PRIDELY - Northeast Florida Vol 2

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

Black Sheep Restaurant

Casual eatery plating locally sourced Southern chow plus a full bar serving craft beers & cocktails.

1534 Oak St Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32204

Phone: (904) 380-3091 | Web: blacksheep5points.com

Harry’s Seafood, Bar & Grille

Hip spot fixing up New Orleans-inspired fare, from jambalaya to signature cocktails.

46 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Phone: (904) 824-7765 | Web: hookedonharrys.com

Bb’s Restaurant and Bar

Buzzing bistro serving innovative New American dishes & sweets from a dessert case amid chic digs.

1019 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207

Phone: (904) 306-0100 | Web: bbsrestaurant.com

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Raintree Restaurant

Fancy throwback specializing in steak & seafood with a fireplace & koi pond.

102 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, FL

Forgotten Tonic

American small plates & mains join cocktails & wine at chic bistro with occasional live music.

6 Aviles St, St. Augustine, FL

Taverna

Trendy wine bar serving brickoven pizzas & seasonal Italian & Spanish eats in sleek, warm digs.

1986 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL

Town Hall Restaurant

Jacksonville

Restaurant serving up beer & wines from around the world, plus a popular daily happy hour.

2012 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL

Ice Plant Bar

Set in a 1927 industrial building, this eatery offers locally sourced dishes & seasonal cocktails.

110 Riberia St, St. Augustine, FL

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Polished eatery with locally sourced seafood & expansive views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

14549 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL

Llama Restaurant

Artful presentations of Peruvian specialties are featured in a charming setting with an intimate feel.

415 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL

Biscottis

Convivial bistro serving small plates, sandwiches, salads & brunch in a historic, brick-lined space.

3556 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL

Blackfly The Restaurant

Contemporary seafood joint with vibrant, art-lined walls offering the day’s catch, sushi & pizza.

108 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL

MAR 31 Springing The Blues

One of the most highly anticipated music events in the State, the free three-day festival features performances by blues legends and emerging artists who fuse blues with other influences, including rock, funk, soul, swing, boogie, roots, hip-hop and gospel. Learn more at springingtheblues.com.

APR 22

Jacksonville Taco & Margarita Festival

Find over 40 of Jacksonville’s best restaurants, food trucks & carts serving up an amazing variety of mouthwatering tacos & related food items. There will be bars and beverage stations serving margaritas, tequila, ice cold beer, water, soda & more. Learn more at visitjacksonville.com.

Apr 23

Strides for Pride 5K

Strides for Pride is a 5k Run/Walk for kids of all ages! More than 1,000 folks filled the park in 2016 to show their pride and support for LGBTQ young people. The course begins and ends in Riverside Park and loops through residential riverside - passing by the JASMYN House! Register online at www.racethread.com.

MAY 25

Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2023

The festival will kick off with the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition presented by Keyboard Connection on Thursday, May 25th followed by three days of live, free entertainment along the St. Johns River! Join the City of Jacksonville and experience multiple stages of live entertainment, local food, drinks, shopping and more! Learn more at jacksonvillejazzfest.com.

JUN 24

Bold Matsuri

Bold Matsuri is Jacksonville, FL’s annual Anime and Cosplay Festival. Our convention will feature many events and activities during the weekend

for our attendees to take part in such as meeting their favorite guest, participating in guest panels, contests, a gaming area, and cosplay/anime focused after-hour events. Learn more at boldmatsuri.com.

JUL 17

Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament & Festival

The annual event is a long-standing tradition for residents of the Jacksonville area. More than 300 boats fish the weeklong event for thousands of dollars in prizes. There will be a food festival, live entertainment, exhibitors, and a boat display. Learn more at kingfishtournament.com.

AUG 12

Jacksonville Caribbean Carnival

The Annual Jacksonville Caribbean Carnival brings the beauty and culture of the Caribbean to Jacksonville. No trip to the Caribbean this year? No worries, the Caribbean is coming to you! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

SEP 16

RiverFest on the St. John’s River 2023

Enjoy a day on a St John’s River Taxi listening to: Sean McCarthy, Joe Downing, Dave Signs, Beth Travers, John McDonald, Godiva Simonic, J Lawton Turner, Ray Boone, and Mac Martin! Learn more at events. eventgroove.com.

OCT 1

River City Pride Parade 2023

To produce an annual event that fosters a sense of community, encourages LGBTQIA+ citizens to live openly, promotes fellowship with our allies, opposes discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression and provides financial and community support to LGBTQIA+ oriented non-profit organizations in the local area. Learn more at jaxrcpride.org.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

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SILVERSEA OCEANIA REGENT SEVEN SEAS SEABOURN

NOV 4

PorchFest

Jacksonville PorchFest is a family-friendly, free event featuring musicians from a wide variety of genres and draws over 10,000 people to the neighborhood. The eighth annual Jacksonville PorchFest will have more than 75 food and art vendors, over 25 bands and performing artists. Learn more at jacksonvilleporchfest.org.

DEC 7

Deck the Chairs

Deck The Chairs believes our Beaches is a beacon of light. We work throughout the year on Jax Beach Deck The Chairs creating new ways to interact and inspire young minds. We hope to be a catalyst sparking other communities in collaborative public/private creative partnerships that lift our next generation. Learn more at deckthechairs.org.

JAN 2024 TBD

Dazzling Nights

Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens will transform into a magical wonderland this holiday season featuring a million dazzling lights, shining forests, magical displays and beautiful sculptures during “Dazzling Nights™”, a family friendly adventure that gives guests the opportunity to embark on a three-quarter-mile interactive holiday experience. Learn more at visitjacksonville.com.

FEB 2024 TBD

World of Nations

Traveling around the world in a day is so much easier during the World of Nations Celebration. Celebrate over 30 years of exploration and experience the cuisine, artistry and customs from lands near and far as you travel throughout Tailgaters Parking for this unique two-day event. Learn more at visitjacksonville.com.

EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

PFLAG

The PFLAG Chapter Network--with over 400 chapters across the country--provides confidential peer support, education, and advocacy to LGBTQ+ people, their parents and families, and allies.

Web: pflagjax.org

JASMYN

JASMYN staff, youth, and community health and safety are at the core of our mission and we working to respond to the COVID-19 virus while still remaining open to offer limited youth services.

Web: www.jasmyn.org

LGBTQ CENTER

Committed to advocacy, equality, community, and support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and allied students, faculty, staff, the Jacksonville community & surrounding areas.

(904) 620-4720 | unf.edu/lgbtqcenter

JACKSONVILLE CENTER FOR SEXUAL HEALTH

At Jacksonville Center for Sexual Health, you’ll find a skilled therapist who can help you on your path to better mental health. While our practice originally served clients seeking counseling for issues related to sexual health, we have expanded. We now provide personalized care for a variety of needs.

12443 San Jose Blvd #202, Jacksonville, FL 32223

(904) 383-7613 | jaxsexualhealth.com

HAMBURGER MARY’S

Hamburger Mary’s is your place to Eat, Drink, and Be… MARY! Stop by for tasty apps, juicy burgers, and delicious desserts, all served up with a side of sass! Then stick around for one of our nightly events. Mary also cooks up some mean omelettes and other savory and sweet dishes during our Sunday brunch.

3333 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32207

hamburgermarys.com/jax/ | (904) 551-2048