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THIS WEEK // 1.31.18-2.6.18 // VOL. 30 ISSUE 44 COVER STORY

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RICHARD BRETZ: Powerlifting is a Personal Thing

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Miss Plus America 2017 RACHEL DANESE: Beauty is not Flawless nor Singular story by DIMA VITANOVA WILLIAMS photos by MADISON GROSS

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WINNING IS EVERYTHING

BY A.G. GANCARSKI How to get over with JACKSONVILLE VOTERS

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BY JOSH HODGES Local group to compete in national event as POLE SPORTS rise in relevance and esteem

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THE MAIL POWERLESS ON THE NORTHSIDE

ON LAST THURSDAY, I SPOKE WITH SINGLE MOTHER who woke up to frigid temperatures, a cold teenager who needed to get ready for school and a crying baby.

Power on the Northside of Jacksonville was out, yet again, for the second time this year. After seeing her utility bill spike, and almost doubling due to near record temperatures, she was faced with what many in a nearby neighborhood welcomed in on New Year’s Day. No power, no heat and freezing temperatures.

This is unacceptable for a utility company to consistently suffer from equipment malfunction, especially in the cold of winter.

Now JEA is considering offering discounted rates to new commercial customers making their way to our city, yet residents are seeing their rates increase without consideration of price breaks.

While JEA mulls over whether to place the remaining powerlines underground, doubling our rates for good. Meanwhile, we residents may be facing even higher costs due to the Plant Vogtle debacle, the nuclear plant that’s behind schedule with construction costs over budget by millions.

JEA has now been offering tips on how to save money on our utility bill and budget for these intense temperatures. If we are expected to pay our bills in full and on time, we expect JEA to provide residents with quality services and be better fiscal stewards themselves. Especially when we need it the most.

Angie Nixon via email

YOU MEAN INFOWARS ISN’T RELIABLE?!

RE.: “GateHouse Slaughterhouse,” by A.G. Gancarski, Jan. 24 A.G.’S STORY CONFIRMS MY FEAR ABOUT THE FUTURE of real journalism locally and nationally. In my office of 30 or so reasonably educated adults, I am the only one

who reads the newspaper. God only knows where they get their information. Democracy is not easy and it requires an informed electorate. Look what you get for a president when you rely on infotainment for news.

Dan Dupre via email

FROM JOURNO TO PLACEHOLDER FOR ROBOTS

RE.: “GateHouse Slaughterhouse,” by A.G. Gancarski, Jan. 24 STEINMART AND SOUTHEAST GROCERS POTENTIALLY headed to bankruptcy. The Jacksonville economy is heading down, not up. There aren’t any employers for these displaced workers. Welcome to Amazon warehouse employment.

Ray Roberts via Twitter

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RE.: “No Right Whales About It,” by Claire Goforth, Jan. 10 I HOPE TRUMP DOES GET HIS WAY ON OFFSHORE drilling. China and Cuba are currently getting the economic benefits from drilling. I notice Folio Weekly has not once complained about this. Cuba and China could cause an oil spill that could harm Florida. Funny, liberals don’t have a problem when communists are doing the drilling. Liberals are opposed to everything.

The No. 1 source of renewable energy is Hydro. You just did a cover story on Ron Littlepage. A man who is opposed to hydropower. You didn’t bring that up in your interview. Folio Weekly also has a history of being opposed to providing bus shelters to the poor.

Why? Because stuck-up liberals do not want to see advertisements on bus shelters. The same liberals have no problem with poor people standing in the rain.

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BRICKBATS + BOUQUETS BRICKBATS TO ARLINGTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL On Jan. 26, parents of students attending Arlington Country Day School got an unexpected surprise: The school was closing, pretty much that exact minute. Some weren’t informed it had closed until the following day in an email, according to multiple media reports. So now a few hundred kids and their parents are scrambling to find an alternative and get their money back from the private school that cost 6-7 thousands dollars per year in tuition.

BOUQUETS TO FRIENDS OF BRENTWOOD LIBRARY “Be the change you want to see in the world,” can be easier said than done. Not for Friends of Brentwood Library, who the City of Jacksonville said on Twitter had recently raised funds to give 100 local kids gift bags that included a book, ball and blanket. The charitable act was a local endeavor to ‘lift’ the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. BRICKBATS TO MISERY GROUPIES On Jan. 29, as folks waited for Corrine Brown to report to prison to begin serving her 5-year sentence associated with her actions involving the sham charity, One Door for Education, social media was littered with celebrations of her fate. Folks, it’s one thing to view incarceration as the proper punishment for the disgraced former Congresswoman; another to take pleasure in it. This goes for media too.

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FROM THE EDITOR watch porn, use condoms and terminate THE OPPONENTS OF CHOICE NEVER GET TIRED OF pregnancies. Instead, we’d merely be protected trying to enforce their will on the rest of us, from disclosure of our information by do they? Just last week, they reared their ugly the government. Subsequently, legislation heads in Northeast Florida. like parental consent For several years, Ponte requirements for minors Vedra High School has held a seeking abortions, or waiting charitable beauty pageant for periods to get abortions, or boys called Mr. FINtastic. The those laws that make women fairest of all gets to choose a look at pictures of the blob charity to receive the funds; of cells in their uterus before this year’s winner chose getting an abortion, could all Planned Parenthood. be coming soon to a vagina Cue the villagers with pitchforks sharpened near you. with self-righteousness, Advocates for choice otherwise known as a small immediately cried foul after group of outraged parents this was proposed. They with overinflated senses of were likely on notice that authority and bank accounts something like this might be to match. coming, as the CRC member First, their argument was bringing the amendment, that Planned Parenthood John Stemberger, who isn’t a 501(c)(3). When halfheartedly claimed in that failed, they resorted to an Orlando Sentinel op-ed Fight over prattling on about morality in October it doesn’t have and pretty pink babies all in nothing to do with birthing ABORTION RIGHTS a row. They might have won, no babies (or not, as the drags on and on too, if the students hadn’t dugg case may be), is president of in and insisted that Planned Florida Family Action, which and on Parenthood get the money. pursues legislation on behalf Chalk this one up for of the Florida Family Policy people who believe poor Council, a group hell-bent on women and girls deserve access to cancer legislating Christianity and fighting what it screenings, reproductive care and the other un-ironically calls the “gay agenda.” medical services Planned Parenthood offers.

To these ends, FFPC offers a bunch of But make no mistake; crusaders against “research” papers with charming titles like choice aren’t done trying to substitute their “The Real Planned Parenthood: Leading the judgment for that of women and our doctors.

Culture of Death,” “The Culture of Death Not by a long shot. That they’ve been thus far Grows Desperate: War Declared on Crisis unsuccessful at achieving their end game ’cause Pregnancy Centers” (you know, those places of a pesky little thing called Supreme Court often found next door to legit medical facilities jurisprudence doesn’t slow their roll at all. that exist to talk women out of abortions with Truth be told, fighting the anti-choice lies, manipulation and misinformation), “Judge crowd is like playing Whac-A-Mole with that Lederman’s Top Ten List: Bad Arguments for damn groundhog from Caddyshack. One year, Homosexual Parenting,” etc. it pops up with changes to the regulations Check out the section marked “Good governing facilities that offer abortions, which Bills” on FFA’s website and you’ll probably would close most of them, making it more notice a pattern. (All appear outdated.) One difficult for women, particularly poor and/or bill would’ve given women the right to sue rural women, to terminate their pregnancies. their abortion provider for emotional distress; The next year, it’s back with a proposal to another, sponsored by Aaron Bean, would’ve require women to wait a day or three before required the Florida Department of Health getting an abortion, requiring return trips to to contract with Florida Pregnancy Care Network, which, according to GuideStar, the doctor, additional co-pays and time off considers its mission “enabling [pregnant work. Then it’s trying to strip funding from women] to carry their pregnancies to term facilities that offer abortion, or requiring and choose parenting or adoption;” another doctors who provide this overwhelmingly was called “Humanity of the Unborn Child;” safe procedure to have admitting privileges in another “Pain Capable Abortion Ban.” nearby hospitals, or dictating the size of the You gotta give it to them, even exam room. It just goes on and on.

This year, it’s Proposal 22 to the after 45 years of safe, legal Florida Constitutional Revision abortions, anti-choice folks Commission. This seemingly take a licking and keep on innocuous proposal would ticking. It’s up to you and restrict Florida’s privacy right to me to stop them. Again. apply only to “information and Claire Goforth the disclosure thereof.” claire@folioweekly.com On the federal level, the “zone of @ClaireNJax privacy” created by the same Supreme Court who brought us Roe v. Wade has been applied to using contraceptives, raising your kids and looking at porn in your own home (Clay Yarborough be damned).

Fans of freedom rejoice, as Florida has an even stronger privacy right because our state constitution specifically provides for it.

Infringements on our right to privacy must pass a strict scrutiny test, meaning the state needs a “compelling” reason to restrict it.

But if the Constitutional Revision Commission votes to put Proposal 22 on the 2018 ballot and it passes, Floridians will no longer have an explicit right to privately

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JACKSONVILLE DANCE THEATRE

This local group kicks off the season with a concert celebrating collaboration. Artistic Director Rebecca R. Levy crafts a point of departure for the dancers each year; for 2018, it’s “bridging.” Last year’s show vacillated from the deeply personal to the hilariously David Parsons-inspired. We imagine this event will feature equally beautiful and boisterous moments. DANCE LOVE LIFE, a concert for our community is 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 at WJCT Studio A, Northbank, $10-$20, jacksonvilledancetheatre.org.

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Venardos Circus is wintering in St. Augustine.

Well, not exactly, but it is here in NEFLa performing a singular blend of boffo Broadwayy hits combined with all the aerialists, acrobats,, comedians, jugglers, clowns and daredevilry you want under the big top. Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, it’s billed as “the American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.” And get there early: There’s a pre-party party before the show, with lots of games, cast-members and laughter.

The circus is in town through Feb. 10 at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, $15-$35; multiple showtimes, so check eventbrite.com.

… got a fast car you’d like to push to the limit? Or just want to play Paul Newman or Mario Andretti? Either way, the course is open, and new drivers are encouraged to “run.” Of course, you sign a liability waiver but, hey, that’s just common sense. If you’re curious or fast or curious and fast, they’re rolling 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4 at Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport, facebook.com/events.

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T exhibit of more than 100 photographs from the This George Eastman collection takes a historical look at how people impact the landscapes that surround them. Certainly a timely show, given Hurricane Irma’s destruction of the museum’s gardens, the recent 85-percent-cut to Bears Ears National Monument and the halving of Grand Escalante National Monument.

These might be garden party pictures, but they thrum with larger ideas. The show runs Feb. 2-April 22; an opening reception is 6 p.m. Feb. 1 at The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, Riverside; members free; nonmembers $10; cummermuseum.org.

WILLKOMMEN WE HAVE NO TROUBLES HERE …

Cabaret is about a cabaret singer, her lover and the playboy who arrives and disrupts everything. Set against the backdrop of WWII (you know, when Nazis were called Nazis), the glamorous tale unfolds with plenty of musical accompaniment, including “Cabaret,” “If You Could See Her” and “Maybe This Time.” And, in homage to the show (and for a more immersive experience), true cabaret table tickets are available! 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, Thrasher-Horne Center, Orange Park, $43-$83, thcenter.org.

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FOLIO VOICES : FIGHTIN’ WORDS

WINNING

caught in a jam, say you’re praying on it, because the rubes eat that up.

And while knowing only that much is enough to win some campaigns (it’s a low bar here in Dirty Duval, and it’s even worse in the outskirts), you may need to bring a little extra to wrangle key demographics.

Let’s suppose your base is the Evangel Temple/First Baptist set. You don’t need to go Too Far; like, don’t talk about papists or anything retro like that. But if you’re asked about the Human Rights Ordinance expansion, set your jowls to quiver (you certainly will have jowls, because you’re probably 65 and between cardiac episodes) and maunder about how the law is an affront to small businesses and how Lenny shoulda stopped it.

You can also work the defender of Confederate monuments shtick. This is especially great if you’ve never even thought about joining the military, as you can posit a false moral equivalency between a revolutionary force designed to protect slavery (“War between the states,” you’ll say, like new-school Foghorn Leghorn), and American forces deployed, for all eternity, in places that would stump anyone in geography class if such things existed in schools these days.

Not looking to pander to the right? Well, you’re in luck. The left is also ripe for the picking, even though they don’t usually turn out to vote in equal numbers.

There will be a purity test. What you need to do is outflank the loudest voices in the room. Don’t just say you want to take down the monuments—rent a backhoe and get the job done yourself. There may be jail time but, rest assured, it’ll be worth it, assuming you can plead down to a misdemeanor.

And let’s suppose you’re a centrist.

Easy-peasy.

You can find a way to pander to both sides at once, say you back a “study” of whatever issue, or that We Need To Have A Conversation.

And if the city needs a bond issue to make one donor or another happy with a public private partnership, well … what is it the kids say?

YOLO! Try not to mix and match these approaches. People are confused easily enough as it is. But if you hew to the path, you may find yourself getting sworn in in 2019.

Just remember, though: it’s Mr. Khan. And Mr. Rummell.

Always.

IS EVERYTHING How to get over with JACKSONVILLE VOTERS

SOME THINGS ARE PRETTY MUCH ASSURED FOR 2018.

Here’s two locks: The Patriots and the refs will win another Super Bowl. Our president will bleed another 30 percent or so of value out of the increasingly wilting greenback.

Those are predictable outcomes. Less predictable: Who among us will take a chance and run, like the wind, in a 2019 campaign?

Admit it—you’ve thought about it.

Perhaps you took your family bible to Council chambers during HROpalooza, brandishing it at folks to ensure their eternal salvation, like Donald Trump playing the Flying Nun. Or perhaps you just read one too many contrarian columns, and—with REAL EMOTION—decided you were going to be the change agent, that solitary bulwark against a stakeholder class that can buy and sell you like so many Best Bet chips.

Or maybe people told you that you should run for office. It happens; someone’s always the smartest guy at the bar.

Well, if you’re looking at a run for office, has Leadership Jacksonville got a deal for you! For only $1,500 in 2018 money, you can take a five-week course with former council president/perpetual lobbyist Alberta Hipps and John Daigle, the political operative best known in recent history for a rousing victory over the cadaver that proxied for Matt Shirk in his last campaign.

What if you don’t have $1,500? What then?

Are you out of luck?

Not this time. A.G. is your hookup, as the kids say.

Holla if you hear me.

In the next 500 words or so, I’m going to give you some secrets on how to run—and how to win.

You may be skeptical. You may never have worked a years-long economic development grift on the city. You may never have once overbilled Medicaid or laundered money for Queen Corrine. And you may have never busted a demon or prayed to “break every soul tie and vow that has been established between President Obama and Harvard, secret societies and the Illuminati.”

What’s past is past; I am an optimist and I know you are, too, so, in that spirit, let’s look toward the future.

Here’s how to win bigly in a J-ville race.

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NEWS AAND NOTES: AMAZON HQ2 EDITION TOP HEADLINES FROM THE ASSOCIATION OF ALTERNATIVE NEWSMEDIA IT TAKES A BRIBE PROPOSAL

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Long before Amazon set 20 cities on fire by announcing they were finalists for the site of its second headquarters, in November, Seattle’s The Stranger reported on some of the more, shall we say, coercive of the proposals. Chicago reportedly offered to give Amazon back all the employee income taxes it paid the city—to the tune of a cool $1.32 billion. Not to be outdone, New Jersey offered the company $7 billion in tax breaks. Fresno wasn’t willing to part with those rich, creamy tax dollars—but it was willing to let Amazon executives and a city committee together administer 85 percent of the tax funds it collected from the company. (So many parks and schools named Bezos!) Boston didn’t offer cash, but did offer to create an “Amazon Task Force” that would task city employees with negotiating on the company’s behalf.

Saddest of all, Stonecrest, Georgia, offered to CHANGE ITS NAME to Amazon. Incorporated in 2016, presumably for the sole purpose of selling its soul to the highest bidder, Stonecrest is a sleepy li’l town in Dekalb County that named itself—this is not a joke—after the local mall, which oddly makes us feel both better and worse for them. Chicago, Boston and Newark, New Jersey, made the cut. Stonecrest did not. T-T

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In an effort to lure Bezos and co. into building Amazon HQ2 in Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love went all the way out and spent nearly a quarter-million dollars on various tools of seduction. Philadelphia Weekly reports that its bid, called “Philly Delivers,” was “unlike any the city had previously made to curry favor with a corporation.” Its romance package included a slick video and, most ingenious, bus wraps and a social media campaign—in Seattle! Best of all, none of the bus wraps or social media even whispered the words “Amazon” or “HQ2,” but were designed to “keep Philadelphia’s virtues in Amazon’s sightline.” Now we understand how the Eagles slithered into the Super Bowl.

Philadelphia Weekly also delivered more ’ssip on our neighbors to the north. Not only did Stonecrest promise to annex 345 acres for a new town named Amazon, Georgia, they offered to install Jeff Bezos as its mayor. Gag.

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On Jan. 23, our newest altweekly hero Ben Joravsky penned a piece in the Chicago Reader called, “Five unfortunate civic traits that make Chicago Bezos bait.” Noting that the Windy City was one of the 283 who survived the first, deepest cuts to become the site of HQ2 in what he deemed “its let’s-get-the-dumbass-publicto-pay-for-our-headquarters scam,” Joravsky posed an excellent question: “If Chicago’s so great, how come we have to pay Amazon to move here?” Buurrnnn.

He went on to list five characteristics that make Chicago a prime target for Billionaire Bezos: 1) It’s rich, with $550 million/year flowing into its “tax increment financing honey pot” that a “rubber-stamp City Council” pretty much lets the mayor do with what he will; 2) It’s gullible, believing the mayor when he says—inaccurately—that TIFs don’t take money from schools; 3) It’s docile, rolling over like a cute puppy whenever the mayor gives it a push; 4) It’s tribalistic, and therefore easy to play people off one another; and 5) It’s easily distracted, so much so, they probably didn’t even read to the end of this list.

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FOLIO COMMUNITY : NEWS THE ORGANIZATIONS REGULATING POLE FITNESS AND pole sports have been on a 10-year journey of self-discovery, trying to disassociate themselves from their more exotic beginnings.

In the early 2000s, pole-dancing underwent an abrupt transformation from purely exotic purposes into a competitive sport and popular form of exercise. The physicality of the activity translates well into the world of fitness, with the clothes staying on and the routines becoming more athletic than seductive. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Lindsay Lohan and Carmen Electra have all publicly proclaimed the benefits of pole sports—Electra even has her own line of pole sports products. Yet anything to do with exotic dancing remains a combative subject for those both for and against. Some say it is degrading and disrespectful to the performers; others claim that it’s just another way to make a living and even an outlet for self-expression.

Around 2008, organizations like the International Pole Sports Federation (IPSF) and the Pole Sport Organization (PSO) came along, bringing with them further legitimacy.

(IPSF operates on a global scale, PSO holds competitions across the U.S. throughout the year.) Rules and regulations were drafted and competitions became structured and consistent. Like the Olympic gymnasts who inspire awe across the globe every four years, pole sport competitors must possess much athleticism, strength, poise and mental toughness to compete on the professional level. The Global Association of International Sports Federation (GAISF) notes that competitors are skilled in not only the art of pole-dancing, but share the strengths and technical prowess usually associated with ballet, yoga and gymnastics.

Like any professional sport, pole fitness is not without risks. For example, the Basic Invert, a common position, requires competitors to be completely upside down—feet up, head down—without much more than their grip and core strength keeping them from slipping and falling either on their head, neck or spine.

While serious head injuries are exceedingly rare, it’s not uncommon for competitors to sprain wrists, have inflamed rotator cuffs and sustain muscle injuries in their legs, shoulders and backs.

The sport can be enjoyed by a variety of competitors—young, old, men, women and/ or trans. Performance styles and disciplines vary and competitors are separated into categories of age, skill level and competition type. PSO has age categories split into Junior 18-29, Senior 30-39, Master 40-49 and Grandmaster 50 years old and older. Skill levels range from 1-5 and Professional. The competition category—Championship, Doubles/Groups, Dramatic, Entertainment, Exotic, Floorwork, Qualifier, Showcase or Showcase Plus—determines what skill levels are allowed to participate.

Each category and skill level requires competitors to demonstrate particular moves and techniques. For example, skill levels 1-5 are allowed to compete in the Dramatic category, in which the contestant is judged on their artistic

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interpretation of a set musical routine. Those who compete in the Qualifier category must have reached the Professional skill level and are judged mainly by their technical executions of moves and techniques.

IPSF similarly groups competitors by age: Novice 10-14, Junior 15-17, Seniors 18-39, and two Masters categories 40-plus and 50-plus. The United States Pole Sports Federation host competitors as young as seven years old—a point of contention for some who oppose the sport.

Pole sports advocates celebrated last October when the GAISF granted the sport the ever-coveted designation of “observer status,” the first step for a sport to become an official member. If pole sports are accepted for official membership, advocates will be able to set their sights on the most coveted competition in sports: The Olympics.

Shannon Burbridge, owner and operator of Aura Aerial & Yoga in Atlantic Beach, a training facility for pole and yoga fitness activities, said she isn’t sure exactly how far pole fitness is from actually becoming an Olympic sport. She also says that there has been some backlash to the idea. “There’s still a stigma associated with it. I guess there are some people who are not excited to see that.”

Student Carol Cullen is a member of the Aura Aerial team heading to North Carolina on Feb. 17 to vie for National Championship spots and assorted prizes in a PSO event.

While it is a point of pride to represent their studio on the national level, Cullen and Burbridge said that their pride is somewhat tempered by outward opposition from those not involved in the sport. This stigma of sexualization, of stripping, says Cullen, makes some reluctant to even admit to being part of the community. Like other advocates, she takes issue with the prejudice of those who view the sport as an extension of exotic dancing, albeit with more clothing and no stuffing $1 bills in G-strings. Although the majority of the Aura Aerial group has the support of their friends and family, Cullen said, “Some of our own community and members of our studio won’t tell their own parents because they feel embarrassed and they don’t feel able to share it with their loved one.”

Nevertheless, throughout the world and within the local community, studios like Aura Aerial, Bittersweet Studios—another Jacksonville pole fitness group that regularly competes—and even the University of North Florida are helping to make the discipline gain acceptance within the world of sports.

Aura Aerial is an active contributor, collecting donations and fundraising for local charities like B.E.A.M. and Bosom Buddies. Last March, UNF hosted the third annual United States Pole Sports Federation Championships, during which more than 60 competitors, both men and women, ranging in age from 7 to 50 years old and older, took a spin around the pole for their shot at glory. Regardless of obstacles, the sport shows no signs of slowing down.

“It’s about the dramatic, the performance and the athletics,” Cullen said.

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Josh Hodges mail@folioweekly.com

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HEALTH: RICHARD BRETZ: Powerlifting is a Personal Thing

BEAUTY: Miss Plus America 2017 RACHEL DANESE: Beauty is not Flawless nor Singular

STORY BY DIMA VITANOVA WILLIAMS

PHOTOS BY MADISON GROSS

itting on the bench, with his head down, he seemed composed and focused—a model of serenity amid a rowdy room. His body, clad in a dark singlet over a blue T-shirt, leaned back.

For a moment, with his knees bent high up and arms crossed over in the air, he appeared to be stretching in preparation. Then, his fingers wrapped around the barbell.

His lungs let out a prolonged howl as he brought the metal close to his chest and pushed it back up on its stand.

It did not last more than a mere 20 seconds. Yet, in that fleeting time, Richard Bretz set his first world record, lifting a little more than 380 pounds off a bench press. It was June 4, 2016 in San Antonio, Texas, when he topped the 65-69-years-old division. Since then, in the span of 18 months, Bretz has claimed four more world records and as many USA National records.

The roster of competitions he has won has steadily expanded, often including international and state series held only a couple of months apart. Last year, he triumphed in the four most coveted weightlifting events—Europa, USA Nationals, World Cup and the World Championship, securing the last two in September.

“I believe this is a first and have found no other lifter who has accomplished winning all four majors in the same year,” Bretz said.

Despite his attainments, Bretz remains humble. When talking about his success, his voice stays soft and fatherly. Its tone rings even gentler burbling from his barrel chest.

A native of Sandusky, a town on the south shore of Lake Erie in Ohio, Bretz has resided in Jacksonville for decades.

He used to oversee risk management at the behemoth CSX. Today, his retired life revolves around powerlifting.

Mornings, from 9 o’clock until noon, transpire at Florida Extreme Fitness Center, where his workouts drift through stretching, cardio and weightlifting. The lifting follows a strict schedule: once every five days. Stretching, on the other hand, has come to occupy ever-larger chunks of his routine, waking up his muscles for the exercises to come.

Having always been active, Bretz took to powerlifting a decade ago. In 2015, a friend at the gym suggested he should compete. He entertained the proposition and, that same year, took part in several minor tournaments.

From the onset, he shattered world records, but the events lacked the necessary sanctions to recognize them.

Bretz’ 240-pound frame released a level of prowess that is remarkable even for younger sportsmen with longer professional training. It is not genetics, Bretz said. It is perseverance that chiseled his brawn.

“It comes from every day doing something to work toward a goal,” he said. “It seems a very, very minor growth on a daily basis but after so many years, it accumulated into

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“It’s personal … You are really not playing against competitors— you’re playing against yourself.”

<<< FROM PREVIOUS strength. Each year I try to lift more than the year before. I have been able to grow my strength each year little by little.”

Bretz’ stamina, however, did not fend off traumas. In 2016, after San Antonio, he was endeavoring in an outdoors competition in Clearwater. The weather—characteristically sweltering—posed a hurdle that led to months of constant pain.

“I’m not a guy who lifts in a hot, humid weather and it was very damp and my back just cramped up on me tremendously,” Bretz said.

Yet, he pressed on and lodged his second world record, while the cheers from the crowd numbed his aches. After the injury, Bretz kept on with his gym sessions, exerting his shoulders to protect his hurting back. He still attended championships and won them.

He drafted goals and forged ahead toward their fulfillment.

Bretz’ staunch dedication comes from within, from his apparent desire to prod the frontier of his own psyche and physicality. “It’s a personal thing,” Bretz said. “It’s what you can be or what you can achieve. You are really not playing against competitors—you’re playing against yourself.”

The challenges involve more than just the bench press as well. They encompass a diet that has shifted Bretz’ lifelong predilections.

He has cut back on sweets and potato chips.

His meals include far fewer carbohydrates, too. He checks the scales closely at least a week before any competition in order to fit into his weight class.

In 2017, Bretz shed some 44 pounds—a feat that allowed him to lift in different categories, which differ by roughly 20 pounds, throughout the year. By September, he was a sliver over 190 pounds. On Sept. 30, his 69th birthday, Bretz achieved his fourth world record.

“That was a real good one,” he said. “I felt great. I felt like I had all my strength.”

There was no time to slow down. The following month, Bretz set his fifth world record and, a week later, his fourth USA record.

On both occasions, Bretz was his usual self—focused on the task and confident in its execution. At the Fort Lauderdale Fitness Expo, where Bretz locked the world record, he donned the same outfit he’d worn when he set his first record, more than a year before, in San Antonio.

A judge, perched on the edge of a chair behind him, shouted commands: “Drop!”

“Press! “Rack!” After Bretz eased the barbell, bearing a little more than 314 pounds, on the stand, he sprang up the bench.

The movement, in a subtle manner, evoked the trajectory 2017 has charted for Bretz. It was a year of ascent, albeit with bents of strain, that catapulted him into the history of weightlifting. And Bretz is not done yet.

With only a year left to compete in his current age division, he is aiming for novel records.

That is, before he transitions into the class of 70 years old and older.

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hen they called her name, it took her a second to realize it.

Then, her jaw dropped, and an astounded “What?” escaped her lips. She repeated it several times before dropping to the floor.

“I couldn’t even stand at that point,” Rachel Danese said. “I was so excited and the girl who was the first-runner-up said, ‘OK, I really

need you to get off the floor now. You just won the pageant.’”

Danese, a 23-year-old Jacksonville native, had just triumphed as Miss Plus America 2017. It was her second shot at the pageant, which began in 2003 as a conduit of expression and celebration of women with above-average waistlines.

Back in 2016, Danese ranked fifth. An accomplishment by any measure, it was not enough for Danese. She knew she could do better. The day after the pageant, she began to prepare for the next installment. Part of Danese’s determination stems from the root of her self-perceived underperformance.

She has polycystic ovarian syndrome, a hormonal disorder that often prompts menstrual fluctuations, obesity and acne. At the time of the 2016 pageant, the ailment had flared up. She felt weak and sick. She could barely wake up in time for rehearsals in the days leading up to the night of the coronation.

“My heart was in it, but I couldn’t give it 100 percent because I didn’t feel very well,” Danese said.

It all started when Danese glided out of her teenage years. Flaunting a full figure ever since eighth grade, she suddenly gained an uncharacteristic amount of weight. It triggered an alarm that something was wrong.

A trip to the doctor’s office revealed the cause.

Today, Danese appears to have made peace with her condition. She stays active, watches her diet and presses on.

“I just have to deal with it,” she said.

“Sometimes it’s painful but there are more important things and happier things in life.”

Beauty pageants are among these propitious activities Danese has wanted to be part of for the longest time. Yet, raised in a Catholic family and educated at Catholic schools, she felt excluded from that kind of vanity. When her high school held a contest, she did not qualify. Her grades, albeit sound, were not good enough.

But only months afterward, she attended her inaugural Duval County Forestry Pageant.

It’s a statewide competition that engages winners in working with children and teaching wildfire vigilance. Back then, she didn’t prevail, but in the years to come, she kept participating, sharpening her skills for the bigger and brighter stages, like Miss Plus America.

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“I always did skinny-girl pageants and I knew I would never win them. So I wanted to do something I will be accepted in.”

Danese stumbled upon that pageant by happenstance, surfing the internet. “I always did skinny-girl pageants and I knew I would never win them,” she said. “So I just wanted to do something I will be accepted in, and so I typed in ‘plus-size pageants in Florida’ and it was the first thing that came up. That was what started it all.”

From the moment she discovered Miss Plus America, to her appearance in 2016, to the night the rhinestone crown twinkled on her head in 2017, however, lies a period

filled with hectic preparation. There were the clothes that needed to be designed and sewed.

Danese sketched the silhouettes—of gowns and dress pants—herself. She aimed for clean lines and a sophisticated aesthetic.

There were the walk rehearsals that tidied her gait; the interviews that quizzed her on current events and sought her opinion on controversial matters. Stress became an inadvertent part of her routine that culminated with a 19-hour drive to Addison, Texas, where the pageant was being held.

It was all worth it, though. “I love pageantry so much because I see how happy it makes my fellow queens and I see what it does for people’s confidence,” Danese said. “I remember studying pageantry and I wasn’t sure about myself. But having met the people I’ve met and learning from their experiences and hearing other people, and how good they are to me—[I believe] the pageant community is wonderful.”

An epitome of pulchritude and selfassurance on the catwalk, behind the scenes Danese made friends and had fun. She knew that the other women were not her challengers. She competed against herself, putting forward her personal best. Her good looks shone throughout the event, but her smarts were pushed to the fore during the interview, the point in any pageant competition that trips up many.

The question was whether Danese believed race and gender should be eliminated from job and college applications. “I said ‘yes’,” she said, “because I feel that my gender and my race should not make me more right for the job than anybody else. I think that we should all have equal opportunities, whether you are black or white or Asian or big or small or female or male. We all have the same opportunities and we all have the same brains and we have capabilities to be successful.”

For Danese, accomplishments have just started to pile up. She has ascended to the position of co-manager in a mere year of

working at Avenue, a plus-size store in Mandarin. Now, she is organizing the first Miss Jacksonville Plus America pageant, and giving back to the community. She’s also relaunching her YouTube channel that was an amalgam of videos about body positivity and recipes.

But, perhaps above anything else, Danese is upending the canons of beauty. She is not only connecting with other women with polycystic ovarian syndrome through her “Beauty is not flawless” platform, she is embracing uniqueness.

“We are taught our whole lives that there is only one type of beautiful,” she said. “But what I have come to learn is that everybody is beautiful, and it’s not just in a hippie-dippie way, ‘We are all beautiful. We are all great people.’ No. Everybody looks different, so how is there only one type of beautiful when we’re not all walking around looking the same?”

Beauty, of course, is not solely physical.

It’s also an intellectual trait, entwined with such notions as integrity and tenacity. Danese possesses both kinds. The tune she sang during the optional talent category—“Defying Gravity” from the musical Wicked—seems a perfect description of her.

She said, “My favorite line in the song is, ‘I am through accepting limits because someone said they are so/and some things I cannot change but until I try I will never know.’”

Dima Vitanova Williams mail@folioweekly.com

Both world recordholding powerlifter Rick Bertz and beauty queen Rachel Danese see competition as a battle against themselves.

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enres are funny. Often, they describe a sound in merely euphemistic terms, as it seems the artists or bands are mostly just trying to brand something highly derivative as something much more distinct (Beach Goth and Soundcloud Rap are contemporary examples). Other times, the verbiage for a genre is so specific or nuanced that one ends up with a vague or confused idea of what the music might actually sound like (who’s your favorite Post-Internet Indielectual Band?).

In the case of Baltimore-based transapocalyptic galaxy rock duo Darsombra, the genre the band ascribes to its music is both accurate and limiting. Brian Danilowski plays guitar and Ann Everton plays synth; Darsombra’s music is rich and expansive, often deploying dark, heavy riffs over moody drones. The music’s ambience can sound earthy and interstellar, sometimes simultaneously, bringing to mind stratified visuals, like a layered abstract painting of neutral browns and greens topped with Dayglo and other colors from a more psychedelic palette. But while Darsombra’s brand of transapocalyptic galaxy rock is sonically complex, it’s created to be visually so, as well.

Aside from her synth duties, Everton is Darsombra’s video artist. Tasked with drenching the duo in a rainbow of colors and an array of abstract (sometimes silly) animations as they tear through their sweeping arrangements, Everton’s efforts work symbiotically with Darsombra’s music.

That symbiosis is at play in the video the band created for “From Insects … to Aliens (Worms Turn),” a track from their 2016 release Polyvision.

Shot while

FILM Haunted Houses ARTS Through Our Eyes @ The Ritz ARTS Comedian Henry Cho LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC CALENDAR

INTERSTELLAR

ORGANICS Darsombra creates an AUDIO-VISUAL ATMOSPHERE that defies definition

on tour in 2017, the video intersperses live performance footage with images of pristine vistas, insects and various fungi all captured on the road. A dark landscape intermittently lit up by lightning serves as the backdrop while the duo’s 21-minute-plus track unspools—somber synth drones give way to ferocious doom metalesque riffs—and colorful skulls spin through the composition.

“The music always inspires the visuals.

The visuals are composed to the music,” says Everton of her creative process. “It’s like the opposite of a soundtrack—a visual-track? I imagine one day we might do soundtrack work for a video I make, but I love the creative exercise of composing video.”

Everton and Danilowski joined forces more than 10 years ago in Baltimore, where they still live today when they aren’t on the road. Though she grew up singing in her church and playing violin, Everton says she shunned performing music for a time, before getting inspired by a lesson in North Indian Classical Music she received from a friend in exchange for a haircut.

“I began to appreciate my voice as the powerful muscle it’s capable of being, and the powerful effect it’s capable of enacting,” she said of the experience.

Everton and Danilowski initially found their musical interests intersected at critical points, from prog and glam rock to ’70s and ’80s metal like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. Beyond popular music, Everton and Danilowski were both heavily influenced by Zuhl, a highly conceptual music, often performed in made-up languages and exemplified by artists like the French band Magma. Those mutual influences, as well as a foundation built on intentional experimentation, are evident from Darsombra’s earliest releases, such as 2006’s Ecdysis and 2007’s Delirium & Death.

Up until Polyvision, Danilowski, a self-taught musician whose guitar work is foundational and dynamic to the band’s sound, was the sole composer and performer of Darsombra’s music. Everton, who took up synth only after three years creating the band’s visuals, plays for the first time on Polyvision.

DARSOMBRA

9 p.m. Feb. 5, Sun-Ray Cinema, 5 Points, $5

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“Playing the synth came relatively easily to me because I’ve always been able to plunk out a tune by ear,” Everton says. “I’ve always believed I could play anything as long as I’ve practiced enough, and it’s deceptively easy to make a synth sound good.”

Released through micro-labels Translation Loss and Sonic Meditations, Polyvision—which followed releases At a Loss, Public Guilt and Exile on Mainstream—expands on the signature sound of Darsombra’s mind-melded duo, with Danilowski’s circuitous riffs over Everton’s atmospheric synth. After touring the album throughout 2017, the band took a five-month hiatus, retreating to their forest-adjacent Maryland shack, which they lovingly call The Refuge, The Grape Escape or Ann’s House of Nuts. They’re eager to get back on the road, where Everton says they’ve found a life that suits them.

“We both really enjoy being on the road, especially now that we know all about truck-stop showers, cooking anything and everything in a rice cooker, and how to easily find hot springs, swimming holes and free overnight parking. [Laughs.]”

As they blow across the U.S. (and into Northeast Florida for an audio-visual performance at Five Points’ Sun-Ray Cinema), they’ll be collecting images and inspiration for future releases, all while expanding the definition of transapocalyptic galaxy rock.

Matthew B. Shaw mail@folioweekly.com

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HOUSEBOUND,

INDEED A scary, funny, clever film imagines what happens when you MOVE BACK TO MOM’S

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like the kinds of films that get comments like “weird,” “odd” and “quirky.” The last is especially appealing, since it implies the first two plus a touch of humor.

Housebound, a 2014 New Zealand film now streaming on Netflix, fits the third adjective perfectly. With a cast of unlikely characters, it’s a horror film in the vein of Peter Jackson’s The Frighteners (1996), though not quite so over-the-top.

For the uninitiated, Jackson is the New Zealander who made The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. The Frighteners, starring Michael J. Fox, was the movie he made just before the first Tolkien film and just after the magnificent Heavenly Creatures, Kate Winslet’s first movie.

Gerard Johnstone, writer/director of Housebound, would seem to be following in the themes and genes of the older, more famous fellow Kiwi who became a big fan after seeing Housebound three years ago. The Hollywood big shots have felt the vibes, too; Johnstone has been chosen to script the upcoming Justice League Dark feature for Warner Bros., with the rumored possibility that he might also direct.

It’s tentatively planned for theatrical release.

Housebound opens as a young couple tries to rob an ATM. Obviously not the sharpest tack in the pincushion, the hapless man tries clobbering the unit several times with a sledgehammer before knocking himself unconscious with an unexpected recoil. His companion, Kylie Bucknell (Morgana O’Reilly), a young woman with a bad attitude and a meth and alcohol problem, has more success with explosives, after which she drags the loot and her unconscious mate to the getaway car.

At this point, sirens blare in the distance, and she accidentally drives the car onto a parking lot curb, where it promptly stalls.

Kylie is remanded by the court to the care of her mother Miriam (Rima Te Wiata), confined to the parental home for six months, an electronic device attached to her ankle ensuring she won’t leave the premises. Kylie treats her poor placid mother with contempt; Miriam’s even more docile live-in boyfriend Graeme (Ross Harper) she pointedly ignores.

Until things start going bump in the night. The family home, it turns out, has a

, disturbing background, which Kylie didn’t know while she was growing up. Formerly a bed & breakfast, it was later converted to a halfway house for delinquent girls, one of whom was brutally murdered there. The identity of the killer is still unknown, and Kylie is convinced the girl’s tortured ghost haunts the place, a perception roundly enforced by Amos (Glen-Paul Waru), the technician responsible for maintaining Kylie’s electronic monitor.

With trepidation, Amos (an amateur Ghostbuster) and Kylie try to uncover the murderer’s identity and thus ease the pain of the restless spirit. Not all, however, are quite so enthusiastic about Kylie’s commitment, particularly the authorities and her guidance counselor Dennis (played by Cameron Rhodes, a New Zealander who could easily double for Hugh Bonneville, aka Lord Crawley of Downton Abbey).

Not to be mistaken for straight parody or slapstick, Housebound has more than its share of chills, frights and gore. In this regard, it recalls yet another early Jackson film, DeadAlive (’92). I keep mentioning Peter Jackson because his influence on Gerard Johnstone is obvious: a compliment to both men.

The younger Johnstone might be walking in Jackson’s footsteps, but there’s nothing wrong in modeling your efforts on the best.

There are few filmmakers today as inventive, imaginative and ambitious as Jackson, yet Johnstone pulls it off with an inimitable touch all his own.

In addition to the wild plot and clever script, Housebound touts a superb cast of seeming misfits; few will be familiar to American audiences. Each brings a fresh face and accomplished effort to the manic goings-on.

Housebound is one of those films you’ll tell your quirky movie pals about as it tries to find the audience it deserves among home viewers.

Give it a shot.

Pat McLeod mail@folioweekly.com

NOW SHOWING CORAZON CINEMA & CAFÉ Lady Bird and The Divine Order screen. Throwback Thursday runs Thunder Road noon Feb. 1 and 4 p.m. Feb. 4. 36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 697-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com.

IMAX THEATER Maze Runner: The Death Cure, Walking with Dinosaurs: Prehistoric Planet and Dream Big screen.

St. Augustine, 940-4133, worldgolfimax.com.

SUN-RAY CINEMA Call Me by Your Name, Lady Bird and The Shape of Water screen. The Passion of Joan of Arc starts Feb. 1. My Friend Dahmer and Mary & The Witch’s Flower start Feb. 2. 1028 Park St., 359-0049, sunraycinema.com.

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ARTS + EVENTS PERFORMANCE NATE MASK & RYAN The Cypher Open Mic poetry and soul is 8 p.m. Feb. 1 at De Real Ting Café, 128 E. Adams St., $5$10, facebook.com/events.

THE CLEAN HOUSE Housekeeper Matilde aspires to comedic fame. This play, presented by Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre, is a funny look into class, love and laughter. Through Feb. 4 at Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., 249-7177, abettheatre.com.

THE LION KING One of the most breathtaking, inventive performances ever to grace a Broadway stage, winner of six Tonys, is here through Feb. 11 at Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, 300 Water St., Downtown, fscjartistseries.org, $30-$139; prices vary, check website.

HARVEY It’s “guess who’s coming to dinner?” with bunny ears. The Pulitzer Prize-winning classic is staged Feb. 1-17 at Amelia Community Theatre, Studio 209, 209 Cedar St., Fernandina, 261-6749, $10-25, ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

CABARET Leave your troubles behind and pop into the Kit Kat Klub for a night of unforgettable entertainment, 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 1 at Thrasher-Horne Center, 220 College Dr., Orange Park, 276-6815, $43-$83, thcenter.org.

DANCE LOVE LIFE: A CONCERT FOR OUR COMMUNITY Jacksonville Dance Theatre and guest artist Jennifer Logan perform visceral and transcendent works, 8 p.m. Feb. 3 at WJCT Studios, 100 Festival Park Ave., Downtown, $10-$20, eventbrite.com.

WALLS The legacy of a complicated inheritance is on the line as one daughter examines her role in her mentally ill mother’s life. Staged Feb. 16-March 4 at The 5 & Dime, 112 E. Adams St., the5anddime.org, $17-$25.

CLASSICAL + JAZZ REQUIEM FOR AN ANGEL The Jacksonville Symphony performs Benjamin Britten’s Sinfonia da Requiem paired with fellow Englishman Edward Elgar’s Symphony No. 1, and violinist Anthony Marwood performs Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto. 8 p.m. Feb 3 & 4 at T-U Center, Downtown, $19-$74, jaxsymphoney.org.

JONAH SOFA JAZZ SESSIONS Jazz sessions hosted by John Lumpkin & The Covenant, with Barry Greene and Jonathan Baptiste sitting in, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at The Local, 4578 San Jose Blvd., thelocaljax.com.

MATTHEW HALL The pianist performs every Thur., Fri. & Sat. at Corner Bistro/Glass Hat Piano Bar & Grill, 9823 Tapestry Park Cir., Southside, 619-1931.

COMEDY SOMMORE The comic and actress appears 8 & 10:30 p.m.

Feb. 2; 7:30 & 10 p.m. Feb. 3 at The Comedy Club of Jacksonville, 11000 Beach Blvd., Southside, $33-$50, jacksonvillecomedy.com.

DANNY JOHNSON, WESLEY JOHNSON The comics are on 8:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at The Comedy Club with Jackie Knight at Gypsy Cab Company’s Corner Bar, 828 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 461-8843, $12, thegypsycomedyclub.com.

KOOL BUBBA ICE Though we’re left speechless by the grandness of this moniker, it’s his ’90s-era hip hop/ reggae impressions we want. He performs 8 p.m.

Feb. 8 at The Comedy Club of Jacksonville, $16-$41, jacksonvillecomedy.com.

HENRY CHO The golfingest comic whose appearance belies his talent is on 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1-3, 9:30 p.m. Feb. 2 & 3 at The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, 292-4242, $20-$114.50, comedyzone.com.

LAUGH LOUNGE A weekly showcase of funny NEFla folks is on 8 p.m. Feb. 3 at Dos Gatos, 123 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, creativeveins.com.

FRED’S ALL-STAR COMEDIANS The funniest NEFLa comics are on 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 & 7 at The Comedy Zone, 292-4242, $10, comedyzone.com.

CALLS & WORKSHOPS NEW VOICES: YOUNG VOICES Players by the Sea announces the concept for its annual New Voices program: Applicants 13-18 may submit a proposal and dialogue for consideration.

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mounting. Submissions accepted now through March 16, playersbytheseas.org/new-voices-young-voices.

RAINBOW AWARDS The organization is accepting nominations to honor local businesses, individuals, organizations, charities and groups to bring a positive awareness of the role the LGBTQIA community plays in making Jacksonville a better place; rainbowawardsjax.org.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST FLORIDA Grant opportunities are available for those serving children, for professional artists to elevate their work, and organizations serving at-risk and underserved populations at or near the Jacksonville-area Beaches, apply through March 5, depending on grant, jaxcf.org.

JACKSONVILLE MINI-MAKER FAIRE Groups or individuals may present projects, hobbies and experiments for the MOSH-sponsored event. Deadline Feb. 28, jacksonvillemakerfaire.com.

ART WALKS + MARKETS FIRST WEDNESDAY ART WALK Get your fresh dose of hopeful dreamers, cynical commentarians, self-righteous proclaimers and all manner of artistic wizardry. February’s theme is ‘Dance Your heART Out.’ Held 5-9 p.m. Feb. 7, with more than 60 venues for live music, restaurants, galleries, museums, businesses and hotspots (some open after 9 p.m.), spanning 15 blocks in Downtown Jacksonville. iloveartwalk.com.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK A self-guided tour of exhibits, live music and refreshments offered by 27 members of local art galleries, 5-9 p.m. Feb. 2 and every first Fri. in St. Augustine and St. Augustine Beach, 377-0198, artgalleriesofstaugustine.org.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET WINTER SEASON Live music plus food, artists and a farmer’s row, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 3 under the Fuller Warren Bridge at 715 Riverside Ave., free admission, 389-2449, riversideartsmarket.com.

ST. AUGUSTINE AMPHITHEATRE FARMERS MARKET Veggies, flowers, baked goods, handmade arts & crafts, a community booth, live music, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Feb. 3 at 1340C A1A S., staugamphitheatre.com.

Admission, parking free.

FERNANDINA BEACH FARMERS MARKET Every Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m., year round, rain or shine. North Seventh Street, Fernandina, fernandinamarketplace.com.

MUSEUMS CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 29 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummermuseum.org. A Collector’s Eye: Celebrating Joseph Jeffers Dodge and Mediterranea: American Art from the Graham D. Williford Collection, through Feb. 4; In the Garden through April 22; Thomas Hart Benton & the Navy Feb. 16-June 3; Fields of Color: the Art of Japanese Printmaking Feb. 23-Nov. 25.

KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM 101 W. First St., Downtown, 356-2992. 1st Things 1st, 28 First Coast Visual Artists address the First Amendment, through February.

LIGHTNER MUSEUM 75 King St., St. Augustine, 824-2874, lightnermuseum.org. Dressing Downtown, through Feb. 4.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., 366-6911, mocajacksonville.unf.edu. Juan Fontanive Lopez’s Movement 4 is the atrium project. Call & Response, through April 1. Unverified by collaborative artists Kahn & Selesnick, Robert and Shana ParkeHarrison, Lori Nix, Jojakim Cortis, Adrian Sonderegger, Jennifer B. Thoreson and Thomas Jackson, through March 25.

Circumvolve: Narratives and Responses to Life Cycles, work by UNF student artist-in-residence Rachel Huff Smith, through March 18.

MANDARIN MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY 11964 Mandarin Rd., mandarinmuseum.net. Civil War era artifacts recovered from the Union steamship Maple Leaf, items related to Harriet Beecher Stowe, a World War I exhibit, and displays related to the only remaining oneroom schoolhouse in Duval County.

MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY 1025 Museum Cir., Southbank, 396-MOSH, themosh.org. Hands-on exhibit NANO presents basics of nanoscience and engineering, on display through June 17; Science Fiction, Science Future opens 10 a.m. Feb. 10. MOSH Mondays replace $5 Fridays, beginning Feb. 5.

GALLERIES RUMOR The first Friday of the month, it’s comedy, live music and poetry, hosted by BET Comic View’s Rod Z, music by DJ Al Pete and poetry by MJ Baker, 7-11 p.m. Feb. 1 at Indochine San Marco & Buddha Lounge, 1974 San Marco Blvd., showclix.com, $10.

TASTE OF CAMDEN Local businesses and companies showcase products and services, 4-7 p.m. Feb. 1 at Camden County Recreation Center, 1050 Wildcat Dr., Kingsland, Georgia.

BEER AND HYMNS A community sing is held 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 1 at Bold City Brewery, 2670 Rosselle St., Ste. 7, Riverside, 379-6551.

JAZZ POETRY CAFÉ Inspirational poetry, neo soul, soulful jazz and a little bit of funk, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 at 956 N. Liberty St., Downtown, jazzpoetrycafe.com, $15-$50.

PUTTIN’ ON THE RITZ One of the best amateur nights in the city, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 at The Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Downtown, ritzjacksonville.com, $9.

COSMIC CONCERT A light show in one of the biggest and best planetariums in the Southeast, Laser Magic at 7, Queen at 8, Led Zeppelin at 9, Dark Side of the Moon at 10 p.m. Feb. 2 at MOSH, 1025 Museum Cir., Southbank, 396-6674, $5; $2.50 members, themosh.org.

GIRLS ROCK JAX, VOLUNTEER VARIETY SHOW Raffles, singers, dancers and an assorted variety of harder-toquantify talents take the stage at 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at The Second Floor, 1037 Park St., Riverside, facebook.com/events.

YOGA AND BREWS A hatha yoga class (bring your own mat, towel and water), 9 a.m. Feb. 3 at Southern Swells Brewing Co., 1312 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, free, southernswells.com.

NATURE THE MAGNIFICENT RasaJhari presents this fundraiser for Puerto Rico, with music and dance, featuring local artists and Tallahassee Community College Dance Company, 3 p.m. Feb. 3 at UNF’s Robinson Theatre, Southside, $10 students, $20 general admission, free ages 10 & younger, motherscry.net.

ART & ARCHITECTURE TOUR Explore where architecture, art and nature meet in a three-hour personally guided tour by architect Richard Skinner, 9 a.m.-noon at The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., $150-$250, facebook.com/events.

HOUSE CONCERT Asheville musician Searra Jade plays her philosopholk music (vegan potluck 5:30 p.m.), 7 p.m. Feb. 5 at 2860 Forbes St., donations accepted.

KING CAKE PARTY Hang out with the Bluff 5 Band and see if you find dat sweet, lucky bébé, 9 p.m. Feb. 3 at J’s Tavern, 711 Osborne St., St. Marys, Georgia.

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE The book club discusses Agatha Christie’s famous mystery about wicked strangers and an eccentric millionaire, 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 6 at San Marco Bookstore, 1971 San Marco Blvd., $20, eventbright.com. And Oprah Winfrey’s new book club pick is revealed Feb. 6.

THE FAMISHED ROAD The Big Picture: Creative Discourse through Film & Literature, a partnership among Sun-Ray Cinema, Jacksonville Public Library and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, gets people together to discuss films and source materials that inspired filmmakers. This week’s discussion is on Ben Okri’s Man Booker Award-winning novel, The Famished Road, 6 p.m. Feb. 6 at Main Library, Downtown, free, culturalcouncil.org.

CROSSING CREATIVE BORDERS: A CUP OF CULTURE Live music, poetry and art, hosted by Maya Francis, 8 p.m.

Feb. 7, at Studio Zsa Zsa Lapree, 233 E. Bay St., Downtown, $5. Proceeds benefit AkeemSpeaks Leadership Journey, to assist young learners’ cross-cultural experience in Johannesburg, South Africa, summer 2018.

AFRICAN TRADITIONS 101 Join a discussion and ask questions about voudu, voodoo and santeria, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Cuups, jaxcuups.org for more info and location.

SHORT FILM SHOWCASE Local filmmakers screen their short movie projects, 7 p.m. Feb. 8 at Sun-Ray Cinema, 1028 Park St., 5 Points, $9.50, sunraycinema.com.

LILLIAN BRADLEY TOASTMASTERS CLUB Club meetings are 6 p.m. Feb. 13, 6 p.m. Feb. 27 at Ritz Theatre, 829 N. Davis St., free, wekitch22@aol.com. _________________________________________ To list an event, send time, date, location (street address, city), admission price, contact number to print to Madeleine Peck Wagner; email madeleine@folioweekly. com or mail 45 W. Bay St., Ste. 103, Jacksonville FL 32202. Items run as space is available. Deadline noon Wed. for next Wed. printing.

FOLIO A+E : ARTS

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Artist Erin Kendrick on her SMART, SUBVERSIVE works and their place in 2018’s Through Our Eyes exhibit

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his year, the theme for the annual Through Our Eyes exhibit, “Celebrating 25 Years, Journey to South Africa: Struggle and Resistance” was designed to be wide enough so artists could access these ideas from different points of view and perspectives.

“I did not want to dictate to the artists what to paint,” said curator Adonnica Toler.

“Struggle and resistance can be race, sex, social status, self-awareness or health … whatever the artists wanted to focus on.” The title also touches on plans to take the show on the road. Some of the 27 artists whose works are on display will be selected to show their art in a sister city exhibit in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality of Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

In the 20th Century, discourse around struggle and resistance became part of wider discourse in large part due to artists like Lorna Simpson, Alison Saar, David Hammons and Radcliffe Bailey. Since then, the conversation has only grown more personal.

In part, one imagines, because of cellphone footage that regularly shows police officers killing unarmed civilians and then likening the dead man to a demon, or some other such self-justifying nonsense.

Of course, police brutality is not the sole means through which people of color are subjected to the systemic racism in our nation—nor is it the only topic artists tackle.

There is a historical lineage of multilevel suppression and Jacksonville-based Erin Kendrick tackles one of the more difficult-toquantify expressions of resistance.

Kendrick explains that the root of her works is in theorist bell hooks’ idea of the “oppositional gaze.” That’s the “power of looking” hooks based on historical accounts of slave-owners (men, women and children) punishing slaves for “looking,” for simply making eye contact with white people. She explained further that her work is meant to examine and amplify the experience of African-American women.

This takes the form of a portraiture that finds a corollary in high-fashion photographs and illustrations (with a soupçon of Elizabeth Peyton—but less smug and fey).

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BACK “Not only will I stare. I want my look to change reality,” wrote bell hooks in her seminal book, Black Looks: Race and Representation.

Looking at Kendrick’s paintings, her paintings look back. Her figures gaze coolly out at the viewer, challenging assumptions about portraiture and power in a similar lexicon to Kehinde Wiley’s, but within a research framework that looks to African and American traditions more than those of Europe and, in doing, perhaps touches more on photographic than painted antecedents.

In Kendrick’s portraits, the eyes of her subjects are exaggerated, recalling Sumerian sculptures. But while the eyes from the Tell Asmar Hoard seem rather supplicating and nervous, the eyes Kendrick renders feel calmly confident and blasé.

“For this show, I started out wanting to compare African-American feminism versus African feminism, and in the reading and research for that, I kept coming across this idea of ‘self-love.’ Self-love is necessary to overcome all these other things … racism, violence and then also, an extension of that: self-love being a political act,” said Kendrick (tacitly acknowledging the beauty she threads through her figures).

That idea then “migrated into the idea of Black presentation and how we show our blackness on our physical bodies.

So I looked at two tribes in Africa, who still today make physical changes to their bodies—not so much in a sense of beauty—

more to identify themselves as members of a tribe.”

Kendrick researched the Himba and Suni tribes. Himba members take red clay and cover their bodies and hair with it in order to achieve a reddish tint; Suni people paint bodies and faces and stretch their ears. According to Kendrick, these are “just superficial [changes] they just like to do.” But these cues also ser ve to identify each marked person as a member of a particular group.

The artist then elaborated that she “juxtaposed that with young AfricanAmerican women who tend to wear their membership to ‘the tribe’ like: the things they do to their hair and their bodies … so I made work about that, how we wear our blackness.”

Of her process, she said, “I start with a contour drawing using a Sharpie, then I use acrylic ink to layer the colors. I apply water to the canvas (or paper) with a brush in the place where I want the color to go. Then I apply the ink using an eye-dropper. I like to think of it as staining the surface. I relate it to the ways our identities are created over time. Layers and layers of history, prejudice, bias and teaching. I can only apply one or two colors per painting, per day, so it takes about two to three months to finish one. I usually work on about five or six at a time.”

The results are richly nuanced paintings that have a feeling of immediacy married to deliberateness. They, like much contemporary art, have multiple meanings, and these iterations suggest that while Kendrick is looking at identity politics, she’s also looking for a way to expand the conversation past the struggle. “I’m all for the resistance. My work has always been about the act of looking back.”

Madeleine Peck Wagner madeleine@folioweekly.com

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Celebrating 25 Years, Journey to South Africa: Struggle & Resistance runs Feb. 1-June 7.

Family Day is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 3. The Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, Downtown, ritzjacksonville.com.

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FOLIO A+E : ARTS HENRY CHO makes his annual return to The Comedy Zone

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first few years of comedy, I worked 48 to 50 uccess in standup comedy, like weeks a year, all at clubs. The past decade or being a successful politician or more, I only do about six or seven comedy football player, is largely about being clubs a year; The Comedy Zone is one of my opportunistic, finding the right opening, regular stops.” the right angle, which is usually an obtuse You can tell how grounded he is by one. Comedians call it the “hook.” It was his response to a question I often ask in in Atlanta, 32 years ago, that Jerry Seinfeld interviews: What’s been his favorite thing told a young Henry Cho that he had the best to eat so far this year? “Our church hosts 14 hook he’d seen since Rodney Dangerfield, homeless men every Thursday night from arguably the greatest pure standup of allNovember to March,” he replies. “We share a time. “I had just started comedy, and his meal with them and give them a place to sleep opening act had to cancel, and I was the only and shower and do laundry. It’s called ‘Room clean comedian in the region, so I went to In the Inn’, and my family helped out recently.

Atlanta to open for him. He’s still a good pal/ It was simple chicken, potatoes and green mentor, and he helped me tremendously beans, but breaking bread with these men and early in my career.” watching my kids engage in conversations Cho’s hook was demographic in nature: with them was best meal of the year, by far.”

The son of first-generation immigrants from Like most comedians of his era, debuting South Korea, Cho was born in December on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson 1962 and raised in the Deep South— remains the highlight of his career. “I come Knoxville, Tennessee, to be exact. “It’s a from a time when that was a major hurdle. great town,” says Cho, who moved to LA in It used to take years to get that spot, lots of 1989 and now lives in nearby Nashville with hard work and hundreds of hours on stage, his wife and three children. It’s a big showbiz unlike today with YouTube, etc.” As for the town in its own right. “I love going home to future, there aren’t a lot of items left on his visit, and if Knoxville had a better airport professional bucket-list, but TV looms as to fly more places direct, I would’ve moved the final frontier. “I’ve had five deals in my my family there years ago.” This background career, two that I could’ve done and been endowed him with an accent that seemingly set financially for life, but the content was contradicts his appearance more starkly derogatory toward Asians, so I passed. Right than anyone this side of Danielle Bregoli. now I’m not in the game, as my kids are at The hook formed the foundation of a hugely the age where I need to be home, but they’re successful comedic career, but to his credit, getting older, so me and he’s never rested on his my TV pals are thinking laurels, and he hasn’t about pitching shows coasted on his gimmick.

HENRY CHO again in a couple years.”

Cho has worked all 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1-3; 9:45 p.m.

Feb. 2 & 3, The Comedy Zone, Whenever that happens, 50 states, performed on 3130 Hartley Rd., $18-$114.50, look for the hook. virtually every late-night comedyzone.com Off the stage, Cho lives talk show in his lifetime, as clean as he works; for been featured on a Bob him, “family values” is Hope “Young Comedians more than a catch-phrase. “I basically do the Special,” and he’s a regular at the historic Grand Old Opry. Through all that, though, same show in Vegas as I’d do in a church,” Jacksonville has a special place in his heart. he says. “It’s adult humor, it’s just clean.” The “I’m an avid golfer, so working in Jacksonville closest Cho ever got to actual controversy has been a no-brainer,” he writes in an email. was his longtime domain-name dispute “My agent says I work Florida to play golf, with Great-Grandmaster Shihak Henry Cho and also do some shows while I’m there.”

(1934-2012), who ran the biggest Tae Kwon Cho’s ties to our city predate the 1989 Do studio in New York for 40 years. “How do opening of The Comedy Zone, where he’ll you dispute against a guy who can harm you be doing five shows Feb. 1, 2 and 3. “My in 100-plus ways? I asked him why he didn’t use the ‘S’, and was told they thought they’d first performance in that area was at the old get more hits using my name.”

Punchline on Baymeadows in 1988 or ’89,” Well, that is true—it happened when I was he says. “I did that club annually until it researching for this very article. closed. … I’m old-school, so having longtime relationships with club owners has been my Shelton Hull style, and Fred at the Zone is the best. My mail@folioweekly.com

THE VERVE PIPE performs high-energy East Lansing sound on Feb. 4 at Café Eleven, St. Augustine Beach.

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC CONCERTS THIS WEEK

G3 2018: JOE SATRIANI, PHIL COLLEN, JOHN PETRUCCI 7 p.m. Jan. 31, The Florida Theatre (FlaThtr), 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 355-2787, $35-$89.50, floridatheatre.com.

DJ CAPONE 9:30 p.m. Jan. 31, Cheers Park Avenue (Cheers), 1138 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-4855, $3.

WEST BROOK 8 p.m. Jan. 31, Blue Jay Listening Room (BlueJ), 2457B S. Third St., Jax Beach, bluejayjax.com.

TAD JENNINGS 9:30 p.m. Jan. 31, Surfer the Bar (SurfBar), 200 N. First St., Jax Beach, 372-9756.

ZOLOPHT, FOURBARREL BAND, JOHN PARKER URBAN TRIO 8 p.m. Jan. 31, Jack Rabbits (JackRab), 1528 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-7496, $8.

LEELYN OSBORN, COOKIN’ IN DA KITCHEN 6 p.m. Jan. 31, Prohibition Kitchen (ProKit), 119 St. George St., St. Augustine, prohibitionkitchenstaugustine, 209-5704.

JUNCO ROYALS 8 p.m. Feb. 1, BlueJ, $15.

TANYA TUCKER 8 p.m. Feb. 1, FlaThtr, $25-$55.

ASHTON TAYLOR 6 p.m. Feb. 1, Boondocks Grill & Bar (Boondox), 2808 Henley Rd., Green Cove Springs, 406-9497.

SOULO 6 p.m. Feb. 1, ProKit. CHRIS THOMAS BAND 8:30 p.m. Feb. 1, Whiskey Jax (WhisJax), 950 Marsh Landing Blvd., Jax Beach, 853-5973.

HARRIS BROTHERS 7 p.m. Feb. 1, Mudville Music Room (Mudville), 3104 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 352-7008, $10.

JOHN 5 & THE CREATURES, JACKIE STRANGER 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2, 1904 Music Hall (1904MH), 19 Ocean St., Downtown $17.

DEAD COUNTRY GENTLEMEN, LORETTO, LAKE DISNEY 8 p.m.

Feb. 2, JackRab, $8.

CHUCK NASH BAND 10 p.m. Feb. 2 & 3, Flying Iguana (FlyIg), 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach.

7TH STREET BAND 8:30 p.m. Feb. 2, WhisJax, Jax Beach.

RAISIN CAKE ORCHESTRA 6 p.m. Feb. 2, ProKit. BRUCE KATZ BAND Feb. 2, BlueJ, $25.

LIFT 9:30 p.m. Feb. 2, Cheers.

THE CHRIS THOMAS BAND 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2, Friends of Ponte Vedra Concert Hall (PVCHall) Terrace, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra, 209-0399.

MATT KNOWLES, JONATHAN LEE 7 p.m. Feb. 2, Boondox.

ROOTS OF A REBELLION, KAT HALL Feb. 2, SurfBar. ADAM ANT 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2, FlaThtr, $27.50-$49.

MARY WILSON 6:30 & 9 p.m. Feb. 3, Ritz Theatre (RitzTh), 829 N. Davis St., Downtown, 632-5555, $64.

LOYALS, EMERY 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3, Murray Hill Theatre (MurrHill), 932 Edgewood Ave. S., 388-7807, $20-$35.

HARD 2 HANDLE 6 p.m. Feb. 3, Boondox.

BOOGIE FREAKS 8:30 p.m. Feb. 3, WhisJax, Jax Beach.

FAT CACTUS 9:30 p.m. Feb. 3, Cheers.

SIXTIES SPECTACULAR: JAY & THE AMERICANS, THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE, DENNIS TUFANO (BUCKINGHAMS), BOB MIRANDA (THE HAPPENINGS) 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3, Thrasher-Horne Center (ThrshHrnCtr), 283 College Dr., Orange Park, 276-6750, $45-$72.

SPAFFORD, THE GROOVE ORIENT 8 p.m. Feb. 3, JackRab, $15.

JOE MULLINS & THE RADIO RAMBLERS 7 p.m. Feb. 3, Mudville, $10.

AMPLE ANGST, LUV U 6 p.m. Feb. 3, ProKit. SUN-DRIED VIBES, SOL RYDAH 9 p.m. Feb. 3, SurfBar. THE VERVE PIPE 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4, Café Eleven (Cafe11), 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, theoriginalcafe11.com, $22-$27.

BILLY BUCHANAN 7 p.m. Feb. 4, BlueJ. FEEDING FINGERS 9 p.m. Feb. 4, Nighthawks (NghtHwks), 2952 Roosevelt Blvd., Riverside, $8-$10.

VIRGIN FLOWER, FEEDING FINGERS, PASS/AGES, SEVERED + SAID 9 p.m. Feb. 5, JackRab, $8.

WES COBB 6 p.m. Feb. 5, ProKit. JAKE SHIMABUKURO 7 p.m. Feb. 6, PVCHall, $41-$51.

CHERYL & STEVE HUNT 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6, Ponte Vedra Library, 101 Library Blvd., 827-6950, free.

ASLYN & THE NAYSAYERS 6 p.m. Feb. 6, ProKit. NFFN ARTIST SHOWCASE 7 p.m. Feb. 7, Mudville, $10.

DJ CAPONE 9:30 Feb. 7, Cheers.

DIANA KRALL 8 p.m. Feb. 7, FlaThtr, $69.50-$125.

SEAN CLARK, UNCLE DAVE GRIFFIN, WILLIS GORE 7 p.m.

Feb. 7, BlueJ, $10.

LEELYN OSBORN, LPIII 6 p.m. Feb. 7, ProKit. TESSA VIOLET, SECRET MIDNIGHT PRESS, GIVE ME MOTION 7 p.m. Feb. 7, JackRab, $13.

FRONT PORCH SERIES: JOHN McCUTCHEON, GRANT PEEPLES 8 p.m. Feb. 8, PVCHall, $29.50-$33.50.

GO GET GONE 8:30 p.m. Feb. 8, WhisJax, Jax Beach.

RAMONA TRIO 6 p.m. Feb. 8, ProKit. MICHAEL FRANCIS McCARTHY 7 p.m. Feb. 8, BlueJ, $5.

CODY JINKS, WARD DAVIS, SUNNY SWEENEY 8 p.m. Feb. 8, FlaThtr, $18.50-$103.50.

MARK JOHNS 6 p.m. Feb. 8, Boondox.

ROGER THAT 9:30 p.m. Feb. 8, Cheers.

L.A. GUNS, BUDDERSIDE 8 p.m. Feb. 8, JackRab, $20.

THE KENNEDYS 7 p.m. Feb. 8, Mudville, $10.

UPCOMING CONCERTS

BRANDON LEINO Feb. 9, Boondox TESLA Feb. 9, FlaThtr SIDEWALK 65 Feb. 9, WhisJax, Jax Beach FORT DEFIANCE Feb. 9, BlueJ ERIC COLLETTE Feb. 9, Boondox IVAN & BUDDY, IVY LEAGUE Feb. 9, Cheers JOHN MORELAND Feb. 9, StAugAmp DECLAN McKENNA, CHAPPELL ROAN Feb. 9, 1904MH ELLAMENO BEAT, OF GOOD NATURE, N.W. IZZARD Feb. 9, JackRab OOGEE WAWA Feb. 9, SurfBar BARRETT THOMPSON, JONATHAN LEE Feb. 10, Boondox G LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE, KRISTY LEE Feb. 10, PVCHall LITTLE RIVER BAND, PABLO CRUISE Feb. 10, FlaThtr SALT & PINE Feb. 10, BlueJ IVY LEAGUE Feb. 10, Cheers THE LANGSTON HUGHES PROJECT Feb. 10, RitzTh

YOWSAH Feb. 10, WhisJax, Jax Beach SETH GLIER Feb. 11, Cafe11 UNDER THE STREETLAMP Feb. 11, PVCHall JOHN MORELAND, RUSTON KELLY Feb. 11, StAugAmp JASON EADY Feb. 11, Mudville BLUES TRAVELER, LOS COLOGNES Feb. 11, FlaThtr LESS THAN JAKE, FOUR YEAR STRONG, DIRECT HIT, BEARINGS Feb. 12, Mavericks ELIZABETH COOK, DARRIN BRADBURY Feb. 12, JackRab RIVER CITY RHYTHM KINGS Feb. 12, Mudville FORQ Feb. 13, 1904MH THE HOT SARDINES Feb. 13, FlaThtr QUEENS OF THE NIGHT Feb. 14, NghtHwks MISSISSIPPI JOHN HURT FOUNDATION BENEFIT Feb. 14, Mudville HEAVY FLOW Feb. 14, ShantyTown ERIC COLLETTE & COTY Feb. 15, Boondox HARDCASTLE, SWIMM Feb. 15, JackRab PUDDLES PITY PARTY Feb. 15, PVCHall BOTTLE ROCKETS, CHUCK PROPHET & THE MISSION EXPRESS Feb. 16, PVCHall CLOUD 9 Feb. 16, WhisJax, Jax Beach MOORS & McCUMBER Feb. 16, BlueJ MATT KNOWLES Feb. 16, Boondox TYRESE, JOE, AVANT, DONELL JONES, SILK Feb. 16, VetsMemArena WOOD CHICKENS, CONCRETE CRIMINALS Feb. 16, RainD BARRETT THOMPSON Feb. 16, Boondox ANDY JONES, LOVE MONKEY Feb. 16, Cheers CHRIS YOUNG Feb. 16, StAugAmp LOST STARS, FLIPTURN, SOUTHPOINT Feb. 16, 1904MH MEKLIT Feb. 17, MOSH THE DYNAMIC LES DeMERLE ORCHESTRA Feb. 17, Omni Amelia Island Plantation SUNJAMMER BAND Feb. 17, WhisJax, Jax Beach THE DOG APOLLO, WINTER WAVE, DENVER HALL Feb. 17, JackRab HEATHER LEE, JORDAN WYNN Feb. 17, BlueJ MARK JOHNS Feb. 17, Boondox LOVE MONKEY Feb. 17, Cheers RUNNER’S HIGH Feb. 17, NghtHwks SIERRA HULL Feb. 17, PVCHall WRONG WAY, CRANE Feb. 17, SurfBar DANIEL O’DONNELL Feb. 17, FlaThtr 21 BLUE!, LONGINEU PARSONS, TED SHUMATE Feb. 17, Mudville THE HEAVY PETS, BIG MEAN SOUND MACHINE, CUSTARD PIE, WHALE FAREL Feb. 17, 1904MH WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY, LOS LONELY BOYS Feb. 18, StAugAmp THE STOLEN/PATTERNIST Feb. 18, JackRab BARRY MANILOW Feb. 18, T-UCtr GORDON LIGHTFOOT Feb. 18, FlaThtr COLIN QUINN Feb. 18, PVCHall ROOTS OF CREATION Feb. 19, JackRab GEORGE BENSON Feb. 19, ThrshHrnCtr JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2018 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 19

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC ERIC JOHNSON, TOMMY TAYLOR, KYLE BROCK, ARIELLE Feb. 20, PVCHall SUGAR LIME BLUE Feb. 20, BlueJ HEATHER MALONEY Feb. 21, Cafe11 DIRTY CELLO Feb. 21, BlueJ ROBERT CRAY & HIS BAND Feb. 21, PVCHall RODRIGUEZ Feb. 21, FlaThtr LUKE PEACOCK Feb. 22, Mudville MATT KNOWLES Feb. 22, Boondox VEGAS GRAY Feb. 22, Cheers SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS, THE WOOLLY BUSHMAN Feb. 22, StAugAmp’s Front Porch JAMEY JOHNSON Feb. 22, FlaThtr DOYLE BRAMHALL II, BRANDY ZDAN Feb. 22, PVCHall MINDI ABAIR & THE BONESHAKERS, AIR SUPPLY Feb. 23, RitzTh LIP BONE REDDING Feb. 23, BlueJ MARK JOHNS, BLISTUR Feb. 23, Cheers LYNDIE BURRIS Feb. 23, Boondox PARTY CARTEL Feb. 23, WhisJax, Jax Beach JAMIE DeFRATES, MIKE SHACKELFORD, LARRY MANGUM Feb. 23, Mudville EARTHKRY, I-RESOLUTION Feb. 23, SurfBar ZEB PADGETT Feb. 23, Boondox CHRIS BARRON Feb. 23, Cafe11 JUSTIN SYMBOL & THE GOD BOMBS Feb. 23, JackRab GEORGE WINSTON Feb. 23, PVCHall THE BLACKWATER SOL REVUE: JJ GREY & MOFRO, LOS LOBOS, NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS, MARCUS KING BAND, MORE Feb. 24, StAugAmp LUCKY STILL Feb. 24, WhisJax, Jax Beach BRANDON LEINO Feb. 24, Boondox THE EXPENDABLES, THROUGH THE ROOTS, PACIFIC DUB Feb. 24, StAugAmp’s Backyard Stage DAMON FOWLER Feb. 24, BlueJ BLISTUR Feb. 24, Cheers LITTLE JAKE & THE SOUL SEARCHERS Feb. 24, Mudville The WEEPIES Feb. 24, PVCHall ERIC COLLETTE Feb. 24, Boondox UNKNOWN HINSON, J.D. WILKES CD RELEASE FIRE DREAM Feb. 24, JackRab MAVIS STAPLES Feb. 25, PVCHall The MOUNTAINTOP Feb. 27, RitzTh MICHAEL McDONALD Feb. 27, FlaThtr JORMA KAUKONEN Feb. 27, PVCHall WILD ADRIATIC Feb. 28, SurfBar CANDLEBOX, STATE TO STATE Feb. 28, PVCHall BLACKBERRY SMOKE March 1, FlaThtr CAIN’T NEVER COULD, LARA HOPE & THE ARKTONES March 1, NghtHwks CHAD JASMINE March 1, BlueJ GINGER BEARD MAN March 1, Cheers NIGHT OF BEE GEES March 1, ThrshHrnCtr MURIEL ANDERSON March 1, Mudville RAGLAND March 1, JackRab DIXIE DREGS March 1, PVCHall TOWER OF POWER March 2, PVCHall PHILLIP PHILLIPS March 2, FlaThtr JIMMY GNECCO March 2, JackRab BARRETT THOMPSON, LYNDIE BURRIS March 2, Boondox BOBBY LEE RODGERS March 2, BlueJ GRANT PEEPLES March 2, Mudville FLEET FOXES March 2, StAugAmp JOHN HAMMOND March 3, PVCHall THE GEORGIA FLOOD March 3, JackRab JUSTIN MOORE, DYLAN SCOTT March 3, StAugAmp

TIERNEY SUTTON BAND March 4, RitzTh KNOCKED LOOSE, TERROR, JESUS PIECE, STONE March 4, 1904MH ANA POPOVIC March 7, PVCHall SEAN CLARK, UNCLE DAVE GRIFFIN, WILLIS GORE March 7, BlueJ SONREAL March 8, JackRab SARAH SHOOK & THE DISARMERS March 8, BlueJ ANDY McKEE March 8, PVCHall 25TH ANNUAL GUITAR GATHERING: THE LOS ANGELES GUITAR QUARTET March 8, FlaThtr; DASotA benefit CELTIC MUSIC & HERITAGE FESTIVAL: EMMET CAHILL, DUBLIN CITY RAMBLERS, SEVEN NATIONS, RATHKELTAIR, EMISH, ALBANNACH, ENTER THE HAGGIS, STEEL CITY ROVERS, HOUSE OF HAMILL March 9-11, Francis Field, St. Augustine TRAVIS TRITT, THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND, THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND, THE OUTLAWS March 9, StAugAmp COAST MODERN March 9, JackRab RESONANT ROGUES March 9, BlueJ AN EVENING YOU’LL FORGET FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE: STEVE MARTIN, MARTIN SHORT, THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS, JEFF BABKO March 9, T-UCtr BIANCA DEL RIO March 10, PVCHall VELVET CARAVAN March 10, RitzTh SIDELINE March 10, Mudville KOLARS, ESCONDIDO, THE KATE RAYS March 10, JackRab BILLY BUCHANAN March 10, BlueJ EARTH, WIND & FIRE March 10, FlaThtr BRAD PAISLEY, CHASE BRYANT March 10, StAugAmp MOTOWN THE MUSICAL March 10 & 11, T-UCtr RAISING CADENCE March 11, JackRab INDIGO GIRLS March 11, PVCHall THE TENDERLOINS March 11, StAugAmp THE IRISH ROVERS March 11, FlaThtr THE MARVIN GAYE EXPERIENCE March 11, ThrshHrnCtr KEITH HARKIN March 11, BlueJ RIVER CITY RHYTHM KINGS March 12, Mudville BAY KINGS BAND March 12, BlueJ ROBIN TROWER March 13, PVCHall THE DRUGSTORE GYPSIES March 13, JackRab ANITA BAKER March 14, T-UCtr LARRY MANGUM March 15, Mudville FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD TOUR: ELTON JOHN March 15, VetsMemArena MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET March 15, T-UCtr AMPLE ANGST, DAVE EGGAR March 15, BlueJ JOE JENCKS March 16, Mudville DAVE EGGER ORCHESTRA March 16, StAugAmp STEVE HOFSTETTER March 16, JackRab HOTEL EXPERIENCE: A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES March 16, ThrshHrnCtr NAHKO, THE LATE ONES, XIUHTEZCATL March 16, PVCHall MIKE LOVE, JUNGLE MAN SAM March 16, 1904MH GET THE LED OUT March 16, FlaThtr FOREIGNER March 16, StAugAmp 1964 THE TRIBUTE: THE BEST BEATLES BAND ON EARTH March 17, StAugAmp WALKER BROTHERS, OLD DAWGS NEW TRIXX March 17, Mudville RANDALL BRAMBLETT March 17, BlueJ FLIPTURN, GLASS HOUSE POINT, ASTER & IVY, SOUTH POINT March 17, JackRab TIFFANY March 17, PVCHall COREY SMITH, THE WILSON BROTHERS BAND March 17, Mavericks

JAY & THE AMERICANS (pictured, c. 1964) headline this splendid nostalgia songfest, with The Brooklyn Bridge’s Les Cauchi and Joe Esposito, Dennis Tufano of The Buckinghams, and Bob Miranda of The Happenings, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at ThrasherHorne Center, Orange Park, $39 & up.

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ALICE COOPER March 18, FlaThtr A DAY TO REMEMBER, PAPA ROACH, FALLING IN REVERSE, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA March 20, StAugAmp VINYL THEATRE, VESPERTEEN March 20, JackRab DANIELLE MOHR March 21, BlueJ MIKE & THE MECHANICS March 21, PVCHall WALTER SALAS-HUMARA March 21, Mudville LUKE PEACOCK March 22, Mudville PAUL MILLER, STAN PIPER, STEFAN KLEIN March 22, BlueJ BUMPIN’ UGLIES, CLOUD9 VIBES March 22, JackRab MIKE SHACKELFORD March 23, Mudville STEEP CANYON RANGERS March 22, FlaThtr RODNEY CARRINGTON March 23, FlaThtr ROSE ROYCE, LENNY WILLIAMS, GLENN JONES, SHIRLEY MURDOCK, DENIECE WILLIAMS, REGINA BELLE March 24, T-UCtr’s Moran Theater JUVENILE, TOO-SHORT, SCARFACE, TRINA, UNCLE LUKE, 8BALL, MIG March 24, VetsMemArena DWIGHT & NICOLE March 24, BlueJ THREE DOG NIGHT, THE LORDS OF 52ND STREET March 25, FlaThtr WATAIN March 25, Mavericks FORTUNATE YOUTH, BALLYHOO, TATANKA March 28, Mavericks LOUDON WAINWRIGHT III, LUCY WAINWRIGHT ROCHE March 30, PVCHall DANGERMUFFIN March 30, Mudville UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER March 30, JackRab MOON STALKER March 31, Mudville RYAN DEPALO, PETER MICHAEL, MARK O’QUINN March 31, JackRab LONELY HEARTSTRING BAND April 4, Cafe11 JUNCO ROYALS April 4, BlueJ BUDDY GUY, JIMMIE VAUGHAN, QUINN SULLIVAN April 5, FlaThtr THE BAILSMEN April 5, BlueJ PRESSURE BUSS PIPE, BLACK DIAMOND BAND April 6, Mavericks HAWKTAIL April 6, BlueJ TOMMY EMMANUEL, ANTHONY SNAPE April 6 & 7, PVCHall SETH WALKER April 7, Mudville THAT 1 GUY April 8, JackRab ALL TIME LOW, GNASH, DREAMERS April 10, Mavericks COREY KILGANNON, OH JEREMIAH April 12, BlueJ STYX, DON FELDER April 13, StAugAmp AMANDA SHIRES & HER BAND April 13, PVCHall CHRIS BOTTI April 13, FlaThtr PINEBOX DWELLERS April 13, BlueJ THE BLACK ANGELS, BLACK LIPS April 14, Backyard Stage, StAugAmp JERSEY BOYS April 15, ThrshHrnCtr DR. DOG, KYLE CRAFT, SON LITTLE, ALEX G April 15, PVCHall ABBA THE CONCERT April 17, FlaThtr BRIAN CULBERTSON April 18, FlaThtr BRUCE COCKBURN April 19, PVCHall SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX April 19, FlaThtr WANEE 2018: WIDESPREAD PANIC, PHIL LESH & THE TERRAPIN FAMILY BAND, AS THE CROW FLIES, DARK STAR ORCHESTRA, ST. PAUL & THE BROKEN BONES, JAIMOE’S JASSZ BAND, THE CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD, NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS, KARL DENSON’S TINY UNIVERSE, WALTER TROUT, SONNY LANDRETH, THE MARCUS KING BAND, GEORGE PORTER JR. & THE RUNNING PARDNERS, SOUL REBELS, LES BROS, PINK TALKING FISH, BOBBY LEE ROGERS TRIO, BIG SOMETHING, BERRY OAKLEY’S INDIGENOUS SUSPECTS, MIDNIGHT NORTH, THE YETI TRIO, CRAZY FINGERS April 19, 20 & 21, Suwannee Music Park, Live Oak

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC THOMAS RHETT, BRETT YOUNG, CARLY PEARCE April 20, Dailys MODEST MOUSE April 21, StAugAmp ABRAHAM PARTRIDGE April 21, BlueJ OLD 97’s, JAMIE WYATT April 22, PVCHall DAVID FOSTER April 24, FlaThtr 10,000 MANIACS April 25, PVCHall JOHNNY MATHIS April 26, FlaThtr WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE: OZZY OSBOURNE, FOO FIGHTERS, AVENGED SEVENFOLD, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE, POP EVIL, PALAYE ROYALE, BLACK MAP, BILLY IDOL, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, GODSMACK, STONE SOUR, BLACK VEIL BRIDES, AVATAR, MORE April 27, 28 & 29, Metro Park BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY, JACKSONVILLE ROCK SYMPHONY: SGT. PEPPER’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR April 27, FlaThtr TAUK April 27, 1904MH YANNI April 27, StAugAmp ALAN PARSONS PROJECT, CARL PALMER April 28, FlaThtr LITTLE BIG TOWN, KACEY MUSGRAVES, MIDLAND May 4, StAugAmp TODRICK HALL May 4, PVCHall GYPSY STAR May 4, Mudville HERB ALPERT, LANI HALL May 4, FlaThtr DOUGLAS ANDERSON GUITAR STUDENT BENEFIT May 5, Mudville THE NATIONAL, BIG THIEF May 5, StAugAmp JAMES TAYLOR & HIS ALL-STAR BAND, BONNIE RAITT & HER BAND May 8, VetsMemArena JOE BONAMASSA May 10, StAugAmp REBECCA LONG BAND May 11, Mudville STEVE FORBERT May 12, Mudville MARC COHN & HIS TRIO May 13, PVCHall STEELY DAN, THE DOOBIE BROTHERS May 13, Dailys BAHAMAS May 14, PVCHall OH WONDER May 15, PVCHall ODESZA: 2018 A MOMENT APART TOUR May 16, Dailys ROCK THE ’70S GALA FLORIDA THEATRE BENEFIT May 19, FlaThtr ROD MacDONALD June 15, Mudville TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND, DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS, MARCUS KING BAND June 29, Dailys BARENAKED LADIES, BETTER THAN EZRA, KT TUNSTALL July 6, StAugAmp DON McLEAN July 27, PVCHall

LIVE MUSIC CLUBS AMELIA ISLAND + FERNANDINA

SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6652 King Eddie & the Pili Pili Band 6 p.m. Jan. 31. Tad Jennings Feb. 1. Hupp Feb. 2. Charlotte Parker Feb. 3

AVONDALE + ORTEGA

CASBAH CAFÉ, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores every Wed. Jazz every Sun. Live music every Mon. ECLIPSE, 4219 St. Johns Ave. KJ Free Tue. & Thur. Indie dance Wed. ’80s & ’90s dance Fri. MONTY’S/SHORES LIQUOR, 3644 St. Johns Ave., 389-1131 Side Hustle 10 p.m. Feb. 2. Vynl Feb. 3. Custard Pie Feb. 9

THE BEACHES

(ALL VENUES IN JAX BEACH UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED) ATLANTIC BEACH BREWING CO., 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 3 & 15, Atlantic Beach, 372-4116 Samuel Sanders 8 p.m. Feb. 3 BLUE JAY LISTENING ROOM, 412 N. Second St., 834-1315 West Brook 8 p.m. Jan. 31. Junco Royals Feb. 1.

Bruce Katz Band Feb. 2. Billy Buchanan Feb. 4. Sean Clark, Uncle Dave Griffin, Willis Gore Feb. 7. Michael Francis McCarthy Feb. 8 CULHANE’S IRISH PUB, 967 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 249-9595 Heather Wed. DJ Seven Thur. & Fri. Michael Funge Sun. FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR, 207 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 853-5680 Chuck Nash 10 p.m. Feb. 2 & 3 GREEN ROOM BREWING, 228 Third St. N., 201-9283 Big Jeff Feb. 2. Wes Cobb Feb. 3 GUSTO, 1266 Beach Blvd., 372-9925 Groov 7:30 p.m. Wed. Michael Smith Thur. Milton Clapp Fri. Under the Bus Sat. Robert Eccles Sun. LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 First St. N., 249-5181 Against the Grain 10 p.m. Feb. 2. The Rub Feb. 3 MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR, 110 First St., NB, 249-5573 Gypsies Ginger Wed. Mike Shackelford, Steve Shanholtzer Thur. Mezza Shuffle Mon. Trevor Tanner Tue. RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-7877 William Goin Jan. 31. Lunar Coast Feb. 1. Love Monkey Feb. 2 & 3 SURFER THE BAR, 200 First St. N., 372-9756 Tad Jennings 9:30 p.m. Jan. 31. Roots of a Rebellion, Kat Hall Feb. 2. SunDried Vibes, Sol Rydah Feb. 3 WHISKEY JAX, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., 853-5973 Chris Thomas Band 8:30 p.m. Feb. 1. 7th Street Band 8:30 p.m.

Feb. 2. Boogie Freaks Feb. 3. Go Get Gone Feb. 8

CAMDEN COUNTY, GA.

CAPTAIN STAN’S SMOKEHOUSE, 700 Bedell Dr., Woodbine, 912-729-9552 Some Hands 6 p.m. Jan. 31

DOWNTOWN

1904 MUSIC HALL, 19 Ocean St. N., 345-5760 John 5 & the Creatures, Jackie Stranger 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 DOS GATOS, 123 E. Forsyth St., 354-0666 DJ Brandon Thur.

DJ NickFresh Sat. DJ Randall Mon. DJ Hollywood Tue. JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 353-1188 Jason Evans Band 7 p.m.-mid. Feb. 2. Rick Arcusa Band 7 p.m.-mid. Feb. 3.

WildFire Rising 4-8 p.m. Feb. 4. Cain’t Never Could, The Crazy

Daysies Feb. 7. Everchange 6-10 p.m. Feb. 8. Spanky the Band 7 p.m.-mid. Feb. 9 MAVERICKS LIVE, Jax Landing, 356-1110 Less Than Jake 6:30 p.m. Feb. 12. Joe Buck, DJ Justin Thur.-Sat. MYTH NIGHTCLUB, 333 E. Bay St., 707-0474 Eliminate 9 p.m.

Feb. 2. Age of Aquarius Feb. 3

OVERSET

FLEMING ISLAND

BOONDOCKS, 2808 Henley Rd., Green Cove, 406-9497 Ashton Taylor 6 p.m. Feb. 1. Matt Knowles, Jonathan Lee Feb. 2. Cliff Dorsey, Hard 2 Handle Feb. 3. Mark Johns Feb. 8.

Brandon Leino Feb. 9 WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 Julia Gulia 9 p.m. Feb. 10

INTRACOASTAL

CLIFF’S, 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, 645-5162 Falling Forward 9 p.m. Jan. 31. Live music 10 p.m. Feb. 2 & 3 JERRY’S, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., 220-6766 Sidewalk 65 8:30 p.m. Feb. 2. Yowsah Feb. 3

MANDARIN

ENZA’S, 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 109, 268-4458 Brian Iannucci Jan. 31 & Feb. 4 TAPS BAR & GRILL, 2220 C.R. 210, St. Johns, 819-1554 Ken McAnlis 8 p.m. Jan. 31. Vegas Grey Feb. 2

ORANGE PARK + MIDDLEBURG CHEERS PARK AVENUE, 1138 Park Ave., 269-4855 DJ Capone 9:30 p.m. Jan. 31. Lonely Highway Feb. 1. Lift Feb. 2.

Fat Cactus Feb. 3. Roger That Feb. 8 DEE’S MUSIC BAR, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd., Ste. 140, 375-2240 DJ Troy Wed. THE HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959 John Michael on the piano every Tue.-Sat. THE ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Sirsy 10 p.m. Feb. 2. DJs Jamie & Big Mike every Thur.

PONTE VEDRA

PUSSER’S GRILLE, 816 A1A, 280-7766 Savanna Leigh Bassett 6 p.m. Jan. 31. Stephen Pigman 6 p.m. Feb. 1 TABLE 1, 330 A1A, 280-5515 Billy Bowers 6 p.m. Jan. 31.

Mark Stevens Feb. 1

RIVERSIDE + WESTSIDE

MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave., 388-7807 Loyals, Emery 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 NIGHTHAWKS, 2952 Roosevelt Blvd. Feeding Fingers 9 p.m.

Feb. 4 RAIN DOGS, 1045 Park St., 379-4969 Live music most weekends

ST. AUGUSTINE

ARNOLD’S LOUNGE, 3912 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., 824-8738 The Remains 9 p.m. Feb. 3 CAFE ELEVEN, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311 The Verve Pipe 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4 CELLAR UPSTAIRS, 157 King St., 826-1594 The Committee Feb. 3. Vinny Jacobs 2 p.m. Feb. 4 PROHIBITION KITCHEN, 119 St. George St., 209-5704 Leelyn Osborn, Cookin in da Kitchen 6 p.m. Jan. 31. Soulo 6 p.m.

Feb. 1. Raisin Cake Orchestra 6 p.m. Feb. 2. Ample Angst, Luv U 6 p.m. Feb. 3. Wes Cobb 6 p.m. Feb. 5. Aslyn & The Naysayers 6 p.m. Feb. 6. Leelyn Osborn, LPIII 6 p.m. Feb. 7.

Ramona Trio 6 p.m. Feb. 8 TEMPO, 16 Cathedral Pl., 342-0286 Jay Bird 7 p.m. Feb. 1.

Jax English Salsa Band 6 p.m. Feb. 4 TRADEWINDS LOUNGE, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Blistur Feb. 2 & 3

SAN MARCO

JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 Zolopht, Fourbarrel Band, John Parker Urban Trio 8 p.m. Jan. 31. Dead Country Gentlemen, Loretto, Lake Disney Feb. 2. Spafford, The Groove Orient Feb. 3. Virgin Flower, Feeding Fingers, Pass/ Ages, Severed + Said Feb. 5. Tessa Violet, Secret Midnight Press, Give Me Motion Feb. 7. L.A. Guns, Budderside Feb. 8 MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM, 3104 Atlantic Blvd., 352-7008 Harris Brothers Feb. 1. Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers Feb. 3. NFFN Artist Showcase Feb. 7. The Kennedys Feb. 8

SOUTHSIDE, ARLINGTON & BAYMEADOWS

BAHAMA BREEZE, 10205 River Coast Dr., 646-1031 King Eddie & the Pili Pili Band 6 p.m. Thur.

MELLOW MUSHROOM, 9734 Deer Lake Ct., 997-1955 Robbie & Felix Feb. 1. Courtnie Frasier Feb. 2. Ryan Campbell Feb. 3 WHISKEY JAX, 10915 Baymeadows Rd., 634-7208 North of 40 8:30 p.m. Feb. 2. Mojo Roux Feb. 4

SPRINGFIELD + NORTHSIDE

HYPERION BREWING CO., 1740 N. Main St., 518-5131 Live music most weekends & 2:30 p.m. every Sun. SHANTYTOWN PUB, 22 W. Sixth, 798-8222 Shehehe 7 p.m.

Feb. 2

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FOLIO DINING BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS’ newest location in San Marco serves the same smooth blends and robust flavors that got them voted Best Coffeehouse in our 2017 Best of Jax readers’ poll. photo by Madison Gross

AMELIA ISLAND + FERNANDINA BEACH

BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ, 1 S. Front St., 261-2660. On the water at Centre Street’s end. Southern hospitality, upscale atmosphere; daily specials, fresh local seafood, aged beef. $$$ FB L D Daily CAFÉ KARIBO, 27 N. Third St., 277-5269, cafekaribo.com.

F Family-owned café in historic building. Worldly fare, made-from-scratch dressings, sauces, desserts, sourcing fresh veggies, seafood. Dine in or al fresco under oakshaded patio. Microbrew Karibrew Pub brews beer onsite; imports. $$ FB K TO R, Su; L Daily, D Tu-Su in season THE CRAB TRAP, 31 N. Second St., 261-4749, ameliacrabtrap.com. F For nearly 40 years, family-ownedand-operated. Fresh local seafood, steaks, specials. HH. $$ FB L Sa-M; D Nightly JACK & DIANE’S, 708 Centre St., 321-1444, jackanddianescafe.com. Renovated 1887 shotgun house.

Faves: jambalaya, French toast, pancakes, mac & cheese, crêpes. Vegan items. Inside or porch overlooking historic area. $$ BW K TO B L D M, W, F, Sa; B L Su LA MANCHA, 2709 Sadler Rd., 261-4646, lamancharestaurante.com. Spanish, Portuguese fare, Brazilian flair. Tapas, seafood, steaks, sangria. Drink specials. AYCE paella Sun. $$$ FB K TO D Nightly LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 474272 S.R. 200, 844-2225. F SEE ORANGE PARK. MOON RIVER PIZZA, 925 S. 14th St., 321-3400, moonriverpizza.net. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Authentic Northern-style pizzas, 20-plus toppings, pie/slice.

Calzones. $ BW TO L D M-Sa THE MUSTARD SEED CAFÉ, 833 Courson Rd., 277-3141, nassauhealthfoods.net. Casual organic eatery, juice bar, in Nassau Health Foods. All-natural organic items, smoothies, juices, herbal teas, coffees, daily specials. $$ K TO B L M-Sa

DINING DIRECTORY KEY AVERAGE ENTRÉE COST $ $$

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ABBREVIATIONS & SPECIAL NOTES BW = Beer/Wine

L = Lunch

FB = Full Bar

D = Dinner Bite Club = Hosted Free Folio Weekly Bite Club Event F = Folio Weekly Distribution Spot

K = Kids’ Menu TO = Take Out B = Breakfast R = Brunch

To list your restaurant, call your account manager or call or text SAM TAYLOR, Folio Weekly publisher, at 904-860-2465 (email: staylor@folioweekly.com).

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POINTE RESTAURANT, 98 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-4851, elizabethpointelodge.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. In award-winning inn Elizabeth Pointe Lodge. Seaside dining; in or out. Hot buffet breakfast daily, full lunch menu.

Homestyle soups, specialty sandwiches, desserts. $$$ BW K B L D Daily THE SALTY PELICAN BAR & GRILL, 12 N. Front St., 277-3811, thesaltypelicanamelia.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner.

2nd-story outdoor bar. T.J. & Al offer local seafood, fish tacos, Mayport shrimp, po’boys, cheese oysters. $$ FB K L D Daily SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6652, slidersseaside.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. Oceanfront. Award-winning handmade crabcakes, fried pickles, fresh seafood. Open-air 2nd floor balcony, playground. $$ FB K L D Daily T-RAY’S BURGER STATION, 202 S. Eighth St., 261-6310, traysburgerstation.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/ favorite. Family-owned-and-operated 18+ years. Blue plate specials, burgers, biscuits & gravy, shrimp. $ BW TO B L M-Sa

ARLINGTON + REGENCY

LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 5, 724-5802.

F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK.

AVONDALE + ORTEGA

FOOD ADDICTZ GRILL, 1044 Edgewood Ave. S., 240-1987.

F Family-and-veteran-owned place is all about home cooking. Customer faves: barbecued pulled pork, blackened chicken, Caesar wrap and Portobello mushroom burger. $ K TO B L D Tu-Su HARPOON LOUIE’S, 4070 Herschel St., Ste. 8, 389-5631, harpoonlouies.net. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Locally owned & operated 20+ years. American pub. 1/2-lb. burgers, fish sandwiches, pasta. Local beers, HH. $$ FB K TO L D Daily MOJO NO. 4 URBAN BBQ & WHISKEY BAR, 3572 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 1, 381-6670, mojobbq.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/ favorite. Pulled pork and Carolina-style barbecue. Delta fried catfish. Avondale’s Mojo has shrimp & grits, specialty cocktails. Local musicians on weekends. $$ FB K TO L D Daily PINEGROVE MARKET & DELI, 1511 PineGrove Ave., 389-8655, pinegrovemarket.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. 40+ years. Burgers, Cubans, subs, wraps.

Onsite butcher, USDA choice prime aged beef. Craft beers.

Fri. & Sat. fish fry. $ BW TO B L D M-Sa RESTAURANT ORSAY, 3630 Park St., 381-0909, restaurantorsay.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

French/Southern bistro; local organic ingredients. Steak frites, mussels, pork chops. $$$ FB R, Su; D Nightly SIMPLY SARA’S, 2902 Corinthian Ave., 387-1000, simplysaras.net. F Down-home fare from scratch: eggplant fries, pimento cheese, baked chicken, fruit cobblers, chicken & dumplings, desserts. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Tu-Sa, B Sa SOUTH KITCHEN & SPIRITS, 3638 Park St., 475-2362, south.kitchen. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Southern classics: crispy catfish with smoked gouda grits, family-style fried chicken, burgers, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

BAYMEADOWS

AL’S PIZZA, 8060 Philips Hwy., Ste. 105, 731-4300. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE INTRACOASTAL. INDIA’S, 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8, 620-0777, indiajaxcom. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Authentic cuisine, lunch buffet. Curries, vegetables, lamb, chicken, shrimp, fish tandoori. $$ BW L M-Sa; D Nightly

DINING DIRECTORY LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 8616 Baymeadows Rd., 739-2498. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. METRO DINER, 9802 Baymeadows Rd., 425-9142. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE SAN MARCO. NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI, 11030 Baymeadows Rd., 260-2791. 2017 Best of Jax favorite.

SEE MANDARIN. PATTAYA THAI GRILLE, 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 646-9506, ptgrille.com. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite.

Since 1989, the family-owned place has offered an extensive menu of traditional Thai, vegetarian, new-Thai; curries, seafood, noodles, soups. Low-sodium & gluten-free. $$$ BW TO L D Tu-Sa THE WELL WATERING HOLE, 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 9, 737-7740, thewellwateringhole.com. Local craft beers, glass/bottle wines. Meatloaf sandwich, pulled Peruvian chicken, vegan black bean burgers. Gluten-free pizzas, desserts. HH specials. $$ BW K TO L M-F; D Tu-Sa WHISKEY JAX, 10915 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 135, 634-7208, whiskeyjax.com. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. Popular gastropub has craft beers, gourmet burgers, handhelds, signature plates, tacos and–sure–whiskey. HH M-F. $$ FB B Sa & Su; L F; D Nightly

BEACHES

(Venues are in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted.)

ANGIE’S SUBS, 1436 Beach Blvd., 246-2519. ANGIE’S GROM SUBS, 204 Third Ave. S., 241-3663. F 2017 Best of Jax winner. Fresh ingredients, 25+ years. Huge salads, blue-ribbon iced tea. Grom has Sun. brunch, no alcohol. $ K BW TO L D Daily BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS, 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 201, 374-5735. 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE RIVERSIDE. BREEZY COFFEE SHOP WINE BAR, 235 Eighth Ave. S., 241-2211, breezycoffeeshopcafe.com. Local beachy coffee & wine shop by day; wine bar by night. Fresh baked pastries, breakfast sandwiches all day. Grab-n-Go salads, cheeses, hummus. $ BW K TO B L D Daily The CRAFT PIZZA CO., 240 Third St. N., Neptune Beach, 853-6773, thecraftpizzaco.com. F Al Mansur’s new place has innovative pies made with locally sourced ingredients.

Dine inside or out. $$ BW L D Daily EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ, 992 Beach Blvd., 249-3001, europeanstreet.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

SEE RIVERSIDE.

OUTERBANKS SPORTS BAR & GRILLE, 140 The Lakes Blvd., Ste. H, Kingsland, 912-729-5499. Fresh seafood, burgers, steaks, wings. $$ FB TO D Nightly

DOWNTOWN

BELLWETHER, 100 N. Laura St., 802-7745, bellwetherjax.com.

Elevated Southern classics in an understated setting, with chef/owner Jon Insetta’s focus on flavors, and chef Kerri Rogers’ culinary creativity. The Northeast Florida menu changes seasonally. Rotating local craft beers, regional spirits, cold brew coffee program. $$ FB TO L M-F CASA DORA, 108 E. Forsyth, 356-8282, casadoraitalian.com.

F Serving Italian fare, 40+ years: veal, seafood, pizza.

Homemade salad dressing. $ BW K L M-F; D M-Sa OLIO MARKET, 301 E. Bay St., 356-7100, oliomarket.com.

F Scratch soups, sandwiches. Duck grilled cheese, seen on Best Sandwich in America. $$ BW TO B R L M-F; D F & Sa SPLIFF’S GASTROPUB, 15 N. Ocean St., 844-5000, spliffsgastropub.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Music venue has munchie apps, mac & cheese dishes, pockets, gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. HH M-F. $ BW L D M-Sa URBAN GRIND COFFEE COMPANY, 45 W. Bay, Ste. 102, 516-7799, urbangrind.coffee. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. Locally roasted whole bean brewed coffees, espressos, pastries, smoothies, bagels. Chicken/tuna salad, sandwiches. WiFi. $ B L M-F URBAN GRIND EXPRESS, 50 W. Laura St., 516-7799. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ABOVE. ZODIAC BAR & GRILL, 120 W. Adams St., 354-8283, thezodiacbarandgrill.com. 16+ years. Mediterranean cuisine, American fare, paninis, vegetarian dishes. Lunch buffet. Espressos, hookahs. HH M-F. $ FB L M-F; D W-Sa

FLEMING ISLAND

GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET, 1915 East-West Pkwy., 541-0009. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

SEE RIVERSIDE. MOJO SMOKEHOUSE, 1810 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 8, 264-0636.

F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE AVONDALE. WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198, whiteysfishcamp.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Real fish camp. Gator tail, freshwater catfish, daily specials, on Swimming Pen Creek. Tiki bar. Come by boat, bike or car. $ FB K TO L Tu-Su; D Nightly

GRILL ME!

ALEX SANTIAGO

Crispy's Springfield Gallery 1735 N. Main St. • Springfield

Born in: Jacksonville Years in Biz: 13 Favorite Restaurant: 13 Gypsies Favorite Cuisine Style: Latin Caribbean Go-To Ingredients: Pizza dough & cheese Ideal Meal: Rice & beans with a nice pernil & some tostones Will Not Cross My Lips: Capers Insider’s Secret: No crying in the kitchen.

Celebrity Sighting: Chef Grigsby Culinary Treat: Baked goods FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR, 207 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 853-5680, flyingiguana.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. Latin American: tacos, seafood, carnitas, Cubana fare. 100+ tequilas. $ FB TO L D Daily GUSTO, 1266 Beach Blvd., 372-9925, gustojax.com. F Classic Old World Roman fare, big Italian menu: homestyle pasta, beef, chicken, fish delicacies; open pizza-tossing kitchen. Reservations encouraged. $$ FB TO L R D Tu-Su HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE, 241 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 425-1025. 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE RIVERSIDE. LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 657 Third St. N., 247-9620. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. METRO DINER, 1534 3rd St. N., 853-6817. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE SAN MARCO. MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR, 1500 Beach Blvd., 247-6636. 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE AVONDALE. M SHACK, 299 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-2599, shackburgers.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. Burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes. Dine indoors or out. $$ BW L D Daily NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI, 1585 N. Third St., 458-1390. 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE MANDARIN. RAGTIME TAVERN SEAFOOD & GRILL, 207 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-7877, ragtimetavern.com. F 34 years and counting, the iconic seafood place serves blackened snapper, sesame tuna, Ragtime shrimp. Daily HH, brunch Sun. $$ FB L D Daily WHISKEY JAX, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., 853-5973. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE BAYMEADOWS.

CAMDEN COUNTY, GEORGIA

CAPTAIN STAN’S SMOKEHOUSE, 700 Bedell Dr., Woodbine, 912-729-9552. Barbecue, sides, hot dogs, burgers, desserts.

Dine in or out on picnic tables. $$ FB K TO L & D Tu-Sa LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 6586 GA. Hwy. 40 B6, St. Marys, 912-576-7006. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK.

INTRACOASTAL WEST

AL’S PIZZA, 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 31, 223-0991. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. 30 years of awesome gourmet pizza, baked dishes. All day HH M-Th. $ FB K TO L D Daily LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 14, 642-6980. F Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK.

MANDARIN + NW ST. JOHNS

AL’S PIZZA, 11190 San Jose Blvd., 260-4115. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE INTRACOASTAL. ATHENS CAFÉ, 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7, 733-1199, athenscafejax.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. 20+ years of Greek fare, serving dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), baby shoes (stuffed eggplant), Greek beers. Vegetarian-friendly.

Full bar. Early bird menu Mon.-Fri. $$ FB L M-F; D M-Sa FIRST COAST DELI & GRILL, 6082 St. Augustine Rd., 733-7477. Pancakes, bacon, sandwiches, burgers, wings. $ K TO B L Daily JAX DINER, 5065 St. Augustine Rd., 739-7070, jaxdiner.com. Simple name, simple concept: Local.

Chef Roderick “Pete” Smith, a local culinary expert with nearly 20 years under his apron, uses locally sourced ingredients from area farmers, vendors and the community for American and Southern dishes. Seasonal brunch. $ K TO B L M-F, D F METRO DINER, 12807 San Jose Blvd., 638-6185. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. Dinner. SEE SAN MARCO. MOJO BAR-B-QUE, 1607 University Blvd. W., 732-7200, mojobbq.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

SEE AVONDALE. NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI, 10000 San Jose Blvd., 260-6950, nativesunjax.com. 2017 Best of Jax favorite. Organic soups, baked items, sandwiches, prepared foods. Juice, smoothie, coffee bar. All-natural beer/wine. $ BW TO K B L D Daily

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DINING DIRECTORY BITE-SIZED BITE SIZED

San Marco’s BEARDED PIG offers a unique style of barbeque and a variety of local brews.

Murray Hill’s B Street Eats FILLS THE BILL

OVERSET

B HAPPY,

B HUNGRY

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Festive music plays as you salsa through the door, and right away, you’re in the mood for good food. Prepare to be stunned by the amazing wall— hundreds, maybe thousands, of cross-sections of locally sourced tree trunks, all sizes, all kinds of trees, bark-to-bark, like wood paneling on acid. Nice.

While your friends take selfies, peruse the menu—we’re here for the food, after all. Get a sandwich, a salad or box with well-marinated, slow-cooked proteins: 3-day pork, vegan jackfruit or chicken.

This 3-Day Pork thing is a marvel. It’s tender, juicy and mega-flavorful. We ordered Cerdo Con Queso, aka Cheesy Pig ($11.50). When I found out Village Bread rolls were involved, it had to be mine.

The toasted baguette includes a full romaine leaf, housemade plum chutney, a wedge or two of creamy brie and Havarti cheese slices. The ample amount of pork nestles down within all this, sprinkled with super-good pickled banana peppers.

B STREET EATS

1173 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 503-8489, bstreeteats.com

I wanted to try a salad because, let’s face it, salads are usually inferior to a good sandwich.

However, Salsa de Vida, aka Spice of Life ($9.50), really showed up when it came to taste, salad be damned. The coconut marinated chicken, cut into good-sized chunks and grilled, has a slight sweetness and a definite tenderness from the coconut milk. You feel as if you could get the same results at home—a coconut milk marinade is easy, right!? And yes … yes, you can, but if you want a pro to do it, this is the place. The salad was surprisingly satisfying, with ample mango mayo dressing (probably negates the salad’s health benefits, but who’s watching?), avocado and (my favorite) vibrant, housemade pickled red onions!

Each bite endowed me with a nice crispy crunch— the lowly salad option is elevated at B Street.

If you want something besides a sandwich or a salad, The Box is for you. The De Todo un Poco (or Some of Everything) is aptly named; it involves a nice variety of stuff. You get roasted sweet onions, lime rice, black beans (with a nifty little kick) and caramelized plantains. Add your protein: chicken or pork ($11) or fruta loca (crazy fruit, $11.50).

The awesome lunch special is worth a mention—for $9.50, you get a choice of a halfsandwich, with molten queso, chips and a soda. Just the right amount to keep you happy until dinner.

Start or finish off the meal with one of the signature beverages, like horchata, a milky drink with cinnamon (not vegan). It’s creamy and refreshing—not too sweet, just right paired with the food. Salsa out, happy and full, dreaming of your next visit to B Street Eats.

ORANGE PARK

THE HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959, hilltop-club.com.

Southern fine dining. New Orleans shrimp, certified Black Angus prime rib, she-crab soup, desserts. Extensive bourbon selection. $$$ FB D Tu-Sa LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 1330 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 165, 276-7370. 1545 C.R. 220, 278-2827. 700 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 15, 272-3553. 5733 Roosevelt Blvd., 446-9500. 1401 S. Orange Ave., Green Cove, 284-7789, larryssubs.com. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. Larry’s piles ’em high, serves ’em fast; 36+ years. Hot & cold subs, soups. Some Larry’s serve breakfast. $ K TO B L D Daily METRO DINER, 2034 Kingsley Ave., 375-8548. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. Dinner nightly. SEE SAN MARCO. The ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611, roadhouseonline.net. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite.

Sandwiches, wings, burgers, quesadillas for 35+ years. 75+ imported beers. Live music. $ FB L D Daily SPRING PARK COFFEE, 328 Ferris St., Green Cove Springs, 531-9391, springparkcoffee.com. F Cozy shop; freshroasted Brass Tacks coffee, handcrafted hot & cold drinks, specialty lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, teas, pastries, sandwiches, breakfast. $ B L D Daily

PONTE VEDRA BEACH

AL’S PIZZA, 635 A1A, 543-1494. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE INTRACOASTAL. LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 830 A1A N., Ste. 6, 273-3993. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. M SHACK NOCATEE, 641 Crosswater Pkwy., 395-3575. F 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE BEACHES. METRO DINER, 340 Front St., Ste. 700, 513-8422. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE SAN MARCO.

RIVERSIDE, 5 PTS + WESTSIDE

13 GYPSIES, 887 Stockton St., 389-0330, 13gypsies.com.

2017 Best of Jax winner. Authentic Mediterranean cuisine: chorizo, tapas, blackened cod, pork skewers, coconut mango curry chicken. Breads from scratch. $$ BW L D Tu-Sa, R Sa AL’S PIZZA, 1620 Margaret St., Ste. 201, 388-8384. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE INTRACOASTAL. BIG OAK BBQ & CATERING, 1948 Henley Rd., Middleburg, 214-3041. 1440 Dunn Ave., 757-2225, bigoakbbqfl.com.

Family-owned-and-operated barbecue joints have smoked chicken, pulled pork, ribs, sides and stumps, which sounds damn good. $$ K TO L D M-Sa BLACK SHEEP, 1534 Oak St., 355-3793, blacksheep5points.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. New American, Southern; local source ingredients. Specials, rooftop bar. HH. $$$ FB R Sa & Su; L M-F; D Nightly BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS, 869 Stockton St., Ste. 1, 855-1181, boldbeancoffee.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner.

Small-batch, artisanal approach to sourcing and roasting single-origin, direct-trade coffees. Signature blends, handcrafted syrups, espressos, craft beers. $ BW TO B L Daily CORNER TACO, 818 Post St., 240-0412, cornertaco.com.

Made-from-scratch “Mexclectic street food,” tacos, nachos, gluten-free, vegetarian options. $ BW L D Tu-Su CUMMER CAFÉ, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummer.org. 2017 Best of Jax winner. Light lunch, quick bites, locally roasted coffee, espresso-based drinks, sandwiches, desserts, daily specials.

Dine in or in gardens. $ BW K L D Tu; L W-Su Brentley Stead EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ, 2753 Park St., 384-9999. biteclub@folioweekly.com 2017 Best of Jax winner. 130+ import beers, 20 on tap.

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GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET, 2007 Park St., 384-4474, thegrassrootsmarket.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner.

Juice bar uses certified organic fruits, veggies. Artisanal cheeses, 300 craft, import beers, 50 organic wines, produce, meats, vitamins, herbs, wraps, sides, sandwiches. $ BW TO B L D Daily HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE, 1001 Park St., 508-0342, hawkerstreetfare.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. Authentic dishes from mobile stalls: BBQ pork char sui, beef haw fun, Hawkers baos, chow faan, grilled Hawker skewers. $ BW TO L D Daily IL DESCO, 2665 Park St., 290-6711, ildescojax.com.

Authentic Italian cuisine; wood-fired pizzas, pasta, baked Italian dishes, raw bar, spaghetti tacos. Daily HH. $$-$$$ FB K TO L D Daily JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILLE, 474 Riverside Ave., 356-8055.

Casual spot offers made-to-order sandwiches, wraps. $ TO B L M-Sa LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 1509 Margaret St., 674-2794. 7895 Normandy Blvd., 781-7600. 8102 Blanding Blvd., 779-1933.

F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. METRO DINER, 4495 Roosevelt Blvd., 999-4600. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE SAN MARCO. MOON RIVER PIZZA, 1176 Edgewood Ave. S., 389-4442.

F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE AMELIA ISLAND. M SHACK, 1012 Margaret St., 423-1283. 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE BEACHES. SOUTHERN ROOTS FILLING STATION, 1275 King St., 513-4726, southernrootsjax.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. Fresh vegan fare; local, organic ingredients. Specials, on bread, local greens/rice, change daily. Sandwiches, coffees, teas. $ Tu-Su SUN-RAY CINEMA, 1028 Park St., 359-0047, sunraycinema.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner. First-run, indie and art films screened. Beer, local drafts, wine, pizza–Godbold, Black Lagoon Supreme–hot dogs, hummus, sandwiches, popcorn, nachos, brownies. $$ BW Daily SUSHI CAFÉ, 2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 204, 384-2888, sushicafejax.com. F Monster, Rock-n-Roll, Dynamite Roll.

Hibachi, tempura, katsu, teriyaki. Inside/patio. $$ BW L D Daily

ST. AUGUSTINE

AL’S PIZZA, 1 St. George St., 824-4383. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. SEE INTRACOASTAL. The CORAZON CINEMA & CAFE, 36 Granada St., 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com. F Sandwiches, combos, salads and pizza are served at the cinema house, showing indie and first-run movies. $$ Daily CRUISERS GRILL, 3 St. George St., 824-6993. SEE BEACHES. THE FLORIDIAN, 72 Spanish St., 829-0655, thefloridianstaug.com. Updated Southern fare; fresh, local ingredients. Vegetarian, gluten-free options. Signature fried green tomato bruschetta, blackened fish cornbread stack; grits w/shrimp/fish/tofu. $$$ BW K TO L D W-M GYPSY CAB COMPANY, 828 Anastasia Blvd., 824-8244, gypsycab.com. F 34+ years. Varied urban cuisine menu changes twice daily. Signature: Gypsy chicken. Seafood, tofu, duck, veal. $$ FB R Su; L D Daily MARDI GRAS SPORTS BAR, 123 San Marco Ave., 347-3288, mardibar.com. F Lively spot has wings, nachos, shrimp, chicken, Phillys, sliders, soft pretzels. $$ FB TO L D Daily METRO DINER, 1000 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd., 758-3323. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite. Dinner nightly. SEE SAN MARCO. MOJO OLD CITY BBQ, 5 Cordova St., 342-5264, mojobbq. com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE AVONDALE. SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK, 321 A1A, 217-3256. F SEE BEACHES. WOODPECKER’S BACKYARD BBQ, 4930 S.R. 13, 531-5670, woodpeckersbbq.weebly.com. F Smoked fresh daily.

Brisket, ribs, pork, sausage, turkey: in sandwiches, plates by the pound. 8 sauces, 10 sides. $$ TO L D Tu-Su

SAN MARCO + SOUTHBANK

THE BEARDED PIG SOUTHERN BBQ & BEER GARDEN, 1224 Kings Ave., 619-2247, thebeardedpigbbq.com. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. Barbecue joint Southern style: brisket, pork, chicken, sausage, beef; veggie platters. $$ BW K TO Daily BISTRO AIX, 1440 San Marco Blvd., 398-1949, bistrox.com. F Mediterranean/French inspired menu changes seasonally. 250+ wines. Wood-fired oven-baked, grilled specialties: pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks, seafood.

Hand-crafted cocktails, specialty drinks. Dine outside.

HH M-F. $$$ FB L D Daily BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS, 1905 Hendricks Ave. 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE RIVERSIDE. EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ, 1704 San Marco Blvd., 398-9500.

F 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE RIVERSIDE. FUSION SUSHI, 1550 University Blvd. W., 636-8688, fusionsushijax.com. Upscale; fresh sushi, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki, katsu, seafood. $$ K L D Daily HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR, 2578 Atlantic Blvd., 399-0609, havanajax.com. F 2017 Best of Jax winner.

Bite Club certified. Cuban sandwiches are the real thing: big, thick, flattened. Traditional fare: black beans & rice, plantains, steaks, seafood, chicken & rice, roast pork. Spanish wine, drink specials, mojitos, Cuba libres. Nonstop HH. $ FB K L D Daily METRO DINER, 3302 Hendricks Ave., 398-3701, metrodinercom. F 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Original upscale diner in a historic 1930s-era building.

Meatloaf, chicken pot pie, soups. This one serves dinner nightly. $$ B R L D Daily TAVERNA, 1986 San Marco Blvd., 398-3005, tavernasanmarco.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner/favorite.

Chef Sam Efron’s authentic Italian; tapas, wood-fired pizza.

Seasonal local produce, meats. Craft beer (some local), award-winning wine. $$$ FB K TO R L D Daily

SOUTHSIDE + TINSELTOWN

ALHAMBRA THEATRE & DINING, 12000 Beach Blvd., 641-1212, alhambrajax.com. 2017 Best of Jax winner.

Open 50 years. Executive Chef DeJuan Roy’s themed menus.

Reservations. $$ FB D Tu-Su EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ, 5500 Beach Blvd., 398-1717. F 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE RIVERSIDE. LARRY’S SUBS, 3611 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., 641-6499. 4479 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., 425-4060. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. MARIANAS GRINDS, 11380 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, 206-612-6596. F Pacific Islander fare, chamorro culture.

Soups, stews, fitada, beef oxtail, katden pika; empanadas, lumpia, chicken relaguen, BBQ-style ribs, chicken. $$ TO B L D Tu-Su M SHACK, 10281 Midtown Pkwy., 642-5000. F 2017 Best of Jax winner. SEE BEACHES.

SPRINGFIELD + NORTHSIDE

ANDY’S GRILL, 1810 W. Beaver St., 354-2821, jaxfarmersmarket.com. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite.

Inside Jax Farmers Market. Local, regional, international produce. Breakfast, sandwiches. $ B L D M-Sa LARRY’S GIANT SUBS, 12001 Lem Turner Rd., 764-9999. F 2017 Best of Jax favorite. SEE ORANGE PARK. UPTOWN KITCHEN & BAR, 1303 Main St. N., 355-0734, uptownmarketjax.com. F Bite Club certified. Fresh fare, innovative menus, farm-to-table selections, daily specials. $$ BW TO B L Daily

PINT SIZED PINT-SIZED

MARC finds much to quench his thirst at sea

BREWS

CRUISE ON A CHILLY THURSDAY MORNING, I LUGGED AN overstuffed suitcase and two smaller bags to the bag drop area at JaxPort. A smiling uniformed porter took our luggage and my wife and I embarked upon a four-day cruise on Carnival’s Elation. With two ports of call—Freeport and Nassau in The Bahamas—I was looking forward to visiting a few local breweries and sipping some cold ones onboard.

Within minutes, we found our way to the bar. My wife ordered a fruity rum drink and I ordered a Thirsty Frog Red, Carnival’s private label brew and one of several beers on tap. I found this beer produced

by AnheuserBusch to be tasty and refreshing–but maybe it was the sea air. Over the course of four evenings, I sampled quite a few of the ship’s beers, ranging from imports like Heineken and Foster’s to Sam Adams’ Rebel IPA, along with the usual suspects.

The variety of beers on Carnival ships wasn’t always so diverse. There was a time when thirsty cruisers could choose only macro brews. Enter Vice President of Beverage Operations Edward “Eddie” Allen.

“I’ve been with Carnival six years now,” Allen said, as we discussed Carnival’s craft beer program. “As a beer drinker myself, I was rather disappointed in what we were

serving. I wanted to take this opportunity to change what we were doing.”

So, with the help of a dedicated research staff, Allen sought to expand the selection.

“We wanted to work with true craft breweries,” Allen explained. “Our guests were demanding a better beer onboard. So we started looking at how we could offer that.”

After much tasting, Allen and his team decided to expand fleet-wide with beers like Sam Adams’ Rebel IPA; they also came up with a regional program that put home port brews onboard. Thus, Alaskan cruisers can enjoy Alaskan Brewing Co.’s Amber Ale and cruises from Galveston stock Shiner Bock, among others.

“We chose based on quality,” Allen said.

Walking through Elation’s main buffet dining area, I noticed an odd machine off to the side. Upon closer inspection, I was elated (see what I did there?!) to find that it was a self-serve beer dispenser! The premise is simple: Take a plastic cup from the holder, swipe your stateroom key and pour your own delicious, golden brew.

The machine keeps track of the number of ounces poured and bills your stateroom accordingly.

The self-pour machine was perfect for grabbing a quick beer on my way to one of the ship’s many entertainments.

On Sunday, Jan. 21, it was invaluable as a source of refreshment during the Jaguars game shown on a big screen in one of the ship’s theaters, as well as on smaller TVs throughout the ship.

Allen summed things up nicely: “I mean, what’s better than drinking some of America’s amazing craft beers while you’re on vacation, relaxing with friends and family up on the pool deck, looking at the ocean? That’s an opportunity to really enjoy a beer!”

I also hit several breweries in The Bahamas, so be sure to catch next week’s Pint-Sized column.

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AMERICANS HAVE A LOT OF PARTY DAYS: Fourth of July, New Year’s Eve, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and so on. The undisputed king of party days, however, is Super Sunday.

More Americans attend parties on this cold February day than any other party day all year. It’s the last football game for six long, agonizing months. I’ve put together a few Super ideas for your game day snacks.

The usual suspects are tired, monotonous. This includes the everpopular spinach-and-artichoke dip. I like to think of it as the green bean casserole of party foods, ’cause all the ingredients are canned or frozen. A real shoemaker’s dream come true: Grind it up, slap it in a casserole and bake until your bubbly mess of sodium, preservatives and fat is golden brown. YUM! Another ho-hum is the infamous seven-layer dip. What a genius creation! Seven separate prepared foods carefully layered so they wind up with the aroma and consistency of regurgitated baby food. It’s to die for! (Yet after a few Bud Lights, who really cares?)

It doesn’t have to be that way. Simple, traditional Super Bowl party food can easily be outstanding. Here are some Cheffed-Up ideas to get you going.

If you must have wings, try something a little out of the ordinary, like Asian sticky wings. When I make them, I need only one pot, in which I partially fry the wings, remove them, drain excess fat and make my sauce in the same pan. Then I return the wings and simmer till they’re cooked through and the sauce has reduced to a sticky, salty, citrusy, spicy thing of goodness.

Pigs-in-a-blanket, another party favorite, has tons of potential. Instead of insipid, bland cocktail weenies, try kielbasa sausage. First, cut off the pointy ends, then poke every half-inch with a toothpick on two sides and soak in a good pilsner for several hours. Then dry them, roll in puff pastry, egg wash and bake. After they’ve cooled a bit, cut into bite-sized pieces and serve with a beer-infused mustard.

The Jags may have LOST, but your party can still be a WINNER I could go on and on about fun little twists on Super Bowl snacks, but I’m out of room. Try this recipe for a savory pâté à choux. It’s a winner!

CHEF BILL’S GRUYERE & PROSCIUTTO PUFFS

Ingredients • 4 ounces butter • 1/2 tsp. coarse salt • 1 cup water • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 4 eggs • 1/2 tsp. black pepper • 1/2 cup country ham, finely chopped • 1/2 cup shredded gruyere, plus 36 • half-inch cubes Directions 1. Bring butter, salt and water to a boil 1. over medium heat.

2. Stir in the flour, beating vigorously to 1. incorporate. Continue to beat over heat 1. until a ball forms and begins to pull 1. away from the sides—about 2 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and cool for a 1. couple minutes. Transfer to a bowl, 1. beat the eggs in one at a time. When 1. all eggs are incorporated, mix in the 1. ham, cheese and pepper.

4. Place mix in a piping bag with a star 1. tip and pipe 1-1/2 inch rosettes on a 1. silt pat, press a small crater in the 1. middle of each rosette and bake at 1. 400°F for 25-30 minutes.

5. Place one cube of cheese in each 1. crater and continue to bake until 1. cheese is melted.

Until we cook again,

Chef Bill Thompson cheffedup@folioweekly.com

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Email Chef Bill Thompson, owner of Fernandina Beach’s Amelia Island Culinary Academy, at cheffedup@folioweekly.com, for inspiration and get Cheffed-Up!

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BY HOSPITALIZATION As his life hung in the balance, Russell Kaetsu thought of only one thing: HIS BELOVED BABY GIRL THERE’S NOTHING LIKE HAVING YOUR BEST FRIEND ride shotgun on a long stretch of highway, especially if that friend is four-legged. The bond a trucker has with his dog is much like the bond a parent has with a child—made unbreakable by the glue of mutual need.

Long-distance trucker Russell Kaetsu and his Baby Girl have been a bonded pair for years, just like two peas in a pod. They eat, sleep, play and go everywhere together.

That is, they did until he suffered a medical emergency while driving his rig through Jacksonville. Not only was his own life in the balance, he was almost permanently separated from his beloved pup. Even as he was headed for an operating room miles from home, Kaetsu wasn’t worried about himself, just his Baby Girl. I’ll let her take the wheel and tell the story.

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It happened like this: One minute we were cruising down the interstate, and the next we pulled into a truck stop. My human wasn’t feeling well, so I sat by his side until help arrived and took him away. I was left stranded, with enough food and water for three days. One thing led to another and I was soon rescued by a trucker from Tennessee who got me out of the truck and into the arms of Pet Rescue North.

We are our only family. Kaetsu has no relatives in the States, and I’m not sure what became of my littermates, but we’ve got each other, and that’s a lot. When he found out he needed open-heart surgery, Peggy, a nice lady from Pet Rescue North, stepped up to take care of me during his recovery. She told me not to worry, that she would find a way to keep us together. He’s still in the

hospital, but she sends him pictures of me daily, and saves his voicemails so I can hear his voice. Still, Russell was feeling low and lonely. Pet Rescue North posted information about our situation on social media, and the outpouring of support was remarkable.

The community really rallied around him to lift his spirts. People sent him cards, others even visited him in the hospital.

I’ve made some new friends, too, and have adjusted to my new surroundings, but I miss my dad and think about him a lot. He’s much recovered, but still too weak for a quick visit with me. I hope we’ll reunite soon; I’ll be so happy to see him and get back to spending our lives together.

Everyone here has been so nice, we’re both thinking we could call Jacksonville home.

Sometimes pets are the forgotten victims in a medical emergency. While their owners are being treated, there can be a desperate search to find a caretaker. Fortunately, there are nonprofit organizations, like Pet Rescue North, dedicated to rescuing, fostering and—if necessary—finding forever homes for pets, and caring for beloved animals for people who are hospitalized, ensuring they receive care until the owner is recovered.

Davi mail@folioweekly.com ____________________________________ Volunteers have started a GoFundMe to help Russell Kaetsu get an apartment when he recovers; gofundme.com/home-for-russell-andbabygirl. Follow his journey on Pet Rescue North’s Facebook page; learn more about the organization at petrescuenorth.com.

Davi the dachshund sends healing thoughts and belly rubs to Russell and Baby Girl.

PET TIP: MY LITTLE HORSEY IF YOU’RE THE KIND OF PERSON WHO LIKES A little domestic, a touch of barnyard in a pet, consider adopting a miniature horse. Pros: They’re sociable, long-lived (25-30 years), can be house-trained, are smart enough to be service animals (!), and cute as all get-out. Cons: Anyone more than 70 pounds can’t ride ’em, they need lots of exercise, vet bills can equal a fullsized horse’s, there are health risks due to selective inbreeding, and peeps will constantly (inaccurately) call you Donkey Kong.

Check local regulations before you bring Weebiscuit home.

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But there is a hierarchy: the kisses alone don’t work.”

For two reasons, her formulation is apropos now. First, don’t let yourself be seduced, tempted or won over by sweet gestures alone. Insist on sweet gestures synergized by a sense of wonder and appreciation of your unique beauty. Second, use the same approach for those you want to seduce, tempt or win over: sweet gestures seasoned with wonder and appreciation of their unique beauty.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): In all of history, people have mined about 182,000 tons of gold. Best estimates suggest there are still 35 billion tons of gold in the earth, but those riches will be harder to find and collect than what we’ve already gotten. We need better technology. If I had to say who’d be the entrepreneurs and inventors best qualified to lead the quest, my choice would be Aries folk. For the foreseeable future, you’ll have extra skill at excavating hidden treasure and gathering resources hard to access.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Are you inclined to favor temporary involvements and short-term promises? Would you consider making brave commitments to lead deeper into the Great Mystery? Given upcoming astrological omens, I vote for the Second. More questions: Are you inclined to meander from commotion to commotion without a game plan? Might you invoke the magic needed to be involved with high-quality collaborations? Choose the second one. The near future will be prime time to swear a sacred oath or two.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In March 1996, a man burst into the studio of radio station Star FM in Wanganui, New Zealand. He took the manager hostage and issued a single demand: that the DJ play the Muppet song “The Rainbow Connection,” as sung by Kermit the Frog. Fortunately, police intervened quickly, no one was hurt, and the kidnapper was jailed. I’m not suggesting you imitate the kidnapper. Don’t break the law or threaten anyone. However, do take dramatic, innovative action to fulfill a very specific desire.

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should experience more knullrufs than usual in the weeks ahead. You’re in a phase when you need and deserve extra pleasure and delight, especially the kind that rearranges attitudes and coiffures. You may exceed your usual quotas of ravenousness and rowdiness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In his “Crazy Lake Experiment” documented on YouTube, Harvard physicist Greg Kestin takes a raft out on a lake.

He drops a tablespoon of olive oil in the water, and a few minutes later, the half-acre around his boat is still and smooth. All the small waves have disappeared. He explains the science behind the calming effect produced by a tiny amount of oil. You’ll have a metaphorically similar power in the next two weeks. What’s your version of olive oil? Your poise? Graciousness? Tolerance? Your insight into human nature?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In 1989, a man spent four dollars on a painting at a flea market in Adamstown, Pennsylvania. He didn’t care much for the actual image, which was a boring country scene, but he thought he could use the frame.

When he got home, he found a document concealed behind the painting. It turned out to be a rare old copy of America’s Declaration of Independence, originally created in 1776. He eventually sold it for $2.42 million.

I doubt you’ll experience anything as spectacular in the weeks ahead, but you’ll find something valuable where you don’t expect it, or connect with something better than you thought it would be.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the 1740s, teenaged Capricorn girl Eliza Lucas almost single-handedly introduced a new crop into American agriculture: indigo, a plant used as a dye for textiles. In South Carolina, where she managed her father’s farm, indigo became the second-mostimportant cash crop over the next 30 years. I have astrological reasons to believe you’re now in a phase when you could make innovations with long-range economic repercussions. Be alert for good intuitions and promising opportunities to increase wealth.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When I was in my early 20s, I smoked marijuana now and then. I liked it. It made me feel good, inspired creativity and roused spiritual visions. But I reconsidered my use after meeting pagan magician Isaac Bonewits. He didn’t have a moral objection to cannabis use, but believed it withered one’s willpower and diminished one’s determination to transform life for the better. For a year, I meditated on and experimented with his hypothesis. I found it to be true, at least for me. I haven’t smoked since. I’m not advising about your relationship to drugs, but rather urging you to question if there are influences in your life that wither willpower and diminish determination to transform life for the better. It’s a great time to think about it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Would you like to shed unwieldy baggage before moving on to the next big challenge? It’ll purge your soul of karmic sludge, prime you for a fresh start. One way to accomplish this is to confess sins and ask for forgiveness in front of a mirror. Is there anyone you know who wouldn’t give you a good character reference? Have you ever committed a seriously unethical act? Have you revealed information told to you in confidence? While under the influence of intoxicants or bad ideas, have you done shameful things? Not saying you’re more guilty than the rest of us; it’s just that now is a special time to seek redemption.

Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

NEWS OF THE WEIRD SHOULDA STAYED IN THE BELFRY In more extreme weather news from Australia, The Daily Telegraph reported on Jan. 8 record high temperatures near Campbelltown had killed more than 200 bats, found on the ground or hanging in trees. Cate Ryan, a volunteer with WIRES, an Australian wildlife rescue organization, found the flying foxes and put the word out for volunteers to bring water to rehydrate the bats that were still alive.

“I have never seen anything like it,” Ryan said.

“Ninety percent of the [dead] flying foxes were babies or juveniles.”

BLOODY ICE, ICE, BABY Chris McCabe, 70, of Totnes, England, escaped a frigid death thanks to his own quick thinking on Dec. 15. McCabe owns a butcher shop, and as he entered the walk-in freezer behind the shop, the door slammed behind him. Ordinarily that wouldn’t be a problem, as a release button inside the freezer can open the door. But the button was frozen solid.

So McCabe looked around the freezer and saw the shop’s last “black pudding,” or blood sausage, which he used as a battering ram to unstick the button. “They are big long sticks you can just about get your hand around,” McCabe told the Mirror. “I used it like the police use battering rams to break door locks in. Black pudding saved my life, without a doubt.” He believes he would have died within a half-hour in the minus 4°F freezer.

TINTINNABULATION FROM HELL In Albuquerque, a church’s new electronic bells are creating a living hell for neighbor Bernadette Hall-Cuaron, who’s lived next to Our Lady of Guadalupe for years. “The bells ring multiple times a day during the week, and play ‘Amazing Grace’ during the week, and then they run multiple times again during the weekend,” she told KOBTV in January. “Because of the volume and frequency of the bells, this is not calling people to the church.” Hall-Cuaron called the church to complain, but said since her request, “they have added ‘Amazing Grace’ every day ... a full verse.” The pastor

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responded he’s lowered the volume but won’t turn off the bells completely, as some in the neighborhood love them.

BURN, BABY, BURN One of Quebec City’s iconic tourist attractions is its ice hotel, the 45-room Hôtel de Glace. But on Jan. 9, the hotel’s most dreaded disaster, a fire, broke out in one of the guest rooms, the CBC reported. Manager Jacques Desbois admitted that “when I received the phone call, they had to repeat twice that there was a fire in the ice hotel.”

Predictably, the flames did not spread and caused little damage to the structure, though smoke spread throughout the building and guests were evacuated. “In a room made out of ice and snow, there are few clues to look at,” Desbois said, though each room has candles, and the hotel is considering the possibility that one of them caused the fire.

SHOOTIN’ CRAPS Linda Jean Fahn, 69, of Goodyear, Arizona, finally acted on a frustration many wives suffer. On Dec. 30, as her husband sat on the toilet, she barged in and “shot two bullets at the wall above his head to make him listen to me,” she told Goodyear police when they were called to the scene. Fahn said her husband “would have had to be 10 feet tall to be hit by the bullets,” ABC15 in Phoenix reported, but cops estimated the bullets struck about seven inches over the man’s head as he ducked. She was charged with aggravated assault.

CRÈME DE LA WEIRD, HOT CHINA VERSION An unnamed 41-year-old Chinese woman, suffering from fevers and breathing problems for six years, finally went for a checkup in early January at a hospital in Tongchuan, Shaanxi Province, China. Doctors X-rayed and found an inch-long chili pepper in her right lung.

Metro News reported Dr. Luo Lifeng tried to remove the pepper using a probe but was forced to operate because it was too deep to reach. He speculated she’d inhaled the pepper and forgotten about it.

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January 31 is Jackie Robinson’s birthday (he’d be 99). And February 1 is WORKING NAKED DAY. Feb. 2 marks 39 years since Sid Vicious died. Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press on Feb. 3, 1468. So there’s a lot to celebrate! And it’s just too pathetic to celebrate alone again. The solution? Heed the wisdom of Bob Marley (b. Feb. 6, 1945) and Lively Up Yourself!

For a Nice Time, Chances Are there’s a Positive Vibration to find at folioweekly.com/i-saw-u.html. Five easy steps: One:

Write a five-word headline so the person recalls that perfect moment, like: “No Woman No Cry — Cheer Up!” Two: Describe the person, like, “You: Looking for Redemption in the Rat Race and finding only a Pimper’s Paradise.”

Three: Describe yourself, like, “Me: Working a Night Shift in the Concrete Jungle and hoping for a Real Situation to Satisfy My Soul.”

Four: Describe the moment, like, “You said for me to Get Up, Stand Up and I spilled my Guava Jelly on Three Little Birds.”

Five: Meet, fall in love, go to Jamaica. No names, emails, websites, etc. And HEY, keep it to 40 words. Find love with Folio Weekly ISUs! MISSED YOUR LAST MESSAGES Waxed non-poetic on Sponge Bob, versions of ‘What a Fool Believes’. Easy, sweet conversation; missed messages before you ditched app (saw notifications; didn’t open). Silly to think you left number for me; feel you did. When: Dec. 28.

Where: Tinder in the Duval. #1688-0117

starts with M; yours with T. When: Nov. 11. Where: St. Augustine Amphitheatre. #1680-1122

PHOTOBOMB LIONS FOUNTAIN SAN MARCO The photographer turned into my path; I was a jerk, raised my hands. I got closer, you turned and faced me. I sat, put my arm around you; she took our picture. Lunch? Dinner? Drinks? When: Jan. 2.

Where: San Marco Square. #1687-0110 HOGWARTS EXPRESS You: Stunning smile, blonde highlights, left hand tattoo. Me: Long hair, glasses, buying brother Hedwig mug. Talked about your Universal experience. I’d be honored to wait in butter beer line with you. When: Dec. 24. Where: Ponte Vedra (Jax Beach) Books-A-Million. #1686-0103 HANDSOME ELEVATOR DUDE Rode in elevator with you, leaving. I remember your blue eyes.

We were with friends. I liked you. Let’s have a drink together. Me: tall(er)?, long hair, floral dress, combat boots. Think you wore a suit. When: Dec. 15. Where: River & Post. #1685-1227 BEAUTIFUL DRESS, STOCKINGS You: In cute dress, with bow pattern, black cute-patterned stockings. I sat two tables from you and noticed you walk by me to sit down. We briefly noticed each other as I walked out. When: Dec. 7. Where: JTB Chicken Salad Chick. #1683-1213 AIRPORT CUTIE You: Dark hair, slim, black shirt, gray pants, Nixon backpack. Me: Curvy, curly short hair, leggings, leather backpack. Went to Cali same day; back same day. Wanted convo; didn’t see you.

Captivating aura. Who/where are you? Don’t go!

When: Nov. 15. Where: Jax Intl. Airport. #1682-1206 IN PURGATORY WITHOUT YOU You: Working D&B’s counter; took time to find me a cool card. Me: Wearing Purgatory Co. shirt; agreed Purgatory’s a strange name for beautiful place.

I’d love to get lost in your eyes once more. When: Nov. 19. Where: Dave & Buster’s. #1681-1222 HAGAR CONCERT ENCOUNTER We met at Sammy Hagar, talked; you and bro came over. Looked for you again, didn’t find. Tried to find at Jags game; couldn’t. Meet sometime? I’d like that. My name

I THINK WE’RE ALONE NOW Me: Playing guitar, singing at Super Food. You: Entered alone, said you’d stay for one song, asked for my card, last name. I played “I Think We’re Alone Now.” I’m on Facebook. Should’ve asked your number. When: Nov. 1. Where: Super Food & Brew, Downtown. #1679-1108 MAN IN UNIFORM AT TARGET You: In Navy uniform, buying bleach at self-checkout. Me: Laughing at orange makeup with elderly mom.

ISU in parking lot, new black Ram. Severely regret not saying hello. This is worth trying.

When: Oct. 31. Where: Target, Beach & Hodges. #1678-1108 SEEKING MY “WOOD” ISU bum a smoke after Florida-Georgia. Noticed your sad eyes, New Balances, tube socks. We talked. You: Frat boy, pleated shorts; name ends in “wood.” Me: blonde, dirty martini, looking for love in all the wrong places. When: Oct. 29. Where: Mellow Mushroom Avondale. #1677-1108 NURSE ME TO HEALTH You: Misplaced duck living in the inky waters of gator land. Me: Furry, educated, feral. Told me how you left your true love back home. I’d let you hold the leash if we go on walks. When: Oct. 10. Where: Aardwolf Brewery. #1676-1108 HEY WHOOPING COUGH You: Ryan Gosling has nothing on you, esp when it comes to good advice. You said try Robitussin–I’d rather try you.

Me: Getting over a cold, hope I didn’t ruin your movie. Meet for “coughee” sometime? When: Oct. 6. Where: “Blade Runner,” Sun-Ray. #1675-1011 I’VE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU You: Walk your dog near my bush most nights. Thick guy, short legs I’d love to gnaw. Me: Watching you for months.

Tried popping out to say hi last week, but I scared you. Happens sometimes. When: Oct. 3. Where: Ortega. #1673-1011 THINGS I’D LIKE TO DO With you. Take you into the woods. No sleeping bag, no tent. Want to lie under the stars and watch a meteor shower while we talk about nothing and everything.

And wait for the rain. When: Aug. 26. Where: Shantytown. #1672-1004

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IT’S BEEN NOTED HERE BEFORE THAT THE November 2016 referendum that allowed for legalized medical marijuana in Florida was worded vaguely enough to allow locals to decide on their own how exactly to implement the legislation. That has resulted in uneven results, with some cities (like Miami and Jacksonville) moving forward at warp speed, while others have still not accomplished much at all. The situation in Clay County is an example of piecemeal progress, but a crucial step was taken there just last week.

The Florida Times-Union’s Teresa Stepzinski reported Jan. 23 that the Clay County Commission had voted to permit dispensaries by a razor-thin margin of 3 to 2, splitting along the same lines as previous votes on the subject.

The vote came one day before the end of a self-imposed moratorium on such businesses, a stop-gap measure enacted last year in order to give political leaders extra time to iron out certain details, particularly as it relates to zoning. Orange Park voted to allow it a couple months ago, while Green Cove Springs is still working on it.

At the same time Clay County was voting in its first dispensaries, our neighbors to the south were debating the next phase of the process will likely be for the rest of us: Shall we or shall we not smoke the pot? Dara Kam of the Gainesville Sun wrote on Jan. 25 about the dilemma being weighed by Judge Karen Gievers of the Leon County Circuit Court, in a case brought by longtime activists Bob and Cathy Jordan. They want the portion of the referendum that bans the flower form thrown out, on constitutional grounds, whereas Deputy Solicitor General Rachel Nordby not only wants it upheld, but wants the case thrown out straightaway.

If Gievers rules for the Jordans, her directive would set a precedent that not only allows the rest of the state to move in that direction, but opens the door for interstate commerce, since no one’s (legally) offering that product now. They have a powerful ally in the form of John Morgan, the perennially potential gubernatorial candidate who largely bankrolled the effort to get Amendment 2 passed through his group, People United for Medical Marijuana. He’s a wildcard with a voluminous wallet and a mouth to match, and that makes it hard to predict which way the judge will go on this. Folks wishing to see the flower flourish formally in Florida may actually see that wish come true much faster than anyone anticipated—and that’s exactly what opponents have feared all along.

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FOLIO VOICES : BACKPAGE EDITORIAL LOOK AT THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS of the last four Republican presidents and you’ll find few, if any, shared values with those of the Trump Administration.

Ronald Reagan’s supplyside economics initiatives had mixed results at best, but he can be credited with anti-totalitarian/anticommunist rhetoric that led to the reunification of Germany. Richard Nixon is noted for denuclearization treaties, signing legislation establishing the Environmental Protection Agency and opening relations with China.

George H.W. Bush oversaw passage of the Clean Air and Americans With Disabilities Acts. And George W. Bush’s major accomplishment was expansion of Medicare to provide drug benefits.

If the Trump Administration does not embrace the values and accomplishments of prior Republican administrations, what about the values of the folks who previously were the heart of the Republican party—soccer moms, fiscal conservatives and guardians of the moral high ground? Their agenda, largely an assortment of “thou shalt not” policies, was labeled “family values.”

Today, the family values coalition is silent on many of their formerly most popular positions, such as:

NO FLIP-FLOPPING.

Remember Al Gore and the curse of being called a FLIP-FLOPPER? Now, barely a word is uttered when the party’s standard-bearer reverses position. During the 2016 campaign, Trump said he would repeal the Affordable Care Act and replace it with better and less expensive health care; that he would protect Medicare, defend the rights of LGBT citizens, not threaten law-abiding undocumented children with deportation, and require Mexico to pay for a border wall. Perhaps consistency truly is the hobgoblin of small minds.

NO EXECUTIVE OVERREACH.

Remember the tsk tsk of talking heads who condemned EXECUTIVE OVERREACH? What an affront to our democratic process, they said, for a president to set policy by executive order when he should achieve his objectives by legislative action. Illegal, unconstitutional said the values constituency.

Now these folks fail to challenge an individual who, until the 11th month of his presidency, achieved all of his policy objectives by issuing executive orders.

NO DEFICITS.

Remember the outcry over the growing DEFICIT and the proposals to enact a law requiring a balanced budget? The values constituency expressed enormous outrage over those who placed the welfare of future generations at risk by burdening them with onerous debt. Today we hear nary a word about the additional $1.5 trillion of future debt that was legislated largely to benefit wealthy individuals. Some middle-income and poor folks got a temporary tax break but the wealthy folks got a hefty tax break that goes on and on.

TAX CUTS ARE GOOD FOR THE ECONOMY.

Many Republicans believe in trickle-down economics, assuming that reducing corporate taxes will stimulate job growth and enhance wages.

They do not remember or choose not to believe that prior tax cuts did not improve the economy. They also disregard industry executives who say they won’t use tax relief to hire more employees or invest in plants and equipment. And they overlook some large corporations using tax savings to buy back company stock.

Proponents of the Trump Administration equate the recent surge in stock values with an improved economy without considering those who are the winners and those who are the losers in this economy.

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FAMILY VALUES

IN THE AGE OF

TRUMP “Those who subscribe to the current administration’s agenda have A PERVERSE READ on traditional American values …”

NO SEXUAL MISCONDUCT.

Remember the condemnation leveled at a president who engaged in SEXUAL MISCONDUCT. “Impeach him!” proclaimed the values constituency. Now, however, we have a president who boasts of sexually offensive, inappropriate and possibly illegal sexual actions; a president who is accused of predatory sexual misconduct by more than a dozen women, a president who endorsed the candidacy of a credibly accused pedophile. It seems as though the moral high-grounders have adopted a bunker mentality.

If the previous values of Republican voters have changed, what new values have they adopted?

AMERICAN GREATNESS.

The Trump administration affirms its “American Greatness” by reneging on an international climate change treaty, retreating from a Pacific trade pact and threatening to withdraw from NATO, NAFTA and the Iranian nuclear disarmament agreement.

The new values constituency believes that America is strengthened with go-it-alone diplomacy and global isolation.

‘Government is best that governs least’ is the philosophy of many past and present Republicans.

When industry is freed from regulations, economic growth follows, they say. They endorse the removal of restrictions and reporting requirements on companies that may pollute our water, air and ground; they do not challenge the demise of net neutrality because companies should be able to maximize profits earned on the transmission of electronic data; and they don’t contest the elimination of monitoring, controls and risk assessments governing the marketing of securities by financial institutions. In so doing, the values constituency believes the American economy will reach its full potential. What could possibly go wrong?

NATIONAL SECURITY.

Trump Administration supporters believe public safety is enhanced when immigrants, particularly those from Islamic countries, are barred from entering the country; when billions of dollars are spent on a border wall; and when charges are dismissed or no punitive action taken for the killing of unarmed minorities by law enforcement officers. Unburdened with facts to validate their position, many Republicans believe these actions will promote liberty and safeguard our freedom.

What are your political values? Those who subscribe to the current administration’s agenda have a perverse read on traditional American values, asking not what they can do for their country but what their country can do for them. They embrace greed, demonstrate a bunker mentality with respect to America’s position in the world, display intolerance, denigrate government and civil service, and disregard the health of our planet and the wellbeing of future generations. This is not who we are or who we should want to be.

It’s time to be a true patriot. Speak up and speak out.

Elaine Weistock mail@folioweekly.com

_____________________________________ Weistock, a Fleming Island resident, is a retired federal audit manager for the Department of Defense and the Department of the Interior Offices of Inspector General.

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