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ENTERTAINMENT 6- BUZZ Picks

8- What’s Happening 10- Celebrate The Symphony 10- Ability Housing of NE Florida 11- Cinema Spotlight 11- Community Focus: City Rescue Mission

THE ARTS 12- Art Unleashed: Julianne French 12- Alhambra Theatre 12- Explore The Cummer 12- Artist Shares Gift 13- Art Locale

18-19- Local Music Scene 20-21- Turn It Up: Welcome to Rockeville, David Nail, Walker Hayes, Unwritten Law, Rise Against

22- Local Music Venues

THE 2nd FEATURE 21- Florida Theatre

CUISINE 23- Personal Chef Robert Battisti at Two Dudes 25- Two Thumbs Up

Photo by Craig Oneal 35- St. Augustine Grab A Bite

Secret Garden Café

25- Two Thumbs Up

38- St. Augustine On Tap

Moon River Pizza

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF FEATURE

27- Pop the Cork 27- Wine Tastings 28-29- Grab A Bite

36-A Local Blues Band

THE 3RD FEATURE

16- World Golf Village

24- Adventures of a Serotonin Junkie II

AMELIA ISLAND & FERNANDINA

THE MAIN FEATURE

KIDS CORNER

14-15- Jacksonville Suns: The Bragan Legacy

30- What’s Happening at MOSH

39- Amelia Island & Fernandina Grab A Bite

17- Musicology: Miranda Lambert

30- Jumping Around Jax: Elizabeth’s Tea Room

39- Amelia Island & Fernandina On Tap

THE 4TH FEATURE

MATTERS OF OPINION

31- Project Refocus

52- Word Search 52- Sudoku 53- Dear Miss Indisputable 53- Horoscopes 53- Crossword 53- Boggle

41- Where We’re Going

1010XL SPORTS & HEALTH

41- Burt Droppings

32- Sports Events

AROUND TOWN

41- Etiquette Essentials

33- Bailey’s Powerhouse Gym

42- 2 for $20 @ Bakery Moderne

33- Go Sports 33- Ask The Doctor: Dr. Ted Wetzork & Dr. Darcle Vansant from Kernan Chiropractic

ST. AUGUSTINE STYLE 34- Limelight Theatre

BRAIN FOOD 52- Ask Professor Dubious

13- Players By The Sea

MUSIC

49-50- Jacksonville On Tap

44- Travels With Cleotus 46- A Closer Look: Intracoastal 46- The Art of Shopping 47- Bowling, Billiards & Karaoke 47- Heavy Pour

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RollCAll What is your favorite part about going to a baseball game?

Mike The autographs!

MEGAN The BUZZ Magazine is a free monthly publication in the Jacksonville area distributed to over 1300 locations.

Home runs !

KYLE Eating a hot dog and having a beer while enjoying a relaxing day at the ball park.

WES Making fun of people that take baseball seriously.

PATRICK Boiled Peanuts.

Peter Watching my son absorb it all...

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erica Delicious ball park franks, boiled peanuts and a cold beer!

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natalia The crack of the bat that sends a ball soaring over the fence.

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Boiled Peanuts and the The drama of the game is company I go with. most satisfying to me. I watch the offense and defense develop each inning I also love watching a powerful, crafty pitcher.

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E Entertainment

BUZZ Picks Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! April 7-10, 2011 | www.disneyonice.com Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! is bringing a colossal party on ice to Jacksonville! Audiences are invited to make an ordinary day extraordinary and enjoy some of the world’s most popular festivities, including a winter wonderland with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains, a Hawaiian luau with Lilo and Stitch,

a Royal Ball with the Disney Princesses, a Very Merry Unbirthday Party and more in one action-packed and positively unforgettable celebration! Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! features more than 50 characters from 16 Disney stories live on ice, including Tiana, the newest Disney Princess from Walt Disney Pictures’ The Princess and the Frog. Tickets for Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! are $50 (Front Row), $35 ( VIP), $27, $23 and $15 and are available at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena box office or at Ticketmaster.com. Show times: Thursday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 8 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 10 at 1p.m. and 5 p.m.

Parlaid’s ‘Spring Launch’ For A Cause

were founded in 2004 in honor of Michael. When asked about the importance of April 16, at Lynch’s Irish Pub the scholarship and upcoming Parlaid Clothing Company is hosting their Spring Launch event Tim event this April at Lynch’s Irish Pub in Jacksonville Beach. Broderick The event will combine an outdoor stage highlighting some (co-founder of Jacksonville’s best music, drink specials, local business of Parlaid) booths, the launch of Parlaid’s spring clothing line, a raffle said, “We are with several great prizes (all proceeds going to the Michael looking forward to sharing this special time with our friends, Gibbs Scholarship at UNF), and an atmosphere & vibe that family, and supporters as Parlaid continues to remember and encapsulates the First Coast lifestyle. honor our friend Mike Gibbs. This event gives us another Highlighting three very distinct sounds, the outdoor main opportunity to give back and donate to the scholarship. It’s stage will host Jacksonville’s own Kinda Major, The John very important to us as it allows us to help others in his name Earle Band, and Split Tone. John Earle can’t wait to get on while having a great time. It's what Parlaid is all about." stage and showcase his talents. He said, “We are always proud Tickets for the ‘Spring Launch’ are only $5, and can be to support our brothers at Parlaid. This party is going to be purchased online at www.parlaid.com or at Lynch’s Irish Pub massive. We can’t wait to grab some new Parlaid products”. on the day of the event. Come out April 16th and support local companies, bands, and a great cause. With sun, fun, Parlaid and Lynch’s will be donating a large portion of the proceeds from the event to the Michael Gibbs Scholarship at music, prizes and all new designs from Parlaid this is sure to the University of North Florida. Parlaid and the scholarship be an epic event.

Comedy Zone What comes to mind when you hear a high-pitched “RAAIAAAIAAAA!!!”? That’s right, Bobcat Goldthwait returns to the Comedy Zone JAX! While you probably only know him from his days in the “Police Academy” movies and stand-up comedy, Goldthwait has also served as director for The Jimmy Kimmel as well as for various movies. Check out Bobcat at the Comedy Zone JAX from March 31-April 2. John Henton comes to the Comedy Zone JAX. This actor comedian has had many guest appearances on television, including his long running character Milsap on The Hughleys. Most well known for his work on the top-rated TV show “Living Single”, “Overton” returns back to Jacksonville for shows from April 6-9. “The Lovemaster” Craig Shoemaker also comes back to the Comedy Zone in April. Shoemaker, is very well known for his incredible voices, including a dead-on impression of Don Knotts. Starting off as a

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bartender in Philadelphia, Shoemaker has climbed the comedy ranks, with his Comedy Central half-hour special being voted in the Top 20 of all time. Catch the Lovemaster at the Comedy Zone April 14-16. Finalist from Last Comic Standing, Adam Hunter makes his way to Jacksonville. A top 8 finalist on Last Comic Standing, Adam has performed at over 100 colleges throughout the country as well as performed to the US Military in Japan, Guam, Korea, Bahrain, and Africa. Adam will be bringing down the house at the Comedy Zone with his view of the world April 20-23. Comedy legend Larry Miller appears for a limited engagement at the Comedy Zone JAX! Having appeared in over 50 movies and hundreds of television shows, Larry Miller has one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces. Be sure to catch this celebrity performance at the Comedy Zone April 28-30. Get more information, see video clips, and buy tickets online at ComedyZone. com. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @comedyzonejax and “Like Us” on Facebook.com/comedyzonejax!

Roar and Snore Camp Out 3 p.m. Saturday, April 9- 11 a.m. Sunday, April 10 Catty Shack Ranch, 1860 Starratt Road Come sleep under the stars and be serenaded by the sound of a mighty cat’s roar for Catty Shack Ranch’s First Annual Spring Roar and Snore Camp Out! This is a unique experience as guests camp out on the 10 acre property alongside lions, tigers and cougars. The residents of the Ranch come alive in the night and as you snore away, the mighty cats will roar. Guests will get to experience a nighttime feeding as well as a moonlight tour of the beautiful property. This wild adventure is for adults ages 21 and up. You provide a tent and Catty Shack Ranch will provide dinner and breakfast. Enjoy campfire stories, smores and friendly conversation with fellow Jacksonville campers as the big cats talk to each other (and you!) throughout the night! Catty Shack Ranch is a nonprofit organization that gives big cats a permanent loving home to avoid being mistreated or shuffled around. The organization provides sanctuary to cats confiscated by the state for illegal ownership, improper enclosures or maltreatment, and works to educate the public on these matters as well. Campsite pricing is $40per camper. Price includes a 10 ft. x 10 ft campsite, dinner, personalized night tour and feeding, breakfast, bonfire with smores, and continental breakfast. To reserve your space please call 904-757-3603 or visit www.cattyshack.org

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E What’s Happening

Comedy

Bobcat Goldthwait: April 1 & 2, 8 & 10 p.m., Admission: $20-25, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 292-4242, www.comedyzone.com Kathy Griffin: April 3, 8 p.m., Admission: $50.5080.50, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. Suite 300, (904) 355-2787, www.floridatheatre.com John Henton: April 6-8, 8 p.m., April 9, 8 & 10 p.m., Admission: $10-17, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 292-4242, www.comedyzone.com Laugh for the Cure: April 12, 6 p.m., Admission: $35, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 2924242, www.comedyzone.com Gregory Popovich – Comedy Pet Theater: April 14, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $20-30, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. Suite 300, (904) 355-2787, www.floridatheatre.com Craig Shoemaker “The Lovemaster”: April 14, 8 p.m., April 15-16, 8 p.m. & 10 p.m., Admission: $18-25, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 292-4242, www.comedyzone.com Adam Hunter: April 20-22, 8 p.m., April 23, 8 & 10 p.m., Admission: $6-12, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 292-4242, www.comedyzone.com The Upright Citizens Brigade Comedy Tour: April 23, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $22-25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., (904) 209-0367, pvconcerthall.com Larry Miller: April 28-30, The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., (904) 292-4242, www. comedyzone.com Doktor Kaboom!: April 28, 1:30 p.m., Wilson Center for the Arts, 11901 Beach Blvd., (904) 632-3373, artistseriesjax.org Doktor Kaboom!: May 2, 10:15 & 11:45 a.m., Admission: $8, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts, 283 College Dr., (904) 276-6750, www.thcenter.org

Theatre The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife: April 1-2, 8 p.m., Admission: $12-15, Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre, 716 Ocean Blvd., (904) 249-7177, www.abettheatre.com UNF Presents “The Tempest”: April 1-3, 8-10, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $5-10, UNF Green, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2273, www.unf.edu Dead Man’s Cell Phone: April 1-3, 7-10, Various Times, Admission: $10-25, Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., (904) 825-1164, www.limelight-theatre.org Murder by Natural Causes: April 1-2, 8-9, 15-168 p.m., April 9-10- 3 p.m., Admission: $15, Orange Park Community Theatre, 2900 Moody Ave., (904) 276-2599, www.opct.org

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Theatreworks Presents Duck for President, Fancy Nancy & Other Story Books: April 7, 10 a.m. & 12 p.m., Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. Suite 300, (904) 353-3500, www.theatreworksjax.com Mornings at Seven by Paul Osborn: April 7-9, 14-16, 21-23- 8 p.m., April 17- 2 p.m., Admission: $10-20, Amelia Community Theatre, 209 Cedar St., Fernandina Beach, (904) 261-6749, www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org

A Classic Theatre Presents “Mark Twain… and More”: April 7-9, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $10-20, Courtyard of the Ximenez-Fatio House, 20 Aviles St., (904) 829-5807 A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline: April 9, 3 p.m., Admission: $20-30, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts, 283 College Dr., (904) 276-6750, www.thcenter.org Movies at Main “If You Build It, He Will Come”: April 14, 5:45 p.m., Main Library Downtown, 303 N. Laura St., (904) 630-book, www.jaxpubliclibrary.org Pilobolus Dance Theater: April 15, Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 633-6110, www.jaxevents.com

See ALL Sports Events on page 32 in Our 1010XL Sports & Health Section The Great American Trailer Park Musical: April 15, 16, 21-23, 28-30- 8p.m., May 1- 2 p.m., Admission: $25, Players By The Sea, 106 Sixth St. N., (904) 249-0289, www.playersbythesea.org Lucky Bunny- Flagler College Theatre Arts Productions: April 15, 7 p.m., April 16 & 17, 2 p.m., Admission: $10, Flagler College Auditorium, 14 Granada St., (904) 819-6217, www.flagler.edu\theatre Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre- The Ugly Duckling: April 16, 3 p.m., Admission: $8-12, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts, 283 College Dr., (904) 276-6750, www.thcenter.org Movies at Main “The Odyssey”: April 28, 5:45 p.m., Main Library Downtown, 303 N. Laura St., (904) 630-book, www.jaxpubliclibrary.org Champagne Charlie Stakes: April 29-May 22, Various Times, Admission: $20-25, Theatre Jacksonville, 2032 San Marco Blvd., (904) 396-4425, www.theatrejax.com The Good Doctor: April 29-May 22, Various Times, Admission: $10-25, Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., (904) 825-1164, www.limelight-theatre.org Menopause, The Musical: April 30-May 1, Times-Union Center-Terry Theater, 300 W. Water St., (904) 632-3373, www.artistseriesjax.org Theatreworks Presents The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe: May 2, 10 a.m. & 12 p.m., Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. Suite 300, (904) 353-3500, www.theatreworksjax.com

General A Nighttime Feeding & Fundraising Event at The Catty Shack Ranch: April 1, 15, & 29, 6-8:30 p.m., Admission: $10-15, The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary, 1860 Starratt Rd., (904) 757-3603, www.cattyshack.org Clay County Fair: April 1-April 9, Clay County Fairgrounds, 2493 State Rd 16 W., (904) 284-1615, claycountyfair.org

First Coast Star: April 3, 12-3 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com Art Walk “Arty Ambitious”: April 6, 5-9 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate: April 7-10, Various Times, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 630-3900, www.jaxevents.com Laura Ingraham Live: April 7, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $25-100, UNF Lazzara Hall, 1 UNF Dr., Building 45, (904) 470-4615, www.600wbob.com Movies in the Park – Cars: April 8, 8 p.m., Treaty Oak Park, Downtown’s Southbank, 1123 Prudential Dr., www.downtownjacksonville.org Citrus Cel Animation Film Festival: April 8-10, The 5 Points Theatre, 1028 Park Street, citruscel.com Roar and Snore Camp Out : April 9, 3 p.m. – April 10, 11 a.m., Admission: $40, The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary, 1860 Starratt Rd., (904) 757-3603, www.cattyshack.org Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival: April 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & April 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Boone Park – Avondale, 3730 St. Johns Ave., (904) 384-8797, www. avondaleartworks.com/jacksonville_fine_arts_festival Ponte Vedra Beach Car Show: April 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., TPC Sawgrass, Off A1A N., 110 Championship Way, (904) 285-2004, www.pontevedrachamber.org Champagne Bowling Party – Proceeds to Benefit Dreams Come True: April 10, 4-7 p.m., Admission: $45 adults, $25 children (12 & under), Latitude 30, 10370 Phillips Hwy., (904) 365-5555 Slow Food’s Tour-de-Farm: April 10, 1-5 p.m., 24 Farms in St. John’s, Baker, Bradford, & Duval Counties, www.slowfoodfirstcoast.com A Daytime Fundraising Event at The Catty Shack Ranch: April 10 & 23, 1:30-5 p.m., Admission: $5-10, The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary, 1860 Starratt Rd., (904) 757-3603, www.cattyshack.org 1st Annual Beaches Provider Expo: April 14, 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Beaches Branch Public Library, 600 3rd St., Neptune Beach, (904) 241-1141 Movies in the Park – The Neverending Story: April 15, 8 p.m., Treaty Oak Park, Downtown’s Southbank, 1123 Prudential Dr., www.downtownjacksonville.org ADD YOUR EVENT AT iwantaBUZZ.COM By the 15th of the month prior to event

St. Augustine’s Annual Rhythm & Ribs Festival: April 15, 5-10 p.m., April 16, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., April 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Admission: $2-5, Francis Field, US 1 & Castillo Dr., (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net Margarita Fest 2011: April 15, 7-10 p.m., Morocco Shrine Auditorium, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., (904) 260-9770, folioweekly.com/margarita.php 16th Annual ExZOOberation Dino Nite: April 16, 6:30-11:30 p.m., Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy, (904) 757-4463 X196, www.jacksonvillezoo.org 21st Annual Earth Day Jacksonville & Ecology Fair: April 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com Easter Festival: April 16, 8:15-11:45 a.m., Admission: $12, World Golf Hall of Fame, 1 World Golf Place, (904) 940-4123, www.wgv.com Beaches Sandcastle Contest: April 16, Jacksonville Beach, (904) 247-6236, www.jacksonvillebeach.org

Get Your House in Order: April 2, 7 p.m., TimesUnion Center-Terry Theater, 300 Water St., (904) 382-0055, www.rakiaproduction.com

A Taste of St. Augustine: April 2, 12 p.m., Admission: $5, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., (904) 829-3295, www.staugamphitheatre.com

16th Annual Flower & Garden Expo: April 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., April 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3125 Agricultural Center Dr., (904) 829-3295, www.epiccommunityservices.org

Sustaining Beauty: Reflections from the Memoirs of Ninah May Holden Cummer: April 5, 7-8 p.m., Admission: $5, Cummer Museum, 829 Riverside Ave., (904) 356-6857, www.cummer.org

Daniel Rock N’ Ride for Daniel Kids: April 2, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., (904) 296-1055 ext.1003, www.danielkids.org

Sea Turtle Festival: April 16, St. John’s County Pier & Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., www.keepersofthecoast.org

7 Brides for 7 Brothers: April 6-May 22, Various Times, Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd., (904) 641-1212, www.alhambrajax.com

Jax Idol Season 8 Auditions: April 2 & 9, 11 a.m.1 p.m., Lillian’s Sports Grill, 5393 Roosevelt Blvd., (904)388-4220, www.facebook.com/jaxidol GoldenFest: April 2, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., Dog Wood Park, 7407 Salisbury Rd., (904) 501-6899, www.greatrescue.org

Generation Next Youth Talent Competition Auditions: April 16, 2-5 p.m., Keyboard Connection Pianos & Organs, 9912 San Jose Blvd., (904) 6303690, www.makeascenedowntown.com

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International Dance Challenge: April 16-17, Times-Union Center-Moran Theatre, 300 W. Water St., (904) 633-6110, www.internationaldancechallenge.net

Celebrate the Symphony The Planets… and the Planetarium

The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra fills Jacoby Symphony Hall with celestial sounds, highlighted with Gustav Holst’s The Planets, a spectacular journey that embodies the mythical voices of the planets (April 14-16). And in partnership with MOSH, you can try out the new Bryan-Gooding Planetarium in tandem with the event.

Baymeadows Relay For Life: April 16-17, 12 p.m.-6 a.m., Atlantic Coast High School, 9735 R.G. Skinner Pkwy, www.Relayforlife.org/BaymeadowsFL

Holst’s interest in writing music about the astrological signs was spurred by his visit with the writer and avid star-gazer Clifford Bax, who noted that Holst was himself “a skilled reader of horoscopes.” Holst gave the following explanation of The Planets: “There is no program music in them, neither have they any connection with the deities of mythology bearing the same names. If any guide to The Planets is required, the subtitle to each will be found sufficient…. For instance, Jupiter brings jollity in the normal sense, and also the more ceremonial kind of rejoicing.… Saturn brings not only physical decay, but also a vision of fulfillment.”

Riverside Avondale Spring Tour of Homes: April 16 & 17, Admission: $15-20, Riverside/ Avondale, weww.riversideavondale.org Opening of the Beaches Parade: April 17, 2 p.m., Downtown Jacksonville Beach, (904) 247-6236, www.jacksonvillebeach.org Yappy Hour “Birthday Bash”: April 17, 2-5 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com Hands On Jacksonville – Celebrate! Good: April 21, 6-9 p.m., Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 332-6767, www.handsonjacksonville.org Chisel, Swizzle and Swing – Benefit for the St. Augustine Sculpture Garden: April 22, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $20, Mardi Gras, 123 San Marco Ave., (904) 824-4493, st-augustine-sculpture-garden.org

Conductor Fabio Mechetti has also programmed a pair of cosmic complements. Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Toward the Unknown Region declares the triumph of the soul’s destiny. The music is set to Walt Whitman visionary text, which goes from apprehension (“No map there, nor guide…”) to enlightenment (Then we burst forth… In time and space O soul…O joy!). An ethereal waltz by Josef Strauss will open the program, titled Music of the Spheres. And you’re invited to travel the galaxy at the new Bryan-Gooding Planetarium at MOSH. On Thursday, April 14 at 5:30 p.m. enjoy a MOSH planetarium show and reception with hors d’oeuvres and wine. Then head across the river to the Jacksonville Symphony “Planets” concert at the Times-Union Center ($70 per person, includes parking). For those who’d like to experience the Planetarium on their own, MOSH will take $1 off your ticket (regular price is $5) by showing your Jacksonville Symphony ticket. Or, get $5 off your Symphony ticket by showing your Planetarium ticket to the Symphony Box Office. Offer expires June 3, 2011.

Donate Life Day Jax: April 23, 3-11 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.donatelifedayjax.com

The event is also a congratulatory farewell to Dr. Jon O. Carlson, who is retiring as director of the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus after ten years of service. The Chorus is featured in both The Planets, which calls for women’s voices, and Toward the Unknown Region.

43rd Annual Mandarin Art Festival: April 23 & 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Admission: $1, Mandarin Community Club, 12447 Mandarin Rd., www.artfestival.com

As the Jacksonville Symphony season is nearing its final weeks of orbit, there’s no better time than now to catch great live music. For tickets and information call (904) 354-5547 or log on to jaxsymphony.org.

Faith Christian Center Easter Service: April 23 & 24, Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 725-3636, fccjax.com 4th Annual Easter Sunrise Service: April 24, 7-10 a.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com 53rd Annual St. Augustine Easter Parade: April 24, 3 p.m., Mission Nombre de Dios, San Marco Ave. & Avenida Menendez, (904) 824-4991

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra: Fidelity National Financial Masterworks Series THE PLANETS

Concerts sponsored by Lynn and Bob Alligood and Ice House America

. In partnership with the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium at MOSH Thurs April 14, 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. April 15, 16, 8 p.m. Jacoby Symphony Hall, Times-Union Center Fabio Mechetti, conductor Jacksonville Symphony Chorus*

Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival: April 29May 1, Fernandina Beach, 102 Centre St., www.shrimpfestival.com Party For The Planet – Earth Day: April 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, 370 Zoo Pkwy., (904) 757-4463, www.jacksonvillezoo.org 2nd Annual “Rev It Up!” Car Show for the Wounded Warrior Project: April 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Miller’s Ale House & Hooter’s Parking Lots, 1740 & 1756 Wells Rd., Orange Park, (904) 562-9333, www.claycountrycruzers.com

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If you would like to have your event listed in BUZZ Entertainment Magazine, simply go to www.iwantabuzz.com/jacksonville-fl, click on the Calendar tab and select “Add an Event.” Events relating to music, theatre, comedy and specialized events will be taken from the calendar on the 15th of the month for the following issue. If you have questions, email us at mrobertson@iwantaBUZZ.com

Tickets: $26, $31, $41, $56. Students and accompanying parents: $10.

Info and tickets: 354-5547 or jaxsymphony.org.

community. It will create permanent housing options for persons that would otherwise face life on the street, especially families.” The renovations include a complete upgrade of all mechanicals, façade improvements and a new clubhouse. The project is funded with a combination of federal money and private investor cash. The funding includes low income housing tax credit equity, tax credit exchange program funding, and a HOME loan. The renovation has created or preserved 250 jobs with an overall economic impact of $13 million.

Benefit Dinner for "Lori & Friends": April 28, 6:30 p.m., Admission $50, Marsh Creek Country Club, 169 Marshside Dr., (904 813-5710, www,havenhorseranch.org

National Dance Day: April 29, 5-10 p.m. & April 30, 12-8 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.jacksonvillelanding.com

The Planets*

Music of the Spheres

Isle of Eight Flags Pirate Parade: April 28, 6 p.m., Fernandina Beach, Centre Street, www.shrimpfestival.com

Movies in the Park – Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory: April 29, 8 p.m., Treaty Oak Park, Downtown’s Southbank, 1123 Prudential Dr., www.downtownjacksonville.org

HOLST

April 14 at 5:30 pm: MOSH Planetarium Show, Reception and Concert ticket: $70 per person

26th Annual Administrative Professionals Conference & Expo: April 27, 8 a.m., UNF University Center, 12000 Alumni Dr., www.ce.unf.edu

Florida’s Birding & Fotofest: April 28-May 1, Whitney Lab for Marine Bioscience at Marineland, 9600 Oceanshore Blvd., (904) 471-1111

VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Toward the Unknown Region*

JOSEF STRAUSS

Very Special Arts (VSA) Festival 2011: April 26-29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., The Cummer Museum, 829 Riverside Ave., www.cummer.org

By Paul Witkowski

Ability Housing Continues

Renovation of Mayfair Village Apartments; Complex Serves Homeless, Those in Danger of Homelessness, and Adults with Disabilities

Ability Housing, a nonprofit community development organization, is excited to be over half-way through the renovations of its Mayfair Village Apartment complex. The organization serves families who are or are at risk of being homeless as well as individuals with a disability. Mayfair Village is located at 3539 Beach Blvd., with convenient access to transportation and a grocery store. The complex has 83 units, 42 of which are reserved for formerly homeless individuals and families and 41 for low-income families. “We are so excited by what the transformation of Mayfair will provide for the residents as well as the community. We’ve already had a formerly homeless person get a job on the renovation. Imagine, going from homeless to renovating your own new home. The residents are so thrilled.” said Shannon Nazworth, Executive Director of Ability Housing. “This project is so important to the

Ability Housing purchased the 60-yearold Mayfair Village in 2008. They utilized bridge loans from LISC Jacksonville and Bank of America along with a donation from the seller. Families come to Ability Housing through shelters such as the Sulzbacher Center or may be recommended by organizations working with the disabled. Ability Housing partners with support providers to help the families become selfsufficient, contributing citizens to the economy. This in turn saves tax dollars that would be spent on programs to assist these families. Additionally, it provides a stable, safe environment for children who are attending school. Ability Housing is the only nonprofit in Jacksonville that provides this type of affordable rental housing. They have recently purchased the Brandywine Court Apartments with the assistance of federal Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds from the City of Jacksonville. The project has been renamed Renaissance Village with renovation scheduled to begin in April. Ability Housing transitioned in February, 2007 from Grove House to its present organization. It is located at 126 W. Adams St., Suite 502 in downtown Jacksonville. (Phone 904-3599650, www.abilityhousing.com).

Community Focus More Than Shelter

E Cinema Spotlight

Jacksonville’s City Rescue Mission Serves the Homeless and Needy by Changing Lives and Building Futures The people who come to City Rescue Mission have often hit a bump in their journey through life and simply need a little help getting back on track. City Rescue Mission provides the homeless in our community with the shelter they need while offering recovery programs to help them get off the streets and back on their feet.

Source Code Release Date: 4/01/2011

Scream 4 Release Date: 4/15/2011

When decorated soldier Captain Colter Stevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) wakes up in the body of an unknown man, he discovers he's part of a mission to find the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. In an assignment, he learns he's part of a government experiment called the Source Code, a program that enables him to cross over into another man's identity in the last 8 minutes of his life. With a second, much larger target threatening to kill millions in downtown Chicago, Colter re-lives the incident over and over again, gathering clues each time, until he can solve the mystery of who is behind the bombs and prevent the next attack. Director: Duncan Jones, Rating: PG-13

In Scream 4, Sidney Prescott, now the author of a self-help book, returns home to Woodsboro on the last stop of her book tour. There she reconnects with Sheriff Dewey and Gale, who are now married, as well as her cousin Jill (Emma Roberts) and her Aunt Kate (Mary McDonnell). Unfortunately Sidney's appearance also brings about the return of Ghostface, putting Sidney, Gale, and Dewey, along with Jill, her friends, and the whole town of Woodsboro in danger., Director: Wes Craven, Rating: R

Insidious Release Date: 4/01/2011 The writer-director team behind Saw and the filmmakers of Paranormal Activity redefine the haunted house genre in Insidious. This horror film is the terrifying story of a family who shortly after moving discover that dark spirits have possessed their home and that their son has inexplicably fallen into a coma. Trying to escape the haunting and save their son, they move again only to discover that it was not their house that was haunted. Director: James Wan, Rating: PG-13 Hanna Release Date: 4/08/2011 Raised by her father (Eric Bana of Star Trek), an ex-CIA man, in the wilds of Finland, Hanna's (Saoirse Ronan) upbringing and training have been one and the same, all geared to making her the perfect assassin. The turning point in her adolescence is a sharp one; sent into the world by her father on a mission, Hanna journeys stealthily across Europe while eluding agents dispatched after her by a ruthless intelligence operative with secrets of her own (Cate Blanchett). As she nears her ultimate target, Hanna faces startling revelations about her existence and unexpected questions about her humanity. Director: Joe Wright, Rating: PG-13 Rio Release Date: 4/08/2011 Rio' is a 3-D animation feature from the makers of the Ice Age films. Set in the magnificent city of Rio de Janeiro and the lush rainforest of Brazil, the comedy-adventure centers on Blu, a rare macaw who thinks he is the last of his kind. Rio' brings together a menagerie of vivid characters, a heart-warming story, colorful backdrops, energizing Latin and contemporary music, and familyfriendly song and dance. Director: Carlos Saldanha, Rating: PG

The Greatest Movie Ever Sold Release Date: 4/22/2011

The Conspirator Release Date: 4/15/2011 Robert Redford focuses on the chaotic moment in history directly following President Lincoln's assassination to tell the story of the proud mother charged with committing the monumental crime, and the ambitious young lawyer charged with defending her in court. The Civil War has ended, and upon returning home, Union War hero Frederick Aiken (James McAvoy) endeavors to enter the world of politics by establishing himself as a lawyer. Though a high-society ball provides Aiken with the unique opportunity to gain an audience with standing Secretary of War Edwin Stanton (Kevin Kline), history intervenes when John Wilkes Booth fires the fateful bullet that ends the president's life. Director: Robert Redford, Rating: PG-13

Companies love to push their products, and it seems like everywhere we go, someone is trying to sell us something. But have you ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors at some of the biggest advertising agencies in the world? In this eye-opening documentary, viewers follow Spurlock as he convinces a variety of highprofile sponsors to let him pitch their products as "The Greatest," while still maintaining complete control over his creative vision -- an arrangement that's become increasingly rare in the high-stakes entertainment industry. Director: Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me, 30 Days), Rating: PG-13

City Rescue Mission is different from other area shelters in the programs that are offered to those seeking help. In addition to offering emergency services (food, clothing and shelter) at New Life Inn located on State Street in downtown Jacksonville, the Mission offers the LifeBuilders Recovery Program. This 12-18 month residential recovery program brings addicts off the streets and into safe housing to lead them on a journey to become productive members of society. LifeBuilders has been highly successful helping hundreds get back to life as they used to know it.

body, but as it turns out, I needed food for my soul and spirit,” said Reubin. “As I moved along in the program, I realized my life had purpose and meaning that I never knew about before. It is an awesome thing to see where God has brought me, with the help of City Rescue Mission.” stays within the community and The Mission also provides job is used to provide nutritious skills training to students through meals and vital care to the the New Day Workforce Program, homeless and needy. which aims at breaking the cycle Volunteers can help the Mission of homelessness and poverty in numerous ways by serving through personal and professional meals, becoming mentors, development, money management assisting in the thrift store or and job training. As part of the volunteering in the medical or program, students begin pursuing dental clinics. Another great employment opportunities by way to help is to donate gently filling out job applications, used items to the thrift store for scheduling interviews and our emergency services guests or following up on job leads. for resale. All donations are tax deductible. Resources are greatly appreciated as our students and guests come to us with nothing. Personal hygiene items, clothing, food, linens and general supplies are always accepted.

City Rescue Mission also hosts several fund raising events each year. Tickets to the How You Can Help Metamorphosis Fashion Show on Established in 1946, City Rescue April 29 are on sale now, where Mission is a non-profit, privately the ladies of City Rescue Mission funded organization that serves will transform before your eyes as they model the latest fashions. For program participant, Reubin, around 200,000 meals a year and Also, team registration is open for provided nearly 100,000 nights life had become a struggle the Champions Challenge Golf between loneliness and addiction, of safe shelter in 2010. Financial Tournament at TPC Sawgrass support comes from donations each one feeding the other and Stadium Course on August 29. ultimately leaving him without a made generously by concerned For more information on these job or a home. “I came to New individuals, churches, businesses and other City Rescue Mission Life Inn for a roof and food for my and civic organizations. Money events, visit www.crmjax.org. donated to City Rescue Mission

Madea’s Big Happy Family Release Date: 4/22/2011 Tyler Perry presents his newest entry in the Madea franchise with this entry starring the Old Spice commercial sensation Isaiah Mustafa as a man dealing with the broken suburban life he's chosen to lead. Loretta Devine and Bow Wow co-star, with Perry once again writing and directing. Director: Tyler Perry, Rating: Not Yet Rated Fast Five Release Date: 4/29/2011

Water For Elephants Release Date: 4/22/2011 Based on the acclaimed bestseller, Water for Elephants presents an unexpected romance in a uniquely compelling setting. Veterinary school student Jacob (Robert Pattinson) meets and falls in love with Marlena (Reese Witherspoon), a star performer in a circus of a bygone era. They discover beauty amidst the world of the Big Top, and come together through their compassion for a special elephant. Against all odds -- including the wrath of Marlena's charismatic but dangerous husband, August (Christoph Waltz)-Jacob and Marlena find lifelong love. Director: Francis Lawrence, Rating: PG-13

Vin Diesel and Paul Walker lead a reunion of returning all-stars from every chapter of the explosive franchise built on speed in 'Fast Five. In this installment, former cop Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) partners with ex-con Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel) on the opposite side of the law. Dwayne Johnson joins returning favorites Jordana Brewster, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Tyrese Gibson, Sung Kang, Gal Gadot, Matt Schulze, Tego Calderon and Don Omar for this ultimate high-stakes race. Director: Justin Lin, Rating: Not Yet Ranked source: www.wildaboutmovies.com www.moviefone.com

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A The Arts

Art Unleashed Be On The Look Out For Julianne French

ith the creation of her first piece at the age of eleven, it seems Julianne French was destined to partake in the world of art. She is a multi-faceted artist and art educator who uses traditional and modern techniques to express her ideas. Inspired by a variety of sources, she is fascinated with painting, drawing, and mixed-media and how these art forms can express a story without using words. With a formal education in art from Jacksonville University and The New York Academy of Art, French has developed a natural quick brush stroke and inherited a style that varies from piece to piece. When she is not painting or teaching art, French enjoys making jewelry, writing poetry, short stories, reading novels, and watching movies. To view the array of artworks created by Julianne French, visit the Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art, Avondale Artworks in Jacksonville, and www.juliannefrench.com.

Where do you get your inspiration? I find my inspiration from a variety of sources that are not limited to but include my dreams, memories, literature, history, past and present artists, music and psychology.

for me to pursue in depth, I then make small thumb nail sketches of the ideas to gain a perspective on how the composition should go and what dimensions I should make the painting. I then either make a larger drawing to transfer onto my canvas or freely sketch my image onto the canvas with charcoal or a paint brush. I then work on an under-painting and then onward to the final color the piece will have. The first initial steps to preparing a painting are usually the longest and most arduous steps for the piece. Once I have my drawing for my idea, the painting can usually paint itself.

What is your favorite medium/ material to work in and why? My favorite medium to work is in oil paint. Oil paint is so flexible and forgiving. I love the challenge that oil paint invites—the idea of pushing a painting to the point of ruin and then being able to recover it to its final beauty. I must admit that even the smell of oil paint inspires me to work—feeling that I am harking back to past Are you self-taught or have times when oils were the preferred you had training? I was medium for many artists. trained in painting the human figure at the New York Academy Describe your creative of Art, The Graduate School of process. Initially when I have Figurative Art, where I received an idea for a painting, I keep it my Masters of Fine Arts in in my mind for awhile and try to Painting. I went to JU for my work through possibilities just in BFA and studied studio art, art my mind such as the meaning of history and glass blowing. Aside the piece, the composition, and the from the universities, I have palette color choice I should use. attended a lot of art workshops Once I work through these ideas including the Penland School of and feel confident this is a good Arts and Crafts in Ashville, NC. idea that is substantial enough I have also studied at the Art

Alhambra Theatre

When you walk through the Alhambra, you’re walking the same halls through which extraordinary performers like Dorothy Lamour and Martha Raye once strolled. Cyd Chrise once dance across the Alhambra stage and Mickey Rooney entertained thousands of people with his stand-up comedy routine. Betty Grable performed her last live show at the Alhambra. The tradition continued in 2010 when the Alhambra brought in Emmy Award-winning Loretta Swit. And this year, The Alhambra is hosting her M*A*S*H co-star Jamie Farr and Greg Brady himself, Barry Williams. While her past is iconic, what is really exciting is what’s new at the Alhambra – in short, everything, from the moment you pull in the driveway. Stroll through the gardens and enjoy the restored original fountain. The theatre itself not only looks fresh and clean, but the silk covered walls make it acoustically superb, the lighting and sound are now state of art. The Alhambra’s lounge, The Library, is reminiscent of a Carolina

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By Amy L. Chamberlin

16th Annual VSA Arts Festival at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is hosting the 16th annual VSA Arts Festival from April 26 to April 29, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This festival provides an opportunity for more than 2,300 students from the surrounding four counties’ public school’s Exceptional Student Education (ESE) programs to experience the beauty of art and to demonstrate their own artistic abilities. Students and teachers will tour though eight ArtStops in the Museum’s galleries, gardens, studios and Art Connections to create hands-on art projects, view The Cummer’s art collection and learn about art appreciation. “The festival is based on the premise that interactions with art is not

Photograph courtesy of Ingrid Damiani passive, but should be active,” said Hope McMath, Museum Director.

“We intentionally have the majority of art and music activities in the galleries, so that children with disabilities have to opportunity to create works of art or participate in music making with talented musicians while surrounded by the masterworks of our collection. The impact on the students is clear to all who participate. Ah-ha moments occur every hour of everyday of the festival.” The ArtStops, located in the Museum’s galleries and gardens, provide students the unique opportunity to make art while surrounded by masterpieces of art encompassing 8,000 years of art history. Students will spend 15 minutes participating in each activity. A volunteer guide will lead the children through the ArtStops, which have been adapted for those with disabilities as far-ranging as profound physical disabilities to blindness. This year’s ArtStops include handcrafting butterflies, hats and clay boats, painting abstract pictures of the St. Johns River from The Cummer Gardens, ribbon dancing to a live musical performance, Ajamu Mutima’s unique combination of music and storytelling and creating Students League in NYC. landscape collages inspired by A Genius for Place: American Landscapes of the Country Place Era exhibition. Have you been influenced by A Genius for Place, on view through April 19, 2011, features 52 large-scale black and white photographs by other artists or art movements Carol Betsch and written commentary by Robin Karson of seven estates that were originally created for in history? Please elaborate. wealthy Americans as scenic city escapes.

Yes! I love art history as much as I love creating. I am inspired by many artists and art movements such as the the Renaissance, both Venetian and Florentine painters; Pre-Raphaelite painters like Dante Gabriel Rossetti; Romantic artists like Gericault; Neo-Classical artists; Surrealists; and contemporary painters like Odd Nerdrum, Steven Assael, and of the course the list goes on and on and on. What is the going rate for a typical piece of art? Prices can range from $50 to $1,000. It depends on the size of the work and the medium.

Students will also spend time in Art Connections, a multidisciplinary learning experience with hands-on educational activities. Students can browse the Creativity Timeline which spans over 40 feet and has interactive stations that allow students to view, listen, touch and explore the relationship between art, science, technology and culture. Students can create their own self-portraits and masterpieces to take home with Face to Face and Picture Perfect, electronic art stations that removes the mess of paint and necessity for a smock. Students can also learn about the creative process and how it varies from person to person at Visions/Versions, an installation of art and video. “We all benefit from being engaged, using our minds, hearts and hands, when learning,” said McMath. “For children with varying abilities, this is even more critical.” This four-day festival has been recognized as a national model by VSA Arts International and is unique because it is the only festival in the country to allow children to make art in the galleries. For many of these children, it is their only opportunity to experience the beauty of original masterpieces, the power of creativity and the art making process. This year, more than 1,300 volunteers will devote their time and talent to the festival. Volunteers represent every segment of the community and include corporate volunteers, college and university students, high school students, school system staff members, Museum docents and many other individuals.

“I feel like the most under told story of the festival is the impact on those who volunteer. To connect with other human beings in such an intimate way, using art, in a beautiful setting is very powerful and those Where can we come to see of us lucky enough to work with this program are better people as a result.”

your work? Local, national, worldwide? You can view my art work at the Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art and at Avondale Artworks in Jacksonville as well as at my website, www.juliannefrench.com

Citi is the title sponsor of the festival and is providing financial support and over 400 volunteers. Other sponsors of the VSA Arts Festival include: Borowy Family Foundation, Brooks Rehabilitation, Chartrand Foundation, City of Jacksonville, Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, Inc., DuBow Family Foundation, Duval County Public Schools,

FDLRS Crown, Fifth Generation Fund of the BradleyTurner Foundation, Inc., Firehouse Subs, HEAL To be featured in this column Foundation, Sam’s Club, Scott-McRae Group | Duval please email natalia@cfmedia.net for Dealers, The Chef’s Garden, Tropical Smoothie Café, VSA Arts of Florida, Inc. and Watkins Christian more information. Foundation.

The New Alhambra Theatre… authentic, live theatre.

As the nation’s longest running professional dinner theatre, the Alhambra has been bringing Broadway productions to Jacksonville since 1967. The Alhambra is one of the very few remaining dinner theaters in America – an icon in Jacksonville and throughout the national acting community – and the only resident theater between Atlanta and Miami.

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mountain lodge replete with cozy leather furniture, wood floors, beam ceilings and a working stone fireplace – and a full bar to be enjoyed before and after the shows. And of course, the food! Executive Chef Matthew Medure creates a new menu for each show in concert with its themes. So guests now have two reasons to return again and again – the shows and the food! The Alhambra is professional live theater the way theater was meant to be enjoyed – close, intimate and authentic. If you haven’t been to the new Alhambra Theatre & Dining (and we’re not sure what you’re waiting for), perhaps its biggest show in the iconic theater’s remarkable 43-year history will entice you. Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is the stage production of the film nominated in its day for Best Picture.

For more information on the VSA Arts Festival or to become a volunteer, please call Art Connections at (904) 355-0630.

Photograph courtesy of Ingrid Damiani

Renowned Artist Shares Gift with Local Homeless Community In the artwork of Susanne Schuenke, one can find fascinating connections between form and colors, discover an animated dialogue or start a meditative journey into new dimensions. When City Rescue Mission was in need of an artistic depiction of the work they do with Jacksonville’s homeless and needy, Schuenke volunteered to share her creation, Butterfly in Hand at Noon. “The butterfly helps to convey a soothing and healing feeling and provides a hopeful outlook with positive energy,” said Schuenke. “For City Rescue Mission, it also represents helping someone to get wings and fly again.”

“Susanne’s piece truly captures the mission of City Rescue Mission – to transform lives through the love and compassion of Jesus Christ,” said Penny Kievet, Director of Resource Development for City Rescue Mission. “We are Seven Brides for Seven Brothers opens April 8, 2011. so grateful for her generosity in sharing this amazing work of art with us.” Show times are 8 p.m. for evening shows Tuesday City Rescue Mission is a non-profit, faith-based organization in Jacksonville through Sunday. Doors open at 6p.m. and the that has provided help to the homeless and needy in Jacksonville and buffet starts at 6:30 p.m. Matinees on Saturday are at 1:15 p.m. Doors open at 11a.m. and the Northeast Florida since 1946. In addition to providing emergency services for buffet starts at 11:15a.m. Sunday matinee is at the homeless, they offer life-changing programs like the New Day Workforce 2. Doors open at noon and the buffet starts at and LifeBuilders to help homeless people get off the streets and back on 12:15 p.m. Group sales are available. Tickets their feet. start at $42 for adults and $35 for children. Born in Dusseldorf, Germany, Schuenke was educated in Cologne and London Ticket price includes dinner, show and parking. and earned her doctorate at the university of Cologne in 1986. Her works Call the box office at 904.641.1212 or visit on are collected in private and corporate collections on four continents. Locally, line at www.alhambrajax.com. Schuenke’s work can be seen at Dawson Gallery on Hendricks Avenue.

A Art Locale

Theater

www.abettheatre.com

Orange Park Community Theatre

April 2011 Born to be Wild Check website for events (904) 940-4629 www.worldgolfimax.com

Clay County April 1-2, 8-9, 15-16 – 8 p.m., April 9-10 – 3 p.m. Murder by Natural Causes Admission: $15 2900 Moody Ave. (904) 276-2599 www.opct.org

Thrasher-Horne Center April 3- 3 p.m. First Coast Wind Ensemble Admission: $15-25 April 9- 3 p.m. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline Admission: $20-30 April 16- 3 p.m. Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet TheatreThe Ugly Duckling Admission: $8-12 May 2- 10:15 & 11:45 a.m. Doktor Kaboom! Admission: $8 283 College Dr. (904) 276-6750, www.thcenter.org

Duval County A lhambra Dinner Theatre April 1-3 Hairspray Admission: $42-49 April 6-May 22 – Various Times 7 Brides for 7 Brothers 12000 Beach Blvd. (904) 641-1212 www.alhambrajax.com

Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre

April 1-2 – 8 p.m. The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife Admission: $12-15 716 Ocean Blvd. (904) 249-7177

IMAX Theater World Golf H all of Fame

P layers -By-The -Sea

April 15, 16, 21-23, 28-30- 8 p.m., May 1- 2 p.m. The Great American Trailer Park Musical 106 6th St. N. (904) 249-0289 www.playersbythesea.org

Theatre Jacksonville

April 29-May 14 – Various Times Champagne Charlie Stakes Admission: $20-25 2032 San Marco Blvd. (904) 396-4425 www.theatrejax.com

Theatreworks

All Shows at The Florida Theatre April 7 – 10 a.m. & 12 p.m. Duck for President, Fancy Nancy & Other Story Books May 2 – 10 a.m. & 12 p.m. The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe Admission: $7 3304 Independent Sq. (904) 353-3500 www.theatreworksjax.com

The A rtist Series

April 6 The 5 Browns April 14 Yanni in Concert April 30-May 1 Menopause, The Musical Times Union Center 300 W. Water St. 904-632-3373 www.artistseriesjax.org

Nassau County

A melia Community Theatre

April 7-9, 14-16, 21-23- 8 p.m., April 17- 2 p.m. Mornings at Seven by Paul Osborn Admission: $10-20 209 Cedar St. (904) 261-6749 www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org

F ernandina L ittle Theatre Coming May 2011 The Rivals 1014 Beech St. (904) 277-2202 www.ameliaflt.org

St. Johns County L imelight Theatre

April 3, 7-10 – Various Times Dead Man’s Cell Phone April 29-May 22 – Various Times The Good Doctor Admission: $10-15 11 Old Mission Ave. (904) 825-1164, www.limelight-theatre.org

Museums Clay County

Black Heritage Museum

In one-room 1800’s schoolhouse. Tours by reservation & hours by appt. Admission: Free; Donations accepted Longmire Ave. at Hunter-Douglas Park (904) 282-4168

Clay County Historical & R ailroad Museum

Sun. 2 p.m.-5 p.m.; closed holidays Suggested donations: $2 adults, $1 kids 915 Walnut St. (904) 284-9644, www.claycountyhistoricalsociety.org

Middleburg Historical Museum

Sunday 2-4 p.m. Tours by app Admission: Free. Donations accepted. 3912 Section St. (904) 282-5924

Duval County Beaches Museum

Players by the Sea The Hot Ticket at Players by the Sea is The Great American Trailer Park Musical April 15-30 Backing onto the Studio Stage at Players by the Sea with a double-wide load of Southern rockabilly music and redneck humor, it’s The Great American Trailer Park Musical. Floridians just can’t get enough of this down-home, hilarious show, with music and lyrics by David Nehls and book by Betsy Kelso. PBTS is the first to bring it to Jacksonville audiences, opening April 15th for a threeweek run. The clever poster design by Brunet-Garcia Advertising, Inc. deserves an award for most creative use of pink flamingos. Pippi, a stripper on the run from her obsessive, possessive and excessive Magic Markersniffing boyfriend, takes refuge at Armadillo Acres in Starke, Florida’s most exclusive trailer park. She catches the eye of Norbert Garstecki and that spells heartache for his wife Jeannie. Jeannie’s an agoraphobic, due to a bad perm and other sorrows, and hasn’t set foot outside her trailer in years, leaving Norbert lonely and unsatisfied, easy pickings for a woman who can work a

Director Dana Branch gets back to her Florida roots after living in Hawaii for the past two years. She brings a wealth of musical comedy experience to the show, including a Best Actress Award from Players by the Sea for her performance as Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd. Aaron Marshall is the Music Director, also with a long list of credits on local stages and as a cabaret singer, currently performing at Rhett Butler’s in St. Augustine. The cast includes local musical all-

The Cummer Museum of A rt & Gardens

April 5 – 7-8 p.m. Cummer Theater - Sustaining Beauty Admission: $5 April 20 & 21 – 1:30-3 p.m. Seniors Talks & Tea Lecture Series – The Cummer Archives Admission: $6 April 26-29 – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Very Special Arts (VSA) Festival 2011 Each Tuesday Children’s Class: Drop-In Art Admission: $5 Members & Nonmembers Tuesdays, 7 p.m. & Sundays, 3 p.m. Museum Highlight Tours Exhibitions: May 13-Aug 14 On the Silk Road & the High Seas: Chinese Ceramics, Culture, & Commerce May 13-Dec 31 The Wark Collection of Early Meissen Porcelain Current-April 24 A Genius for Place: American Landscapes of the Country Place Era Current-May 22 The Cummer Legacy Current-Dec 31 Re-opening of the Tudor Room 829 Riverside Ave. (904) 356-6857 www.cummer.org

Jacksonville Fire Museum

Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: free. 1406 Gator Bowl Blvd. (904) 630-0618 www.jacksonvillefiremuseum.com

Jacksonville M aritime Museum

stripper pole like Pippi. But the trailer park women are a formidable group and they’re determined to bring Norbert back to his senses and restore Jeannie’s happiness. Don’t mess with Southern women on a mission. There’s Betty, who runs the leasing office and makes it her business to know everything about everybody. Linoleum (Lin) was born on the kitchen floor and has a husband on Death Row. (She helps him out by sapping the town’s energy supply so there’s not enough juice to power the electric chair.) Pickles is a 17-year old newlywed, a small-town girl trying desperately to hold onto the affections of her sophisticated, big-city husband from Jacksonville by producing a child, even if she has to fake it.

& History Center

April 1 & 2 Springing the Blues Poster Auction & Live Entertainment April 1, 8, 15, 22 – 5-6:30 p.m. Friday Night Story Tellers – Various Speakers Exhibitions: Current-April 2 The Roaring 20’s-Transportation Beaches Style Current-May 3 Acrylics by Linda Olsen Current-May 3 Magical History Tour Act I and Act II 380 Pablo Beach Ave. (904) 241-5657 www.bm-hc.com

Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 1-5 p.m Admission: donations accepted 1015 Museum Cir. # 2 (904) 398-9011 www.jacksonvillemaritimemuseum.org

Jacksonville Historical Center

Every Thurs. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Merrill House Tours Mon.- Fri., 10 a.m-5 p.m. 1015 Museum Cir. (904) 398-4301 www.jaxhistory.com

stars Miranda Lawson, Shirley Sacks, Erik DeCicco, Gary Baker, Lindsay Curry, Marli Albright and Leslie Richart. K arpeles M anuscript Players by the Sea usually reserves its Studio Stage for small-scale or cutting-edge shows, often featuring local playwrights. But with the 201011 Main Stage season jampacked with blockbusters like The Full Monty, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and the upcoming The Who’s Tommy, using the intimate Studio Stage was a great way to squeeze in even more musical entertainment. With only 70 seats, performances will sell out quickly. Reserve early to avoid disappointment. Performances are April 15,16, 21,22, 23, 28, 29, 30, at 8p.m., with a matinee performance on April 24 2 p.m. Players by the Sea is located at 106 Sixth Street North in Jacksonville Beach. Call 249-0289 for reservations and information or log onto playersbythesea.org.

L ibrary Museum

Exhibition: Current-April 27 Sigmund Freud Tues-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Cl Sun., Mon. & Holidays 101 W. 1st St. (904) 356-2992 www.rain.org/~karpeles/jaxfrm.html "Modern Art With A Human Face" an exhibition of paintings by Robert J. Creegan. Opening April 14th, - May 11th, at the Lab Gallery in MOCA 333 N. Laura St. Jacksonville, FL (904) 366-6911 | mocajacksonville.org

MOCA

April 6 Art Walk May 1 – 2 p.m. Sound Effects: Music at MOCA April 6 – 6 p.m. Film Series: Hella Jongerius: Contemporary Archetypes April 7 – 6 p.m. Film Series: Who Gets to Call it Art? Admission: $6 members/students; $8 non-members 1st Wed of month – 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Art Matters Lecture Series 2nd Thurs of month Improv Effect at MOCA Admission: $8 Exhibitions: Current-April 3 The Art of Seating: 200 Years of American Design Current-March 20 Wind Weaver and the Whirling Wheel: A Tale of Wolfbat Romance April 22-Aug 28 Stranger in Paradise: The Works of Reverend Howard Finster Admission: Free - $8; for more info visit Website 333 N. Laura St. (904) 366-6911 www.mocajacksonville.org

MOSH

April 6 Every Friday Cosmic Concerts Admission: $5 pp & $1 for laser glasses Exhibitions: Our St. Johns River Universe of Science The Shell: 530 Million Years of Inspired Design Current-May 30 Children of the Universe Open: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 1-6 p.m. Hands-on live and planetarium 1025 Museum Cir. (904) 396-6674 www.themosh.org

The M andarin Museum

Tues. Thurs. & Fri, 1-4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Reservations required 11964 Mandarin Rd. (904) 268-0784 www.mandarinmuseum.net

R itz Theatre & L aVilla Museum

April 9 Your Arms Too Short To Box With God 1st Wed. of Month @ 5-8 p.m. Art Walk 1st Thurs. of Month @ 7 p.m. The Art of Spoken Word 1st Fri. of Month @ 7:30 p.m. Amateur Night at the Ritz Admission: $15 Exhibitions: Current-May 7 Through Our Eyes 2011 “For Women & Men of Color: The Art of Relationships” 829 N. Davis St. (904) 632-5555 www.ritzjacksonville.com

Nassau County A melia Island Museum of History

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 1-4 p.m. Guided 8 Flags Tours: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Ghost Tours: Fri, 6 p.m. 233 S. 3rd St. (904) 261-7378 www.ameliamuseum.org

St. Johns County Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra

World Golf Hall of Fame www.worldgolfhalloffame.org

Old F lorida Museum

Old Florida pre-European to 1900. Wed. - Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $6 adults, $5 children. 259 San Marco Ave. (904) 824-8874 or (800) 813-3208, www.oldfloridamuseum.com

St. Augustine L ighthouse & M aritime Museum

Open Daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 81 Lighthouse Ave. (904) 829-0745 www.staugustinelighthouse.com

Spanish Quarter Museum

Daily, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 53 St. George St. (904) 825-6830 www.historicstaugustine.com

World Golf H all of Fame

April 2 Putting Championship April 9 2011 St. Augustine Great Strides April 16 – 8:15-11:45 a.m. Easter Festival Admission: $12 Exhibitions: Nancy Lopez: Pride, Passion & Personality 2009 Inductee Exhibits Bob Hope: Shanks for the Memory Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., 12 p.m.-6 p.m. 1 World Golf Pl. (904) 940-4123 www.worldgolfhalloffame.org

Galleries & Exhibits 111 E. Bay St.

Please call for appointment. 111 E. Bay St., Jacksonville (904) 477-2176

8th Street A rt Gallery

Available by appt. 39 E. 8th St., Jacksonville (904) 993-7258 www.8thstreetartgallery.com

A bsolute A mericana

Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 77 Bridge St., St. Augustine (904) 824-5545 www.absoluteamericana.com

A drian P ickett Gallery

Mon.-Thur., 10 a.m.-8p.m., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun., 12-5:30 p.m. 2 Independent Dr., Suite 112 (904) 962-2540

April 16 – 7-9 p.m. Beaches Unplugged Series Exhibitions: Current-April 9 Ryan Ketterman & Stephen Heywood April 15-May 27 Jenny Hager-Vickery Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 50 Executive Way (904) 280-0614 www.ccpvb.org

A melia Sanjon Gallery

Dow Museum of Historic Houses

A rchway Gallery & F raming

A rt A dvocate Gallery & St. Johns Cultural Council

Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or by appt. 76B San Marco Ave., St. Augustine (904) 826-4116 www.stjohnsculture.com

Featured Artists: Ryan Ivy Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach (904) 249-2222 www.archwaygalleryandframing.com

149 Cordova St. (904) 823-9722 www.dowmuseum.com

L ightner Museum

Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 75 King St. (904) 824-2874 www.lightnermuseum.org

Oldest House Museum Complex

218-Ash St., Fernandina Beach (904) 491-8040 www.ameliasanjongallery.com

Atlantic Pottery Supply, Inc.

400 Levy Rd., Atlantic Beach (904) 249-4499 www.atlanticpotterysupply.com

Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Guided tours every half hr ‘til 4:30 p.m. 271 Charlotte St. (904) 824-2872 www.staugustinehistoricalsociety.org/ oldhouse.html

Avondale A rtworks, Inc

April 9-10 Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival Tues-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 11a.m.-4 p.m. 3562 St Johns Ave. Historic Avondale 904-384-8797 www.AvondaleArtworks.com

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eter Bragan Jr. leans back in his oversized chair, surrounded in an office that holds hundreds of pieces of memorabilia and photographs spanning centuries of life in the baseball world. Cases filled with trophies, balls and programs with signatures like Joe Dimaggio and a ball signed by Ken Griffy Jr and Sr. from their visit to the stadium. Walls covered in pennants and old photographs of the Bragan’s, a family that has made quite an impression in baseball history. Peter tells me a story that began over 100 years ago. He says thoughtfully, “I guess it really all started with my grandfather, George Bragan, who played semi-pro ball at the turn of the century in Cuthbert, a small town in Georgia until he married my Grandmother Corinne and they raised their nine children in Birmingham Alabama. They all loved the game.”

I turn to Peter Bragan Sr. a man that strikes me as someone who never waited around long before making his own way. Somehow looking at him I feel like I’m seeing a piece of American history, this man, a retired car dealership owner, came from a time when Baseball was king. It was all peanuts and coke, sitting on the steel tailgate of an American made pickup truck and listening to a zealous announcer reel out play by plays of the greats. Bragan Sr. speaks up calling his son ‘Pedro’ a childhood nickname that carried over into adulthood just like his uncle Bobby ‘Juno’ and Jimmy ‘Jimbo’. Bragan Sr. nods his head, “Oh yeah, we loved the game. We played baseball in a sandlot, it was a lot of fun. Baseball was everything.” Pedro chimes in, “They had a lot, you know, a patch of land in North Highlands. My grandfather had a big garden in the corner. They grew everything and my grandmother sold the produce at a vegetable stand on the other side. All the property that was left over, Daddy and my uncles used to play ball in.” It was in that sandlot, where five of the boys learned skills that would take them on into pro ball. Bobby Bragan, whose face is on the cover of many national magazines strewn across the offices of Wolfson Stadium not only played on multiple big

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league teams but also managed in the big leagues. He was such a well loved and longstanding figure he was given the nickname, “Mr. Baseball”, which would follow him though his entire career. An old black and white photo of the Bragan family shows a group of strapping young boys, wearing big charismatic smiles. Peter Bragan Sr. recalls, “I was actually in Philadelphia with Bobby when I got the message that said, ‘come to the army’ so I went down to Atlanta where they told me I was going to be in the infantry.” Like most veterans, Bragan Sr. is proud of the opportunity he had to serve his country. He fought all over Europe as a gunman until he was honorably discharged with numerous awards. “I tell ya what, the Lord was with me when all those bombs were coming down, planes all over the place, getting shot at. I thanked him a bunch of times nothing happened.” Pedro picks up, “When Daddy first came home from World War II he tried to buy the Birmingham Barons, with my Uncle Bobby who was playing in Brooklyn in the big leagues. One winter he came home and said ‘Hey PD, let’s try to buy the Barons so they went out and tried to buy the Barons but the Barons man didn’t want to sell the team.” That closed door lead Bragan Sr. to take a different path altogether and go into the car business, where he ran a successful dealership south of Birmingham for 40 years until the early 80’s when he approached his partner, “I went to him and said ‘Hey why don’t you let me buy you out’.” Bragan recalls, “But no, he didn’t want to sell” Instead of selling out, the partner bought Bragan’s half too. This left the now retired car dealership owner with a chunk of change and time on his hands. Pedro remembers one day soon after, “Daddy was about 60 years old when the buyout happened, he was not really ready to retire. He had 100K and good credit so he was trying to figure out what he wanted to do next and that’s when my uncle Jimmy, who was president of the Southern League at the time, went to lunch with him and said ‘you outta buy one of these minor league baseball teams, I remember you talked about it 40 years ago Peter.’ I was at the luncheon and I got excited about it, cause at that time I was selling commercial real estate in Birmingham and hated it.” Bragan Sr. adds, “The baseball business really suited me, I had loved it since I was a kid. Even though I made good money in the car business, baseball is really what I always loved.” Right away, Pedro began preparing for their new venture, “I quit the real estate job a week later and went to Nashville to do an unpaid internship that summer with the guy named Larry Schmittou, I knew I needed to learn the baseball business.” Pedro recalls the experience fondly, “Mr. Schmittou would get to the ballpark real early and walk around checking on the grounds, he’d come back and say stuff like, ‘Oh the cleanup crew left some

wrappers here and some cigarette butts over there’ you know, he was really hands on. He would go into his office and shut the door to read USA Today. I got to be good friends with his secretary,” He laughs, “she was the gate keeper!”

that they would build it up within a few years and resell it for profit before returning to Birmingham.

“I'd go in there (Bragan knocks on his desk) I’d say , ‘Excuse me Mr. Schmittou you got a few minutes?’ he’d say, ‘Come on in Bragan, come on in and let’s see, where were we at yesterday? What were we talking about? Revenue? Ok, let’s pick up there.’ I filled one yellow pad that was about revenue and another about expenses, sort of an operator’s guide more or less. He mentored me, the man was really sharp.” After the summer internship, Pedro went to work for the Birmingham Barons in October 1983 to get six months of hands on experience before he and his Dad would buy a team of their own.

Initially, Pedro acted as Director of Marketing and hired someone else to fill the position of General Manager. As most people do in business, the Bragans had their ups and downs. Pedro chuckles, “We came in here and made a lot of mistakes in the first few years, it was a long time learning process.”

In 1984 they made a visit to Jacksonville to look at Wolfson Park, “We could tell it needed a paint job, the net needed to be repaired, stuff like that. But it was in better shape than others we had seen. Plus, Baymeadows was just blowing up, cranes everywhere and really there was a lot going on. We thought, you know, moving to Florida would really be great.” After several negotiations, the Bragans finally purchased the team from Lou Eliopoulos with the idea

What was initially a business venture turned into much more, when time after time opportunities came and went for the Bragans to sell out and move back to Birmingham. It turned out in fact that Jacksonville had become home and this baseball family was enjoying far too much the city, the fans and the team they fostered into growth.

over and the fans went home, he would let the girls drive his mustang around the race track, she really loved it. In fact the week she retired from being a teacher, her friends put together some money and sent her down to Daytona to drive the track down there; she had it up to 141 mph. She wants me to go down with her and since they got that new track, I just might do it.” Obviously Nancy’s love for race cars only added icing on the cake. The two were married shortly after the new stadium opened and even had their reception in it, surrounded by friends.

It was not long before Pedro took on full responsibilities and became the General Manager. Father and son worked together side by side and slowly built the park up until the early 90’s when Bragan Sr. started having multiple health problems and passed the torch on to his son permanently. It was about that time the Better Jacksonville Plan was passed and revitalization all over the city was taking place. The smallest part of the plan, the new ball park is still what many consider one of the most visible.

The Bragan’s have owned the Suns for 27 years now and it is plain to see they have enjoyed every minute of it just as they say. Their commitment to the franchise will go down in the books, with a team that is still leading the Southern League in attendance year after year. Their back-to-back National Championships have brought even more attention to the team and Bragan Sr. jokes in an all too serious tone, “Pedro wants that 3rd one! No team in Southern League history has ever had three in a row and he is after it!” Bragan Jr. smiles from behind his desk as his Dad prods him.

Bragan Sr. brags, “Oh Pedro did a great job, it’s always been him. He worked so hard. He is the one who went all over the place to look at nice parks, really get an idea of what was out there so we knew what we wanted, how to make the park the best it could be.”

As if on cue, the Southern League President, Don Mincher calls in to say hello to the Bragans and thank them for a fruit basket and well wishes in the wake of his recent triple bypass. In return, the Bragans are the gracious gentlemen their mothers raised them to be.

The result was an impressive new stadium with all the things people love about the old ones. Beautiful brickwork encloses an 11,000 fan capacity with useful features like the grass seating berm where families can stretch out on blankets and enjoy the game while kids run around. The enormous overhang that protects seated patrons from the sun and rain is a famous feature along with another favorite, the great kid’s park which the Bragans tell me was an absolute must in the design.

Pedro, the man who refuses to work for a living tells me earnestly, “Minor league baseball was the fabric of summertimes in Jacksonville 100 years ago and it is still just as active and vital today as it was then.”

And while a new ballpark is pretty great, 2003 had even more in store for Pedro who would find love with Elementary school principal, Nancy Miller. The two met through Bragan’s “Casey Challenge” that encourages literacy through reciting from memory the famous poem ‘Casey at the Bat’. So how does Nancy like the baseball business? Bragan lights up at the thought, “She loves it. She always loved sports, but she became more of a baseball fan after she married me. She really loves racing though, when she was a teenager, her friend's Daddy owned a local track and after all the races were

This comes as no surprise to the thousands of fans who have found a comfortable spot to pop peanuts in their mouths, drink long cool gulps of Coca-Cola or beer under the warm sun with the soft wind coming off the river, while they root root root for the home team.

Story By Megan Champion Megan Champion resides in Jacksonville with her husband, son and small blue cat. You can reach her at championmegan@gmail.com Photos By Craig ONeal top right photo pg 14 and bottom left photo on pg 15 APRIL 2011 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com

World Golf Village With the amount of fuzzy animals coming to the World Golf Village in April, it will be, hands down, the cutest month of the year for the World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum.

First, Born To Be Wild 3D is coming to the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater on April 8. This film, narrated by Morgan Freeman, documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them – saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild. If you haven’t seen the trailer for this movie yet, go to WorldGolfIMAX.com right now and check it out. We’ll wait. Seriously. Go. It’s devastatingly cute. And when you’re watching the trailer, remember that the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater has been upgraded to IMAX Digital 3D technology. How can you say no to baby elephants on the biggest IMAX screen in the Southeastern U.S.? WorldGolfIMAX.com has all the showtimes for the Born To Be Wild 3D and you can buy tickets there as well. (Baby elephants!) On April 16, we go from baby orangutans and elephants to the Easter Bunny. The annual World Golf Hall of Fame Easter Festival is one of the most popular events of the year. Hundreds of kids and parents come out for breakfast with the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, bounce houses, IMAX movies and more. It’s nice of the Easter Bunny to take time out of his busy schedule and show up to the World Golf Village a week before his big date, but he can’t say no to all the kids who are out on the Hall of Fame lawn gathering up candy-filled eggs. It’s too much fun. The Easter Festival is from 8:15-11:45 a.m. Tickets are $12 per person and include admission to an IMAX movie (Born To Be Wild 3D anyone?). Children under the age of 3 are free. Finally, a heads up to all you golf fans: The World Golf Hall of Fame’s Induction Ceremony is Monday, May 9. The public is invited to join the party as former president George H.W. Bush, Ernie Els, Frank Chirkinian, Jumbo Ozaki, Doug Ford and Jock Hutchison all enter the Hall of Fame. Tickets to the Induction Ceremony are free to the public. But for $150, you can upgrade to reserved seating and a ticket to the Gala afterward (one of the best parties of the golf season). Go to WorldGolfHallofFame.org for details. And remember: baby elephants!

Art Locale Avondale A rt Gallery

Mon-Sat,10 a.m.-5 p.m. 3545 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville (904) 389-6712 www.theavondalegallery.com

Bethel Gallery

4510 Palm Valley Rd., Ponte Vedra (904) 280-9075

Butterfield Garage A rt Gallery

Hillary Gross Oils/Pastels Daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 137 King St., St. Augustine (904) 825-4577 www.butterfieldgarage.com

Corse Gallery & Atelier

April 15 – 5-8 p.m. Opening of Barbara Flowers New Works April 15-May 13 Barbara Flowers New Works Tues.-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. & by appt. 4144 Herschel St. (904) 388-8205 www.corsegalleryatelier.com

Crisp-Ellert A rt Museum Mon.-Fri., 12-4 p.m. 48 Sevilla St., Flagler College (904) 826- 8530

Dawson Gallery

Tues.-Fri.,10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 4444 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville (904) 731-9211 www.dgjax.com

Fairfax Gallery

Ponte Vedra Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1740 Sawgrass Village Dr. (904) 285-1121 Jacksonville Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. & Sat., 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 4216 Herschel St. (904) 384-7724 www.ellendiamond.com

FUSION art wine jazz

Thursdays, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.: Tango Thurs Fridays: Live Jazz Duo/Trio Wed.-Sat., 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 1827 N. Pearl St., Jacksonville (904) 982-1178 www.fusionartwinejazz.com

First Street Gallery

3rd Thursday every month 5-9 p.m. North Beaches Art Walk Exhibition: Current-April 4 Salt Air Visions Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 216-B First St., Neptune Beach (904) 241-6928 www.firststreetgalleryart.com

Fogle Fine A rt & Accessories Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 3312 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville (904) 296-1414 www.foglefineart.com

Gallery 1037 at R eddi-A rts

Featured Artists April: Kathleen Lambert, Anthony Rieck, Tiger Gomez, & Matthew Dale Proctor Mon.-Fri 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat 9:30 a.m.-6p.m.; Sun 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 1037 Hendricks Ave. (904) 398-3161 www.reddiarts.com/gallery.html

Gallery F ramery

1718 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville (904) 398-6255 www.galleryframery.com

Jack Mitchell Gallery, Thrasher-Horne Center for the A rts Exhibition: April 11-June 27 Florida School of the Arts Student Photography Exhibit Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: Free 283 College Dr., Orange Park (904) 276-6750 www.thcenter.org

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JAXPORT Gallery

Current-April 15 Mary St. Germain April 18-May 31 Kirk Chamberlain Located on the 1st floor 2831 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville www.jaxport.com/about/arts.cfm

J Johnson Gallery

Exhibition: Current-April 1-John Alexander April 15-June 10-Works on Paper IV Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 12-5 p.m. 177 4th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach (904) 435-3200 www.jjohnsongallery.com

M arie Shell Studio Gallery 724 Nature’s Hammock Rd. W., Jacksonville (904) 287-2235 marieshell.com

Mussallem Galleries

Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 5801 Philips Hwy., Jacksonville (904) 739-1551 www.mussallem.com

Nathan H. Wilson Center for the A rts

Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. FCCJ South Gallery Exhibits 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville (904) 646-2222

P eter O’Neill Gallery

Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri.Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 12-6 p.m. 130 St. George St., St. Augustine (904) 808-1311

PIE Studio

1827 N. Pearl St. (904) 247-8337

R. Roberts Gallery

Exhibitions: Current-April 23 Winter Transitions; Spring Storms Tues-Sat 11am-6pm Sun-Mon and Evenings by Appt 3606 St. Johns Ave. in Historic Avondale (904) 388-1188 www.RRobertsGallery.com

R achel Thompson Gallery

Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 139 SeaGrove Mainstreet., St. Augustine (904) 825-0205 SeaGrove Town Center (904) 825-0205 www.rachelthompsongallery.com

R embrandtz A merican Craft Gallery Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 131 King St., St. Augustine (904) 829-0065 www.rembrandtz.com

Southlight Gallery

Tues-Fri 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or by Appt. 100 N. Laura St. (904) 358-1002 www.southlightgallery.com

St. Johns Cultural Council

370 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine (904) 471-9980 www.stjohnsculture.com

SSJ Stained Glass Studio 2745 Industry Center Rd # 6, St Augustine (904) 669-5388 www.ssjstainedglass.com

Stellers Gallery

Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Check website for current artists 1409 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville (904) 396-9492 240 A1A N., Ste. 4, Ponte Vedra (904) 273-6065 www.stellersgallery.com

Sun Studio

Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1650-3 Hamilton St., Jacksonville (904) 389-2999

JJohnson Gallery

www.jjohnsongallery.com

Sydney McK enna Gallery & Studio 5 Inlet Place, St. Augustine (904) 824-2414 www.sydneymckenna.com

St. Augustine A rt A ssociation Exhibitions: 22 Marine St., St. Augustine (904) 824-2310 www.staaa.org

The A rt Center 31 W. Adams Street (904) 355-1757

The A rt Center II

Opened for special events & by appt. 229 N. Hogan St. (904) 355-1757 blogfromthecenter.blogspot.com

Thomas H ager Fine A rt

2547 Herschel St., Jacksonville (904) 388-9829 www.thomashager.com

The Bee Gallery

Mon.-Thur., 10 a.m.-8p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun., 12-5:30 p.m. 2 Independent Dr., Suite 154 (904) 304-1885 www.beegalleryjax.com

The Gallery at Broadfoot Design

420 S. A1A, Jacksonville Beach (904) 242-8800

The L etter Shop

Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 228 E. Forsyth St. (904) 677-2977

The Next Gallery

Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 203 N. Laura St. Inside the Elks Building (904) 707-0030

Three L ayers Coffee House

Mon-Thurs. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri., 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m.Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. 1620 Walnut St. (904) 355-9791 www.threelayersacoffeehouse.com

Tripp H arrison Studio & Gallery

Please call for hours. 22 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine (904) 824-3662 www.trippharrisongallery.com

Troops of Time

Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. by appt only. Original military art and prints 1602 Copeland St., Jacksonville (904) 381-6828 troopsoftime.com

Vandroff A rt Gallery

Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Cl Sat. 8505 San Jose Blvd. # B, Jacksonville (904) 730-2100

If you would like to have your art exhibition and/or theatrical event listed go to www.iwantabuzz. com/jacksonville-fl, click on the Calendar tab and select “Add an Event.” Art Locale events and exhibitions will be taken from the calendar on the 15th of the month for the following month’s issue. For more info contact Megan at mrobertson@iwantaBUZZ.com

M Music

Musicology Test Your Music Knowledge By James Neal

April 15th at St. Augustine Amphitheatre with special guests Justin Moore & Josh Kelly

Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert is one of the fastest rising country music stars in the industry today. To call her an award winning musician is absolutely not an exaggeration, for in the 6 years since the release of her first album she has won a multitude of awards from various music associations. Her first album, Kerosene, was released in 2005 and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Country Music Album Charts, and soon after gained platinum status for selling over a million copies. The album also won her the Academy of Country Music’s Top New Female Vocalist award. Her second album, Crazy ExGirlfriend, was released just two years later and went on to become the Academy of Country Music’s album of the year. Her third and most recent album entitled Revolution has been slowly released to the public since 2009. Revolution has stemmed four charted singles, “Dead Flowers” was played at the ACM awards in 2009, “White Liar” peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart, “The House That Built Me” went on to become Miranda’s very first #1 chart single, and “Only Prettier” is still moving its way through the charts. What makes Miranda Lambert such a breakout artist is the honesty of her music. She stands behind every single lyric of each and every song featured on her albums, and believes that her devotion to write those songs in such an honest manner is what holds her in a different light than many other artists. Her music revolves around real life situations, but tends to lean more towards a confident and sometimes aggressive approach to coping with struggle. Miranda is currently in the running for Entertainer of the Year at the Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. She is also holding a record for more award nominations than any other female artists by the Academy of Country Music. She is a young artist and is still pushing more music up the charts and into audiences across the globe. She proudly shows that not all country ladies are so easily pushed over and they can quite easily make you regret crossing them.

1. Miranda Lambert has how many nominations for this year’s ACM awards? A.4 B.6 C.9 D.8

2. How many studio albums has she released? A. 3 B. 5 C. 2 D. 4

D. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

5. Miranda Lambert has made music videos for all of these songs except for ___? A. “Bring Me Down” B. “Dead Flowers” C. “Heart Like Mine” D. “Do What You Want” 6. The ACM awards are allowing fans to vote for the winner of what award?

3. Which of these is not a Miranda Lambert song? A. “Gunpowder & Lead” B. “New Strings” C. “Savior” D. “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”

4. What is the name of Miranda Lambert’s 2nd Album? A. Kerosene B. Revolution C. The New America

(Hint: Miranda Lambert is nominated for this)

A. Best New Vocalist B. Entertainer of the Year C. Female Artist of the Year D. Best New Album

7. What song did Miranda Lambert win a Grammy for? A. “Help Is On The Way” B. “Kerosene” C. “Only Prettier” D. “The House That Built Me”

8. What is next to Miranda Lambert on the cover of her album Revolution? A. a guitar B. a horse C. a microphone D. nothing it’s just a picture of her

9. What was the first ACM award Miranda Lambert won? A. Female Vocalist of the Year B. Album of the Year C. Top New Female Vocalist D. Song of the Year

10. Miranda sang background vocals in her boyfriend Blake Shelton’s album ____. A. No Control B. Stranger Than Fiction C. Home D. Startin’ Fires

Answer ke 1. B 2. D 3. C 4. C 5. D 6. B 7. D 8. A 9. C 10. D APRIL 2011 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com

MLocal Music Scene

April1st - 3rd

A nnual Springing The Blues: April

1-3, Sea Walk Pavilion, 75 N. 1st St., www.springingtheblues.com

Shane Dwight: April 2, Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach Blvd., (904) 247-6636, www.mojobbq.com

K enny Garrett Quartet: April 2, 7

23rd A nnual Great A merican Jazz Series presents a Tribute to The Clayton H amilton Orchestra conducted by J.B. Scott: April 6, 7:30

p.m., Admission: $8-30, UNF Robinson p.m. & 10 p.m., Admission: $21-25, Ritz Theater, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2878, Theatre & Museum, 829 N. Davis St., (904) www.unf.edu/fineartscenter Shane Dwight’s Official Springing 632-5555, www.ritzjacksonville.com the Blues A fter Party: April 1-3, Nate Holley Band: April 6, Lynch’s 10 p.m., Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach Blvd., Darren Corlew Band: April 2, 7:30 (904) 247-6636, www.springingtheblues.com p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net P unch Brothers ft. Chris Thile: Simply Sinatra with Steve L ippia: April 1, 8 p.m., Admission: $25-30, Florida Bobby Long: April 3, 8 p.m., Admission: April 7, 8 p.m., Wilson Center for the Arts, Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., (904) 355-2787, $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 11901 Beach Blvd., (904) 632-3373, www.floridatheatre.com (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com www.artistseriesjax.org Bubbly Joe/ Common Ground: April M anafest/ M an A part/ Inasense/ Voice of the Wetlands A ll-Stars: 1, Admission: $8, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st R-K itect: April 3, 7 p.m., Admission: April 7, 10 p.m., Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com $10-13, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Blvd., (904) 247-6636, www.mojobbq.com Delta Dave Johnson: April 1, 7:30 p.m., Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com “Rockville Rumble” with M anna Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280Zen/ Supercollide/ Oscar Mike/ 5515, www.urbanflats.net First Coast Wind Ensemble: April 3, 3 Shotgun H arbour/ VIKTR: April 7, 7 p.m., Admission: $15-25, Thrasher-Horne p.m., Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, JU Opera Theatre presents The Center for the Arts, 283 College Dr., (904) 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www. Vampyr: April 1, 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., 276-6750, www.thcenter.org jackrabbitsonline.com Friday Musicale, 645 Oak St., (904) 3557584, www.FridayMusicale.com Orange Park Chorale F ree Spring E asy Star A llstars/ The Green/ Cas H aley: April 7, 8 p.m., Admission: $15, R everend Roy: April 1, 6-10 p.m., Billy’s Concert: April 3, 5 p.m., St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral, 256 East Church St., Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) www.orangeparkchorale.com 2473, www.freebirdlive.com 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com R eggae Sunday – P ili P ili: April 3, The James Moors and Kort McCumber: Blister: April 1 & 2, 10 p.m.-close, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249- Conch House, 57 Comares Ave., (904) 829- April 7, 8:30 p.m., European Street Café 8646, www.conch-house.com (San Marco), 1704 San Marco Blvd., (904) 5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com 398-9500, www.europeanstreet.com Pat Rose: April 3, Noon-4 p.m., Billy’s The Orange Park Chorale – 2011 Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) High Tides of Jazz: April 7, 7:30 p.m., Spring Concerts: April 1-3, St. Mark’s 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280Lutheran Church, 3976 Hendricks Ave., 5515, www.urbanflats.net www.orangeparkchorale.com James M assol and F riend Baroque Ryan Cambell: April 7, Lynch’s Irish SYMfantasy – Jacksonville Symphony Bassoon R ecital: April 3, 6 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, 1100 Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, Orchestra: April 1 & 2, 8 p.m., Stockton St., (904) 387-5691, www. www.lynchsirishpub.com Admission: $26-66, Times-Union Centergoodshepherd23.org/MusicCMS.html Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 W. Water St., A live A fter Five – Boogie F reaks: (904) 354-5547, www.jaxsymphony.org April 7, 5-10 p.m., The Plaza at Town Center, 4850 Big Island Dr., UNF Opera Ensemble & Orchestra “Rockville Rumble” with In www.aliveafterfives.com presents “The Consul” by Gian Whispers: April 4, 7 p.m., Admission: $10, Carlo Menotti: April 1-4, 7:30 p.m., 3 Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) Mr. Sunshine: April 7, 5:30-9:30 p.m., p.m. Sunday Matinee, UNF Lazzara Hall, 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 1 UNF Dr. Building 45, (904) 620-2878, 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com www.unf.edu/fineartscenter 4P lay: April 3, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) L eonard Brothers: April 7 & 8, 7:30 99.9 Gator Country FREE Concert 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) Series – Steve Holy with Steve A zar: 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com April 1, 8-11 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, Michael Sachs, principal trumpet of 2 W Independent Blvd., (904) 353-1188, the Cleveland Orchestra: April 4, 5 www.999gatorcountry.com p.m., UNF Fine Arts Center, Room 1404, 1 Nordic F usion – Jacksonville UNF Dr., www.unf.edu/fineartscenter Orange Park Chorale F ree Spring Symphony Orchestra: April 8, 11 a.m. Concert: April 1, 7:30 p.m., Island L ittle Green Men: April 4, Lynch’s & 7:30 p.m., Admission: $35, with appetizers View Baptist Church, 900 Park Ave., Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, $45, Times-Union Center-Jacoby Symphony www.orangeparkchorale.com www.lynchsirishpub.com Hall, 300 W. Water St., (904) 354-5547, www.jaxsymphony.org Oh Sleeper/ R ejoice The Awakening/ “Rockville Rumble” with Bleeding Seizing The Final Victory: April 1, 7:30 in Stereo & High Order: April 5, 7 p.m., A lice A nna: April 8, Admission: $8, p.m., Admission: $12, Murray Hill Theatre, Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www. www.freebirdlive.com www.murrayhilltheatre.com jackrabbitsonline.com 4P lay: April 8, 6-10 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse F rontline: April 1 & 2, 7:30 p.m., EOTO/ Zebbler encanti experience: Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www. SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493billysboathousegrill.com April 5, 8 p.m., Admission: $15, Freebird 9305, www.suitejacksonville.com Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, Bare Soul/ October Glory/ The www.freebirdlive.com New Day: April 2, 8 p.m., Admission: $8, Savvy/ The Delicate/ 316 E ast: April Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 8, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Darren Corlew: April 5, 6:30-9 p.m., 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280(904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com 5515, www.urbanflats.net Springing the Blue A fterparty: April 2, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246Gene Loves Jezebel: April 8, Brewsters Pit, L atin Wave: April 5, 7 p.m., SUITE, 2473, www.freebirdlive.com 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.brewsterspubandpit.com www.suitejacksonville.com Joshua Adams: April 2, 7-11:45 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Blvd., Split Tone: April 5, Lynch’s Irish Slaid Cleaves: April 8, 8-10 p.m., European (904) 353-1188, www.JoshuaAdamsMusic.com Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, Street Café (Southside), 5500 Beach Blvd., (904) 398-1717, www.europeanstreet.com www.lynchsirishpub.com The Human A bstract: April 2, Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) M ark O’Quinn: April 8, 7:30 p.m., Urban The 5 Browns: April 6, Times-Union 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, Center-Jacoby Hall, 300 W. Water St., www.urbanflats.net (904) 633-6110, www.jaxevents.com M att H all: April 2, 8:30 p.m., Corner Bistro & Wine Bar, 9823-1 Tapestry Park Lyrics Born: April 6, 8 p.m., Admission: Witz End: April 8, 9:30 p.m., Dicks Wings Circle, www.cornerbistrowinebar.com and Grill (Jax Beach), 311 3rd St. N., (904) $12, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com 853-5004, www.dickswingsandgrill.com

April 4th - 7th

April 8th-10th

Orange Park Chorale F ree Spring Concert: April 2, 7:30-9:30 p.m., St.

Mark’s Lutheran Church, 3976 Hendricks Ave., www.orangeparkchorale.com

David Ferrard: April 2, 8 p.m., European Street Café (Southside), 5500 Beach Blvd., (904) 398-1717, www.europeanstreet.com

Toots Lorraine and the Traffic:

Bread & Butter: April 8 & 9, 8 p.m.-cl,

Paxton and Mike: April 6, 6 p.m.,

Dune Dogs: April 9, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 2419771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

April 6, Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant, 691 N. 1st St., (904) 270-0025, www.casamarinahotel.com Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 2805515, www.urbanflats.net

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Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 2495181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Joan R ed/ Mindslip/ Through You:

Soulo & Deron Baker: April 13, 6 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 2805515, www.urbanflats.net

Atomic Tom: April 9, 8 p.m., Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Nate Holley Band: April 13, Lynch’s

Coming This Fall/ K aliyl/ Dancell/ A Jasey Project/Vagrant Undertow:

Yanni In Concert: April 14, Times-

April 9, Admission: $8, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

April 9, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 3883179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

F requency 54: April 9, Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 633-6110, www.jaxevents.com

Forever the Sickest K ids/ Breathe Carolina/ We A re the In Crowd/ Before their Eyes: April 14, 6 p.m.,

Admission: $16, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

Cliff Eberhardt and Nathan McEuen: April 9, 8 p.m., European Street

High Tides of Jazz: April 14, 7:30 p.m.,

Barrett Jockers & Band: April 9, 7:30

Drowning Pool/ Trust Company/ Pop Evil/ A new R evolution: April

Musikology: April 9, 7:30 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com

The P lanets – Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra: April 14, 7:30

Café (Southside), 5500 Beach Blvd., (904) 398-1717, www.europeanstreet.com

p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Celebramos – Songs F rom L atin A merica: April 10, 6:30 p.m., Admission:

$18-25, Times-Union Center-Jacoby Hall, 300 W. Water St., (904) 353-1636, www.jaxchildrenschorus.com

“Rockville Rumble” with 7 Years Past/ Elijah Road/ Wasted Talent/ 2 Minute Wish/ F rom Within: April

10, 7 p.m., Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Ponderosa: April 10, Brewsters Pit,

14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

Cool H and Luke/ A lexander: April

10, 7 p.m., Admission: $10-13, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 3883179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

R eggae Sunday – L ions of Jah: April

10, The Conch House, 57 Comares Ave., (904) 829-8646, www.conch-house.com

April 11th-14th David Nail along with Walker H ayes: April 11, 8 p.m., Admission:

$10-25, Mavericks Rock N’ Honky Tonk Concert Hall, (904) 356-1110, www.mavericksatthelanding.com

Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 2805515, www.urbanflats.net

14, Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

p.m., April 15 & 16, 8 p.m., Admission: $26-66, Times-Union Center-Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 W. Water St., (904) 354-5547, www.jaxsymphony.org

UNF Grand Finale Concert: April 14, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $10, UNF Lazzara Hall, 1 UNF Dr., Building 45, (904) 6202878, www.unf.edu/fineartscenter

The K not: April 14, 7:30 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com Ryan Cambell: April 14, Lynch’s

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

A live A fter Five – Slippery When Wet: April 14, 5-10 p.m., The Plaza at Town Center, 4850 Big Island Dr., www.aliveafterfives.com

Wanee Music F estival: April 14-16,

Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, Live Oak Florida, waneefestival.com

Mr. Sunshine: April 14, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

April 15th-17th Miranda L ambert with Justin Moore & Josh K elly: April 15, 7 p.m.,

Admission: $34.50-44.50, St. Augustine

Duo F lute R ecital featuring R honda Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., (904) 209Cassano & L aura Dwyer, flutes and 0367, www.staugamphitheatre.com Dr. Erin Bennett, piano: April 11, 7:30 p.m., UNF Recital Hall, 1 UNF Dr., (904) Darkhorse Saloon: April 15, 8 p.m., 620-2878, www.unf.edu/fineartscenter

L ittle Green Men: April 11, Lynch’s

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

“Rockville Rumble” with One Less Atlantic: April 12, 7 p.m., Admission: $10,

Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 3987496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Ochestra Invitational Concert with Titusville High School Orchestra:

Admission: $8, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

4 P lay: April 15, 6-10 p.m., Billy’s

Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

A aron Gillsepie/ Ryan Shelley Band/ L ights of Evening: April 15,

7:30 p.m., Admission: $10-13, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 3883179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

April 12, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $10, UNF Lazzara Hall, 1 UNF Dr., Building 45, (904) The Old City String Quartet: April 15, 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., Friday 620-2878, www.unf.edu/fineartscenter Musicale, 645 Oak St., (904) 355-7584, www.FridayMusicale.com Darren Corlew: April 12, 6:30-9 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280Evans Bros.: April 15, 7:30 p.m., Urban 5515, www.urbanflats.net Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net Danny Lozada: April 12, 7 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493R ed R iver Band: April 15, 6-10 p.m., 9305, www.suitejacksonville.com Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs FestFrancis Field, 29 W. Castillo Drive, (904) Split Tone: April 12, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com Blonde A mbition: April 15 & 16, 7:30 “Rockville Rumble” with None L ike p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) Us: April 13, 7 p.m., Admission: $10, Jack 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398K ickin L assie: April 15 & 16, 10 p.m.7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com close, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com Dr. Dog/ Floating Action: April 13, 8 p.m., Admission: $15, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com E ager Beaver: April 16, Noon-2 p.m., Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs FestFrancis Field, 29 W. Castillo Dr, (904) Cloud 9: April 13, Casa Marina Hotel & 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net Restaurant, 691 N. 1st St., (904) 270-0025, www.casamarinahotel.com

The Committee Band: April 16,

2-4 p.m., Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs Fest-Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Dr, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

Those Guys: April 16, 4-6 p.m.,

Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs FestFrancis Field, 29 W. Castillo Dr, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

Willie Green Blues Project with Doug Carn: April 16, 6-8 p.m.,

Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs FestFrancis Field, 29 W. Castillo Dr, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

John Waters: April 16, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com J.J. Grey & Mofro: April 16, 8:30-10

p.m., Admission: $5, Rhythm & Ribs Fest-Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Drive, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

Darren Corlew Band: April 16, 7:30 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

BET Music M atters Tour – M arsha A mbrosius/ Melanie Fiona/ A nthony David: April 16,

8 p.m., Admission: $30-35, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., (904) 3552787, www.floridatheatre.com

Abandon Kansas/ Showbread/ Quiet Science/ Nobody On Land/ A Call For Kylie/ The Tell Tale Heart:

April 16, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

Beaches Unplugged Series: April 16, 7 p.m., Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra, 50 Executive Way, (904) 2800614, www.ccpvb.org

Darren Corlew: April 19, 6:30-9 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net L atin Wave: April 19, 7 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com

Split Tone: April 19, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com SOJA/ The Dirty Heads with New Politics: April 20, 8 p.m., Admission:

$28.50-33.50, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., (904) 355-2787, www.floridatheatre.com

Joe Buck/ Sawyer Family: April 20,

Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

Johnston Duo: April 20,

Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant, 691 N. 1st St., (904) 270-0025, www.casamarinahotel.com

Soulo & Deron Baker: April 20, 6 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net Nate Holley Band: April 20, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

A live A fter Five – Dave M atthews Tribute Band: April 21, 5-10 p.m.,

Bush Doctors: April 22, 6-10 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

C’Nergy: April 22 & 23, 7:30 p.m.,

SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 4939305, www.suitejacksonville.com

An Evening with Bernadette Peters: April 23, 8 p.m., Times-Union

Center-Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., (904) 354-5547, www.jaxsymphony.org

The Dangerous Summer/ Sparks the Rescue/ The Graduate/ The Scenic: April 23, 7 p.m., Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Monozygotik / F light R isk / Mighty Dub K illaz: April 23, Admission: $10, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

White Collar Sideshow/ A rlyn/ Skyliner: April 23, 7:30 p.m.,

Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

P eyton Brothers: April 23, 8 p.m., European Street Café (Southside), 5500 Beach Blvd., (904) 398-1717, europeanstreet.com

The Plaza at Town Center, 4850 Big Island Dr., www.aliveafterfives.com

Molotov Solution: April 23,

JIMKATA/ J2K: April 21, 8 p.m., Admission: $8, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Barrett Jockers & Band: April 23,

Brian A shley Jones: April 21,

Kurt L anham: April 24, Noon-

Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

7:30 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

8:30 p.m., European Street Café (San Marco), 1704 San Marco Blvd., (904) 398-9500, europeanstreet.com

4 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

High Tides of Jazz: April 21, 7:30

Jimmy Parrish: April 24, 4:30-

Dune Dogs: April 17, 4:308:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

L atraia Savage & the A ll Stars: April 21, 7:30 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com

R eggae Sunday – 418: April 24, The

Soulo Lyons Band: April 17, Noon-

Ryan Cambell: April 21, Lynch’s

April 25th - 30th

Incognito: April 17, Noon-4 p.m.,

2:30 p.m., Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs Fest-Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Drive, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

Micah Shalom & The Babylonian: April 17, 3-6 p.m., Admission: $2, Rhythm & Ribs Fest-Francis Field, 29 W. Castillo Drive, (904) 669-1872, www.rhythmandribs.net

Slomski Brothers/ Single White Herpe & the A ids: April 17, 8 p.m., Admission: $8, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Family Force 5/ Stereo Skyline/ Swimming With Dolphins/ Since Forever: April 17, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $15-18, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

Reggae Sunday-Scholars Word: April 17, The Conch House, 57 Comares Ave., (904) 829-8646, www.conch-house.com

p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Our Last Night/ Vanna: April 21,

Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

R ise Against with Bad R eligion & Four Year Strong: April 22,

6:30 p.m., Admission: $32.50-37.50, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., (904) 209-0367, www.staugamphitheatre.com

Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials: April 22, Mojo Kitchen, 1500 Beach Blvd., (904) 247-6636, www.mojobbq.com

The Movement/ Heavy P ets:

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Gary Starling Jazz Band: April

19, 8 p.m., European Street Café (San Marco), 1704 San Marco Blvd., (904) 398-9500, europeanstreet.com

Ghostland Observatory and guests: April 26, 8 p.m., Admission: $23,

Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 633-6110, www.jaxevents.com

Becoming The A rchetype/ I Drive A Station Wagon/ For What It’s Worth/ Day of Vengeance: April 22, 7:30 p.m.,

Diddy Dirty Money/ L loyd/ Tyga: April 28, Plush, 845 university Blvd. N. (904) 743-1845, www.plushjax.com

Tim Grimm: April 28, 8:30 p.m.,

European Street Café (San Marco), 1704 San Marco Blvd., (904) 398-9500, europeanstreet.com

High Tides of Jazz: April 28, 7:30 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 2805515, www.urbanflats.net

Frontline: April 28, 7:30 p.m., SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com

Ryan Cambell: April 28, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com Alive After Five – Love Tribe: April 28,

5-10 p.m., The Plaza at Town Center, 4850 Big Island Dr., www.aliveafterfives.com

Kurt Lanham: April 28, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com Chicago: April 29, 8 p.m., Admission:

$48.50-80.50, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. Suite 300, (904) 355-2787, www.floridatheatre.com

Brooke F raser: April 29, 8 p.m., Admission: $20, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com 4P lay: April 29, 6-10 p.m., Billy’s

Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

Onward To Olympas/ As Hell Retreats/ Gideon/ Advocate/ A Hope For Tomorrow/ Avirence: April

29, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 3883179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

Chanticleer – An Orchestra of Voices: April 29, 7:30 p.m., St. Pauls By The Sea, 465 11th Ave. N., www.chanticleer.org

Evans Bros.: April 29, 7:30 p.m., Urban

Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Roger That: April 29 & 30, Lynch’s

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Darren Corlew: April 26, 6:30-9 p.m.,

April 29-May 1, Downtown St. Augustine, www.gamblerogersfest.org

Admission: $8, MOCA, 333 N. Laura St., (904) 366-6911, www.mocajacksonville.org

Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 2805515, www.urbanflats.net 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 493-9305, www.suitejacksonville.com

Upon A Burning Body/ The Color Morale/ I the Breathe/ L ike Moths to F lames/R ejoice the Awakening: April 27, 6:30 p.m.,

SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., (904) 4939305, www.suitejacksonville.com

Gamble Rogers Folk F estival:

Yelloman: April 30, Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

One Less Atlantic/ Count Me In: April 30, 7:30 p.m., Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 3883179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

The Final Rockville Rumble: April 30, Admission: $8, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 398-7496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

Darren Corlew Band: April 30, 7:30

Unwritten L aw/ Authority Zero and guests: April 27, 8 p.m., Admission:

Welcome to Rockville: May 8, Metropolitan Park, 1410 GAtor Bowl Blvd., www.welcometorockvillefestival.com

$16, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 2462473, www.freebirdlive.com

The Ritz Chamber Players Spring Concert: April 27, Admission: $10-25,

Within Chaos: April 22, Brewsters Pit, 14003 Beach Blvd., (904) 223-9850, www.brewsterspubandpit.com

Derryck L awrence P roject:

Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Ace Factor: April 29 & 30, 7:30 p.m.,

Admission: $8-10, Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., (904) 388-3179, www.murrayhilltheatre.com

A pril Dean: April 22, 7:30 p.m.,

Nate Holley Band: April 27, Lynch’s

The Ritz Chamber Players Coffee Break Concerts: April 26, 2 p.m.,

Split Tone: April 26, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

R idin’ Solo E aster Bash ft. K eith Sweat & Silk: April 22, 8 p.m.,

L ittle Green Men: April 18, Lynch’s

Irish Pub, 514 1st St. N., (904) 249-5181, www.lynchsirishpub.com

Bach’s St. John Passion featuring UNF Chorale & UNF Bach Orchestra: April 22, 7 p.m.,

“Winds from Europe” featuring UNF Faculty: April 18, 7:30 p.m.,

April 18, 7 p.m., Admission: $10, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., (904) 3987496, www.jackrabbitsonline.com

L ittle Green Men: April 25, Lynch’s

Sol Caribe: April 26, 7 p.m., SUITE,

April 18th - 24th

Romance on a Rocketship/ For the Foxes/ Stay/ The Tell Tale Heart:

Conch House, 57 Comares Ave., (904) 829-8646, www.conch-house.com

April 22, Admission: $10, Freebird Live, 200 N. 1st St., (904) 246-2473, www.freebirdlive.com

Church of the Good Shepherd, 1100 Stockton St., (904) 387-5691, www. goodshepherd23.org

UNF Robinson Theater, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2878, www.unf.edu/ fineartscenter

8:30 p.m., Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., (904) 241-9771, www.billysboathousegrill.com

Soulo & Deron Baker: April 27, 6 p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St., (904) 354-5547, www.ritzchamberplayers.org

April 27, Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant, 691 N. 1st St., (904) 270-0025, www.casamarinahotel.com

p.m., Urban Flats (PV), 330 A1A N., (904) 280-5515, www.urbanflats.net

Taylor Swift: June 4, Amway Center, 400 W Church St., Orlando, (407) 4407000, www.amwaycenter.com

If you would like to have your show listed in BUZZ Entertainment Magazine, simply go to www.iwantaBUZZ.com/ jacksonville-fl, click on the Calendar tab and select “Add an Event.” Concerts will be taken from the calendar on the 15th of the month for the following issue.

GENE LOVES JEZEBEL April 8th

FREQUENCY 54 April 9th

DROWNING POOL TRUST COMPANY POP EVIL ANEW REVOLUTION, D5 April 14th

FICK THE PICTURE SHOW April 15th

JOE BUCK VIVA LE VOX April 20th

P Diddy

performing Live with

Diddy Dirty Money LLOYD, Tyga At Plush April 28th

Jefferson Starship at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall MAY 13th

The Deftones

& Dillinger Escape Plan at Plush MAY 20th

Taproot MAY 27th

Mushroomhead Hed Pe At Plush

MAY 27th register to win FrEE tickets at Brewsterspubandpit.com tickets Available at ticketweb.com or Brewsterspubandpit.com

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M Turn it UP Bands to be on the lookout for

DAVID NAIL & walker HAYES

DAVID NAIL STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC:

Growing up in a small southeastern Missouri town, David Nail might have chosen to follow any of the dreams that drifted by like the riverboats on the mighty Mississippi: but in the end, it was music that called his name. On his first album from MCA Nashville, he neatly bridges the divide, laying claim to his hometown roots while keeping a firm grip on the future, and all the deeply emotional territory in between. David feels like regardless of where you grew up, city, small town, east coast, west coast or whatever, there’s something in this music that you can relate to. They might not all be exactly the same, but everyone has those moments; the first time you left home, falling in love, losing love. That’s what moves him. Nail, son of a former high school band director, cut his musical teeth on a record collection that included Stevie Wonder, Elton John and the Beatles. Then he moved on to country. He discovered country music in the early 90’s along with everyone else his age; it was then that he fell in love with Glen Campbell, who is still one of his all-time favorites. Through the ups and downs of a life in the music business, Nail was persistent – and his dream became a realization with I’m About To Come Alive, a collection of songs that captures the highs and lows and the hometown flavor of his own experiences. There’s music you listen to when you’re feeling good, and music you listen to when you’re down and out, and this is a record that satisfies both needs. Nail wrote five of the eleven I’m About To Come Alive tracks. You won’t want to miss his performance of his songs …”Red Light” and new charting “Let It Rain”. Hard knocks and heartache, good times and bad, small towns and big cities – it’s all in his music.

Walker Hayes STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC: Walker Hayes had no business being in Nashville, yet here he is. He may have moved to Music City on a lark, but his determination—and a loving and supportive wife—helped him develop talents he didn’t know he had. Raised in Mobile, Ala., in a “Brady Bunch” household—his parents each brought four children to a blended family before making Walker the ninth—he discovered music early in his life. His father was a former music minister and one of his half-sisters once auditioned for “Star Search.” Walker’s debut album, Reason To Rhyme, doesn’t sound like a debut at all. It reminds one of a polished stone, not a diamond in the rough. The album is rife with picturesque images of love and lust with just the right dash of his trademark sense of humor. Walker is a romantic; the album’s title is a tribute to his wife, who has fully supported Walker’s crazy dream. No matter what happens, Walker has proved that dreams, with a heaping helping of determination, can come true. The man who sang cover tunes at the Bluebird Café is now a songwriter of extraordinary proportions. Among many songs Walker will be singing his chart rising hit “Pants” and “ Wait For Summer”.

CATCH THEM LIVE AT: Mavericks Rock N’ Honky Tonk Concert Hall April 9th, 2011, Doors at 6 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 GA, day of $15, $20 Upstairs day of $25. Tickets are available though mavericksatthelanding.com. You may also purchase tickets directly from the Mavericks Box Office, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or Wednesday through Saturday from 8 p.m. to 2 am. This is a 21 and up concert.

UNWRITTEN LAW Scott Russo (Vocals) Steve Morris (Guitars) Pat “PK” Kim (Bass) Dylan Howard (Drums) STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC: Southern

California’s Unwritten Law has become synonymous with the sounds of summer by releasing some of the most celebrated rock records of recent memory, touring the world to play for sold out crowds, holding the #1 slot on the Billboard Modern Rock charts and becoming a staple of the summer’s biggest festival, Vans Warped Tour. Not only have they become rock idols but also they have overcome pitfalls that would end the careers of most bands in order to remain relevant as others from the scene fade away. Now UNWRITTEN LAW is set to return with Swan, their sixth studio album. 20 APRIL 2011 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com

Marred by drugs, alcohol and personal struggles, Unwritten Law channeled their problems into writing and have crafted one of the most personal rock records of their career. “There was a lot of interpersonal turmoil going on with the band itself and in our personal lives when we were making this album,” recalls Unwritten Law guitarist Steve Morris. One such battle came in the form of front man Scott Russo losing his house and possessions in a terrible fire last year; however the band battled back in the face of adversity to make Swan. Anthemic songs such as lead single “Starships and Apocalypse” and “Dark Dayz” make this record the catchiest Unwritten Law record yet. Looking back on the past few years, Unwritten Law can’t help but smile. “We had taken ourselves and the music from something ugly that no one wanted to be a part of and turned it into something everyone loved and was proud of," adds Morris. They know that they have risen above the struggles that have stood in their way and are ready to make a splash in 2011 with Swan. Joining the band is Authority Zero who is touring in support of their new album Stories of Survival (Viking Funeral Records), the new label imprint founded by Pennywise guitarist Fletcher Dragge, Ken Seaton of Hardline Entertainment and Suburban Noize Records.

CATCH 'EM LIVE AT:

Wednesday April 27 at Freebird Live. Tickets are just $16 – visit www.jaxLIVE.com.

WEB SITE:

www.unwrittenlaw.com www.myspace.com/unwrittenlaw www.facebook.com/unwrittenlaw.music

Welcome to Rockville

Ladies and Gentlemen of Jacksonville, Welcome to Rockville is on the way. For those who have been twiddling thumbs and wishing for a large scale rock event to come to our fair city, the wait is over. Welcome to Rockville has one of the biggest lineups of international rock, alternative, metal, and punk driven bands that Jacksonville has seen in years. So far, the official line up is Godsmack, Stone Sour, Seether, Theory of a Deadman, Puddle of Mudd, Skillet, Cold, My Darkest Days, Cavo, Rev Theory, Halestorm, Art of Dying, and more bands to be announced. The event is also being hosted by FUSE TV’s own Mistress Juliya.

BUZZ was able to correspond with Danny Wimmer of Right Arm Entertainment to get the background scoop on Welcome to Rockville. “A lot of great bands and a lot of great rock bands have come from Jacksonville over the years from Lynyrd Skynyrd to Limp Bizkit to Cold to indie bands like the Black Kids. This festival is named Welcome to Rockville to celebrate Jacksonville's history and we're going to feature a Jacksonville area band each year. This year we've got Cold on the bill along with Puddle of Mudd which includes Paul Phillips who is from the beach. It’s really amazing how many great bands and Musicians have come from this town and we hope to highlight that for everyone to see.” - DW

You help put on a bunch of great shows, namely the massive Rock on the Range. What made you decide to put this show on in Jacksonville? “Well we had great success with the Big Ticket that I partner with Aaron at X 102.9, and I felt like Jacksonville was ready for a Big Rock Festival. I have been wanting to bring a great show to my hometown for a long time, and it helps when you have 2 strong radio stations in the market like X 102.9 and ROCK 104.5.” - DW

Aside from the obvious spectacular line up what else can audiences expect? Any extra steps you took to make sure this is a show to be remembered? “We are working really hard to make this an event people will remember. A lot of people are coming from out of town and we have made arrangements for the river taxi to provide transportation to and from the south bank. There will be plenty of local area food vendors like the O'Brothers food truck. We also brought our good friends from Monster Energy and Jagermeister to help us with the party. We want everyone coming to the show to have a great experience and hopefully we've laid the groundwork to make that happen.” - DW

Do you plan on building the show to become even bigger each year (just like Rock on the Range) till maybe it becomes an event over several days? “That is definitely a possibility. There are a lot of factors that could influence whether we go in that direction like how many people the show draws regionally, but I certainly hope the stars align so that we can build this event more each year.” – DW

Catch This Event At: Sunday, May 8, 2011, Metropolitan Park General Admission Tickets are on sale for $39.50, (VIP $90) Doors open at 11am.

website: welcometorockvillefestival.com

By: James Neal

Rise Against STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC: American punk band Rise Against formed in 2001 and has easily become a radio staple for new rock stations. They are responsible for such hits as “Savior”, “Death Blossoms”, “Prayer of the Refugee” and “Audience of One”. Rise Against has several gold and platinum records on their mantle, and their latest album is already picking up speed on the charts. Rise Against is currently touring the successful release of their fourth album with the help of producers Jason Livermore, Bill Stevenson, and the crew of the Blasting Room Studios (known for their work with Descendents, NOFX, and The Casualties to name a few), and they are sharing the stage with the infamous 30 year veteran punk band Bad Religion. The album entitled Endgame was released in March and has already received much praise from the pre released song “Help Is On The Way”. Endgame may be their most politically significant album yet. “Architects” covers the rebuilding of the Middle East and whether or not the politicians will stand by their word when the fighters have lowered their weapons. “Disparity By Design” captures the feud of the rich staying rich and the poor remaining poor, and what activists are doing to fight against this old model in this time of global economic hardship. Rise Against lends their support to multiple organizations and charities throughout the world. Their activism includes but is not limited to animal rights, worker rights, anti war, oil spill recovery, and solving the energy crisis. Their energy and enthusiasm resonates with the same passion that first fueled the punk genre into the public eye. The relevance of the band’s music as it applies to real world events is unmatched amongst other chart toping musicians. The stage combination of Rise Against and Bad Religion is bound to be an assertive and moving plea for change.

CATCH THEM LIVE AT: The St. Augustine Amphitheatre (with Bad Religion & Four Years Strong) Friday April 22, 2011 doors open at 5pm Tickets are starting around $35 and are available on ticketmaster.com Buy quick, this show is almost sold out!!

WEB SITE:

www.riseagainst.com By: James Neal

the Florida Theatre

Downtown, on the corner of Forsyth and Newnan there is a romantic looking old Theatre house where the bulbs on its vintage neon sign dance in neat rows, beckoning, as it has for decades. Designed as a magical escape from reality, the Florida Theatre is the work of Jacksonville’s own Roy Benjamin and R.E. Hall of New York. These architects employed a fantasy style that started with the Regent Theatre in New York and remained popular in Theatre design through the 1920’s. On April 8th 1927 the Florida Theatre After opening 1927 - credit Jacksonville Family opened their doors as the largest and finest venue downtown had ever seen. The designers said they were inspired by visions of Moorish courtyards at night. This is evident in the many horseshoeshaped arches throughout the Theatre that grace the grand balconies and fountains in warm tones of terra cotta. The Balcony - credit Studio Hour Glass Moorish style of architecture was common in Spain from the 13th to 16th century, and was a compliment to the proscenium theatre which created a six story window into the performance allowing patrons to slip into a world of fantasy. A night at the Theatre was a lavish experience in evening gowns and top hats. A nursery was provided for young children, allowing patrons to enjoy not only a performance but also dancing afterwards. The live orchestra music set the mood on the open-air rooftop garden that overlooked the city from the seventh-story level under a canopy of stars. Part of Jacksonville’s own, “Great White Way” this remained the most grand of the fifteen Theatres that composed the thriving entertainment district in the first half of the 20th Century. All within a walkable distance were not only Theatres but many popular department stores, restaurants and nightclubs. During this time the streets clamored with residents who were anxious to enjoy the many evenings out when television was unheard of and live entertainment was all the rage. The Great Depression brought this to a halt and caused Theatre doors across the country to reluctantly close in the wake of the economic crisis. While the Florida Theatre was certainly feeling the effects, manager Guy Kenimer took a different approach and generated interest by holding a community sponsored event called the Happy Hearts Club. This event solicited pledges from residents in the weeks leading up to Christmas Day, when they provided toys and more importantly food to the children in the area. As the little ones hungrily devoured all they were offered while squatting on the curb outside the Theatre, “Mothers wept, and tears trickled down the cheeks of fathers” according to the Jacksonville Journal. Throughout difficult times the Theatre adapted, offering a variety of programs like the on screen bingo game, “Screeno” and others like “Bank Night” which handed out cash prizes. These events kept the Theatre from bankruptcy until a new era began and the Depression became history. Ruth Moore remembers growing up in Jacksonville; the Theatre was a great place to catch a movie or a concert. Things were booming again and the Theatre was bringing back sell out shows probably the most famous of which, Forsyth Street - credit Jax Historical was Elvis Presley’s. “It

was a big deal” Moore recalls, “The churches were just up in arms about this horrible influence, how shocking he was.” The gyrating 21 year old who played one of his first indoor shows at the Theatre caused a ruckus that made national headlines. In 1956 before the shows took place, Juvenile Court Judge Marion Gooding took Elvis back stage for a stern talk; promising to sign the waiting warrants Elvis Fans - credit LIFE Magazine for his arrest if his nether regions didn’t stay in one place. Gooding sat through all six performances with his pen in hand though he never had to use it because as Moore recalls, Elvis dropped the hip moves, “He would stand there in that kelly green jacket and crook his little finger, oh the crowd just went wild! We could not hear anything he was saying because people were screaming so loud. Really, he could have been singing ‘Mary had a little lamb’ and no one would have know the difference. It was an experience I have never forgotten.” Elvis in Concert - credit LIFE Magazine The show drew attention from LIFE magazine, just one of the publications who did a feature on the evening. Elvis was upset that everyone felt so strongly about his dancing, telling a reporter, “I don’t do no dirty body movements.” Elvis’ ability to show restraint and his willingness to work with the law enforcement made him a favorite with Gooding who enjoyed his performances Elvis Concert - credit LIFE Magazine for years to come. Through the 60’s and 70’s times were changing again as many people moved out of cities and into the suburbs looking for 2.5 kids and a picket fence. The Florida Theatre was one of many establishments across the country that suffered as they struggled to stay afloat through the declining ticket sales. By the early 80’s the Arts Assembly of Jacksonville spearheaded a drive to collect several grants from all forms of guarantors. In only a year they had over 4 million dollars which was able to cover not only a total renovation but also expenses for a new start. This

breathed fresh life into the establishment and it has been moving forward ever since. Today, the theatre is an independent entity, governed by a dedicated list of board members. They offer over 200 shows a year with stars like Jay Leno, Norah Jones and Maya Angelou to name a few. Not only that but they also host events for over 100 non-profit organizations like the popular Art after Dark that showcases work of local artists and the recent Pet Walk which brings animal lovers out with hundreds of pets to enjoy Art Walk. From ballet to rock shows, you are sure to find the entertainment you seek and enjoy it in a theatre that is not only beautiful but rich with history and just as full of charm as it was the day they cut the ribbon nearly 85 years ago.

By Megan Champion Megan Champion resides in Jacksonville with her husband, son and small blue cat. You can reach her at championmegan@gmail.com APRIL 2011 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com 21

M Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach & Yulee BEECH STREET GRILL: 801 Beech St. 277-3662

Local Music Venues PACO’S: 333 1st St. N. 208-5097 THE BRASSERIE: 1312 Beach Blvd. 249-5800

BRIX TAPHOUSE: 300 N. 2nd St. GREEN TURTLE TAVERN: 14 S. 3rd 241-4668 St. 321-2324 CARIBBEE KEY: 100 N. 1st St. INDIGO ALLEY: 270-8940 316 Centre St. 261-7222 CASA MARINA HOTEL: 691 1st St. Dog Star Tavern: 10 N 2nd N. 270-0025 St. 277-8010 CRABCAKE FACTORY: 1396 MURRAY'S GRILLE: 463852 S. Beach Blvd. 249-4776 R. 200 261-2727 O’KANES IRISH PUB: 318 Centre St. 261-1000

CULHANE’S IRISH PUB: 697 Atlantic Blvd. 249-9595

PALACE SALOON: FIONN MACCOOL’S: 333 1st St. N. 242-9499 117 Centre St. 491- 3332 FLY’S TIE IRISH PUB: 177 E. Sailfish PLAE 80: Amelia Village Cir. Amelia Dr. 246-4293 Island Plantation FREEBIRD LIVE: 277-2132 200 N. 1st St. POMPEO’S PUB: 246-2473 302 Centre St. GINGER’S PLACE: 261-7490 304 S. 3rd St. SLIDERS SEASIDE 249-8711 GRILL: 1998 S. ISLAND GIRL: 108 Fletcher Ave. 1ST ST. 372-0943 277-6990 KARMA: 822 A1A THE SURF: 3199 N. Ste #105. S. Fletcher Ave. 834-3942 261-5711 LANDSHARK WICKED DAVEY'S CAFÉ: 1728 3rd St. SALOON: 232 N. N. 246-6024 2nd St 321-2222 LYNCH’S IRISH Arlington, PUB: 514 N. 1st St. Ft. Caroline 249-5181 & Regency MELLOW MUSHROOM: 1018 AJ’S BAR & N. 3rd St. Ste. 2 GRILL:10244 246-1500 Atlantic Blvd. 805-9060 MOJO KITCHEN: 1500 Beach Blvd. CLIFF’S ROCKIN’ 247-6636 BAR-N-GRILL: 3033 Monument MONKEY’S Rd. 645-5162 UNCLE: 1850 S. 3rd St. 246-1070 57 HEAVEN: 8136 Atlantic Blvd. NORTH BEACH 721-5757 BISTRO: 725 Atlantic Ste. 6. MVP’S: 12777 372-4105 Atlantic Blvd. Ste. 5 221-1090 OCEAN 60: 60 Ocean Blvd. PLUSH/RAIN/ 247-0060 LEOPARD LOUNGE: 845 PUSSER’S University Blvd. N. CARIBBEAN 745-1845 GRILL: 816 A1A N. Ste. 100 280-7766 THE SMOKIN’ BEAVER: 5863 RAGTIME Arlington Rd. TAVERN: 207 744-5132 Atlantic Blvd. 241-7877 Dick's Wings Lakewood: 1610 SUN DOG: 207 University Blvd. W. Atlantic Blvd. 448-1112 241-8221

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URBAN FLATS: 330 A1A N. 280-5515

BRICK Downtown RESTAURANT: 3585 St. Johns Ave. CAFÉ 331: 331 387-0606 W. Forsyth St. 354-1999 CASBAH CAFÉ: 3628 St. Johns Ave. CITY HALL PUB: 981-9966 234 Randolph Blvd. TOM & BETTY’S: 356-6750 4409 Roosevelt CLUB TSI: 333 E. Blvd. 387-3311 Bay St. 424-3531 LILLIAN'S DIVE BAR: 331 E. SPORTS BAR: Bay St. 359-9090 5393 Roosevelt Blvd. 388-4220 MARK’S DOWNTOWN: WEST INN 315 E. Bay St. CANTINA: 3644 355-5099 St. Johns Ave. 389-1131 THE PEARL: 1101 N. Main St. The Beaches 791-4499 THE ATLANTIC: THE SINCLAIR: 333 N. 1st St. 521 W. Forsyth St. 249-3338 358-0005 BILLY’S BOAT MAVERICK'S: HOUSE: 2321 Beach 2 Independent Dr. Blvd. 241-9771 356-1110 BO’S CORAL REEF: 201 5th Ave. N. 246-9874

Fleming Island

CREEKSIDE DINERY:160 Nix MERCURY MOON: Boatyard Rd. 2015 C.R. 220 829-6113 215-8999 DONOVAN’S MELLOW IRISH PUB: 7440 MUSHROOM: 1800 U.S. 1 N. Ste. 208, Town Center Blvd. 829-0000 541-1999 FLORIDA WHITEY’S FISH CRACKER CAFÉ: CAMP: 2032 C.R. 81 St. George St. 220 269-4198 829-0397 Intracoastal HURRICANE BREWSTERS PUB/ PATTY’S: 69 Lewis Blvd. 827-1822 THE PIT:14003 Beach Blvd. Ste 3 JACK’S BBQ: 691 223-9850 A1A Beach Blvd. JERRY’S SPORTS 460-8100 GRILLE: 13170 KING’S HEAD Atlantic Blvd. Ste.22 BRITISH PUB: 220-6766 6460 U.S. 1 N. 823-9787 YOUR PLACE BAR & GRILL: KOZMIC BLUZ 13245 Atlantic Blvd. PIZZA & ALE: 221-9994 48 Spanish St. 825-4805 Julington & N.W. St. Johns MARDI GRAS: 123 San Marco Ave. SHANNON’S 823-8806 IRISH PUB: 111 Bartram Oaks Walk MILL TOP TAVERN: 19 ½ 230-9670 St. George St. Mandarin 829-2329 CHEERS: 11475 O.C. WHITES: 118 San Jose Blvd. Avenida Menendez 262-4337 824-0808 MONKEY’S PANAMA UNCLE:10503 San HATTIE’S: 361 Jose Blvd. Ste.12 A1A Beach Blvd. 260-1349 471-2192 THE NEW SAN SEBASTIAN ORLEANS CAFÉ: WINERY: 157 12760 San Jose Kingstreet 826-1594 Blvd. 880-5155 SANGRIAS PIANO Orange Park BAR: 35 Hypolita St. 827-1947 THE ROADHOUSE: 231 Blanding Blvd. SCARLETT O’HARA’S: 264-0611 70 Hypolita St. FLEET RESERVE 824-6535 ASSOCIATES BRANCH 91: 5391 Collins Rd. 264-2833

Riverside, 5 Points & Westside BUFFALO’S CAFÉ: 6055 Youngerman Cir. 778-1101 THE DERBY HOUSE:1068 Park St. 356-0227 JACKSON'S GRILL: 1522 Kings St. 388-9551 KICKBACKS: 910 King St. 388-9551 METRO: 2929 Plum St. 388-8719 THE MURRAY HILL THEATRE: 932 Edgewood Ave. 388-7807 O’BROTHERS IRISH PUB: 1521 Margaret St. 854-7720 WALKERS WINE BAR: 2692 Post St. 894-7465

St. Augustine A1A ALE WORKS: 1 King St. 829-2977 ANN O’MALLEY’S: 23 Orange St. 825-4040 AMERICAN LEGION: 1 Anderson Cr 824-0680 CAFÉ ELEVEN: 501 A1A Beach Blvd. 460-9311 CLUB FUSION: 3009 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd. 829-8646 CONCH HOUSE LOUNGE: 57 Comares Ave. 829-8646

STOGIES: 36 Charlotte St. 826-4008 THE OASIS: 4000 A1A Ocean Trace Rd. 471-2451 THE REEF: 4100 Coastal Hgwy. 824-8008 TINI MARTINI BAR: 24 Avenida Menendez 829-0928 TRADEWINDS: 124 Charlotte St. 829-9336

Springfield & Northside SHARKY’S WINGS & GRILL: 12400 Yellow Bluff Rd. 714-0995

Southside & Baymeadows AROMA’S: 4372 Southside Blvd. Ste. 201 928-0515 BOMBA'S: 8560 Beach Blvd. 997-2291 COPELAND’S: 4310 Southside Blvd. 998-4414 EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ: 5500 Beach Blvd. 398-1717 THE GRAPE: 10281 Midtown Pkwy. 642-7111 ISLAND GIRL: 7860 Gate Pkwy. Ste. 115 854-6060

SNOOKERS: 33 Baisden Rd. 696-0714

MELLOW MUSHROOM: 9734 Deer Lake Ct. Ste 1 997-1955

THREE LAYERS COFFEEHOUSE: 1602 Walnut St. 355-9791

MY PLACE BAR & GRILL: 9550 Baymeadows Rd. 737-5299

San Marco, Southbank & St. Nicholas

SEVEN BRIDGES: 9735 Gate Pkwy. N. 997-1999

CUBA LIBRE @ HAVANA JAX: 2578 Atlantic Blvd. 399-0609 ENDO EXO: 1224 Kings Ave. 3967733 EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ: 1704 San Marco Blvd. 399-1740 JACK RABBITS: 1528 Hendricks Ave. 398-7496 SQUARE ONE: 1974 San Marco Blvd. 306-9004

SUITE: 4880 Big Island Dr. Ste. 1. 493-9305 URBAN FLATS: 9726 Touchton Rd 642-1488 WILD WING CAFÉ: 4555 Southside Blvd. 998-9464 WHISKY RIVER: 4850 Big Island Dr. 645-5571

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Personal Chef Robert Battisti Chef from Two Dudes

If you live anywhere remotely close to the beaches, you know that the freshest seafood comes from Mayport. But did you know you can get that fresh Mayport seafood along with homemade sides and sauces, fresh baked bread, and a plethora of beers on tap from Two Dudes in Atlantic Beach? Just to be clear, I’m not talking about two random dudes hangin’ out on the beach, but rather about Chef Robert Battisti and the newest, freshest seafood restaurant on Seminole Road. Chef Battisti’s culinary education can be attributed to his on-the-job training in the restaurant industry, as well as a dare he took at age 37. After being told he couldn’t do it, Chef Battisti ended up with his very first restaurant called Milano’s. Over the years he’s spent in restaurants, Chef Battisti has had many memorable kitchen experiences such as an oven blowing up and a 50-pound bag of flour exploding on him. Yet when asked to share a secret from behind the swinging doors of the kitchen, he says, “can’t tell, or it wouldn’t be a secret.”

makes sure he does right is fish tacos. To ensure the fish tacos stand out from any other fish taco, they bring it to the freshest level with fish that is bought daily and never frozen. Because of the fresh nature of Two Dudes seafood, not all items are available each day, so make sure you check the big chalkboard when you walk in to see your options. Also, don’t worry about the possibility of being disappointed; Chef Battisti will do anything to avoid an unhappy customer. If you’re still unsure, just take a peek at the other customers' faces and you’ll see how relieved they feel that somebody finally got seafood right.

Restaurant info Two Dudes 22 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach (904) 246-2000 www.twodudesatlanticbeach.com Restaurant Hours: Monday thru Sunday, 11am-9pm

Whether it be the seafood concoctions he creates for Two Dudes, or his favorite soup he makes at home (he’s always in the mood for soup!) Chef Battisti says his cooking style is all about simplicity – “Fresh and simple baby!,” as he likes to put it. A popular food trend that Chef Battisti

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ADVENTUR E S OF A SEROTONIN JUNKIE Adrenaline Junkie: A person seeking danger or adventure for the adrenaline surge that raises heart rate and breathing and triggers the ‘fight or flight’ response. Serotonin: A neurotransmitter involved in sleep, appetite, and memory that is crucial in maintaining a sense of well-being and security. Story by Eric Sarrett and Photos by Craig O'Neal

A Gi of One’s Own, Part II: A Serotonin Junkie Learns Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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I left off last month determined to resume Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lessons (BJJ) after injuring and possibly fracturing a rib. I’d love pick up with a Rocky moment where angels sing “Running hard now” as I morph into a lethal weapon in a three minute montage. In truth, the following months were more like pulling the cord on a sputtering old lawnmower. I had taken six BJJ lessons in August. Result: Injury. Upon returning in October I was practically starting over. Once again I wheezed through warmups and bumbled through techniques before rolling with smaller guys who wore me down and then wore me out. After a week and a half I left for a vacation in Cabo San Lucas where I looked in the mirror and mistakenly saw a 21-year-old whose liver had not yet served him divorce papers. Although I had fun, like Bob Dylan who “stayed in Mississippi a day too long,” I committed the same transgression in a slightly more exotic locale. It could have been my romp on a rented Wave Runner, my late night visits to Mexican taco stands, or merely one tequila shot too many that last disastrous evening, but I returned with my lower back and/or left kidney throbbing. I took another week off but rushed back before completely healed, afraid of falling behind again. That night as we practiced take-downs the pain became untenable. The next day I went to the doctor and disclosed the indulgence and water sports but timidly omitted attempting Jiu-Jitsu on a tender kidney. The doctor ruled out infection but a muscle spasm shouldn’t have lasted so long. He recommended further testing, but, having omitted my possible reaggravation, I decided to wait. The pain gradually resolved but instead of a week, my vacation cost me another month. I’d started in August but entered November with barely a month’s experience under my humble white belt. I was enjoying my training but had failed to embrace the holistic Gracie Barra vision. Fortunately my last night in Cabo had tempered my taste for booze, so I cut back drastically. I already tried to eat healthy, but became stricter, reducing portions and tailoring my meals to training. Without realizing it, I had taken the first steps from aloof writer to dedicated disciple. As my focus sharpened I became anxious over missing more than two consecutive days rather than over attending. True to the Professor’s warning, I was getting hooked. Then, just as I caught steam, he threw me a curve: “When are you going to start making this all count?” I shook my head in confusion. “You’ve been coming here for a while. When are you going to join and make these lessons count?” Attending classes on assignment had always put me in an awkward position. I needed to stay long enough to find a satisfying ending but didn’t want to overstay my welcome. Yet far from an ending, I was simply struggling for consistency. Now I had to decide whether to accept a six month commitment or pack up my story and leave. Commitment isn’t exactly my strong suit, so I politely solicited a few details and fled. I spent the following week contemplating pros and cons. I was enjoying the challenge and camaraderie but had struggled to stay healthy and, between my day job and writing, my life was full. Still, for the first time since a chronic ankle injury had forced me to quit running I was making progress with a fitness program. My weight was still at 260 but my build was solidifying and all facets of my fitness were improving. I left class most nights with a lift similar to a ‘runner’s high,’ and, after spending my days working in a female dominated healthcare setting, the opportunity to churn testosterone with the guys (and a few ladies) was a much appreciated counter-balance to days spent navigating a sea of estrogen. So with much trepidation, I accepted, not realizing how instantly my experience would change. Up until joining I had borrowed a stiff, ill-fitting Gi. On nights I couldn’t tie the pants tight enough or get the belt just right, everything else seemed to go wrong. In Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s One she uses a writer’s need for a physical space as a metaphor for the equal need of intellectual and spiritual ‘room.’ A Gi of my own provided this metaphorical ‘room’ for me. Not only was I set

physically at ease by a new Gi, but it ‘fit’ me emotionally and psychologically as well. Instantly I felt included and invested. Meanwhile I began to pick up techniques without my partners patiently reexplaining every step, learned to relax and fall, and improved the balance and flexibility needed to squat, step over an opponent’s torso, plant the other ankle against his ear, and fall backwards in an arm bar (at least in slow motion!). I also tried my first Cario Jiu-Jistsu circuit. Twice a week after training, students rotate without break through 12-20 (depending on attendance) one-minute stations of aggressive balance and strengthening activities, and then repeat the circuit twice more. During my first few attempts my body exploded with unimagined levels of strain and fatigue. Sweat literally poured to the mat from my reddened face, but although the soreness and fatigue lingered at first, improvement quickly followed. Then, after the last session before Thanksgiving, I was shocked to receive the first stripe on my belt. Though I beamed as the Professor praised my determination and progress, I wasn’t sure I had earned it. After the holiday I came back hungry to prove myself. During December I trained for nearly four uninterrupted weeks. One night I took a hard ankle to the face while rolling with an advanced student and literally saw stars like a cartoon cat. While it only left a small mark, I was quietly proud to have a visible battle scar. Such fierce struggles were taking their toll, though. By the end of a three hour seminar with a visiting black belt, my forearms ached mercilessly like the shin splints I battled while running. I sucked down Advil and sighed with relief when Christmas arrived. After spending the last class before the holiday competing in drills that pitted us against our own weight, I suddenly found the will to say no to that second plate of stuffing or slice of pie. For New Year’s I resolved to slim down to 240 pounds. Things finally began to click in January. I increased my training from three days a week to four, including two Cario Circuits. I began to calm down and think through situations. With a firm target in mind, my body fell in line and people began to comment on how quickly I was shrinking. I was suddenly able to rebound quickly from minor injuries as my chronically slow recovery rate improved. During one practice roll with the Professor, I ripped off my big toenail while trying to gain footing on the mat, but now merely wrapped it and returned the following night. A few nights later I was surprised to receive the second of four possible stripes on my white belt. Again I questioned if I had earned it but once more accepted the challenge. As I reflect on my journey to this point, I recall to the joy and freedom I felt as a child while wrestling and rough-housing. As adults, we lose this physicality and instead constantly swallow our frustration and aggression. BJJ has reconnected me with this positive, playful catharsis. The constant dynamic resistance to every muscle in every direction has gotten me into the best shape of my life and, as crazy as it sounds, I even enjoy the freedom of working barefoot on the mats where the muscles of the foot actually have to work. BJJ is also a humbling pursuit. There is always someone there to best you, but, to repeat the quote from Master Carlos Gracie, Jr.: “There is no losing in Jiu-Jitsu. You either win or you learn.” And with each lesson comes confidence and control. I never dreamed I’d take up a marital art in my thirties, but it is often said that everyone’s path in Jui-Jitsu is different. Six months earlier I came looking for a story with a clean ending, but instead discovered new and winding path to health and wellness. By mid-February I had surpassed my weight goal and, through my constant proselytizing, had convinced a few curious friends to join me for a lesson. My story certainly doesn’t end here, but my hope is that their journey, or perhaps yours, may begin. The men and women I train with range into their fifties, with as many of us over thirty as under. If this clumsy, injuryprone chill seeker can do it, anyone can. And rest assured, although BJJ has given me the confidence to know where to begin should trouble ever arise, it has not compromised my status as a Serotonin Junkie. Instead, I literally roll my troubles away so that afterwards I can kick back, spin some Buffett, and drift off to Margaritaville. Only these days I limit the return trips! Gracie Barra South Jax: 8570 Philips Hwy #313 • (904) 716-8600

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Secret Garden Cafe By Monica Stouder

How Good Food Should Taste

Moon River Pizza By Megan Champion Buzz Worthy: It can be difficult to find a restaurant that is both kid friendly and has food the adults can truly savor. Moon River accomplishes both with a laid back atmosphere and options that make this a great spot for your next evening out.

Our family frequently visits the Moon River Pizza in Murray Hill which is a perfect solution for the Friday night, “we are too tired to make dinner” excuse. However, during our recent trip to Fernandina, we stopped into the original location where I was pleased to find the same eclectic atmosphere and hip staff twirling pizza dough behind the counter. Local art adorns the walls overlooking plenty of booths and tables where I noticed several people having a $2 tallboy while they waited on their to-go order.

As I sit and reflect on my experience at the Secret Garden Café, it is my wish that with the assistance of my amped up Mac and kick ass editor, that the following virtual-visualization-to-printed-press does this awesome eatery complete, and utter justice. It is all very simple – I love Secret Garden Café. I love the simple, yet modern décor. I love the smiling serving staff. I even love the ample parking at this cozy cafe. But most of all, it is the uber-fresh fare from co-owner and chef, Michael Williams that makes my palate passionate. As a frequent foodie of Jacksonville’s finest flavories, I feel fairly connected (to my ever widening waistline) and more importantly, what tantalizes my own taste buds. So when I can find a spot with fresh, housemade eats, it’s a definite treat – especially when it is just as healthy on my wallet. And it is even more delightful to note that it seems to be all about the details at SGC. Fresh flowers dotting each table, the warm greetings from coowner and Front of the House man, Zak Nettles, the standard sipping staple of the Southerner -unsweetened tea -- doesn’t require packets of sugar as it already tastes of tropical fruit tones. Then there is the undeniable effort of artistically designing each super-star dish so that it is not only a palate-pleaser, but Paparazzi perfect as well. And these are only a few incredible elements to this detail-oriented restaurant rich in homemade flavor. Coming off of a new menu and atmospheric makeover from the Brit with the bulging biceps, Chef Robert Irvine, and starring role in the Food Networks own reality show Restaurant Impossible, the SGC’s enthusiastic owners and staff served up one garden fresh lunchable bounty on my initial visit. (Yes, I said initial visit, as I enjoyed the food so much I went to sample breakfast the next day). I started with the Fried Green Tomato appetizer. Lightly fried with a crisp, panko coat, these tangy tomatoes were stacked high and individually mortared with just the right amount of creamy goat cheese. This perfectly architectured dish was drizzled with a deliciously-dark balsamic reduction and accompanied with some Red Pepper mayo and Red Onion Marmalade. This artful starter was not only beautiful, but my newest top pick for Jacksonville’s best perfectly prepared fried green tomatoes. I then dove delightfully into the mountain of my Open Faced Monte Cristo which

was a delicately deep-fried Italian bread topped with Black Forest ham, thinly sliced slabs of turkey, melted provolone with a sweet and sumptuous strawberry preserve slathering. Plated with a gorgeous bed of greens and grape tomatoes this dish was a hearty helping for lunch. I made a mental note to hit up the homemade coconut cake on the next visit. Lunch-loiterers visiting SGC can enjoy other downhome, café concoctions like Alabama Meatloaf, Fried Bologna sandwiches, Grilled Smoked Sausage with coleslaw on a Ciabatta, Shrimp Grits, huge heart-healthy salads, homemade soups and chefprepared desserts. But it is important to note that not only is the lunch menu supremely stellar, but SGC’s breakfast is also egg-ceptional! There are some Southern twists to traditional breakfast dishes such as the Eggs Bene made with smoked bacon and fried green tomatoes! Dinner is done on Saturdays from 5:00pm to 8:00pm only and the menu also seems to exemplify the phenomenal flair of SGC’s other comfort food creations. From Chef Michael’s Southern Crab Cake specialty starter to entrée’s of stuffed flounder with white bean succotash, I can definitely declare that dinnertime will most certainly be this foodies next venture to the Secret Garden.

The Facts

WHAT: Secret Garden Cafe When: Tues. – Fri. 8am – 2:30pm, Sat: 8am –

2:30pm Breakfast and Lunch Service 5pm – 8pm Dinner Service, Sun: 8am – 1:30pm

Where: 10095 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, Price: Lunch & Dinner entrée range $7.50 to $14.95 Contact: 904-645-0859 www.secretgardencafe.net

Menu Sampler

It is basically the same system at both locations. When you walk in there is a large chalk board menu beckoning with all the pizzas, salads, calzones and toppings sketched out in neon chalk. You spend more time than you want to admit trying to decide what you want, because when it comes to carbs and cheese, how can a person go wrong? As always, we got some of their ‘complimentary pizza dough’ for my son to play with. Usually we have to get a little more since he doesn’t like to share with his mom. There are no servers per se, instead they give you a number to set on the table and a friendly youngster brings your food out when it’s ready and will come as often as you like to refill your drinks. We always want something different when we get pizza, so instead of ordering by the slice we got a medium pie. A half ‘White’ and half ‘The Special’ was exactly what we wanted along with a Greek Salad on the side (they do not up-charge to do half and half). Our food came out in about 15 minutes, fresh from the oven. While the dough is great for making oozy dough men out of, it’s even better for eating. It has an ever so slight sweetness to it and is crispy on the outside with an al dente center. They make it fresh in a huge mixing bowl behind the counter and hand toss it until it is ready for toppings. I love good pizza crust and this stuff takes the cake (ask for extra marinara for dipping). The "White" pizza is a twist off an old favorite; instead of ricotta they add feta to the top along with the traditional mozzarella and parmesan, delicious! “The Special” is a super flavorful combination of mushrooms, spinach, white cheddar and fresh garlic. It’s fantastic with wine and the little one thought his SOBE complimented it pretty well too. The Greek Salad was in line with everything else, large enough to split and loaded with fresh veggies. I couldn’t have made a better one myself at home. Their creamy Caesar dressing is indulgent and

they offer anchovies or Greek pepperoncinis for a little extra flavor if you ask. This is one of those locations you may easily pass by if you are not looking for it, which explains why it’s so full of locals. Look for the blue awning, located in a strip mall heading toward historic downtown Fernandina. I promise you, you don’t want to miss Moon River Pizza at either of their great locations.

The Facts

What: Moon River Pizza When: Mon 4pm – Cl, Tues – Sun 11am – Cl Where: 925 S. 14th Street – Fernandina, FL Price: $10 Contact: 904.321.3400 , www.moonriverpizza.net

Menu Sampler

Appitezier: Pesto Stix - Our pesto stix are made fresh with our homemade pesto and then smothered in white cheddar cheese, parmesan & oregano and comes with a side of marinara. $4.75 Drinks: Beer - $2.50, Wine - $4, SOBE - $1.50 Salad: Gorgonzola Salad- Lovers of cheese

rejoice! Finally a salad devoted to the king of cheese! A savory union of romaine lettuce, mushrooms, onions, roma tomatoes, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese with a vinaigrette dressing.

Pizza: Half and Half Medium Pie - $14.50

Appetizer: Fried Green Tomatoes –

Panko covered, and stacked with Goat Cheese, served with roasted red pepper mayo and red onion marmalade with Balsamic reduction only $7.50

Soup: Daily house-made delights such as a bowl of Signature Vegetable Beef only $4.75 Salad: Chipotle Chicken Caesar – Mixed lettuce and red pepper strips tossed with a Chipotle Caesar dressing and topped with a Cajun spiced chicken breast with parmesan only $8.50 Lunch Entrée:

Grilled Smoked Sausage – Large link of smoky sausage capped with sautéed onions and green peppers, diced tomato, coleslaw, provolone cheese, sweet mustard on a grilled Ciabatta roll only $8.95.

Dinner Entrée: Stuffed Portabella Cap – Prepared with Chorizo, roasted red peppers, fresh basil and smoked mozzarella, finished with a tarragon cream sauce for only $10.95 Dessert:

Homemade Maple Walnut Cake wedge

for $4.95.

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c Pop the Cork

By John Bryan

Guest Writer: Nathan Asaro, Manager, The Grotto Wine Bar and Shoppe

Second Labels Values by Design

varietals are produced as well including Lemberger and Aligote.

Someone once said to me “When times are good, people drink; when times are bad, people drink.” Never have truer words been spoken. Taking this knowledge to heart started me on the search for the excellent values associated with drinking “Second Label” wines. The term “Second Label” is actually a French term (derived from “Second Vin”). The term is linked to France’s Bordeaux region where it was first used to refer to a secondary wine produced by a Chateau. In simple terms, it is the wine that’s considered second best to the wines that are good enough to make it into Bordeaux’s “Grand Vin” classification. Many California winemakers have taken this theory to heart. While they have made their names in the wine world producing their “f lagship” wines, having a second label allows them to still make use of most of their fruit, or in many cases, experiment with some grape varietals that may not be as widely known. A perfect example of this is Jed Steele’s second label, Shooting Star. Under this label, Jed produces many well-known varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. But some lesser-known

The best thing about second label wines is the value associated with them. They are among the best value out there for the frugal wine drinker that wants to drink great wine without a huge financial commitment. Are the second label wines as good as their first label brethren? Probably not. Many times the first label wines are twice as expensive, but are they twice as good? Once again, probably not. Still want to have one of your favorite wines on that special occasion, have at it! Want to find some everyday drinking wines that drink above their price point, search out the second labels. In many cases, the bottle does not give any indication about being associated with a better known bottling. Stop by one of your local wine shops and ask for a little guidance. Here are a few examples to be on the lookout for. Caravan by Darioush Faust by Quintessa Cypress by J. Lohr Kali Hart by Talbot Hawk Crest by Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Jayson by Pahlmeyer And perhaps the most extreme example, The Maiden by Harlan Estate.

Good Body, Good Legs Oh My! MONDAYS

Guide to Local Wine Tastings

The Grape

5-7 p.m. • Cost: $14 10281 Midtown Pkwy # 119 (904) 642-7111 www.yourgrape.com

The Gifted Cork

11-5:30pm • Cost: $5 (Daily tastings check for times) 64-A Hypolita St. • (904) 810-1083 www.thegiftedcork.com

TUESDAYS North Beach Bistro Tasting 7-8 p.m. • Select bottles 1/2 off Live entertainment 725-6 Atlantic Blvd. • (904) 372-4102 www.nb-bistro.com

The Brasserie 6-8 p.m. • $12 1312 Beach Blvd. • (904) 249-5800 www.brasserierestaurant.net

Tento Churrascaria 6-8p.m. • 1/2 price glasses & bottles 528 N. 1st St. • (904) 246-1580 www.tentochurrascaria.com

Brass Monkey Tapas Bar

Monkey’s Uncle Liquors

Wine Down Wednesdays • Cost: $10 or $19 with mini-tapas dish 9734 Deerlake Ct. • (904) 996-8277

5-8 p.m. • 1850 Third St. S. (904) 241-4178 www.monkeysuncletavern.com

Zaitoon Mediterranean Grill

Riverside Liquors & Village Wine Shop

6-8 p.m. Cost: $15 • 13475 Atlantic Blvd (904) 221-7066 • www.zaitoongrill.com

Matthew’s Restaurant

5-8 p.m. • Cost: Free

1035 Park St. (904) 398-0726 www.riversideliquors.biz

5:30-7 p.m. Cost: $12 call for info 2107 Hendricks Ave. (904) 396.9922 www.matthewsrestaurant.com

Total Wine & More

Speckled Hen Tavern & Grille

SATURDAYS

6-9 p.m. • Cost $10 • lite appetizers 9475-16 Phillips Hwy • (904) 538-0811 www.speckledhentavern.com

THURSDAYS Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant 6-8p.m • 1st & 3rd Thurs.

691 N. 1st St. • (904) 270-0025 www.casamarinahotel.com

Buzzy’s Cafe

6:30-8p.m. • Cost: $5 • 2574 County Rd

4-7 p.m. • 4413 Town Center Pkwy #300 (904) 998-1740 • www.totalwine.com

Jj's Liberty Bistro Tasting noon-3 pm • 330 A1A N., Suite 209 • PV Beach • (904) 273-7980 www.jjbistro.com

World Market Tasting 1-4pm (all stores in jax) 651-300 Commerce Center Dr (904) 723-3592

SUNDAYS Roy’s Restaurant

6-8 p.m • 1st Tues. of the month 25 Cuna St. • (904) 810 2400 www.thetastingroomfl.com

The Grotto 6-8 p.m. • Cost $5• 2012 San Marco Blvd (904) 398-0726 • www.grottowine.com

5:30-6:30 p.m. • Members save 10% Waina Hui (wine club) • 3rd Sun. of Month • 400-101 S. 3rd St. (904) 241-7697 www.roysrestaurants.com

WEDNESDAYS

FRIDAYS

The Grotto

Urban Flats

Claude's Chocolate

The Tasting Room

4-7 p.m. • 330 A1A S. (904) 372-0211 www.urbanflats.net

220. • (904) 298-1870

5-8 pm • 15 Hypolita St. St. Augustine • (904) 808-8395

4-10 p.m. • Cost $10 • 6 wines 2012 San Marco Blvd. (904) 398-0726 www.grottowine.com

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GRAB a BITE

The BEACHES

CASA MARINA Join

us for casual dining under the stars. Casa Marina serves dinner and lunch in our beautiful open air courtyard, Tues.- Fri. Our delicious “New Beach Cuisine” menu features weekly specials. Don’t forget our award winning Sunday Brunch at 10:30 a.m. 691 N. 1st St. 904-270-0025. $$-$$$

Joseph’s Pizza

Authentic Italian cuisine, Joseph’s Pizza continues the legacy that Joseph passed down. Only fresh, all natural ingredients go into these recipes every day. 30 Ocean Blvd. (across from One Ocean Hotel) 904-270-1122. $$

NORTH BEACH BISTRO

“Best Kept Secret at the Beach.” Enjoy fabulous dining with exceptional food in a casual environment. Featuring 2-4-1 Happy Hour and Tapas menu. 725-6 Atlantic Blvd. Ste 6. 904-372-4105. $$

WIPEOUTS GRILL

Voted best wings at the beach! Eat, drink, and relax at this casual beach themed restaurant specializing in wings, ribs, fish tacos, and burgers. Wipeouts Grill is the perfect destination for both lunch and dinner. Located across from Pier One Imports in Neptune Beach! 1585 Atlantic Blvd. 904-247-4508. $

SUNDOG DINER

Relaxed beach environment offering steaks, burgers, seafood and salads. 207 Atlantic Blvd. 904-241-8221. $

DICKS WINGS

With more than 365 flavors of wings, Dick’s has something to please everyone, from mild-mannered wings and burgers for the kids to Cajun Ranch Hot Wings for Dad and cold, Fresh Salads for Mom! Come catch your favorite sporting event on one of our wide-screen TV’s. Full liquor bar and live music. 3rd St. & 3rd Ave. N. 904-853-5004. $ KARMA specializes in Global Eats & Cool Vibes. We serve dinner seven days a week and lunch on the weekends. Live music Wed - Sat. 822 A1A N. Suite 105. 904-834-3942. $$

CABOS ISLAND PIZZA Come in

and relax in the coolest and most casual atmosphere at the beach while you enjoy a fresh homemade slice of pizza after a day at the beach. Full bar with daily drink specials. 798 3rd St. S., 904-246-0660. $

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The BUZZ Guide to Local Restaurants

THE BRASSERIE

The Brasserie of Jacksonville Beach is a true mix of flavors, recipes, ideas, styles, and people. The Brasserie has private function spaces that is perfect for any business meeting, wedding or special occasion. Enjoy our happy hours at the patio with live music. 1312 Beach Blvd 904-249-5800. $$-$$$

PACO’S MEXICAN GRILL: Baja Style

Mexican food prepared fresh every day, from our selection of fish tacos to our tasty Fajitas, from our rolled Taquitos to our Grande Burritos you will not leave hungry just wanting more. 333 1st St. N. (904) 208-5097 $

INTRACOASTAL ASIAN KITCHEN AND BAKERY Take your

taste buds on a journey to the Far East! Serving Authentic Indonesian and Filipino Cuisine made from scratch. 14185 Beach Blvd Ste 3, 904-683-9109 $-$$

Sahara Cafe'

Offering Mediterranean food such as hummus, baba ghanouj, tabbouleh, kabobs, gyros, seafood, chicken, vegetarian specialties, dessert items, baklava and more. 10771 Beach Blvd. 904-338-9049. $-$$

Gumbo Ya Ya’s

Gumbo Ya Ya’s will give you a real New Orleans experience. Whether you dine in or carry out this restaurant will keep you coming back for more. Come try the delicious Jambalaya today! Also is full service catering. 14333 Beach Blvd. Suite 101, 904-223-0202, $$

KARAM’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL Come

enjoy the flavors of the East. Karam’s is a family owned restaurant that has a variety of delicious Mediterranean Cuisine that is sure to please the palate. 13500-43 Beach Blvd. 904-992-9575 $-$$

RIVERSIDE & ORTEGA MOON RIVER PIZZA

A funky, artistic, local pizza joint. Serves a large variety of northern style pizzas. Affordable dining with wine and beer. 1176 Edgewood Ave. 904-389-4442. $ BISCOTTI’S A great place for appetizers or coffee. Offering casual comfort and innovative cuisine with a personality of its own. 3556 St. John’s Ave. 904-387-2060. $$$

BAKERY MODERNE

Riverside's neighborhood bakery serves gourmet sandwiches, homemade soup, salads and quiche lunches. Croissants and pastries are available all day. Everything is made from scratch on the premises. Open Tues-Sat 7:30am-5:30pm. 869 Stockton St, 904-389-7117. $-$$

O’BROTHER’S IRISH PUB This

community pub has a diverse menu that will satisfy your hunger 365 days a year. From traditional Irish fare to Tapa style entrees to the best burgers in town, we are more than comfort food. Come grab a bite & cold draft at the coolest hangout in Riverside. 1521 Margaret St. 904-854-9300. $$

GREEN MAN GOURMET While

not a restaurant per se, Green Man Gourmet in the heart of Avondale has spices from around the World, for the Gourmet in you. Choose from Delectable Seasonings that enhance any food as well as Salts, Teas, Organic Beers and Wines, Honey, Cheese, Dairy and Organic Fruits and Vegetables. 3543 Saint Johns Ave. (904) 384-0002. $$

LILLIAN’S SPORTS GRILL A casual,

family-friendly restaurant featuring a full lunch and dinner menu with signature dishes and homemade sauces. Two full bars provide over 18 domestic and imported drafts with daily happy hour specials. 25 flat screens TVs. 5393 Roosevelt Blvd. 904-388-4220. $-$$ Casbah Café This restaurant, bar, and hookah lounge is a great night out. Enjoy sitting on the patio smoking your favorite flavor hookah. 3628 St. John’s Ave, 904-981-9966, $$$

JACKSONS GRILL This new

neighborhood grill will please all appetites! The menu includes 1/2 pound custom burgers, fresh-sliced deli meat sandwiches, homemade soups, awesome wings and appetizers. Some local favorites include the outstanding French Dip, the delicious Bleu Cheese burger, the infamous Impossible Salad, and the fried pickles appetizer. Mon-Sat 11am-9pm. HH from 4-7pm. Beer & Wine. 1522 King St. 904-384-8984. $-$$

SAN MARCO & ST. NICHOLAS PLAYERS GRILLE A

family-friendly sports bar and grill will keep the sports guru happy with over 50 TV’s and a huge game room. 4456 Hendricks Ave. 904-448-6670. $$

B.B.’S Upscale

bistro that serves an American, continental cuisine with international influences. The Groovy Place to “b”. 1019 Hendricks Ave. 904-306-0100. $$$ Taverna This hot spot features rustic Italian and Spanish cuisine. Let Taverna’s casual sophistication help you relax after a long work day or celebrate a night on the town! 1986 San Marco Blvd. 904-398-3005. $$$

MUDVILLE GRILLE A Real

Grille in a Real Neighborhood! There is something here for everyone. 3105 Beach Blvd. 904-398-4326. $$ Bistro AIX A high-energy bistro offering a menu full of soulstirring, rustic flavors in a stylish, bigcity setting. Come in and experience their modern vision of classic French and Mediterranean dishes. 1440 San Marco Blvd. 904-398-1949. $$$-$$$$

SOUTHSIDE & BAYMEADOWS BLACKFINN BlackFinn American Grille offers four distinct experiences together under one roof and was born of the desire to create a classic, enduring place where the community gathers to enjoy quality food and celebrate camaraderie. 4840 Big Island Dr., Suite 5. 904-345-3466. $$-$$$ LIBRETTO’S

Libretto’s proudly serves true, authentic New York City pizza, third generation familystyle Italian classics, fresh from the oven calzones and tempting desserts in a casual, comfortable setting. 4880 Big Island Dr., Suite 1. 904-402-8888. $-$$ SUITE Step out of the ordinary and into sophistication at SUITE, a premium lounge and nightclub that stimulates the senses. SUITE serves an extensive list of unique cocktails, spirits and select wines that compliment chefdriven small plates. 4880 Big Island Dr., Suite 1. 904-493-9305. $$-$$$

WHISKY RIVER

Owned by NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Whisky River is one of Jacksonville’s most popular entertainment venues offering unpretentious charm, delicious food and an electrifying blend of dynamic DJs and live music performances. 4850 Big Island Dr., Suite 3. 904-645-5571. $-$$

a sweet to eat

If your looking for the tastiest SCRATCH made cookies, pies, tarts, specialty cakes and chocolates, you found them! 7860 Gate Pkwy. 904-996-7988. $

APPLEBEE’S Town Center The

perfect place for lunch, dinner or late night. Offering 2 for 1 Happy Hour All Day Every Day. Easy access from 9A on Town Center Pkwy, in front of Total Wine. 4507 Town Center Pkwy 904-645-3590

Farah's Pita Stop Cafe Farah's

offers the city's best falafel, kibbie, grape leaves, soups, salads and much more. So come in for lunch or dinner and enjoy a nice glass of wine or beer with their famous pitas or gyros. 3980 Southside Blvd. #201, 904-928-4322. $ MOCHI Premium Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt! So many flavors and toppings to choose from!! New location on the corner of Beach and Hodges opening in mid-March. facebook.com/mochijacksonville. Town Center: Open 11:30AM-11:30PM everyday!! (904) 807-9292. $

URBAN FLATS (TINSELTOWN)

Urban Flats Tinseltown has quickly made a move to one of the top choices for fine dining on the Southside. You can cook filet and shrimp table side on your own hibachi style hot stone or savor one of their signature flatbreads. They have 21 menu items priced $9 and below which makes it an affordable dining experience. 9726 Touchton Rd. 904-642-1488. $-$$ BENTO Serving Sushi and PanAsian cuisine. Casual dining at a quick pace. In Town Center, next to Best Buy. bentocafesushi.com. facebook.com/ bentocafesushi. Open Sunday-Thursday 11AM-10PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM10:30PM. (904) 564-9494. $$

SECRET GARDEN CAFÉ Southern

comfort food with a flare in a trendy and fun environment recently renovated by the Food Network. Breakfast and lunch Tues - Sat, Sunday Brunch, and dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. Serving Jacksonville since 1995. 10095 Beach Blvd. 904-6450859 $-$$

DOWNTOWN, SPRINGFIELD & Northside Joseph’s Pizza

Authentic Italian cuisine, Joseph’s Pizza continues the legacy that Joseph passed down. This includes using only fresh, all natural ingredients that go into these recipes that are made from scratch every day. 7316 N. Main St. 904-765-0335. $$

AKEL’S DELICATESSEN

We put a fresh, quality twist on old fashioned New York subs by adding crisp healthy vegetables and other nutritious ingredients. 315 W. Forsyth 904-309-8889. $-$$

Burrito Gallery

Built on the belief that dining should be an experience with great food at the center. Serving burritos, tacos, salads and nachos in a comfortable atmosphere, it is the perfect place to go for lunch and dinner alike. 21 E. Adams St. 904-598-2922. $

CHICAGO PIZZA

Owned and operated by a Chicago family with over 25 years of experience cooking the World’s Best Pizza and authentic Windy City favorites! Chicago Pizza imports all ingredients straight from Chi-Town itself! 2 East Independent Dr. 904-354-7747. $-$$

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Visit

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Jacksonville today. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs. Enjoy the wonderful view of downtown Jacksonville. 1201 Riverplace Blvd. 904-396-6200, $$$$ DICKS WINGS Get your sports bar and grill favorites including over 365 varieties of delicious wings. Enjoy daily and nightly specials along with live entertainment on Friday and Saturdays. 731 Duval Station Rd #117. (904) 619-2569. $

ORANGE PARK & FLEMING ISLAND Chameleon Club Café Chameleon

Club Cafe is a premier, high energy restaurant and bar with a late night atmosphere. Come see live bands on Friday nights or grab a deal with $.50 beers on Tuesday nights! 1650 Wells Rd. 904-269-5556, $$

ROCKIN’ RODZ

Gourmet Burgers & Steaks, Fresh Fish & Seafood, Soups & Salsas, Chops & Gumbo… Our Menu’s got the goods to feed the hungriest appetites. Daily Happy Hour and Specials! 2574 CR 220 Unit 4-7. (904) 276-2000. $-$$

Moe’s Southwest Grill Welcome

to Moe’s! Offering quality Southwest cuisine for a price that won’t break the bank. Come in and try the new Phil E. Burrito or any of your favorite menu items. 1544 County Rd. 220. 904-637-0080. $

RENNA’S PIZZA

Noted as Jacksonville’s first to serve New York style pizza. The New York Style Taste in Every Slice. They also deliver! Located at 6001 Argyle Forest Blvd in Orange Park. 904-771-7677. $

KAN-KI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR

Delicious food straight from the hibachi table. Yummy sushi and cocktail bars to satisfy any palate. 2009 East-West Pkwy. 904-269-3003. $$$

The Roadhouse

Family owned and operated since 1976, Roadhouse has a full bar, six pool tables, five dart boards, foosball, thirteen tv’s and two big screens. 231 Blanding Blvd. 904-264-0611, $$

CRYSTAL RIVER SEAFOOD They’ll

give you a seafaring experience that will shiver your timbers and leave your buried treasure. Where their motto is “Service Is The Heart of Our Business” 4453 Blanding Blvd. 904 771-8922. $$-$$$

WOODY’S Southern BBQ served in a variety of combinations. Try their delicious banana pudding for desserts. 9 locations in Jacksonville! 9825 San Jose Blvd. 262-3955. $$ HAPPY OURS SPORTS GRILLE A

family friendly sports bar & grill, complete with video games for kids, pools tables and darts for the adults and a full American fare menu. 116 Bartram Oaks Walk, Suite 101. 904-683-1964. $

The Tree Steak House A

Jacksonville tradition for 40 years. Our steaks are cut table side then cooked to perfection. Join us for live entertainment Wed., Thurs., and Fri. evenings. 11362 San Jose Blvd. 904-262-0006. $$$

MANDARIN ALE HOUSE The Ale

House offers great food and outstanding drink specials 7 days a week all day long! 11112-19 San Jose Blvd. 904-292-0003. $$

ARLINGTON & REGENCY GENE’S SEAFOOD

Home of Jacksonville’s best seafood. Serves shrimp, gator tail, oysters, scallops, lobster, and crab. 6132 Merrill Rd. 904744-2333. $$

GRINDER’S CAFÉ

Whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner, this diner does it all. Enjoy the homeaway-from-home feel to this local diner that serves all of the classic American favorites that make their patrons feel like part of the family. 10230 Atlantic Blvd. 904-725-2712. $-$$

THE SMOKIN’ BEAVER Recipient

MANDARIN Tony’s New York Style Pizza

Serving North Florida for over 20 years, Tony’s New York Style Pizza guarantees the Best Pizza in Jacksonville and the best quality in Florida. 10500 Old St. Augustine Rd. 904-288-0555 $$

THE NEW ORLEANS CAFÉ Family

Friendly dining located at the northwest corner of the Julington Creek Bridge. Offering Creole-style cooking for lunch and dinner and a full bar. 12760 San Jose Blvd. 904-880-5155. $

of the “Clean Plate” award May 2010, keeping it simple with the BEST of the basics. Pulled pork, home-made sauces, Philly’s, burgers, dogs & the best Cajun Ranch wings anywhere! 5863 Arlington Rd. (904) 744-5132. $ MARTI’S CAFÉ Grab a fresh, homecooked meal at this affordable & charming little restaurant. From salads to burgers to breakfast, Marti’s has something for everyone! 3031-1 Monument Rd. 904-379-8363 $-$$ To have your business listed please contact us at mrobertson@cfmedia.net

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K Kids Corner What’s Happening at MOSH By Kristi Taylor

Summer Guide to Fun & Education! The official countdown to summer has begun! While kids are ticking off the days until summer break, parents are taxed with finding a way to occupy their children during those long summer days.

Learn about oceanic animals, LEGO Robots (4-6) – Use sand-loving specimens, and computers and special Lego more! robot kits to build working robots that can accomplish Magic Science (K-3) – Help us simple tasks. explore the make-believe world of mythology, fairytales and Week 7: July 25-29 fantastical places and people. Reptile Roundup (Pre-K) – Get Rockets and Roller Coasters (4-6) up close and personal with the – Experiment with homemade resident reptiles of the Florida rockets and create your own Naturalist’s Center. miniature roller coaster, and Wonders of the World (K-3) – then test your creation with Travel far and wide across marbles. distant and exotic lands to learn about the Wonders of Week 3: June 27-July 1 the World. Hooray for USA (Pre-K) – Happy Birthday, America! Learn about Video Gamers Club (4-6) – Is your our country’s historical places, child obsessed with video games? people and artifacts. Use a basic computer program to learn what it takes to create a Ticket to Space (K-6) – Learn video game. about space stations, planets, solar systems, NASA, telescopes, the Week 8: August 1-5 Milky Way, stars, super novas & I Can Be a Scientist (Pre-K) – more. Campers will learn about different scientists and the Week 4: July 5-8 different branches of science. Icky Sticky Science (Pre-K - 6) – This camp’s mission is to gross your Super Hero Science (K-6) – Children child out! We will be making will get to make super hero costumes, goos, goops, gaks, putty, foam & create super hero biographies, and more! come up with super hero missions.

The Museum of Science & History has the answer for you – educators have been hard at work planning a captivating series of programs for MOSH Summer Adventure Camps! MOSH offers camps for Pre-K children through sixth graders and customizes the programs to each group’s specific learning level. And, to cater to the needs of the youngest campers, MOSH offers a half-day or full-day Week 5: July 11-15 Pre-K Camp. Animals of the World (Pre-K) – Campers will explore science, Campers will travel the Earth as history and astronomy as they they learn about animals from conduct experiments, journey different continents. to the edge of the universe Happenin’ Habitats (K-3) – With in the new Bryan-Gooding help from the Florida Naturalist’s Planetarium and explore museum Center, we will have close exhibits, including the summer encounters with some of our exhibit, Savage Ancient Seas. native species. Register for MOSH Summer Adventure Camps online at Motion Picture Madness (4-6) – www.themosh.org. Is your child the next Steven Spielberg? Learn how to make a storyboard, write scripts, Week 1: June 13-17 scout locations, film and edit. Dinos (Pre-K) - Everything your Week 6: July 18-22 child ever wanted to know about dinosaurs will be covered in this Big World, Big Sky (Pre-K) – Blast week-long dino-mite camp! off into space to learn all about the moon, stars and planets. Savage Ancient Seas (K-6) We’ll even celebrate Moon Day Travel back in time as you on July 20! explore the world of ancient aquatic reptiles! Dr. MOSH (K-3) – Learn about the systems in our human Week 2: June 20-24 body and some of the medical Seashore Science (Pre-K) – Seashells, advancements of the day. sand, and sharks’ teeth...oh my!

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Week 9: August 8-12 High Five for Senses (Pre-K) – Sight, Sound, touch, taste, and scent... Learn about all five senses as we conduct different experiments to test each one! Invention Convention (K-6) – Campers will learn about famous inventors of our past and make up their own inventions, science experiments and artistic creations.

Week 10: August 15-19 Dinos II (Pre-K) – This camp is a repeat of the first week of Dinos camp, for those who missed it the first time around, or maybe those that just can’t get enough! Snap, Crackle, & Pop (K-6) – Calling all chemists! Grab your flasks and break out your beakers and come experiment with some common household chemicals to create surprising reactions!

When a friend of mine asked me if I could watch her daughter, Lauren, I jumped at the chance. This well behaved young lady is super fun to have around. Normally I would have had a play date and just called it a day. Howe ver, with my oldest son in school and my youngest an infant, we two girls had the day to ourselves so to speak. As a mother of two boys, I just wasn’t sure what to do with her. How was I going to entertain a girl? Ideas went around and around in my head, things that would be fun for us to do together. But with most of the ideas I had, I almost felt guilty following through with them because I knew my kid would have loved it too. I also didn’t want to send this sweet little love home smelling like fish from the catch and release pond near our house or covered in dirt from our backyard. Nope, this had to be strictly a “no boys allowed” type of day. I also, selfishly, wanted to take advantage of this opportunity for myself as well. I hardly ever get a chance to dress up and be “girlie”. So Lauren and I put on our Sunday best and a little make-up (a rarity if you know me well) and went out to afternoon tea at Elizabeth’s Tea Room in Neptune Beach off Atlantic Blvd. From the moment we walked in, I knew this was going to be a fun time! I also soon discovered that my son would have loved it as well. I didn’t feel guilty though because who could have known how swell this place was going to be? When we e n t e r e d E l i z a b e t h ’s , we saw that this luncheon spot was set up perfectly with cloth napkins and white and pink tablecloths. Flowers, doilies, and antique looking dresses finish out the décor. Think English style tea room with a slight flair for grandma-like design. There was a small gift shop in the front with little porcelain tea sets, sweet smelling soaps, cookie cutters, jams, and (of course) tea accessories. We perused the knick knacks as we waited to be seated. After we were fairly quickly greeted, we were led to our table that was situated in the back beside an awesome treasure trove of toys! This play area came equipped with a closet full of princess dressup clothes, baby dolls, pretend food, and of course tea sets. It would serve as a perfect distraction for children so that parents could enjoy themselves and take their time sipping their tea and munching on sandwiches or desserts. It was a great surprise! My “borrowed daughter” had a blast trying on two frilly dresses and exploring the toys while I sat down to confirm our tea reservation and choose which tea to drink. They have so many different flavors that to have a few extra minutes to think about the answer was nice. I picked Southern Pecan Delight and it did not disappoint. My hot, delicious libation was served in a classic rose covered tea cup with a solid white pot. Fully equipped with a quilted pot warmer, there was no concern that my drink would cool before I was done. Lauren, who chose pink lemonade, was also served with a porcelain pink and purple tea cup and pot as well. She was thrilled to drink from her personal

child sized tea set and she had a smile from ear to ear. We chatted and sipped our beverages like quite the classy pair. Now our grumbling bellies just needed to be satisfied. Their menu warns that if you don’t have reservations you should expect to wait 20 minutes for tea service. However, even though we had made a reservation, we still had to wait a little while for our food--probably about 10 minutes. When it did arrive, I was amazed by the splendor of the arrangement. It looked like 3 tiers of edible artwork had been brought to our table. On my tea tray, there were 4 different kinds of sandwiches: egg salad, chicken salad, cucumber, and toasted pimento cheese. There were also two scrumptious scones (served with Devonshire-style cream and lemon curd) and an entire dessert plate as well! I can’t even begin to tell you how delicious it all was. Let me just say that I have been to the world famous tea service at Canada’s Victoria Fairmont Empress Hotel and the food at Elizabeth’s rivals the food at the Empress for half the price. Amazing! Did you also see that I mentioned “my tea tray”? Yes, Lauren got her own 3 tiers of delicious cuisine! She got her choice of peanut butter and jelly or turkey and cheese sandwich, fruit served in a cute pink flowery cup, and a kid friendly selection of desserts. Her eyes were as big as mine when our food was delivered. We spent the next thirty minutes saying “yummy”, “ooo”, and “mmm” as we munched on our enormously delightful dishes. As Lauren and I finished up, I realized over an hour had passed and we had to rush to pick up my kid from pre-school. As I waited, longer than I would have liked, for our bill, I was able to check out some of the really neat extras Elizabeth’s offers. Not only do they serve this precious “Mommy and Me” afternoon tea, they have a “Cream Tea” that gets you a pot of tea and some warm scones for a much cheaper price. Their menu goes on to include heavenly looking lunch options complete with enticing quiches, salads, soups, and sandwiches. Elizabeth’s can also serve as your next gathering place for a book club meeting or a princess party for your child’s birthday. You can even take the mouthwatering food home with you by their catering service or purchasing their new cookbook! I can’t wait to bring my son back for a tea service. While he’d be way more interested in a pirate party than a princess one, I still think he’ll love the toddler sized food and serving ware. He’ll also get a kick out of the play area if anything for the novelty of toys in a restaurant. So after a fun afternoon, here is my lasting impression: Elizabeth’s is not the place to go if you are in a hurry, but it is a fantastic find. It was a little pricey (costing over $30 for the two of us), but the food was tasty, the tea was stupendous, the extras were wonderful, and the experience was altogether marvelous. I recommend you check it out with your children or friends. Just be sure to give yourself plenty of time and make a reservation if you plan on the full tea service. They make all of their food fresh which makes the wait and the expense worth it. You can go online to elizabethstearoom.com , call them at 904-270-1980, or email elizabethstearoom@ comast.net By: Courtney Nichols Pictures: Natalie Agliata

CLIENT FOCUSED MEDIA TO DONATE OVER 1,000 VOLUNTEER HOURS TO LOCAL NONPROFITS CFM launches “Project Refocus” campaign at www.itstimewedonate.com

Client Focused Media, a full service Jacksonville based marketing and advertising agency, has partnered with several local nonprofits to donate volunteer hours and media services. The company has set a goal for 2011 to visit different nonprofit organizations each month in an effort to give back to the community in a campaign titled “Project Refocus.” The goal of this new nonprofit outreach is to raise awareness for various nonprofit organizations in the Jacksonville area. “CFM is in a fortunate position to help others in the community,” said Mike White, President of CFM. “I believe that the dedication of all of the nonprofits in our area as well as the volunteers in those organizations is what really shapes our city. As funding is being cut to nonprofits, and donation levels are down, we wanted to step in to help in any way that we could.” Mike White and his team plan on donating over 1,000 volunteer hours on company time in 2011. Each month, employees of CFM will visit different nonprofits in the area and volunteer for up to eight hours. The idea is to give back to the community and come together as a group in the process. CFM is also involving the current interns of each semester, in hopes of passing on this philanthropic attitude to the next generation of business professionals. Not only will the agency donate their time and energy, they will also be donating media services. Catty Shack Ranch was the first nonprofit organization to be a part of the “Project Refocus” outreach program. The CFM team headed out to Catty Shack Ranch on January 28th to assist in painting and clean up for the big cat sanctuary. In a four hour period, CFM was able to complete several major projects for the Catty Shack Ranch and receive a tour of the beautiful and vast property. “The experience was amazing. The care and dedication that they have for these animals is outstanding. The team at Catty Shack are not just volunteers, they have changed their lives and dedicated themselves to this cause and it is great to see how passionate people are for causes they believe in,” said Patrick Sullivan, VP of Client Services at CFM.

The media services CFM will provide to the Ranch will increase the community’s awareness of this crucial rescue organization. The first media project CFM will take on is building the organization a new website. In February, CFM went to City Rescue Mission, a nonprofit, faith-based organization that provides food, shelter, emergency services and residential recovery programs to homeless men, women and children. CFM helped cook and serve lunch to the residents of the recovery program and then received a tour of the facility. City Rescue Mission also offers life-changing programs like New Day Workforce and LifeBuildersRecoveryProgram to help the homeless get off the streets and back on their feet. The organization does not receive government funding; financial support comes from donations made by concerned individuals, churches, businesses and civic organizations. CFM and the BUZZ have donated media services and advertising space in their publication to City Rescue Mission. The organization will be featured on the BUZZ website and in the publication. “The employees and volunteers are very passionate and dedicated in helping each person to get back on their feet,” explained Megan Robertson, Associate Publisher of the BUZZ Magazine. “A lot of people are unfamiliar with the strong program that City Rescue Mission has to offer and letting our readers know about the program will be very beneficial to the organization.” The volunteer efforts have already caught on with some other local companies. Stephen Strum, interim president of Coastline Federal Credit Union, plans on joining the efforts. “I saw what Client Focused Media was doing and we are now going to give employees the opportunity to join in the volunteer effort.”

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S Sports & Health JU Softball vs. Florida State: April 5, 4 p.m., JU Softball Complex, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com

Sports EVENTS LAE Derby & Bridle Spectacular & NRCHA Horse Show/AQHA Cutting Event: April 1-3, Jacksonville Equestrian Center, 13611 Normandy Blvd., (904) 573-4895, www.AFRCHA.com Race to the Taste 5K: April 2, 4:30 p.m., Admission: $30, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340C A1A S., (904) 829-3295, www.racetothetaste.org Walk to Defeat ALS: April 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Seven Bridges Grille/Cinemark Theatres Tinseltown, (888) 257-1717 x111, www.walktodefeatals.org Art of Fighting 12: Static: April 2, 7 p.m., Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 630-3900, www. jaxevents.com Riverside Run for Cover 5K: April 2, 6 p.m., Riverside Park, Park Street, (904) 731-3676, www.1stplacesports.com 6th Annual Captain Chuck Cornet Navy 10K Run & 5K Walk: April 2, 8 a.m., $25 Entry, Naval Air Station Jacksonville, (904) 542-2930, www.facebook.com/nasjaxmwr UNF Baseball vs. Savannah State: April 5, 3 p.m., Harmon Stadium, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2473, www.unfospreys.com JU Baseball vs. USF: April 5, 6:30 p.m., April 6, 4 p.m., John Sessions Stadium, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com

Jacksonville Suns vs. Huntsville Stars: April 7-9, 7:05 p.m., April 10, 3:05 p.m., April 11, 11:05 a.m., Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, 301 Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 633-6100, www.jaxsuns.com 7th Annual Team Hope Walk for Huntington’s Disease: April 9, 1-4 p.m., Jacksonville Landing, 2 W Independent Dr., www.hdsa.org/nofl Soldier Ride Jacksonville: April 9, 8:45 a.m., Wounded Warrior Project Headquarters, 7020 A C Skinner Pkwy., www.soldierride.org 2nd Annual Setting the Pace for Peace Domestic Violence Awareness Walk: April 9, Registration @ 8 a.m., Walk @ 9 a.m., Ed Austin Regional Park, 11751 McCormick Rd., www.hubbardhousewalk.com Don’s Friends 5K Run/Walk: April 9, 8:30 a.m., St. Augustine Beach, www.donsfriend.com Dressage on the First Coast: April 9-10, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Jacksonville Equestrian Center, 13611 Normandy Blvd., (904) 573-4895, www.jaxevents.com

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Frank Frangie, Rick Ballou, Jessica Blaylock & Hacker Monday-Friday, 4-7pm

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Horse Shows in the Park Hunter Jumper Competition: April 16-17, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Jacksonville Equestrian Center, 13611 Normandy Blvd., (904) 573-4895, www.jaxevents.com JU Softball vs. Florida Gulf Coast: April 18, 4:30 p.m., JU Softball Complex, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com UNF Baseball vs. Bethune-Cookman: April 19, 7 p.m., Harmon Stadium, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 6202473, www.unfospreys.com UNF Softball vs. Florida Gulf Coast: April 19, 3 p.m., UNF Softball Field, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 6202473, www.unfospreys.com Florida Native Endurance Company Corporate Run 5K: April 21, 6:30 p.m., $20 Entry, Metropolitan Park, www.1stplacesports.com UNF Softball vs. Florida International: April 22, 3 p.m., UNF Softball Field, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2473, www.unfospreys.com

UNF Baseball vs. Mercer: April 15, 7 p.m., April 16-17, 1 p.m., Harmon Stadium, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2473, www.unfospreys.com

Jacksonville Sharks vs. the Cleveland Gladiators: April 23, 7 p.m., Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 621-0700, www.jaxsharks.com

UNF Softball vs. Campbell: April 15, 5 p.m., UNF Softball Field, 1 UNF Dr., (904) 620-2473, www.unfospreys.com

JU Softball vs. Campbell: April 16, 1 p.m., JU Softball Complex, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com Guns & Hoses Charity Boxing Event: April 16, 6:30 p.m., Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 630-3900, www.jaxevents.com

Orange Park Medical Center Run to the Sun 8K: April 16, 8 a.m., $16-25 Entry, Orange Park Kennel Club, 455 Park Ave., www.floridastriders.com Run with the Lions – Beaches Chapel School 5K: April 16, 8 a.m., $20-30 Entry, Beaches Chapel School, 610 Florida Blvd., www.1stplacesports.com

Dan Hicken, Jeff Prosser & Beef Monday-Friday, 10am-1pm

The Katie Ride and Walk for Life: April 16, 8 a.m., Registration: $35, The Atlantic Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Ave., Amelia Island, (904) 491-0811, www.katierideforlife.org

JU Baseball vs. Stetson: April 22, 6:30 p.m., April 23, 2 p.m., John Sessions Stadium, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com

Best Buddies Friendship Walk: April 16, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., University of North Florida, 1 UNF Dr., www.bestbuddiesflorida.org/jaxwalk

Monday-Friday, 6-10am

High Fives for Hope 5K: April 10, 8 a.m., $25 donation, University of North Florida Arena, 11852 UNF Dr., www.highfivesforhope.org

JU Baseball vs. Campbell: April 15, 4 p.m., April 16, 1 p.m., John Sessions Stadium, 2800 University Blvd. N., (904) 256-7400, www.judolphins.com

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Jacksonville Suns vs. Tennessee Smokies: April 23, 6:05 p.m., April 24, 3:05 p.m., April 25-26, 7:05 p.m., Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, 301 Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 633-6100, www.jaxsuns.com Clay County Great Strides: April 30, 9 a.m., Orange Park Kennel Club, 455 Park Ave., (904) 7333560, www.cff.org/chapters/nfl/greatstrides Jacksonville Sharks vs. the Orlando Predators: April 30, 7 p.m., Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., (904) 621-0700, www.jaxsharks.com Shannon Miller Lifestyle Women’s 5K & Childrens Fun Run: April 30, 8 a.m., The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr #250, www.shannonmillerlifestyle.com 17th Annual Shrimp Festival 5K Run/Walk: April 30, 8 a.m., Main Beach, Fernandina Beach, www.shrimpfestival.com If you would like to have your event listed in BUZZ Entertainment Magazine, simply go to www.iwantaBUZZ. com/jacksonville-fl, click on the Calendar tab and select “Add an Event.” Events relating to music, theatre, comedy and specialized events will be taken from the calendar on the 15th of the month for the following issue. If you have questions, email us at mrobertson@iwantaBUZZ.com

By Eddie Sandoval, Certified Personal Trainer

wellnesscoach@baileysgym.com

Three Ways How NOT To Exercise When it comes to exercise, there is a “right way” and a “wrong way.” If you are like most people, you probably do not have a lot of extra time to spend at the gym. So, why do exercises that will not help you get fit and possibly even result in injury? Here are some exercises that are commonly done incorrectly, and some great tips to enhance your form and reap the intended benefits of your exercise. EXERCISE #1: THE LATERAL PULLDOWN BEHIND THE HEAD THE WRONG WAY: The incorrect lateral pull down behind the head is done by pulling a weighted bar down behind your head and neck. Executing the exercise in this manner can put undue strain on your shoulders, which can easily lead to injury. THE RIGHT WAY: Instead of pulling the bar down behind your head, try leaning back a few degrees and pulling the bar down to your breastbone by pulling your shoulder blades down and together. Activate your core by contracting your abdominal muscles in order to control your movements. EXERCISE #2: MACHINE SQUATS AND LUNGES ASSISTED BY THE LOWER BACK THE WRONG WAY: When using a machine to perform squats, lunges or leg presses, it is easy to bend your knees so much that they pass beyond the toe and creates less than a 90-degree angle behind the knee, a cardinal sin when it comes to any type of leg training. This exercise is designed to work your legs and glutes. But, if you bend too much at the knees, your pelvis can tilt and force the lower back to bear some of the weight, which can lead to serious back troubles immediately and in the future. THE RIGHT WAY: Instead of using a machine, try using the resistance of your own body. Squats and lunges done with your own body weight can work the same muscle groups with far greater benefits, such as increased core and stabilization muscle training. EXERCISE #3: THE WEIGHT BELT THE WRONG WAY: A weight belt is a wide belt that wraps around the waist supporting the back. Unless you have a medical reason to wear one, do not use it. Using a weight belt reduces your core muscles' ability to become stronger. THE RIGHT WAY: Skip the weight belt, learn to activate your core and concentrate on utilizing it to help build up your strength. Simply put, if you can only lift the weight with the assistance of a weight belt, then it is too heavy for you to lift at all. Odds are, if you have been in the gym enough, you have either seen these incorrect exercises or you have been the one performing them wrong. Admitting you have a problem is the first step to recovery! Change your training to reflect the correct form to help prevent injuries and make the most of your training. Group fitness classes such as Power Pump, yoga and TRX Suspension Training at Bailey’s Powerhouse Gym are a few tools you can use to help teach you proper body form and core strength while enjoying a fun environment and making new friends.

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Go Sports By Peter Sheperd

The AFC Disadvantage When the Green Bay Packers won Super Bowl XLV it marked the third time in four years that the NFC has won the Lombardi Trophy. But don't be fooled into thinking that means the NFC is the dominant conference. Anything can happen in one game, but the toughest road to the Super Bowl remains in the AFC. The NFC has now sent ten different franchises to the Super Bowl in the past ten years. Since 2001, the Rams, Bucs, Panthers, Eagles, Seahawks, Bears, Giants, Cardinals, Saints and Packers have all made it to the big game. If you play in the NFC, you've got a wide open chance to make it every year. The AFC, on the other hand, has had the three most dominant teams in football for nearly a decade. Since 2003, only the Patriots, Colts and Steelers have won the AFC championship. That's bad news for perennially strong teams like the Ravens, Chargers, Titans, and more recently the Jets. The competition in the AFC makes it exponentially more difficult to make the Super Bowl. Here's a closer look at a few dominant but forgotten AFC teams that fell short of the Super Bowl. Had these teams played in the NFC, you can bet they would have made the Super Bowl at some point, and had an excellent chance to win it all: - The 2006 Chargers went 14-2, with their only losses coming by a field goal on the road in Baltimore, and Kansas City, who both made the playoffs that year. The Chargers won ten in a row to end the regular season and led the NFL in scoring and point differential. But they lost in the playoffs by a field goal to the dreaded Patriots, who had won three of the last five Super Bowls at that point and went undefeated the following season. • The 2003 Titans went 12-4, with three of their losses coming to the Colts and Patriots. They were 4-0 against the NFC and blew out the eventual NFC champion Panthers 37-17 in Carolina. They were fifth in the NFL in scoring, fourth in point differential and third in turnover differential. In the playoffs, they won in Baltimore but lost by three in New England, to a Patriots team who won consecutive Super Bowls and was in the middle of a 21 game winning streak. • The 2006 Ravens went 13-3. They beat the defending champion Steelers twice and also beat the 14-2 Chargers. They allowed more than 17 points just four times all year, and scored fewer than 17 only four times all year. They allowed the fewest points in the league and led the NFL in turnover differential. But they lost to the dominant Colts in the playoffs as Peyton Manning went on to win his first Super Bowl. • The 2005 Jaguars went 12-4, with three of their losses coming against the 14-2 Colts and the 13-3 Broncos. They beat the 11-5 Bengals and beat both Super Bowl teams, the Steelers and Seahawks. They lost in the playoffs to the Patriots, who at that point had won three of the last four Super Bowls and had won 42 of their last 50 games. Now for fun, here's a look at one of the NFC teams who was able to sneak into the Super Bowl while superior AFC teams watched from home: • The 2008 Cardinals went 9-7 and made the playoffs by going 6-0 in an awful division. They were 0-4 against NFC playoff teams in the regular season. In games outside the division they were 3-7 and were outscored 325-247, which means they allowed 32.5 points per game. They lost two games to the AFC's Patriots and Jets by a combined score of 103-42. How bad was the competition in the division they dominated? The Rams, Seahawks and 49ers went 7-23 out of the division, and three of those wins were against the pathetic Redskins and the 0-16 Lions. And yet those Cardinals came within a play of stealing the Super Bowl, while some of the best teams in football have never played in the game, thanks to the dominance of the Steelers, Colts, and Patriots.

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904-338-9400 Is low back pain always caused by a herniated disc?

There are many different conditions that can result in low back pain, including: sprained ligaments, strained muscles, ruptured disks, trigger points and inflamed joints. While sports injuries or accidents can lead to injury and pain, sometimes even the simplest movements, like picking up a pencil from the floor, can have painful results. In addition, conditions such as arthritis, poor posture, obesity, psychological stress and even kidney stones, kidney infections, blood clots, or bone loss can lead to pain. Due to the fact that there are a whole lot of things that can cause low back pain, and some of those things can be quite serious if left untreated, it is important to seek professional help. Chiropractors are the experts at diagnosing the cause and determining the proper treatment for low back pain.

Who should I see after an Automobile accident?

Your chiropractor is an excellent choice for examination and evaluation of injuries due to whiplash. He/She will be able to determine the nature and extent of the damage to muscle, ligament, and bone. Taking an x-ray series is a very important part of the evaluation of whiplash, as even seemingly modest forces can result in fracture of one or more vertebras in your neck. Evaluation of nerve function, including both spinal nerves and cranial nerves, is critically important. Pain and/or numbness radiating into one or both arms suggests injury to a cervical nerve root and needs to be thoroughly assessed. If no fractures have been identified, chiropractic treatment can begin immediately. Over time, chiropractic treatment helps reduce inflammation of injured muscles and ligaments. Chiropractic treatment helps restore normal ranges of motion to your neck and upper back. With this natural form of healing you begin to make incremental, steady progress, recovering the ability to participate in all your daily activities with reduced levels of pain and discomfort. Chiropractic treatment provides optimal therapy for whiplash injuries, allowing your body to recover and return to normal by utilizing its own restorative powers.

Can Chiropractic help with my posture?

Posture ranks right up at the top of the list when you are talking about good health. It is as important as eating right, exercising, getting proper rest and avoiding potentially harmful substances like alcohol, drugs, and tobacco. Good posture is a way of doing things with more energy, less stress and fatigue. Without good posture, you cannot really be physically fit. Without good posture, you can actually damage your spine every time you exercise. Correcting bad posture and the physical problems that result can be accomplished in two ways. The first is by eliminating as much “bad” stress from your body as possible. Bad stress includes all the factors, habits, or stressors that cause your body to deviate from your structural center. Bad stress can result from a poorly adjusted workstation at work, from not having your seat adjusted correctly in your car, or even from carrying too much weight around in a heavy purse or backpack. The second is by applying “good” stress on the body in an effort to move your posture back toward your center of balance. This is accomplished through a series of chiropractic adjustments, exercises, stretches, and changes to your physical environment, all designed to help correct your posture. Getting your body back to its center of balance by improving your posture is critically important to improving how you feel. The information presented herein reflects only the opinion of the author and not iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine, it’s owner, or publisher. All information in iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for any advice given to you by your physician. Consult your physician before you begin any nutrition, exercise, or dietary supplement program.

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RUMBLE IN THE ANCIENT CITY

St St. Augustine

Limelight Theatre By Brennan Holness

longest running boxing & mma gym in Jacksonville. Rumble in the Ancient City is the 30th event that Rutgers has hosted in the North Florida area and he works hard to ensure that all his events are family friendly environments suitable for all.

"Deadgame means to never give up - perseverance. That's what we try to teach to our athletes and we hope that it will carry over into all aspects of their lives outside of the ring. Without community oriented events such as these, that's not possible. The hard work ethic, competitive drive and structured training that this sport instills in these people changes lives, no doubt, "Rutgers says. Rumble in the Ancient City, the second ever Mixed Martial Arts event to take place in St. Augustine will be held at the Ketterlinus Gymnasium, 60 Orange Street, on April 2nd, 2011 in historic downtown St. Augustine. The doors will open at 6pm and the first fight will take place at 7 pm. This is an all ages, family friendly event and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the AAMMA student athlete college scholarship fund. Hosting this event is Josh Rutgers, owner of Deadgame Fight School, the

Rumble in the Ancient City will showcase approximately 40 amateur athletes from not only St. Augustine & Jacksonville but also as far away as Russia, Brazil and Romania. Ticket prices start at $20 for adults and $10 for children. More info can be found at rumbleintheancientcity.com. The AAMMA (American Amateur Mixed Martial Arts) is a 501 (c) 3 non profit corporation and serves as the sanctioning body and educational program overseeing this event.

Are you turned on? As a member of the increasingly outnumbered population who can easily recall an age before the explosion of the cellular phone, it’s tough not to let my inner old man kick into gear on occasion and fondly remember a time when going out for a few hours could mean total freedom—from contacts, responsibilities, and all the other little nudging things that make up the working part of the day. Being away from the home or office placed a person in a sort of Shreodingeresque space where they might or might not exist unless they happened to check in from a payphone. Today, we no longer need to worry about a person’s existence (luckily). As Playwright Sarah Ruhl writes through the mouth of Mrs. Gottlieb in Dead Man’s Cell Phone, “You’ll never walk alone… because you’ll always have a machine in your pants that might ring.” Is the convenience of instant, roundthe-clock availability worth the loss of freedom that comes with being totally out of contact? It’s tough to judge. Anyone with a relative or friend living in Japan today is grateful, I’m sure, for cellular technology. On a less dire level, spending half an hour in a dentist’s waiting room is a whole lot easier with facebook, text messages and angry birds. The cost to this is, of course, privacy: when anyone who knows your face can “check you in” anywhere you go, it’s not always easy to

get a little time for yourself. Then, too, any modern business expects contact by e-mail and cell phone at all times, not just within paid hours of work--and this progress of efficiency only promises to grow more invasive as data technology continues to evolve. Are you “turned on”? Sometimes, always being “there” can be a drain. But when a phone rings, you have to answer it… don’t you? In Dead Man’s Cell Phone, Pulitzer- and Tony-nominated playwright Sarah Ruhl explores the absurdities of connection, romance, and the cycles of life and death in a world tangled by invisible webs of information. When the idealist but naïve Jean answers the incessantly ringing cell phone of a dead stranger in a nondescript café, she finds herself caught in this bizarre web, navigating the life of a man she never really knew—but somehow still loved. Dead Man’s Cell Phone plays at the Limelight Theatre in St. Augustine, March 25 – April 10. Thursday-Saturday shows play at 7:30pm, with Sunday matinees at 2:00pm. General admission is $25, with discounts available for Seniors, Military, Students and Groups. Student rush tickets available 30 minutes prior to the performance for any unclaimed seats ($10). The Limelight Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 4pm. Call (904) 825-1164 or visit www.limelighttheatre.org for more information, ticket availability, and to make reservations.

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St GRAB a BITE CAPS

A waterfront restaurant with a raw bar and offers new coastal cuisine. Enjoy a Stilton salad, tapas platter, crab cakes, sea bass reggiano, cioppino, filet mignon, fried shrimp or other fresh local seafood. 4325 Myrtle St. 904-824-8794 $$$

KINGFISH GRILL

Located right at the docks of Camachee Cove Marina, we offer spectacular waterfront views with both inside and outside dining. Enjoy the freshest seafood and casual cuisine served in a relaxed setting. We have something everyone including the kids! 252 Yacht Club Dr. 904-824-2111 $$$

THE REEF RESTAURANT

Offers a creative menu of the freshest fish and seafood, steaks, pastas, salads and innovative chef specials, together with an extensive wine list and full bar. 4100 Coastal Highway A1A. 904-824-8008 $$$

THE RAINTREE RESTAURANT

The Raintree is renowned for consistent, award-winning menu, wine list and full bar served in the warm, intimate atmosphere of a restored 1879 Victorian home. 102 San Marco Ave. 904-824-7211 $$$

ZHANRAS

True to tradition, Zhanra's features a menu that encourages sharing and celebrations in a setting meant to culturally inspire guests. 108 Anastasia Blvd. (Just East of the Bridge of Lions) 904-823-3367 $$$

Donovan’s Irish Pub

BARNACLE BILLS

The place to be! Experience the Irish way of life with family, friends, and traditional Irish food. 7440 US-1 N. 904-829-0000. $

Consistently voted as the most referred seafood restaurant in St. Augustine by hotel front desk staff and managers. Barnacles offers a family oriented atmosphere and serves only fresh seafood complemented with the finest ingredients. 14 Castillo Dr. 904-824-3663 and 451 A1A Beach Blvd. 904-471-2434 $$

Madres

A great place to wine and dine on a small budget. With eccentric food such as fish tacos and pickled carrots, it’s a great way to let loose! 8 Aviles St. 904-823-1371. $

Guide to Local Restaurants

CREEKSIDE DINERY

Creekside introduced its own distinctive style of southern cuisine with special emphasis on plank cooking - baking fish, chicken and steak on a 1" thick oak plank which seals in the juices and imparts a subtle wood flavor to the meat. Creekside also offers a wide assortment of fresh local seafood, distinctive appetizers, desserts and a full bar. 160 Nix Boatyard Rd 904-829-6113 $$

Café Atlantico

Chef-owner Paolo Pece, a master chef certified by the Italian Culinary Institute from Naples, Italy, serves awardwinning "authentic, contemporary Italian cuisine "featuring seafood, pork, steak, pasta, poultry, and housemade desserts. 647 A1A Beach Blvd. 904471-7332 $$$

THE TASTING ROOM

Purple Olive

The Purple Olive offers you a creative full dinner menu, expertly chosen wines, international beers, as well as fresh baked artisan breads, and all homemade soups, sauces, salad dressings, and mouthwatering desserts made from scratch. The menu also provides you with the unique option to "build your own plate" with over a dozen choices of entrees, sauces, condiments, and side items to mix and match to please your specific tastes. Seaside Plaza 4255 A1A S. Suite #6. 904-461-1250 $$$

Salt Water Cowboys

Just a short pelican glide south of St. Augustine Beach, you'll find Saltwater Cowboys perched above wildlife-laden salt marshes flanking the Intracoastal Waterway. Dondanville Rd. 904-471-2332 $$$

Culinary Outfitters

Simply put, the Spanish "tapa" is a small dish of food served with a drink. But, for Spaniards the custom of tapas is much more. Tapas are small portions of food which are served as part of the social scene. The most important part of enjoying tapas is sharing food and good times with your friends. 25 Cuna St. 904810-2400 $$$

A full-service catering company offering affordable excellence and superior service. Our professionalism and experience will allow you to relax and actually enjoy your special event. From the simple party trays to the elegant engagement, Culinary Outfitters will exceed your expectations. 11 South Dixie Highway 904-829-2727

GYPSY CAB CO

Athena Greek Restaurant

Gypsy Cab Company, always a favorite with locals, has a reputation as being a casual restaurant with diner friendliness. 828 Anastasia Blvd. 904-824-8244 $$

AMICI

Amici is one of the true Italian restaurants in northeast Florida where ambience and cuisine are authentically Italian. 1915 A1A S. 904-461-0102 $$

SUNSET GRILLE

Our incredible lunch and dinner menu's offer a large variety of seafood choices prepared with different continental influences making the Sunset Grille restaurant a "must visit." 421 A1A Beach Blvd. 904-471-5555 $$

South Beach Grill

The large menu features all types of seafood, black angus burgers, wrap sandwiches, pasta dishes and over 5 tasty salads, not to mention baby back ribs, chicken and vegetarian dishes and fish tacos. Nightly Chef specials feature spectacular preparations of fish, shrimp and scallops and change weekly. 45 Cubbedge Rd. 904-471-8700 $$

The Chryssaidis family welcomes you to St. Augustine’s premier Greek restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. 14 Cathedral Place, (904)823-9076, $

A1A ALEWORKS

Fresh hand crafted beer in a fun and friendly environment. Caribbean, Cuban, and Florida flavors influence the menu for lunch and dinner. Fish selections are picked daily. 1 King St. 904-829-2977 $$

CRUISERS GRILL

Great American food made from scratch everyday. Award winning burgers and fries! Enjoy a milkshake with some friends or a meal with the family. 3 St. George St. 904-824-6993. $

THE CONCH HOUSE

Enjoy our Caribbean style cuisine under our Jamaican styled grass huts out over the water. Don’t miss our famous “Reggae Sundays” during the summer. Try our mouthwatering Key Lime Pie. 57 Comares Ave. 904-829-8646 $$

HUNGRY HOWIE’S

Flavored crust pizzas you can’t get anywhere else. Grab a side of Howie wings or a crisp salad. We’ll make it fast, fresh, and just for you. 4010 US 1 S. #115. 904-794-1091.

HARRY’S

Began as part of a seafood market and has remained committed to constant improvement. Relax at our New Orleans style restaurant and find out who Harry is! 46 Avenida Menendez. 904-824-7765. $$

HURRICANE GRILL

A1A. 904-471-7120. $

Find your signature sauce for your favorite meal. Come have dinner with the family or game night with the guys. 4255 S

MANGO MANGOS

Letting people escape from reality since 2004 with our great Caribbean food and entertaining environment. Try relaxing with one of our beachside burgers. 700 A1A Blvd. 904-461-1077. $-$$

THE OASIS

The world famous Oasis serving breakfast, lunch, or dinner in a casual, exciting atmosphere. Enjoy the full service bar or indulge yourself in our oyster bar. 4000 A1A & Ocean Trace. 904-471-3424. $$-$$$

FINNEGAN’S WAKE

Take a trip to Ireland with our traditional fare. There are specials everyday of the week. It doesn’t matter when you’re hungry, we’re open 7am-2am 7 days a week. 5545 A1A South. 904-460-2920. $-$$

Florida Cracker Cafe

The Florida Cracker Cafe has been a favorite for locals and visitors of St. Augustine for over 17 years. They use local flavors and influences to create an exceptional dining experience. Enjoy live music every Wednesday starting at 5pm 81 St. George St. 904-829-0397 $-$$

Columbia Restaurant

The award-winning cuisine is set in an atmosphere of Spanish designed rooms, such as the indoor patio dining room. They attract international guests for paella a la Valenciana . 98 St. George St. 904-824-3341. $$-$$$ To have your business listed please contact us at info@iwantabuzz.com

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Local Blues Band

Story by Eric Sarrett, Photos By Craig Oneal

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For my money (or lack thereof), there’s no better time to be a North Floridian than the first weekend of April. Where else can you get free world-class blues with an ocean view? So when I decided to start putting myself in the shoes of local movers & shakers for this column, my mind immediately gravitated towards Toots Lorraine and the Traffic. These local up-andcomers will be stealing the Springing the Blues thunder for the third time this April with their infectious, jazz-inflected ‘Jump Blues,’ so I rang up and asked if I could be a band member for a day. Toots (like ‘foots’, not ‘boots’) and company have been rocketing up the local music scene since Tyra and Chad Dant brought their modern twist on traditional jazz and blues to Jax in 2008. This marriage of dirty southern blues with sultry war-era crooning began when Tyra (a.k.a. Toots) decided to drive from Orlando to Daytona one lonely Wednesday night for a popular weekly blues jam. She was instantly impressed by the young gun leading the charge on guitar. Chad spotted Tyra from the stage and suspected she was a singer: “You don’t often see young, attractive women in a blues club on their own.” So he approached her between sets—I’m certain out of musical curiosity— and they decided to ‘Myspace’ one another (talk about retro!). A musical romance was born. Tyra’s musician father had taught her to “sing it straight,” believing you need a strong foundation before “laying on the smaltz,” and she grew up steeped in jazz, musical theater, and dance before spending much of her twenties singing on cruise ships. Chad, on the other hand, rejected a gifted guitar as an adolescent only to purchase one six years later after hearing a college friend wailing the blues. Though he started late, playing came naturally and he learned the ropes by frequenting local jams. Until this fateful night in September 2007, however, Tyra thought the blues was just a few repeated power chords and jazz wasn’t even on Chad’s radar. But then worlds collided, Jerry, and love & music sprang anew. The young couple soon moved to Jacksonville where they started playing around town with a small but rotating cast of musicians and soon caught the attention of Springing the Blues founder Sam Veal. This landed them on the small stage at Springing the Blues in 2009 where they drew such a crowd that they were moved to the big stage last year. Things have continued to look up from there. This past November they played their own wedding and are set to release their first CD of original songs. While their ascent sounds like a storybook tale, a lot of hard work, determination, and frustration went in to reaching this point, so I joined them for a gig at Casa Marina Hotel in Jax Beach to see for myself. The day of the gig, Chad starts at 7a.m. (Though I took him at his word there’s only so far undercover—literally—this writer will go!) and he’s off to load up the truck with speakers, lights, stands, and guitars before heading to work as Graphic Designer for the sales support team at a staffing firm. He dreams of working as an independent artist by day and musician by night, but for now does the corporate dance with the rest of us. Tyra, too, leaves shortly for her job as AR & Collections Coordinator. Holding steady jobs provides security and allows the couple to be selective with gigs and stay true to their sound. “I don’t ever want to resent music,” Tyra explains. Relieved of the pressure of pandering for a paycheck, Toots can simply laugh when a drunk requests Black Eyed Peas: “Really? Have you even heard us play?” On his way to and from work, Chad listens to music to frame his mind for the show and throughout the day, he and Tyra stay connected through text, email, and cell phone, sharing inspirations and melodies as they strike. Lunch breaks and stolen minutes go to booking gigs which can take between five minutes to two months. Negotiating deals is seldom easy for creative types, but fortunately these days about forty percent of their gigs are solicited rather than sought after. “As musicians,” Chad explains, “we are emotional. It’s hard for us to play hardball because we want to play.” It seems immodest to trumpet their own virtues to demand a larger slice of the pie, but they can’t afford a cut off the top for an agent. If booking is a nuisance, though, for Chad, “loading up and setting up is the ultimate downfall.” Chad leaves the office at around 5:30 and, in full sympathy mode, I tear out of my day job as well. Neither of us

has time to eat so I grab a banana and a handful of cashews as I swing by the house to change and grab my guitar. For Tyra, costume change is a time to “flip your brain” and “go from nerdy accounting girl to Toots Lorraine.” The band always dresses the part. “You don’t go on stage without lashes and lips,” she explains. Chad describes this constant flipping of persona as Schizophrenic, and as he pulls around back of the hotel and begins to unload speakers, he is having trouble switching gears. It’s been a hard day at work and he’s still stewing over friction with the producer of their CD. On top of all of this, he had to locate a new drummer at the last minute when his usual drummer bailed and The Traffic had to battle traffic all the way here (a common frustration with weekday shows.) As he vents to regular keyboardist and Nashville refugee Dave Frank, we heft heavy amps and speakers to the stage and onto stands and then run the cables under rugs. After nearly an hour, everything is set, but Chad points out that he hasn’t even unloaded his guitars yet. On this first Wednesday in March, the weather has turned unexpectedly chilly and no one has arrived by the 6:30 start so we plug in, tune up, and practice a shuffle blues. As Chad struggles to transform into ‘Chad Mo,’ he explains that while grateful for the opportunity, a lot of pain goes in to gigging professionally. Dave adds that he moved Jacksonville to escape the cutthroat and competitive music biz and, as I think of the multi-million dollar rock machines that break up under the stress, it’s interesting to see the strain at even a local level. Still, everyone agrees this band is a blast to play in and they run through a quick warm up. As the band plays to an empty courtyard, I share their anxiety —after all, I need a story out of this—but soon people, mostly familiar faces, begin to trickle in. The musicians glide through a diverse songbook ranging from the traditional “Every Day I Have the Blues” to Van Morrison’s “Moondance” as dancers take the floor. Most of the people I meet as I wait to take the stage as ‘a band member’ are regulars. “You don’t find a lot of young people playing jazz and blues,” one fan explains, “especially in this area,” while another adds, “If you try to find a flaw in this band, it’s hard.” Hotel Maitre De Sterling Joyce, who worked diligently to get the band in here, says: “She [Toots] stole my heart the first time I heard her sing. She sings jazz from the heart.” When the first set ends, Tyra joins with me in the crowd and laughs when a fan comments jealously on how nice it must be to sing all night and sleep all day. Tyra gently offers a reality check before retaking the stage. As the second set commences, my nerves grow. Although I’ve played guitar my whole life, I’m no good with crowds. I’m a writer. I work in solitude. Still, when Toots introduces me, I take a deep breath and “flip the switch.” As we fall into a simple rhythm, it’s both nerve-wracking and exhilarating to see a crowd from the other side. I try to act at ease and animated while trying desperately not to trip up the pros, but I feel like Frankenstein newly animated. Yet, although I’m only strumming an elementary progression, I’m thrilled to simply stand there keeping beat while the crowd dances along. In a flash the song is over and I hand my guitar over to Chad, who has asked to handle her for a while. (A swinger is never shy!) As the band kicks back in gear Craig, my photographer friend, shows me pictures from his digital camera. I’m horrified! I may have thought I was having fun but looked like I was raging against the machine. Perhaps flipping that switch isn’t so easy after all. Intent on loosening up, I join the crowd and stumble through a few dance moves. As the last song winds down an appreciative audience begs for more. This is an early gig, though, so they begin breaking down promptly at 9:30 and I rejoin them for the grunt work. While the whole day leading up to the gig was filled with preparation and anticipation, it’s anticlimactic how swiftly it all flitters out. Break down takes less than thirty minutes. All talk about recording, gigging, and work is gone. No one has eaten so the hot topic is where best to get chow. I decide late night carb loading is above and beyond the call of duty so I shake hands and thank the band for graciously letting me intrude. As I drive away I reflect upon how everyone sees the fun a band has on stage, but few people think about the struggle it takes to get there. We’ll pay $7 without flinching for a watered-down drink but balk at a $5 cover and ignore the tip jar on stage. Most musicians, though, put in long, hard days so that we can forget about ours. For passionate musicians like Tyra and Chad, however, the uphill battle is worth the view and their enthusiasm for their art and their fans shines through. Next time you see a band beaming from the stage, though, remember: A day in the life of a working band ain’t all spotlights and cheering fans.

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Guide to Local Restaurants BARBARA JEANS “Easy Southern

Dining”! You’ll find terrific home-style cooking at modest prices, providing service that is prompt and courteous, and a friendly, casual atmosphere. 960030 Gateway Blvd. 904-277-3700. $$-$$$

JADE’S BISTRO Modern Thai and Chinese cuisine, with dine-in and take-out options for the entire family. Menu items include Pad Thai, Mango Shrimp, Mongolian Beef. 1484 Sadler Rd. 904-321-2777. $$ O’KANES IRISH PUB & EATERY Authentic Irish Fare as well as steaks, seafood and sandwiches. Enjoy casual dining in pub or dining room. Offering beer, wine & liquor. 319 Centre St. 904-261-1000. $-$$ 29 SOUTH EATS South is a chic,

neighborhood bistro perfect for dates, a quick bite or a casual dinner with old friends and family. 29 S. 3rd St. 904-277-7919. $$$-$$$$

BRETT'S WATERWAY CAFÉ Dine of beef or seafood dishes served in a casual dining atmosphere. Enjoy the view as you overlook the Fernandina Harbor and marina on the Amelia River. 1 S. Front St. 904-261-2660. $$-$$$ CAFE KARIBO Home of the "Big Bella"

and the "Worked Over". We also feature desserts that are worth a trip alone and we offer a full espresso bar to compliment the experience. 27 N. 3rd St. 904-261-2660. $-$$

CRAB TRAP Serving your favorite seafood: blackened, broiled, or fried along with chicken, steaks, and oysters year 'round. 31 N. 2nd St. 904-261-4749. $$-$$$ ESPANA RESTAURANT Enjoy traditional

Portuguese and Spanish cuisine in an intimate cozy setting. 22 S. 4th St. 904-261-7700. $$

FERNANDELI Whether you live here or you are just visiting the area we are sure that you will love the nostalgic charm & our fresh & simple menu choices. Nothing too fancy, just good food. 17 S. 8th St. 904-261-0008. $-$$ THE SURF A favorite destination on Amelia Island. Extensive menu featuring delicious steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches, burgers and wraps. Live entertainment. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. $$ LE CLOS Located in Fernandina's

Historic District, Le Clos serves delicious French dishes by candlelight in a quaint 1906 cottage. 20 S. 2nd St. 904-261-8100. $

THE FALCON’S NEST Aviation themed pub offering daily happy hour, the famous Falcon burger and the best martini menu around. Falcon’s is the perfect spot to “fly by” and meet your friends! 6800 First Coast Hwy. 904-491-4242. $$-$$$ OCEAN GRILL Guests seeking a

memorable dinner with oceanfront dining can embrace the view and the food at the Ocean Grill in the Amelia Inn. 6800 First Coast Hwy. 904-261-6161. $$$$

PABLO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT GRILL & CANTINA Enjoy Mexican-style food in a

friendly and fun atmosphere. Pablo's offers Shrimp a la Diabla, Seafood Fajitas, and Fish Tacos and much more. 12 N. 2nd St. 904-261-0047. $-$$

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LULU'S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE

Lulu's is more than just a sandwich shop! The dinner menu changes weeklyand lunch features po'boys, salads, and a wide variety of "little plates." 11 S. 7th St. 904-432-8394. $$ To have your business listed please contact us at info@iwantabuzz.com

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O MATTERS of OPINION Where We're Going By Ken Deutsch

In the section called “Getting Intimate,” such phrases as “I would like to dance,” and “where are you from?” are ones that almost anyone would find useful on a date. But as we venture further into the back pages of Frommer’s it gets even more colorful. “Let me help you out of that,” and “can I stay the night?” come up less often in conversation, at least in my conversations. Phrases such as “are you on birth control?” and “do you have anything you want to tell me first?” might be vital, depending on how the date progresses.

How Do You Say “Adults Only” in French? From Honolulu just head about 2000 miles south and voila! Tahiti and Bora Bora! Inhabitants of these beautiful isles primarily speak French, but visitors can get by knowing only “hotel French.” That means one can at least negotiate with the front desk clerk or the waiters in a manner that can be understood, especially when speaking loudly and gesturing wildly. My French is definitely at that level after five visits to the area known as French Polynesia. However, just to be sure, I packed my handy “Frommer’s French PhraseFinder & Dictionary,” in case I had to venture beyond “please bring me a bottle of water.” Frommer’s is a small yet indispensable paperback with simple translations and common phrases one might need. But a closer look into this book gives an interesting picture of what a young traveler might face.

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Swan or ram’s behind – getting to the end of the matter Science has some good news for all us Ugly Ducklings – the bottom line is that we’re not as far from perfection as we may think. Beautiful Swans may be lithe, slim and ballet graceful, but it turns out it’s the ones with the big butts that survive. The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, a conservation organization, has been studying the behinds of black-beaked swans that winter in the United Kingdom and summer in Arctic Russia. What they’re finding out, LiveScience reported in March, is that the runway models of the feathered stuff fairy tales just didn’t pack enough junk in the trunk to tackle the trip. Oh sure, the skinny ducks might sizzle the pages of all the issues of Feathered Vogue, ELLE Curve Neck and Cosmoswanitan, but it’s the babe with the baggage who’s going to arrive to get the guy. Nature is very clear on this point: It’s survival of the fattest. Still, I know that even with the scientific evidence, there are salad bar dwellers who will continue to shake whatever they can off their booties. Well, park it, sister, because science has good news for you, too. Researchers studying the rears of rams isolated the gene that causes big-bottomed sheep. Now they are on a quest to solve the genetic disorder that predestines some of us to waddle around like oversized end zones.

As we forge through the phrase book, the hypothetical date heats up. Again, from Frommer’s: “That’s it!” (“Oui, comme ça!”) “Faster!” (“Plus vite”) “Harder!” (“Plus fort!”) Then after the excitement of the date, there’s a section for that all important cool down, with such deathless prose as “you’re great,” and “I’m flying home in the morning.” If, however, the evening begins to head south, the traveler would still be advised to have this phrase book close by to seek the best way to say, “stop, please!” or “let’s just be friends.” This was going to be a column about enjoying the beauty of Tahiti and Bora Bora, but that will have to wait. I got stuck in the French phrase book. Ken Deutsch looked for phrases like “please loosen the handcuffs” or “unfortunately the trapeze is broken tonight,” but the book was found lacking.

Remote Control Etiquette

We have, in our home, a little device that hooks our television to the internet. Using the device, we can watch Netflix movies, Hulu, and even Amazon rentals directly on our television. This device is controlled by a very simple (but powerful) remote control. Of course, there are fights between the family members over the control of this remote.

This alone would make me think of an article concerning Remote Etiquette. But matters have worsened. The remote is now lost. My son has discovered that since the device is networked, it has its own IP address… hence we can control it from any other device on the network. At first, this was limited to the laptop. But then smartphones (and even regular dumb phones) were employed. Now, everyone has their own remote (I happened to find the original). The fights are much worse. Bobby wants to watch Blue’s Clues. So he sets it up and settles into the beanbag chair for some solid, wholesome entertainment. But Jenny, slightly older, wants to watch that yellow sponge-guy (a little crude for me). She changes it, which sets Bobby into a crying fit. He grabs her iphone and throws it (I’m glad I invested in that rubber cover for her phone). She runs in to me

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crying. Meanwhile, the teenager (Britney) has decided iCarly would settle it, and she uses her laptop to put it on. Bobby doesn’t quite have enough muscle to overcome Britney, so he too comes crying to me. I come in to settle the fight, but after five minutes of all three of them shouting, I’m really no closer to understanding who should have ‘rights’ than when I started. Meanwhile, Greg (the other teenager) has heard the commotion, and wants to have fun with it. He’s on the PC in his room, and is nowhere near the TV. But just to keep people in an uproar, he pulls up his own remote and presses an occasional button—causing Bobby, Jenny, and Britney to all blame each other. To solve all of this, I’ve smashed the TVnetwork device. We’re too far from the city to view the free airways. So, in short, there is no longer television in my house. If you want to avoid all of this, just stick with this very basic rule. Only one person gets to control the TV. That should be a given—especially since most devices have only one remote control. But just in case others share my plight, they should immediately make the rule, explain it to all household members, establish severe punishments for those who violate it, and hold fast to the penal codes.

Well, not you personally. It’s too late for us. We’re stuck with the Beautiful Swan Butts we brought. But our grandchildren might be able to sit down with a genetic menu and order either the ram butt or the swan butt. And then those ungrateful brats with the perfectly engineered body parts will flicker through the family video albums and yell, “Wow! It looks like Grandma’s smuggling a couple dancing hogs under there! Oops, I think one just slapped the other into a headlock!” It would help if science could develop a time machine. At the moment, all we have is the rearview mirror, and it’s not the kind of help that offers any comfort. I caught sight of myself in a security monitor where the camera was over my shoulder and it startled me. I don’t remember having called in that many reinforcements to fortify the rear guard. But a considerable amount of screen space was filled with the evidence. It took scientists 10 years to pin down that wide-loaded sheep shared a breakdown of a gene called callipyge, which is Greek for – get ready – “beautiful buttocks.” Normally, this gene shuts down fat cells and turns energy into muscle. When it doesn’t work, you get us, supposed Ugly Ducklings who can sit on a stool for hours on end with minimal discomfort – with the grace of a Beautiful Swan.

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WHEN: Wednesday Afternoon WHERE: 869 Stockton St, Ste 6, Jacksonville, FL CONTACT: 904-389-7117 Thinking about bountiful bakeries tends to bring forth happy tummy rumblings and Pavlov-like salivation responses from said sugar-infused fantasy. Well we are ringing the bell (ding, ding, ding) for you to bring that sweet-treat daydream to reality by racing to Riverside where plates of perfectly created, house-made pastries reside at Bakery Moderne.

The Atmosphere The never-ending sidewalk construction on Stockton didn’t waylay my foodie friend and I’s excited adventure to Bakery Moderne. We parked precariously in between some buxom barrels and tip toed over broken pavement pieces, then excitedly entered this caddycornered shop of homemade sweet-eats and beautifully baked breads. Upon entering I immediately forgot about the comical cavalcade across the orange-clad construction as my eyes were immediately averted to a refrigerator case packed with beautiful bites of freshly baked treats. Brightly colored individual fresh fruit tartlets, mini key lime tartlets, petite little petit fours,

tiny little chocolate mousse cups, bite-sized pecan pies, carrot cake, coconut macaroons and Russian tea cakes (to name only a few decadent desserts), all painted this frig’ case in edible artwork that was completely gallery-worthy. The atmosphere had a busy New York vibe with high industrial walls with beautiful exposed brick and wooden tables. And it was apparent with only a few tables that most folks purchased there bakery goods and other delicious noshables on the go. Traveling with our treats was not on the itinerary, and although we were completely distracted by the dessert case, my lunch partner and I decidedly became lunchloiterers and took a seat.

The Artisanal breads here are also made in-house so a supremely fresh sandwich of roast turkey and Brie was ordered. Our supremely friendly server brought out my feast of fabulous French bread with thinly sliced turkey and Brie slathered delicately with a delicious herb mayo, topped with tomato and crisp field greens. With the lunch special I had a cup of the homemade broccoli and cheese soup to slurp. This creamy creation was hearty and full of chunky broccoli pieces. My Best Food Friend (BFF) ordered the spinach quiche lunch special with a side of fresh greens and cheesy potato cakes. The crust on the quiche was uber-buttery and flakey which was the perfect complement to the already light-n-eggy, spinachinfused filling. My BFF struggled to get her lunch back after I sampled her dish. The quiche was that good. And in addition to two spectacular lunches we received a free, freshly baked cookie of our choice. All of that food for $7.00 each? Ooooh be still my beating heart – the wallet has room for more dessert! Complimenting the difficult decision of additional dessert was a perfectly pressed French coffee for me. Deep, dark and delicious this copious caffeine elixir

amplified the taste of a beautifully frocked fresh fruit tart. The buttery crust and light custard base cradled kiwi, blue and blackberries and a smidge of strawberry. The carefully encrusted key lime tartlet was also a beautifully constructed mini bite of bliss. Conclusively, this cavern of confectionary creation and house baked bread is definitely a must stop for those with even the most persnickety palates. But take note: bring a decision maker to Bakery Moderne because with so many phenomenally chewable choices someone will have to make executive judgments on which sumptuous treats to taste. Otherwise you may walk away with Bakery Moderne’s entire inventory.

BUZZ WORTHY Bakery Moderne’s plethora of pastries and deliciously divine desserts are baked fresh daily in-house. And the Artisanal Breads are made entirely from scratch using only the highest quality ingredients – no preservatives and no dough conditioners! Additionally, all soups are homemade with fresh ingredients as well. Note that Nathalie also creates her mouth-melting cakes into creative monolithic structures for those who are taking their vows. Just call the shop to share the details on what you envision, and Nathalie will draw up some bite-able blue prints for your customized cakery creation. Here are the weekly Events and specials: Tue – Sat: Buy any 12 of a single selection and get the 13th item FREE

or ham & cheese $4.25 Tue – Sat: Pastry Sampler for two - Large French press coffee and choice of three pastries $8.50 Tue - Sat: Light Lunch Combo Specials with FREE cookie of choice starting at 11am Lunch specials are posted daily on Facebook www.facebook. com/pages/BakeryModerne/228718410831?ref=ts and do change daily, but here are some lunch examples: Tue: 1/2 & 1/2 Turkey and Brie sandwich with homemade split pea & ham soup $7 Wed: 1/2 & 1/2 Cuban sandwich and homemade spicy black bean soup $7 Thu: 1/2 & 1/2 Roast beef & cheddar sandwich with creamy tomato bisque $7 Fri: 1/2 & 1/2 Tuna fish salad, Club sandwich and butternut squash soup $7 Sat: 1/2 & 1/2 Roast beef and Brie or chicken salad sandwich, with lentil and ham soup $7

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Roast turkey and Brie sandwich with homemade broccoli and cheese soup $7 with Free Russian Tea Cookie, House-made Spinach Quiche Lunch with greens $6.50 with Free oatmeal raisin cookie, French press coffee for only $2.50, water $0, fruit tartlet $1.75, Key Lime Tartlet $1.75

Tue – Sat: French Press Coffee and Croissant with jam & butter

Stone Soup Art Festival

Last April, when Ken Stutes, owner of Avondale Artworks, first discussed creating a new fine arts festival in Jacksonville, there were lots of people interested, but few people willing to invest the resources necessary to produce such an event. But much like the old story of Stone Soup, an old folk story in which hungry strangers persuade local people of a town to give them food, local businesses recognized the value of the event, and provided support according to their means to help make the event possible. As such, the Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival developed into a community event with broad-based support.

The festival will take place April 9th and 10th in Boone Park, near the Shoppes of Historic Avondale, from 10a.m. until 4 p.m. each day, and expects more than 125 artists from Jacksonville and North America. The variety of artwork includes paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fine jewelry, graphic art, fiber art, and metal work.

With a focus on fine art, the food for this event had to be a cut above the normal festival fare, so the restaurants of the Shoppes of Historic Avondale were recruited. Biscotti’s, Blue Fish, the Brick, Let Them Eat Cake, Florida Creamery, ‘town, and Avondale The Avondale Merchant’s Association of the Shoppes of Historic newcomer, Mojo’s, all agreed to set-up their operations in the park Avondale agreed to be the organizing sponsor, and the proximity of for the festival weekend. Of course, if you prefer to dine indoors, Boone Park to the Shoppes of Avondale, made the park the logical each of these restaurants will be open during the festival. venue for the festival. The festival received the endorsement and logistical support of Riverside Avondale Preservation, an important Entertainment for the event was coordinated by Darren Ronin endorsement since RAP had previously produced the Riverside of Ronin School of Music, and consists of local musicians, with Arts Festival, and now produces the Riverside Arts Market. music befitting a fine arts festival. Performances begin at 10 a.m. each day, and conclude at 4p.m. The list of participating businesses and individuals continued to grow, and now includes more than a dozen organizations, The event is free, and promises to be one of north Florida’s finest including St Vincent’s Healthcare which pledged long-term art festivals. financial support for the event.

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Darius Rucker

to Perform May 11 at THE PLAYERS Championship

Military Appreciation Day

Darius Rucker, who first came to prominence as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the pop group Hootie & The Blowfish, will perform on Wednesday, May 11, during Military Appreciation Day at THE PLAYERS Championship. The annual event honors area military with a special ceremony starting at 5:30 p.m. on TPC Sawgrass Lawn that will include pageantry by military personnel, the National Anthem performed by the 82nd Airborne All-American Chorus from Ft. Bragg (N.C.) and a flyover, as well as remarks from PGA TOUR Commissioner Tim Finchem and a PGA TOUR player (TBD). Rucker will close the program with a special musical performance dedicated to the military and their families. As is the case for the entire tournament week, all active duty, Reserve and retired military personnel and their dependents are admitted free for Military Appreciation Day, as are children under the age of 18 with a ticketed adult. For the general public, Wednesday Practice Round tickets are only $20 for the entire day and include admittance to the celebration with Rucker. Rucker recently released Together, Anything’s Possible, a song he wrote specifically to support the PGA TOUR’s charitable initiative by the same name. Through a unique partnership between the PGA TOUR, Capitol Records Nashville, McGhee Entertainment and iTunes, all net proceeds of the song downloads for one year are being donated to PGA TOUR Charities, Inc. In turn, 100 percent of these funds will be used to directly support various PGA TOUR charities, including The First Tee, a World Golf Foundation initiative dedicated to impacting the lives of young people through the game of golf. “I feel so fortunate to have partnered with the PGA TOUR, an organization that combines a sport I’m very passionate about with an unbelievable commitment to giving back,” said Rucker. “The Together, Anything’s Possible song has been a labor of love and something that all of us involved with it are very proud of. And now I’m even more proud to have the chance to perform it – and a few other favorites – at the TOUR’s premier event and in honor of the brave men and women of the U.S. military in appreciation for their incredible service. I’m really looking forward to THE PLAYERS in May.”

Rucker first came to prominence as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the pop group Hootie & The Blowfish, whose 1994 debut, Cracked Rear View, sold more than 16 million copies to become one of the best-selling albums in history. In early 2007, Rucker signed with Capitol Records Nashville and has since been embraced by the country music community with his chart-topping 2008 debut, Learn To Live– an album that produced three consecutive No. 1 singles and a Top 5 single. Rucker’s success in the country music format was recognized at the 43rd Annual CMA Awards when he received the Best New Artist title. He recently celebrated his second #1 album debut for his critically acclaimed sophomore country release, Charleston, SC 1966, which houses his current single, “This,” as well as, his first #1 single from that album with “Come Back Song.” For more information, visit www. dariusrucker.com. What: Darius Rucker performs at THE PLAYERS Championship Military Appreciation Day When: Wednesday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. Where: TPC Sawgrass Lawn Cost: Event is free for active duty, Reserve and retired military personnel and their dependents. Children under the age of 18 are also admitted free. Tickets to the performance are $20 for the general public, which includes a full-day ground pass to the tournament Where to Get Tickets: First Coast Publix Super Markets locations; TPC Sawgrass; online at www.PGATOUR.COM/theplayers or by calling Ticketmaster at (888) 401-8000 Parking: On site parking is free MondayWednesday, but parking passes must be purchased in advance for Thursday through Sunday. Naval Station Mayport will operate a complimentary shuttle bus service from the base to THE PLAYERS on a continuous basis from Wednesday through Sunday. Follow: THE PLAYERS Championship at the new Facebook page - www.facebook.com/THEPLAYERS. THE PLAYERS is scheduled for May 9-15, 2011, at THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. APRIL 2011 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com

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Cleotus

Cleotus Mystery Edition: Does Anyone Go to Hemming Plaza and Where Does That Dang Skyway Go?! In 1960 John Steinbeck set off with his dog Charlie to find the heart of America. In 2010 Eric & Craig set off with Cleotus, their pet rubber chicken, to find the heart of North Florida. Cleotus is determined to mine the depths of art, outdoors, and entertainment in the First Coast, so don’t be a chicken….get off your couch and join him!

Ever since the city moved the Jazz Festival downtown, Cleotus has beheld the hustling vendors and bustling crowds spilling down Laura Street between the Landing and Hemming Plaza and wondered if anyone actually makes the trek to our budding ‘urban core’ outside of festival weekends. This past winter, as Cleo witnessed Hemming Plaza come to life for his Art Walk adventure, he once again waxed curious about the downtown crowd as he puzzled over where that giant sky train framing the back of the plaza actually goes?! Normally Cleo follows the BUZZ to where there’s a party already started, but as the sublime spring weather makes him long for those hectic days of music and munchies, he decided to put on his investigative reporter hat and see if anyone actually answers the city’s siren call luring locals downtown when they’re not springing for free entertainment. As he spreads his wings and flaps straight to Laura Street, Cleotus makes a beeline for Hemming Plaza to answer his most burning question: Where does that mysterious Skyway go?! He’s lived in Jacksonville nearly eight years and yet has never heard a soul mention riding it or allude to one functional use of this mysterious concrete backdrop framing a corner of the city. It is a beautiful spring day as he moves past the lounging crowd filling the brick sidewalks around the sparkling fountain of Hemming Plaza. Rush hour is approaching as Cleo nears Hemming Plaza Station, but there’s not much ‘rush’ to be found. After a few minutes of searching and a pause for a photo with a questionable loiterer, he locates a change machine and coughs up his fifty cent fare. As he reaches the top of the stairs, he looks at the map and, while only three possible routes on two rails are offered, he can’t quite figure out which track goes where. When a small car rattles up, he boards along with one other person. As the car starts to move, it rocks side to side, teetering as though it could flop over the edge at any moment. No ride at Universal provides such a stirring illusion of danger! After a couple of blocks, the door opens, the single rider exits in the vicinity of FSCJ, the doors close, and the car returns to Hemming Plaza. Next the car departs in the opposite direction to Central Station before returning to Hemming Plaza, FCSJ and back to the Plaza again. We’re going nowhere fast! Three stops. A handful of blocks. A short walk avoided! God knows in the land of sports bars and SUVs we don’t need the exercise. As Cleotus exits the train and again studies the map to see if it can actually get him anywhere, a businessman sees his distress and explains he needs to get off at Central Station to get across the river. So, back at Central Station, Cleo boards another train and, to his bewilderment, gets caught in an eerily similar three-stop loop: Central Station—Jefferson— Convention Center—Jefferson—Central Station. Another six block walk avoided. Departing the train, Cleo studies a sign that warns due to low usage the train over the river will only arrive every 13 minutes, but he never witnesses a car go past Central Station. The view of the water alone would have been worth the quarters, but after forty-five minutes he’s been on two cars covering five stations over less than twenty blocks with no idea how to get across the river or why he’d want to in the first place! Don’t get him wrong, Cleotus is a visionary hipster who has no squabbles with futuristic mass transport, but this beaked bachelor can’t figure out why the cluck the nation’s most sprawled out city owns the nation’s most compact people mover. Having encountered no more than five or six people at a time during rush hour, he shakes his tail feathers in amusement and leaves more confused than when he arrived. Cleotus re-enters the tree-lined brick plaza and immediately spots a hotdog vendor so hurries to test the local delicacies—all beef, of course. As he chats with owners Brad and Myra Valentine, he learns that they’re local celebrities of a sort. Twenty-five years after splitting as high school sweethearts, they reconnected on Facebook. She came out to California to visit and ten days later he sold everything he owned and moved back to Jacksonville.

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Exactly one year after reconnecting, they were married on the Main Street Bridge where their nuptials were featured on local news. As Cleo enjoys a gourmet meal, Brad gives him the scoop on the Plaza and how, throughout the day, local judges, businessmen, cops, lawyers, and councilpersons congregate by the fountain to have a smoke or bite to eat while brokering deals that keep the wheels of commerce and government turning. Cleo inquires about the sorts of people the Valentines encounter since, before departing on this under-feather assignment, everyone warned him that this scenic downtown center would be inhabited solely by the occupationally and architecturally challenged. Brad however paints a different picture. Although our city like any other has many residents down on their luck, he says the plaza BUZZes throughout the day with “people who aren’t put off by the mix of culture.” Brad enjoys life outdoors where he can socialize and be with his new bride. They both fled the corporate grind for this wiener mobile equivalent of “a tiki shack on the beach,” and it’s not your grandma’s hotdog hut either. The Valentine’s have a flat screen TV, WiFi access and accept orders via text. Cleo vows to return with a copy of the magazine and his laptop when he has time to lounge and enjoy a Wi-Fi wiener. As he makes his way back through the plaza, Cleo peeks in on a few chess and dominos matches and chats with a professionals catching their breath by the fountain after a long day. Worn out from his adventures, he stops in the Chamblin’s Uptown Café (attached to the Bookmine) for a coffee. As he pauses to sip his steaming cup of Joe, he chats up a lovely but discretely nameless blond from City Hall. She fills Cleo in on how controversy has surrounded the Skyway for decades and corroborates Valentine’s multicultural portrait of Hemming Plaza. No amount of strutting can get her to pose for a snapshot, however, but the girls behind the counter gladly succumb to his charms. Reemerging into the gorgeous spring afternoon, Cleo makes a run through our impressive main library but decides this is a story in and of itself. A whole afternoon on the square has flown by without time to peruse this modern cultural monument, mine the books of Chamblin’s, make a pass at the Museum of Contemporary Art, wander down to the Landing or hit a local eatery. He packs it in having enjoyed his day but uncertain that he’s fully solved the mystery of downtown by daylight. There are definitely people hanging out, but its potential still far outpaces its patronage. Jacksonville does, though, have a downtown waiting to come to life, so if you get a chance, stop by for a hotdog by the fountain, get yourself cultured at a museum or the library, or grab a cup of coffee while you mine for a bargain. And, if you have a Ph.D. in Engineering or Urban Planning, you can take the Skyway across the water. I’m sure the view is worth the algorithm! Hemming Plaza is Downtown. Yes, we have a Downtown. Check it out! Send comments on or suggestions for Cleotus adventures to: Cleotus@ Iwantabuzz.com And be sure to follow “Travels with Cleotus” on Facebook and TWCleotus on Twitter!

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BREAKFAST JOHNNY ANGELS

3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. | 904-997-9850 www.johnnyangelsdiner.com Step back in time while you enjoy breakfast at this hip retro 50’s diner, jukebox and all! Johnny Angels offers a variety of breakfast favorites from pancakes to omelettes (most donning fun, 50’s-era names) that are sure to leave you feeling like you’re in heaven. Breakfast starts at 7 a.m. daily.

LUNCH TIJUANA FLATS

13529 Beach Blvd. | 904-223-0041 www.tijuanaflats.com Enjoy an abundance of Tex-Mex flavor when you walk through the doors at Tijuana Flats. But don’t let the erratic artwork on the walls intimidate you… save that for the full array of sauces at the Hot Bar. Burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos – whatever your little Tex-Mex heart desires Tijuana Flats can give it to you everyday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (9 p.m. on Sundays).

DINNER ZAITOON MEDITERRANEAN GRILL

INTRACOASTAL

13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 40 | 904-221-7066 www.zaitoongrill.com Zaitoon’s extensive menu reflects the rich, regional diversity of the Mediterranean with inspirations coming from Spanish, French, Italian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Zaitoon features a variety of traditional Mediterranean dishes such as Falafel, Moussaka, and Spanakopita. Zaitoon is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. (10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday).

COCKTAILS TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL

13799 Beach Boulevard | 904-223-6999 www.timeoutsportsgrill.com If you’re looking for a good time, good food, and cheap drinks with great people, Time Out is the place for you! Time Out has a full bar, beer pong, and the best drink specials in town. Stop in for a beer and watch your favorite game on one of Time Out’s 20 wide-screen HD TVs.

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CUPCAKE GIRLS

13546-2 Beach Blvd | 904-992-4979 www.cupcakegirlsdessertcompany.com If you’re in the mood for something sweet, Cupcake Girls Dessert Company should do the trick. With a cupcake roster consisting of 24 unique “girls,” ice cream, custom made cakes, cookies, muffins, and more, Cupcake Girls distinctive, mouth-watering treats are sure to satisfy.

LIVE MUSIC BREWSTERS PIT & PUB 14003 Beach Blvd | 904-223-9850 www.brewsterspubandpit.com Brewster's Pit and Pub is a 2-club premier live music venue showcasing a spectrum of national, regional, as well as, inspiring local artists. Complete with state of the art sound and lighting equipment, VIP seating area, and full liquor bars, a night at Brewster’s will be a night to remember.

MUST SEE SPOT MARKER 32

14594 Beach Blvd. | 904-223-1534 www.marker32.com Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, Marker 32 is among Florida’s most highly acclaimed dining experiences. The menu at Marker 32 is as fascinating as the view, with delicacies ranging from local shrimp and fresh fish to succulent beef tenderloin. Whether you’re thinking about dining in or hosting an event, Marker 32 is a must see spot!

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The Art of Shopping By Donn Carr An Ode to Patti Part-Timer! You have met Patti. She works in every single store not only in the U.S. but the world. She works in banks, restaurants, retail stores, amusement parks and drive-up windows at fast food eateries. She is everywhere, and worse - she is multiplying at an alarming rate. You know her. She is the one who completely ignores you when you enter a store. She is the one who never smiles or rarely ever makes eye contact. When she does speak, it is often curt or without interest. You really get it that YOU are an annoyance in her life. How dare you interrupt whatever she was doing! Patti, given her choice, will hide behind the cash wrap perched on a stool or chair (even if she had to bring it from the back office when the boss wasn’t around). I mean God forbid that she should have to stand during the work day! She is the one who is eating her lunch at the counter or talking to her boyfriend or girlfriend on the phone while you are left to wander by yourself through the aisles hoping to find what you came into the shop to purchase. Sitting at the register, Patti will pass her time playing games on her phone, reading a book, or playing a Sudoku game rather than straightening out the stock, changing a display, or even making sure the store is clean. After all, she is only a “Part-Timer”. She will tell you, “This is not my business. This isn’t even a real job!”

Where Did She Come From? Patti wasn’t

born this way, we created her!

She is a bit of an anomaly that evolved over the past decade and now holds a toxic and critical position in our business world. She, along with the universally negative attitudes on life fed by the non-stop media and continued sense of “entitlement”, has almost single-handedly ruined the majority of the businesses that have failed during this last recession. She is a bi-product of businesses being run by accountants instead of leaders. As businesses began reigning in payroll, full-time employees lost jobs. After all, you don’t have to pay benefits to a part-time employee; no vacation, no sick time, no medical. Patti Part-Timer is clearly the budget way to go. Three Part-Timers can replace the workload of a full timer and at less cost … or so it would seem to the bean counters, shortsighted managers, and HR folks who make these decisions. Remember, these decision makers own paychecks and bonuses are tied to the company savings they produce.

What Really Happens Here? Sure Patti fills a void. In the four decades that I worked in retail there always was a need for part-time employees. There always will and should be. They are the stop gaps that allow your full-time employees time off. They often work those hours no one else wants.

The problem began when we started cutting back on senior managers whose salaries were considered too high and replaced them with junior managers whose experience in life simply wasn’t/isn’t there. The hope is that these rookies will make it and the company gets to save 30% to 50% in salaries and benefits. It is an age old game. Lost forever is the wisdom and the experience of the seasoned managers. They knew how to grow a business, how to develop a team, how to develop loyalty among the workers, how to get every single employee to WANT to come to work, and, as importantly, to want to contribute to the company! When that happens, everyone realizes that without the company, there is no job. Then natural motivation kicks in - self survival and knowing that each employee is contributing to their own tenure. This counters the fear motivation that is so prevalent today.

eyes and really see what is happening, it is a waste of everyone’s time. They would save money and emotional wreckage if they simply began shutting their doors now. It WILL occur eventually. That attitude never sustains and leaves a wake of destruction in its path.

Patti is Replaceable Patti can be replaced and everyone knows it. But when it comes time to interview for new employees, the questions asked of Patti are not designed to determine her skill level or even if she likes people. Background checks are a thing of the past as the laws prohibit saying anything bad about former employees. So we have created a society where the bad, the lazy, and those with poor attitudes continue to be hired. HR has become complacent; they know their hands are tied. Sometimes the interview comes down to checking if they have a pulse and little more. Even asking if they have an arrest record is forbidden. Imagine that folks! With monies tight with most companies, training is down to a minimum, more often than not it is limited to on-the-job training where Patti is trained by another Patti. It’s the classic case of filling a job opening that was vacated by someone who didn’t care with another someone who doesn’t care who is being TRAINED by someone who doesn’t care. This has become a dangerous circle that is spinning out of control and get this - it is NOT limited to the U.S. workplace, although, it is more prevalent here. I have seen this circle all up and down the Latin American countries, the Caribbean, South American, and Mexico. But if you stop and think about it that makes perfect sense considering the American Business Model has long been looked upon globally as the one to emulate. Scary, huh? Sort of like the blind leading the blind! Where are the leaders and visionaries of tomorrow? They are being blunted at every turn. After all, the herd mentality of man doesn’t like the one who goes out on their own. They will brand him/her a loser quickly.

Lessons Learned This cycle can and must be stopped if we are to survive. All it takes is one sober business person to look honestly at what is happening in his/her business and ask, “Am I delivering to my customers what I intended when I first opened my doors? Are my customers thrilled with me and my service or am I slowly losing my customer share to the new kids on the block?” Chances are if customers are being lost to the new kid, the new kid is doing what they themselves did when they first opened their doors some years ago. It never is too late. As companies we simply have developed bad business habits and become lazy. I don’t mean lazy in a bad way either. We are all human. We WILL over time become blind to what is in front of our noses. That’s where companies such as mine come in, to help you take the blinders off; to make you take that cold shower and really look at truth; to begin to understand that the phrase “Patti Part-Timer” no longer has to have a bad connotation. Owners- Take a hard look at your business. You may be surprised at what you find. Consumers- If the customer service is bad do two things: 1. Immediately, right then and there, tell the owner, not just the floor manager. They deserve to know that YOU HAVE A CHOICE where to spend your money and you refuse to be treated badly any longer. 2. Based upon the sincerity of the owner’s response you either refuse to return and tell everyone you know about your experience. Use Facebook, Twitter, whatever. Bad service and bad attitudes must be flushed out.

I am amazed and shocked when I interview companies that want to hire my firm to help them with company morale and productivity and hear from the mouths of their senior HR representatives who say, “Don’t they (the employees) know they should feel lucky they have a job?”

If the response is genuine, and mistakes do happen, give them a second chance. If it was good, shout it out to everyone as well. If it remains bad - well, I think you know now what you should do.

I want to puke at the absolute and pure arrogance of these companies.

Happy shopping and be smart, remember who is in control of your wallet.

These businesses deserve the slow demise caused by their actions. I refuse to take them on as clients. When I hear comments like that I realize the poison runs up to the top levels of the company and unless the owners are willing to open their

*If you have any customer service stories you would like to share or for us to investigate, please send them to: Carrmg@comcast. net. We will respond.

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Harmonious Monks: 10550 Old St.

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175 Blanding Blvd. Ste 4 | 272-7799

American Pool Players Association:

10405 Old St. Augustine Rd. 880-5112 poolplayers.com

Anastasia Billiards: 1957 A1A S. | 461-9224

Bar B Billiards:

1046 Casset Ave. 695-2527

BLANDING BILLIARDS: 2044 BLANDING BLVD. | 388-6180

8136 Atlantic Blvd.721-5757 | 57heavenjax.com 22 S. 3rd St. | 261-3300 | friskymermaid.com Augustine Rd. | 880-3040

Lynch’s Irish Pub: 514 N. 1st St. 2495181 | lynchsirishpub.com

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Specialty drink: Mango Madness

MVP’s: 12777 Atlantic Blvd. 221-1090

My favorite band: Dave Matthews

Opie’s Wings, Oysters & More:

My favorite restaurant in town: The Fish Company- especially their oysters.

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Corner Pocket:

2141 Loch Ran Blvd. | 272-7829

1st Coast Billiards:

9551 Baymeadows Rd. 737-6300

Perfect Rack Billiards:

8970 103rd St. Ste. 14 771-4199

Rack Em Up Billiards:

333 N. 1st St. | 249-3338

Riggsy’s Billiards:

2035 Rogero Rd. | 744-3120

STIX Billiards:

3115 Beach Blvd. | 396-3396

Thanh & Toang Billiards:

7001 Merrill Rd. | 762-9099

University Billiard Club:

1413 S. Orange Ave. | 529-1976

Q-Ball:

4409 Roosevelt Blvd. | 387-3311 tomandbettys.com

14 S. Magnolia Ave. | 284-1992 1226 Beach Blvd. | 270-8902 1186 Edgewood Ave. S. | 738-7645

4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr. | 262-4030 8733 Old Kings Rd. S. | 730-2555 4746 San Jaun Ave.| 389-9305 629 Cassat Ave. | 381-0006

5845 University Blvd. | 733-0779 10150-1 Beach Blvd. | 997-8222 qballjacksonville.com

Karaoke 616:

616 Park St. | 358-6969 616

AJ’s Bar and Grill:

10244 Atlantic Blvd. | 805-9060 | ajsbarjax.com

APPLEBEE'S:

4507 Town Center Parkway |645-3590 Applebees.Com

ARIELLE’S: 7707 Arlington Expwy. | 7214271 Ariellesjax.Com

Bogey Grille:

150 Valley Cir. | 285-5524

Bourbon Street:

1770 St .Johns Bluff Rd. S. | 641-8777

Brewster's Pub:

14003 Beach Blvd. 223-9850 | brewsterspubandpit.com

THE SMOKIN BEAVER:

5863 Arlington Rd. | 744-5132

Cheers Bar & Grille:

11475 San Jose Blvd. | 262-4337

Cliff’s:

3033 Monument Rd. | 645-5162 cliffsbar.com

Culhane’s Irish Pub: 967 Atlantic Blvd. | 249-9595 culhanesirishpub.com

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Reefers:

Rusty’s Pub:

The Atlantic:

Side Street Bar & Grill: St. Nick’s Lounge:

Favorite Mixed Drink: Mango Gatorade My favorite drinking toast: Salute!

Most memorable bar story: I waited on Derek Jeter at Legal Seafoods in Boston. Most people would not know that: I am a professional woodworker. I studied at the New England Institute of Technology. If I was not working as a bartender I would: I am at the beach or watching movies.

Savannah’s Sport’s Bar & Grill: Tailgators Sports Bar: Tom & Betty’s:

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Nas Lanes Naval Air Station: 609 Gillis St. | 542-3493

Beach Bowl:

818 Beach Blvd. 249-9849

My Place BARTENDER Amy Carlton

Bowl America-Southside:

My hobbies: Hanging out with friends and eating out

361 Blanding Blvd | 272-6400

Bowl America Orange Park:

My favorite band: It’s a mood thing- but the Rolling Stones

Bowl America Mandarin:

My favorite restaurant in town: B. B’s

Nassau Bowling Center

Most memorable bar story: I saw a fight end at my job in Maine where the bouncer had to slam a guy’s head into the bar and throw him out.

11141 Beach Blvd. | 642-0460, bowl-america.com

10333 San Jose Blvd.| 268-1511 bowlingparty.com

850822 US Highway 17, Yulee | 225-1077

Fast Lanes:

Mayport Naval Station Bldg. #244 | 270-5377

Jax Lanes West Inc.:

If I was not working as a bartender: I would be an Art Therapist- I love the kids.

6526 Ramona Blvd. | 781-4422 jaxlaneswest.com

Most people would not know that: I am an open book!

JAX Lanes Grove Park:

My favorite drink: Salted Margaritas

LATITUDE 30:

My favorite mixed drink to make: Raspberry Cosmos

8720 Beach Blvd. | 641-3133

10370 Phillips Hwy. | 365-5555 | Latthirty.Com

PHOENIX LANES:

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