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The Chris Thomas Big Band took the stage in the Casa Marina courtyard September 18. The 18-piece band put on a three-hour show of swinging tunes and dance moves, performing everything from the Rat Pack era through Motown and into hits from today. The audience enjoyed drinks and a light dinner and joined right in with Chris Thomas’ dancing. u —PHOTOS BY ARIANNA RODRIGUEZ

Diners came hungry to Great Chefs of Amelia Island, held August 29 at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. The event, which doubled as a fundraiser for Barnabas, saw area chefs going head-to-head in a culinary competition. Participating chefs included Kenny Gilbert, Cary Todd, Chris Cohen, Chad Livingston, Todd Ruiz, Niko Anagnostou, Alan Heckman and Sheldon Millet. Subscribers to Jacksonville Magazine can find a full recap of Great Chefs Amelia in the latest issue of Taste. u —PHOTOS BY AGNES LOPEZ

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With This Ring Northeast Florida couples say “I do.”

CHANNING ASHLEY & ROBERT HODGES, II Channing and Robert were married June 14, 2019. The ceremony took place at World Golf Hall of Fame and the reception was held at the adjacent Renaissance Hotel. The couple opted for the bigger is better approach and had 500 guests and 22 people in their wedding party. “Their personal wedding vows were beautiful. Matching their personalities, Robert pulled out his scroll and it was very short because he is not a talker. Channing pulled out her scroll and it was three times as long... because she is a talker. Everyone in the audience laughed,” says the bride’s mother.

—PHOTO BY STANLO PHOTOGRAPHY

LINDSAY DENSMORE & ANDREW LOURCEY Lindsay and Andrew were married February 10, 2018. The ceremony was held at Memorial United Methodist Church in Fernandina Beach and the reception took place at Walker's Landing. “The whole time we were planning our wedding we kept repeating ‘We want this to be a party for our guests,’” recalls Lindsay. “Every choice we made was to add to the experience for our guests who supported us and loved on us while we were dating. We wanted to give back with an epic night they wouldn’t forget.”

—PHOTO BY BROOKE IMAGES

The Fall 2019 edition of Jacksonville Magazine’s Bride is available online and at newsstands. The issue is packed with info, including local reception sites and the region’s top wedding service providers.

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WANT TO SEE YOUR BELOVED ANIMAL IN JAX MAG? Nominations for Picture Pawfect pets can be made via our website, under the heading READER POLLS. Past pets may be viewed there, too.

BONNIE BELL “Bonnie has amazing manners but her stomach says otherwise. No matter the time of day, when Bonnie runs up the stairs or jumps on the bed she will always let out a little toot,” laughs her owner. Despite her flatulence, she’s a very popular pup. “The neighborhood kids always love to come over and ask to ‘play with Bonnie.’ I hold her as they hide around the house and then Bonnie goes nuts running around until she finds them all.”

BRUCE ADOPT ME! Clay Humane recently took in this approximately four-yearold boy after he was found on the side of the road with wounds across his body, including one all the way to the bone on his leg. He was rushed to emergency surgery and given a new chance at life—albeit one with only three legs. “I was incredibly impressed with his patience while we cleaned out his wounds, took X-rays and lab samples,” says veterinarian Christian Broadhurst. “Bruce now weighs about 50 pounds, is good with other dogs, wags often and makes fast friends. Some of Bruce’s favorite things are snuggling in his bed under a veterinarian’s desk, being with people, car rides and Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Pup Cups.” Those interested in adopting this spirited pup can visit clayhumane.org.

KATNESS @KATNESSKITTY This six-year-old Calico loves gardening, sunbathing, and eating. While she’s down for some catnip, she also enjoys a nice piece of mahi-mahi. Katness, being a very important member of the family, was also featured in her owner’s wedding—fittingly attired in a bridesmaids’ dress. We can’t wait to see those pictures. And are open to tips on how to get a cat into a dress.