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VOL. 35, ISSUE 16
INSIDE... 7 Parker McCollum Rob Nicholson
8 Trivia Listing Plaza Plans Omar Aftab
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23 One Jacksonville Molly Britt A Woman’s Story
24 Jax Resolutions
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Theatre Listing
Concert Listing
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Sports Listing
12 P.S. Traditions Do Die - Pete’s Bar Vincent Dalessio
14 Providing Space - RAM Vincent Dalessio
Nightlife Listing
32 Art Listing
36 Paper Gallery - Artist Review
South Carolina to Tokyo - O-Ku Molly Britt
15 Year of the Tiger
16 Comedy Listing
17 Battle of the Bands Winner
18 Movie Reviews Harry Moore
20 Energy, Good Energy - KONA Casey Craig
22 Archives
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VINCENT DALESSIO staff writer
MOLLY BRITT contributor
TERESA SPENCER general manager
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CASEY ALIX contributor
ROB NICHOLSON sales director
JOHN LAWLESS audio/video
CASEY CRAIG contributor
RAIN HENDERSON creative director
HARRY MOORE contributor
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Scoring a hit song is hard enough. Doing it with a song before it’s even been released by the record company—in the middle of a pandemic, no less—is dang near impossible. But Parker McCollum did just that, breaking into the charts on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs (peaking at No. 4) and reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay. Rob Nicholson of Folio sat down with the 29-year-old singer-songwriter via Zoom to discuss his Texas roots, writing music, his latest album, Gold Chain Cowboy, and his Jan. 13 show at the Florida Theatre. For more information and to buy tickets, visit floridatheatre.com.
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Trivia in Jacksonville
Plaza Plans Omar Aftab
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Riverfront Plaza, the new park at the former location of the Jacksonville Landing, had its plans approved on July 22, 2021. Still relatively
MONDAYS
early in the works, the area will consist of many features including
Surcheros Fresh Mex–Fernandina, 6:30 p.m.
a central lawn, hotel and sky garden, playground, outdoor dining,
Brick Oven Pizzeria & Gastropub, 7 p.m.
amphitheater and much more. Perkins&Will, the company designing
Cliff’s Bar & Grill, 7:15 p.m.
the plaza, set a total of 11 goals which it claims to have synthesized
Brucci's Pizza, 7 p.m.
from conversations with Jacksonville residents:
Mellow Mushroom–Avondale, 7 p.m. 1. Create one place for all of Jacksonville
Mellow Mushroom–Tinseltown, 7:30 p.m.
2. Realize the potential of this legacy site TUESDAYS
3. Engage with the St. Johns River
Dick’s Wings–Nocatee, 7 p.m.
4. Employ timeless features
Dick’s Wings–San Pablo, 7 p.m.
5. Preserve qualities of the existing lawn
Engine 15, 7 p.m.
6. Limit development on the site
Harp’s American Grill & Pub, 7 p.m.
7. Capture the energy of the Landing
Hurricane Grill & Wings–Julington Creek, 7 p.m.
8. Craft something authentic to Jacksonville
Island Wing Company Grill & Bar, 7 p.m.
9. Shape a recognizable icon
Jax Craft Beer, 7 p.m.
10. Establish a node within a network
Rain Dogs 7 p.m.
11. Devise something achievable and sustainable
SJ Brewery Company, 7 p.m. The Sandbar & Kitchen, 7 p.m.
The design team for the company did well in their aim to hit these
The Stout Snug, 7 p.m.
goals. The proposed area has appeal for all of Jacksonville, be it
Flask & Cannon / V Pizza (pop culture), 7:30 p.m.
the design, its vast potential range of services, and its respect for and reigniting of the energy of the Jacksonville Landing. The plans
WEDNESDAYS
also preserve and improve on the nature of the existing space,
Dick’s Wings–Fernandina, 6:30 p.m.
adding trees, gardens and a living shoreline. It has the potential for
V Pizza–Mandarin (pop culture), 6:30 p.m.
great cultural and economic growth for the city, which itself already
Dick’s Wings–Mandarin, 7 p.m.
has the population, location and history to be mentioned among
Harp’s American Grill & Pub (pop culture), 7 p.m.
other great cities of the United States. The meticulous design of the
Mellow Mushroom–River City, 7 p.m.
plaza is largely reminiscent of other major Florida cities like Miami
The Salty Pelican, 7 p.m.
and Tampa, establishing a sleek hub where the beauty of both the
St. Mary’s Seafood & More, 7 p.m.
river and the skyline meet and can be enjoyed like never before.
Xtreme Wings Sports Grille, 7 p.m. Culhane’s Irish Pub–Atlantic Beach, 7:30 p.m.
P&W’s original plan called for an iconic piece of public art, which
Culhane’s Irish Pub–Southside, 7:30 p.m.
quickly became known as the “derp sculpture.” At an estimated
Hoptinger–5 Points, 7:30 p.m.
cost of $11.5-$18 million for an image that nobody could read (it
Time Out Sports Grill, 7:30 p.m.
was supposed to spell out “Jax”), it was almost universally agreed
Sahara Cafe, 8 p.m.
upon by local residents to be an eyesore, waste of money and another reason to make fun of Jacksonville. Thankfully, this has been removed from the final plan.
THURSDAYS Coastal Pizza, 6:30 p.m. Bottlenose Brewing, 7 p.m.
I, for one, am looking forward to seeing the completed plaza.
Dick’s Wings–Atlantic, 7 p.m.
There’s been an empty hole in the heart of the city since the
Dick’s Wings–Orange Park, 7 p.m.
Landing closed down, and the pandemic forced us to ignore that for a while as we had bigger problems to deal with. Things have
MVP's Sports Grille, 7 p.m.
been picking back up for a while now, and the plaza could not only
Cliff’s Bar & Grill, 7:15 p.m.
restore what we lost when the Landing was destroyed, but take the
Coppertop Bar & Restaurant, 7:30 p.m.
city to new heights.
Sidecar / V Pizza, 7:30 p.m. FRIDAYS Time Out Sports Grill, 6:30 p.m. Dick’s Wings–Atlantic, 7 p.m. MVP’s Sports Grille, 7 p.m.
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Theater in Jacksonville JAN. 1-2
JAN. 15
Shen Yun: China Before
HeTerow's Closet
Communism
Murray Hill Theatre
Thrasher-Horne Center
murrayhilltheatre.com
thcenter.org JAN. 21-FEB. 5
JANUARY 15 JOHN CRIST 16 BILL MAHER 19 PINK MARTINI
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I HAVE A DREAM
17
CAPTAIN SANDY
18 WALKER HAYES
21 BRUCE
1 2
19 PAT METHENEY
SIDE EYE WITH JAMES
20 THE RIGHTEOUS
BROTHERS
APRIL
FOR SCHOOLS
FRANCIES AND JOE DYSON
20 THE BEATLES - LET
IT BE PERFORMED BY
CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE
DICKINSON
6 7
KENNY G SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX JANIS IAN
WITH SPECIAL GUEST CARL PALMER’S ELP LEGACY
28 DWIGHT YOAKAM 29 RANDY RAINBOW
27 THE PEKING
ACROBATS
28 THE PEKING
ACROBATS
30 AIR SUPPLY
FOR SCHOOLS
FEBRUARY
KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND SPYRO GYRA
DOGMAN: THE MUSICAL
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1
DR. JORDAN B. PETERSON
5
2
THEO VON
3
RYAN HAMILTON
3
GLADYS KNIGHT DREW & ELLIE HOLCOMB
9
4
JIM BRICKMAN
11
5
THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL
1
FOR SCHOOLS
4
AT THE PONTE VEDRA CONCERT HALL
AT THE WJCT SOUNDSTAGE
CITIZEN COPE 10 TOM PAPA 9
AT THE PONTE VEDRA CONCERT HALL
10 DEON COLE 11 A TRIBUTE TO
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CHRISTONE “KINGFISH” INGRAM THE TEN TENORS
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TOTO
MASTERS OF ILLUSION 10 #IMOMSOHARD GET THE LED OUT 13 ZACH WILLIAMS 15 LYLE LOVETT
AND HIS ACOUSTIC GROUP
19 THE ORCHESTRA:
ELO’S GREATEST HITS 20 CHRIS BOTTI
24 LAST PODCAST ON
THE LEFT ARETHA FRANKLIN: 25 THE LORDS OF THE QUEEN OF SOUL 52ND STREET 12 UNTOLD STORIES LEGENDS OF THE 14 GILBERTO SANTA
ROSA
16 ALTON BROWN LIVE
BILLY JOEL BAND
JAN. 7
Shawshank Redemption
Cinderella Ballet
The Foundation Academy
Times-Union Center
abettheatre.com
JAN. 7-8
Dreamgirls
Apex Theatre presents Hamlet
Players by the Sea Theatre
in 75
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St. Augustine Amphitheatre theamp.com
19 THE POUT-POUT FOR SCHOOLS
JAN. 8-9
The Florida Ballet
Menopause The Musical
jacksonvilledancetheatre.org
Times-Union Center
26 RAINBOW KITTEN
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SURPRISE 27 THE PIANO GUYS
JAN. 23 Mutts Gone Nuts
JAN. 11
Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts
29 ONE NIGHT OF
Jersey Boys
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30 STEVEN WRIGHT
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28 DIANA KRALL
QUEEN
Times-Union Center
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JAN. 25-30 Dear Evan Hansen
MAY ROSIE REVERE, ENGINEER & FRIENDS
JAN. 12-13
Times-Union Center
Shen Yun: China Before
fscjartistseries.org
FOR SCHOOLS
Communism
3
L.O.L. SURPRISE! LIVE
Times-Union Center for the
JAN. 30
Performing Arts
JESSIE JAMES DECKER
New Shanghai Circus
5
jaxevents.com
Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts fscjartistseries.org
UNTOLD STORIES 14 JACKSONVILLE DANCE THEATRE 6
JAN. 13-FEB. 13 Guys and Dolls Alhambra Theatre & Dining
21 HOLLYWOOD OPENING NIGHT BENEFIT PARTY
alhambrajax.com
26 PADDINGTON GETS
JAN. 14-FEB. 6
IN A JAM
A Shayna Maidel Limelight Theatre limelight-theatre.org
@floridatheatre
904-355-ARTS (2787) | floridatheatre.com 128 East Forsyth Street, Downtown Jacksonville
ACCESSIBILITY: Please inform the ticket office of any special arrangements you may require when purchasing tickets. An assistive listening system for the hearing impaired is available from the House Manager. The wheelchair accessible bathroom is located to the right of the Entry Lobby Bar as you face the bar, to the left of the statue La Vergognosa. The theatre does not have its own parking lot. Disabled permit parking is available on the street.
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JAN. 22 In Here: A Concert of Solos
FISH
23 NIKKI GLASER
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JAN. 21-FEB. 14
16 DEMETRI MARTIN
PILOBOLUS KEB’ MO’
Theatre Jacksonville
Amelia Musical Playhouse
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12 TODRICK HALL
21 FORTUNE FEIMSTER
DIsney’s Descendants
JAN. 21-FEB. 6
AT THE WJCT SOUNDSTAGE
MARCH
A Walk in the Woods
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24 ABBA MANIA 7 AT THE WJCT SOUNDSTAGE THEATER 3000 LIVE 25 FRANKIE VALLI AND 9 DAVID SPADE THE FOUR SEASONS 27 ALAN PARSONS 10 JIMMIE VAUGHN LIVE PROJECT 26 CELTIC THUNDER AT THE WJCT SOUNDSTAGE 26 MYSTERY SCIENCE
JAN. 6-23
12/27/21 9:45 AM
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SPORTS JAN. 9
Edward Waters Women’s
Jacksonville Jaguars vs.
Basketball
Indianapolis Colts
vs. Clark Atlanta, Jan. 15
TIAA Bank Field
vs. Carver, Jan. 22
jaguars.com LAST HOME GAME
Games played at Edward Waters’
PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITIES
TOGETHER REPORT HATE CRIMES
Adams-Jenkins Complex. JAN. 15
ewutigerpride.com
Jacksonville Giants vs. Jackson Showboats
JU Men’s Basketball
Christ the King Catholic School
vs. Florida Gulf Coast, Jan. 8
jacksonvillegiants.com
vs. Stetson, Jan. 11 vs. UNF, Jan. 15 at UNF Arena
JAN. 19
vs. Lipscomb, Jan. 27
Jacksonville Giants vs. Atlanta
vs. Central Arkansas, Jan. 29
Aliens
Games played at JU’s Swisher
Christ the King Catholic School
Gymnasium unless otherwise noted.
jacksonvillegiants.com
judolphins.com
JAN. 29
JU Women’s Basketball
Jacksonville Giants vs. Clermont
vs. Florida Gulf Coast, Jan. 8
Crocs
vs. Stetson, Jan. 12
Christ the King Catholic School
vs. UNF, Jan. 15 at UNF Arena
jacksonvillegiants.com
vs. Lipscomb, Jan. 27 vs. Central Arkansas, Jan. 29
JAN. 17
Games played at JU’s Swisher
ECHL All Star Classic
Gymnasium unless otherwise noted.
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena jacksonvilleicemen.com
UNF Men’s Basketball vs. Stetson, Jan. 8
JAN. 21-22
vs. JU, Jan. 15
Jacksonville Icemen vs. South
vs. Kennesaw State, Jan. 18
Carolina Stingrays
vs. Central Arkansas, Jan. 27
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
vs. Lipscomb, Jan. 29
jacksonvilleicemen.com
Games played at the UNF Arena. unfospreys.com
JAN. 29 PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity
UNF Women’s Basketball
Tour 2022
vs. Stetson, Jan. 8
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
vs. JU, Jan. 15
jaxevents.com
vs. Kennesaw State, Jan. 19 vs. Central Arkansas, Jan. 27
Edward Waters Men’s Basketball
vs. Lipscomb, Jan. 29
vs. Clark Atlanta, Jan. 15
All games played at the UNF Arena.
vs. College of Coastal Georgia, Jan. 17 vs. Oakwood, Jan. 22 Games played at Edward Waters’
1-800-CALL-FBI tips.fbi.gov
Adams-Jenkins Complex. ewutigerpride.com
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Th e W o r ld F a mo u s
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Jacksonville Times-Union Center January 19 The most popular big band of all time performs their greatest hits in Jacksonville for one night only! Tickets are on sale now! O n l i n e a t w w w . t i m e s u n i o n c e n t e r. c o m At the box office at (904) 630-3900 or (904) 633-6110
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P.S. Traditions Do Die Pete’s Bar Under New Management Vincent Dalessio When prohibition ended in 1933, Pete’s Bar was the first location in Duval
Is it even Pete’s anymore if it’s no longer in Pete’s family? Is Pete’s worth
to get a liquor license, despite Pete Jensen selling bootleg liquor out of the
supporting anymore if the money I spend there is just padding the pockets of
grocery next door throughout the years alcohol was banned. For nearly nine
someone already profiting off the gentrification of other historic landmarks?
decades, Pete’s remained in the Jensen Family and grew to be the go-to wa-
My personal draw to Pete’s was its legacy and independence and the in-
tering hole for many Jaxons, including myself.
dependence of those choosing Pete’s over big corpo bars like Surfer, also owned by Tilka.
Stepping through the doors of Pete’s Bar used to feel like walking directly into a piece of history. With Pete’s under new ownership, we'll still be stepping
On Pete’s website, under the biography of one of the previous owners, Nancy
into a piece of history, but now with a much more glum shot of reality; even
Jensen, it states the secret to Pete's long term success was never changing
the first and most beloved bar in Duval can fall victim to the apocalypse of
anything. Small changes occurred over the years like adding more ventilation
beachside gentrification.
to accommodate indoor smoking, but the space has largely stayed the same.
When news of the sale went public on Dec. 13, staff and patrons took to a
Tilka, a Florida native with extensive experience locally, like 16 years with
Pete’s fan page on Instagram to voice their disapproval. By the looks of the
the Jacksonville Jaguars, will, in essence, keep Pete’s “locally owned.” But
comments, this news blindsided both the staff and community as a whole.
the fact that Tilka has ties with many of the beach's best bars like Mango’s,
At the time, most were under the assumption the sale (reported to be $8
Surfer and Shim Sham Room and owns the oldest bar in St Augustine, Scarlett
million) meant the doors of Pete’s would be closing forever. Over the past few
O’Hara’s, which he purchased in 2015, has some locals questioning his true
years, iconic beachside landmarks, like Freebird Live, have been bought up
motives. This snatch-and-grab for the top bar locations around the area feels
and transformed entirely, but new owner, Robert Tilka, claims that Pete’s will
less like Tilka is trying to preserve local history and more like a power play by
remain largely unchanged.
someone looking for the seat at the head of the table.
In itself that’s problematic as the sale is one of largest changes possible: a
After a nine-day hiatus, Pete’s planned to open back up to the public on Dec.
multi-generational business cut short by wealthy people’s ability to offer a
22 after a few “small renovations'' like bathroom upgrades and a few new bar
price impossible to pass up. Initially, Tilka plans to ban smoking to create a
tops to increase server efficiency, but as I write this there has been no word
more friendly and inviting environment in order to get more people in the
from new management as to whether they’ll follow through with that promise.
door and boost profits. He also claims that drink prices will stay the same and pool tables will still be a quarter, but we’ll see how this plays out as there are already rumors of implementing a new outdoor smoking patio. This alone alludes to the idea that bigger changes are on the horizon, but we must wait to find out.
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Providing Space
South Carolina to Tokyo
Vincent Dalessio
Molly Britt
Located underneath the Fuller Warren Bridge, The Northbank Riverwalk
“What could be better than fresh sushi among a beautiful beach
Artists’ Square is one of Jacksonville's greatest shared public spaces. The
view?” asked Indigo Road founder, Steve Palmer. Indigo Road is a
Artists’ Square celebrates community with pop-up concerts, car shows, food
hospitality group formed in 2009 and based in Charleston, South
festivals and other events, but the Riverside Arts Market (RAM) is the best
Carolina that owns and operates 25 restaurants and hotels in the
representation imaginable attracting over 4,000 patrons each week.
Southeast. Among those businesses is modern Japanese-styled
Riverside Arts Market
Japanese-Styled Resturant, O-Ku
restaurant O-Ku. Operating since 2009, RAM has become an integral aspect of the entire city providing a space for local businesses to intimately connect with the general
O-Ku, the group’s most recent endeavor, will open in Jacksonville
public; there aren't many other attractions able to consistently draw cranky
Beach in early 2022. According to Palmer, the restaurant’s cuisine
beachsiders away from their sandy bungalows. The market operates year
is “modern Japanese [with a] high focus on quality ingredients,”
round, rain or shine, and is something the whole community can consistently
including flying in seafood from Hawaii and Tokyo. At their Jacksonville
count on.
Beach location, O-Ku will, of course, use local fish, as well.
Launched by Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP), RAM was modeled
There are currently five O-Ku restaurants—in Atlanta, Charleston,
after a similar arts and farmers market concept in Portland, Oregon. RAP has
Charlotte, Nashville and Washington, D.C.—with Jacksonville
been advocating with and for the community, promoting local businesses
Beach being their first venture into Florida. The 4,400-square-foot
and preserving the uniqueness of the Riverside Avondale area since 1974.
restaurant will have space for 165 guests to be seated. It will also
The space under the Fuller Warren Bridge was originally designed to be a
have a rooftop bar overlooking the ocean, a perfect backdrop for
retention pond surrounded by a chain link fence, but founder of Riverside
their popular cocktail offerings.
Avondale Preservation, Wayne Wood, had a better vision for the space. RAM’s prominence for more than a decade—and consecutive wins in Folio’s Best of
“Our company is truly founded on hospitality. So, we pride ourselves
Jax—shows his vision was spot on.
on a high level of service and hospitality…we’re just very excited to bring our food to Jacksonville Beach,” said Palmer. Indigo Road
The market operates on a few values: to be welcoming and inclusive,
is a community-focused group always looking to give back to the
to communicate and act with transparency and accountability, to build
communities they serve in. When scouting for locations, Palmer felt
relationships and foster healthy dialogue, and to respect what came before
Jacksonville Beach was the perfect home for Florida’s first O-Ku
and anticipate what lies ahead. Each week hundreds of vendors display their
restaurant with the Beaches’ up-and-coming culinary and nightlife
goods, and thousands of customers are able to purchase art, gifts, decor and
scene.
other handmade items, as well as fresh produce, directly stimulating local businesses.
O-Ku will be located at 502 First St. N., a highly coveted spot directly across from the Jacksonville Beach Pier. Initially, it will be
Not only is RAM a place for consumers, it's a place for schmoozers and people
open for cocktails and dinner with lunch service being added in the
looking to broaden their involvement in their community. With so many local
spring. They are currently hiring for all positions and are excited, as
businesses and organizations in one place, you'd be hard pressed to find
are the locals, to bring a new rooftop bar and dining experience to
someone you can't find something in common with, let alone the opportunity
the Beaches.
to find your next passion. If you’ve never been to RAM, definitely throw it on your to-do list for 2022.
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YEAR OF THE TIGER 2022 According to the Chinese zodiac, 2022 will be a year of “extremes.” Obstacles may be present and pressure will be high at work, although persistence at achieving goals may lead to victory. Health should be a focus as mental stress could be waning on you. Water is the influencing element in the Tiger sign, connecting it to wealth and emotions. Anyone in a relationship may face extra ups and downs this year, but true love will always keep couples together.
Tiger
Horse
1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
Unexpected things happen. Lucky numbers are 1, 3 & 4. Gray
A smooth year with lots of happiness all around.
and Orange are your lucky colors. You will get along with Dog, Horse and Pig signs best this year.
Goat 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
Rat
Your health will be good this year, be active.
1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 A Wonderful year for Rats. Live it up!
Monkey 944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Ox
Bad Luck will try to get you all year long. Stay one step ahead.
1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 Gains will happen all year long and you will feel alive
Rooster
and flourish.
1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 You will be promoted. You may gain access to money you
Rabbit
didn’t expect.
1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 Make it the year to under promise and over deliver
Dog
on everything.
1946, 1958, 1970. 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018 Your business will prosper. You will feel like 2022 is one of the
Dragon
best years yet.
1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 You will find things you lost. Start looking for them.
Pig 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
Snake
This year will greatly award you. Remember sometimes the
1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013
reward isn’t what it’s cracked up to be.
People will disappoint you all year long. Lower your expectations.
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comedy
JAN. 6-8
JAN. 14
JAN. 26
Big Jay Oakerson
An Evening with Jay Leno
Luis Chataing
Comedy Zone
Times-Union Center
Comedy Zone
comedyzone.com
jaxevents.com
comedyzone.com
JAN. 8
JAN. 15
Mystery Science Theater 3000 LIVE :
Tim Allen
John Crist
Time bubble tour
Times-Union Center
Florida Theatre
Florida Theatre
jaxevents.com
floridatheatre.com
Floridatheatre.com
JAN. 8
JAN. 16
JAN. 27-29
Bob Saget
Bill Maher
Henry Cho
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Florida Theatre
Comedy Zone
Pvconcerthall.com
Floridatheatre.com
comedyzone.com
JAN. 13-15
JAN. 20-22
JAN. 29
Pablo Francisco
Jason Banks
Bill Engvall
Comedy Zone
Comedy Zone
Thrasher-Horne Center
comedyzone.com
comedyzone.com
thcenter.org
Monique Ellis - "Journey" I wrote "Journey" when I was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Then again 2020. I believe music is key to healing and I try to live my life to the fullest. "Journey" was meant to remind people that regardless of what you are going through and been through that life is short . It's "Now or Never" to chase after your dreams and live with no regrets.
moniquedenisemgmt@gmail.com
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NETFLIX
JANUARY FILM REVIEWS Reviews by Harry Moore
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Spider-Man: No Way Home
as Campion allows the initial sweetness of George and Rose’s
Spider-Man swings in to save the day—and movie theaters—
relationship to quickly turn sour as Phil sinks his claws into her
in what may be the most ambitious and crowd-pleasing su-
happiness. Cumberbatch delivers a strikingly magnetic perfor-
perhero film to date. Following the closing moments of the
mance, playing against type as a decidedly wicked, and filthy,
previous entry, Spider-Man: Far from Home, Peter Parker (Tom
individual. Dunst, who is rarely less than excellent, plays her
Holland) has been outed to the world as being the web-sling-
fall into depression and alcoholism with heartbreaking control,
er’s secret identity. With his friends and family also catching
while Plemons adds another strong entry to his impressive re-
backlash over the revelation, Peter seeks help from Doctor
sume. The film deals with timeless themes of masculinity and
Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) by asking to have the whole
repression with subtlety; as the revelations come forward, the
world forget that he is Spider-Man. Unfortunately, Strange’s
characters’ motivations become clearer. The Netflix film is a
spell backfires and causes Spider-Man villains from other real-
cinematic magnum opus, the sorts of which traditional studios
ities to appear in Peter’s universe.
seldom produce.
Superhero stories have become such significant pillars in
Nightmare Alley
the fabric of pop culture that for many audience members
Guillermo Del Toro’s follow-up to his Oscar winner for Best
these spandex-clad characters’ origin stories are well known
Picture, The Shape of Water follows a hustler named Stan
and their histories carry great weight. None more so than
(Bradley Cooper) on a descent into darkness as he tries to
Spider-Man, who has been a mainstay of cinema since the
make something of himself. The film opens with Stan hiding a
release in 2002 of Sam Raimi’s live action interpretation star-
body beneath the floorboards of a decaying house, which he
ring Tobey Maguire. And No Way Home utilizes its audience’s
then burns to the ground. Stan soon comes across a traveling
shared history and intimacy with the character in unexpected,
carnival seeing it as an opportunity to restart his life. He learns
and often thrilling, ways. As the trailer revealed, the visitors
the trade of being a mystique showman and starts conning
from the multiverse are actually villains from previous itera-
audience members, hoping to contact their deceased loved
tions of Spider-Man, such as Doctor Octopus (Alfred Molina)
ones, out of their money, but he eventually becomes bored
and the Sandman (Thomas Haden Church) from the aforemen-
and begins looking for bigger scores. Del Toro is a master
tioned Raimi trilogy, as well as the Lizard (Rhys Ifans) and Elec-
filmmaker and his ability to craft a fully visualized world is on
tro (Jamie Foxx) from the largely forgotten Marc Webb films.
display here, as well as his skill of compositing memorable
But it is the original villain, Norman Osborn/ the Green Goblin,
shots. The performances are also uniformly strong; however,
played by the indelible Willem Dafoe who steals the show, as
the film stalls as Stan’s inevitable downfall takes far too long
he glides in to cackle his way to reminding audiences he isn’t
to arrive after he has become a skilled grifter, who shows no
only the archetype for comic book movie villains but remains
signs of possessing any shred of morality. Not the director’s
among the best ever to do it in the genre.
best effort.
Modern blockbusters are often promoted with the cliched lip service that they were made for the fans of the original property, but No Way Home is the rare exception that can wholeheartedly claim to be made for multiple generations of Spider-Man fans. It clears the canvas for future stories of the character and also reinvigorates his past installments. The Power of the Dog This slow burn thriller from acclaimed filmmaker Jane Campion has become a frontrunner for this year’s awards season and offers a premier demonstration of the talents of its excellent ensemble of actors. Set in the early 20th century, a cruel rancher, Phil, (Benedict Cumberbatch) humiliates and emotionally terrorizes his brother George’s (Jesse Plemons) new wife, Rose, (Kristen Dunst) and her teenage son, Peter (Kodi Smit-McPhee). The film unfolds at a deliberately glacial pace,
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The Swingers Band
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Energy, Good Energy
Kona’s Rise as a Music Venue Casey Craig It’s easy to assume the oldest private skatepark in the world can be found
In addition to Kona playing host to some up-and-coming local acts, it has also
in Huntington Beach or in San Diego, areas where modern skateboarding
attracted the attention of internationally touring bands, including Atlanta-
originated. However, you may be surprised to learn it’s actually an East Coast
based Chew. Since forming in 2015, the instrumental, female-fronted and
original based in Jacksonville.
drummer-led trio has made waves in the South. Before the band embarks on the European leg of their tour and drops their upcoming album Horses (Stolen
Tucked away behind the pines in Arlington, Kona has served generations of
Body Records) this spring, they played their first set at Kona earlier this month.
skaters since 1977. The park is also notable for its contribution of the first ever vert ramp and being featured as a level in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4, which
Bresh Reagan, who plays guitar and electronic equipment for the band,
highlights the park’s signature design.
was enthusiastic about the experience. “Kona actually reached out to us via Instagram DMs after we were done touring for 2021,” Reagan explained. “We
Outside of operating as a skatepark, Kona has also garnered buzz as a small
were in the middle of finishing up our new recording. We looked at videos of
music venue in recent years: the Kona Skatepark Clubhouse, located in an
previous performances and Kona looked too cool to not take on the offer.”
open-space room just steps away from the outdoor park.
Based on the success of the show—and the first stage dive they witnessed— Chew is looking to return. “The show was great. We played to a brand new
The vibe of the performance area is “house venue meets warehouse show”
audience that was really responsive and ate up everything we were dishing
with its modest stage and standing area: likewise, the room is no stranger to
out,” she said. “It was our first time there, but the start of many more shows
mosh pits and kids dancing. There’s an eccentric flourish to the skateboard
to come.”
decks dressing the stage’s wall (and have also been used to create bench seats in the back). Yet, despite its size, the small but mighty jam spot possesses
As Kona continues to uphold its dynasty as a legendary skatepark, its growth
a sort of welcoming warmth that’s unique to the DIY scene.
as a music venue is quickly turning heads. Its humble inclusivity provides a welcoming space for expression and collaboration that’s close to home, while
“The room started out as a hobby and has really grown into something more
drawing musical acts that have played bigwig festivals as well. A melting pot
as an all-ages venue,” said Martin Ramos, owner of Kona Skatepark. Ramos,
for skateboarders and musicians alike, the future for the music room redefines
whose family took ownership of the park over 40 years ago, is a lifelong
Kona’s original intention—from shredding on wheels to shredding on strings.
skateboarder and has run the park since the ’90s. He also has a special interest in music: Ramos knows that many of the regulars at the park are
These aspiring artists, many of whom are mainstays, remain optimistic about
passionate about music or even have their own bands. “The idea is to give
the venue’s continued hype and opportunity it has to offer.
kids an opportunity to experience music,” he said. “Even if you’ve never played before or are just starting out, this place is for you.”
“It gets better every time. The venue, great; the energy, awesome,” said Luke Bacon. “Don’t sleep on Kona; it’s one of the best venues in Jax.”
One of these bands who is very familiar with Kona is Swingers, a folky, psychobilly act who tag themselves as a “weird band from Jacksonville, FL.” Frontman Luke Bacon is a frequent flyer who has been skating at the park for several years and recently enjoyed playing his third show with the band at the venue. “Kona is an iconic place for skateboarding,” he said. “It’s been visited by just about every American pro skateboarder since the ’80s from Natas Kaupas to Grant Taylor. Getting to play a show here is super special.”
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One Jacksonville
A Woman’s Story
Molly Britt
St. Augustine's Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, a longOn January 17, 2022, the world will recognize a pillar of the Black community and
standing fixture of historic Aviles Street south of the plaza, is
the human and civil rights movements Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
re-launching their “I Lived Here, As Well” tour.
In the U.S. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a national holiday celebrated on the third
The house was completed in 1798 by wealthy Spanish
Monday of January. It is held to encourage all Americans to take a stand and
merchant Andres Ximenez, then operated as a boarding
fight for systematic change and make an effort toward creating King’s “Beloved
house throughout the 1800s by three separate women. In
Community.” All around the country, events and calls to action will take place
1852, Louisa Fatio, the last of this impressive line of single
on Jan. 17. In Jacksonville, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Foundation of
women to either own or manage the property, became the
Jacksonville, Florida will hold their 41st annual MLK Holiday Grand Parade and MLK
manager of Miss Anderson’s boarding house.
Day Celebration. “I Lived Here, As Well—A Woman’s Story” is told by the women Gary Thomas, president of the foundation in Jacksonville, said, “We’ve currently
who may have spent their entire lives in this house, yet never
registered about 150 units to participate in the parade. We’re hoping to top out at
used the front door.
around 200.” Multiple organizations will take part in the parade, but if the parade is not something you can attend, they will also be holding a MLK Day Celebration at
Guests will be introduced to several women whose lives were
the Ritz Theatre from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
restricted due to the color of their skin. Some are enslaved, some are free. Some have hopes for freedom, and some see
“Dr. King’s entire life was dedicated to human rights, not just for Black people,
no hope at all.
but human rights both domestically and internationally,” said Thomas. He also mentioned the irony of MLK Day being acknowledged as a “Black holiday,” despite
For guests who had the opportunity to experience the first “I
King’s efforts to explore human rights for all people of all colors. “He gives us
Lived Here, As Well” series told from an enslaved man’s point
an opportunity in Jacksonville and nationwide because there are nationwide
of view in spring of 2021, the new program will continue the
celebrations to heal some of these generational wounds that we walk around
story of urban slavery from a woman’s perspective.
with every day,” Thomas said about the importance of honoring this holiday. The celebration and parade are open to people of “all stripes” to attend.
The tour is open to the public, led by costumed historical actors and lasts approximately 60 minutes. The program will
The parade will take the same route as the annual Veterans Day Parade, starting on
include stories and accounts not heard during the traditional
Water Street near the Federal Reserve Bank, then proceeding to Laura and Adams
museum tour, and guests will also have access to the newly
streets, ending at the intersection of Bay and Lee streets. The event begins at 10
opened Servants Hall exhibit.
a.m. and will last approximately two hours. For more information or to buy tickets, At that time, the MLK Day celebration will also begin at the Ritz Theater. The celebration includes poetry, books, vendors, food, entertainment and various workshops that anyone can take part in. It will also have a mobile health unit and other health sponsors in attendance. The inclusive and diverse event will end at 5 p.m., and you do not have to attend the parade in order to attend the celebration at the Ritz Theater. This entire day of celebrating is held to honor King’s legacy. Thomas appealed to local residents “to join us downtown on Monday, the 17th of January to celebrate MLK Day and, perhaps, usher in a new beginning for us here in Jacksonville…” he said, “or at least create a portal through which we can walk along the road to really making ‘One Jacksonville’ a reality rather than just a slogan.” For more information, visit mlkfdnorg.com.
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From The Community
Riverside Publix to get a new parking lot
New resident limit
Public education campaign on how to recycle
Better public transport
More funding and repairs for Duval County public schools
More movies and TV filmed in Jacksonville
For rent to stop getting more expensive
Public restrooms downtown
Fix recycling
Petition for a city skatepark
Trader Joe’s in Riverside
Every yard to be a garden
Stop tearing down historic buildings
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C O N C E R T S
JAN. 1
JAN. 13 Winter Jam 2022
Lee Ann Womack with guest
The Sophomore Attempt
Magic City Hippies
Veterans Memorial Arena
Shane Myers
1904 Music Hall
1904 Music Hall
jaxevents.com
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
1904musichall.com
1904musichall.com
JAN. 6
Parker McCollum
pvconcerthall.com JAN. 16
The Fabulous Thunderbirds
The Righteous Brothers
Florida Theatre
Seranation / Signal Fire / The
Florida Theatre
floridatheatre.com
Hulagans
floridatheatre.com
featuring Kim Wilson with
Jack Rabbits
special guests The 77ds
Todd Snider with Chicago
jaxlive.com
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Farmer
Pvconcerthall.com
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
JAN. 18
pvconcerthall.com
JAN. 21 An Evening With Bruce Dickinson
JAN. 7 JAN. 14 Elvis Birthday Bash starring
Judy Collins
Florida Theatre
Florida Theatre
floridatheatre.com
floridatheatre.com
Mike Albert, Scot Bruce and The
Puddles Pity Party
Big E Band
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Proud Tina: The Ultimate Tribute
Steelin' Peaches: An Allman Brothers Band Revue
Florida Theatre
pvconcerthall.com
to Tina Turner
1904 Music Hall
Times-Union Center for the Per-
1904musichall.com
Floridatheatre.com Renée Fleming
forming Arts
Colourway with Kristen Lee and
First Baptist Church, Amelia Island
fscjartistseries.org
JAN. 21-22
Sam Unkefer
ameliachambermusic.org JAN. 19
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi—in
Murray Hill Theatre Murrayhilltheatre.com Matte Sounds
Southern Culture on the Skids James McMurtry and His Band
Times-Union Center
1904musichall.com
Intuition Bier Hall
jaxsymphony.org
1904 Music Hall 1904musichall.com
intuitionaleworks.com/live-music Star F*cking Hipsters
JAN. 22
Jack Rabbits JAN. 7-8
Concert
1904 Music Hall
JAN. 19
jaxlive.com
Space Bar Taxi Co. Glenn Miller Orchestra
Jack Rabbits jaxlive.com
Brahms' Pastoral Symphony
The SteelDrivers
Times-Union Center
Times-Union Center
Florida Theatre
jaxevents.com
jaxsymphony.org
floridatheatre.com
JAN. 8
Wes Harris Album Release Show
JAN. 14-15
Pink Martini
Murray Hill Theatre
Florida Theatre
murrayhilltheatre.com
floridatheatre.com The American Idiots: Green Day
Classic Broadway
Tribute / Blink-182 Tribute
Times-Union Center
Palomino Blond / Mold! /
Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic First Baptist Church, Amelia Island
Jack Rabbits
jaxsymphony.org
Runners High
ameliachambermusic.org
jaxlive.com
Jack Rabbits JAN. 15
jaxlive.com
JAN. 23
Darkside of the Moon / Fire
Artists in the Round featuring
Passfire / Sensi Trails / Sierra
Bebe Deluxe / The Portrait /
Water Tent Revival
Palmettos & Pines, Blossomin’
Lanes
North by North / Jessica Pounds
1904 Music Hall
Bone, Dakota Higdon and Clint
1904 Music Hall
Jack Rabbits
1904musichall.com
Anglin
1904musichall.com
jaxlive.com JD Simo & GA-20
Tom Bennet Band performs
Jack Rabbits JAN. 9
jaxlive.com
JAN. 20
Cheating Alethia / Sleeper Signal
Ghost Horses: A Radiohead
Another Lost Year / The Failsafe
/ Sweater
Tribute
/ Dark Sun
Jack Rabbits
1904 Music Hall
Jack Rabbits
jaxlive.com
1904musichall.com
jaxlive.com
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
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pvconcerthall.com
JAN. 24
The Fritz and S.P.O.R.E. 1904 Music Hall
Read Southall Band / Universal Green
1904musichall.com
Jack Rabbits jaxevents.com
The Noctambulant / Automatik Fit
JAN. 25
Jack Rabbits jaxlive.com
Big Band of Brothers: A Jazz
JAN. 28-29
Celebration of the Allman Brothers Band
Mozart's Defiance:
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Piano Concerto No. 24
pvconcerthall.com
Times-Union Center jaxsymphony.org
49 Winchester / Dean Winter/ The Heat
JAN. 29
Jack Rabbits jaxlive.com John Paul White with special guest
Folk Is People
JAN. 26
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com
Authority Zero / Flag on Fire / Danka Jack Rabbits
JAN. 30
jaxlive.com Air Supply JAN. 27
Florida Theatre floridatheatre.com
Alan Parsons Live Project featuring special guest Carl Palmer’s ELP
Leo Kottke
Legacy
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Florida Theatre
pvconcerthall.com
floridatheatre.com Beer & G-Strings—Musical Fireworks Funk You and Bonnie Blue
Sadler Ranch, Fernandina Beach
Underbelly
ameliachambermusic.org
underbellyjax.com Joanne Shaw Taylor Ritz Theatre & Museum ritzjacksonville.com Tommy Castro & Tinsley Ellis Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com JAN. 28 Dwight Yoakam Florida Theatre floridatheatre.com Gaelic Storm Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com
James McMurtry Photo by Mary Keating-Bruton
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NIGHTLIFE
ARLINGTON
Mavi Waterfront Bar & Grill
MURRAY HILL
Live music every Friday and Saturdays Cliff’s Bar and Grille
mavijax.com
Live music every Friday and Saturday cliffsbarandgrill.com DOWNTOWN
The Stout Snug Jan. 7: Love Monkey; live music every
Monkey’s Uncle Tavern
Saturday and Sunday
Live bands Thursday and Friday and live
thestoutsnug.com
“island music” every Sunday monkeysuncletavern.com
ORANGE PARK
DJ Hollywood every Thursday; various
Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill
57 Heaven
DJs every Friday; DJ NICKFRESH every
Live music every Friday–Sunday
DJ Capone every Wednesday; DJ Jaso
Saturday
palmvalleyoutdoors.com
every Thursday; DJ Paco every Friday
Dos Gatos
dosgatosjax.com
facebook.com/57HeavenOP Ragtime Tavern
James Weldon Johnson Park
Live music every Wednesday–Saturday
Big Dawgs Sports Restaurant
Live at Lunch every Monday and Friday,
ragtimetavern.com
Live music every Wednesday
11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
bigdawgsrestaurant.com
Jazz in the Park with Joe Watts every
Ocean 60
Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Live music every Wednesday and Friday
The Daq Shack
jamesweldonjohnsonpark.com
ocean60.com
Live music every Sunday
Myth Nightclub & Bar
Surfer [The Bar]
Jan. 5 and 12: Electronic Wednesday;
DJs and dancing every Saturday and
Dee’s Music Bar
Jan. 7, 14 and 21: Thrive Friday featuring
Sunday
Live music every Friday and Saturday
DJ Q45; Jan. 19: The Sponges
surferthebar.com
facebook.com/MusicBarAndGrill/
FLEMING ISLAND
Hilltop Club and Restaurant
thedaqshack904.com
mythexperience.com BEACHES/PONTE VEDRA
Live music every Tuesday-Friday in the Mr. Chubby’s Wings
lobby
Blue Jay Listening Room
Live music every Friday
hilltop-club.com
Jan. 7: Taylor Roberts; Jan. 8: Steve
mrchubbyswings.com
Forbert; Jan. 12: Chuck Prophet; Jan.
Mercury Moon Bar and Grill
14: Seth Walker; Jan. 16: Dan Rodriguez;
Sunset Tiki Bar
Live music every Monday and Wednes-
Jan. 19: The Brevet—A Special Acoustic
Live music every Friday and Saturday
day and most Fridays
Performance; Jan. 23: Liz Longley; Jan.
doctorslakemarina.com/tiki
facebook.com/Mercury-Moon
Whitey’s Fish Camp
Tom and Betty’s
Live music every Monday, Saturday and
Live music most Fridays
Brix Taphouse
Sunday
tomandbettys.net
Live music every Friday
whiteysfishcamp.com
28: Sam Burchfield bluejayjax.com
jacksonvillebeachbar.com
RIVERSIDE/AVONDALE FRUIT COVE
Coop 303
Archetype
Live music every Friday and Saturday
Iggy’s Grill and Bar
Jan. 7: Terror / Pain of Truth / Conse-
coop303.com
Jan. 1: Chillula; Jan. 2: Chris Brinkley
quence / Southpaw; Jan. 11: Vein, Koyo
from Love Monkey; Jan. 7: Briteside; Jan.
/ Living Weapon / Freshwater; Jan.
Fionn MacCool’s
14: Vegas Gray; Jan. 15: Neon Whiskey;
10: Softspoken / Keep Flying; Jan. 13;
Live music every Friday and Saturday
Jan. 23: Jason Evans Band
Knocturnal–Sideshxw Album Release
fionnmacs.com
iggysgrill.com
Party / Utaw Visuals; Jan. 15: Modūl 006 / Torque Takeover; Jan. 21: Um; Jan. 25: I
The Fly’s Tie Irish Pub
MANDARIN
Live music most weekends facebook.com/Flys-Tie-Irish-Pub
Met a Yeti & Guests archetypejax.com
Enza’s Pianist Brian Iannucci plays every Sun-
The Casbah Café
Gusto
day, Tuesday and Wednesday
Live jazz every Sunday
Jan. 14: The Party Cartel; Jan. 28: Side-
Pianist Carl Grant plays every Thursday,
thecasbahcafe.com
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Friday and Saturday
gustojax.com
enzas.net
Hoptinger Bier Garden & Sausage
SOUTHSIDE
House
Leelyne Osborn; Jan. 20: Ramona; Jan. 21: Josh Gilbert Band and Paper City
Live DJs every Wednesday, Thursday
Jax Craft Beer
Hustler; Jan. 22: Raisin Cake Orchestra;
and Saturday
Live music every Friday
Jan. 24: Alberto Cebollero; Jan. 25:
hoptinger.com
jaxcraftbeer.com
Good Pluck Trio; Jan. 26: Danielle Eva; Jan. 27: Olivia Grace Music; Jan. 28:
The Garage
Veterans United Craft Brewery
Trevor Bystrom and Honey Hounds; Jan.
Live music every Friday and Saturday;
Live music every Friday
29: The Morrow Family Band
Reggae Sundays with DJ Brooks
vubrew.com
pkstaug.com
ST. AUGUSTINE
Taps Bar and Grill
garagejax.com Jazzy’s Restaurant & Lounge
Live music every Wednesday, Friday and
Jan. 7: King Eddie and Pili Pili; Jan. 8:
Ancient City Brewing Company
Saturday
Heart of Elaine; Jan. 14: 7th Street Band;
Live music every Saturday and Sunday
tapsbarandgrill.com
Jan. 22: Monique
ancientcitybrewing.com
jazzysrestaurant.net
TradeWinds Arnold’s Lounge
Jan. 8: Blister; Jan. 22: Vegas Gray; Salty
Rain Dogs
Live music every Wednesday–Sunday
Wednesdays with Salty Daug; Outlaw
Jan. 17: Cory Branan / Beau Crum /
arnoldslounge.com
Sundays with Keith Godwin & The Rio
Danny Attack /Christina Wagner; Song-
Grande Band
writer Spotlight with Charlie Shuck every
Café Eleven
Wednesday; live music Thursday–Sat-
Jan. 14: David Wilcox; Jan. 15: Big Moun-
urday
tain; Jan. 16: Willy Porter; Jan. 25: Adam
facebook.com/raindogsjax
Ezra Group
tradewindslounge.com
originalcafe11.com WildCrafters Live music most weekends
The Cellar Upstairs Bar at San
facebook.com/wildcraftersjax
Sebastian Winery Jan. 2: Vinny Jacobs; Jan. 6: Ian Kelly;
SAN MARCO/ST. NICHOLAS
Jan. 7: Gary Douglas Campbell; Jan. 7: Paper City Hustlers; Jan. 8: Wes Register
Breezy Jazz House
and The Carpetbaggers; Jan. 9: Vinny
Live music every Thursday
Jacobs; Jan. 13: Tony Scozzaro; Jan. 14:
breezyjazzhouse.com
Jolie and Rock ’N Soul Revue; Jan. 15: Tony & Alex and Yael & Gabriel; Jan. 16
Cuba Libre Ultra Lounge
& 20: Vinny Jacobs; Jan. 21: Caleb Joye
Live music most Friday nights
and The Committee Band; Jan. 22: Rob
Things to know before you go:
cubalibrebar.com
Peck and The Committee Band; Jan. 23:
1. Dates and performers are subject
Vinny Jacobs; Jan. 27: Stephen Pigman;
to change. 2. Certain events have a
Grape and Grain
Jan. 28: Tony Scozzaro; Jan. 28: The
cover charge. 3. Some venues may
Live music every Wednesday–Friday; DJ
Happs; Jan. 29: T J Brown; Jan. 29: The
have a dress code. 4.Health checks
every Saturday
Vibe; Jan. 30: Vinny Jacobs
or other entry requirements might be
grapeandgrainexchange.com
sansebastianwinery.com/jazzbar
required.
Locals
Meehan’s Irish Pub
Basically, call before you haul.
Live music most weekends
Live music every Thursday–Sunday
facebook.com/localssportsbarsanmarco
meehansirishpub.com
And if we’re missing your favorite spot, holler at us at
Mudville Grill Music Room
Prohibition Kitchen
mail@folioweekly.com and use
TBA Big Band: first and third Monday
Jan. 1: Dr. Nue and Flo J; Jan. 3: Jim
“live music” in the subject line.
of the month; River City Rhythm Kings:
Johnston; Jan. 4: Kristen & Shaun; Jan.
second Monday of the month
5: The House Cats; Jan. 6: Ramona;
themudvillegrill.com
Jan. 7: Mellow Daze and Chillula; Jan. 8: Bad Dog Mama and Ginger Beard; Jan.
The Parlour
10: Micah Gilliam; Jan. 11: The Bottom
Live music most weekends
Feeders; Jan. 12: Pentley Holmes; Jan.
facebook.com/pages/The-Parlour-San-
14: 3 the Band and Liken Love; Jan. 15:
Marco-Speak-Easy
Cortnie Frazier and LPT; Jan. 17: Rachael Akins; Jan. 18: Kirsten & Shaun; Jan. 19:
WINNERS
Announced Wednesday, January 19th 2022
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Nationally-recognized art museums and galleries co-mingle with burgeoning local galleries to create a vibrant art scene that is bringing beauty, discussion and change to Northeast Florida. This is in no way a complete list of venues to appreciate the talents of artists—both local and international, as it, too, is a work in progress. Don’t see your favorite museum, gallery or visual art venue listed? Let us know at stories@folioweekly.com.
BUTTERFIELD GARAGE ART GALLERY
UNF GALLERY OF ART
Works by Cindy Wilson, Nancy Hamlin-Vogler, Sam Kates, Sydney McKenna,
Fall 2021 Senior Showcase, through Jan. 28
Jan Miller, Debra Mixon Holliday and Ron Vellucci
unf.edu/gallery
butterfieldgarage.com YELLOW HOUSE THE CORNER GALLERY AT THE JESSIE
“Sit in Stand Up,” virtual exhibition
Tony Rodrigues: “Flex Deficit,” through Feb. 2 dupontcenter.org
“Magic, Mirth, and Mortality: Musings on Black Motherhood,” virtual exhibition
CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS
yellowhouseart.org
“Rebecca Louise Law: The Journey,” through Jan. 9, 2022 ART WALK “Imprisoned but Empowered: Cheyenne Warrior Artists at Fort Marion,”
Downtown Jacksonville lights up the first Wednesday of the month with
through Feb. 27
art by local artists at hubs in James Weldon Johnson Park, The Jessie and
cummermuseum.org
Vagabond Flea at VyStar Tower from 5–9 p.m. Visitors can also enjoy live music, food trucks, craft beer, street performers and free admission to
THE LIGHTNER MUSEUM
MOCA and the complimentary rides on JTA’s Skyway.
“Tom Schifanella: Faces of the Alcazar,” through March 7, 2022
dtjax.org/artwalk
“Picturing a Nation: American Art,” through Sept. 30, 2022
RAM
lightnermuseum.org
Artists, artisans and makers display their original paintings, jewelry, photographs, prints and other handcrafted items every Saturday—rain or
MOCA JACKSONVILLE
shine—from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Riverside Avenue underneath the canopy of
“Doug Eng: Structure of Nature | Nature of Structure,” through Jan. 2
the Fuller Warren Bridge. riversideartsmarket.com
Project Atrium: Damián Ortega, through Jan. 16 “Techno-Innocence,” through Feb. 13
ST. AUGUSTINE FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK The first Friday of every month (hence the clever name) more than 30
“Left Side Ride Side,” through March 6
galleries around the Oldest City open their doors from 5–9 p.m. for visitors to browse exhibits and interact with artists. A complimentary trolley service
“Anderson Goncalves: Cultural Polarity,” Jan. 8–May 8
provides transportation between downtown venues. artgalleriesofstaugustine.com
“State of the Art 2020: Locate,” Jan. 21–May 1 mocajacksonville.unf.edu STELLERS GALLERY Works by Eileen Corse, Jim Draper, Fallon Pepper, C. Ford Riley, Alice Williams, MacTruque and Jeff Foxwothy (yes, that Jeff Foxworthy) stellersgallery.com
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Hope McMath / Sit in, Stand Up
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AT CARDONA DIRECT PRIMARY CARE WE BELIEVE THAT GOING TO A DOCTOR SHOULD BE SIMPLE AND AFFORDABLE
Instead of billing health insurance, our patients pay a monthly fee and are seen as often as they need whenever they need. Our members have access to discounted labs like cholesterol panel for $3.52, and wholes sale meds like a Zpack for $2.45 or cholesterol meds for 6 cents per pill.
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CASSIDY RAMOS Cassidy Ramos is a pressed and dried flower artist from Jacksonville. Primarily working on fantasy landscape scenes in glass, she also provides custom pressed flower pieces from wedding bouquets, funeral and other special arrangements. Preserving memories is the essence of her work. She has been pressing flowers her whole life and selling art in the community for four years, inspired by her little sisters to share her art like they have. Her work has been featured in the Cummer museum and you can often find her at local shows or the Riverside Arts Market. @manicbotanicc
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Join Jaguars’ Player AJ Cann’s Pledge It Campaign benefitting Guardian ad Litem Foundation
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Be the voice for a child in need. Help us raise money to support abused, neglected and abandoned children in Duval, Clay and Nassau Counties by pledging a donation for every offensive touchdown the Jaguars score. Make a one-time donation or pledge a donation for each touchdown. Individuals, donors and sponsors can all get in on the action this football season and help the vulnerable children in our community. Win, win!
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