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Reasons for hope expressed at annual OneJax interfaith service
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In 1917, Rabbi Israel Kaplan of Congregation Ahavath Chesed – The Temple held an interfaith service of gratitude probably never dreaming 100 years later his synagogue would celebrate the centennial service with clergy from all over Jacksonville. At the Nov. 16 service, themed Reasons for Hope, Rabbi Mathew Cohen welcomed members of the community to a service which included music and song, expressions of gratitude shared by religious leaders, dance performed by Native American Aztec dancers, a sermon by Rabbi Cohen, a blessing of gifts by Rev. Dr. Nicholas Louh of St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church and a call to action by Rev. Dr. Kyle Reese of Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church. The service was concluded with a benediction by Rev. Clare Chance of Avondale United Methodist Church and the John Lennon song, “Imagine,” sung by the Interfaith Choir. More than two dozen clergy from a variety of faiths and denominations participated in the annual service hosted by OneJax, an interfaith organization whose vision is an inclusive community where difference is welcomed and celebrated.
Preemies blessed through annual tasting event Sarah Sharaf and Omar Gayasaddin joined hundreds of March of Dimes supporters at the 27th Annual Signature Chefs Auction, tasting their way through samples from local chefs such as Tom Gray of Moxie Kitchen + Cocktails, Michael McKinney of Restaurant Orsay and Alexander Yim of Matthew’s Restaurant. Read More, Page 31
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Attending the highly-anticipated Florida Forum Speaker Series event featuring Tom Brokaw were Deborah Gervin, Kaye Glover, Elli Zimmerman, Jane Pomar and Alex Ackerman. Read More, Page 22
Helping to put a spotlight on connecting with those who are “differently-abled,” North Florida School of Special Education students K.J. McCreary (left) and Drew Crass (second from right) pose before a fashion show with their escorts Xiomara and Brandon. Read More, Page 26
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When it comes to competitive sports at Robert E. Lee High School, football, basketball and track are top of mind. Swimming is not usually associated with the Riversidebased high school, but Coach Tom Anson said its popularity is catching on as the numbers of swimmers increase. Recently the Robert E. Lee Generals Girls relay team advanced from the FHSAA 3A District meet to the Regions Swimming and Diving meet held in late October. “This is the first relay team to accomplish such a feat in the last 30 years,” said Anson. “I graduated from Robert E. Lee in 1996 and swam for the Generals as well. I wanted to find a way to give back to the Riverside community and volunteered to coach last year.” The Generals compete in a district stacked with the likes of Bartram Trail (2016 Girls State Champions), Atlantic Coast, Nease, Creekside, St. Augustine and Oakleaf high schools. “These young adults were so excited to represent their school at Regions, held at the Florida State University pool, and have such a passion for the sport,” said Anson. “These five are as dedicated as it gets and never miss practice. We were one spot away last year from making Regions in this event and they came back this year, and all improved to drop their overall time by four seconds and advance.”
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Editor’s Note When my husband and I moved to Jacksonville six years ago after living in Pittsburgh for 30 years, we knew we had to create some new traditions. It wasn’t enough to trade snowscapes and evergreens for sand and palm trees, we needed to become part of the community. On Thanksgiving Day 2011, we walked through the Shoppes of Avondale and discovered a delightful window display full of nutcrackers of all shapes and sizes. Only later did I realize it was an oriental rug shop and not a Christmas shop! It’s now a tradition, as editor of The Resident, to annually capture a shot of Hooshang and a nutcracker. Other neighborhood traditions have also become part of ours, such as attending Christmas in Avondale on Dec. 2 and the decades-old annual Riverside Avondale Luminaria Night on Dec. 17. This is also the second year of a new tradition in Ortega Forest, as residents there hold block parties, and tour the luminaria and holiday displays on decorated bicycles and golf carts. Traditions are often the glue that holds a family – or a community – together. In this issue you’ll find some traditions shared by local families that may inspire you to create a new one this year. On behalf of The Resident Community News Group, I wish our readers and our loyal advertisers the merriest holiday season ever! Kate A. Hallock Managing Editor
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Memorial Park placed on National Register of Historic Places By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News Map of I-95 southbound to Stockton Street ramp closure detours
Stockton Street ramp closure forces alternative routes Westside residents who routinely use the Stockton Street exit from I-95 southbound will need to learn which of two detours will work best for the next year. The project which the Florida Department of Transportation is calling “Your10and95 operational improvements project” implemented a long-term closure of the ramp from Interstate 95 southbound to Stockton Street for approximately one year, beginning November 13. The closure may extend longer than a year due to weather, holidays and other unforeseen delays, according to FDOT. As part of the project’s operational improvements, crews will be constructing new dedicated Stockton and Irene Street ramps in an overall effort to reduce weaving and improve operations on Interstate 10 at Interstate 95. During this extended closure, motorists on Interstate 95 southbound can take the Forest Street exit to Margaret Street which turns into Edison Avenue or take Interstate 10 westbound and use the McDuff Avenue exit to Edison Avenue – both detours will reconnect to Stockton Street.
Detour signs are posted to help redirect motorists affected by the closure. Interstate 95 southbound to Forest Street detour: Motorists traveling on Interstate 95 southbound can take the Forest Street exit and make a right onto Forest Street, then a left onto Margaret Street which turns into Edison Avenue which will reconnect to Stockton Street. Interstate 95 southbound to Interstate 10 westbound detour: Motorists traveling on Interstate 95 southbound can also take Interstate 10 westbound to the McDuff Avenue exit. Once at the exit, make a right on McDuff Avenue, then make another right on Edison Avenue which will reconnect to Stockton Street. The project began in May 2017 with completion anticipated in summer 2020, depending on weather, holidays and unforeseen circumstances. FDOT hired Archer Western as the contractor to complete the $126 million project.
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The base of “Spiritualized Life,” the bronze statue in Memorial Park, was empty of water for years before it was restored in 2015.
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Jacksonville residents may never look at trees the same way after they get acquainted with two new websites. One has an interactive database of the city’s tree canopy and another tracks tree removal permits and how the city is using the money developers pay in mitigation. The website, JaxDigsTrees.org, accesses the database for the tree canopy survey Featuring completed over the summer by Plan-It Geo, which used geospatial technology to assess the density of the canopy in Duval County. Doors Open - 2:30pm Why does canopy density matter? Trees Concert Starts - 3:00pm not only provide habitat for wildlife, they clean air and water and reduce flooding. They also can increase the economic value Surprise for the Kids! of property. For instance, a mature shade Wear your favorite tree planted on the south side of a Jacksonville Ugly Holiday Sweater! house can reduce summer energy consumption by as much as 20 percent, according to JEA. The website’s tools allow a user to access the data in a variety of ways – to check overall density, to see wildlife corridors, Free Parking heat islands, storm water and other inforSeating – First Come, First Served mation useful in planning the tree planting for both the city and property owners. 645 Oak Street, Jacksonville, Florida The data is organized by City Council Friday Musicale is proud to be able to offer districts and census tracts. So, for instance, our concert series free of charge and District 5, which includes San Marco, St. open to the public. Nicholas and San Jose, has a tree density of 42 percent and District 14, which includes Riverside, Avondale, Murray Hill and Ortega, has 45 percent. The data indicates both CSB_JacksonvilleQtrPgVerticalGilPomarAd.qxp_Layout 1 3/27/17 PM their Page canopy 1 districts could 12:52 increase by 19
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St. Johns Quarter residents to benefit from improved storm water drainage By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News For the next four months, residents on Osceola Street in Riverside will continue to be inconvenienced by road closures, noise, and torn-up sidewalks as the City of Jacksonville completes a six-month project to replace a collapsing storm drain leading from Riverside Avenue to the St. Johns River. The street is also collapsing due to failure of the original brick sewer. Normal storm water drainage is not efficient since the systems in place are inadequate and too old, according to project documents. The project was put into the Capital Improvements Plan in 2015, well before Hurricane Irma’s storm surge flooded the St. Johns Quarter – a historic neighborhood located in a two-by-two block area between Riverside Avenue and the St. Johns River and between Stockton Street and Goodwin Street. The project will rebuild the drainage system from Riverside Avenue to the St Johns River, according to Tom Fallin, City Engineer. The nearly $366,744.17 project was awarded to Kirby Development in July 2017 and consists of removing the existing brick storm sewer, existing inlets, curb and gutter and sidewalks along Osceola, then installing a new drainage system with inlets to provide adequate drainage for the two-block segment. Osceola Street will be reconstructed along with curb and gutter and paver sidewalks to match the historical area requirements. The contractor will also install two new fire hydrants and 10 new individual
service connections to the homes on Osceola Street. The Jacksonville Energy Authority will replace and upgrade 625 linear feet of an existing 2-inch water main with a new 6-inch water main. That portion of the project is estimated at $127,455.60 for a total project cost of $494,199.77. Some of the existing sanitary sewer services will also be replaced with new PVC sewer services to the property line, according to Greg Corcoran, JEA spokesperson. “Once completed, this project will increase water pressure, provide for better water/sewer service reliability and additional fire protection,” he noted. Although notices were sent to affected property owners prior to project initiation, several residents weren’t happy with the timing of the project coming on the heels Residents of Villa Riva Condos have a birds-eye view of the drainage project at River Boulevard of clean-up after the Sept. 11 hurricane and and Osceola Street. storm surge through the neighborhood, according to Mike Pyne, who lives two doors down from the corner of Osceola Street and St. Johns Avenue. According to Fallin, a community meeting was held the week of Oct. 30 to address the concerns. Pyne said thus far construction workers have been highly responsive to any inadvertent damage caused during the project, citing one instance when a backhoe clipped a wrought iron fence. “The homeowner wasn’t there so they asked me to convey their desire to repair it promptly,” said Pyne. The construction schedule notes anticipated completion of the drainage portion by the end of the year, with pavement replacement beginning in January and project completion in late March, early April 2018. Osceola Street is closed to thru-traffic until March 2018 while a drainage project is underway.
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By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News More than a year after approval by the Downtown Development Review Board, a new self-storage facility is under construction at the site of what was once Knauer’s Hardware in the Brooklyn area. The Nuvo Company, with headquarters in Winter Park, Florida, plans to build a 5-story, 91,700-square-foot self-storage unit at 340 Myrtle Avenue between Elm and Elder Streets. Rendering for Myrtle Avenue frontage of Nuvo Self-Storage The DDRB approved the company’s application in September 2016 and an initial permit was granted Aug. 23, 2017 to clear the 0.73-acre site. A construction permit for over $6 million was approved Nov. 3, 2017. The application requested a deviation for height, exceeding the 45-foot limit under Residential Medium Density (RMD-C) zoning by 20 feet. The DDRB approved the application and the deviation, but included a few conditions such as locating the retail entrance on Myrtle Avenue and providing a 6-foot wide sidewalk, and considering a one-way drive from Elder Street to allow for additional greenspace around an existing tree. The preliminary drawings and information submitted indicate that the project will have a stucco façade and will include decorative metal awnings, fencing, and A new self-storage facility will be located in Brooklyn near I-95. niche landscape plantings. The development will include a small parking lot with a The location for the new self-storage Axton allegedly threw a flaming torch drop-off and loading zone located between facility is the former site of Knauer’s through the window of the hardware store, the rear of the structure and I-95. Hardware, which burned down in 1956 then left Jacksonville shortly thereafter with Although The Resident reached out Nuvo after a Robert E. Lee High School graduation a $23,000 judgment hanging over his head. for a project completion date, there was no night prank involving the late Hoyt Axton, The remains of the hardware store were response as of press time. went wrong. demolished in 1998.
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5 Points Wendy’s to get a new look Early March opening planned Where Seton Hall once stood, St. Vincent’s HealthCare plans to build a new heart and vascular pavilion.
St. Vincent’s HealthCare announced plans for a new $55 million heart and vascular pavilion at St. Vincent’s Riverside, with groundbreaking scheduled for summer 2018 and a projected opening in the fall of 2019. It will be located along the river, on King Street, where Seton Hall previously stood. The project is currently in the design phase, according to Kyle Sieg, St. Vincent’s HealthCare spokesperson. The pavilion will include 30 medical and surgical rooms and 30 intensive care rooms, but will primarily be used for heart and vascular needs, including two nursing units devoted to caring for patients
who undergo open-heart surgeries and other cardiovascular procedures. Tom VanOsdol, president and CEO of St. Vincent’s HealthCare, said the pavilion is an investment in those they serve. “This project will enable us to even more comprehensively and holistically meet our community’s health needs at the right place, time, and value, with readily available convenient access to state-of-the-art, market-leading care,” said VanOsdol. St. Vincent’s has a tradition of innovation in local cardiac care going back nearly 60 years, when one of the first heart surgeons at St. Vincent’s performed the city’s first open-heart surgery.
By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News Almost a year to the day residents and businesses in Riverside viewed plans and gave feedback for a brand-new Wendy’s restaurant on Park Street, the 42-year-old former structure was demolished. The demolition permit was issued Oct. 26 to Realco Recycling Company, which had bid $15,000 for complete structure demolition. Eleven days later the 20-foothigh, 2,144-square-foot fast food restaurant was gone. A review of permits found at building inspections.coj.net indicates 12 permits totaling $917,200 were issued for the $1.5 million project. The majority of the cost,
$650,000, will be for construction of a new 24-foot-high, 2,433-square-foot building by North Coast Construction Co. Electrical work was estimated at $108,768; $45,000 for utility connections; $40,000 for tree removal and site clearing; $20,000 for a dumpster enclosure, and almost $28,500 in signage. Since the property is not within the boundary of the Riverside Avondale Historic District, no Certificate of Appropriateness is required for the new design. The restaurant is currently scheduled to be open again in early March 2018, according to Weston Persons, brand marketing manager for Meritage Hospitality Group, which owns and operates over 250 Wendy’s restaurants. “Given that this a scrape and rebuild project, this date is subject to change based on construction progress,” said Persons. “To my understanding, things have been going smoothly for the team though.”
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to install dental CAT (computerized axial tomography) scan equipment, and is now using second-generation Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) technology to diagnose and treat patients. CBCT technology gives the doctor a unique ability to visualize true three-dimensional anatomy of the teeth, jaws and facial skeleton, as well as other vital structures of the head and neck region in precise and extreme detail. CBCT enhances diagnosis and treatment planning, greatly benefiting patients. In addition, as a periodontist, Dr. Berdy uses CBCT technology to assess bone loss gum attachment levels in greater detail to make more precise diagnoses. And, as a result, he is better equipped to perform regenerative surgical treatments to prolong the life of teeth.
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Bishop Estévez dedicates new accessible ramp, courtyard at St. Paul’s By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News Parishioners at St. Paul’s Catholic Church were thrilled and honored to have Bishop Felipe J. Estévez of the Catholic Diocese of Saint Augustine bless the installation of a new accessibility feature on the campus in Riverside. During the dedication service, Estévez noted St. Paul’s Catholic Church had taken the lead of all the parishes in the Diocese to act on a vision of inclusion regarding the celebration of the sacraments with persons with disabilities, which had been published in June 2017 by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. “Your sacrifice enabling the parish to have this extra facility is an act of love.
Father George Vaniyapurackal, Bishop Felipe J. Estévez and Anne Sulzbacher, Women’s Guild president, cut the ribbon for the new ADA ramp for the fellowship hall as William Nash IV, Altar Server Ministry coordinator, looks on.
This little gesture makes a big difference in their lives,” he said, referring to the disabled in the parish. After raising funds for more than six years, the Women’s Guild at the church presented a check for $30,000 toward the $78,000 cost of a concrete ramp leading from a new concrete courtyard to the congregation’s social hall/auditorium. “The need was so great,” said Anne Sulzbacher, St. Paul’s Catholic Women’s Guild president. “Every year for many years, we put something aside for this project.” The Guild was established in 1923, the first in the Diocese, and is a member of the Council of Catholic Women. “The Guild is not primarily a fundraising organization. It exists to provide spiritual support and growth, as well as to encourage friendships and camaraderie among the members and to provide some financial help to the parish,” said Sulzbacher. “The women work hard to put on dinners and other parties, and the parishioners turn out for a good time and are very generous, so in a way we accomplish all our goals.” The general contractor was J.C. Harward & Associates, according to Tony Zeaiter, business manager for the parish. “John and his father actually went to school at St. Paul, so it was a blessing to have them head the project,” Zeaiter said. Also recognized at the dedication for their efforts in were Chuck Parliment of Parliment Building Products, District 14 Councilman Jim Love and his executive assistant Kevin Kuzel, who is a member of St. Paul’s, Lisa Sheppard of the Jacksonville Historic Planning Commission, and Jane Lanier, president and chief development officer for St. Vincent’s HealthCare Foundation.
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Readings, writing and partying at JaxbyJax The annual JaxbyJax Literary Arts Festival showcased the community’s thriving writing scene by sharing the voices of 28 local writers Nov. 11 at 13 venues in the Park and King Streets neighborhood. Organized by Florida State College Jacksonville English professor and Riverside resident Tim Gilmore, the four-hour event allowed writers to present a variety of works from poetry to novel excerpts, and more. Prior to the readings, 10 student writers from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, the University of North Florida, and FSCJ shared their talents at a student showcase at Il Desco. Outside the restaurant, Women Writing for a Change held a pop-up writing event, inviting passers-by to write a six-word memoir or contribute to a community poem. Following the literary arts festival, an after-party was held at CoRK Arts District, where local musician Arvid Smith provided musical entertainment. Andres Rojas and Tim Gilmore, event organizer
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Library friends landscape for 50th anniversary in 2018 keep the plants low enough that they wouldn’t obstruct the view out of the picture windows across the front of the library. The only area that is backed by brick is the area behind the flagpole, thus making that area the perfect spot for a few taller, more distinctive plants. Since the library gets a lot of bicycle traffic, the landscaping will be followed by much-needed new bicycle racks on both sides of the front and other enhancements yet to be determined. The group is looking forward to having all of the improvements in place for the library’s 50th anniversary celebration December 2018. John Peck, Elizabeth Breting, Flo Rando, Jay Stuckey, president of Friends of Murray Hill Library, Hella Shull, Mary Lou Sutherlin and Janet Ducat, Murray Hill Library manager
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Betsy Lovett’s Angel Tree makes an appearance for the 20th year in Old St. Andrew’s. The tree, donated annually by the Ortega resident, is a tradition that predates the Jacksonville Historical Society’s 15-year-old Gingerbread Extravaganza. The Angel Tree anchors a dozen themed trees inside the Gingerbread Extravaganza created by the Junior League of Jacksonville Sustainers. For the fifth year, the St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School third-grade class of Drew Haramis is creating a local history-themed gingerbread exhibit. The students constructed Kingsley Plantation, Duval County’s oldest existing home. Ortega’s Lauren Conners and Louie Body are also seasoned builders. Last year, they were part of a construction team which created the well-known Griswold “Christmas Vacation” home. This year, they entered a gingerbread fantasy exhibit in the show. Avondale residents Jean Grimsley and daughter, Sophie, along with Kate Begley have participated in the Gingerbread Extravaganza for six years. Their show entry is a mid-20th century modern home and can be seen through Dec. 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Sundays, at Old St. Andrews, 317 A. Philip Randolph Blvd. It opens at 10 a.m. on Saturdays.
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Nov. 30 – Dec. 23
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Gingerbread House Extravaganza
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Nov. 30 – Dec. 23, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Old St. Andrews, 317 A. Philip Randolph Blvd.
Thursday, Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Regions Bank, 1604 Margaret St.
Sunday, Dec. 17, 6-8 p.m. Riverside Avenue Christian Church, 2841 Riverside Ave.
Enjoy dozens of delightful gingerbread creations at the annual show, sponsored by the Jacksonville Historical Society. For more information, call (904) 665-004.
Dec. 01 London Calling: 2017 Art & Antiques Show Friday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 3, Noon to 5 p.m. Prime Osborne Convention Center, 1000 Water St.
Over 40 art and antiques dealers from across the country and Europe; lectures by local and international experts; and the annual Children’s Fashion Show featuring current and former Wolfson Children’s Hospital patients.
Riverside Avondale Preservation and Regions Bank host the 2nd Annual Holiday Happy Hour. Limited-edition holiday candles by 5 Points Candle Co. will be unveiled, with a portion of proceeds to benefit RAP.
The annual nativity includes a live cast of characters and animals, Christmas crafts, concerts in the sanctuary, cookies and cider, and a visit with Santa.
Tree of Life Remembrance Service
Sunday, Dec. 17, dusk
Thursday, Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m. Community Hospice & Palliative Care, 4266 Sunbeam Road
The 27th annual Tree of Life and Candlelight Service of Remembrance includes refreshments, children’s activities and a musical performance prior to the service of remembrance.
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Friday, Dec. 1, 6-8 p.m. Riverside Avondale Preservation, 2623 Herschel St.
Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave.
Celebrate the holidays by wearing your ugliest sweater and enjoying local beers from one of Jacksonville’s breweries.
Community Nutcracker Friday-Saturday, Dec. 8-9, 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. performances Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St.
Christmas in Avondale Saturday, Dec. 2, 4-9 p.m. The Shoppes of Avondale, St. Johns Avenue between Van Wert and Talbot Avenues
31st Annual Historic Springfield Holiday Home Tour
Read & Romp Saturday, Dec. 2, 1-4 p.m. St. Vincent’s Family Medicine Center, 2627 Riverside Avenue
The 11th annual Read & Romp for children up to age 10 includes games, crafts, entertainment and activities, as well as giving away books and stuffed animals. Children’s Way 5K & Family Day Saturday, Dec. 2, 3 p.m. Ronald McDonald House, 824 Childrens Way
The family-friendly event features a race, a tour of the Ronald McDonald House and a Christmas Village in the parking lot. Register at 1stplacesports.com/races/ childrensway/
Dec. 06 Ebie: One Dickens of an Adaptation Wednesday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m. Riverside Avenue Christian Church, 2841 Riverside Ave.
A Christmas drama written by Jeff Hess and performed by the Riverside Drama Company, an after-school theater arts education program. Ebie Neiser is a young girl who finds she has some out-of-academics lessons to learn.
Sunday, Dec. 10, 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. blocks Sweet Pete’s Candy, 400 N. Hogan St.
Ticketed event ($5 per child) includes Santa and Mrs. Claus, cookie decorating, Disney “Frozen” Princesses Ana and Elsa, ornament-making with Olaf the Snowman, and much more. Go to sweetpetescandy.com to purchase tickets.
Monday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Duval Extension Office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave.
26th annual presentation of “The Nutcracker,” a two-act ballet directed and performed by local residents, raises funds for many local charities. Visit jaxnutcracker.org/tickets to purchase tickets.
Christmas in Avondale is a treasured tradition going back over 30 years, when the Avondale Merchant Association shuts down the streets and transforms it into a magical holiday experience.
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Join neighbors for a festive evening of luminaria kit-making, beverages and holiday cookies.
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Riverside Avondale Luminaria
Friday-Saturday, Dec. 8-9, 5-9 p.m.
Enjoy the magic of seven 100-year-oldplus homes decked out for the holidays. Roam the beautiful interiors of these historic buildings. Stroll the neighborhood by car, bike, or foot. Tickets are $12 in advance/$15 on tour days. Visit www. historicspringfield.org or call (904) 633-9308.
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Dec. 15 6th Annual Holiday Party and Toy Collection Benefit Friday, Dec. 15, 6-10 p.m. The Law Office of John M. Phillips, 4230 Ortega Blvd.
Bring an unwrapped toy to benefit local foster and adoption families and families in need. Enjoy a winter wonderland with Jaguars mascot Jaxson de Ville. Can’t make the party? Drop off a new, unwrapped toy any time prior to the event.
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Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Rethreaded, 820 Barnett Street
Shop for a cause, make and take home a Rethreaded holiday ornament, enjoy food and beverages.
Ortega Forest will hold its second luminaria event, with block parties, decorated bicycles and golf carts. Luminaria kits will be sold Saturday, Dec. 16, noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at John Stockton Elementary School, 4827 Carlisle Rd., while supplies last.
Dec. 30 Light Boat Parade Saturday, Dec. 30, 7:30-10:30 p.m. The Landing, Downtown Jacksonville
The annual Jacksonville Light Boat Parade typically includes dozens of power and sailboats all decked out for the holidays. After the boats make two circuits around the North and South Banks, a fireworks display will commence at 9:30 p.m.
Children’s Christmas Party of Jacksonville Saturday, Dec. 16, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (or until toys are gone) Prime Osborne Convention Center, 1000 Water St.
Saturday, Dec. 16, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave.
Enjoy live music, kids holiday activities and more than 100 artists, farmers, and makers. Photos with Santa Claus ($5) will benefit Friends of Jacksonville Animals.
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A family-friendly street party and toy drive will benefit the 19th Annual Children’s Christmas Party of Jacksonville. Music, food, activities and guest appearances by Santa Claus and cheerleaders from the Jacksonville Roar.
Mini-workshops on creating holiday wreaths, holiday cocktails, how to host a holiday party and more. Photos with Santa Claus ($5) will benefit Friends of Jacksonville Animals.
Light up the Forest Luminaria
The Children’s Christmas Party of Jacksonville, a nonprofit organization, was founded in December 1999 by Travis and Margaret Storey to provide toys for Jacksonville children who otherwise might not receive toys during the holiday season.
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Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave.
Throughout the streets of historic Riverside and Avondale, luminaria light the way for neighborhood gatherings at the annual holiday event. Luminaria vouchers and kits will be available for sale every weekend in December on Saturdays at Riverside Arts Market and Saturdays/Sundays at 2623 Herschel St.
Drive-in Movie Reindeer Run Saturday, Dec. 16, 8:30 a.m. John N.C. Stockton Elementary School, 4827 Carlisle Rd.
The Stockton school patrols will host a one-mile fun run to benefit the patrols. Come dressed in fun festive costume or go bananas with the holiday accessories. Kids and adults are invited to join this merry bunch as they trek through Ortega Forest. Stay and check out the vendor booths. Register during packet pickup at Stockton Elementary on Friday, Dec. 15 or on the morning of the race; $15 per runner.
Saturday, Dec. 16, 5:30 p.m. Resurrection Anglican Church, 4406 Longfellow St.
Enjoy the family-friendly holiday movie, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” on the grounds of the Ortega-based church. Very Murray Christmas Pub Crawl Saturday, Dec. 16, 2-6 p.m. Vagabond Coffee, 934 Edgewood Avenue S.
Visit five Murray Hill bars to sample brews, win raffle prizes and benefit the Murray Hill Preservation Association. A special prize will be given for the best Elf-themed costume.
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Synergy Studio welcomes clients to new Lakeside location Celebrating 17 years in business, Lynn Peterson, president and owner of Synergy Studio, welcomed clients to her new location Nov. 17 with bubbly, heavy hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment. The new facility at 4591 Lakeside Drive is configured to accommodate increased demand of the Pilates studio and the physical therapy clinic, and will allow for multiple classes to be taught simultaneously at peak times. Peterson and her staff ’s expertise in Pilates, physical therapy and massage continue to be the flagship services offered
at the studio, which relocated from The Shoppes of Avondale after a six-month buildout at the new location behind the Roosevelt Square Mall. “I am fortunate to have a team of like-minded, life-long learners on my staff, which means there is always something new being introduced at the studio,” said Peterson, a Polestar Pilates educator. “And our strong track record of challenging and engaging our clients with intelligent movement will continue to be ever-evolving.” For more information, call Synergy Studios at (904) 387-9355 or visit synergypilatespt.com.
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Venetia resident, retired Navy captain honored by Chamber
Two decades after his mother’s tragic death led to the creation of the Monique Burr Foundation for Children (MBF) in her name, Austin Burr will carry on her legacy as a member of the Foundation’s board of directors. Monique Burr had been revered as a compassionate children’s advocate and the founder of a nationally-recognized nursing and daycare program for sick and disabled kids, the PALS Center. Ed Burr established the Monique Burr Foundation in 1997, on the one-year anniversary of his wife’s death, when Austin was 6 years old and his brother, Garrison, was 3. A senior audit associate and certified public accountant at KPMG, Austin will join his father, MBF founder Edward E. Burr, on the board. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance and a master’s degree in corporate accounting from Florida State University.
Matthew Tuohy, retired naval captain and director of aviation for Jacksonville University, was named the winner of the 4th Annual RDML Kevin F. Delaney Hall of Fame Award at JAX Chamber’s 15th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon Nov. 6 at the Hyatt Regency. Founded in 2014 as the Military Hall of Fame Award, the recognition honors veterans who have created a positive impact on the Jacksonville community. The first service member to receive the award was the late Rear Adm. Kevin F. Delaney. The following year the award was renamed in his honor. After his commissioning and designation as a Naval Flight Officer, Tuohy spent most of his almost 27-year naval career flying the S3A and S3B Viking in numerous squadron and staff assignments. He was the 28th Commanding Officer of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk, and went on to serve on the Joint Staff in Washington D.C.
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Lynn Layton, executive director of the nonprofit, said Austin’s service to the board represents a new chapter of the work that began when he was just a child. “It represents the continuation of the Foundation – younger professionals getting involved to better protect children. I feel like this is a whole other era that is beginning with him,” Layton said. “He brings a new level of understanding of the digital world and how that impacts children. This is really a fresh opportunity for Austin – and Garrison, when he’s ready – to have a very big impact on the Foundation and this work and where we are headed.”
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State Attorney Nelson honored by lawyers guild State Attorney Melissa Nelson was honored by the Catholic Lawyers Guild with the 2017 Law & Spirituality Award, bestowed during the annual Red Mass, Nov. 9 at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception The Red Mass, a centuries-old service bringing law and government together for spiritual guidance, was celebrated by Bishop Felipe J. Estévez and priests in the Diocese of St. Augustine to honor judges, lawyers, law enforcement, first responders and public officials. The Catholic Lawyers Guild, which meets periodically for fellowship, professional development, and to share growth experiences, sponsors the annual mass. Ian Weldon, president of the Catholic Lawyers Guild, presents State Attorney Melissa Nelson with the 2017 Law & Spirituality Award.
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The local office affiliates for Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty welcomed a top producer and real estate leader, Craig Hogan, to the Timuquana Country Club in early November. Hogan, who works at the corporate level with the leadership team at Coldwell Banker, is vice president of the newly-minted Global Luxury brand for the company. Hogan was in town to present the unveiling of the new branding for luxury property marketing initiatives for the company’s top producers and agents around the world.
C ongratulations to the Weather Engineers, Inc. family on the birth of Griffin James Yeager. Born Nov. 21, 2017 to Chad and Kayla Griffin Yeager, the tiny tot weighed 8 lbs. and measured in at 21 inches. He is the grandson of Dan and Patty Griffin, and his mother, Kayla Yeager, is the third generation to work with the 54-year-old HVAC company started by her grandfather, James Griffin.
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The new “look and feel” is poised, according to Hogan, to raise the bar for the real estate company – connecting associates all over the world in real time – under one banner. Hogan believes the branding was critical for moving into the future as a global player in real estate. While operating in 49 countries and territories, the Coldwell Banker brand is now connected across the globe at www.coldwellbankerluxury.com.
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Girl Scouts give up house, property for park improvements Girl Scouts of Gateway Council (GSGC) recently gave up operation of one of its properties – Beaches Little House, giving the property to the City of Neptune Beach so the city can move forward on improvements in Jarboe Park. “This is a bittersweet moment for Girl Scouts of Gateway Council, but we are excited for what the future holds for Jarboe Park,” said Mary Anne Jacobs, Girl Scouts of Gateway Council CEO. “We fully support the City of Neptune Beach and the plans to reinvigorate, enhance and beautify Jarboe Park. We look forward to all the opportunities the Girl Scouts will enjoy visiting an inspired park and enjoying its new facilities.” More than 40 Girl Scouts, alumnae, and supporters recently attended the closing The Rotary Club of Jacksonville presented Beaches Little House to the Girl Scouts in 1952. ceremony of Beaches Little House. The Rotary Club of Jacksonville presented Beaches Little House to the Girl Scouts in 1952. Over the past 65 years, Girl Scouts troops have visited the property for camping trips, service projects and other events, including the 100 Years of Girl Scouts Celebration in 2012. Located near the intersection of Florida A1A and Florida Boulevard, Jarboe Park is a community park within walking distance of the beach. The City of Neptune Beach is planning a complete makeover of Jarboe Park with new features including a multi-use lawn, ADA-compliant multi-use building, expanded community garden and a trailhead. The trailhead and new building will be situated in the same vicinity as the Beaches Little House, which will be torn down to Three generations of Girl Scouts join Girl Scouts of Gateway Council CEO Mary Anne Jacobs accommodate the new facilities. outside of the Beaches Little House in Neptune Beach.
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Local businesses sponsor annual Feed the City luncheon Todd Broadwater, Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation, Mike Lofton, United Healthcare and Shawn Sloan, Southeastern Grocers LLC, dish up food at the Clara White Mission after Broadwater and Lofton presented Ju’Coby Pittman, CEO/president, with checks totaling $91,000 at the 25th Annual Feed the City pre-Thanksgiving luncheon. More than 150 volunteers served lunch to over 1,000 homeless veterans and low-income residents in front of the mission Nov. 18. The event was sponsored by Winn-Dixie/Southeastern Grocers LLC, Jacksonville Jaguars’ Malik Jackson, and Radio Stations 93.3/V101.5.
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Homeless pets have ‘day in the sun’ at new Humane Society center Mayor Lenny Curry proclaimed November 9, 2017 as “Generosity Breeds Joy Day” in Jacksonville to honor the Jacksonville Humane Society’s 132 years of work in the community and to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for the new Adoption, Education and Community Resource Center. Generous donors were also invited to the Nov. 9 ceremony and reception, where they toured over 44,000 square feet of new space, triple the size of the temporary structures that were previously in use. Features of the new center include a dedicated community resource center to help families in need, a new training space for public education including youth programs, climate-controlled housing for all Luchandra Bryant, Tabitha Hochstein and Jackie Lee animals, 50 adoption kennels, 10 dog living room suites where families can engage with dogs for adoption, five group cat rooms so felines can play together and two “catio” porches that allow cats access to fresh air and sunshine, a grooming room, multiple isolation rooms for medical treatment and a two story mezzanine. The new space will allow JHS to bring back many of its popular programs, such David Stein with Nancy and Seeman Zimmerman as Pawsitive Reading and Camp Paw Prints, along with new initiatives such as dog behavior courses, yoga with cats, and birthday parties. The new center was a $15 million project and JHS is working to raise the remaining $4.5 million. To learn more about the new center or to donate, visit jaxhumane.org or call (904) 725-8766. Betty and Tom Petway with Joey Kelly
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Connecting with differently-abled through fashion Putting purpose into practice, area nonprofits which are members of Connectable Jacksonville held Fashionable, a fall fashion show to benefit North Florida School of Special Education, The Arc Jacksonville, Special Olympics Jacksonville and Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville. The show, held Nov. 3 at Dillard’s at St. Johns Town Center, featured world-famous model, fashion designer and Internet celebrity Madeline Stuart, a 20-year-old Australian woman with Down syndrome. Local youth with intellectual and developmental differences also modeled, walking alongside Dillard’s models and local celebrities. The Connectable campaign is designed to enhance connections within Northeast Florida with people who have intellectual and developmental differences. By becoming connected, people better understand the strengths, abilities and value people with IDDs bring to the community. For more information about becoming Connectable, visit ConnectableJax.com.
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Ward Lariscy with Board Member Robin Albanese and Library Foundation Executive Director Jamie Self
Library Gala celebrates programs, awards and supportive patrons Proving that libraries are more than repositories of books, the Jacksonville Public Library’s programming contributed to many of the reasons why it bested 800 other Florida libraries to become 2017 Library of the Year. Supporters of the award-winning public library celebrated the honor at a cocktail reception Nov. 9 in the Makerspace at the Main Library in downtown Jacksonville. Joining the Jacksonville Public Library Foundation’s Chair Emeritus Betsy Lovett was Charles Moreland on behalf of the Mayor’s Office and current Foundation Board Chair Kevin Hyde. Over the past several years, programs such as the Career Online High School and
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Fine wines, great music highlight annual Red, White and Blues
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a partnership with Duval County Public Schools to give library cards to more than 130,000 students and thousands of teachers helped the struggling JPL turn the page and transform itself into a relevant resource for the community.
Supporters of the North Florida School of Special Education enjoyed another fine fundraising event, the 8th annual Red, White and Blues, Nov. 18 at the riverfront estate of Gary McCalla, who has hosted the annual food and wine event at his home many times and continues to show commendable dedication to the school’s mission. The premier wine, spirits and food-tasting event was sponsored by Rogers Towers Law Firm, The CSI Companies, and Akerman Law Firm. Live music and student artwork added to the elegance of the affair. To learn more about the North Florida School of Special Education visit, www.northfloridaschool.org.
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Cowford Ball Country Legends largest fundraising event for cancer The 22nd Annual Cowford Ball: Country Legends was a hoot ‘n a holler from start to Walk of Fame finish. Held Nov. 4 at Morocco Shrine, the fabulous gold (cows) and rhinestone (saddle) event helped fund local community-based patient service programs, live-saving cancer research, and education in prevention and early detection of cancer – all through the American Cancer Society. The Cowford Ball has raised more than $8.4 million since its first soiree in 1995. This year’s honorary chairs were Betty and Buck Autrey, event chairs were Heather and Alan Creel, vice chairs were Donna and Tom Beames.
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Shimmer & Stars was the theme for the River Garden Foundation’s Silver Anniversary Gala, held Nov. 18 at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa. The black-tie evening honored Barbara Parker, who co-chaired the Foundation’s first gala in 1993 and chaired two additional galas, and recognized 25 years of Gala Chairs. It also featured luscious cocktails, an outstanding silent auction, elegant dining and dancing. Chaired by Jeanine Rogozinski, the gala was presented by Sun Trust Bank. The gala, which benefits River Garden Hebrew Home and Wolfson Health and Aging Center, has become known as one of the finest in town, and continues to educate the general community about the unique nature of River Garden, its national reputation as a model elder care agency, and what a special role it plays in the community.
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Ten of the city’s best chefs offered Jacksonville foodies an opportunity to enjoy great culinary creations while raising funds to support the March of Dimes during the 27th Annual Signature Chefs Auction. The event took place Nov. 9 at the Omni Jacksonville Hotel. In addition to sampling signature dishes from Jacksonville’s top tier chefs, attendees enjoyed wine and spirits, interactive drawings and an exciting live auction featuring unique and one-of-a-kind chef experiences, getaways,
and more. Nearly $120,000 raised through the culinary benefit will support the March of Dimes mission to improve the health of moms and babies in Northeast Florida. Signature Chefs Auction Committee Chair was Amy Turci of FordHarrison LLP. This year’s Ambassador Family was represented by pediatric ophthalmologist, Dawn Duss, M.D., of Pediatric Eye Consultants of North Florida, her husband Charles Duss, M.D., of Atlantic Eye Institute, and their fouryear-old twins, Jameson and Sabrie. CC Brooks, Nora Williams, Tabitha Bachelor, Jaana Rhoden
Unique Boutique draws shoppers from all over Northeast Florida The 3rd Annual Unique Boutique, hosted by the Junior League of Jacksonville at its Riverside House, offered an opportunity to get in some early holiday shopping from 30 vendors while helping raise funds for the League’s programs. The three-day shopping event, Nov. 10-12, also included a fitness class, home gardening class, and the One Blood bloodmobile and drew shoppers from the Beaches and beyond. With 850 members in the League, including active, provisional and sustainers, the nonprofit provides programs that focus on children. Fresh Minds promotes the availability of healthy food, nutrition education, health and wellness to low-income schools and communities in Jacksonville. Kids in the Kitchen helps reverse the national crises of childhood obesity and poor nutrition, while C.A.R.E.S strives to improve the opportunities for public education in Jacksonville by focusing on enhancing education and literacy opportunities. Front: Lauren Venoy, Audra Macabasco, Latasha Brown, Lauren Miller, Stephanie Pickett, Sarah Hodge; middle: Anne Detlefsen, Melissa Winer, Elizabeth Frankland, Kaitlyn Weatherly, Angela Scott, Richelle Coleman, Sarah Moore, Kaitlin Mauch; back: Heather Mackin, Kristie Jarmon, Amanda Ross, Katrina Huggins, Elizabeth Moseley, Kaylie Yost, Rachel Starford
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Chili, cars, crafts draw hundreds to Moosehaven
Celebrity jewelry designer Erica Courtney took time from a busy schedule searching for the perfect exotic gems for her Drop Dead GorgeousTM collection to display her jewelry at Underwood’s Jewelers last month. Courtney started her custom jewelry business more than 30 years ago from a kitchen table in Dallas, and travels the world – including down diamond mines in Tanzania – to find the perfect stones. Underwood’s Denise Richards, a certified gemologist appraiser, “discovered” Courtney over five years ago while attending an American Gem Society education conference and, ever since, Courtney visits Underwoods annually to share new and unusual pieces in her collection.
As the temperatures cooled off, the chili heated up Nov. 11 at the 8th Annual Chili Cook-off at Moosehaven, a LifeCare center in Clay County. Moosehaven hosted cook teams from around the country to compete in the International Chili Society (ICS) sanctioned event. Teams competed with their favorite recipes to win People’s Choice and ICS
Erica Courtney holding a pair of “I Dream of Jeannie’s Ponytail” earrings
While at the San Marco shop Nov. 1, Courtney met longtime Underwood’s customer, Robin Tharpe, who said she remembers visiting Underwood’s as a child with her mother in the 1970s. “This is my jewelry store,” said Tharpe, who tried on a pair of earrings. Following the trunk show in San Marco, Underwood’s hosted the event at its Ponte Vedra Beach location Nov. 2-4.
awards, while enjoying a classic car show by Clay County Cruzers and live entertainment by singers Daryle Singletary and Andy Ross and local talent Lyndie Burris Knowles and Mac Ganoe. Proceeds from the fundraiser benefited K9s for Warriors, which received $5,000 from the Virginia Moose Association alone. Total raised for K9s for Warriors was $10,000.
Moosehaven team: Helen Taylor, Resident Services Director, Tina Capes, John Capes, Executive Director, Marina Mathews, Director of Admissions, Sarah Hapner, Event Director
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Friends of Arc Jacksonville turn out for annual dinner More than $200,000 was raised by generous supports of Arc Jacksonville at its annual Dinner with Bill & Friends fundraiser Oct. 19 at The Arc Jacksonville Village. The benefit helps 500 individuals with intellectual and developmental differences (IDDs) learn, grow and become active in their community. The event is named in memory of an early ambassador, Bill Sackter, who spent much of his life in an institution before moving in the community. His desire was Christopher, Collin and Sally Hazelip that all have a need for “a good friend, a good job and a good home.” Presented by The DuBow Family Foundation and David and Linda Stein, the event’s honorary chair was Senator Aaron Bean, who also conducted the live auction. The event committee included Katie Dumphy, Debbie Johnson, R. Ward Lariscy, Anne Lufrano, Bernadette Moran, Charles Stewart III, Kit Thomas, Barbara Williams, Victoria Wirtz and Marian Zerbe. Daisy Emmanuel with her son, Kenny
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7th Annual Remission Rocks raises $20,000 More than 450 local physicians, cancer patients, cancer survivors and other supporters recently got their groove on and raised more than $20,000 at the 7th Annual Remission Rocks held Oct. 13 at River City Brewing Company. Proceeds from the event will go to Bosom Buddies, a Jacksonville nonprofit that provides free support groups, educational materials and advocacy for breast cancer patients and survivors across the First Coast. Bosom Buddies has been a lifeline to more than 7,000 area breast cancer survivors for 29 years.
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Major League Baseball great honored at gala Woody Woodward, a Major League shortstop for the Braves and Reds, and general manager for the New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies and the Seattle Mariners, was the 2017 honoree at the Peter Bragan Better Baseball Celebration and Awards Gala Nov. 14. Born in Miami, Woodward made All-American at Florida State, and is a longtime friend of the Bragan family. The second annual gala was held at the Alhambra Theatre and included local media celebrities like Frank Frangie, Sam Kouvaris, Fred Seely and more. The Peter Bragan Better Baseball Foundation funds athletic scholarships in Northeast Florida and assists youth programs to promote the game of baseball.
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Clara White supporters put on the glitz for annual gala “Putting on the Glitz” was the theme of the 13th annual Pearls & Cufflinks Gala to benefit the Clara White Mission, which celebrates 112 years of service to the comLisa Baptiste, Brooks Baptiste, serving as munity. The event, held Nov. 4 at Citi, also Emcee, Martin Baptiste, and Carlos Patino, commemorates the occasion of the 141st board member birthday of the founder, Dr. Eartha M.M. White, who was known for the single strand philanthropy and humanitarianism. Eartha of pearls she wore. was honored at age 95 as Florida’s Outstanding Clara White, for whom the mission is Senior Citizen by Gov. Reubin Askew. She named, adopted Eartha as a young child was also designated a Great Floridian by and provided her with examples of the Florida Department of State.
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Local celebrities take to dance floor for Jax Children’s Chorus Local celebrities put their dance skills to the test to benefit the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus, partnering with dancers Holly Hammond, Jacksonville Children’s Chorus from A Social Affair Dance Studio for development director, Wonda Willis, Joyce Jacksonville’s Dancing with the Stars. The Devillez, Barbara Drake 2017 Champion was retired JEA director Vickie Cavey, with pro partner Wesley Kuehlthau, second place went to Tracee Holzendorf, with pro partner Timothy Schweiger and third place was Connie Hodges with pro partner Samuel Penalba. The Nov. 4 benefit held at the Lazzara Performance Hall in the UNF Fine Arts Center featured Joy Purdy Anchor, WJXTChannel 4, and Richard Hadden, author, consultant and speaker as show emcees. In its 13th year, the event has raised thousands of dollars to help local charities such as Making Strides Against Breast Celebrity dancer Vicki Cavey, JEA retired Cancer, the Boselli Foundation, Juvenile director, with Wes Kuehlthau Diabetes Research Foundation, Special Olympics and more.
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For seven years, faith youth groups, families and individuals have gathered to create Cardboard City, held on Nov. 17 this year at CrossRoad United Methodist Church, Southside. The event raised more than $25,000 to benefit Family Promise of Jacksonville, which helps return homeless families to self-sufficiency. The agency reports that every Duval County public school has at least one homeless student, many with more than one. Lynn Doiron, a kindergarten teacher at Merrill Road Elementary School, has firsthand experience with that statistic. “I was surprised and sad to discover that one of the children I taught in my school of mostly middle-class families was being helped by Family Promise,” she said. Doiron
set up her cardboard box by herself and raises money to support the agency. In the Social Service Maze, people were given a “your family” scenario and then attempted to navigate a series of stations (social service agencies) to get resources their family needed (shelter, food, a job and more). The first-time program was developed with Florida State Collage at Jacksonville’s Honors program through the Center of Civic Engagement. Students, who manned stations, learned about the challenges faced by the homeless and the agencies that try to help them. Seventeen local congregations and 800 volunteers help Family Promise by providing homeless families with meals and a place to sleep.
Lynn Doiron adds a pitched roof to her house “to build up some nice warmth for the night.” Dorion has participated all seven years of Cardboard City.
St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church youth group members, front: Nolan Pudimat, Tahiana Rakotomandrinidra, and Naomi Heneghan; back: Jody Harkrider, Becca Jorn, youth leader Bridget Pudimat, Miora Rambeloarisoa, Ian Heneghan and Sarah Jorn. St. Mark’s, in San Marco, is a participating Family Promise church. The youth group has participated every year in Cardboard City. This year, the youth presented a series of talks to church members about homelessness and raised a total of $665.
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Beers made by local brewers Intuition Ale Works, Veterans United Craft Brewery and Wicked Barley Brewing Company, as well as imported beers offered by Terra Sancta Trading and Republic National Distributing Company, were on hand for Spread out near the majestic Treaty Oak those who preferred grain over grape. under four tents in Jessie Ball duPont Park, The Nov. 3 event, sponsored by FIS, also the 14th annual Festival d’Vine offered offered superb food from local restaurants supporters over 100 varieties of wines from and music under the stars, all to benefit France, Italy, New Zealand, South America Catholic Charities and its mission to keep and California, sponsored by Southern families safe and secure in their homes, Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, Wine Decadence, provide food, the most basic of needs, and and Martini & Rossi. help them find jobs.
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Holiday traditions warm hearts and bring joy By Krysten L. Bennett, Resident Community News
Thirteen years ago, the Croft family, who were then living in Lakeshore, hosted the first of the now annual Lakeshore Christmas Caroling parties, along with their neighbors, the Stanley and Paterno families. After dinner with invited friends, the hosts passed out jingle bells for the kids, along with candles and song lyrics to walk the neighborhood, knocking on doors and offering to sing carols for delightedly surprised neighbors. From between 30-40 carolers that first year, the gathering has grown to more than 100 guests. Due to the struggle of coordinating over a hundred roving carolers, the party is now held in the backyard of the Crofts’ Ortega Forest home, where a giant screen projects lyrics for Carol Karaoke, followed by a slideshow of photos from years past, a real treat for those whose children have grown up attending every year. The original three hosting families still provide dinner for what has become an international affair, last year including guests from as far as Australia and New Zealand.
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Ortega Forest starts own luminaria tradition In 2016, Ortega Forest introduced “Light Up the Forest” – a successful campaign that resulted in residents displaying their own neighborhood luminaria, hosting block parties, and some touring the neighborhood with decorated bikes and golf carts. “Luminaria is always a special event for my family, which is why we wanted to celebrate it closer to home,” said Regan Thoresen, a resident of Ortega Forest. “I know the Riverside-Avondale event will attract a large number of visitors, and I’d like to see Ortega Forest build on the momentum it established last year by creating an event that is fun and safe for family and friends.” The Friends of Stockton, a nonprofit organization, will sell luminaria kits Saturday, Dec. 16, noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at John Stockton Elementary School, 4827 Carlisle Rd., while supplies last. Kits are $6 each or two for $10 and include six bags, six candles and sand.
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Cindy and Doug Guy of Avondale traveled to England for the first time after they married in 1977 and have continued to visit the country with family members ever since, having twice spent the holiday abroad in England. Their love of the country inspired them to start hosting a Christmas dinner of traditional English cuisine, complete with Yorkshire pudding and gravy, a standing rib roast and English pea casserole, prepared together as a family. Each place setting includes a traditional English Christmas cracker, which, when pulled open, reveals a small toy, a corny joke and a folded paper crown to be worn during
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the festivities. Christmas is the favorite holiday of the Guy family, and the children have never missed traveling home a couple of weeks early for the special time together.
Riverside resident Garfield Cooper’s favorite holiday tradition is particip ating in the Luminaria Bike Ride along with more than 250 of his cyclist friends. The 8-10 mile ride is a two hour-leisurely cycle through the brightly-lit streets of Riverside and Avondale, and draws riders of all ages, complete with costum es, decorated bikes and an overall celebratory holiday mood. Cooper has been participating in the ride since 2002 and can’t imagine his Christmas season without it. His sister has even timed her holiday visit this year so she may join him on the ride.
Cort Csar of Avondale gets to celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas, as his parents, Sunny Gettinger and Trey Csar, share the best of their Jewish and Christian customs with their boys. Cort and his little brother, Max, help select and decorate the family’s live Christmas tree and they place their menorah on the mantle on which their Christmas stockings are also hung. For the eight nights of Hanukkah, Cort receives gifts of things he needs, like clothes and books and, for Christmas, Santa brings toys. Last year, Cort enjoyed teaching his kindergarten classmates at West Riverside Elementary how to play dreidel with chocolate coins.
For more than 30 years, Riverside Avondale’s Luminaria Night has been a community-wide tradition, and Keith Holt of Avondale is one whose tradition of volunteering helps make it a success year after year. He joins nearly 90 other volunteers stuffing paper bags with more than 18,000 candles, filling plastic bags with sand, and selling the Luminaria kits as part of RAP’s annual fundraising efforts. Holt enjoys being able to give back to his community in such a social way. Kit building begins the first of December, but Holt’s favorite part is working the sales line at the Buckland House on the busy Luminaria weekend, when he gets to wish a Merry Christmas to nearly everyone he knows as they drive through the line.
“Luminaria isn’t about commercial activity and there are no gifts to buy,” said Holt. “Instead it’s a night to remind yourself what a great neighborhood we live in and sets the mood for the celebration of the season.”
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For the Pineda family of Avondale, holiday preparations begin months in advance, when daughter Isabella attends auditions for the First Coast Nutcracker in August. This will be Isabella’s fifth year performing in the production and, a senior at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, Isabella has landed the coveted role of Arabian. Family will be traveling from all over to see her perform the role, an audience favorite the world over. This tradition isn’t just Isabella’s. A tremendous time commitment from auditions, costume fittings and after school rehearsals through the intense week of technical rehearsals and multiple performances, transportation and scheduling becomes an entire family affair. Isabella’s mother, Lynn Salvatore, also volunteers backstage during production
week and both immediate and extended family look forward to attending a performance every year. “Dancing in this particular production of The Nutcracker is an amazing experience for all of the kids participating. Because they’re accompanied by the JSO and professional dancers and crew, they get the opportunity to experience a truly professional production,” said Salvatore.
Each year at Thanksgiving, the Tunstall grandchildren are given matching Christmas pajamas by their grandmother, Vicki. Her daughter, Erin Colledge of Avondale, captures photos of the six children – Rawlings, Aubrey, Brody, Parker, Reed and Shepherd – during their follow-up family gathering on Christmas Eve, when the children wear their holiday jammies for the evening’s festivities until their energy is spent and they return home to await Santa’s arrival Christmas morning.
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Old favorites, new finds in annual nutcracker display Every year for 41 years – as long as Hooshang Oriental Rugs has been in business in The Shoppes of Avondale – nutcrackers have graced the display window during the holiday season. Starting with just a couple dozen nutcrackers in 1976, the window now holds several hundred – and that’s just a portion of the more than 500 in Hooshang Harvesf ’s collection. Harvesf spent two long nights just before Thanksgiving, with the help of Caroline J. Patterson, first divesting the window of its normal display, then designing, decorating and finally placing each nutcracker. Some are as small as four inches, while others stand more than 2-feet tall. There are at least a dozen new nutcrackers this year, said Harvesf. “Every year the question is asked ‘When, not if, are you going to put up the display,” he said, noting its his gift to the community.
The Aston family of Riverside has Anastasia Aston integrated their love for the outdoors into their holiday tradition, always spending Christmas Eve day hiking the trails of the Talbot Island State Parks. With relatively few businesses open on Christmas Eve and the need to wear out the kids to ensure an early bedtime, the Astons began the tradition nearly 10 years ago. The excursion involves immediate family, including their dog, and any additional family and friends who wish to enjoy Florida’s typically beautiful Aston is sure to throw a meal in the December weather with a long, active crockpot so that the entire family hike outside full of fresh air and sunshine. can spend a warm, relaxing Christmas Before heading out for the day, Alisa Eve in after an active winter day.
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God had other plans for actor wannabe Who’s your neighbor? Kate Moorehead chose faith over fame By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News The Very Reverend Katherine B. Moorehead, 47, serves as the 10th Dean of St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral. She is the first female dean in the Diocese of Florida and the only female dean in Province IV, the Province of Sewanee, one of nine ecclesiastical provinces of the Episcopal Church in the U.S., but don’t let those unrivaled titles give you pause. Moorehead, of Avondale, has some other surprising things to share, including the upcoming publication of her fifth book, “I Witness: Living Inside the Stories of Advent and Christmas.”
Rev. Kate Moorehead blesses Craig Merritt’s dog, Tuzi, at the Blessing of the Pets Oct. 1 at St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral.
Q. When did you first feel Q. What motivated you to write your first the calling to become a priest? book, Between Two Worlds, in 2004? A. I was in college when I first felt called by A. My first published writing was an essay God to become a priest. Before that, I wanted in a book by young priests. I wrote a to become the next Meryl Streep. I went to funny piece about what it was like to be Vassar College because Meryl went there, a pregnant priest. After that essay, a monk but I guess God had other plans. who worked for a publishing company asked me to write a book of meditations Q. Are you following in someone’s for the season of Advent. theological footsteps? A. My ancestors were missionaries to the Q. What one thing would you say Q. What compelled you to work Gilbert Islands generations ago. My father- about Advent that might open the in orphanages in Russia? in-law was a Methodist minister and marched door to further conversation? A. I was moved by the suffering of the in the Civil Rights Movement with Dr. A. Advent is a forgotten season but it is Russian people under the Soviet regime Martin Luther King in Memphis. one of the most beautiful seasons of the when my grandparents took me there. I church year. It is all about learning to was 12 at the time. I began to study the Q. What do you feel is your greatest wait for the coming of Christ. Americans Russian language in college and travelled strength as an ordained minister? have forgotten the value of waiting. We to Russia to study the liturgy of the Russian A. I think that my primary gifts are in are an impatient people who want fast Orthodox Church for my senior thesis at preaching, writing and Pastoral care. The food and fast service. To us, waiting is a Vassar. It was an Orthodox priest who first most important thing I believe God calls sign of failure and breeds frustration but introduced me to the children in the or- me to do is to be with people in times of with God, waiting often produces a deeper phanages, where I worked during the need and to try to illuminate the Scripture relationship. summers of 1991 and 1992. to them.
Max Moorehead, J.D. Moorehead, family friend Demaj Thompson, Kate Moorehead, Jake Moorehead (oldest son, Luke, not present)
Q. What do you like to do in your spare time? A. I love to walk my dogs (two Labs!), to hike, to hang out with my men (husband J.D. and sons Luke, 19, Jake, 17, and Max, 13). We have a new young man living with our family, Demaj Thompson, and he really makes me laugh. I read a lot, love movies, great food and good wine. Q. What’s your favorite getaway? A. My husband and I love the remote island of St Barth’s in the French West Indies. There is a tiny church there with a small house next door. I get to serve there for a few weeks a year. Each morning, I open the doors of the church and the birds fly in and sing. Q. What else might surprise someone to know about you? A. I am the great-granddaughter of Hiram Bingham III, a U.S. Senator from Connecticut and explorer best known for uncovering Machu Picchu.
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THE WAY WE WERE: PHILIP STOCKTON MAY By Peggy Harrell Jennings Resident Community News In the late afternoon of January 1944, 19-year-old Philip Stockton May was close to the Rhine River in Germany as part of the 87th Infantry Division of the US Army. He described what happened next. “Our commander decided that we were too close to the road and could be too easily spotted by the Germans. So, we moved up the hill; we didn’t realize the Germans were on the opposite side,” he said. “They laid down a barrage of fire and BLAM! the next thing I knew I was flat on my back with a Phil May wound in my right leg above the knee. That ended my active participation in the war.” The Rhine is a long way from Avondale As if getting wounded wasn’t enough, May where May spent his childhood. was flown from Germany to France in a “I’d just take off on my bike from our house C47 with no door on the compartment, his on St. Johns Avenue. We could go down to right leg in a huge cast and his left exposed the river and fish or over to Mr. George B. to the freezing temperature. Hills’ house. He was an engineer – later his “The frost bite was the worst; I still have business became Reynolds, Smith and Hills problems from that,” said May, who spent – his wife was one of the kindest, sweetest 40 months in hospitals in Germany, France ladies. She let us dig up her side yard and and England and endured over 35 surgical make a cave down there. She even gave us procedures on his wounded leg. a rug to put over it,” May recalled. Delavan Baldwin, who passed on in March 2017, was one of May’s neighborhood pals. May said he and Baldwin shared a bottle of wine before Christmas a couple of years ago. “We had a great time talking about those fun childhood days,” he said. May was born in old St. Vincent’s Hospital, part of which still stands and is the Jacksonville Historical Society. He attended Fishweir Elementary, John Gorrie Junior High School and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1943. “I wasn’t a big sportsperson. My parents were divorced. My mother was very caring but a bit overprotective. I loved to read but was depressed throughout high school. When I came home from the war I was all lined up to go to the University of Florida where I had been accepted as a junior, but my friends Bill and Charlie Towers said I needed to go to Princeton,” he said. “I was on a trip up north and decided to stop by and see the dean who explained Phil May recovering at Oliver General Hospital, 1946 that I would have to apply as a freshman. I was five years older than the other freshmen “The wound from that German shell and I never thought I’d get in since I was fragment was so enormous and it got a big such a lousy student in high school,” May infection in it,” he said. “I was a surgical exhibit; one of the first people to have a pedicle skin graft.” Ask this cheerful 92-year-old gentleman who has endured more pain and suffering than most people could ever imagine how he is and the answer is a quick, “Don’t see how I could be any better!” His conversations with family and friends are sprinkled with “Bless you. Love you. Take care of everyone!” May mentioned how lucky he was to be put on a beautiful British liner being used as a troop ship when being sent overseas; Phil and Gloria May with he tells of seeing the remains of the old Gloria, Johnny and Susan Normandie on its side in New York Harbor as he was headed to war. Still on the positive continued. “I got a letter: “Welcome to the side, he recalled, “I was sent to an amazing class of 1952!” I thought, ‘Man, why not?’ place in Augusta, Georgia, which had been If it wasn’t for the GI Bill I could never have a luxury hotel and had been turned into afforded it. Majored in history and it was an army hospital for surgery and recuper- the four most fascinating years of my life. ation.” About his Purple Heart? It was I didn’t want to set any academic records presented to him in his hospital bed. No – I wanted to have fun.” fanfare. No fuss. May’s mother went to live at the Martha Washington Hotel on Oak Street but kept the house on St. Johns Avenue even though May lived in Savannah for a couple of years after college working as a stockbroker. He moved back to his childhood home around 1957. “I had a great office downtown; worked for a couple of different companies but I only wanted to sell stocks that would give people good protection. I didn’t like to try to just get people to buy stocks. I just got tired of it and decided to retire,” said May. “Then I got tired of being retired and met Ann May and Robert Wetherill, Ann Hill May, Phil May a guy with Mumford Book Company – I
always loved books. I traveled with him to said, “Put a tiger in your tank” and Gloria, libraries in Georgia and South Carolina. I who was very pregnant at the time, said: “If just sort of faded out of that but ended up anybody has a tiger in their tank, it’s me!” buying a warehouse and having about 10,000 So Philip S. May III, born in 1965, was books. I decided the books owned me, so I nicknamed Tiger. Now married to Stacy got a book dealer to put out a catalog of my Watson May, Tiger said he thought it might South Carolina and Florida collection and have something to do with him being we had two big online book sales,” said May. “rambunctious,” and his dad agreed. On the side May continued to work for “Tiger became a boating nut. He tore up Charles Schwab, who he said “is the finest the river. It was a great life over there. Tiger brokerage company. They didn’t pressure had a diving company – took people on you to sell. They paid a salary.” fishing trips to South Pacific – built a shooting May was living the high life in Jacksonville range, On Target Sports in Orange Park. All in the 1950s – a “roustabout, freewheeling, of the children are off doing fantastic things!” bachelor” as he called himself. He went to Poppo, as May is called by his seven granddance clubs in Lake City, jitterbugging and and four great-grandchildren, reminisced winning twist contests, escorting debutantes about the great times he and Gloria had. to parties and having a great time racing “We enjoyed a great friendship with Bob his Porsche 914 or taking his super-charged and Carol Shircliff. The Green Derby was Corvair up to some deserted Georgia road THE gathering place in Jacksonville and to run it up to 120 or 130 mph. each year we would take the girls there for their birthdays – Gloria’s was January 10th and Carol’s was the 6th. We did that for many years and that was the party I enjoyed the most,” May said. “We traveled about every corner of the globe. We ate at an outstanding restaurant in Japan way up a mountain road, a lovely location. We crossed Australia on a train. I heard you could ride an elephant in Thailand, so I told Gloria we needed to go ride an elephant. She was such a good sport. We rode for three hours on the most gentle elephant, crossed a little river into the jungles of Siam. It was one of the most Phil and Gloria May Wedding 1960 delightful days of my life. One of my favorite memories,” he said. But fate intervened, and the foot-loose May remarked that he does not have the bachelor met the young widow of a fallen time to do all the things he wants to do but Navy officer. He and the lovely Gloria he drives to meet friends for lunch and Binzel Sullivan were set up by friends for conversation. “I’ve been driving since I was a Christmas Party. 10 years old. My dad used to take me out “We hit it off and had a nice time, so we to Camp Johnson, which is now NAS, on started dating. We went to the Yacht Club the weekends. The roads were paved with and the Green Derby and we went dancing,” red brick then. It is my way of staying said May. “I decided maybe she was the one. connected with the world. I belonged to a I ramped up my courage and asked her to club, the Honey Do’s but I want to spend be my wife. I gave her my mother’s diamond time with my family and personal friends then later bought her a ring.” one-on-one.” May went from being a freewheeling bachelor to a husband and stepfather to Gloria’s children, Gloria (Reid Phillips) then age 9, Johnny age 7 and Susan (Dr. John Scott) age 6, on May Day of 1960 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, a month before May’s 40th birthday. May, who had grown up at Riverside Presbyterian Church, explained, “We just went to different churches on Sunday morning. I had sort of quit going after the war but realized I was not setting a good enough example, so I started going to church again.” Christmas 1969 Now a member of St. John’s Presbyterian Church, May has a strong faith and peppers May emphasized how blessed he is and his conversation with references to God, how the Lord has helped him through the remarking that he looks forward to being war, the loss of his beloved wife and friends reunited with his wife, who passed away in and family, and two bouts of cancer. He has July 2016. combined his love of history and his interest “Gloria was one of the most outstanding in the Normandie into what he calls his human beings. When we first married I was Memorabilia Museum. A four-foot model sort of continuing my bachelor life and my of the Normandie from his collection will sister came to me and told me to stop ca- find a new home at a restaurant which will rousing around,” he laughed. “So, I had to open later in the year. be re-trained!” “Dad is a treasure trove of local history The Mays had an exciting life together. and has fascinating stories of Jacksonville “We both loved the water and spotted an and of WW2,” said Tiger. “He did an amazing old house on McGirts Boulevard that had job of overcoming that wound. He taught been deserted for years. They were asking me to drive a stick shift even though he had $35,000 for it – around 1962 or ’63. There to use his left leg for the brake and the clutch. was big old stove in the living room with I don’t know how he did that. He would a pipe,” he said. roar down the road in one of his sports cars “We took the children to see it and young or his Pontiac GTO. He was the best driver.” Gloria started crying. It took almost two At 92, Philip May does not “roustabout” years, but we added a screen porch, dock nor (hopefully) blast down the road at 120 – it was really nice. I was tired of waiting mph but he still has a “freewheeling” spirit and didn’t want our mutual child to be and doesn’t worry. He said with confidence, walking by the time we moved in.” “I’ve done just about everything on earth; Of their “mutual” child, May said they saw at 92 I don’t know how much time I have an Exxon (Esso) ad – the ones where they left but the Lord is in charge.”
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Merrill Lynch. “We pray each other back to health. When Alton had cancer, we were there for him. When I was involved in a serious train accident and not expected to live, they rallied around to bring me back.” In addition to their weekly breakfast By Susan D. Brandenburg meeting, the four men are also members Resident Community News of the Rotary Club of West Jacksonville and have other common community inThey say a quick grace before eating terests that bring them together often. breakfast on Fridays at the Cool Moose “Alton Yates is a true hero,” said Roberts, Café. That might be the only prayer spoken referring to Yates’ service to America’s by the four men during the next hour, but early space program, the civil rights there is no doubt in any of their minds movement, his military career, his lengthy that God is with them. role in city government, and his active Brought together more than two decades membership on many local boards. “Alton ago through participation in a Christian has broadened my outlook. He’s easy to three-day learning, sharing, inspirational talk to about complicated subjects. We experience called Cursillo, which literally aren’t always politically in the same boat, means “a short course on Christ,” the men but we enjoy each other’s company and meet every Friday at 7 a.m. get some good work done together.” “It’s not exactly a prayer group, but we Noting that he is gratified to be part of have prayed each other through many of this group of men, Yates described them life’s challenges over the years,” noted at- as “professional guys who care deeply about torney Bill Scheu. their community and their church – strong The breakfast club, which used to include Christians and Americans.” the late Jerry Spinks of Riverside who passed Firmly convinced that prayer changes away in 2011, is now made up of Scheu, things, Yates added that he also believes Ron Roberts, Alton Yates and Davis Collier. God helps those who help themselves. “We miss Jerry,” said Roberts, noting that “Every time we get the opportunity to Spinks was a world-class problem solver do hands-on help, we are there,” Yates said. like the rest of the group, and had a great One example he gave was when Scheu was sense of humor as well. Roberts, a project called on at a critical time to act as the manager with W. W. Gay Construction, city’s Chief of Elections. The breakfast recently underwent a hip replacement. He group pitched in, going to the elections went into surgery knowing that his breakfast office and volunteering to help Bill help club cohorts were not only praying for the city deal with the problem. him, but would physically provide support “When the city calls on Bill Scheu, we and encouragement. are the bonus,” said Yates. “We have a “That’s what we do,” said Davis Collier, lifetime commitment to each other. God a retired financial advisor formerly with brought us together for a reason.”
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– In Memoriam –
James Folson Tullis
November 3, 1941 – October 14, 2017
By Marcia Hodgson Resident Community News He was a man known for the size of his hugs, his friendship, and the zeal for which he embraced life. When Jim Tullis suddenly passed away in October, Jacksonville lost more than a former City Councilman and prominent insurance agent. “He was a man who was very passionate about almost any task he took on, whether it was in politics, helping an employee, or one of his insured. He will be missed beyond words,” said Sammie Best, a Tullis employee for many years. Matt Carlucci, Sr., a San Marco resident, agreed. “Jim grabbed life with a bear hug. An amazing husband, father, businessman, City Council president and councilman, legislator, and, last but not least, friend to me and so many others,” he wrote in a Facebook post. “Jacksonville lost a great friend today.” Tullis, an Arlington resident who served his neighborhood on the City Council for 12 years, was a longtime fixture in the San Marco community. A second-generation insurance agent, Tullis worked with his father, Don L. Tullis, at Don L. Tullis & Associates, an insurance agency founded by his father in 1960. He joined the family firm after his graduation in 1965 from Jacksonville University with a degree in
business and economics. After his father’s death in 1963, Tullis and his brother ran the business together until 1979. In 1984, Tullis renamed the firm officially to James F. Tullis & Associates. His brother passed away in 2000. The agency was first situated in the Greenleaf Building in downtown Jacksonville before Don L. Tullis moved it to an office at 700 Hendricks Avenue in 1962. In 1965 it was relocated again to 1665 San Marco Blvd. and later took up residence next door at its current office at 1645 San Marco Blvd. Over the years, Tullis has also been a member of the San Marco Preservation Society and San Marco Merchants Association. Tullis served on the City Council from 1985 to 1999 and in the Florida House of Representatives from 1991 to 2001, finishing off Jim King’s term. He fought for comprehensive rezoning and against the extension of the runway at Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport, serving as an advocate for the residents in neighborhoods adjacent to the airfield. “He was passionate about zoning,” said his wife Kay, who was his partner for 49 years. As a councilman, he worked to revitalize the Arlington area, serving on the Renew Arlington Advisory Board and as chairman of the Jacksonville Waterways Commission. He also served a term as City Council president.
“Over the past month, I have heard about Dad’s integrity from just about every person I have spoken with. I would also tell you he had more energy than anyone I have ever met,” he said. “He loved life! He never met a stranger. I will most miss his big, back-slapping hug!” — Jimmy Tullis
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“Zoning, specifically chairing the 2010 Comprehensive Rezoning Plan, would probably have been Dad’s main accomplishment during his tenure on the City Council,” said his son, James Tullis, Jr., who is known as Jimmy. “The Police and Fire Departments were also extremely important to Dad. JSO (Jacksonville Sheriff ’s Office) got him very interested in the Police Athletic League (PAL), a cause he never stopped supporting.” Tullis was “a good boss, and he loved to talk about politics, which was one of his favorite subjects,” said Terry Stockman, a longtime employee. Also, he was a man who loved to help people out, she said. “I worked with Jim Tullis for over 14 years. In 2004, when the two hurricanes hit, he went out and repaired my clients’ roofs because the insurance companies were so backed up. He must have done at least 15 or more. He told me one client still had the white shingles he put on,” said Stockman. “We had another client who had a flood claim and did not have her $500 deductible. Jim paid it for her. She paid it back later that year. These are just some of the examples of the way he helped clients and even those who were not our clients. He was always helping people,” she said.
Tullis employee Amy Largent recalled Tullis treated her and the others in his office as family. “I will forever be grateful for the impact Mr. Tullis had on my life during the five-and-a- half years I have worked for him,” she said. “He was humble, compassionate, kind, and merciful. At the office, we are like family! We all feel appreciated, equal, and he had a very fond relationship with each and every one of us. Mr. Tullis had confidence in all of us, and that is why we worked great as a team. I will miss hearing him whistling down the hallway and his huge bear hugs! He was a great teacher and father to many. May his soul find eternal rest.” His son Jimmy, who has taken over his duties as president of James F. Tullis & Associates agreed. “Over the past month, I have heard about Dad’s integrity from just about every person I have spoken with. I would also tell you he had more energy than anyone I have ever met,” he said. “He loved life! He never met a stranger. I will most miss his big, back-slapping hug!” In addition to his wife, Kay and son, Jimmy, Tullis is also survived by his daughter, Kimberly Tullis, three grandchildren, and his brother, Gary, all of Jacksonville.
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Murray Hill resident ‘pays it forward’ with CPAC By Marian Johns Resident Community News Long-time Murray Hill resident Len Burroughs strongly believes in “paying it forward.” Although Burroughs has been able to follow his life-long motto through his years of involvement in a variety of community groups and organizations, his volunteer work as a member of Jacksonville’s Citizens Planning Advisory Committee (CPAC), has helped him to become a powerful voice for Murray Hill. “I believe in paying it forward or giving back,” Burroughs said. “I have tried to live by this all my life. It is very hard for one individual to make any change but a group of like-minded people can make positive change,” he explained. A member of the District 4 Southwest CPAC for the last 14 years, Burroughs was appointed to CPAC by then Jacksonville Mayor John Payton. Today the retired commercial pest control company manager is still active in CPAC and has served as chair and vice chair of the Southwest CPAC, running the CPAC meetings and representing the Southwest CPAC at neighborhood events
Grassroots participation Jacksonville’s CPACs, which originated in 1993 as a grassroots public participation program, were initiated by the city’s former Mayor Ed Austin. CPACs consist of Jacksonville neighborhoods divided into six planning districts: Urban Core, Greater Arlington/Beaches, Southeast, Southwest, Northwest and North. District 4 Southwest CPAC coverage Len Burroughs includes Riverside, Avondale, Murray Hill, Ortega, Ortega Forest and Venetia, as well and in meetings with the mayor and the as other Westside communities. Jacksonville City Council. CPAC members advocate for the needs “I was already a neighborhood activist of their neighborhood on issues such as and board member of the Murray Hill land use, zoning, transportation, community Preservation Association (MHPA),” Burroughs services, economic development, recreation, explained. “The CPAC asked the MHPA for schools, police and public safety. Over a representative and I was nominated.” the past 24 years, CPACs have proven to “The Southwest CPAC, the MHPA and help keep an open line of communication several other organizations I am involved between residents, city officials, businesses, with are just groups of like-minded people,” community organizations and schools. said Burroughs. “I am lucky enough to live Representatives from the Jacksonville in a fine city in a great country. This is not Sheriff ’s Office, City Code Compliance an accident. It was created by a lot of people Officers, Florida Department of Transbefore me paying it forward or giving back,” portation, Jacksonville Transportation he said. “We will always need more people Authority, Jacksonville Public Library, to get involved.” Parks and Recreation, as well as City
Council members, attend CPAC meetings which allow members to address their neighborhood’s needs and issues with specific city departments. “We are a conduit for various city departments. A grassroots people,” Burroughs explained. Residents who would like to have the opportunity to represent their neighborhood through CPAC, can become voting members of their district’s CPAC. Residents can be nominated through a variety of community, civic or government organizations such as the PTA, Sheriff ’s Watch, or a professional or business organization from their district. Nominees must then be appointed by the mayor. Interested residents can visit www.coj. net/departments/neighborhoods/neighborhood-services-office/citizen-planningadvisory-committees-(cpacs) for more information and to download a nomination form. Residents may also contact the CPAC District 4 Southwest city neighborhood coordinator Michelle Goodwin-Ware at (904) 255-8236 for more information on becoming a CPAC member. Southwest CPAC meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Lane Wiley Senior Center, 6710 Wiley Road.
Cummer Museum wins gold in exhibition competition The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens won the Gold award from among 18 applicants to the 2017 Southeastern Museum Conference (SEMC) Exhibition Competition. The Museum entered the exhibit “LIFT: Contemporary Expressions of the African American Experience” in the under-$25,000 budget category. The competition focuses on exhibitions that are well designed, have educational value, and treat objects with care and respect, showcasing the best in the profession and providing benchmarks for the regional exhibition efforts in southeastern museums. “LIFT,” a collection of works by 10 local artists responding to Jacksonville’s rich artistic African American heritage, focused on creating an artful platform to discuss issues around race, equity, and community. The exhibit was on display at the Museum from June 14, 2016 through February 12, 2017. A section of the exhibit “LIFT: Contemporary Expressions of the African American Experience”
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Aging True celebrates ‘relatives as parents’ with inaugural tea party Grandparents, grandchildren and, in at least one case, great-grandchildren gathered at the Jacksonville Main Library on Nov. 19 for “A Grand Affair,” a family-friendly inaugural event of tea and lunch to benefit Aging True’s Relatives as Parents Program of Jacksonville (RAPPJax). Aging True’s RAPPJax supports grandparents who are responsible for the care of their relative minors by providing them aid with everything from summer camps grants to family fun days to computer courses. In addition to enjoying food and a traditional afternoon tea, guests heard from Clausal Smith, 2016 Grandparent of the Year and Glinda Williams, 2017 Grandparent of the Year.
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Local residents feature in LaVilla fall musical The masterminds behind the LaVilla School of the Arts fall musical, “Shrek Jr.,” reads as a Who’s Who from the historic districts. Guests at the show’s two November performances may have recognized familiar names, including Riverside resident Amber Amerson, the head of the school’s theatre department and musical director; Assistant Director Chelsea Virta-Steel of Avondale, and Ortega resident Abbie Malkewitz, Technical Theatre Teacher in charge of production design and technical direction for the musical.
LaVilla seventh-grade student Tucker Sharp and great-niece of Jane Condon (center) with Amber Amerson
A good portion of the cast, too, hails from those necks of the woods. Two of the main characters are played by Ortega residents. Young Fiona was played by Dakota Burton and Young Shrek was played by Adam Russell. In addition, others in the crew and cast from the historic neighborhoods included Mya Wilkes, Blythe Stanley, Tucker Sharp, Ben Sandlin, James Miller, Juliana Leach, Coral Day, Bella Peirpoint, Aliyah Johnson and Sam Taplin. “She is as talented as she is dedicated. From the second week of school in August until showtime, she worked every day after school directing the play,” said Sally Sharp, LaVilla communications director. “She Nick Nasta (Shrek), Vivienne Gianneschi (Dragon), Auggie Pulliam (Donkey), Director Amber brings the best out of middle-school talent Amerson, Rachel Salvador (Lord Farquaad) kneeling, Natalie Ealum (Fiona), Ellie Germaine (Gingy) and you quickly forget how young the actors are, it is so well-done and professional.” Amerson comes by her education and leadership abilities genetically. Her mother, Jackie Cornelius, retired in June as principal of the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, having served the Duval County Public Schools for 47 years. Amerson may be following in her footsteps. “Amber truly invests in the students and gives them invaluable life-coaching disguised as theatre,” said Sharp. “Amber is not really compensated for this huge Ben Sandlin, Lainey Rose, Blythe Stanley, Samara Willis, Mya Wilkes, Chelsea Virta-Steele, undertaking – she does it for the kids.” Hazelannye Claudio, Jessica Barone Bella Peirpoint
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Annual competition shows students’ grasp of urban planning
PTA holds afternoon fall festival Book characters was the theme of the West Riverside Elementary School fall festival, held Nov. 3 and sponsored by the Parent-Teacher Association. Classrooms created pumpkins to match book characters for a silent auction. During the afternoon festival, students enjoyed a variety of activities, including face painting, bounce house, games and a visit from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.
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Lee High principal receives state-wide counseling award Scott Schneider, principal at Robert E. Lee High School received the Florida School Counselor Association’s 2017 School Counselor Advocate Award during its annual convention Nov. 2-4 in Orlando. The award, given by the state-level counseling association, recognizes Schneider’s leadership skills regarding school counseling. Schneider is passionate about supporting students and utilizing school counselors to help create opportunities for students, according to Dr. Khristi Keefe-Bowens, Early College Program school counselor.
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Two winning teams – Hip and Edgy Development and Clout Development – were chosen after nine teams of Episcopal School of Jacksonville economics students presented their Urban Plan projects on Nov. 9 to members of the Urban Land Institute – North Florida. UrbanPlan is a 15-hour course created for high school and college students by the ULI to teach students urban planning concepts. Students work in development teams to analyze and respond to a hypothetical Request for Proposal for the redevelopment of a specific urban area. Each student takes on a specific role in their development team, consisting of a Site Planner, Financial Analyst, Marketing Director, City Liaison and Neighborhood Liaison. “Urban Plan provides students with the opportunity to participate in a realistic, project-based learning scenario that allows them to think critically about how
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Young artist puts talents to work for Eagle Scout project By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News James Morgan, a Central Riverside Elementary School alumnus, and now a senior at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, chose his alma mater for a project for his Eagle Scout award. He was looking for somewhere in the community where he could showcase his passion for the arts and most importantly do something that would benefit the kids in a Duval County School, said his mother, Vilma Morgan. “He said, ‘Mom, I want to paint something at one of the schools I attended.’ We reached out to [CRES Visual Arts Instructor] Terry Woodlief to let her know that James was looking for an art-related Eagle Scout project. She mentioned her school’s car riding zone needing some fresh paint. James made several trips to the school surveying, sketching and measuring the area,” said Vilma. Morgan painted the sidewalk area in the elementary school’s car riding zone after spending several days power washing the area in early November. He enlisted a team
Avondale resident named merit scholarship semi-finalist Episcopal School of Jacksonville Senior Mac Lyerly of Avondale has been named a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist.
James Morgan with his Eagle Scout project at Central Riverside Elementary School
of fellow art students from Douglas Anderson to help him with the project and also solicited businesses for donations for the supplies. “I’ve always liked to work big and I wanted to work bigger. When I got a look at the car riding zone I saw it as my next canvas with a lot of potential,” said Morgan, who attend CRES through second grade. Morgan, a member of Boy Scout Troop 522, wants to pursue his education in the arts and has ambitions to one day paint a mural in Jacksonville which positively impact the community.
The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking PSAT/NMSQT, which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.6 million entrants each year, and by meeting program entry
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The News Crew from Fishweir Elementary School’s daily morning show took a field trip Nov. 1 to Channel 4 for a tour and live viewing of the noon news on the set, where Anchor Bruce Hamilton introduced the crew of 13 and invited three students to the news desk. In its seventh year, the Fishweir News Crew of third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students goes on air at 8:30 a.m. to lead classmates in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Fishweir Conduct Pledge, then delivers weather, after-school arts activities, the lunch menu, student and staff birthdays, a weekly quote from Coach Michael Knight about fitness and health, and any daily important information about events and scheduling, etc. Guests also announce awards or high achievers for the week – all within 15 minutes, according to Amanda Royce, staff sponsor for the News Crew.
and participation requirements. Only about 16,000 students are named semifinalists. Finalists will be named in February of 2018. Lyerly is a member of the National Honor Society, the Latin Honors Society and Mensa. He is the Senior Class President, Varsity Cross Country Team Captain and recipient
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John N.C. Stockton Elementary School honored local veterans with a special flag raising ceremony Nov. 6, where members of the American Legion Lakeshore Post 137 Color Guard presented the colors. Big Orange Chorus, a fun and friendly group of guys who enjoy singing barbershop and other styles of music, led the National Anthem. Stockton’s student chorus sang the U.S. Armed Forces anthem, “Armed Forces Medley.” Guest speaker Captain David Collins spoke to the students about what it means to be a veteran and acknowledged the many active military and veterans on the campus. All the branches of the military were represented with a member of each branch holding flags. After the ceremony, a group of veterans visited the classrooms to discuss their service to the country and to answer students’ questions.
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Central Riverside students enjoy local walk Central Riverside Elementary School students – all 367 – carrying signs and posters, and accompanied by parents and 35 teachers parents took a walk around Riverside Oct. 4 to celebrate National Walk to School Day and promote safety, health and fitness. The 20-minute walk was the culmination of the week-long global event which involves 40 countries. In addition to the walk, students enjoyed a pep rally, art display, a poster contest and other activities incorporated into the academic and resource classroom activities for school-wide immersion, according to Assistant Principal Faith Roberts-Graham, who said this is the first year Central Riverside has participated in the event. “PE teacher Robert Young emphasized pedestrian safety and fitness, and police officers from JSO were here. An officer read one of the Clifford Books on safety to the kindergarten children,” said RobertsGraham. “The children received a sticker badge for participation and reflectors for their bicycles or backpacks. Wolfson Children’s Hospital and The Players were sponsors. There was a lot going on.”
Officer Aaron Bebernitz with school friends Jevon Wilson and Darnell Wilson
Stephen McCloskey, program manager for Healthier Generation, has worked with 200 schools in Florida for four years to promote participation in healthy events. Healthier Generation partnered with Wolfson Children’s Hospital and Safe Kids for Northeast Florida to sponsor Central Riverside. “Our biggest programs are in the schools. Research indicates that more physical activity improves academic performance,” said McCloskey. “The brain just lights up! Our program is dedicated to reducing childhood obesity by promoting healthier eating, and helping schools find ways to get more activity incorporated into the school day, not just with PE, but with breaks during the day.”
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Win or lose, it’s how you play and enjoy the game The Sixth Grade Athletics Boys Basketball teams wrapped up their season playing against other area independent schools in a tournament at Jacksonville Country Day School Nov. 14. Both teams made it to the semi-finals where Boys Team 1 played a close game against JCDS, while Boys Team 2 went into triple overtime versus St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School. Befitting from the Physical Education curriculum and its promotion of individual and team success, RPDS sixth-grade students have the opportunity to participate in the North Florida Independent Schools Athletic Conference (NFISAC). The Conference includes area independent schools in which RPDS Athletics teams participate in boys and girls basketball, volleyball and flag football.
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Four Unique Campuses Jacob Campen works to keep the ball away from his Jacksonville Country Day School opponent.
All sixth-graders are encouraged to play at least one sport throughout the year to learn the sport, enjoy the game and be part of a team. Basketball season is held in the fall while the volleyball and flag football seasons run December through early March.
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Junior baker raises funds for Cummer Gardens restoration Ava Chung really wanted to visit the Cummer Museum & Gardens for her 10th birthday, but Hurricane Irma had her way with the gardens, leaving them in shambles. Instead, Chung turned her disappointment into charity, hosting a bake sale to raise funds for the restoration of the gardens. “Baking is Ava’s passion and she baked her heart out all week,” said her mother, Katie Chung. Although it took more than a month to get approval, the Cummer allowed Ava and her friends to set up a table on the lawn Oct. 28, where they sold more than 20 dozen items, including cupcakes, cakepops, biscotti, banana bread and more for $2 each. Ava raised $618 in just three hours.
Little tykes with big hearts donate socks for homeless Sadie Hernandez, 4, donates socks to the annual City Rescue Mission Sock Drive held by students attending St. John’s Presbyterian Kindergarten and Preschool. The collection of socks was distributed at City Rescue Mission’s Thanksgiving meal Nov. 22.
Mason Blunk, Madison Blunk, Maya Jones, Ava Chung and Emma Griffin sell sweet treats to raise funds for the restoration of the Cummer Gardens.
PTA festival raises funds for local school Fishweir Elementary School students and their families turned out by the hundreds to enjoy the activities at the annual PTAsponsored Fall Festival Nov. 3 on the school grounds. Game booths from each grade, inflatable slides, food trucks and the traditional cake walk added to the merriment on a fine autumn afternoon.
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School Girls basketball team
The St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School JV Boys, Varsity Blue Boys, and Girls Basketball Teams won all three of their tournament divisions in the NFISAC (North Florida Independent School Athletic Conference). This is the second year in a row they have captured the division titles as well. Congratulations to the students for their hard work and sportsmanship, and to Coaches Taylor Harnden and Holly Joyner, for teaching the teamwork that made the wins possible.
Some of the kindergarten students pose for a photo after completing their Turkey Trot. In the back, Jason Martelle, kindergarten teacher, Susan Fish, fifth-grade teacher, Shaun Bennett, music teacher, and Megan Barrow, kindergarten teacher.
Students celebrate food drive with Turkey Trot During November, 345 kindergarten to fifth-grade students at Ortega Elementary collected 963 cans of nonperishable foods to be donated to UCOM (United Community Outreach Ministry) on the Southside. Each donation served as a “ticket” to participate in the Turkey Trot, one of the school’s most anticipated annual events. The fun run/walk around the Ortega campus on Nov. 21 gave students the opportunity to compete or just enjoy the race while making a difference to those who may need some extra help this holiday season.
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Varsity Blue (front): Jack Anderson, Andrew Hetzel, Ford Rachels; back: Amare’ Thomas, Coach Taylor Harnden, Declan McCarthy
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Naomi Leach, Violet Thigpen, Jah’Kel Williams, Desiree Garcia and Steven Lamp were just a few of the more than 400 students decked out like their favorite book character for the annual Fishweir Elementary School Book Character Parade Oct. 31. Students were able to wear their costumes later in the evening for Trick-or-Treat in the Fishweir neighborhood.
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White Table ceremony honors all military
Homeschool group learns the ‘ropes’ about sailing Although a chilly morning for a cruise, four young boys who are “homeschooled” at the Sanctuary on 8th Street, warmed up with hot chocolate before learning the “ropes” of sailing, courtesy of Ralph Hubbard and Leslie Jones, who run a charter business. The boys, with Sanctuary’s executive Everett, Michael, Gaje and Jeremiah on the bow of director, Rick Cartlidge, and an aide, Henry Now & Zen down near The Landing, where Jaguars Caine, used binoculars and walkie-talkies, owner Shad Khan’s ship, Kismet, is berthed. learned the difference between a line and a rope, and steered the catamaran Now & Zen on the cruise from the Marina at Ortega Landing to downtown Jacksonville. After the two-hour trip Nov. 15, the marina treated all to a lasagna lunch in the clubhouse. Charlie Herrington, a boater at the marina, made each boy a knotted bracelet with a compass so they can “always find their way.” Henry Caine, Rick Cartlidge, Michael, Everett, Jeremiah, Gaje with Leslie Jones, captain of Now & Zen
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School students, families and faculty gathered to observe Veterans Day with a traditional White Table ceremony, honoring the men and women who served in America’s Armed Forces, including the fallen, prisoners of war and those missing in action. The Upson Chorus sang the National Anthem and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Fifth-grader Jamyla Oakes read “Veterans Day,” a poem by Cheryl Dyson, to begin the setting of the table. Classmates Zara Adams, Isiah Craig and Isabella Radcliffe narrated the ceremony, explaining the meaning of the nine elements. The table was small, and set for one, symbolizing the vulnerability of a soldier against the enemy and captors. The white tablecloth symbolized purity of intention in responding to the nation’s call to arms. An empty chair, for they are not here. An inverted glass that won’t be used. A black napkin for the sorrow of captivity.
The Ruth N. Upson Elementary School Safety Patrol presented the flag and took part in the Veterans Day military remembrance.
A slice of lemon reminds us of their bitter suffering. Grains of salt represent the countless tears of the families. A white candle for peace. Finally, a single red rose, a reminder of loved ones who keep the faith awaiting their return. After the table had been set fifth-grader Jaylen Sykes read a poem she wrote to honor her father and uncle, both serving in the military. Military music was played to conclude the program.
Bishop Snyder High School adds new honor society On Nov. 8, 60 students were inducted into Bishop Snyder High School’s newest honor society, Rho Kappa, after Senior Alexis Trumbull met with World History teacher Daniel Sanford, who agreed to sponsor Snyder’s sixth honor society. Fort Myers High School established the first social studies honor society which the Florida Council for the Social Studies used as a basis to create Rho Kappa in 2000.
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty’s Avondale and San Marco offices collect new, unwrapped toys for Holiday Helpers, an all-volunteer organization which helps children in Northeast Florida who are affected by HIV and other childhood diseases. Visit floridarealtynetwork.com or call (904) 296-1737 for details.
A family-friendly street party and toy drive will benefit the 19th Annual Children’s Christmas of Jacksonville. The street party, sponsored by 5 Points merchants Gloss Goods, Generation Us, Redfield Salon and Publix, will be held Saturday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m. to noon. Bring a new toy and enjoy music, food, activities and a visit by Santa Claus and the Jacksonville Roar cheerleaders.
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The Salvation Army depends on volunteers to help ring in its Red Kettle season. At the kickoff at Publix, Roosevelt Square, were Lt. Dominic Blanford, Robert Devers, Salvation Army major gifts manager, Ella Corey, Riley Corey as Red Kettle, Major Bert Tanner, Harold Pierce, volunteer bell ringer and Heather Corey, Salvation Army development director.
The Southside United Methodist Church Angel Tree program supplies a Christmas meal and gifts to Hendricks Avenue Elementary families in need. The families receive a holiday meal plus an outfit of clothing and a toy for each child in the family. To donate or for more information sign up at sumcjax. org/angeltree.
Roberta’s Angels, through the annual Be New and unwrapped toys for children An Angel Campaign, collects new, unwrapped age 0-2 and new clothing for ages 0 -12 gifts for children, teens and young adults, years old are needed for The Salvation ages 10-17, in foster care. Drop off at Family Army’s Angel Tree program which provides Support Services, 1300 Riverplace Blvd., assistance to families who have demonstrated Ste. 700, or at Watson Realty offices: 13001 financial need. Visit salvationarmynefl.org Atlantic Blvd., 11226 San Jose Blvd., 1566-1 for more information. Dunn Ave., 1395 Chafee Rd., 751 Duval Donate unwrapped, new toys for children Station Rd. To sponsor a child or teen, visit Through December 15 and stocking stuffer items for adult men beanangeljax.org or call (904) 418-5816. and women at the Sulzbacher Center Shelter. Toys For Tots helps provide toys at Donations may be dropped off at 611 E. Through December 8 Christmas as well as a message of hope Adams St. Visit www.sulzbachercenter.org to thousands of underprivileged children. or call (904) 394-8082 for details. Donate a $25 holiday gift for a Boys & Visit jacksonville-fl.toysfortots.org for a Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida member. complete list of drop-off locations for new, Help brighten a child’s holiday and pick Donate a new, unwrapped gift or BGCNF unwrapped toys. Sponsored by the U.S. an angel from the First Coast YMCA’s Angel will buy one for you. Businesses and in- Marine Corps Reserve. Tree at any of the YMCA branches, then dividuals can participate. Volunteers are donate new, unwrapped toys and gifts for needed Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the a child’s Christmas present. Visit firstcoastymca. holiday wrapping party. Visit bgcnf.org org for more information. for more information.
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Donate to the United Way of Northeast Florida’s Holiday Wish List collection drive by adopting a family or child and providing requested toys, clothing, food or personal hygiene items. Host a collection drive for food, toys and other essentials to be distributed to families to help them enjoy the holidays at home. Volunteers are also needed to help with the United Way holiday activities. Visit unitedwaynefl.org/volunteer/holidays/ for more information or to adopt a family.
Through December 21 Hart Felt Ministries delivers Christmas stockings to every client filled with items clients have asked for such as toiletry items, puzzles and even clothing items. Donate Wal-Mart, Winn-Dixie or Publix gift cards to purchase items for those in need. Volunteers are also needed to deliver stockings. Visit hartfelt.org to donate or to apply for a volunteer position.
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Leah Mary Cox, an amateur photographer, provided the city with its most important collection of turn of the 19th to 20th century photos. She lived much of her early years in East Jacksonville, and eventually built a house on San Juan Avenue, east of Roosevelt Boulevard, transporting the building supplies by streetcar. Cox is known for her photos of the city’s Great Fire of 1901, but she also captured photos of family and friends, printing images from glass plate negatives. These images are likely her nieces and nephews celebrating a Jacksonville Christmas, circa, 1908.
(Photo courtesy of the Jacksonville Historical Society, from its archives. To learn more, visit jaxhistory.org or call (904) 665-0064.)
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