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OCTOBER 28 2020//VOL.1 ISSUE 9

CONTENTS

3 Marine Corps Birthday

4 Liberty Picks 6 Vetrepreneur:

Chris Straw of Hangar Bay Café

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Feature:

Vice Admiral Mary Jackson

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Resources:

Veteran-Owned Small Businesses

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Calendar of events and activities

Veterans Day is a well-known and highly-regarded occasion to pay tribute to those who serve and have served in defense of our freedoms. It is also a day when citizens unite in an effort to promote peace and mutual understanding between countries, so as to never again experience another destruction of lives and property the likes of which transpired during World War I. That it takes place on November 11 is no mere coincidence. Though WWI did not officially end until the summer of 1919, active hostilities halted the previous year, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month: Armistice Day. Thereafter, Armistice Day was a federal holiday to honor the fallen of WWI. Unfortunately, the early years of the 20th century were far from the final days of mass destruction of human lives and property throughout the world. After Servicemembers were sent to fight in WWII and Korea, Congress replaced the word “Armistice” with “Veteran,” to ensure the sacrifices of all Veterans, regardless of when they served, were honored.

You may have known all of this, but did you know that The Liberty Coast has taken this celebration of Veterans to the next level?

VETERAN-LED: Publisher Joe Snowberger, U. S. Navy Mustang (Ret) (904) 476-7861 Publisher@LibertyLifeMedia.Com Editor Stephanie Thompson, U. S. Navy Mustang Veteran (702) 573-5506 Editor@LibertyLifeMedia.Com Staff Writer Matthew Snowberger, U.S. Army Veteran Director of Sales Vince Ponciano, U. S. Air Force Veteran (904) 415-7800 Vince@LibertyLifeMedia.Com Business Manager Nancy Zarling, U. S. Navy Veteran Admin@LibertyLifeMedia.Com PRODUCTION: Art Director Sarah McLaughlin ArtDirector@LibertyLifeMedia.Com Graphic Design Susan Jones U.S. Army Veteran Spouse Assistant Editor Courtney Stringfellow AEditor@LibertyLifeMedia.Com SALES: Automotive Advertising Staci Edwards Manager@AutoSourceWeekly.com DISTRIBUTION: Want to be a Liberty Life pick-up location? Bobby Pendexter CosmicDistributions@gmail.com Help us at Liberty Life provide relatable, relevant and useful information to the military, Veterans, and their families serving and living on The Liberty Coast(SM).

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It started with the City of Jacksonville’s Veterans Day Parade, which has grown to be one of our nation’s largest. Over the years, more events began popping up around the day of the annual parade, evolving into the Month of Valor, and then the Season of Valor.

November is now known as the Celebration of Valor on The Liberty Coast, with the month chock full of events. You can find several of these events from the City of Jacksonville and others on page 12.

As an additional way to honor Veterans each year, in 2013, the U.S. Small Business Administration designated the business week prior to Veterans Day as National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW). This year’s theme is “#VetBiz Resources in Your Local Community.” We have included several such local resources on page 10.

Be sure to patronize a local Veteran-owned business, as we have many on The Liberty Coast! In fact, if you know of any, please add them to our directory at LibertyLifeMedia.com/Business-Listings.

To all Veterans on The Liberty Coast, across the nation and the world, we salute you. While the military brings many benefits to Servicemembers, service to one’s country requires varying degrees of sacrifice. We appreciate the choice you made to wear the uniform. Above all, we honor you.

On Base • In Town • Pro-Military Stephanie Thompson U. S. Navy Mustang Veteran Editor I Liberty Life Media

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES CELEBRATING 245 YEARS

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On Tuesday, Nov. 10, Marines throughout the world will gather to celebrate the 245th birthday of the Marine Corps. This tradition began on November 1, 1921, when General John A. Lejeune, the 13th Commandant of the Marine Corps, directed that a reminder of the honorable service of the Corps be published by every command, to all Marines throughout the globe, on the birthday of the Corps.

We continue to honor this tradition by reading the original birthday message published by General Lejeune in 1921 and by reading the birthday message from the current commandant of the Marine Corps. It is important to understand that this tradition perseveres, regardless of where Marines are on November 10.

We celebrate this occasion in garrison and while deployed around the globe in support of security engagements, contingencies and crises. From grandiose celebrations in expensive hotels featuring extravagant cakes to battle positions in foreign lands featuring MRE pound cake and peanut butter, Marines pause to pay homage to those we serve with and those we have lost, and to reflect on the service that the Marine Corps has provided in defense of our nation.

Historically, the birthday is celebrated at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, an event every command engages in. It serves to strengthen ties to our service, honor the sacrifices that were made throughout the history of our service, and significantly develop and improve the esprit de corps of those in attendance.

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The birthday ball exhibits both pageantry and celebration. The pageantry consists of the reading of the aforementioned birthday messages and culminates with the cake-cutting ceremony. During this ceremony, we honor the oldest and youngest Marines present. The oldest takes a bite of cake and passes that piece to the youngest, who subsequently takes a bite from the same piece of cake. This solemn act signifies the passing of wisdom and tradition from the old to the young. The significance of this ceremony is that it is not limited to Marines currently serving.

Once a Marine, always a Marine, and as such, the oldest Marine present, regardless of current or past service, is honored during the cake-cutting ceremony. Following this ceremony, all who are present share in a birthday meal and then celebrate through song and dance and camaraderie.

This truly is an exciting time of year for Marines. If you know a Marine, be sure to tell him or her “Happy Birthday� on November 10. You will surely brighten their day, as they pause to remember the significance of this day.

Happy Birthday, Marines.

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This year’s ride for Veterans features a fun trip across the river via ferry and four stops: VFW Kingsland Post 8385, VFW Byrd-Wallace Post 4351, American Legion Post 54, and FRA Branch 290. Each stop will last 45 minutes to an hour long. Remember to bring your helmet, as one stop is in Georgia.

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WHEN THE JOB SEARCH PROVES UNSUCCESSFUL:

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As a naval helicopter pilot and flight instructor, Straw sought a civilian career in the aviation industry. Straw was unable to find “suitable opportunities [he] could enjoy or be happy with,” despite months of job fairs, application submissions and interviews.

“I didn’t follow my dreams,” Straw said of his eventual entrepreneurial ventures. “I followed an opportunity.”

While stationed at Naval Station Mayport, Straw’s wife opened a restaurant on Mayport Road: Simply Tasty Thai, now a local staple. In support of his wife’s venture, Straw said he was “vaguely dabbling with running a restaurant and handling the back-office tasks.”

The opportunity that became his business endeavour—Hangar Bay Café and Gallery—was the availability of another store in the same shopping center. With the possibility of opening a second restaurant, Straw began to apply lessons he learned in the Navy. “Accountability. Stamina. Leadership.

Mission accomplishment. Attention to detail. All of these things come into play when running a business that wants to be successful,” said Straw.

In contemplating what would make for a successful—albeit unique—restaurant on Mayport Road he wondered, “What would Sailors look around and say, I’ll try there?“ With a Navy and ports-of-call theme, Straw said fried chicken and Ramen emerged as menu candidates “because like the chicken, there wasn’t anyone doing Ramen other than an appetizer soup.”

Straw posits that, as an entrepreneur, you should passionately “believe in your project as you will need that belief to get you through the process and when no one else believes in it.” Today, Hangar Bay Café and Gallery is a comfort food restaurant with a diverse menu. Straw adds, “I have a place where you can eat four days a week and enjoy a different type of food each day.”

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During the development of Hangar Bay Café and Gallery in 2009, Straw was unaware of any business start-up or support programs for entrepreneurs like the many that now exist. Emerging from the structure of the military he quickly realized there are “no guard rails” in the civilian world. Straw admonishes that “You can do anything you want and you have to live with the consequences.” Straw counsels aspiring Veteran business owners to “Get some money and plan on needing more. Plan and have a goal and be ready to adjust the plan.”

Liberty Life shares the stories, successes and lessons learned by military and Veteran-Owned Businesses. Author’s note: Try the shrimp & grit cakes!

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career, you have visited, served or lived all across the country and globe; what brought you and your family back to The Liberty Coast?

MJ: I can’t tell you how happy we are to be back in Jacksonville. We had always thought we would go back to Norfolk, Virginia when the time came because we had done so many tours there, but after having spent three years here in the Region job, we realized what a wonderful community and quality of life Jacksonville offers.

Geography is very similar to Hampton Roads, and in addition, Jax has great weather, a Veteran friendly community, a growing city, the arts, and so many leaders in diverse sectors. Jax is our “base camp,” and we love how the airport is so traveler friendly. Of course, with COVID, we have not been traveling, but that has given us time to get reacquainted with friends, make new friends, and unpack boxes!

Since your return, what have you done or where have you gone that you anticipated doing or visiting?

Over the summer, we enjoyed being together as a family. I am very proud of my family, and they have supported me and given me strength during my career. I am committed to being more involved in school for our son who is still home, available to visit our daughter at college, and do more fun stuff with everyone. I like to swim and be on the water, and since I grew up in the Middle East, I love the hot weather. It is really nice and enriching to have the time to get more involved in things outside of my job.

Jacksonville takes pride in being “America’s friendliest military and Veteran community” and has traditionally enjoyed a high demand for duty assignments by Sailors and naval officers. Does that high favorability still exist?

I believe that this area, and specifically the Tri-base area, will remain in high demand for our Navy and for our Servicemembers. In fact, the detailers were here recently and commented on how so many people request to stay.

I’m just as guilty because here I am—back in Jax!

SETTLING DOWN ON THE LIBERTY COAST Vice Admiral Mary M. Jackson, USN (Retired)

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ice Admiral Mary M. Jackson recently retired after an amazing 30 year naval career. Graduating from the Naval Academy as a Surface Warfare Officer in 1989, she eventually commanded the guided missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) and was commander of both Naval Station Norfolk and Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE) in Jacksonville. Jackson’s last command was as the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), retiring in May 2020. At CNIC, she led the Navy’s worldwide enterprise of 71 installations and more than 53,000 personnel.

Following her naval career, Vice Admiral Jackson and her family relocated to The Liberty Coast. Having gotten to know her during her time in Jacksonville, we were honored when she sat down with Liberty Life.

LL: Welcome back! While here as CNRSE, you said you would return to Jacksonville, and we are glad you did. During your 30-year Navy

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The partnerships that exist between the military, the city, the many Veterans Service Organizations, and the other industry sectors located here are key.

I find that the synergy is at its best when there is a mutual respect for everyone’s contribution to our community. Not one way or the other, but that everyone brings value, dedication, and energy to the table. Here in Jax, you see that on a very personal level in neighborhoods, schools, employment, and community organizations, but it also is evident at a higher organizational and strategic level.

A significant portion of your Navy career has been as an installation commander and leader of those commanders. For our readers who don’t know, what goes on inside the fences and beyond the base’s security gate?

I am so proud of all of the Navy bases around the world, and I had a front row seat to the demands placed on these incredibly talented and diverse base teams. A base is like a small city—infrastructure, roadways, port and airfield operations, security, safety and emergency services, and support services like hotels, eateries, fitness, and childcare. The Base CO’s primary focus is to ensure that all the missions that are assigned to that base—whether ships or squadrons, or training commands or maintenance commands, to list a few—are able to carry out their mission.

The Navy Installations portfolio is built on the three pillars of Fleet, Fighter, and Family. Sustainment and modernization of our shore infrastructure were a top priority for me while in DC, and we had to make very hard decisions about what we could invest in, given the limited resourcing. Again, the real work happens everyday on these bases where they are dedicated to take care of the commands assigned there, the Servicemembers and civilians, the families, and the surrounding community.

Most recently, with COVID pandemic impacts on installations and readiness, what are some of the permanent changes you anticipate?

The COVID pandemic has driven us all to refocus and in some cases reinvent how we do things—socially, in business, and in life. The pandemic will not

just end; the learning and adapting will be going on for some time. At the onset, when I was still in the Navy Installations job, our focus was to assess and adjust service levels while ensuring safety of our team and prioritization of critical missions operations.

Businesses outside the fence-line were doing the same thing. It was an absolute imperative that the bases were aligned with their surrounding communities and were in constant communication with local and state authorities. This is most certainly an example of where cooperative military and civic partnerships matter—you can’t spin up in a crisis if those relationships are not already established.

While the world knows you as an outstanding senior naval officer and mentoring leader, what memories and experiences of driving Navy destroyers and cruisers do you cherish?

I consider myself very fortunate to have served alongside the most dedicated and professional shipmates. My heart is full of wonderful memories, including even the most challenging bridge watches or harrowing experiences. As with each of those, the memories are not focused on the bad, but instead on the team I was a part of. I am very grateful for the many diverse assignments I had, whether at sea or ashore. I feel pretty spoiled having been able to command both a ship and a base, and reaped the rewards of those experiences.

Looking ahead at your transition to life as a civilian, what’s next for you and your family?

once you are out of the job is too late, and also a disservice to you and your family. I always told my team to ensure they knocked all this out before they left—I just did not do such a great job of it myself.

…I am in a phase of reinvention. “ Searching for what I can do that both

As far as what is next…I am in a phase of reinvention. Searching for what I can do that both builds on my experiences, but also allows me to grow and contribute on a new level. I am pursuing Board of Directors work. As part of Corporate Navy these past three years running a global operation, I bring those experiences to the table. I’m also doing a bit of consulting. Of course, I would like to commit some of my time to leadership and civic nonprofit work eventually.

Liberty Life’s mission is to connect and support one of the nation’s largest communities of military, Veterans, and their families with relevant, relatable and useful information.

How can Liberty Life support our military base commander’s mission, the Servicemembers and their families?

A great question; we are living in a saturated information market, and I think it becomes very difficult to filter the valuable nuggets of information out of the white noise. I worry that so much is thrown out there, in so many venues and media sources, that really important information gets lost. And, of course, what is valuable to one person, may be junk to another. I know you will keep the military and the surrounding communities as your zenith. Keep your reporting factual and non-political.

Ask yourself in everything that you put out there: why would the reader care?

There is so much here in Jax to highlight, to educate, and to connect. The more you can highlight the great work and weave the military, communities, and industry together, the better.

builds on my experiences, but also allows me to grow and contribute on a new level.

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The one piece of advice I would offer has to do with how to approach the transition. There are many great programs out there to help with transition, key things that must be done to close out your military chapter, and some “nice to do” things you can sign up for in uniform before you depart, like National Park passes. Waiting until the last minute or saying you will do it all

As a leader throughout your naval career, planning to be ready for the future was a significant part of your duty. What would you say to someone considering the Navy as a future job or career?

I am most certainly biased, but whether a short time in the military or a full career, the benefits far outweigh the sacrifices. When I mentor others, I always encourage them to study the options both in and out of the military, talk to others to gather data points, keep all doors open, and don’t get tricked into believing the grass is greener on the other side.

The leadership experiences and the education and training provided in the service are extremely valuable. I’ve been witness to pretty dramatic changes in the military in terms of inclusivity and culture. No organization is perfect, but the focus on these topics remains a priority and is not going away. Being a part of a diverse team, working towards a common mission, and feeling it come together is very fulfilling and enriching. You will learn more about yourself—your strengths and your weaknesses—and those experiences will benefit you for whatever journey you select.

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3 Independent Dr., Downtown, (904) 366-6640, JAXWBC.com Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of North Florida, Jacksonville provides management assistance and training to any prospective or existing small-business owner in North Florida.

12000 Alumni Dr., Southside, (904) 620-2476, SBDC.UNF.edu Office of Veterans Business Development (OVBD) is SBA’s liaison with the Veteran business community, acting as an ombudsman for Veteran entrepreneurs. They maximize the availability, applicability and usability of small-business programs for Veterans, service-disabled Veterans, reserve component members, and their dependents or survivors. (202) 205-6773, SBA.gov, search “Office of Veterans Business Development” VetBiz offers information and services within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for each Veteran-owned small business (VOSB), service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), other small business, large business, or acquisition professional. (866) 584-2344, VetBiz.VA.gov The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) provides a credible and reliable certifying authority for all businesses, ensuring that valid documentation exists of a Veteran’s status, ownership, and operational control.

(888) 237-8434, NVBDC.org Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) provides FREE business counseling and assistance to Florida’s Veterans and military spouses.

(800) 542-7232, VBOC.org VetFran is a program offered by the International Franchise Association (IFA), which provides financial assistance to Veterans who become franchisees of participating IFA members. Typically the franchisor waives or deeply discounts the franchise fee. (202) 662-0781, VetFran.org Veterans Business Services (VBS) helps service-disabled Veterans make VA self-employment plans feasible. They facilitate collaborations between Veteranowned small businesses and provide a gateway for entrepreneurs to access resources, programs, funding and more. (503) 344-6945, VeteransBusinessServices.us Entrepreneurship training under the GI Bill allows eligible Servicemembers and Veterans to use VA education benefits to take entrepreneurship courses offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA). For questions regarding VA Small and Veteran Business Programs, call (866) 584–2344 or visit VA.gov and search “entrepreneurship training.”

The Chamber of Commerce Veterans Guide is meant to help Veterans looking to start their own business. It offers business resources, funding possibilities, and covers several frequently asked questions. ChamberOfCommerce.org/ Veterans-Guide-To-Starting-A-Business

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TUESDAY, NOV. 10 JAX CHAMBER VETERANS APPRECIATION BREAKFAST A breakfast honoring the Veterans and retired military personnel living in Northeast Florida.

8:30 a.m., 121 Financial Park, 310 A. Philip Randolph Liberty Life shares this Blvd, Purchase tickets at MyJaxChamber.com/Events, Rachel.Harris@MyJaxChamber.com month’s event list with The Liberty Coast, which UNIVERSITY of NORTH FLORIDA VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE 10:30 a.m., Veterans Plaza, UNF Student is the home of America’s Union, 1 UNF Dr., Southside, MVRC@UNF.edu. friendliest military and Veteran community.

MARINE & NAVY FMF CORPSMEN MEMORIAL 4 p.m., Evergreen Cemetery, 4535 Main St., Northside, Remember to set your clock back an hour JSFS.USMC@gmail.com. before bed Saturday, Oct. 31, to be on WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11 time for all the fun.

JACKSONVILLE VETERANS DAY PARADE City of Jacksonville’s annual parade, the largest in Florida, DAYLIGHT SAVINGS honoring Veterans. 11:01 a.m., Prime F. Osborn III TIME ends at 2 a.m.

Convention Center, 1000 Water St., Downtown Sunday, Nov. 1.

Jacksonville, SpecialEvents.COJ.net,(904) 255-5422.

VETERANS DAY RIDE This year’s ride features a trip across the river via ferry and four stops: VFW Kingsland Military Veterans and Their Families Post 8385, VFW Byrd-Wallace Post 4351, American Legion Post 54, and FRA Branch 290. Bring your helmet, WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 as one stop is in Georgia. 10:30 a.m., The Southern CELEBRATION of VALOR & JACKSONVILLE Grill, 800 Flagler Ave., Southbank, FB. JAGUARS FOUNDATION PRESS CONFERENCE Me/e/3uUwDfXar, free.

10 a.m., City Hall Atrium, 117 W. Duval St., Downtown, THURSDAY, NOV. 12 COJ.net/Valor, (904) 255-5550.

JACKSONVILLE VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC/ FRIDAY, OCT. 30 COMMUNITY WHOLE HEALTH SUMMIT— JACKSONVILLE VET CENTER MOBILE OUTREACH VIRTUAL EVENT Learn about The Liberty Coast’s VA 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront, Mental Health Services, substance use treatment, home(904) 399-8351. lessness programming, primary care social work, suicide SUNDAY, NOV. 1 prevention, and more. 10 a.m.-noon, Jessica.Bradstreet@VA.gov for Webex info.

SHE SERVED SERIES 1—WOMEN in UNIFORM— HER WHY—VIRTUAL EVENT A panel discussion with THURSDAY-SATURDAY, NOV. 12-DEC. 12 women who share “why” they served in uniform.

USO ARMED FORCES HALF MARATHON & 2 p.m., Zoom ID: 998 3879 5134, Passcode: 312700, FREEDOM VIRTUAL 5K Register at (904) 862-6029.

JaxUSOHalfMarathon.com, MDegance@USO.org, TUESDAY, NOV. 3 $35 before November 1, $45 regular.

VIETNAM VETERANS SPEAK—The THINGS THEY FRIDAY, NOV. 13 CARRIED—VIRTUAL EVENT A panel discussion with VETERANS APPRECIATION LUNCH Enjoy a free Vietnam Veterans. 6:30 p.m., Zoom ID: 945 7904 lunch of hotdogs, burgers, chips and beverages.

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11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wicked Branding & Graphix, 4737 SUNDAY, NOV. 8 Dellwood Ave., Murray Hill, Facebook.com/ JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS VS. HOUSTON TEXANS WickedGFXJax, free.

MILITARY APPRECIATION GAME 1 p.m., TIAA FIVE STATEMENTS: BUSINESS WORDS of Bank Field, 1 TIAA Bank Field Dr., Sports Complex, WISDOM Vietnam Veteran Hank Picken shares some Jaguars.com. secrets to entrepreneurial success. Picken served as an infantry captain for the U.S. Army before founding COUNCILMEMBER PITTMAN’S VETERANS DAY Beaumont Products in the ‘90s. Noon, VBOC.org, free.

COMMEMORATION 2 p.m., Old City Cemetery, Intersection of East Union and Cemetery Street, SATURDAY, NOV. 14 Springfield, Mercedes@COJ.net.

WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT CARRY SHE SERVED SERIES 2—WOMEN in COMBAT— FORWARD 5K—VIRTUAL EVENT Register at NEW GROUND—VIRTUAL EVENT A panel CarryFoward@WoundedWarriorProject.org discussion about changing roles and challenges of 9TH ANNUAL SALUTE to VETERANS 5K Virtual women serving in the military. 2 p.m., Zoom ID: 949 option also available. 5K 4 p.m., Patriotic Paws Parade 0298 8427, Passcode: 900373, (904) 862-6029.

5 p.m., Intuition Ale Works, 929 E. Bay St., Downtown MONDAY-FRIDAY, NOV. 9-13 Jacksonville, 1stplacesports.com/races/salute, JustInTime2Run@gmail.com.

VETERANS ART DISPLAY City Hall Atrium, 117 W. Duval St., Downtown, (904) 255-5550.

WRITERS for WARRIORS Local authors JE Mooney and Andrew Stack host this book signing to benefit K9s MONDAY, NOV.9 for Warriors. 2-6 p.m. Ancient City Brewing, 420 SHE SERVED SERIES 3—The EVOLUTION of Agricultural Center Dr., Ste. 8, St. Augustine, MILITARY WOMEN—VIRTUAL EVENT A panel VisitStAugustine.com/Event/Writers-Warriors, free. discussion about how the military has evolved as more FRIDAY, NOV. 20 women serve to include rules on marriage, pregnancy, uniforms, duty stations, and career options. 7 p.m., MILITARY & VETERAN JOB FAIR 10 a.m.—2 p.m., Zoom ID: 973 6176 6280, Passcode: 932819, East Club, TIAA Bank Field, 1 TIAA Bank Field Dr., Sports Complex, KenJohns@coj.net.

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MONDAY & TUESDAY, NOV. 23 & 24 BOOTS to BUSINESS Register with the base’s Transition Assistance Program’s Fleet & Family Support Center by calling (904) 542-5578, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., NAS Jax, VBOC.org.

In Town & Online NIGHTS of LIGHTS The annual winter celebration is back in the Ancient City. Enjoy extended hours at local establishments, special tours, and millions of lights.

Nov. 14-Jan. 31, Downtown St. Augustine, VisitStAugustine.com/Event/Nights-Lights, free.

ANTIQUE CAR SHOW & OPEN HOUSE Enjoy the weekend with music, snacks and good conversations at the former NAS Cecil Field. All donations benefit the American Cancer Society. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Cecil Pines Adult Living Community, 6008 Lake Cove Ave., Cecil Commerce Center, CecilPines. org, free.

ATLANTIC BEACH ARTS MARKET Enjoy classes and a daily market 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 1805 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, AtlanticBeachArtsMarket.com.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK The Art Galleries of St. Augustine hosts this monthly event for visitors to explore the Old City’s 30-some-odd galleries after hours. 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, Downtown St. Augustine, STAAA.org.

ORANGE PARK FARMERS MARKET Voted best farmer’s market in Northeast Florida, this market features more than 100 vendors, fresh food, live music, and locally-made crafts. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 & 15, Town Hall Park, 2042 Park Ave., Orange Park, OrangeParkMarket.com.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Now with two ways to shop and support local businesses, this weekly market is open online 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and in-person 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, 715 Riverside Ave., Riverside, RiversideAvondale.org.

ST. MARYS COMMUNITY MARKET Discover unique crafts, fresh produce, and more from local vendors at this open-air market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Pavilion, 100 Osborne St., Downtown St. Marys, (912) 882-4000.

Veteran’s Small Business Week BAIL TEAM PANEL DISCUSSION Learn how to start your business off on the right foot and how building your BAIL team—broker, attorney, insurance agent, lawyer—can help you avoid painful mistakes from the beginning. Must register to attend. 3 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 9, VBOC.org, free.

FRANCHISES: IS THIS THE RIGHT PATH FOR YOU? Marshall Reddy explains the franchise concept and the benefits of engaging a no-cost franchise broker before buying. Must register to attend. Noon Friday, Nov. 6, VBOC.org, free.

PAYCHECKS 4 PATRIOTS Veterans learn about job opportunities, the VA disability claim process, entrepreneurship and more. Must register to attend.

10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 CSNEFLEvents.com/Event/Paycheck-For-Patriot, DMoor@CareerSourceNEFL.com, free.

Thanksgiving VIRTUAL 5K TURKEY TROT Bring out your turkey hats and costumes; it’s time for the revenge of the birds.

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COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICES

Connecting The Liberty Coast Veterans with their benefits

Each of the six counties on The Liberty Coast operate a Veterans Service Office. Staffed by certified and skilled experts, they do the important work of helping Veterans and their families apply for and access their earned benefits, among other services. Benefits include VA disability ratings, healthcare eligibility, GI Bill, education, vocational rehabilitation and employment programs. They also connect Veterans and their families with many other VA and community resources.

Please contact the offices to confirm walk-in or appointment-based services.

St. Mary’s Veterans Field Service Office (Camden County) Roger “Steve” Futch, Veteran Field Service Officer Located inside the St. Marys VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in the Kings Bay Village Shopping Center. 2603 Osborne Road, St. Marys, GA 31588, 912.510.3440, Roger.Futch@vs.state.ga.us, Veterans.Georgia.gov/ Locations/St-Marys.

Nassau County Veterans Services Bob Sullivan, Veterans Services Officer Located in Robert M. Foster Justice Center. 76347 Veterans Way, Yulee, FL 32097, 904.548.4670, BSullivan@NassauClerk.com, NassauClerk.com/ Veterans-Service.

Duval County Military Affairs and Veterans Department Rafael Santiago, Veterans Services Office Supervisor This large staff of specialized military and Veteran professionals are located in Jacksonville’s City Hall (St. James Building, Suite 175) in Downtown Jacksonville. Walk-Ins welcome 8:00am-5:00pm, 117 West Duval St, Ste 175, Jacksonville, FL 32202, 904.255.5550, VetsVCS@COJ.net.

Baker County Veterans Service Office Tony Esterling, Veterans Services Officer Located at 55 N. 3rd Street, A-6 Center Office, Macclenny, FL, 904.259.2516, CountyOffice.org and browse by office, Veterans Affairs Departments.

Clay County Office of Veterans Services Kimberley Glover, Veterans Services Officer Located in the Clay County Administrative Building at 477 Houston Street, 2nd Floor, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, 904.269.6326, Kimberly.

Glover@ClayCountyGov.com, ClayCountyGov.com/Departments/ Veterans-Services.

St.Johns County Veterans Service Office Joseph D. “Mac” McDermott (CVSO), County Senior Service Officer Located in the St. Johns County Health and Human Services Building with service by appointment. 200 San Sebastian View, Suite 1400 St. Augustine, FL 32084, 904.209.6160, SJCFL.us/VeteransServices.

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