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COMMUNITY Feb. 10

QUARTERLY CLEAN-UP ON BIG TALBOT ISLAND

Hecksher Dr./A1A between Houston Ave. and the Nassau Sound Bridge NorthFloridaLandTrust.org

North Florida Land Trust gathers a group of volunteers to clean-up a stretch of road on Big Talbot Island. The land conservation organization adopted the three-mile segment of road along Heckscher Dr./A1A between Houston Ave. and the Nassau Sound Bridge through the Florida Department of Transportation’s Adopt-A-Highway Litter Removal Program.

Community Picks Feb. 10-28

THE HEARTS OF FEMARTISTS

The Art Center Cooperative Downtown TACJacksonville.org

This show will explore the HEarts of women. FemArt asks women artists how they express passions and desires in the month of February. Will their work consist of images of chocolates and roses? Or will we see wider aspects of their souls? Women artists draw, paint, photograph and create the images of their passions, self portraits and images that explore myriad of subject matters that touch and speak of the hearts of women artists. Each woman has a distinct and vital voice in our society and they are looking forward to supporting those voices.

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MUKTI 2018: RETHREADED’S 7TH ANNUAL FREEDOM GALA

3RD ANNUAL #DTJAX GALA: VINTAGE CIRCUS

The Glass Factory Rethreaded.com

Former Aetna Building DowntownJacksonville.org

Step right up for a night of dinner, drinks and dancing to celebrate Downtown Jacksonville with our 2018 #DTJax Award winners and to benefit the new Lively and Beautiful Sidewalks (LABS) Fund. The night will include a dinner buffet, open bar, tin can photo lounge, silent auction and complimentary parking.

Mukti, which means freedom in Bengali, is Rethreaded’s primary fundraising event of the year, where 500 leaders from the Jacksonville community come together to enjoy an evening of hope through poetry, stories, shopping, dining and dancing. Rethreaded is the place to renew hope, reignite dreams and release potential for survivors of human trafficking, and we need you to further our mission.

COMMUNITY FOCUS A closer look at our local nonprofit community Cathedral Arts Project Celebrates 25 Years of Arts Education This year, the Cathedral Arts Project celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since 1993, CAP has provided quality arts education – including dance, music, theatre and the visual arts – to more than 27,000 K-8 students in Duval County.

President & CEO, a decision that Gail Weltsek was thrilled about. “Kimberly was the right person at the right time,” said Weltsek. “She’s incredible, and I’m so proud of how everything has turned out.”

With Kimberly Hyatt at the helm, CAP has grown not only in size, but also in scope. Multidisciplinary programs are now offered at more than 20 schools and community centers each year, professional development sessions are offered to Founded by Gail Weltsek and a small group of parishioners at St. John’s local artists and educators, and CAP has become a voice for the importance of Episcopal Cathedral, CAP began with one dance class for 10 students at a arts education. nearby transitional housing facility. The program was launched to provide an “Over the years we have expanded our services to include partnering with opportunity for meaningful arts education to children who otherwise would others to help them provide arts education, as well as advocating for Duval not have access to the arts. County Public Schools to provide more arts education,” said Hyatt. CAP has “It just started out as an idea,” said Weltsek, whose son was an aspiring actor at the time, and is now a professor of art education. “It was his idea to do something for the children. It just happened one morning sitting at the breakfast table saying, ‘Wouldn’t this be great?’”

received recognition as a leader in arts education at the local, regional and national levels – including funding from the National Endowment for the Arts to support a visual arts program for incarcerated youth.

How will CAP celebrate this milestone? The highlight of the year will be the 14th annual Spring for the Arts, the signature fundraising event for the organization that has generated nearly $5 million for arts education programs And so, CAP was born. The original dance class was taught at the cathedral, since its inception. The event will take place Friday, April 27, at the River Club, until an elementary school principal asked if a similar program could be offered and will feature performances by current CAP students as well as alumni. In to the students at her school. “We went into the schools because it made sense to addition, CAP is launching a summer camp which will feature multidisciplinary arts classes for 6- to 11-year-old students. go where the children were,” said Weltsek. “And it just grew!” It was immediately apparent that there was an incredible need for a program like CAP in many schools. The small group of parishioners grew to eight volunteer board members who worked with every school that was willing to participate. Within three years, CAP had partnered with 15 elementary schools, providing free dance classes. By 1999, programming had expanded to include the visual arts and violin. Following such rapid growth, CAP decided to incorporate and was designated as a 501(c)(3) charity in 2000. Shortly afterward, Kimberly Hyatt was hired as 6

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“What started as the dream of a small group of parishioners has become a nationally recognized organization,” said Hyatt. “We look forward to seeing the impact of arts education on our students for generations to come. The story of CAP is the story of a community that understands how quality arts learning can change young lives.” Visit CAPKids.org for more info

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THE MOST INTERESTING PERSON I’VE INTERVIEWED THIS MONTH Families and businesses are still rebuilding here on the First Coast, months after the historic flooding left behind by Hurricane Irma. The storm hit this area four months ago and although the eye of the hurricane skirted west of Jacksonville, in the aftermath the city saw massive flooding. Many families with homes along the St. Johns River or some of its tributaries lost everything. Some people got a double whammy—the storm surge from Irma slammed into not only their homes, but also their businesses. One of those people is local attorney Charlie Jimerson of the Jimerson and Cobb firm. Jimerson’s Ortega house was a total loss after the storm.

Disney’s The Lion King Feb. 1-11 • Times-Union Center

Disney’s The Lion King: Feb. 1-11, Times-Union Center, FSCJArtistSeries.org Tapas Tuesday: Feb. 6, 13, 20, & 27, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Front Porch February: Feb. 7, The Landing, JacksonvilleLanding.com

“My home, car and 90 percent of my personal possessions were lost,” Jimerson said. “My house had to be bulldozed.” He’s rebuilding nearby, though, still committed to living near his beloved St. Johns River.

Downtown Jax Art Walk: Feb. 7, Downtown Jax, VisitJax.com

His firm, based in the downtown Wells Fargo tower, was also put into limbo for weeks because the floodwaters that poured into downtown Jacksonville closed the building after the basement parking garage filled with water.

Adamec Bike Night: Feb. 8, The Landing, JacksonvilleLanding.com

Yet, four months after that crisis, Jimerson is like so many others in this community—moving forward with a positive attitude.

“My attorneys argued cases and worked remotely after the storm,” he said. “My family moved into a rental in Riverside when we lost our house. We’ve been enjoying the experience of city life, as it happens. We made the most of it. It was amazing how many people reached out to help, too. And, I’d like to stress, that I’m a person with the resources to deal with this kind of calamity. For so many families, this type of disaster can be so overwhelming, that it can be nearly impossible to just bounce back.” Months after the storm, families still need help in the wake of Irma’s devastating flooding. If you’d like to help, donate to Florida’s First Coast Relief Fund at UnitedWayNEFL.org/relieffund.

Russia’s Foreign Policy - Great Decisions 2018: Feb. 8, Southeast Regional Library, JaxPublicLibrary.org

Jacksonville Symphony: Beethoven’s “pastoral” - Coffee Concert: Feb. 9, Moran Theatre, JaxEvents.com Night to Shine: Feb. 9, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, NightToShine.com Jax Beach Art Walk: Feb. 13, Seawalk Pavillion, BetterJaxBeach.com British Invasion: An English Dinner Party: Feb. 15, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Dancing With The Stars: Feb. 17, Moran Theatre, JaxEvents.com Family, Fitness, Health and Beauty Expo: Feb. 17, The Landing, JacksonvilleLanding.com The Langston Hughes Project: Feb. 20, Ritz Theatre & Museum, RitzJacksonville.com Raiders of the Lost Ark: Feb. 16, Jacoby Hall, JaxEvents.com Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Feb 20, Moran Theatre, FSCJArtistSeries.org Classic Car Cruise: Feb. 21, Seawalk Pavillion, BetterJaxBeach.com Cummer Amelia and Cummer Beaches Spring Lunch, Lecture and Tour: In The Garden: Feb. 22, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org China and America - Great Decisions 2018: Feb. 22, Southeast Regional Library, JaxPublicLibrary.org Monster Jam: Feb. 24, Everbank Field, JaxEvents.com National Dance Week: Feb. 25-26, The Landing, JacksonvilleLanding.com River Flooding, Now and Future: Feb. 26, MOSH Museum, TheMosh.com The Mountaintop: Feb. 27, Ritz Theatre & Museum, JaxEvents.com

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THE ARTS

FEATURED ARTS Feb.16 - Mar.4 THE WALLS

The 5 & Dime The5AndDime.org

A scholarly young woman confronts her mother’s mental illness and tragic death, and the possible consequences of her own complicated inheritance in this time-bending play about the elusive nature of madness. THE WALLS takes a look at the effects of mental illness and the various forms of separation it so often brings a group of women and their families in three different time periods.

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Feb. 15 & 16

9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL

UNF Andrew A. Robinson Theater Facebook.com/UNFMTC

Come out to see UNF’s first ever musical! “9 to 5: The Musical” is a musical based on the 1980 movie of the same name, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the show. Tickets are free, however donations will be accepted at the door. Seating will be first come first serve. There are 700 seats; 10 wheelchair accessible seats per show.

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Feb. 24

LANTERN MAKING WITH ED MALESKY

Annex Gallery TACJacksonville.org

Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious sci-fi smash about a man-eating plant. Seymour, a meek floral assistant, discovers a talking and singing plant he names “Audrey II,” after his coworker crush. This sassy, R&B-singing plant promises unending fame and fortune, as long as Seymour keeps feeding it its special diet. Over time, though, he discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and secret plans for our planet!

The first Jacksonville Lantern Parade debuts on April 7. The Art Center will be hosting a series of Lantern Making Workshops in February and March to get you ready to participate. Workshops will include adding decorations to customize a commercial lantern, while others will be crafting a lantern from scratch. Workshops are suitable for adults or children accompanied by an adult. Cost is $25 and you will leave with a parade ready lantern. More details can be found at JacksonvilleLanternParade.com.

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The World’s #1 Tribute to the Bee Gees! “Stayin’ Alive: One Night of The Bee Gees” offers their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever”, “Jive Talkin’”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, “You Should Be Dancing”, “Nights on Broadway”, and “Stayin’ Alive”. In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started a Joke”, “Massachusetts”, “Fanny Be Tender”, “Words”, and “To Love Somebody” among other great hits. Stayin’ Alive is the largest and most definitive production of its kind, offering big screen video clips, photos and dazzling imagery. Stayin’ Alive has played intimate settings as a six-piece band and huge venues with a 62-piece orchestra. Stayin’ Alive is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, capturing the excitement of live performance and the tender subtleties of the human voice.

There truly is no place like home as the greatest family musical of all time, the wonderful Wizard of Oz, twists its way into Orange Park! The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road and beyond with Dorothy, Toto and their friends, the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow in this lavish production, featuring breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs. A spectacular celebration of the iconic 1939 MGM film, The Wizard of Oz will blow you away from the moment the tornado touches down and transports you to a dazzling Oz, complete with munchkins and flying monkeys. Don’t miss the chance to travel Over the Rainbow and experience this national treasure on stage. Wizard of Oz Photo by Peter Coombs

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ARTS UNLEASHED

The Olde South Photography Series - Rick McAllister Feb. 1-22 • Rotunda Gallery at the St. Johns County Administration Building • StJohnsCulture.com

“A photo journey along the back roads of the South” -by photographer/journalist Rick McAllister

While change has certainly become a part of our everyday lives, with it comes the disappearance of pieces of our past. The landscape has changed and the heritage of those who worked the land and who created our traditions is now only visible on our back roads. These were times of hard work, times of family strength, and times when stories were told on the porch at the end of the day. They were often dreams set into motion and then dashed by storms of Mother Nature and by storms of mankind. Once gone, they do not return in their original form, and the stories told inside their walls fade with every new generation. As Ansel Adams did for the National Parks of the West and as Clyde Butcher has done for the Everglades, Rick McAllister has tried to photograph and conserve structures that represent a part of our past here in the south. They are all black and white images that hopefully give these elders a little dignity as they fade from our landscapes. There are currently over 400 images in the series and they include Cracker cabins and barns, textile and sugar mills, plantations and estate ruins, churches and cemeteries, and forts and fortifications.

In addition to being a part of the permanent collection in the Georgia Nick Gallery here in St. Augustine and the HUB on Canal Gallery in New Smyrna Beach, they have been exhibited throughout the south and are a part of private and corporate collections throughout the United States. It is an honor to be able to exhibit The Olde South Series as a part of St. Johns County’s “Art in Public Spaces” program.

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The Olde South Photography SeriesRick McAllister: Feb. 1-22, Rotunda Gallery, StJohnsCulture.com Anthem Lakes Art Show: Feb. 1-27, Anthem Lakes, TACJacksonville.org Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Museums on Us: Feb. 4, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Civic Cinema - Do the Right Thing: Feb. 6, Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com History of Western Gardens: The Baoque Garden: Feb. 6, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Florida Blue Free Tuesday: Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Art Fusion At Downtown Art Walk: Feb. 7, Moca Jacksonville, MocaJacksonville.unf.edu Cummer Beaches Lecture Series: Women Artists of the 20th Century: Feb. 8, Beaches Museum & History Park Chapel, CummerMuseum.org Cummer Beaches Gala: Love and Romance: Feb. 11, TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse, CummerMuseum.org 10

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Talks & Tea: ‘In the Garden’: Feb. 14, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Art Adventures: The Lost Bird Project: Feb. 17, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Call & Response: Featured Exhibition: Feb. 1- Apr. 1, Moca Jacksonville, MocaJacksonville.unf.edu History of Western Art: Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism: Feb. 20, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org The Space Between Illusion and Reality: An Evening with Contemporary Artist Sharon Core: Feb. 22, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Cummer Amelia An Afternoon of Art: Women Artists of the 18th Century: Feb. 26, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Madama Butterfly The Opera: Feb. 16, Times-Union Center, FSCJArtistSeries.org

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3rd Annual Fundraiser: Feb. 17, Friday Musicale, FridayMusicale.com Dancing with the Stars Live! Light Up the Night: Feb. 17, Times-Union Center, FSCJArtistSeries.org Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Feb. 20, Times-Union Center, FSCJArtistSeries.org

C.S Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert: Feb. 24, The Florida Theatre, The Walls by Lisa Dillman: Feb. 16, The 5 and FloridaTheatre.com Dime Theatre Company, The5AndDime.org Art Fundamentals: Acrylic Painting: Daniel O’Donnell: Back Home Again Tour: Wednesdays, Feb. 28 through April 4, The Feb. 17, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org

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MONSTER JAM

PLANETARIUM NIGHT LIVE PRESENTS - MATCHES MADE IN THE HEAVENS

Everbank Field JaxEvents.com

Museum of Science and History TheMosh.org

Monster Jam 2018 will feature 14 trucks and drivers vying to be the Jacksonville champion, including: Grave Digger, Hot Wheels, El Toro Loco plus the return of the military theme inspired truck – Soldier Fortune (trucks/drivers subject to change).

Look deeper into the relationships between space couples. Planetarium Night Live is a new program that will allow you to expand your mind and go on an exploration of cosmic phenomena during immersive, live discussions and demonstrations.

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JAX BOOK FEST 2018

3RD ANNUAL FAMILY FOODIE FARE

Downtown Jacksonville Public Library JaxPublicLibrary.org

Engine 15 Brewing Downtown 904tix.com/events/familyfoodiefare

Jacksonville Moms Blog is thrilled to bring you their 3rd annual Family Foodie Fare on Sunday, February 25 at Engine 15 Brewing Downtown Tap Room & Biergarten! They will have some of the top restaurants in Jacksonville competing Top Chef-style for the best adult and kid food pairing. Come enjoy a family day out, sample some of the best food and drink Jax has to offer, snap some silly family pics in the Tin Can Photo Lounge, participate in fun family activities and more!

The Jacksonville Public Library is thrilled to host the second annual Jax Book Fest on Saturday, March 3, 2018, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. With more than 3,000 people in attendance last year, you definitely don’t want to miss this literary event. Meet and mingle with local and best-selling authors, purchase books, attend workshops and talks on your favorite genres and more!

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February is for Pink and for Fun! WJCT is excited to announce the arrival of PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC, a new animated series encouraging children to explore the arts and spark creativity. Designed for children ages 3-5, PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC follows the adventures of Pinkalicious and her brother Peter. Pinkalicious imagines creative possibilities everywhere she looks. She is an artist at heart—and, like most creative people, she sees the world differently from others. She knows what she likes, and she’s not afraid to express herself—though she sometimes needs help from Peter and her neighborhood friends. Tune in on WJCT-TV 7.1 on February 19 at 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Pinkalicious – The new PBS Kids series, Pinkalicious, premieres on WJCT-TV 7.1 on Monday, February 19 at 9:00am.

Download the new PBS KIDS Play & Learn Science App for FREE! Play with shadows, control the weather, roll and slide objects down a ramp, choose the best materials for an umbrella – all while building science inquiry skills and learning core science concepts. The games in the Play & Learn Science app encourage kids to see the science in their world and are intentionally designed to serve as catalysts for real-world exploration by modeling real-world locations and experiences. The related hands-on activities and parent notes prompt families to “try it” at home and provide tips for engaging in conversations. For this and more PBS KIDS apps, visit pbskids.org/apps. Save the Date for WJCT’s 2nd annual Be My Neighbor Day on Saturday, May 5! Join Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat with their friends Arthur, Jet Propulsion, Curious George and the Man in the Yellow Hat, and the Cat in the Hat to celebrate WJCT’s annual Be My Neighbor Day and start something good in your neighborhood! RSVP for the fun at wjct.org/events. Get your tickets for Wild Kratts Live! on Sunday, March 4. Join Marin and Chris Kratt in this all-new theatrical show based on the #1 animated PBS Kids television series. For tickets and information visit, the Florida Theatre’s website at FloridaTheatre.com.

KIDS EVENTS

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Parent and Me “On the Move” at JCA: Every Thursday of February, Jewish Community Alliance, JcAJax.org Home Depot Kids Workshop: Valentine Bean Bag Toss: Feb. 3, Your Local Home Depot, Workshops.HomeDepot.com Art for Two: Animal Hunt!: Feb. 10, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Family Movie Night: Moana: Feb. 10, Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, JaxEvents.com First Coast Fairytales Valentines Day Princess Visits from Belle and Aurora!: Feb. 10, 11, Traveling Company, FCFairytales.com

FRIENDS WITH AUTISM 5K AND COMMUNITY WALK Feb. 25 • Northbank Riverwalk

Orange Park Farmers Market: Feb. 18, Orange Park, OrangeParkMarket.com

Little Learners: Feb. 14, Museum of Science and History, TheMosh.org

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Feb. 20, The Moran Theatre, FSCJArtistSeries.org

Art for Tots: In the Forest: Feb. 15 & 17, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org

Monster Jam: Feb. 24, Everbank Field, JaxEvents.com

Planetarium Night Live presents - Matches Made in the Heavens: Feb. 16, Museum of Science and History, TheMosh.org Presidents Day Weekend at World Golf Hall of Fame: Feb. 17, World Golf Hall of Fame, WorldGolfHallOffFame.org The Great Amazing Race: Feb. 17, Patton Park, TheGreatAmazingRace.com Dig Local Network Children’s Garden Workshop: Feb. 17, Beaches Organic Community Garden, BeachesLocalFoodNetwork.org

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss Storytime: Feb. 24, Barnes & Noble Booksellers St Johns Town Center, VisitJacksonville.com The Knowlege Bar Presents The Royal Gala Hosted By Moses West and Ebony Payne: Feb. 24, Ballis Community Center, VisitJacksonville.com 3rd Annual Family Foodie Fare: Feb. 25, Engine 15 Brewing Downtown Tap Room & Biergarten, 904tix.com/events/familyfoodiefare Friends with Autism 5K and Community Walk: Feb. 25, Northbank Riverwalk, FWA5kWalk.ItsYourRace.com FEBRUARY 2018

CUISINE

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When: 8642 Baymeadows Rd. Price: $$ Contact: NoomThaiBistro.com

On a cold, gloomy mid-afternoon I asked Google to find me a Thai Restaurant close to me, and in its infinite wisdom, I was guided to Noom Thai Bistro, and a brilliant choice it was. Located in one of the many strip malls that line Baymeadows Road, it would have been difficult to find had it not been for the ever accurate Google. It was well worth the journey. The delightful owners, Hank and Dee, gladly shared their story of how they arrived at Noom and all the reasons they took this path. I have my favorites when I eat Thai food and tend to stick to them unless I see something that peaks my interest, I stuck with the usual this time. My first choice, the Tomkha (Coconut Milk Soup) with chicken, my all-time favorite among the Thai soups and 4.5 out of 5 on the heat scale. Although not as creamy as I would have liked, the flavors were so reliable, I could not help but think this is the soup! I was able to identify the lemongrass,

galangal, cilantro and Kaffir Lime leaf. Many restaurants substitute ginger for the galangal, but the difference in flavor is very noticeable. After I devoured all the goodies in the bowl, I shamelessly drank the broth. Trying to keep the heat going I paired the soup with a spicy and smooth Thai Green Curry with Chicken. Once again I was overcome with the balance of flavors, well blended and easily identified with each bite. Both the potatoes and green beans were al dente and stood out proudly in the broth. The addition of several spoons full of fluffy rice pulled the dish together. I managed to finish off with a dessert I have not experienced before; Black Rice Pudding, it was one (OMG) moment. Warm, creamy rice layered with sweet coconut milk and topped with a plump red cherry, this so far surpassed my regular choice Mango and Sticky Rice, the Black Rice dessert was divine. So I must encourage you to make the trip. Hit up Google maps and take the journey. If you are fortunate as I was, perhaps Hank and Dee will share their story.

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Personal Chef

What do you think is the most challenging ingredient to work with? Eggs, for instance, to make the egg tart (chef goes to fetch a tart) to make it smooth and silky, it has to have perfect timing, so if it’s twenty seconds less or more, it bubbles up and breaks, or is runny. Are there any foods you just don’t like? I don’t spend much time thinking about that, but I would say Bitter Melon. What is your favorite kitchen equipment or gadget? The rolling pin used to roll out all the dumplings. What was your most embarrassing cooking moment? There are a lot of awkward moments. One I do remember while making Sesame Balls; the recipe usually, it calls for a right amount of sugar, so instead of putting sugar, I used salt. When I put it in the fryer it exploded. What do you most love about your job? There are many components; I am always learning and improving. I find making the dumplings most rewarding; you get in the flow of going through the steps. It’s like running and getting in the zone.

Guorong Fan

TIMWAH Dim Sum Restaurant 8358 Point Meadows Dr Suite 11 By Anna Eatz Jax

Where did you grow up? I grew up in New York City mainly. My family immigrated to the U.S. when I was nine, so I have been here for about 20 years. What did you want to be when you were growing up? Right before I left China when I was nine and knew I was coming to America, my mom taught me how to cook. I did ask why my older brother was not shown as well, my mother told me “he is not going to cook, you’re not going to cook then none of you guys will eat because I am not going to cook.” So I started cooking.

came to America and went into high school and college I just wanted to work in finance and fashion, and cooking just became something on the side. Then it slowly came back to me after I had done some fashion. Did you have any vivid or memorable food experiences that impacted you as a child or young chef? I was in my grandmother’s kitchen, I remember being seven or eight, and was not tall enough to stand at the sink to wash rice. I have a vivid memory of my mom putting a stepstool on the floor for me.

What is your favorite food memory? When I was about six or seven, I remember going to the bazaar to buy food. My mom gave me $20 dollars, and I went by myself to buy food for the family. I bought vegetables and chicken wings. It’s a great memory.

What inspires you? What is your philosophy when it comes to food and your restaurant? At first, I was unsure of what I wanted to cook, but tried to learn as much as possible cooking in other restaurants. As I looked around, then I thought about Dim Sum, which has lots of components and techniques, plus ways to cook the Dim Sum itself. My turning point was when I returned to New York City and worked at Tim Ho Wan, a Michelin Star Dim Sum restaurant. I had no idea Dim Sum could get to that level, and working with the masters from Hong Kong taught me a lot and gave me so much inspiration.

When did you know you wanted to become a chef? I have always wanted to cook for a living even as a little kid. But I have to add when I

What is Your Favorite ingredient to work with? I would have to say eggs; they are very versatile and easy to cook with.

Is there a food or smell that instantly transports you back to your childhood? That’s a tough question, a lot of food does. I would say Chinese style BBQ Pork because it has a big flavor of five spice. That smell always brings it back.

If you weren’t cooking, what would you do for a living? It’s difficult to say, what I wanted to do in my twenties is different from now in my thirties. But as you ask me now, I see myself cooking for a long time. The person you would most like to cook for? There are a lot of people I would like to cook for, but I would have to say my grandfather. If you had just one wish, what would it be? I hope everyone could enjoy a great meal every night. Especially those people who do not have food, my wish would be everyone would be able to eat a meal each day. Last weekend on earth – what city are you eating in and what is the meal? I would want to be in Penang Malaysia eating street food Roti with veggie curry. Do you have any last thoughts or words? I wish to learn more, to continue on this journey of cooking in general. One of the reasons I wanted to open a restaurant is to connect with people that are in a similar profession, where I can soak up more knowledge.

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GOOD EATZ

GRAB A BITE

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THE BEARDED PIG BBQ

San Marco TheBeardedPigBBQ.com Enjoy great southern-style barbecue at low prices that won’t make you lose your appetite. Wash it down with a cold beer or glass of wine.

Espresso Macchiato

Finding a new restaurant or café is always fun for me. My recent discovery, Bakery Ribault has quickly become my early morning go-to spot. The aroma of freshly baked pastries, blueberry muffins and the flakiest croissants this side of Paris drew me in. In the heart of 5 Points, getting there is easy and well worth your time. Alex, the owner, was in charge my first visit. I found him an excellent host, as he shared info about his business. Baked goods are handcrafted and prepared fresh each morning. Along with the baked items, a variety of panini sandwiches are available, as well as salads and daily specials. An excellent assortment of coffee drinks are available to kick-start your day. I started my order with a robust Espresso Macchiato, which I enjoyed while I waited. I added a bowl of homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup, creamy with strong earthy overtones, chocked full of tender mushroom slices; it was the perfect cold weather choice. I finished up with a Pumpernickel Rubin Panini, generous slices of thin Corned Beef perfectly brined and full flavored, sweet, yet tart Sauerkraut, then dressed with Russian dressing.

FIRST WATCH

5TH ELEMENT

FirstWatch.com

My5thElement.com

Start your day off right with the healthy breakfast options like the Tri-Athlete loaded with egg whites, fresh fruit and granola. Keep the healthy choices going on your way out with a stop at the fresh juice bar.

If you’re craving great Indian food, whether vegetarian or meat lover, 5th Element’s buffet-style dining is just what you’re looking for. Choose from spicy options or a more subtle taste.

MELLOW MUSHROOM

MellowMushroom.com

Cream of Mushroom Soup & Pumpernickel Rubin Panini

Vegetarian, gluten free or full of pepperoni, whatever your preference, Mellow Mushroom has the pizza for you paired with the laid back vibe of this 1970’s-themed restaurant.

My next visit will be to sample the breakfast fare; I understand the grits are to die for, and add one of the croissants just because I can. I encourage you to give this spot a try if you have missed it. You will not regret it.

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BONEFISH GRILL

SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT

BonefishGrill.com

SandollRestaurantJax.com

Join the group of deliciously satisfied customers who have nothing but good things to say about the seafood at Bonefish Grill. The bang bang shrimp is a must have!

People come from all corners of the country to experience Florida’s seafood and beaches. At Sandollar Restaurant, it has it all. Enjoy a delicious seafood or steak meal close to the sand.

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YOUR INTRACOASTAL & BEACHES REAL ESTATE EXPERTS Call Us 904.515.2479 or visit HanleyHomeTeam.com to buy or sell in the Beaches area.

ENTERTAINMENT

PLAYERS BY THE SEA 904-249-0289 PlayersByTheSea.org

Players by the Sea Community Theatre has been committed to serving the First Coast with outstanding art and entertainment. The intention of each production at Players by the Sea is to offer extraordinary creative opportunities for volunteers to contribute their best in an atmosphere of openness, inclusion and cooperation.

BREWERY

GREEN ROOM BREWING

904-201-WAVE GreenRoomBrewing.com

LUNCH

ANGIE’S SUBS

904-249-7827 Facebook.com/AngiesSubs This local landmark is a must eat location in Jacksonville Beach. The local atmosphere is embodied in everything from the eclectic wall decorations to the legendary subs and sweet tea. Angie’s adds a homegrown twist to your everyday sub.

EXERCISE

PURE BARRE

904-504-1150 PureBarre.com/fl-JacksonvilleBeach Pure Barre is a total body workout that utilizes the ballet barre to perform small, isometric movements, which burn fat, sculpt muscles and create long, lean physiques. For 55 minutes, your personal life will melt away as you plunge into this fun workout set to motivating music.

WATERPARK

ADVENTURE LANDING

904-246-4386 AdventureLanding.com

LIVE MUSIC

LYNCH’S IRISH PUB

904-249-5181 LynchsIrishPub.com

Enjoy your favorite tunes with their live bands on stage every night at 10 p.m. And don’t forget to try one of their 50 beers on tap.

The Shipwreck Island Play Village is the centerpiece attraction for kids, young and not so young. Multiple slides, water cannons and waterfalls ensure hours of fun. Cabanas are available for rental for those wanting to just relax. Each cabana has an open area and a shaded area with netting, a table, chairs and two lounge chairs!

Green Room Brewing is Jacksonville Beach’s first microbrewery bringing great locally made beer to the beaches and beyond. The beers brewed interest both the casual drinker and the beer aficionado. They have 16 taps, seven of which are permanent. The other nine rotate and they offer a new beer every Thursday.

DINNER

OCEAN GRILLE

904-701-3765 OceanGrille.net

Ocean Grille allows you to feel like you’re on vacation with their oceanfront view and laidback atmosphere. A margarita or watermelon fusion adds to the vacation mindset. A unique menu item is the Surf n Turf Burger. This burger includes 8 oz. of char-grilled beef topped with grilled shrimp, lettuce, tomato, onion and your choice of cheese on a fresh bun. FEBRUARY 2018

SPORTS & HEALTH

Feb. 9-11

Sports & Health Pick s

Feb. 17

JACKSONVILLE GIANTS VS ORLANDO WAVES

11TH ANNUAL DONNA MARATHON WEEKEND

Veterans Memorial Arena JacksonvilleGiants.com

Various Locations BreastCancerMarathon.com

DONNA Marathon Weekend (5k, 10k, Relay, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultramarathon and Event Challenges) fills the City of Jacksonville and its beaches in Northeast Florida with over 10,000 runners from all 50 states and 20 countries. Participants enjoy a flat, fast Boston-Qualifying marathon course that takes them through four beautiful beach communities with scenic views and an outpouring of crowd support.

Jacksonville Giants have been making history and setting ABA records since 2010. They have won the ABA national championship in back-to-back seasons twice, in 2012 and 2013 and again in 2016 and 2017. So you don’t want to miss this game against the Orlando Waves!

Feb. 18 RUNNING OF THE BULLS 5K

Intuition Ale Works ArcJacksonville.org

Featuring the Jacksonville RollerGirls as bulls, runners will be chased through the downtown Jacksonville 5K and 1K course while being encouraged (and warned!) by celebrity matadors. Beginning and ending at Intuition Ale Works, runners will be treated to an after-party featuring beer, live music, kids activities and complimentary food and drink from BlkShp at Intuition, Maple Street, Starbucks and more!

SPORTS & HEALTH HAPPENINGS

Mar. 3

9TH ANNUAL HUBBARD HOUSE WALK AND RUN Unity Plaza HubbardHouseWalk.com

Join this FREE, fun and family-friendly event with more than 1,500 community members coming together to raise awareness about domestic violence and to celebrate survivors! Leaving from Unity Plaza, the route is NEW and provides SPECTACULAR views of the city and river and great photo opportunities. Plus, there will be entertainment along the way to keep you fired up and moving forward.

Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar for more local events.

Jacksonville Ice Men vs. South Carolina Stingrays: Feb. 3, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleIceMen.com

Jacksonville Giants vs. Orlando Waves: Feb. 17, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleGiants.com

Jacksonville Dolphins vs. Florida Gulf Coast Eagles: Feb. 3, Swisher Gymnasium, JU.edu

Mt. Acosta Classic Endurance Race: Feb. 17, 1stPlaceSports.com

Fight for Air Climb: Feb. 3, Downtown Jacksonville, 1stPlaceSports.com

The Great Amazing Race: Feb. 17, Patton Park, TheGreatAmazingRace.com

Women’s Self Defense Class: Feb. 7, The Women’s Self Defense Company, VisitJacksonville.com

Jacksonville Dolphins vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans: Feb. 17, Swisher Gymnasium, JU.edu

Donna 10K & 5K: Feb. 10, Downtown Jacksonville, 1stPlaceSports.com

Running of the Bulls 5k 2018: Feb. 18, Intuition Ale Works, ArcJacksonville.org

Jacksonville Ice Men vs. Atlanta Gladiators: Feb.10, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleIceMen.com

Bobby Weed’s HEAL Golf Gig: Feb. 23, TPC Sawgrass - Dye’s Valley Course, HealAutismNow.org

11th Annual DONNA Marathon Weekend: Feb. 9-11, Jacksonville Beach, BreastCancerMarathon.com Jacksonville Ice Men vs. Norfold Admirals: Feb. 23, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleIceMen.com Jacksonville Ice Men vs. Allen Americans: Feb. 11, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleIceMen.com Ortega River Run: Feb. 24, Ortega, 1stPlaceSports.com Run 4 Love 5k & 10K: Feb. 14, Your Choice, VirtualRunEvents.com

Jacksonville vs. North Florida: Feb. 24, Swisher Gymnasium, JU.edu

Jacksonville Dolphins vs. New Jersey Tech Highlanders: Feb. 15, Swisher Gymnasium, JU.edu

Jacksonville Ice Men vs. Brampton Beast: Feb. 25, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleIceMen.com

Final EyesCE 2018: Feb. 16, Embassy Suites by Hilton, VisitJacksonville.com

Friends with Autism 5K and Community Walk: Feb. 26, Northbank Riverwalk, FWA5kWalk.itsyourrace.com

8K River Day: Feb. 17, Historic Orange Park, 1stPlaceSports.com 18

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Hormone Imbalance: Tips to Identify and Alleviate the Problem By: Dr. DeArcy Vaughan Be Balanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers • Jacksonville.BeBalancedCenters.com Modern American women are facing obstacles tougher than ever before. From little sleep, nutrient devoid foods and the pressure to multi-task, women’s bodies are bombarded on a daily basis. This chronic physical, mental and emotional stress is leading to new modern-day imbalances. Chronic stress can wreak havoc on their sex hormones, which will then have disastrous effects on blood sugar and other key hormones. Hormones play a huge role in our lives, especially when it comes to a woman’s weight. Frustration occurs when women follow their weight loss plans and exercise regularly, yet the scale still does not move. The missing piece of the puzzle is hormone balance. Our bodies function most efficiently within a delicate balance of sex and stress hormones. We live in the midst of many environmental factors which are known to throw this balance off, resulting in unpleasant symptoms we are all too familiar with. To understand the delicate balance, it helps to have an understanding of the core hormones involved: • Progesterone: A fat-burner and diuretic that soothes mood, nurtures sleep and calms PMS and menopausal symptoms. • Estrogen: A key hormone in ovulation that supports many other functions in the body, but when out of balance, it can also trigger weight gain, insomnia, mood swings, etc. • Cortisol: A stress hormone that buffers our bodies from the effects of stress. Cortisol itself is not a “bad” hormone but is problematic when we cannot produce enough of this hormone to meet our needs. Simply stated, when our bodies cannot make enough cortisol to meet the demand, progesterone is stolen and converted into cortisol. This leaves women’s bodies with a condition Dr. John Lee coined as “Estrogen Dominance.” This condition lays the foundation for stubborn weight. Research also shows that key imbalances contribute not only to a woman’s inability to lose stubborn weight but also affect mood, sleep, energy and femalerelated issues. Hormone imbalances can lead to a variety of symptoms that affect their ability to make healthy lifestyle choices due to cravings, fatigue and poor mood. The pesky symptoms of hormone imbalance can be minimized through small changes in your life, including tweaks to your diet as well as adding meditation and certain exercises.

BRENT MARTINEAU

GAME FACE: The Jacksonville Jaguars BLAKE BORTLES The Jaguars quarterback did the improbable by leading the franchise to its third AFC Championship in franchise history and helped build a 10-point lead over the Patriots. Bortles had a career season in many respects, but still carries his share of doubters. Bortles is due $19 million from the Jaguars in 2018 if the Jags choose to keep him. They have until March 14th to make a decision.

AARON COLVIN He might be the least talked about player on the Jaguars defense, but he had an outstanding season playing nickel corner for the Jaguars. Colvin will likely not return to Jacksonville because he is a free agent and has a chance to play outside corner and earn big money with a new contract. The Jags would love to keep him, but it’s a long shot he will return.

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LEONARD FOURNETTE Some people question whether a running back should be picked in the top five, but Leonard Fournette proved the Jaguars brass right in 2017. Fournette helped get this football team off to a huge start and despite battling through injuries, the fourth overall pick had a huge post season. Fournette scored four touchdowns in the playoffs to help give the Jags a chance at a Super Bowl bid.

CALAIS CAMPBELL The biggest free agent signing in franchise history delivered in a big time way in 2017 with defensive Player of the Year award, franchise record for sacks in a season, and an immeasurable impact on the community and the locker room. Campbell had his best season with 14.5 sacks and was named First Team All-Pro and awarded a trip to the Pro Bowl. FEBRUARY 2018 19

MUSIC

MUSIC LOCALE Feb. 22

JAMEY JOHNSON

Florida Theatre FloridaTheatre.com

Feb. 10 G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE

Grammy-nominated country artist Jamey Johnson has won two Song of the Year Trophies for his hits “Give It Away” and “In Color.” His fifth studio release, the Grammy-nominated, Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran paired him with Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Ray Price, Elvis Costello, Vince Gill, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson and George Strait.

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PVConcertHall.com

Pioneering Hip-Hop Blues Act G. Love & Special Sauce returns to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, February 10! G. Love certainly has come a long way in the 20 years since drummer Jeffrey “The Houseman” Clemens discovered him performing in a Boston pub. The two started playing together and, after Clemens brought in upright bassist James “Jimi Jazz” Prescott, G. Love & Special Sauce was born.

Feb. 24

THE BLACKWATER SOL REVUE FEATURING JJ GREY & MOFRO, LOS LOBOS, NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS, THE MARCUS KING BAND AND MORE

St. Augustine Amphitheatre StAugAmphitheatre.com

The St. Augustine Amphitheatre will be host to a full day of swampy soul, rock and blues music when The Blackwater Sol Revue featuring JJ Grey & Mofro, Los Lobos, North Mississippi Allstars, Marcus King Band and more return to St. Augustine.

GEORGE BENSON

Mar. 2 FLEET FOXES

St. Augustine Amphitheatre StAugAmphitheatre.com

Fleet Foxes formed in Seattle, Washington in 2006 by Robin Pecknold and Skyler Skjeiset. Their catalog includes the Sun Giant EP and three full-length albums. On June 16, 2017 they released their long awaited and highly anticipated third album, Crack-Up (Nonesuch Records). Crack-Up comes six years after the 2011 release of Helplessness Blues and nearly a decade since the band’s 2008 self-titled debut.

STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC:

There are legends in the world of music… and then there are icons. Appreciated as both a musician and a performer by millions, George Benson has always excelled at the dual role of expert improviser and vibrant entertainer as he has performed with everybody from Miles Davis and Eric Clapton to Stevie Wonder and Carlos Santana. A guitar virtuoso and vocal sensation for over five decades, George Benson has dominated the Billboard charts in a variety of styles and genres that has never been matched. Over the span of his illustrious career, George Benson has sold millions of records, performed for hundreds of millions of fans, and cut some of the most beloved jazz and soul tunes in music history. But the guitarist/vocalist is much more than “This Masquerade,” “On Broadway,” “Turn Your Love Around,” and “Give Me the Night.” Benson is a flat-out inspiration, a multi-talented artist who survived an impoverished childhood and molded himself into the first true—and truly successful—jazz/soul crossover artist. Adored by fans and musicians alike, don’t miss your opportunity to experience the energetic and ever-charming George Benson.

“George Benson is the best guitarist in the world in all kinds of music. Rock, Jazz, Blues – he plays better than anybody else!” – B.B. King CATCH HIM LIVE:

Feb. 19 at Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts

WEBSITE:

THCenter.org

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MUSIC EVENTS Cody Jinks: Feb. 8, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

Diana Krall: Feb. 7, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com John McCutcheon with guest Grant Peeples: Feb. 8, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, PVConcertHall.com Little River Band with special guest Pablo Cruise: Feb. 10, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar for more local events.

Eric Johnson with original band members Tommy Taylor and Kyle Brock “Ah Via Musicom Tour” plus guest Arielle: Feb. 20, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, PVConcertHall.com The Front Porch Series presents Southern Culture On The Skids: Feb. 22, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com Mini Abair and the Boneshakers: Feb. 23, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

Under the Streetlamp - Evening The Expendables with guests Performance: Feb. 11, Ponte Vedra Through the Roots and Pacific Dub: Feb. 23, St. Augustine Concert Hall, PVConcertHall.com Amphitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com The Front Porch Series Josh Garrels: Feb. 23, Murray Hill presents John Moreland: Feb. Theatre, MurrayHillTheatre.com 11, St. Augustine Ampitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com An Evening with George Winston: Feb. 23, Ponte Vedra Blues Traveler - 30th Concert Hall, PVConcertHall.com Anniversary Tour: Feb. 11, The Florida Theatre, Air Supply: Feb. 23, The Florida FloridaTheatre.com Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com Chris Young with guests The Blackwater Sol Revue Kane Brown and LANCO: Feb. featuring JJ Grey & Mofro, Los 16, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Lobos, North Mississippi Allstars, StAugAmphitheatre.com Marcus King Band and More: Daniel O’Donnell: Back Home Feb. 24, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com Again Tour: Feb. 17, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com An Evening with Mavis Staples: Feb. 25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, Sierra Hull: Feb. 17, Ponte Vedra PVConcertHall.com Concert Hall, PVConcertHall.com Willie Nelson & Family with guest Los Lonely Boys: Feb. 18, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com George Benson: Feb. 19, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts, THCenter.com

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Jeff Rupert Quintet: Feb 25, Friday Musicale, FridayMusicale.com Michael McDonald: Feb. 27, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com Ritz Chamber Concert: Feb. 28, The Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org

FEEL THE BEAT

THE VERVE PIPE

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The Verve Pipe have had years of world-wide hits, tours and fame. Brian Vander Ark has lead the band since their Michigan beginnings in the early nineties. They were among the new school that included Tonic, Vertical Horizon and countless others throughout the United States. In a recent interview, Brian spoke with the Buzz about the years gone by and why the Verve Pipe is still relevant today. During the 90’s so many bands were led by distortion and noise to create major hits, the Verve Pipe wrote actual songs. Brian states that the line-up change throughout the years and aging gracefully has made these recent tours enjoyable. After 25 years the music still resonates with fans young and old.

NFFN ARTIST SHOWCASE

Mudville Music Room | (904) 352-7008

Bill and Eli Perras, the New St. Johns Rangers, and Stage 2 will be our next three featured artists in the February 2018 North Florida Folk Network Artist Showcase. The showcase features three NFFN acts every month, and the date this month has been changed to the first Wednesday of this month. The concert will be on Wednesday, February 7 and starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Mudville Music Room, located at 3105 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Admission is $5 per person. Reservations are encouraged, so please call (904) 352-7008 to reserve your seat today. Bill and Eli Perras are Americana Troubadours at Large. The many inspired lyrics given to and interpreted by Eli, combined with Bill’s bluesy finger-style guitar playing create a very uniquely modern take on true Americana music in its purest form. Receiving much recognition for their tightly woven musical creativity, they humbly remain true to their personal values. They speak out with strong heartfelt lyrics, accompanied with a soulful genuine pentatonic voicing against social injustices, corporate greed and daily follies in everyday life. They can grip your heart, search your soul, change a mindset or softly strike a funny bone, all the while leaving the audience with a sentiment for the common good we desire in all mankind. Hailing from North Central Florida, they are regulars at many Florida folk music venues and festivals, and frequently travel beyond the Sunshine State with their songs and stories. Visit PerrasMusic.com for more information. The New St. Johns Rangers are Jacksonville’s own Laura D’Alisera, Scott Garry, Patrick Plumlee and Eric Russell. Laura, Patrick and Eric got together a year ago through their shared enjoyment of Americana, bluegrass and traditional music, and recently added Scott to the mix. Laura and Patrick are a husband and wife duo who have been part of the Florida folk scene for many years, and are active with the NFFN and Mandarin Museum and Historical Society. Eric is also a guitarist and half of the duo Stage 2, and together with Scott on bass, Laura’s vocal harmonies, and Patrick on guitar and 5-string banjo, they are sure to deliver a joyful and driving tribute to home-grown American acoustic music, old and new. Stage 2 are Eric Russell and Stevie Bandana, who have been part of the Jacksonville, FL music scene for a long time. After years of playing in local rock bands, they unplugged their electric guitars in 2011 to go in a new direction. If high energy rock and roll defined the first stage of their musical adventures, Stage 2 would focus on tight vocal harmonies and acoustic guitar licks. Drawing on an extensive knowledge of acoustic and folk rock music, Stage 2 cover songs from the 1960’s to today, from the Beatles to Maroon 5, and from Simon and Garfunkel to Counting Crows. Stage 2 has performed in and around Jacksonville at the Orange Park Fall Festival, Riverside Arts Market, North Beaches Art Walk and many more. FEBRUARY 2018

DOYLE BRAMHALL II STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC:

Doyle Bramhall II is one of the most distinctive vocalists, guitarists, composers and producers in contemporary music. Indeed, none other than Eric Clapton, with whom Bramhall has worked with for more than a decade, lauds him as one of the most gifted guitarists he has ever encountered. As the son of the late Texas music legend Doyle Bramhall, he was raised in a home filled with the blues and rock ’n’ roll styles indigenous to Texas. The elder Bramhall played drums and was also an accomplished songwriter and vocalist, not to mention a lifelong collaborator with childhood friends Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughan, who composed such SRV signature tunes as “Change It” and “Life by the Drop.” The younger Bramhall—a rare and distinctive guitarist who plays left-handed, but with his instrument strung for a right-hander and flipped backwards—had his own connections with the Vaughan brothers: Early in his career he was befriended and supported by Stevie. When he was 18, Bramhall was recruited by Jimmie to play with the Fabulous Thunderbirds. After Stevie’s tragic death in 1990, Bramhall II and Charlie Sexton formed the Arc Angels with drummer Chris Layton and bassist Tommy Shannon of Stevie Ray’s fabled rhythm section. The Arc Angels’ self-titled debut album yielded such widely popular songs as “Living in a Dream” and “Sent by Angels” before disbanding. Introducing himself as a solo artist in 1996 with Doyle Bramhall II, he followed with a pair of critically acclaimed albums, Jellycream (1999) and Welcome (2001). It was then that Bramhall’s unparalleled guitar mastery won the attention not only of Clapton but Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters, who showcased him on his 1999, 2000 and 2002 In the Flesh concert tours and companion CD and DVD. In addition to his work with Clapton, Bramhall became an in demand composer, guitarist and producer. He enjoyed high profile collaborations with a broad range of other major artists, including T-Bone Burnett, Elton John, Gary Clark, Jr., Gregg Allman, Dr. John, Robert Randolph, Allen Toussaint, Billy Preston, Erykah Badu, Questlove, Meshell Ndegeocello and Sheryl Crow, whom he produced and composed songs for on 100 Miles from Memphis (2011), and then joined her to support the record on tour. In 2015, he teamed with ace guitarist Derek Trucks (with whom he was proclaimed “The New Guitar Gods” by Guitar World when both served in Clapton’s band in the late 2000s) in the Tedeschi Trucks Band, also starring Truck’s wife, Susan Tedeschi. Bramhall’s songs and guitar playing have graced each of the three critically acclaimed Tedeschi Trucks Band albums issued to date.

CATCH HIM LIVE:

Feb. 22 at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

WEBSITE:

PVConcertHall.com

FEBRUARY 2018

NIGHTLIFE

NIGHTLIFE PICK S

Feb. 15-16

Feb. 23-24

The Comedy Zone ComedyZone.com

Pauly Shore tasted super-stardom in 1990 when his precedent-setting MTV show “Totally Pauly” hit the airwaves to major fan approval. The show ran for six years, leading him to numerous television and film roles including the one-hour HBO television special, “Pauly Does Dallas” and starring in the films “Encino Man,” “Son In Law”, “Jury Duty,” “In the Army Now,” and “Bio Dome.”

Trae Crowder (The Liberal Redneck), Drew Morgan and Corey Ryan Forrester are stand-up comedy and writing partners. The trio is has been touring nationally to sold out clubs and theatres in support of their best-selling book, “Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin Dixie Outta the Dark.” This year’s tour is about celebrating everything great about the South and telling stories from a place of love.

PAULY SHORE

WELLRED: FROM DIXIE WITH LOVE

Feb. 15

Mar. 3 BILL MAHER

PUDDLES PITY PARTY

Florida Theatre FloridaTheatre.com

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PVConcertHall.com

“It seems like a parody. But when Puddles opens his mouth to sing, it’s beautiful. Operatic.” – The Boston Globe The “Sad Clown with the Golden Voice” is back with his heartfelt anthems and a suitcase full of Kleenex! This Pity Party is not all sadness and longing though! The show is peppered with a brilliant sense of the absurd, mixing lots of humor with the awkward, tender moments.

CATCHIN' A BUZZ Interview by Anna Eatz Jax

For more than twenty years, comedian Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on Politically Incorrect, and now on HBO’s “Real Time with Bill Maher,” Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 38 Emmy nominations. Maher won his first Emmy in 2014 as executive producer for the HBO series, “VICE. “

LISA THURSTON, Manger & Mixologist

MIXOLOGY

DIRTY PIG • 2oz. Bakon Vodka

German Schnitzel House | GermanJax.com

When you hear German Schnitzel House, do you think of Beer and German food? If you do, please add to that thought, seasonal craft cocktails. Restaurant manager and certified mixologist, Lisa Thurston, has made sure every drink is on point. What is unique about your bar area? Do you serve any local liquors or A unique thing will be the German Beer; brews? Yes, we carry Gunners Vodka, there is only one other location which has we do not sell any local beers, but an equal number as we have, on the other recently began offering Gnarbucha from side of town. We always have a minimum Zeta Brewery; and are using that in our of 13 German beers, so that is a big draw cocktails as well. for the restaurant. As for the bar, when Do you have music or any events? The we do cocktails here, I create all the mixes most significant event we do each year on site, we always use freshly squeezed soccer games you will find a full bar and is the Oktoberfest, starting September juices and strive to use as many natural people rooting for their teams. We have a 15, as is the German tradition, and carry ingredients a possible. If you have had very loyal regular crowd. into October for six weeks. We can seat traditional drinks at other locations, you up to 150 guests at one time. We do will find we do our own GSH twist. We now What does your staff enjoy the most have live music once a month and in have a fantastic Bourbon and Whiskey about working here? My staff has been bar and carry some of the best known and the summer every other week. We offer with me for most of the three years we German music as well as some rock music. sought after spirits. I create all the custom have been running the restaurant; we craft cocktails, and I strive to discover what What compliments do you hear most have become family. We are a small group flavor palates blend with the menu and of people and mesh together well. often from your customers? People work from there. can tell the difference in the drinks when What do you want more people we are using the freshly made mixers. When is Happy Hour? Every Tuesday to know about your business? The through Friday starting at 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 We do get a lot of compliments; people location is somewhat problematic, we appreciate we take the time to serve p.m. We offer 17 oz. drafts for $5 and $4 are tucked away back here and secluded. them the best ingredients possible. And of house wine. We do a lot of social media to make our course our great selection of German beer. presence and location known to the locals. Tell us about your best selling The most important element from the When customers are having a good drink. Right now for this season, it’s the food down to the craft cocktails, the guest time at your business what are lovely Dirty Pig, made with a bacon vodka is getting a meal or drink that is created they doing? Mostly talking, “the gab and garnished with a candied bacon we with integrity, with love from the heart. of the day.” Our bartender Jake is very create here in the house. We do this because we have a passion for personable, so we call him “the king of creating and sharing with others. gab.” Any football game and especially

• 2oz. Godiva Liqueur • Dash of Bailey Liqueur • Dash of heavy cream Shaken over ice to blend flavors. Glass to be garnished with a Hershey swirl and a slice of candied bacon on top. BOURBON SMASH • 2oz Buffalo Trace Bourbon • 1/4 oz Freshly squeezed orange juice • 1/4 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice • Splash of simple syrup Shaken and poured over ice, garnished with cherries and orange slice. THE PUMPKIN PIE MARTINI • 1/4 oz Organic Pumpkin Puree • 1 oz Baileys • 1 oz Kahlua • Dash of heavy cream Shaken to blend Swirl glass with caramel and rim glass with white chocolate dipped in brown sugar. FEBRUARY 2018

NIGHTLIFE EVENTS

Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar for more local events.

Ladies Night: Every Thursday of February, Mavericks, MavericksAtTheLanding.com

Pauly Shore: Feb. 15-17, The Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com Candle Class at Manifest Distillery: Feb. 16, Manifest Distillery, ManifestDistillery.com

Civic Cinema - Do the Right Thing: Feb. 6, Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

Paula Poundstone: Feb. 16, Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

XXCess Wednesdays Spring Blackout Tour: Feb. 7 and 14, Myth Nightclub, MythExperience.com Tessa Violet & Secret Midnight Pressgive Me Motion: Feb. 7, Jack Rabbits, JaxLive.com

We The Plug Presents: JPHELPZ: Feb. 16, Myth Nightclub, Myth Experience.com Sip & Pop-Up Shop: Feb. 18, Village Arts Inc, VillageArtsInc.com

The Listening Party: Artwalk Edition in Jacksonville: Feb. 7, Downtown Jacksonville, JoyDennisMusic.com

Bartenders Brawl: Tournament of Champions: Feb. 20, The Volstead, TheVolsteadJax.com

The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul Night- Urban Champ & Free: Feb. 8, The Real Ting Cafe, Facebook.com/CypherPoetryDuval

Leroy Gordon: Feb. 22, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com

TESLA: Feb. 8, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com

The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul Night- Moses West: Feb. 22, The Real Ting Cafe, Facebook.com/CypherPoetryDuval

Red Velvet Imperial Stout Bottle Release: Feb. 10, Atlantic Beach Brewing Company, AtlanticBeachBrewingCompany.com Mardi Gras Jacksonville: Feb. 10, Mavericks, MavericksAtTheLanding.com Galentine’s Day Special Event with Plant Nite: Feb. 13, South Kitchen & Spirits, PlantNite.com The Hot Sardines: Feb. 13, The Florida Theatre, FloridaTheatre.com Single & Anti-Valentines Day Night: Feb. 14, River City Brewing Company, RiverCityBrew.com The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul Night- Jai.mal: Feb. 15, The Real Ting Cafe, Facebook.com/CypherPoetryDuval

FEBRUARY HOROSCOPE

Dj Shab Birthday Bash Yfn Lucci & Derez De’shon Live : Feb. 23, Mavericks, MavericksAtTheLanding.com Scotch Doubles Tournament: Feb. 24, Barking Spider Pub, Facebook.com/ BarkingSpiderPub Doggie-Gras: Feb. 24, Bold City Brewery, BoldCityBrewery.com Moxie Ladies Night Out Networking + Social: Feb. 26, Moxie Kitchen + Cocktails, MoxieFl.com Wine Wednesday featuring DJ Cody: Feb. 28, River City Brewing Company, RiverCityBrewingCompany.com

by Kyle, Astrologer Extraordinaire

ARIES (MARCH 21- APRIL 19) It seems being lazy this month may pan out for your love. Be slow to respond to text, emails and phone calls. Makes you seem like you don’t care, because you don’t. The early bird may get the worm, but the tortoise beats the hare.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22) Start out each evening this month with this in mind: everyone has an equal chance with you. Now, not everyone wants a chance, but they all have an equal one. Not inspiring, but it’s the best advice I can give you this month.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 – MAY 20) According to the paper this morning, “You’re about to break out of your emotional shell and turn into a sexual fiend.” Well Taurus, look me up this month. I’m out most weekends starting on Mondays.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21) Things are looking good for you this month Scorpio. Venus is in Capricorn, your third house for let’s go strum up some fun, and that means you need to go out on the town and live it up. It’s time for you to get noticed, and you can’t do that staying at home.

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 21) Your online profile should be “Do not disturb”. Not that you’re crabby and don’t want to be talked to, but more like don’t bother me because I am busy with my new crush. Things could get steamy with new love affairs this month for you, Gemini. CANCER (JUNE 22 – JULY 22) Every month someone is left out of all the fun, and it seems it’s your turn. Maybe February and Valentine’s Day just isn’t your thing. You can’t win them all, and you are definitely not winning over any hearts this month. LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 22) Casual intentions? If you have access to it, now’s a great time to indulge in a little - safely of course, unless you’re an idiot. And why now you ask? You really shouldn’t care, just trust and go have fun. VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22) You’re ready to get back in the game. Put on something hot, update your profile (still use the pictures from your younger years), and hit up the local scene. Show everyone what you’re made of. Hopefully all your clothes from two years ago still fit. 24

wellRED: From Dixie With Love: Feb. 23-24, The Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com

FEBRUARY 2018

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21) For most of the month, Jupiter is in retrograde in your seventh house of partnerships. If I knew what that meant for you, it would be really helpful. I am guessing it’s good and you will be settling down with a mate this month? Sure, that sounds great. CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19) Things confusing to others just make sense to you this month. So the person you are currently dating, who looks just like your ex, but you disagree he or she doesn’t. Yeah, don’t listen to others. It just makes sense to you. A totally different person. Sure. AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18) The online horoscope I just read stated, “be prepared with deodorant so your walk-of-shame isn’t as traumatic.” Good advice on one-night stands, but bad advice on the deodorant. It is called a walk-of-shame for a reason. PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20) Friends become lovers, and lovers become friends. In your case, you have neither. Thus, be happy with yourself, because it’s all you got.

BEER BUZZED By Linda Johnson, Certified Cicerone®

Riverside Craft Beer Festival Returns Under the Fuller Warren Bridge, February 24 The 5th Annual Riverside Craft Beer Festival, presented by Rotary Club of Riverside ( Jacksonville), returns to the Riverside Arts Market under the Fuller-Warren Bridge on February 24. According to Chris Croft, 2018 Fest Chairman, planning for this year’s event began within two weeks of last year’s festival. 100% of the proceeds from the fest benefits Community Peds Care® and the Riverside Rotary Foundation. Although the Foundation distributes funds to many different charities and projects, explained Croft in an interview, the Rotary Club has always focused on helping children, making Community Peds Care an ideal partnership. Last year, over $100,000 was raised by the Fest toward the Rotary’s charitable efforts, with over $300,000 to date. Community Peds Care has used the funds for multiple purposes, including hiring new caregivers. Riverside Rotary disburses monies raised from the fest to a number of causes and organizations, including purchasing dictionaries for local schools, funding of Riverside Rotary’s Scholarship at UNF for First Generation College Students, playground equipment at local parks, dinners for local military families through the USO, funding for a clean water project in Haiti, and continued donations to Rotary International’s End Polio Now Initiative, among others. Festival attendees can be guaranteed that their festival admission fees support worthwhile charitable projects. Nothing better than drinking beer for great causes! “Look for between 70-80 breweries pouring at least 2-3 different beers, with some sending special kegs for the VIP early entry,” said Croft. In a new arrangement this year, participating breweries will be setup around the venue by six geographic regions: Florida, Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, West Coast, and International, rather than by distributor. In addition, several breweries-in-planning and breweries who currently only serve their beers in-house will also be represented. One of these is Legacy Ale Works, a new brewery headed to the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, which announced on its website that it will be serving a German Schwarzbier and a Belgian Tripel at the fest.

Early at 2017 Riverside Craft Beer Festival (photo by Linda Johnson)

The Riverside Arts Market is a spacious venue under the bridge that offers plenty of space to walk around with beer in hand. No need to worry about munchies, either, as 11 food trucks will be on site. Beers won’t be the only thing tapping, as your feet will be tapping along to the sounds of popular band Grandpa’s Cough Medicine on the main stage on the riverfront from 3-7pm.

Attendees will notice a change at the fest entry gate this year, with the addition of cloth wristbands, added Croft, which should make entering the event faster. The souvenir beerfest sample cups have not changed. While general admission starts at 4pm, VIP ticketholders are allowed early entry at 3pm. General admission Early Bird tickets are $40 through February 23, with on-site tickets available for $50. Cost of the VIP ticket is $60, sold exclusively online, as the VIP option sells out each year, said Croft. Advance ticket purchase, via RiversideCraftBeerFestival.com, is encouraged. Croft, who has been a Fest co-chair each year, took on the duties of chairman for 2018, and finds the continued success of Riverside Craft Beer Fest “humbling.” Organizers believe that “the participation of all of Jacksonville’s distributors helps make this event so special.” Attendance has grown each year, drawing beer enthusiasts from all over Florida and across the country. FEBRUARY 2018

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