to perform contemporary Christmas compositions, accompanied by a chamber orchestra and organist. Titled This Christmastide, the program features John Rutter’s Magnificat and Morten Lauridsen’s O Magnum Mysterium. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Cathedral Basilica, 38 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine, staugustinecommunitychorus.org, $5-$30. 8 | folioweekly.com | December 11-17, 2019

RIMES & REASON LEANN RIMES

The country-pop crossover (and Hallmark Channel movie star) brings her holiday tour to Northeast Florida. In addition to original Christmas tunes, Rimes sings her signature hits, earworms like “How Do I Live” and “Blue.” Kalie Shorr opens. 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Ste. 300, Downtown, floridatheatre.com, $39.50-$89.50.

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December weekends are special at the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens. For the seventh year, the grounds become an illuminated winter wonderland, complete with light sculptures, performances, holiday snacks and (of course) nightly visitors from the North Pole. 6-10 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 12-15; Dec. 19-22; Dec. 26-29, Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy., Northside, jacksonvillezoo.org, $8-$15.

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CLAY COUNTY COMMUNITY FUN SINGING CHRISTMAS TREE

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind, free Christmas concert! The 25th Annual Singing Christmas Tree is an Argyle tradition unlike any other. Enjoy free coffee and hot cocoa while watching holiday performances. 8-10 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Dec. 11-14, The Church at Argyle, 6823 Argyle Forest Blvd., Orange Park, facebook.com/thechurchatargyle, free.

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Downtown Fernandina Beach is all dressed up as A Christmas Carol inspired English village for the Fifth Annual Dickens on Centre Festival. Victorian characters, themed entertainment and performances, Tiny Tim’s Kids Zone, Saint Nick, and shopping opportunities abound. Dress up for the inaugural Dickens Costume Contest! 5-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Fernandina Beach, ameliaisland.com/landing-pages/Dickens-on-CentreChristmas-Festival, free.

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TIMELESS TRADITION COMMUNITY NUTCRACKER

More than 200 talented local dancers bring this beloved holiday performance to life at the Florida Theater each December. Discover the magical world of Clara and the Mouse King, the Nutcracker and the Sugar Plum Fairy for the first time—or the 50th. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 1 & 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, jaxnutcracker.org, $30-52.50. 10 | folioweekly.com | December 11-17, 2019

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14 PASSION. PURPOSE. PRIDE. JU DOLPHINS MEN’S BASKETBALL

The Dolphins battle the Middle Georgia State University Knights. JU is 3-0 all-time against the NAIA school, including a 100-57 win last season. It’s Family Day, which means free admission for all! 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Swisher Gym, 2800 University Blvd. N., Arlington, judolphins.com, free.

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JAGUARS DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT

The Jaguars and CLUBWAKA have partnered to create the city’s top foam dodgeball tourney. Put together a team to compete or just watch. If you’re a player, the entry fee includes a ticket to the Jags-Colts game on December 29. Advance registration required. 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Indoor Flex Field, TIAA Bank Field, Sports Complex, clubwaka.com/jacksonville, $75 (free to watch).

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The third annual hockey game between local firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMTs, paramedics and military personnel is played to help local charities. The ticket price includes admission to that night’s Icemen game. 3-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Vystar Veterans Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., jacksonvilleicemen.com, $20. December 11-17, 2019 | folioweekly.com | 11

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14 JACKSONVILLE CEREMONY WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA

This annual event gives the nation an opportunity to place a wreath on tombstones of local heroes. Ceremonies around the United States will begin at the same time. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd., Northside, wreathsacrossamericajacksonville.com, free.

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14 CELEBRATE NEW LIFE COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER

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Open to military families and their dependents with children ages 0-12 months. The first 20 families will receive goodie bags. Vendors will be on site. Must register to attend. Noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 1201 Assisi Ln., Atlantic Beach, facebook.com/ MBRNNASJacksonville, free.

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Lequita Brooks, a licensed clinical social worker, facilitates a group therapy session to help professionals manage seasonal stressors such as finances, family events and physical health. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, The Nest Coworking, 630 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, eventbrite.com, $50.

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Yoga Instructor Marcy Knight leads a candlelit, all-levels yoga and meditation class to celebrate the full moon, harness energy and attune to the rhythm of the lunar cycle. 7:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, Yoga Den Avondale, 3653 St. Johns Ave., facebook.com/yogadenavondale, $15.

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Vladimir Kautsky, crystal healer, spiritual healing facilitator and hypnotist, teaches attendees how to repair their auras using pendulums, crystals and gems. The workshop is held every third Tuesday. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, Advanced Holistic Healing, 6028 Chester Ave., Southside, openmindtobehappy.com/booking, $35. December 11-17, 2019 | folioweekly.com | 13

FOLIO: FEATURE

LEAPS & BOUNDS

Joy Young reflects on her first year at the helm of the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville

story by COURTNEY STRINGFELLOW photos by ALEX HARRIS

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IF YOU’VE BEEN NEAR THE ST. JOHN’S Town Center recently, you’ve likely noticed a new tenant: ART See and Shop. This 4,000 square foot pop-up store and gallery has been a second home for local artists of all stripes—from actors to graphic designers and glass artists—since October 29. This is the type of work the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville has been working on throughout 2019 and which Executive Director Joy Young hopes to build on in 2020. “As Cultural Council, we need to be limber enough [and] nimble enough to take on those kinds of opportunities in partnership with the artists and with, in this case, the Markets at Town Center,” Young said. The organization has recently experienced its fair share of challenges. In 2018, its former executive director abruptly resigned, its collaboration

manager left, and the community questioned the future of the entire operation. But every challenge offers new opportunities, and that’s exactly what Young looked forward to when she arrived in Jacksonville. In November of 2018, the Cultural Council’s search committee unanimously chose Young, then based in South Carolina, as its next leader. In the months leading up to February 2019, Young attended board meetings, began building relationships with staff members, and gained a greater understanding of the organization and its impact on the community. “That was one important step in paving the way to success, so that when I arrived, I arrived with some background information that I might not have had, had I not done that pre-work, if you will,” Young said. During her first four months at

the Cultural Council, Young focused on strengthening the organization’s relationship with the city. Her experience and connections allowed her to bring in new faces with national experience in project management and design. By the summer, Young was helping the Cultural Council turn its attention to a new project, LEAP, which highlighted Jacksonville’s art programs, projects, professionals and partnerships. “LEAP was scheduled to start with State of the Arts Creative Jacksonville. We were going to do public art tours on bikes, on buses and walking and then ending with our arts awards,” Young said. “Leap leapt. However, Hurricane Dorian got in the way of the true bounds I was hoping we would have made during those four days.” This event ended September 7, but the ideas woven into it are something Young says the Cultural Council will incorporate

as it continues to plan for 2020. Before coming to Jacksonville, Young served in leadership positions within the South Carolina Arts Commission for 14 years. During that time, she learned how various cities take care of their art communities. According to Young, Jacksonville does not have “the same level of corporate support for its local art agencies.” However, the 28 organizations that the Cultural Council serves experience a good bit of support from business communities and individuals. To be clear, the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville is not part of local government. It works with the City of Jacksonville as it relates to Art in Public Places and the Cultural Service Grant Program. “I would like to say that the City of Jacksonville has been an amazing partner to the Cultural Council and we are incredibly grateful to them. We are

incredibly grateful to all of the people who have supported me and who have supported the Cultural Council through its downs and now through its ups,” Young said. Those ups include a seven percent increase in the Cultural Service Grant Program budget for the 2019-2020 fiscal year. According to Young, the Cultural Council hasn’t experienced an increase in more than five years. Young and her team have used these last couple of months to plan for the new fiscal year, which began October 1. In the near future, locals can look forward to a new art installation in Cuba Hunter Park. Jaxoscope will be installed across from the Florida Theatre before the end of 2019. The Cultural Center also plans to collaborate with other organizations to create a more robust calendar so that residents and tourists alike are more aware

coming months and year.” Evidence of the Cultural Council’s efforts are sprinkled around Jacksonville through entrepreneurial workshops, financial support for teachers, the newly retiled fountain in front of the Yates Building, the Skyway murals and the utility box wraps, which celebrate the musical history of Jacksonville. “When you think about this city being the birthplace of the Negro National Anthem, ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing,’ we must honor our artist community. When you think of this place being home to hip hop artists 95 South, Quad City DJ’s, the 69 Boyz— these artists are known internationally, and they’re from Jacksonville,” Young said. “And the Cultural Council has really worked hard to make sure that not just Jacksonville knows but the world knows by utilizing public art to memorialize these artists.” According to Young, the arts and culture community in Jacksonville employs more than 1,400 people and is responsible for a return in economic value of more than 85 million dollars. The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville helps ensure individuals’ and

“Every arts organization produces a product that is consumable. We should think differently about who we’re targeting as our consumers, not just residents, but tourists and visitors” of and engaged in all that Jacksonville has to offer. “Every arts organization produces a product that is consumable. We should think differently about who we’re targeting as our consumers, not just residents, but tourists and visitors,” Young said, “and I think there is a lot of potential in creating avenues and venues where we are setting our community of artists and arts organizations up for being part of that cultural tourism industry. That’s a great opportunity and something for the Cultural Council to delve into in the

organizations’ success, but it can’t do it without continued community support by donating, being involved and visiting places such as the ART See and Shop, which is open until December 20. “I would want to urge the community to support arts and culture as audience members and to support arts and culture as producers themselves,” Young said. “You don’t have to be a professional to be an artist; you just have to create.” Subscribe to Folio Weekly’s Newsletter at folioweekly.com/newsletters December 11-17, 2019 | folioweekly.com | 15

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Suzanne Hudson-Smith directs a Tim Burton-inspired adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The production boasts an original score composed by sound designer Paul Galvan. 8 p.m. Thursday & Friday, Dec. 12 & 13; 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Players by the Sea, 106 Sixth St. N., Jacksonville Beach, playersbythesea.org, $25-$35.

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on their journey through this original holiday comedy show. 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, The EB SCROOGE: A SOUTHERN FRIED CAROL This Salem Centre, 7235 Bonneval Rd., Southside, adaption of Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol slrpresents.com, $20. takes place in modern-day Jacksonville. Bring a COMEDY ZONE Carnival Cruise’s “Entertainer canned good to vote for your favorite tree in the of the Year” Al Ernst performs several shows lobby. 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 2 & 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Dec. 11-14, $20-$122.50; Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Apex LOL Comedy Night with Spike Yoder 7:30 p.m. Theatre Studio, 5150 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 205, Tuesday, Dec. 17, $10, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Ponte Vedra Beach, apextheatrejax.com, $15. Hartley Rd., Southside, comedyzone.com. FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER The timeless holiday HOT POTATO COMEDY HOUR Chris Buck hosts ballet takes the stage with live music from the of Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. this Monday night staple with comedians from near and far 9:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, Rain 13; 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Times-Union Center, 300 Water St., Ste. 200, Dogs, 1045 Park St., Five Points, facebook.com/ JaxComedyCollective. Downtown, jaxsymphony.org, $21-$57. A CHRISTMAS CAROL BY THE SEA Players FILM by the Sea puts on a classic performance SUNRAY CINEMA Special showings include Elf designed, built and directed by four women, 8 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11; I’ll Never Forget You p.m. Thursday & Friday, Dec. 12 & 13; 2 & 8 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12; White Christmas 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15; Christmas Vacation 7 p.m. Players by the Sea, 106 Sixth St. N., Jacksonville Monday, Dec. 16, 1028 Park St., Five Points, 359Beach, playersbythesea.org, $25-$35. 0049, sunraycinema.com. CORAZON CINEMA & CAFÉ After Class continues CLASSICAL & JAZZ to show; The Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) noon HANDEL’S MESSIAH The Jacksonville Symphony Thursday, Dec. 12; Special screening of French and Chorus performs holiday classics 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 & 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Times- Film Miss Harriet & Hautot Pe’er et Fils noon, Union Center, Robert E. Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 Saturday, Dec. 14, 36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com. Water St., Downtown, jaxsymphony.org, $19-$81. THE CHRISTMASTIDE St. Augustine Community ART WALKS, MARKETS Chorus, with more than 100 singers of all ages, RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Bring your instruments holds its annual holiday performance 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, & 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, and singing voice for open mic day at this week’s market 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 715 Cathedral Basilica, 38 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine, Riverside Ave., riversideavondale.org, free. staugcc.ticketleap.com, $12-$30. ATLANTIC BEACH ARTS MARKET The Foxy ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS PARTY Jazz Zamor Sparrow’s vintage and designer clothes pop-up hosts this holiday party for thespians and shop 4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; Sterling Silver theatre friends 6:30-10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, Stacking Ring Tutorial 10a.m.-noon Saturday, Jazzy’s Restaurant and Lounge, 901 King St., Dec. 14, $60; Advanced Acrylic Pour Class Riverside, facebook.com/Jazzys-Restaurant-and4-6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, $55, Atlantic Beach Lounge-389937895072526, free. Arts Market, 1805 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, atlanticbeachartsmarket.com. BOOKS & POETRY BARDS & BREWS Keri Foster hosts this spoken MUSEUMS word event every second Wednesday. Participation BEACHES MUSEUM Neptune Beach: A Cool Place is open to the public. 9 p.m.-midnight, Wednesday, to Live runs through March 1. 381 Beach Blvd., Dec. 11, Silver Cow, 929 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Jacksonville Beach, beachesmuseum.org. Hill, facebook.com/silvercowjax, free. CUMMER MUSEUM of ARTS & GARDENS Louis FLORIDA WRITERS ASSOCIATION James Bruner Comfort Tiffany: Treasures from the Driehaus and Bruce Thomason discuss their experience and offer advice for getting published. 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, Collection runs through January 5; Innovation & Dec. 17, Story and Song Bookstore, 1430 Park Ave., Imagination: The Global Dialogue in Mid to Late 20th Century Art through December 31; Edmund Fernandina Beach, storyandsongbookstore.com. Greacen & World War I through December 15. 829 ST. AUGUSTINE SPEAKER SERIES Ann Browning Riverside Ave., Five Points, cummermuseum.org. Masters shares poetry from her book Floridanos, KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM The Menorcans, Cattle-Whip Crackers. Registration is Bible, an original manuscript exhibit of pages from required. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 75 the Gutenberg Bible and the first edition of the King King St., St. Augustine, lightnermuseum.org, free. James Bible, through December. 101 W. First St., POETRY OPEN MIC NIGHT Share your originals and hear from other artists 8-10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. Springfield, karpeles.weebly.com. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART 17, Rain Dogs, 1045 Park St., Five Points, meetup. JACKSONVILLE Of Many Ancestors runs through com/meetup-group-WkHgFlGz, free. December 28. Evan Roth’s Since You Were Born runs through June 23. 333 N. Laura St., Downtown, COMEDY mocajacksonville.unf.edu. CHRISTMAS AT HATTIE’S HOUSE Join Hattie MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY The Toy Maye, Big Chip, David Emanuel and Ozrick Cooley Train Collectors of Jacksonville bring Holiday Trains 16 | folioweekly.com | December 11-17, 2019

to the Learning Lab for the seventh year; Astronaut: Your Journey Begins on Earth runs through January 4; The Legacy of Lynching: Confronting Racial Terror in America runs through March 1; Timucuan Parks Foundation: Celebrate and Explore Our Wilderness Parks runs through May 31. 1025 Museum Cir., Southbank, themosh.org.

GALLERIES

ZORA BORA GALLERY Steve Anderson’s Going Out of Vision features the artist’s striking, photorealistic paintings of historic St. Augustine. Meet the artist and hear his beautiful journey 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Zora Bora Gallery, 28 Cuna St., St. Augustine, zora-bora-gallery.business.site, 417-0474. MAIN LIBRARY POP: Perceptions of Poverty features seven artists and several modes and mediums, highlighting poverty and tackling stereotypes. The exhibit runs through January 19. Main Library, 303 Laura St. N., Downtown, jaxpubliclibrary.org, free. THE ART CENTER COOPERATIVE Rotating work by members, which include Marsha Hatcher, Annelies M. Dykgraaf and Michael Cenci. Regency Square Mall, 9501 Arlington Expressway, Ste. 430, tacjacksonville.org. CRISP-ELLERT ART MUSEUM Celebrate the work of graduating Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Art students during this biannual exhibition 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, Flagler College, 48 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, flagler.edu/crispellert, free. THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH Ellen Diamond’s Chasing Color: A 50 Year Retrospective runs through January 11. 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, ccpvb.org. CUTTER & CUTTER FINE ART GALLERIES 25 King St., St. Augustine, cutterandcutter.com. GRAY 1908 Jenna Alexander’s The Flower Map of the United States on display. 73 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, jenna-alexander.com. SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY A Marriage of the Imagined and the Observed: A Husband & Wife Exhibition on display through December 20, 1 Independent Dr., Ste. 113, Downtown, southlight.com. SPACE 42 Opening reception and pop-up shop for Mark George’s Pout 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2670 Phyllis St., Riverside, spacefortytwo.com, free. ART SEE & SHOP The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s pop-up gallery displays the work of local artists of many mediums and styles through December 20. 4870-5 Big Island Dr., Southside, facebook.com/artseeandshop, free. THRASHER-HORNE CENTER Off the Beaten Path, an exhibit showcasing five local artists, runs through February 15. 283 College Dr., Orange Park, thcenter.org. BEACHES GO GREEN OCTOPUS GARDEN The massive art structure made from single-use plastic on display through January 2, Seawalk Pavilion, 75 First St. N., Jax Beach, facebook.com/ BeachesGoGreen.

EVENTS

SEA RAILS TO TRAILS FESTIVAL Enjoy a bike ride at 9 a.m. and return to a festival of art, film,

ARTS + EVENTS food, music and dance. Noon Saturday, Dec. 14, Armstrong Park, 4950 Harvey Ave., St. Augustine, oldcity.com/events/rails-to-trails-festival-2019. COMMUNITY CANDLELIGHT READING Nancy and David O’Byrne will read from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and discuss how these rights are essential to achieve U.N.’s Sustainable Development goals for 2030, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, The United Church, 5880 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 770-7126, free. DISCOVERY MARSH WALK Take a hike and explore the plant and animal life along the trails of the marsh. Meet by the watersports parking lot. 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, floridastateparks.org, free with park admission. MEET & GREASE FILM & SING ALONG Join Sandy & Danny and sing along to the classic film on the big screen once again. Enjoy a Q&A with John Travolta & Olivia Newton John following the film. VIP Meet and Greet tickets available. 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Daily’s Place, 1 Daily’s Place, Downtown, ticketmaster.com, $59-$125. KEG & COIN’S SECOND ANNIVERSARY Celebrate two years of one of Riverside’s favorite bars with a DJ, free games, and food trucks 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Keg and Coin, 1269 King St., Riverside, kegandcoinjax.com, free. FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 5K Support the Children’s Miracle Network running beneath the festive light display 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, San Marco Square, 1974 San Marco Blvd., register at 1stplacesports.com, $15-$40. WILD LIGHTS WITH THE WILD THINGS An ugly holiday sweater party at the zoo, complete with hors d’oervres and a drawing. Must be older than 21. 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy., Northside, jacksonvillezoo.org, $25 for members, $35 for non-members. FULL MOON PADDLE Enjoy a relaxing evening on the water under the light of the full moon 5-6:30 Thursday, Dec. 12, Anastasia Watersports, 850 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, facebook.com/ AnastasiaWatersport, $20-$35. LET’S TALK TURTLE Take a morning walk along the coast and learn about sea turtles, hatchings, and how to spot nests 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, facebook.com/anastasiastatepark, free with park admission.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

LUMINARIA AT MEMORIAL PARK Train rides, free snacks, and holiday music by the West

Riverside Elementary Chorus & Violin ensemble 3-6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, Memorial Park, 1620 Riverside Ave., Riverside, memparkjax.org, free. HOLIDAYS IN HEMMING A festive gathering of art vendors, food trucks, live music and dance performances 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Hemming Park, 135 W. Monroe St., Downtown, facebook.com/hemmingpark, free. DICKENS ON CENTRE FESTIVAL This historical Victorian style festival inspired by A Christmas Carol hosts costumed characters, themed entertainment and performances, and a holiday shop of vendors. 5-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Fernandina Beach, Centre Street, Fernandina Beach, ameliaisland.com, free. DICKENS AFTER DARK After family activities, parents and friends can relax with a live performance from Scrooge where he spills all your secrets, anonymously of course, while you enjoy cocktails and a cash bar. 5-9 p.m. Friday & Saturday, Dec. 13 & 15, Florida House Inn, 22 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 904tix.com, $75. WHITEY’S 17TH ANNUAL LIGHT BOAT PARADE This community holiday staple takes to the water for another year with cash prizes and a silent auction whose proceeds benefit the Safe Animal Shelter, 6:30-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Whitey’s Fish Camp, 2032 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, facebook.com/whiteysfishcamp, free. 25TH ANNUAL TUBACHRISTMAS All tuba, sousaphone, baritone and euphonium players are invited. Registration at 9:30 a.m., rehearsal at 10 a.m., performance at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Seawalk Pavilion, 75 First St. N., Jax Beach, tubachristmas.com, $10. THE CHRISTMAS BAR CRAWL Take advantage of drink specials throughout the evening, enjoy a festive after party and compete in the costume contest for a chance to win $500. 4 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Dec. 14, check-in at Sneakers Sports Grille, 111 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, crawlwith.us, $20. UGLY SWEATER BAR CRAWL Crawl your way through 12 beach bars and restaurants with friends 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, checkin at The Ritz, 185 Third Ave. N., Jax Beach, eventbrite.com, $10-$25. ADULT HOLIDAY PAINTING PARTY Choose a Sea Turtle or Frog statue to paint as a gift for yourself, or someone else, and enjoy a glass of wine while you’re at it! 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, Mandarin Historic Store & Post Office, 12471 Mandarin Rd., Mandarin, mandarinmuseum. net/events/frog-painting, RSVP with mandarinmuseum@bellsouth.net, $20-$22.

Known for her photography and paintings, Jacksonville-based artist TIFFANY MANNING shows off her whimsical side. THE STORIES WITHIN is the fruit of Manning’s colorful collaboration with her daughter. The vibrant canvases tell a story. Through January 23, Heather Moore Community Gallery, 207 N. Laura St., Ste. 300, Downtown, capkids.org, free. December 11-17, 2019 | folioweekly.com | 17

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LIVE MUSIC VENUES

AMELIA ISLAND, FERNANDINA

SALTY PELICAN, 12 N. Front St. Kevin Ski Dec. 13. Jayron Weaver, Hailey Fletcher Dec. 14. Amy Vickery Dec. 15. Justin Spivey Dec. 17 SJ BREWING COMPANY, 463646 S.R. 200, Yulee Hupp & Ray Dec. 14 THE SURF, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. The Macy’s Dec. 11. Tad Jennings Dec. 13. Sam McDonald Dec. 14 STORY AND SONG BOOKSTORE, 1430 Park Ave. Fiddlin’ Around Dec. 14 & 15

THE BEACHES (All venues in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted)

BLUE JAY LISTENING ROOM, 2457B S. Third St. Mike Cooley Dec. 12. Raisin Cake Orchestra Dec. 13. Dylan LeBlanc Dec. 14. The Currys Dec. 15. Blue Jay Jazz Jam Dec. 17 COOP 303, 303 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach Sam Sanders Dec. 13. DiCarlo Thompson Dec. 14 FLYING IGUANA, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach J Crew Band Dec. 13 & 14 GUSTO, 1266 Beach Blvd. The Groove Dec. 11. The Pinedas Dec. 13 & 14. Mandalla, Caribe Groove Dec. 14

DOWNTOWN

1904 MUSIC HALL, 19 Ocean St. N. The Heavy Pets, Roosevelt Collier Band Dec. 12. Friday, Life Has Killed Me: Ordinary Boys, Echo Daze Dec. 13. Chuck Magid, Oxford Noland, Custard Pie, Them Vagabonds Dec. 14 THE JUSTICE PUB, 315 E. Bay St., Ste. 101 Gordo, Miguel Alvarez, Papi Disco, R.E.D., Reflections Dec. 13 MYTH NIGHTCLUB, 333 E. Bay St. Sullivan King: Dec. 11. DJ Q-45, DJ Shotgun Dec. 13. Losing It, Harry Chodorow, Loose Leaf, Killoala, Valhalla, All Star B2B Dec. 14 VYSTAR VETERANS ARENA, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd. Trans-Siberian Orchestra Dec. 12 FLORIDA THEATRE, 128 E. Forsyth St., Ste. 300 LeAnn Rimes Dec. 15

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BOONDOCKS, 2808 Henley Rd. Mark Johns Dec. 12. Scott Elley, Nevidon Dec. 13. Aaron Stevens, 18 | folioweekly.com | December 11-17, 2019

Dixie Hwy Dec. 14 DEE’S MUSIC BAR & GRILL, 2141 Lach Rane Blvd. Live Music every Thur. WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220 Love Monkey Dec. 13 & 14

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JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE, 13170 Atlantic Blvd. Double Down Dec. 13 MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM, 3105 Beach Blvd. Nikki Talley, Jason Sharpe Dec. 13. Tom Mason & The Blue Buccaneers Dec. 14

MANDARIN

ENZA’S, 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 109 Carl Grant every Thur., Fri. & Sat. Brian Iannucci every Sun., Tue. & Wed. IGGY’S, 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101 Eric Alabiso Dec. 12. Roger That Dec. 13. The Good Wood Band Dec. 14. Ramona The Duo Dec. 15

PONTE VEDRA

PONTE VEDRA CONCERT HALL, 1050 A1A N. Colter Wall, Wade Sapp Dec. 12

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NIGHTHAWKS, 2952 Roosevelt Blvd. DRI, Wartorn, Corrupted Saint, Plasma, Scum Dec. 11. Akumu III Dec. 12. Upon a Burning Body, Cane Hill Dec. 13 RAIN DOGS, 1045 Park St. Sound Affects Dec. 16 RIVER & POST, 1000 Riverside Ave. Eric Charlton Dec. 13

ST. AUGUSTINE

ARNOLD’S, 3912 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd. Live Music every Fri. & Sat. CAFÉ ELEVEN, 501 A1A Beach Blvd. Michael Glabicki, Dirk Miller Dec. 12. Cas Haley Dec. 13 PROHIBITION KITCHEN, 119 St. George St. Zac Chester Jazz Trio Dec. 11. Ramona Duo, Caribe Groove Dec. 12. The Mix & Lu Rubino, SouLo Lyon & Family Dec. 13. Johnny Cash Tribute, BriteSide Dec. 14. Willow Wacks Dec. 16. Colton McKenna Dec. 17 DOG ROSE BREWING, 77 Bridge St. Side Hustle, The Reality, Stephen Pigman Dec. 13. Gypsy & Me, Matt Fowler Dec. 14 SARBEZ, 115 Anastasia Blvd. Claire Vandiver,

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CONCERTS Paco Lipps, Chemtrails Dec. 12. El Dub Dec. 14 DEAdBUGGS, Minimum Rage, 86hope, Canadian Lunch Money Dec. 16 SHANGHAI NOBBY’S, 10 Anastasia Blvd. Apes of the State, AC Deathstrike, Half My Home, Teresa Rose Dec. 13. Gran Leon Records: Unwrapped Tour Dec. 15 ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION, 22 Marine St. Sam Pacetti & Gabe Valla Dec. 14

GRACE POTTER Jan. 15, The Florida Theatre THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS: BILL MEDLEY & BUCKY HEARD Jan. 16, The Florida Theatre RISING APPALACHIA Jan. 16, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall JOE MULLINS & THE RADIO RAMBLERS Jan. 17, Mudville Music Room QUEENSRŸCHE, JOHN 5, EVE TO ADAM Jan. 19, The Florida Theatre ROBERT CRAY Jan. 19, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG: THE JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave. Charlie ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE Jan. 19, Thrasher-Horne Farley Dec. 12. Days Gone By, Blood Bath & Beyond, Center Higher Ground, The Fallen Sons, Legions Blind, GAELIC STORM Jan. 21, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Insalubrious Misanthropes Dec. 13 SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS, THE VALLEY GHOULS Jan. 23, 1904 Music Hall SOUTHSIDE, BAYMEADOWS RUMOURS: FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE Jan. 24, WHISKEY JAX, 10915 Baymeadows Rd. Cassidy Times-Union Center Lee Dec. 11. Bald Eagles Dec. 12. North of 40 Dec. VERLON THOMPSON & JIM LAUDERDALE Jan. 24, 13. Boogie Freaks Dec. 14 Mudville Music Room TODD SNIDER Jan. 25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE LUCINDA WILLIAMS & HER BAND BUICK 6 Jan. PALMS FISH CAMP, 6359 Heckscher Dr. The Last 26, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Resort Dec. 11. Taylor Shami Dec. 12. Billy Bowers BLACK FLAG, THE LINECUTTERS Jan. 26, 1904 Dec. 13. Kelli & Ken, Atlantic Alabi Dec. 14. Eric Music Hall Alabiso, Lisa & the Mad Hatters Dec. 15 CITIZEN COPE Jan. 27, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE TAJ MAHAL QUARTET Jan. 29, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PCOMING ONCERTS RODNEY CROWELL Jan. 30, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall HORTON’S HOLIDAY HAYRIDE Dec. 20, Ponte THE GLORIOUS SONS, DES ROCS Jan. 31, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE ISLEY BROTHERS 60TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Vedra Concert Hall SIDELINE Feb. 8, Mudville Music Room Dec. 22, Times-Union Center THE MELODY TRUCKS BAND, BONNIE BLUE, THE WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY Feb. 15, The Amp FIREWATER TENT REVIVAL Dec. 26, 1904 Music Hall JOHN FOGERTY Feb. 23, The Amp ANTHONY HAMILTON Dec. 28, VyStar Veterans Arena DIANA ROSS Mar. 4, Times-Union Center BLACKBERRY SMOKE Dec. 30, The Florida Theatre RICHARD SMITH Mar. 5, Mudville Music Room FRED EAGLESMITH & TIF GINN Mar. 12. Mudville JJ GREY & MOFRO Dec. 31, The Florida Theatre Music Room DONNA THE BUFFALO Jan. 4, Ponte Vedra JOSH GROBAN Mar. 13, Times-Union Center Concert Hall ELVIS BIRTHDAY BASH Jan. 8, The Florida Theatre JASON ISBELL, THE 400 UNIT, OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW Mar. 27, The Amp CELINE DION Jan. 8, VyStar Veterans Arena MALCOLM HOLCOMBE Jan. 9, Mudville Music Room VANILLA ICE, SIR MIX-A-LOT Apr. 7, Clay County Fair

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FOLIO PETS

LOCAL PET EVENTS & ADOPTABLES PHOTOS WITH SANTA Old Saint Nick holds court throughout the weekend, posing for digital photos with your best friends. 1-4 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 14 & 15, Petco, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Jacksonville Beach, petco.com/photoswithsanta, $9.95 donation.

DIY DOGGIE TREATS

CHEF DAVI GETS CREATIVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

EVERYONE HAS HIS OR HER FAVORITE holiday tradition. In my humble opinion, Hanukkah means two things: latkes and donuts. I’ll admit to enjoying a crunchy sweet potato latke (or two), especially with a slathering of applesauce. Many of us hold tight to our family’s holiday traditions, especially when it comes to food. But beware! Most human holiday goodies can be harmful to pets. If you want a batch of healthy and dog-friendly treats, you might have to make it yourself. I’ve scoured the interwebs in search of the most nutritious and easy-to-create canine delicacies out there. Here’s the lowdown.

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. 2. Mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves together. In a separate bowl, combine the molasses, water, and oil. 3. Pour the molasses mix into the flour and stir until well combined. 4. Roll out the dough until it’s about 1/2 inch thick. 5. Cut the dough into holiday or dogrelated shapes. 6. Put the cutout dough on the cookie sheet. 7. Let them bake 20 minutes, cool and serve!

APPLE CARROT COOKIES

PEANUT BUTTER & BANANA BALL TREATS

INGREDIENTS 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup grated carrots 1 egg 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Mix ingredients together until dough forms. 3. Roll dough into small balls and place them on a cookie tray. Gently press down until the biscuits are about 1/4 inch thick. 4. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. 5. Let cool before serving.

FROZEN MINI DOG TREATS INGREDIENTS 5 ounces plain nonfat yogurt 1/4 cup fresh mint 1/4 cup honey DIRECTIONS 1. Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend thoroughly. 2. Using an ice cube tray, fill each slot about 3/4 full with the mixture. 3. Place in the freezer for 2 hours or until frozen all the way through. 4. Give to your dog for fresh breath and a great treat that also aids digestion.

GINGERBREAD DOG COOKIES

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INGREDIENTS 3 cups whole wheat flour 1 1/2 Tbsp. ground ginger 3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1/2 cup molasses 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup canola oil

INGREDIENTS 1 ripe banana 3 tsp. peanut butter 1 1/2 cups of oats DIRECTIONS 1. Thoroughly mix the banana and peanut butter in a mixing bowl. 2. Take one teaspoon and make a ball. 3. Roll the ball in the oat for a delicious coating.

ADOPTABLES

RANDI

Snuggly, laid-back, polite pup seeks loving human companion for late-night cuddles, walks on the beach, and cozy spaghetti dinners (don’t worry, I’ll let you have the last meatball). If you think we sound like a match, stop by 8464 Beach Blvd. and find me in my suite! JHS is open 7 days a week. MAYPORT CATS MONTHLY ADOPTION EVENT Mayport Cats hosts its monthly, second-Saturday adoption event. Get a sneak peek of this month’s adoptables at mayportcats.com. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, EarthWise Pet, 3846 Third St. S., Jax Beach, unleashjax.com/events.

ADOPTABLES

FAITH

DOGGY EGGNOG INGREDIENTS 1/2 small banana 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup of coconut milk Pinch of cinnamon DIRECTIONS 1. Place all ingredients in your food processor or blender and mix until smooth and creamy. 2. Serve immediately! Many human eggnog recipes use grated nutmeg. NEVER give your dog nutmeg. Nutmeg is toxic to dogs and high levels can be fatal. Remember to keep your spices and foods that contain nutmeg well out of your pup’s reach. Winter holidays are a great time of year to try your hand at homemade dog treats. These sweet treats are perfect when you need a pinch of holiday spirit and a sprinkle of festive fun! Davi the Dachshund mail@folioweekly.com Subscribe to Folio Weekly Magazine’s Pets Newsletter at folioweekly.com/newsletters

Like the song says, you gotta have Faith Faith Faith! I’m a curious, affectionate kitty who loves curling up inside boxes, playing with mice toys, and soaking up attention from people of all ages. I also like giving head butts! Come and meet me at JHS or learn more at www.jaxhumane.org.

KIDS NIGHT IN: WINTER PAW-JAMA JAM Parents can enjoy a night out while their kids enjoy a night in with Jacksonville Humane Society’s furry friends. 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, JHS Adoption & Education Center, 8464 Beach Blvd., Southside, jaxhumane.org, $40. SAVE THEM ALL The Jax Humane Society and City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services join forces for this free adoption extravaganza. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, Regency Square Mall, 9501 Regency Square Blvd., Arlington, coj.net/pets.

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NEWS OF THE WEIRD UNCLEAR ON THE CONCEPT Kentarias Gowans, 20, of Flowery Branch, Georgia, came up with a novel way of celebrating Thanksgiving. He was scheduled to work at the Steak ‘n Shake in Oakwood that day, but called in “intoxicated” and said he wouldn’t be in. But around 10 p.m. that evening, Gowans arrived at the restaurant with a handgun, which he held to another employee’s head while demanding money, the Gainesville Times reported. Multiple employees and customers called 911, and police arrived to see Gowans exiting the restaurant with his gun. He briefly raised the weapon, officers reported, but then dropped it, and he was taken into custody after a brief struggle. NOT SANTA As Stephanie Leguia of Milton, Massachusetts, and her neighbor, Wenhan Huang, chatted in Huang’s yard on Dec. 1, an unusual object slammed to the ground just feet from where they stood. Their backs were turned when what looked like a “giant silver tarp” crashed down, reported the Boston Herald. On its way, it lopped off four tree branches: “If it had hit us, we would have been dead,” Leguia said. Turns out the object was an uninflated silver evacuation slide from a Delta flight arriving in Boston from Paris. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that the pilot had heard a loud noise as the Boeing airliner approached Logan International Airport, but the flight landed without incident. Delta and the FAA are investigating. LEAST COMPETENT CRIMINALS Callie Elizabeth Carswell of Morganton, North Carolina, and her fiancé, Clarence Moore III, allegedly staged an elaborate crime, all in the name of love, just before Thanksgiving. Around 10 p.m. on Nov. 25, while Carswell worked at the Big Daddy convenience store, Moore entered the store carrying an ornamental sword and wearing a hat and bandanna to disguise his identity. He “demanded” money from Carswell, leaving with $2,960, the Morganton Department of Public Safety told The News Herald. When the “robber” left the store, she called 911. Police went on to work the case overnight, while Carswell and Moore made an early morning stop at Walmart to buy a ring and get engaged on the spot, documenting the big event on Facebook. But details of Carswell’s story didn’t add up, and investigators found evidence in her car and at their home that led them to arrest the couple. Moore confessed to the crime, but Carswell shouted at reporters as she entered the courthouse: “I will assault you! I didn’t do it. ... Watch the [expletive] video and you’ll see that I was [expletive] terrified. I wasn’t involved.” The couple were charged with armed robbery, misuse of 911 and filing a false police report.

FINE POINTS OF THE LAW After a decade of wrangling through the court system, Bela Kosoian has been awarded $20,000 (Canadian) by the Supreme Court of Canada. It all started in the Laval, Quebec, Montmorency Metro station in 2009, when Kosoian was riding an escalator while looking through her purse and, pointedly, not holding the handrail. According to CBC News, a police officer told her to respect a sign asking riders to hold the rail, but Kosoian declined and then would not identify herself to the officer, who slapped her with two tickets: one for disobeying the sign and another for obstructing the work of an inspector. Kosoian sued, and the highest court agreed with her, saying: “A reasonable police officer should have known that people didn’t have to hold the handrails.” They called the sign a “warning” and not a law. “I knew that I didn’t do anything wrong,” Kosoian said. “It was the principle of it.” QUESTIONABLE JUDGMENT In The Hague, Netherlands, management at supermarket chain Albert Heijn is walking back a request that employees send in a photo of themselves in their underwear, in order to work out sizes for new uniforms. Workers were asked to use an “innovative mobile app” to submit the photos, AFP reported, but the company backed down after the complaints started rolling in. “The manager told us that if we don’t do it, we can’t be in the store anymore because we don’t have the right corporate clothing,” said one 17-year-old employee who works at the Nijmegen branch. But Albert Heijn said participating was voluntary and “although ... pictures were not visible to management, this should never have happened. We apologize to all involved.” THE CONTINUING CRISIS Veronica AlvarezRodriguez stopped at a Valparaiso, Florida, Goodwill store on Dec. 1 to pick up a gift for a baby shower she and her husband were attending. She was excited to find a Baby Einstein bouncer seat for just $9.99—unopened and appearing to be new, The Palm Beach Post reported. Later, at the shower in Crestview, the father-to-be opened the box and found ... a Mossberg 715T semi-automatic rifle. “You guys got me a gun!” he shouted excitedly. The gun had live ammo loaded in it, so the Crestview Police Department was summoned. Initially, officers let the future dad keep the weapon, but later asked to hold it as they investigated the incident. “Goodwill has the best treasures for $9.99,” Alvarez-Rodriguez gushed. weirdnewstips@amuniversal.com

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Nobody knows really what they’re doing,” says comedian Conan O’Brien. “And there are two ways to go with that information,” he continues. “One is to be afraid, and the other is to be liberated, and I choose to be liberated by it.” Be inspired by O’Brien’s example in the coming weeks. Shed your worries, and you’ll trigger an influx of genius. Declaring your relaxed independence from the temptation to be a know-itall will bless you with expansive new perspectives and freedom to move. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Creativity expert Roger von Oech tells us, “Everyone has a ‘risk muscle.’ You keep it in shape by trying new things. If you don’t, it atrophies. Make a point of using it at least once a day.” The coming weeks will be an excellent time to whip your risk muscle into better shape. Start with small, modest risks, and gradually work your way up to bigger and braver ones. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Many people engage in laughably feeble attempts to appear witty by being cynical—as if by exuding sardonic irony and sneering pessimism they could prove their mettle as brilliant observers of modern culture. I bring this to your attention in the hope of coaxing you to avoid indulging in gratuitous pessimism during the coming weeks. For the sake of your good health, it’s important for you to be as openminded and generous-spirited as possible. And besides that, pessimism will be unwarranted. CANCER (June 21-July 22): “You can shop online and find whatever you’re looking for,” writes pundit Paul Krugman, “but bookstores are where you find what you weren’t looking for.” That’s a good principle to apply in every area of your life. It’s always smart to know exactly what you need and want, but sometimes— like now—it’s important that you put yourself in position to encounter what you need and want but don’t realize that you need and want. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Bachianas Brasileiras is a nine-part piece of music that blends Brazilian folk music with the compositional style of Johann Sebastian Bach. The poet Anne Sexton relied on it, letting it re-play ceaselessly during her long writing sessions. My painter friend Robin sometimes follows a similar method with Leonard Cohen’s album, Ten New Songs, allowing it to cycle for hours as she works on her latest masterpiece. I invite you to select a new theme song or collection of theme songs to inspire your intense efforts in behalf of your labors of love in the coming weeks. It’s a favorable time to explore the generative power of joyous, lyrical obsession. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “I’ve spent my life butting my head against other people’s lack of imagination,” mourned musician Nick Cave. I suspect you will be endowed with an extra fertile imagination in the coming weeks, and I would hate for you to waste time and energy trying to make full use of it in the presence of influences that would resist and discourage you. Therefore, I’ll cheer you on as you seek out people and situations that enhance your freedom to express your imagination in its expansive glory. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):A scholar counted up how often the Bible delivers the command “Fear not!” and “Don’t be afraid!” and similar advice. The

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number was 145. I don’t think that approach to regulating behavior works very well. I prefer author Elizabeth Gilbert’s strategy. She writes, “I don’t try to kill off my fear. I make all that space for it. Heaps of space. I allow my fear to live and breathe and stretch out its legs comfortably. It seems to me the less I fight my fear, the less it fights back.” SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Isaac Newton was one of history’s most influential scientists and a key contributor to physics, astronomy, mathematics and optics. His mastery of the nuances of human relationships was less developed, however. He had one close friendship with a Swiss mathematician, though he broke it off abruptly after four years. He even refused to even meet the brilliant French philosopher Voltaire. I trust you won’t do anything like that in the coming weeks. In fact, I urge you to be extra receptive to making new acquaintances, accepting invitations, and expanding your circle of influence. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): How did humans figure out that a luxurious fabric could be made from the cocoons of insect larvae? Ancient Chinese sage Confucius told the following story. One day in 2460 B.C., 14-year-old Chinese princess Xi Ling Shi was sitting under a mulberry tree sipping tea. A silk worm’s cocoon fell off a branch and landed in her drink. She was curious, not bothered. She unrolled the delicate structure and got the idea of using the threads to weave a fabric. The rest is history. I foresee a silk-worm’s-cocoon-falling-in-your-cupof-tea type of event in your future. Be alert for it. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):“It is the soul’s duty to be loyal to its own desires,” wrote author Rebecca West. “It must abandon itself to its master passion.” That’s a high standard to live up to! But then you have the potential to do just that: become the champion of devoting practical commitment to righteous causes. How are you doing in your work to embody the ideal that Rebecca West articulated? Is your soul loyal to its deepest desires? Has it abandoned itself to its master passion? Take inventory—and make any corrections, if necessary. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I would never try to talk you into downplaying or denying your suffering. I would never try to convince you that the pain you have experienced is mild or tolerable or eminently manageable. But in the coming months, I will ask you to consider the possibility that you have the power—perhaps more than you realize— to diminish your primal aches and angst. Dream of healing yourself in ways that you have previously imagined to be impossible. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “You owe it to us all to get on with what you’re good at,” wrote poet W. H. Auden. In other words, you have a responsibility to develop your potential and figure out how to offer your best gifts. It’s not just a selfish act for you to fulfill your promise; it’s a generous act of service to your fellow humans. According to my analysis, you should be right in the middle of raising your efforts to a higher octave; you should be discovering the key to activating the next phase of your success— which also happens to be the next phase of your ability to bestow blessings on others. Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

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BUCK WASHINGTON, “SAVE THE ROACH FOR ME” (1944): With a name like Buck Washington, you just know this man delivers the goods—literally. He is not to be confused with Buck Johnson, who has done a ton of songs for Disney teen movies, but you’re free to pretend if you want to. Actually, given the horseplay and tomfoolery that many child stars have been known to get into, it’s probably not that far-fetched to imagine aging Mouseketeers lounging with some elderly bluesman, extoling the virtues of second-hand smoke. Stranger things have happened (in some cases, recently). LED ZEPPELIN, “GOING TO CALIFORNIA” (1971): You could write a whole column (indeed, a whole book) about this band’s unique contributions to drug culture, but much of the material could not be printed in a family publication like Folio Weekly. “Spent my days with a woman unkind / Smoked my stuff and drank all my wine” is one of the great rhyming couplets of the era, in a song that’s kind of a gentle breeze amidst the hurricane-force sonic attack of Zeppelin’s infamous fourth album. Surely thousands of joints have been rolled on the album cover, followed by increasingly unhinged speculation about what it all means, man. As it turned out, California did become a home away from home for the band, but it was in Seattle where the real debauchery occurred. No comment on that. BLACK SABBATH, “SWEET LEAF” (1971): Stop. Right now. Put this paper down, and boot up your computers. Go to YouTube and

watch Black Sabbath’s gig at the Olympia Theatre in Paris, recorded on Dec. 20, 1970. I simply cannot express my love for this performance without using lewd emojis. Witness one of the most important bands of all-time at their absolute peak. The British rock scene was all about the heavy blues in those days, and arguably no one—not even the mighty Zep—got quite as heavy as Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward. The coal dust of Birmingham is sediment in the grooves in the vinyl. The first and best song on Master of Reality, “Sweet Leaf,” is an oddly beautiful love song to cannabis, written at a time when that (and whiskey) were Ozzy’s only real vices. All of that would change, quickly, and the rest is history, but my gosh, what a run they had! MAKAHA SONS OF NI’IHAU, “PAKALOLO” (1978): This band dominated the Hawaiian music scene in the 1970s and ‘80s. The ensemble is best-known as the original band of Israel “Bruddah Iz” Kamakawiwo’ole (1959-1997), whose iconic version of “Over the Rainbow” is guaranteed emotion-bait, on par with the Jeff Buckley version of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” The title is Hawaiian slang for marijuana, and the song would have been familiar to future president Barack Obama, who spent much of his early life there. He was a high school junior at the time of the tune’s release. His high school crew was called the Choom Gang, which is also slang for marijuana. In fact, next time you’re lined up for one of his book signings (which will never, ever stop) just chant “pakalolo” at him. That wry, knowing smirk he gives you right before you’re forcibly removed from the room will be a truly priceless memory, guaranteed. Shelton Hull mail@folioweekly.com Subscribe to the Folio Weed Newsletter at folioweekly.com/newsletters

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