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SERVING THE NORTHWEST ST. JOHNS COUNTY COMMUNITY SINCE 2001 M EMBER OF THE RT PUBLISHING GROUP OF COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS Volume 12, Issue 11 Visit our online edition at www.thecreekline.com November 2012 Halloween party kicks off Relay for Help JCP CARES give Life to chase away demon of cancer thanks for Thanksgiving By Karl Kennell By Karl Kennell Following the opening On No- remarks, survivor chair Carrie vember 17, Beclard, a survivor of cancer local charitable who has been with the Bar- organization tram Trail Relay for Life since JCP CARES is its beginning, addressed the stepping for- gathering with a passion. Toni ward again this Bilello, team captain of the San year to help the Juanitas from San Juan Del more fortunate Rio Catholic Church outlined to not only give how their team raised $1,700 thanks but to last year. She described the share the fruits San Juanitas as “the fun team.” of their good However, there was little fun fortune. JCP found as she described her own CARES will be struggle with the demon known collecting food as cancer. Her own journey items through began in 1995 when she fi rst their annual food battled the demon and again drive. Leading up in 2008 when she faced it once to the November again. 17 collection Doug Nunnery, Kelly Blount, Carrie Beclard, Kim Aslan, Marianne Quigg, “I give thanks to the sup- Christ’s Cupboard volunteers Ruth Wolf, Lou Stanwich, date, during the Becky Kimball, Susan Margenau and Andy Fletcher at the kick off party. port of my husband Lou and the Diane Conklin, Lisa Modaff with JCP CARES President week of Novem- On October 25, Relay for dressed in purple—Marianne prayers that everyone said for Kathy Bravo. ber 12 through Life teams gathered in the Quigg, entertainment chair, who me,” she explained. “At times Thanksgiving is almost 16, volunteers will be delivering Pumpkin Patch at River of Life gave out a light stick on a string I would just stop and actually upon us. The smells of a feast plastic bags to each house in Methodist Church to begin this to each guest, admonishing each feel someone saying a prayer will fi ll the kitchen. Most of us area subdivisions by putting the year’s drive to ward-off the not to break them until told for me.” are waiting in anticipation for bags on the back of home mail- demon, goblins and ghouls of later. Master of Ceremonies for It was stories like this that gathering the family together boxes. Also, area schools will be cancer. Teams came to sign-up the evening was Andy Fletcher helped make the evening stun- for a cornucopia of delectable collecting again this year. for the May 4, 2013 American with the Prudential Network re- ningly memorable. deserts topping off a traditional Basic items such as cans Cancer Society Relay for Life alty team who introduced team The purple devil Marianne dinner. However, there are many of tuna fi sh, beans and peanut event at Bartram Trail High event chair Becky Kimball for Quigg stepped up to the micro- here in our neighborhood that butter, canned vegetables, fruit School. opening remarks. She outlined phone and outlined the history see this holiday as another chal- and soup are in most need. In As guests arrived they were the goals for this year’s Relay lenge just to put a wholesome greeted by a devilish character for Life. Relay for Life cont. in Section B, pg. 6 daily meal on the table. Food Drive cont. in Section B, pg. 4 Now is the The 2012 Boat Parade …is lining up! What’s Inside By Donna Keathley Page 3 What’s New time to book Ho Ho Ho! If “We expect a Page 4 From the Commissioner your you have a fl oat- great turn out for Page 5 School District Journal ing vessel come join this year’s parade; HoHHolidayli Ads! parade! The Juling- with all the growth Page 6 The Sheriff Reports ton Creek Prop Club at the creek and Page 8 Rotary Interact Club is working hard to all the new restau- Page 9 Tax Collector savings present this year’s rants it will be a fun Christmas on the night for the entire Page 10 Nocatee fl yover Creek Boat Parade. neighborhood,” adds Page 13 Nat’l Merit Semifi nalists All area boaters are Sample. Page 16 Nease Happenings invited to join in the Established in fun and competi- 1988, the parade Page 17 Pacetti Bay update Call 886-4919 to make tion. Cash prizes are has an estimated 30 Page 18 Hickory Creek Carnival presented to the top a reservation today! powerboats lined up Page 19 Local volunteer honored three decorated boats for the event. Boats this year and there decked out in all Page 21 Durbin Creek Game Night are no registration their holiday fi nery Page 22 Marine Corps League fees involved. This event is the dore George Sample is urging motor the parade route which largest function of the year for any interested folks to join in begins at The Marina at Jul- Page 23 Movie Review the club and it is their pleasure the fun and to contact him at ington Creek, goes underneath Page 24 Coast Guard Auxiliary Permit No.4 Permit

US Postage Paid US Postage to present it to the public. So [email protected] for more the bridges and motors around Presorted Standard Presorted Page 26 Captain David’s Fishing Callahan, FL 32011 decorate your boat and hope for information. Bulls Bay, then returns under a good clear night and low tides “The more the merrier,” says the bridge and continues down Page 27 Faith News and sail on down to the creek Sample. Durbin Creek. Spectators can Page 29 Creeks Academy soccer and join in the fun! The best decorated boat gets view the event from the Juling- Page 31 Gardening The annual holiday event a $300 cash prize while second ton Creek Bridge walkways. is scheduled for Saturday, place gets $200 and third place Homeowners with docks Page 32 BTHS Sports Roundup December 1 this year. Commo- receives $100. Boat parade cont. on pg. 12 Section B: Senior NewsLine

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Copies of this online coupon are not accepted Page 4, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com From the /DZ2IILFHRI 5RVH0DULH.3UHGG\3$ Commissioner’s Desk (VWDWH3ODQQLQJ‡:LOOV‡7UXVWV By Contributing Writer Jay Morris 3UREDWH‡*XDUGLDQVKLS St. Johns County Commissioner, District 4 Over 15 Years Legal Experience 904-665-0005 As we close out fi scal year ity, your tax bill for next year cies and managerial fi scal www.preddylaw.com 2012, St. Johns County has had will be somewhat reduced. oversight, reducing over 6DQ-RVH%OYG‡6XLWH another excellent year in pro- Even with this reality, St. Johns $290,000 in overhead. viding the services expected by County will continue to provide • Used crushed scrap concrete -XVWQRUWKRIWKH-XOLQJWRQ&UHHN%ULGJH The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements. the citizens of the county, even all the services that we provided to replace lime rock in the %HIRUH\RXGHFLGHDVNXVWRVHQG\RXIUHHZULWWHQLQIRUPDWLRQDERXWRXUTXDOL¿FDWLRQVDQGH[SHULHQFH in light of continued budget in 2012. road and bridge depart- shortfalls caused by diminished All your county commis- ment, producing a savings of property tax returns brought sioners, along with the county $330,000 per year. about by the collapse of the administration, The Industrial • A health insurance audit housing market. Remember, all Development Authority, the saved $269,000 per year. we do is provide services. St. Economic Development Council • Moved the Ponte Vedra Johns County runs lean, but we of the St. Augustine Chamber Utility Offi ce to the Annex remain one of the most fi nan- of Commerce and many others on County Road 210, saving cially solid counties in the state continue to work to increase the $50,000 per year. of Florida. industrial tax base in the county • Moved the Community We just wrapped up the in order to reduce the tax bur- Development Division to budget for 2013 and the millage den on the individual home- the County Administration rate next year will remain the owner. A 1 percent increase in Building, saving $106,000 same as 2012. This will remain the industrial tax base brings in per year. the same tax revenue received $1.2 million in tax revenue to • Negotiated a tri-county nine years ago in 2005. Even the county. An example of the agreement for a medical with a population increase of success of this eff ort took place examiner with Flagler and 27 percent, we have had little on September 20 with the grand Putnam counties, saving reduction in services. Prop- opening of 2G Cenergy Power $67,000 per year. Ī7D[3UHSDUDWLRQ erty values are projected to go Systems Technologies, Inc. This Again, in this continu- down another 2.5 percent next will be the fi rst United States ing economic downturn, we Ī7D[3ODQQLQJ year, which means the county manufacturing facility for this continue to cut in every area Ī)LQDQFLDO6WDWHPHQWV will bring in $3 million less in German-based corporation and conceivable and still maintain revenue next year versus the they chose St. Johns County all the services that have made Ī(VWDWH *LIW3ODQQLQJ revenue received in 2012—ap- over many other off ers. St. Johns County the best place Ī%XVLQHVV6ROXWLRQV proximately $122 million in Finally, under the leadership to live in Florida—or even in 2012 versus $119 million in of Mike Wanchick, our county America, for that matter. Ī%RRNNHHSLQJ 2013. You all should have administrator, St. Johns County Ī4XLFNERRNV3UR$GYLVRU® received your tax TRIM notice is truly run like a successful Robert E. Burke, CPA for 2014 and, in all probabil- business. Over the past two years, the county has decreased Advertise in +DUWOH\5RDG6XLWH departments from 34 down to -DFNVRQYLOOH)/ The CPA Never ĪZZZUHEXUNHFSDFRP Correction: 12 and has eliminated 255 jobs The Underestimate the Value® Due to an editing error, the in the process. The county has article in the October 2012 also implemented a great num- CreekLine What’s New cont. from pg. 3 issue of The CreekLine entitled ber of cost savings this year; the Julington Creek area (all moms Vaill Point Park, located at 630 “4-H Program features Quilt following are examples of just a It’s good for living in Jacksonville/Orange Vaill Point Road in St. Augustine. Camp” should correctly be few of these: business! Park or surrounding areas are Your senses will delight as you credited to Linda A. Smith, St. • Fire Chief Carl Shank has also welcome). We meet at least observe native plants, birds and totally reorganized the Fire twice a month, usually at the other wildlife along the nature Johns County Master Garden- Department/EMS for a sav- er as the author. We apologize 287-4913 playground; check our Facebook trail at an exciting time of the ings of $500,000 per year. events page! This group has no year. Local experts will share for any inconvenience this • Reorganized the Amphi- [email protected] fees and will also give you a way their knowledge and off er ideas may have caused. theatre for greater effi cien- to network within the Jewish and advice that will inspire you community and fi nd fun events in your own yard. Guides include and activities. Please visit www. Gail Compton, nature columnist; facebook.com/groups/jewish- Beverly Fleming, Florida Master mothers Naturalist instructor and Renee Stambaugh, native plant con- The United States Coast sultant. The program is free and Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 14-7 open to the public. For more in- meets the fi rst Thursday of every formation, please call 692-3927. EXPERIENCE month at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Yacht Club near the The Marine Corps League, THE DIFFERENCE St. Augustine Lighthouse. The Ancient City Detachment 383, fl otilla is always looking for new meets on the fi rst Tuesday of members, particularly those who each month at 1900 hours at the own aircraft, boats and have ra- St. Augustine Elks Lodge 829, dio equipment and skills. If you located at 1420 State Road A1A are interested, please contact Vic South in St. Augustine. For ad- EXPERIENCE Aquino at 460-0243. ditional information, please visit CAN MAKE. mclfl 383.org. The St. Johns Federated Republican Women invite you to World Golf Village Toast- join them the third Monday of masters meets the fi rst and third every month. The SJFRW meets Tuesday of each month at 6:30 at 6:30 p.m. at Davidson Re- p.m. at First Florida Credit Union alty in World Golf Village. Both (entrance in back), located at men and women are welcome. 1950 County Road 210 West. You Regular schedule for meetings are invited to visit the World will resume in January 2013. For Golf Village Toastmasters Club. more information, please contact Our members include experi- Debbie Newton at 910-0290. enced Toastmasters and those just starting. Together we share Have you or a friend lost the Toastmasters experience in a spouse or partner in the past “...a mutually supportive and  year? We are forming a Grief positive learning environment, Support Group that will meet where every individual member If you have a home to sell—whether your mortgage is under- weekly. If you are interested or has the opportunity to develop water or paid off—let us show you how much of a difference know of someone in need please oral communication and leader- our experience can make. The team at Davidson Realty has call 470-9207 for information. ship skills…and have fun doing been selling homes in Northeast Florida’s neighborhoods for it.” For more information, please visit www.worldgolfvillage.toast- years, through good markets and bad. Today, we have more As the leaves begin to mastersclubs.org. than 30 full-time agents and a comprehensive support staff “TRUSTED REAL ESTATE ADVISORS.” change color and the air becomes ready to put that same experience to work for you. crisp, experience the diff er- The Northeast Florida Quit 904-940-5000 | DavidsonRealtyInc.com ent sights, sounds and smells of north Florida on November 15 Smoking Now (QSN) Program from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at What’s New cont. on pg. 8 www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 5 School District Journal By Contributing Writer Beverly Slough, St. Johns County School Board

School choice is very much ployed with the business directly in vogue these days. I am very out of high school. proud of the choice that St. Johns St. Augustine High School County School District off ers to has two academies that have re- its children, especially our high ceived national recognition. The school students. Our schools Aerospace Academy is a partner- off er 15 career and technical ship with Northup Grumman academies, which prepare stu- and Embry Riddle Aeronautic dents for the next steps in their University. Students are trained lives, whether that is immediate for high wage employment such employment or higher educa- as aircraft repair and air traffi c tion. The off erings are varied control, as well as receiving the Communications Academy and Flagler Hospital Academy receive Creekside and Ponte Vedra High and each high school has at least skills they need to further their Stellar Academy of Engineer- training at the hospital, and sev- Schools also off er accelerated two academies. To participate education in the area of aeronau- ing at Nease High School. Nease eral of our students have gone to programs of study to the students in the academies, students must tics. They utilize fl ight simula- partners with Stellar Engineer- work there after graduation. St. who reside in their zones only. complete an application and tors to learn fl ight techniques, ing to provide our students Johns Technical High School of- I believe that the relevance be accepted. They are allowed and many of them actually learn with instruction from a certifi ed fers the Academy of Coastal and and rigor of these career and to attend the school that off ers to fl y airplanes. Because of our engineer and the opportunity for Water Resources. technical academies are a driv- the academy to which they gain articulation agreement with internships in the area of engi- In addition to these acad- ing force behind our very high entry but must provide their own Embry Riddle, students graduate neering with the fi rm. Bartram emies, three of our schools (greater than 94 percent) on time transportation. with college credit in their fi eld Trail off ers the Academy of off er junior ROTC programs. St. graduation rate and our very low At two of our high schools, of study. The St. Johns County Design and Construction in addi- Augustine has Army ROTC, Nease (less than 1 percent) dropout rate Bartram Trail and Pedro Menen- Academy of Future Teach- tion to the Business and Finance off ers Navy ROTC and Bartram in St. Johns County. Students are dez, VyStar Credit Union has ers prepares our young people Academy. This academy is two- Trail provides Air Force ROTC. engaged in learning that pre- partnered with the schools to to enter the fi eld of education. prong with one strand focused Many of our graduates have gone pares them for the workplace and open working branches on the They practice their skills with the on building trades and the other on to military academies follow- for higher education, and they campuses. Students in the Busi- children at Tech Tots on the First on design, both in the areas of ing their participation in these choose the course of study that ness and Finance Academies Coast Technical College Campus. buildings and fashion. Creekside academies. interests them. Our district con- may choose to train with VyStar These students have the ability High School off ers the Academy Finally, we also off er ac- tinues to seek ways to engage our and actually run the branches, to graduate with their associate of Emerging Technology and the celerated academic programs of students in areas of study that which provide all the services of arts degree at the same time Academy of Environmental and choice. Nease and Pedro Menen- will prepare them for high wage of the larger branches, with the as they receive their high school Urban Planning. The academies dez High Schools have Interna- jobs and that provide our com- exception of granting loans. The diplomas. Our district honors of Biotechnical and Medical Re- tional Baccalaureate programs munity with an educated work- students develop their own mar- their hard work by signing them search and International Business and St. Augustine High School force ready to meet the demands keting plans to encourage their to an agreement that allows them and Marketing are the off erings off ers Advanced International of our expanding economy. classmates to open accounts in to fi nish their bachelor’s degree, at Ponte Vedra High School. Pe- Certifi cate of Education. Gradu- As always, thank you for their branch. During paid intern- obtain their teaching certifi cate, dro Menendez High School off ers ates who complete the rigorous your interest in public education. ships in the summer, students are and then be advanced on our the Academy of Architectural and requirements of these programs If I may serve you in any way, trained in the skills they need to salary scale if they return to St. Building Sciences and the Flagler are awarded international diplo- please contact me at sloughb@ fully operate the branches, and Johns County to teach. Hospital Academy of Medical and mas in addition to their St. Johns stjohns.k12.fl .us. some students have been em- Other academies include Health Careers. Students in the County diploma. Bartram Trail, Page 6, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com The Sheriff 4FMM
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St. Johns County accepting applications for advisory board and committee vacancies St. Johns County is cur- Four education, law enforcement, rently accepting applications for Purpose of Committee: Evalu- spiritual leadership or be the following volunteer board ate human services programs consumers or other interested and committee vacancies. Please in the community, assists in parties comprising the gen- contact Melissa Lundquist at determining the eff ective- eral public. Seeking represen- 209-0563 or mlundquist@sjcfl . ness of programs, reduces tation from County Commis- us for more information or to duplication of services and sion District 1 and District 2. obtain an application. assures the health and hu- Meeting schedule: This council Library Advisory Board. Va- man services needs of the meets at 4:30 p.m. on the last cancy: One. residents of St. Johns County Thursday of each month at Purpose of Committee: Advise are met. Council members re- the Health and Human Ser- the county on the establish- view applications requesting vices Department, located at ment, operation and mainte- county funding for programs 1955 US 1 South. In addition, nance of free public library that provide health, mental the council meets on-call, as services within St. Johns health, substance abuse and needed during application County. social services and submit review period. Qualifi cations: Seeking repre- recommendations to the Application Submission Dead- sentation from County Com- Board of County Commis- line: November 16, 2012. mission District 1or District sioners. Cultural Resource Review 2. Qualifi cations: Members Board. Vacancies: Four Meeting schedule: This board must be a registered voter Purpose of Committee: Advise meets at 9:30 a.m. on the in St. Johns County. Two the Board of County Com- second Wednesday of each of the new appointees shall missioners regarding cultural, month. Meeting locations ro- be professionals from the architectural, archaeological tate each month to a specifi c disciplines of health, mental and historical resources of branch library. health, substance abuse or St. Johns County and iden- Application Submission Dead- social services and two shall tify, evaluate, document, line: November 16, 2012. serve “at-large” from com- designate and protect these Health and Human Services patible areas such as busi- Advisory Council. Vacancies: ness, banking and fi nance, Advisory Board vacancies cont. on pg. 7 www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 7 New president of Chamber Fall in love with your hair AGAIN! Ambassador program elected Tracey Phillips, owner of signifi cant to Promotional Presence, LLC, has Phillips. been elected president of the “One Chamber Ambassadors Program reason my for year 2012-2013. business has The mission of the Ambas- been success- sadors program is to represent ful is that I the Chamber by exhibiting the enjoy running highest degree of professionalism, it. A big part knowledge and integrity to mem- of that enjoy- Carl Slack bers and the business community. ment is that I genuinely like the Colorist/Hair Stylist Ambassadors serve as the greet- people my business attracts as ing arm of the Chamber to pro- long-term customers,” Phillips ex- mote new member participation plained. She holds a bachelor of (904)04) 209-1320 209 1320 and retention by participating in Business Administration from the www.getpanache.com a variety of Chamber events and University of North Florida. activities including Chamber sea- Phillips has been active with 2758 Race Track Rd. in Julington Creek e 32259 e Plantation Publix Plaza sonal blends and ribbon cuttings the St. Johns Chamber of Com- as well as making new member merce for several years. She has and renewing member visits. been on the NW Business Coun- Editorial: Commissioners are blindsided In 2002, Phillips launched cil Board for the last four years, By Contributing Writer Phyllis Abbatiello Creative Treasures, a personal- serving as president this last year. On October 16 our Board So he ignored our commis- Johns County that can carry ized gift line backed by superior She donates a lot of her time vol- of County Commissioners sioners to get what he wanted! us through 15 years. Ninety customer service. With a keen eye unteering in the community. She were blindsided by a footnote His lawyer, George McClure percent homes and 10 percent for new opportunities and niche is a Business Partner to several Amendment added to an exist- spoke on his behalf and stated commercial—this does not bring markets, in 2009 Phillips unveiled schools located in the Julington ing state law, three minutes be- that they knew this would not economic development and the dynamic spin off Promotional Creek area. A long time resident fore the deadline, to be voted on be popular, but it was their way everyone knows it. It is not like Presence, LLC, a corporate pro- of the Jacksonville area, Phil- by the legislature in Tallahassee. of teaching a lesson. A les- build that “ball fi eld” and they motional gift company. Serving lips currently makes her home This was brought in by Senator son for what Mr. McClure? To will come, the commercial has a variety of clients from small in the Julington Creek area with Michael S. Bennett of Bradenton correct a loose law that gives to be in place and then they will start-ups to national corpora- husband Dave and young son, for the benefi t of one landowner you lawyers an opportunity to come. tions, relationship building is Landon. on a single parcel of land in change it or to punish the com- I’m asking everyone to call St. Johns County. This senator missioners? You are not hurt- Governor Rick Scott; this is Advisory Board vacancies continued from page 6 is term limited and this sounds ing them, you are hurting the not what he wanted when he resources. engineering, real estate, his- similar to something that Bill residents in St. Johns County. removed all growth manage- Qualifi cations: Members tory, historic preservation or Proctor did to the people in St. We will be the ones to pay ment and the Department of must be qualifi ed through related disciplines. Seeking Augustine. more taxes, pay for the streets Community Aff airs. He expects the demonstration of spe- representation from County The Anderson-Columbia and schools. With 65,000 homes everyone to work through cial interest, experience or Commission District 1. Inc project called “Switzerland” approved and 1100 more ap- their own county and follow education in the preserva- Meeting schedule: This board went around our commission proved this year, you know we the Growth Management Plan tion of the county’s cultural meets at 3:30 p.m. on the to secure approval for 671 do not need more homes. This for that county, not go around resources and/or practical fi rst Monday of each month homes off Greenbriar Road. This is how our real estate market it. Please call John Thrasher’s and professional experience in the Board of County Com- development tried to secure ap- went down and is still strug- campaign and Senator Michael in one or more of the fol- missioners Executive Confer- proval in 2009 by calling itself gling every day. But of course Bennett. This is politics of the lowing fi elds: archaeology, ence Room, located at 500 an “agriculture enclave” as an that doesn’t matter to you or the worse kind—underhanded and architecture, architectural San Sebastian View. exception to normal zoning so land owner does it? dirty and catering specifi cally to history, curation or conserva- Application Submission Dead- that it didn’t need approval. It We have the highest ra- special interests. tion, planning, professional line: Until fi lled. didn’t work. tio of homes to be built in St. HOSPITAL ER NOW OPEN 24/7

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Julington Creek Annual Light Parade Saturday, Dec. 1 7:00 p.m. Starting at Julington Creek Bridge Jacksonville Health & The NASJAX Skin and Scuba Diving Club meets at 7:00 p.m. CHS Interact Club making a Wellness Center on the fi rst Wednesday of the month at the Golden Corral diff erence in the lives of others ChiropracticChiropra ~ Massage ~ Mental Health Counseling ~ Functional Medicine Buff et and Grill, located on San Contributed by Carol A. Higley, Rotary Club of Bartram Trail ~ Yoga ~ Spinal Rehab ~ Nutrition Counseling ~ MMealeal PlanningPla and Supplemental Guidance ~ Natural Hormone Balancing Jose Boulevard. The club is open to all divers and those who are Let Chiropractic help you with Headaches, Back, Leg, & Neck Pain, Work & Auto Injuries interested in diving (military Let our multidisciplinary approach help you with: affi liation is not required). For WeightWeig Loss, Fatigue, Diabetes, Depression, Anxiety, High Blood Pressure, more information, please see the Fibromyalgia,Fibr ADHD, Autoimmunity, Gluten Intolerance, to name a few. website nasjaxscubadivers.org or contact the club president, 268-6568 Dave Martin at 413-8773. 9957 Moorings Dr., Ste. 403 (off of San Jose Blvd) Mandarin, Jacksonville 32257 www.DrRepole.com St. Gerard Campus is excit- ed and proud to announce their What’s New cont. from pg. 4 29th annual Fashion Show and Silent Auction, to be held at the off ers free tobacco cessation you are interested in joining us World Golf Village Renaissance classes! The classes meet once a and would like more informa- Resort on Saturday, December week for six consecutive weeks tion, please email klandrumfl @ 8, from 12:00 noon to 3:30 and provide a free workbook as comcast.net. p.m. for the benefi t of pregnant Creekside High School’s Interact is Rotary Interna- well as free nicotine replace- teens and new teen mothers. Interact Club started the school tional’s service club for young ment therapies (patch, lozenge The MOMS Club is a won- Ticket prices remain at $35 year with service and a smile as people ages 12 to 18. The Creek- and gum) to assist tobacco users derful way to meet other stay- per person. The latest fashions, they donated holiday gift boxes side Interact Club, led by Aletha in their quit attempt. Please call at-home and part-time working holiday and sportswear from for needy children in foreign Dresback for the last four years, us today at 482-0189 to register mothers and is a fun way for leading fashion houses will be countries through Operation is sponsored by the Rotary Club for one of our upcoming “Quit your children to socialize with modeled for men, women and Christmas Child. Seventy-fi ve of Bartram Trail. Each year, Smoking Now” classes in St other children. Members for this children. There will be a gour- student members donated 207 Interact Clubs complete a number Johns County. You will be glad chapter must live in the 32092 met lunch served, door prizes, gift boxes fi lled with school sup- of community service projects, you did! or 32095 zip codes, including raffl e prizes, entertainment plies, hygiene items and of course at least one of which furthers all neighborhoods along the 210 and a grand prize drawing for toys that will brighten the lives international understanding Adults and teens age 14 corridor. If you have any ques- $5,000. For ticket information of boys and girls two to 14 years and goodwill such as Operation and older are invited to attend tions or would like to get more or sponsorship opportunities, of age throughout the world this Christmas Child. The club mem- the Project Lap Blanket cro- information to join, please email please call 829-5516 or 797- holiday season. Individual notes bers also conduct numerous ser- chet group at the Bartram Trail Sarah at [email protected], 9437. Please join us for a lovely are included in the gift boxes to vice projects annually benefi ting Branch Library on Tuesday, No- check out our website at http:\\ afternoon of fun and surprises, add a personal touch and af- their school and local community vember 20 and Tuesday, Novem- sanmomsclub.weebly.com or drop while helping the young women ford the opportunity for two way fulfi lling the Rotary Interact ber 27 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 into our business meeting. of St. Gerard Campus. global connections. motto of “Service Above Self.” p.m. The group will crochet or knit blankets for cancer patients at area hospitals. All skill levels qualifiedCome staff in today help and you let choose our are welcome. Can’t come to any OPEN of the meetings? 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The Florida statutorily established commis- Statutes refer to these revenues sions and fees from state and as excess fees. local governments.” Dr. Levine is dedicated to your family’s health through every stage This $4 million represents The unused revenue Hol- of life. He has served Julington Creek for more than 1213 years and is unused revenue the Tax Col- lingsworth has collected over ready to provide you with a medical home. lector’s offi ce earned for the the past year is a result of the taxpayers of St. Johns County tax, tag and driver license of- Services include: that was not expended or used fi ces operating with frugality in the operation of the local tax, ‡ Sports/school physicals and effi ciency. Hollingsworth tag and driver license offi ces. said he is honored to serve the ‡ Immunizations The Tax Collector’s offi ce is taxpayers of St. Johns County ‡ Well visits for adults and children self-sustaining, operating from by managing their Tax Collec- ‡ GYN care monies regulated by Florida tor’s offi ce in a fiscally respon- Statutes on commissions from sible manner. ‡ Coordination of care for chronic conditions the collection of taxes and fees “Although property tax (diabetes, hypertension, etc.) for the mandated State functions collection revenue is down, the ‡ On-site lab for all blood draws of several agencies. These agen- parcel count in St. Johns County cies include the Department of actually has increased,” he said. Same-day acute appointments AUCTION Paris & Associates Auction Company, LLC Whether you are buying, selling or liquidating your trade, we Donald J. Levine, MD sincerely appreciate your business. 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William Bartram Scenic and New U.S. Highway 1 fl yover to shorten Historic Highway update distance between Nocatee and I-95 By Contributing Writer Al Abbatiello, [email protected] The Florida Department of U.S. Highway 1. The $13 million doubled its sales of new homes Transportation is planning to project is expected to be com- from the prior year and home We’re back, doing more than Another RFQ was requested begin construction in early 2013 pleted in late 2014. sales are on pace to increase by ever before. Our October meeting for interested professionals inter- on a new fl yover at U.S. High- Nocatee, ranked one of the more than 60 percent in 2012. informed the members of the lat- ested in maintaining our existing way 1 in Nocatee. The road will nation’s 15 fastest-growing More than 1,300 families now est news on the Old Settlers Re- website including the website cross over U.S. Highway 1 and master-planned communities, call Nocatee home among the union that happened on October additions. These RFQs were re- the Florida East Coast Railroad has already spent $200 million community’s seven neighbor- 27 – hope you enjoyed the day. quired by November 1 and we’ll and shorten the drive between on its roadway network. Nocat- hoods—Austin Park, Coastal Travis Johnson presented report on the successful bidder in Nocatee and Interstate 95 by ee Parkway, the four-lane road Oaks, Greenleaf Village, Kelly his “Roadside Chat” describing our next report. three miles. connecting Ponte Vedra Beach Pointe, Del Webb Ponte Vedra, happenings at FDOT regarding You may have seen recent The two-lane fl yover bridge with U.S. Highway 1, was com- Tidewater and Willowcove. planned enhancements to the stories in local newspapers about will connect Nocatee’s Val- pleted last year, almost a decade Three new neighborhoods are Florida Scenic Highway Program a developer making an “end run” ley Ridge Boulevard to County earlier than anticipated. currently under development, (FSHP) and benefi ts for state around our county commission Road 210 on the west side of In 2011, Nocatee nearly with another planned in 2013. residents and Scenic Highway with a “special law” – essentially groups—a very informative pre- a simple footnote to an exist- sentation. ing law, amending a request for Ed Cotton was a guest speak- developing another subdivision er giving an oral presentation on along Greenbriar Road. The orig- the Black Jacksonville Regiment inal request was denied by our – the only Union Army group in commissioners back in 2009 as Florida during the Civil war. This not meeting the requirements for Mouthguard, regiment of black, Union soldiers an agricultural enclave regarding patrolled the St. Johns River with the developer used in his eff ort occasional “skirmishes” along the to gain approval. river banks. A point of interest The William Bartram Scenic Migraines was the fact the Union protected and Historic Highway Manage- only two locations in Florida ment Council and Northwest – Key West and the St. Johns County Coalition made public River at Jacksonville to Palatka. comments at the commission and More The history of Black Regiments hearing October 16, planning in Florida and the South can be further comments to state/federal found at Florida History Online politicians asking for reversal of Do you have frequent, unex- The good news is there is a simple 82 percent of sufferers in trials. on the web. the so called “footnote,” chang- plained headaches, jaw, or ear solution, which includes having Medication simply address the In October, the William ing a law favoring one property pain? your bite balanced, and having symptoms but does not solve Bartram Scenic and Historic owner and only one parcel of These could be symptoms of a custom device made to wear the problem. It is important to Highway Management Council land for specifi ed time. This “foot at night. The device works by identify and correct the cause. If advertised an RFQ for a profes- noted law” destroys our county clenching or grinding your teeth. Many people of all ages suffer protecting your teeth and resting you have any questions or would sional consultant/fi rm to create commission’s ability to govern in your jaw. Nocturnal teeth clench- like a consultation, please contact a NW St. Johns County historic their own county. Disgraceful – from mild to severe pain which can manifest in migraine head- ing or grinding is a significant Dr. Gus Gari, 287-0033. study including identifi cation of and this comes special interests trigger for a migraine headache. major historic structures along and a term limited senator from aches. If left untreated the our Scenic Highway. The se- Bradenton, Florida. grinding or clenching could lead Studies have shown a 77 percent lected consultant fi rm will also Interested in protecting and to worn or fractured teeth, even reduction in migraine events be required to prepare a historic preserving the intrinsic and tooth loss. within a few weeks of use among lesson for the St. Johns County historic resources along the State School Board and a video of Road 13 scenic highway can join William Bartram’s life story. You group for as little as $15 for stu- may recall an earlier column dents and seniors. Call 287-5577 wherein I commented on our or e-mail [email protected] Gus J. Gari D.D.S. meeting with the school board for membership brochure. Corpo- and Dr. Joyner’s interest in this rate sponsorships are available. To Schedule an appointment call project. 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Helping Hands update By Contributing Writer Jackie Valyou Helping Hands of St. Johns was taken. Any neighborhood non-denominational and has no County will be meeting Friday, association or girl or boy scout dues, offi cers or stress. Helping November 16 at 11:00 a.m. at troop that would like to partici- Hands of St. Johns County is a Faith Community Church Com- pate or have a question, please non-denominational group and YYYXCTUKV[KPUWTCPEGCIGPE[EQO munity Center, located on Coun- contact above email addresses. not affi liated with any politi- can with what is donated. Help- assorted items. Since the group ty Road 210 next to Cimarrone. Helping Hands is a volun- cal, religious or social entity. It ing Hands wishes to thank the relies solely on donations of The Rippers from Sew Much teer organization that meets the is not to be confused with the members of the community that goods and services and collects Comfort will meet at 10:00 a.m. last Friday of the month (except worldwide organization of have donated blue jeans, Christ- no money, it is much appreciat- This month’s project will be November and December) at Mormon Helping Hands or the mas decorations, trees for the ed. Membership is always open; the assembling of Thanksgiv- Faith Community Church Com- Mormon Church. Members come holiday project or Hospice candy for information, please contact ing baskets of food to families munity Center. The group is when they can and do what they for Trick or Treat bags and other [email protected]. in the area that are enduring diffi cult times, either through job or home loss or illness. A total of 30 baskets complete with Thanksgiving fi xings and a turkey gift card will be given to each of the families. If any one wishes to donate any canned goods, staples or cleaning sup- plies, please contact jacqphil@ aol.com. Members and friends of Helping Hands will also be feeding the homeless in St. Augustine, through Dining with Dignity on Friday, November 30. A delicious baked ham, oven roasted potatoes and green bean (V2IIXY+VI[EPERH(V%PPMWSR1EFYW meal complete with dessert will be prepared and served. Food EVIEGGITXMRKRI[TEXMIRXWEXXLIMVGSRZIRMIRXPSGEXMSR was donated by Newcomers of St. Johns and Publix. MRXLI.SLRW'VIIO7LSTTMRK'IRXIV The holiday project Help- ing Heroes Families is in full swing and children’s names are still available throughout the community on trees at specifi ed places below or by contacting &SXLHSGXSVWGEVIJSVTISTPISJEPPEKIWJVSQMRJERXW [email protected] or jacqphil@ ERHGLMPHVIRXSTEVIRXWERHKVERHTEVIRXW;LIXLIV aol.com. Members will be dis- ]SY´ZIKSXXLIGSQQSRGSPHSVNYWXRIIHEUYMGO tributing stars at Winn Dixie on County Road 210 as well, with GLIGOYT(VW+VI[EPERH1EFYWEVILIVIXSGEVI children’s names through the JSV]SYERH]SYVJEQMP] month. A collection box for gifts will be inside the store in front. 3963**-')23;3**)67%00)6+=8)78-2+ This year’s project will be a %2(-119238,)6%4= tribute to our local military fam- ilies. These families sacrifi ce by serving our country and being 8LIMVSJ½GISJJIVW supportive of their loved ones.  ˆ4VIZIRXMZIGEVIJSVQIRERH[SQIR Trees gaily decorated with red,  ˆ7TSVXWERHWGLSSPTL]WMGEPWERH white and blue bows with stars   MQQYRM^EXMSRW attached will be at First Florida  ˆ8VIEXQIRXSJEGYXIMPPRIWWERHMRNYV] Credit Union, Golf Club at South Hampton, St. Johns Golf and  ˆ8VIEXQIRXJSVGLVSRMGQIHMGEP Country Club, Faith Community   GSRHMXMSRWPMOIHMEFIXIWL]TIVXIRWMSR Church, Church of Latter Day   LMKLGLSPIWXIVSPGLVSRMGOMHRI] Saints, the Cascades and several   HMWIEWIEWXLQE'34(ERH local neighborhoods beginning   QER]SXLIVW November 1. Each star will bear recipients’ Christmas/holiday sizes and interests. Anyone who 4VSGIHYVIWERH7GVIIRMRKW wishes to take a star from the  ˆ 4ETWQIEVW tree are asked to return it by  ˆ7OMRFMSTWMIW December 1. Helping Hands will  ˆ1SPIWOMRXEKERH[EVXVIQSZEP be at the Holiday Vendor Fair in St. Johns Golf and Country  ˆ.SMRXMRNIGXMSRW Club on Tuesday, November 13. Gifts are the donor’s choice. The chaplains at local bases will distribute gifts. Gifts will be 7KHRIÀFHRI'UV*UHZDODQG0DEXVLVORFDWHGDW going to all branches of the ser- 7X:MRGIRX´W4VMQEV]'EVIˆ.SLRW'VIIO7LSTTMRK'IRXIVˆ'6;7XIˆ7X.SLRW*0 vice. All gifts must be new and 8SWGLIHYPIERETTSMRXQIRXGEPPSame day appointments available. unwrapped or placed in gift bag and returned to where the star Page 12, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com November at Liberty Pines Academy By Contributing Writer Stephanie Bradford, LPA PTO 210 day of relaxation, 5 Star Fall Gala sponsors: Adventure Take a Tour Design outdoor package, Safe Landing, United Martial Arts, St. to Find Out Touch security system with 36 Johns Learning, Diane’s Natural About Our months monitoring, Panama Market, Adecco, Group North City condo, fabulous kids America, Safe Touch Security, Current parties by Jacksonville Party Rice Orthodontics, Taps Bar Specials! Company, casino party for 20 and Grill, 5 Star Landscape and a police escort with sirens and Design, St. Johns Pediatric to school for a student and Dentistry, Pam Watt and Heather two friends. We had fabulous Lister ReMax Realty, Shawn gift baskets from our teachers Perce Orthodontics, Pet World, and parents that included ev- Northeast Engineers, LLC, Weaver We now have space available in our infant room! erything from A to Z: Apple and Stratton Pediatric Dentistry, product gift baskets to gift St John’s Eye Associates, Spa Me, cards to restaurants, Latitude Tutoring Club, Walgreens, Walt Let The Love, Laughter, and 30 fun and a family pack to Disney World and Kristin Balcita the Jacksonville Zoo. Photography! Fun Begin! The fun continued with A special thanks to Mel and Offering Services For: our silent auction items: Jojo Tucker and the Jacksonville The fi fth annual Fall Gala Tracy Yuro fl oral designs, Sea Jaguars. They donated a private 6[SN[a  A\QQYR_  =_R`PU\\Y  3_RR C=8 “Tailgating for LPA” was a great World tickets, Disney tickets, behind-the-scenes tour of Ever- success! 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Boat parade cont. from pg. 1 and technology. The competition was intense On Friday, September 14 the This year the gala was for the football toss, as the win- PTO hosted its fi rst “Coff ee with located on the parade route range in size from 19 feet to co-chaired by Farrah Orr and ner received an X-box Live with the Principal.” Judith. Thayer are invited to join in the fun 50 feet in length. Ironically Jennifer Ferguson and raised Kinect bundle and the brand new spoke to LPA parents about her too! Decorated docks can vie the top prize winner last year approximately $30,000. The live Madden football game! Chef Bur- vision for the 2012 – 2013 school for a variety of prizes including was a “John” boat lit up like a auction was hosted once again gin created a dazzling display of year. Thank you to all who at- cash and goodie bags. Tradition dragon complete with fl ames by Brent Martineau, assistant tailgating favorites and treats for tended. Save the date for the holds that the boaters judge the shooting from his mouth. Some sports director of Fox 30/CBS47 all of the gala guests. Paul our second “Coff ee with the Princi- docks. adjustments have to be made to and items included a live puppy, DJ for the evening from D’Land pal” on Friday, November 16 at “The people along the the vessels to help provide the golf packages and autographed Entertainment rocked the party 9:00 a.m. Thayer will be discuss- shores of the creek plan that power needed for such a large items, original custom painting with great tunes. ing Standards Based Grading. We night for their holiday par- number of lights. Some boat by Adam Brett, Spa Me-Salon A huge thanks to all our hope to see everyone there. ties,” Sample says. “We have owners make their presenta- people shooting fi reworks over tion a work in progress, adding the boats and some docks have more decorations each year for as many as 100 folks on them an over the top eff ect. waving and shouting Merry The Prop Club is a social Christmas.” organization of boaters from The land lubbers have as The Marina at Julington Creek. much fun as the boaters! They meet monthly on the sec- There is a lot of planning ond Saturday evening of each and organizing prep work done month at 7:00 p.m. at the dock. before these ships sail. The Prop All interested boaters are in- Club starts in October each vited to join the club for boat- year by contacting boaters, ing information and fun at the area merchants and residents creek! Again, contact Commo- gathering donations for the dore George Sample for more event. 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Page 14, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com CHS Happenings New teachers at Creekside—No Snapes or Everyone needs a change Umbridges in sight! Now is your time! By Sarah Schreck, CHS Happenings As fall begins to fi nally ing” attitude of the students, staff !” n Honoring former pricing cool the Florida air, most stu- instilled in part by Director Rick Though new to Creekside, n Haircuts $36 and up dents can locate their locker Fowler, who Hall states he is Robles is certainly familiar with and make it to all of their “honored to work with.” many students, due to her work n Color $55 classes without getting too lost. After its fi rst performance in local elementary schools. What many students may not at the fall band concert, the vo- When asked about how it feels n Partial Foils $70 realize is that they’re not the cal ensemble has already begun to be seeing old faces again, only ones who have had to get to share its reservoir of talent Robles confi ded, “I feel like the n Full Foils $100 used to a new school year… or and Hall shares that the mem- most fortunate teacher in the n a new school entirely! While bers of the freshman concert world! To be able to impact Full Salon Services many have been accustoming band “are a treat to work with the lives of my students at two themselves to teachers’ les- ~~AnnaWilk~ Anna Wilk ~ as well.” The year is already diff erent periods in their life Former owner Paradise Hair son plans and teaching styles, picking up for Creekside’s vo- is a great responsibility and a a signifi cant portion of new calists; a winter concert is sure source of immense pride. 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Nease Happenings Homecoming dance provides a night of fun Nease NJROTC cadets went on their fi rst fi eld trip of the year to Atlanta. Forty-two cadets and four chaperones made the trip, for Panther students which included a tour of Dobbins Air Force base weather of- By Samuel Wright, Nease Student fi ce, where they learned about safe weather conditions. Some cadets were lucky enough to hear a radio call from an aircraft After weeks of exhausting win over Eagle’s View High slow song thrown in and en- that needed a weather report and see fl ight patterns. The hard work powering through School the week prior, students joyed refreshments and snacks cadets completed seven hours of community service for the city the majority of the fi rst quar- gathered on Saturday, October 6 that were available such as fresh of Woodstock, Georgia. The cadets cleared out a lot of dead ter, students were anxious for at the Moroccan Shrine Center fruit and a variety of cheeses. plants and trees for a local church. The Cadets also had a bit a leisurely respite by the time in Jacksonville. It was there Based on the reactions of stu- of fun on their trip. They went to Six Flags theme park for the October came around. The per- that they experienced a night of dents interviewed, the theme of day and then went to Stone Mountain Park to watch the laser fect answer to these cries for an music and entertainment, while Homecoming could easily be show in the evening. On the last day of their trip, the cadets enjoyable recess had to be the strengthening friendships and “friendship.” had opportunity to climb Stone Mountain. Nease High School 2012 Home- meeting new people. As ecstatic freshman A.J. coming Dance. After the varsity Students danced to the Gonzalez said, “The best part of football team’s emphatic 44-6 latest hits, with the occasional homecoming was probably just going out there, dancing with all my friends and really just having a good time.” Gonzalez, an IB student, was more than happy for the fun that took her mind off of school work. She adds, “It benefi ts us [the students] by just giving us a time to relax and have fun. Homecoming was a great way to forget about school and just be with friends.” This seemed to be the mind- set of most of the students after homecoming; most of them were happy with the time they had to relax and be themselves, as well as have fun and develop new friendships. “It was just fun to dress up and dance with everyone to have a good time,” said Omar Lasheen. “When you’re with Mon-Thurs: 8-6:30 friends they tend to introduce you to other people. Nobody is Saturday: 9-1 really stressing or looking for drama so everyone’s looking to meet new people.” Needless to say, the Nease Accepting High School homecoming dance of 2012 was an easy way for New Patients students to forget about the hectic fi rst quarter workload and to enjoy their time inter- Walk-Ins Welcome acting with fellow students, (904) 826-3469 familiar or not. After the excit- New ing weekend, students returned their focus to reality and the 52 Tuscan Way Suite 205 end of quarter exams that faced Location! them near the end of October. St. Augustine, FL 32092 The Shoppes They will no doubt look forward to next year’s dance in hopes of of Murabella another fantastic time. www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 17

Fall is in the bag with the PBMS PTSO Mandarin Landing By Contributing Writer Sharon Davis, Pacetti Bay PTSO Animal Hospital was decorated with streamers & Pet Resort and sports art, with a special emphasis on the Olympics. Kids were able to strike a pose with Conveniently Ann Silverness, located one block their friends at the photo booth North of I-295 and which had a favorite backdrop DVM,CCRT San Jose Blvd. of PBMS staff painted by Emily Warner and Kelsey Taylor. PTSO wrapped up their membership drive at the end of “Book your 50% OFF September. Thank you to all the families that joined. Congratula- holiday boarding Your Pet’s First Exam with tions to the homeroom classes now while space Dr. Silverness with the highest participation is still available” (1st Time Clients Only) rate: Melissa Bourgeois (eighth Not valid with any grade), Cynthia Dean and Indoor pool other offer. Expires 12/31/12 Heather Stout (seventh grade) and Rozanne Rucker (sixth available for Makaylah Dalton, Maddy Mannka, Jennifer Picket, Valerie Milton, grade). These classes were re- public use with Melissa Mite, Daniel Mitre, and Mason Swindall put on a smile at the warded with an ice cream party a nominal fee. FREE BOARDING photo booth for their commitment to PTSO. The Pacetti Bay Middle end of the school day, so if you If you didn’t get a chance Book 2 Nights at our Resort rd School PTSO cookie dough/ ordered from a PBMS student, to join PTSO, it’s not too late. 3003 Hartley Road and 3 Night is FREE! mixed bag fundraiser sales you should be receiving your Membership applications are Jacksonville, FL (1st Time Boarders Only) kicked off on October 15 as items soon. Mixed Bags orders accepted at any time. Mem- Not valid with any other offer. Expires 12/31/12 PTSO volunteers distributed will be sent home with students bership is $15 per family and 32257 freshly baked cookies from a in time for the winter holidays. includes a copy of the school 904-268-0477 Mixed Bag to parents in the PTSO wishes to thank Bev directory. Meetings are held the www.mandarinlandingah.com student pick up line. The fund- Downs for organizing another fi rst Wednesday of each month raiser ended on October 29 with outstanding PTSO fundraiser, at 3:00 p.m. in the PBMS Media The student directories will be form available at www-pbm. overwhelming support from the the Sports Dance, held on Center and all are welcome. distributed in early November to stjohns.k12.fl .us/ and sending it community. Cookie dough will September 28. The dance was a More information can be found PTSO members. to school with the student. be distributed on November 14 very popular event, with about at www-pbm.stjohns.k12.fl .us/ A reminder to students PTSO is grateful for the to students and parents at the 450 kids in attendance. The gym ptso/. that Wildcat Wednesdays are a support of the community as we The student directory is hot great opportunity to show your work to raise funds to support off the presses. PTSO wishes to Wildcat pride! PTSO continues programs at PBMS. If you own thank Vicki Padgett for her out- to sell our newly styled spirit a business and are interested standing work in publishing the wear and for the cooler weather, in partnering with the PTSO or Congratulations, Pirates directory and all the businesses is now off ering sweatshirts. are an individual with fundrais- that advertised in it. We appre- Wildcat gear can be purchased ing ideas, please contact Debbie ciate their support of the school. by completing the spirit wear Adams [email protected]. NOW ENROLLING! ASK ABOUT OUR FLEX™ LEARNING LEARNING PROGRAM IS ALL AROUND.

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Some of the items that were more exciting items. Thank you to all the fami- FCMS Happenings awarded included: a University An assortment of conces- lies and businesses that sup- of Florida Gators basketball By Contributing Writer Maddie Ross, FCMS Student sions was off ered so nobody ported the event. The PTO signed by head coach Billy left the carnival hungry. Pizza, appreciates those who contrib- Fruit Cove students received luck Flyers! Donovan; hair care products nachos, hot dogs, popcorn, cot- uted baked goods, cakes, prizes, interim reports on November 2. Fruit Cove’s bands are really and gift certifi cates for styling; ton candy and sno-cones were candy, raffl e items and tents. Bubbling potions and pristine busy this November! The Wind Go Pro Golf gift card; TCBY enjoyed by all. Sweets were Many thanks go to the volun- white lab coats will be at Fruit Symphony will play at Julington certifi cates; Jacksonville Jag- available for purchase from the teers who donated time to help Cove this month! The science Creek Elementary on November uars game tickets and a football bake sale and cakes were won make it a huge success. The fall fair will be held on November 16. The Jazz Ensemble will hold signed by Justin Blackman; from the cake walk contest. carnival could not have been 14 through 16. Battle of the their winter at Fruit Cove on pumpkin carving kits; and possible without the generous Target gift cards. Restaurant The local businesses that Books for FCMS took place on November 16. The Jazz En- sponsored this year’s carnival support provided by all. November 6. semble will also be performing Read on Flyers! HOPS, or at the Jacksonville Landing on Hands on Problem Solving, will November 30 at 7:30 p.m. We Wisconsin’s Elkhart Lake believes in be held on November 8 and hope to see all of you there! 9 for the Pre-AP classes. The Students at FCMS got a old-time holidays FCMS art class will take an awe- much needed break after quarter By Contributing Travel Writer Debi Lander, www.bylandersea.com some fi eld trip to the Cummer exams with a student holiday Museum on November 13 and October 26. Everyone loves a Why visit Wisconsin in expecting November 27 and on Novem- long weekend! We can’t wait the winter? I asked myself that a grand old ber 25, the PTO is sponsoring a for the holidays! Halloween question when I was invited to resort and school dance. The proceeds from was lots of fun and now we are the Town of Elkhart Lake last a German the dance will go to furniture getting in the mood for turkey December. I imagined twinkling Christmas for the new computer labs. One and pumpkin pie. 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Altman Heart of MADD Award to the MADD National Helpline Advocates, which includes Plancher, who lives in St. 13 dedicated individuals who Johns, is the married mother volunteer their time to provide of two teenagers. She teaches one-on-one assistance to victims fi fth grade at Timberlin Creek and survivors of drunk driv- Elementary School. Her brother ing crashes through MADD’s Dan Nulman was tragically 24-hour victim helpline, killed by a drunk driver in 1987 1-877-MADD-HELP. Among when he was 22 years old. these volunteers is Kim Plancher For more information about of NW St. Johns County. other President’s Award winners, “It was an honor for me to visit www.madd.org/media-cen- present this award to such a re- ter/press-releases/2012/madd- markable group of individuals,” recognizes-outstanding.html. said Withers. “MADD is — at its core — a grassroots organization About Mothers Against Drunk Driving: and our mission depends on the Founded by a mother whose daughter dedication and passion of those was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers around the country who serve Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the in a variety of roles. Our faithful nation’s largest nonprofi t working to helpline advocates do an out- protect families from drunk driving standing job of making sure that and underage drinking. 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And as one of the largest SJTH October in review and preview for November victim services organizations in the United States, MADD also supports Contributed by Tammy Hardin, Success Coach, St. Johns Technical High School drunk and drugged driving victims of Commerce learning. of the vision of the Academy and survivors at no charge, serv- auctioned the Certifi cation class for appli- of Coastal and Water Resources ing one person every eight minutes set for $525. cation for GI-BMPs, a science- is to have our students certifi ed through local MADD victim advocates The based educational program in areas pertaining with protect- and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. Learn driver’s permit for Green Industry workers, is ing our most precious resource— more at www.madd.org or by calling class began underway. By January 2014, all water. 1-877-ASK-MADD. on October 16. commercial fertilizer applicators Approximately must be licensed by the Florida 13 students Department of Agriculture. Cur- Happy Thanksgiving are taking rently, 20 students are receiving advantage of instruction from University of From your friends at instruction Florida’s Extension Division. provided by Their certifi cation test will take The CreekLine the St. Johns place prior to the holidays. Part County Tax Carpentry students with their Adirondack furniture. Collector’s of- fi ce. Students Congratulations go out to are required to complete 12 Paul Brannon, our middle school hours of instructional time and Character Counts representative. must complete the on-line drug Brannon and his family joined and alcohol class prior to taking other middle school students their permit test on November and families from across the 29. Parents, please check the county at FCTC for the annual school website for the remaining Character Counts breakfast. He class meetings. Students, study! stated in his speech, “All of the Our next class will begin after pillars (of character) go together the fi rst of the year. Students CALL OR VISIT to create success in life…Success need to be in good academic takes people places. And, I plan standing in order to be accepted US ONLINE TO on going somewhere!” We thank into the class. Paul for being a role model at Principal King participated SJTH. in a symposium at Flagler Col- SCHEDULE Our fourth annual Spaghetti lege earlier this month, high- Dinner and Silent Auction was lighting our collaborative eff orts AN a huge success! A special thanks with Guana Tolomato Matanzas to our parents who visited our National Estuarine Reserve’s APPOINTMENT school for Open House and (GTM NERR) Oyster Restoration joined us for the dinner and project. Local oyster reefs are in auction. Culinary students under decline in both size and number. 904.264.KIDS the direction of Chef Low- What many do not realize is that man prepared a fabulous meal, oysters serve as nature’s fi ltra- 264KIDS.COM complete with desert. By night’s tion, taking pollutants out of the end, SJTH seniors profi ted over water thus maintaining water $2,000, a record setting amount quality. Did you know an adult that will go a long way in cov- oyster can fi lter up to 50 gallons ering graduation expenses! The of water each day? The Academy senior class is especially grateful students enjoy the hard work to the businesses who continue and knowing they are making a to donate and support the eff orts diff erence within our commu- LOCATED ABOVE BLACKSTONE GRILLE of the senior class. nity. Our carpentry students con- King has been selected to tinue to donate their time and present at the National Career talents to local causes. Bill Clark, and technical Conference to be Bartram Walk the FCTC instructor, and his stu- held in Nashville, Tennessee in dents have donated yet another November. The theme of the San Jose Blvd. Adirondack Gator-themed table presentation will center around 112 BARTRAM OAKS WALK #203 | JACKSONVILLE, FL | 32259 Race Track Road set. Putnam County’s Chamber blended and project based SR 13 Page 20, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com BTHS Happenings MAY MAY We’re off to see The Wizard of Oz! Management Realty & By Kelly Boyer, BTHS Student Services, Inc. Resort Rentals sponsibility, the drama kids love their work and fi nd it benefi cial Licensed Property Management Licensed Real Estate Brokerage to their high school careers, as it creates bonds with other stu- www.maymgt.com dents and with the work itself. “Drama is amazing. We become best friends with others The Neighborhoods of in the cast. We learn from them, as they hopefully learn from us,” World Golf Village shared JD Rees, a senior and the Tin Man in the musical. 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The Wizard of Oz premieres Julington Creek Plantation most technically challenging The normal day of a stu- November 29 and shows will musicals Bartram has ever seen: dent in drama requires much run through December 2. Mati- The Wizard of Oz. patience and hopefully a low nees will be at 2:00 p.m., with Rich Curran-Kelley, CAM Everyone knows the clas- amount of homework, as prac- evening performances occurring Regional Manager sic tale of a Kansas girl and her tices sometimes go until the late at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10. See dog who fi nd themselves in the evening. Despite this great re- you at the show! Dottie Kriner Pam Horan magical world of Oz, where she Licensed Property Manager Licensed Property Manager meets companions who help 1637 Racetrack Road #206 - St. Johns, Florida 32259 her fi nd her way back home November is Diabetic Eye and teach her the importance New Office!904-880-8796 of family. Well, let’s just say Disease Month there are a few sweet twists Diabetes is the leading cause Florida. If you have diabetes, it’s and changes in there to please of legal blindness in this coun- important that you be proactive a modern audience. The crew try for people under age 65 and with your vision health. This is is attempting some new special is the second leading cause of important even if there are no eff ects tricks to liven up this all legal blindness in this country vision issues. Make it a prior- so popular classic. for people over age 65. ity to control your blood sugar “Our job is to help Boards of Directors “We are experimenting with November is Diabetic Eye levels and schedule an annual successfully manage their Associations” silks,” states director Ava Fixel, Disease Month and Russell Pec- dilated retinal examination.” the drama teacher at BTHS. oraro, MD, ophthalmologist at Clay Eye Physicians and “We’re going to try to have Clay Eye Physicians and Sur- Surgeons off ers comprehensive Volunteer teaches business some neat aerial scenes and geons, specializes in the diag- eye care in the following spe- dances. We’re also attempting nosis and treatment of diabetic cialties: cataract surgery, cornea to JCE second graders to work with a lyra, something retinopathy. Clay Eye has the surgery, medical retina, diabetic that is used in Cirque de Soleil, latest diagnostic, medical and eye disease and macular degen- By Contributing Writer Neeti Gregg, Second Grade Teacher, Julington Creek which can ‘fl y’ characters on surgical technology for taking eration, glaucoma surgery, Lasik Elementary and off stage.” care of this disease. surgery, cosmetic eye proce- Jennifer Schaefer works at observations, problem solving Previous productions Dr. Pecoraro states, “Diseas- dures, pediatric ophthalmology Bank of America at the Jul- and teamwork. include Jekyll and Hyde, Thor- es such as diabetes and macular and pediatric eye exams. ington Creek Branch as a bank The program is a hit for oughly Modern Millie, Guys degeneration dominate my prac- Be sure to see their ad in teller; however, if you don’t see everyone involved. and Dolls, Eurydice and You tice and are prevalent in North this issue of The CreekLine! her there, you just might fi nd “I love having Mrs. Schaefer her at Julington Creek Elemen- come to our class,” said second tary School. Schaefer is now grader Kayla Gibian. “I can’t be- “teaching” economics to second lieve that I am seven years old graders in Neeti Gregg’s second and learn how to run a busi- grade class at JCE. ness!” Schaefer volunteers her time “I signed us up for this through the Junior Achievement program because it brings our not-for-profi t organization. lessons to life,” said Gregg. Junior Achievement empow- “I fi nd this program very ers young people to own their rewarding,” said Schaefer. “I economic success. They have am lucky that my job provides developed kindergarten through an opportunity for me to give 12th grade programs that foster back to the community, share work-readiness, entrepreneur- my knowledge and make a dif- ship and fi nancial literacy skills ference.” to inspire kids to dream big and reach their potential. They recruit business people to bring pre-planned struc- tured lessons to school- aged students across the United States. The second grade program examines the responsibilities and eco- nomic opportunities avail- able within a community. Through the program, Schaefer will work with the students to open a class doughnut shop that would operate a profi t. The program focuses the concepts of banking, business, the circular fl ow of money, community, economic institutions, jobs, money and produc- tivity. The skills practiced are comparing, critical thinking, decision-making, identifying choices, listen- ing responsively, making Jennifer Schaefer and Kayla Gibian www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 21 Pediatric Associates of Jacksonville Durbin Creek families have fun at game night NOW IN By Contributing Writer Reisha Rust, President, DCE PTO JULINGTON CREEK!

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A big thanks to tions to the Baldwin family for Latitude 30 and the Bass Fam- winning the board! in pinning ceremony ily for providing prizes for our The night was so much fun By Contributing Writer Karen Blackwell, Nease IB Booster Club teachers! and the dinner was the best; All night at Durbin’s Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Man- This year 77 Nease High national Baccalaureate students Rind, Abby Sanders, Case F.A.M.I.L.Y. Game Night, kids darin provided a delicious meal School juniors were offi cially actively balance a demanding Scherer, Aparna Sethumadha- and parents alike were play- and donated their profi ts to the welcomed into the IB Diploma academic program with service, van, Danielle Sevilla, Griffi n ing games and having a great Bilbrey family. Program during a pinning athletic, leadership and social Smith, Maddie Stenzel, Zach time! Kids were begging to play Thank you so much to all ceremony held on October 4. activities. Stricklin, Nicole Thatcher, John the Feud and the “In It to Win the families that came out and The event, offi ciated by prin- Juniors who received their Thompson, Haley Thurston, It” challenges. It was so much “played together!” And also cipal Kyle Dresback and IB pins were: Andrew Abraham, Sadie Thurston, Kendal Tiff any, fun watching students work- thanks to the teachers who coordinator Kim Hollis, marked Nicole Arrigo, Harrison Ballard, Christy Timm, Lexi Tomkunas, ing together to come up with helped that night or played the the students’ entrance into Hannah Bardin, Jacqueline Jane Viviano, Yuchen Wang, the answers to questions such game and the bakers who do- the highly regarded Interna- Behrend, Diksha Brahmbhatt, Natalie Welch, Adam Williams as “What would you not want nated the wonderful goodies! tional Baccalaureate program. Joshua Brand, Ashley Bush- and Karen Xiang. to fi nd under your bed?” and Dresback commended the dorf, Avery Campbell, Matthew students on their decision to Capriotti, Colton Carter, Elena continue their academic chal- Castello, Christine Catania, lenge in IB and wished them Chloe Cegelski, Jesse Chen, Ja- Marinela M. Nemetz, D.D.S. success in the future. Following son Chochran, Devon Crawford, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Dresback’s comments was the Becca Crosby, R.J. Cunio, Lily ceremony’s guest speaker and Dove, Nick Elder, Paige Far- former IB graduate from the rar, Megan Fickes, Paige Fiore, Robert J. Nemetz, D.D.S., M.S. class of 2008, Danny Chapman, Simone Frauenfelder, Kajal Adult Dentistry • Periodontics • Prosthodontics who recently graduated from Goel, Elena Gouzos, Carter Notre Dame with a degree in Grant, Parker Hamilton, Tyler aerospace engineering. 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Less than 1/2 mi. from Julington Creek N Julington Creek Race Track Rd. Loretto Rd. San Jose Boulevard Page 22, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com Timberlin Creek’s eighth annual PTO Fall Carnival: A huge success!” By Contributing Writer Shelly Kolaitis, PTO President and Carnival Co-Chair Timberlin Creek Elementary PTO held its eighth annual Fall Carnival on Sunday, October 14. It was a perfect sunny October day for family fun at Timberlin Creek. There were over 2,000 at- tendees who enjoyed the bounce houses, carnival games and priz- es. Many students got to dunk their favorite teachers, who were good sports, in the dunk tank. Carnival-goers were entertained with special performances by our own TCE fourth and fi fth grade chorus, the amazingly talented tumblers from the Zone Cheer All-Stars and the exqui- site dancers from Mark Spivak’s from Kool Skoops. Carnival committee for all their School of Dance. Gift baskets Timberlin Creek’s new hard work that went into plan- were created by our classrooms principal Christine Stephan said, ning this event. Also a big thank and there were several lucky “My fi rst TCE PTO Carnival was you to all the parent and teen winners in our gift basket draw- amazing! What a great event for volunteers, for without their ing. The smell of barbeque fi lled the TCE community! The chil- help the carnival could not have Enroll the air from Woody’s BBQ of St. dren were very excited and had been such a success. PTO would Augustine and the kids couldn’t a wonderful time.” also like to thank the following Now get enough of the Italian ice Carnival so-chairs, Phyl- TCE business partners for being for Winter lis Linabury and booth sponsors at the carnival: Camp Shelly Kolaitis, Kumon Math and Reading Cen- agreed that this ter of St. Johns, Brucci’s Pizza, year’s carnival Weaver and Stratton Pediatric was the biggest Dentistry, Perce Orthodontics ever and were very and Nemetz Dental Association. excited that so We would also like to thank many of our TCE Greg Stanford from Winn families came out Dixie on County Road 210 and to support TCE in Andrea Brown from Walgreen’s this fundraiser. on County Road 210 for their A special thank generous donations. See you you to the PTO next year!

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Eagle Scout is “Good Citizenship” award recipient By Contributing Writer Charlie Myers, Oldest City Detachment #383 Marine Corps League, St. Augustine “Do a good turn daily” is a Olesen is advancing towards core scouting precept. It seems a May 2013 graduation date that lately most of the media is that will springboard him into devoted to material things that college life; sights are set on are not made in America. Do perhaps Florida State or NOVA they know that character is still Southeastern. Once again Olesen made in America? Too often our will be pursuing another set of young citizens are cast in a dark milestones towards his goal of and negative shadow and good an environmental science degree citizenship is seldom recognized. with expectations of a career in The essence of character fi sh and wildlife management. that is “still made in America” is A typical small town kid? Eagle Scout Domenique Olesen, No way! Olesen has the cultural who is the 2012 recipient of experience of other parts of this the “Good Citizenship Award” globe by living the fi rst eight presented by the Oldest City years of his life in Germany, Detachment #383, Marine Corps Norway, Ireland and England. In League, St. Augustine. This addition to all of his studies and award is in recognition of such extracurricular activities, where character that mirrors the spirit does he fi nd the time for sports, of the United States Marine fantasy football, fi shing, bike Corps motto Semper Fidelis riding and a lead on a TV pro- (“always faithful”). Currently a duction fi lm crew, plus the Boy student at Nease High School, Scouts of America too? With the great scholar, scientist, inven- tor and states- men Benjamin Franklin as his inspiration and the coveted ranking of Eagle Scout within his resume, congratulations to Eagle Scout Domenique Olesen – char- acter “made in America.” Eagle Scout Domenique Olesen with Comman- dant Jim Bellamy. www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 23 Fashion Update Start early….Make your entrance grand! By Donna Keathley, dkeathley designs This is my last fashion col- exactly how to apply a smolder- umn before the holidays and I ing new look for you. While you challenge you, my FFFs (Fash- are there, try some red lip gloss, ionable Florida Friends) to go not lipstick—it’s a little trick shopping in your closet; make someone showed me at a recent Pediatric Associates your hair and mani and pedi fashion show and it looks great! appointments and ease into the Shape your legs and wear season looking great! Speaking your dresses! Go to the depart- of Julington Creek, PA of pedi, make sure you have just ment store and head straight to the right red polish for the toes the hosiery counter. Get a shear Offering care for Infants, this holiday season and drop the pair or pantyhose in a nice fl ats; wear your strappy black beige tone and a pair of sheer Children & Adolescents sandals instead! black tights; your legwear can The holidays are my favor- really dress up a look. ite season and not coinciden- Add a sequin cami to a suit Mary Ann Garcia, M.D., FAAP tally it’s the time of year when that’s hanging in your closet, I am most excited about getting put on those sheer hose and a Victor Luz, M.D., FAAP Open Mondays through Fridays dressed. I would be remiss if I sexy shoe and your diamond didn’t share my new fi nd with earrings and walla! Put on your %RDUG&HUWLÀHG 8:30am – 5pm you gals: velvet is back! I love LBD (little black dress) and 1631 Race Track Road Suite 101 it! Black velvet says “Christmas” those sheer black tights and a to me more than ever—didn’t hot colored pair of heels and every little girl have a black you are party ready. These are 230-7977 velvet holiday dress with a bow just some suggestions for some Most Insurances Accepted at the neck? A simple pair of “go to” looks for the holidays. black velvet jeans would go a If an event on your calen- long way in your travels this dar requires a dressier look, go Movie Review holiday season, so start looking shopping for a holiday blouse; for the perfect pair now. yes, pretty blouses are in vogue Trouble with the Curve Rich tapestry looks are “in” this year. They are being made Directed by: Robert Lorenz. Starring: Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, Justin Timberlake, and John Goodman. Review for the season, so look for a out of taff eta, gold lame and by T. G. Stanton little jacket with needlepoint lace. Added to your dressy black blooms and opulent ornamen- slacks or skirt and some sparkly Rating: Good Movie, Glad to have Seen It (4 out of 5) tation like pearl buttons for a jewelry, this will fi t the occa- seasonal piece to go with those sion; again pay attention to that This month’s movie review plays Johnny Flanagan, a rival could have been a darker fi lm. velvet bottoms or black pala- leg action with proper hosiery belongs to the fi lm Trouble with scout. He was a pitcher who Goodman also lightened much zzo pants. Another “top” idea and dainty shoes. the Curve, a sports-drama fi lm after injury has turned to a of the heavier storylines. Mul- is to wear your black cardigan I challenge you to go in with comedy and romance for new career path. Gus scouted tiple other cast members played buttoned up with pearls and a your closet and do this exer- adults and teens him and he remembers tales their parts well as you hope for holiday broach; this is taking cise before the hectic holiday North Carolina high-school of the daughter now traveling their paybacks and root for Gus that little sweater to the next season begins. Make sure your baseball could have the next with him. Could romance be far to scout what could be one last level for a party ready look. party pieces are dry cleaned great player. Clint Eastwood behind or will rival scouting of time. A good fi lm that I will Find yourself looking pale? and fi t properly—then you are plays Gus, an Atlanta Braves this new player get in the way? watch again when it comes to Go to the cosmetics counter confi dent, which makes your scout who is having trouble Robert Lorenz has directed the tube. and let the talented girls there entrance Grand! seeing, as aging sometimes this fi lm in a light and enjoy- work with your eyes and show Happy Holidays! has a way of causing. His best able manner. I am far from a you which products to buy and friend and manager Pete Klein, baseball fan, but the game play Business portrayed by John Goodman, is was entertaining and dialogue worried about Gus and calls in easy to follow. Wit and sarcasm not as reinforcements. On a scouting spurred most of the interac- trip, Gus gets company. Mickey, tions and made the characters his daughter (played by Amy likeable, even with some trying big Adams), is an attorney vying for tales of the past explaining as it used partnership. She takes time off the father-daughter relation- to be? to help her father scout a new ship. Eastwood was the strong player. Though not blind, Gus is and irascible lead character he Call for a free consultation & we’ll having serious vision problems. always is and Adams stayed work at increasing your business! Their relationship is troubled with him toe-to-toe. She was his and neither seems to know why alter ego in baseball, not only she is there, but she does know his daughter. Timberlake proved The CreekLine baseball, though she learns he he could do comedy well and Linda Gay can hear the game as well as make a good romantic interest. 287-4913 many see it. Justin Timberlake He truly was needed in what

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The week ementary An adjoining room previously of October 15 door decora- School were used as a staff meeting room tions got underway. Mrs. also wowed was also modifi ed to make way Morrell and Mrs. Janssen by a newly for a media classroom, allow- of the media center had to renovated ing Ostrowsky to teach lessons almost be traffi c engineers to Media Cen- while other students check keep order around the die cut ter. out books throughout the day. and laminating machines. Over Some of the most exciting Teachers, students and room the sum- changes for DCES students mothers worked very hard to mer, a team have included murals painted have door coverings up be- For many students, the of DCES teachers volunteered by art teacher Jodi Lubrant, fore the judging on October beginning of a new school to help new media specialist the resounding favorite be- 19. The theme for this year’s year includes a new classroom, Matt Ostrowsky give the Media ing the “Bookie Monster,” an Boosterthon is Highway USA. a new teacher and new rou- Center a makeover. Walls were original creature painted by This is a fun activity teach- Lubrant around the opening of ing leadership, good attitude, the library book drop, thereby character, learning and fi t- allowing students to feed their ness. Our annual fun run was returned books directly into held on November 1. The the monster’s mouth as they students received pledges for enter the room. the amount of the laps they Mrs. Hagan’s fourth grade decorated And as they do, Durbin ran. We have some future track door for the Boosterthon. Creek students of all ages look stars at Ward’s Creek! across to the back of the Media School will be closed Mon- and women who are presently Center and see a familiar title day, November 12, in obser- serving in the Armed Forces. adorning the wall: “Oh, The vance of Veterans Day. Ward’s Thank you for protecting us Places You’ll Go!” A fi tting Creek will also be closed and keeping our country free. theme indeed for a Media Cen- November 21, 22 and 23 for Happy Thanksgiving from ter, fi lled with young Explorers Thanksgiving. our house to yours. If you are who can’t wait to get that next This month we are honor- traveling, please be safe. great story into their hands. ing our veterans and the men Go Warriors! JCP CARES 2012 Rotary Club of St. Johns recently hosted a charity golf tournament and raised $32,000. This year over 90 golfers participated in the tourna- ment on a beautiful Friday afternoon. All proceeds will be used support Benefitting St. Johns County our local children, families and our international student exchanges. Memories of Love Foundation and the Arc of St. Johns are the Clubs key charities. Please join us for fun, fellowship and community involvement. The Rotary Club of St. Johns meets most Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. at the St. Johns Golf and Country Club House. Please DONATIONS WILL BENEFIT THE GIVING TREE LOCATIONS call Tony Lego at 401-1235 with any questions. Come join us in making FOLLOWING ST. JOHNS COUNTY CHARITIES a difference in our local community. He who profi ts most serves best; Alpha Omega Miracle Home JULINGTON CREEK service above self. Atlantic Coast Bank Betty Griffin House Bartram Trail Branch Library Big Brothers & Big Sisters BBVA Compass Bank Boys & Girls Club of St. Augustine Capelli Salon Camp I Am Special Champions Golf Club Career Navigators Program - FCTI Great Clips JCP Recreational Facility Celebration Lutheran Food Pantry Julington Creek Chiropractic Cenacle Community May Management Office Community PedsCare (Pediatric Hospice) Panache Salon & Spa. Council on Aging - Trout Creek Pinch-a-Penny Department of Children & Family Services Publix on Racetrack Rd. Publix on SR 13 Dreams Come True UPS Store - SR 13 & Racetrack EPIC Vystar - Bartram Walk Family Resource Center MANDARIN Good Samaritan Health Clinic Vystar - San Jose Guardian Ad Litem PONTE VEDRA H.A.W.K.E. - Ponte Vedra Branch Library BB&T Humane Association of Wildlife Care & Education ST. AUGUSTINE Healthy Families of St. Johns BB&T Hogans Harvest Florida Capital Bank Home Again St. Johns Southeast Branch Library Homeless Coalition Vystar Kid’s Bridge 210 AREA Life Services of St. Johns county First Florida Credit Union Publix O.U.R. Community Center, Hastings Vystar Pie in the Sky FOR MORE INFO CONTACT ANASTASIA ISLAND S.A.F.E. - Saving Animals from Euthanasia KATHY BRAVO Anastasia Island Branch Library SEA Community Center AT [email protected] BB&T www.jcpcares.org St. Augustine Wild Reserve HASTINGS The Creeks Academy U9 Boys Blue team recently won the championship St. Augustine Youth Services (S.A.Y.S.) Hastings Branch Library at the 11th annual Bazooka Classic Soccer Tournament held in Kissim- St. Francis House PALENCIA mee. The team won all three games on their way to the championship St. Gerard Campus BB&T with victories over teams from Orlando and St. Cloud. Team members St. Johns County Homeless Student Program SPONSORS Wags & Whiskers include Jesse Benavides, Macoy Harrison, Nicholas Leonard, Talon Luster, Gold Sponsor: May Management Ryan Jackson, Zachary Bender, Zachary Gridley, Joey Mueller and Cam- Silver Sponsor: The Creekline den Basham. The team is coached by Matt Harrison. DROP OFF ITEMS TO GIVING TREE LOCATIONS BY DEC. 7th Page 30, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com St. Johns River Farmers Market Nease Sports Roundup Family Fun! By Elena Castello, Nease Student ~In beautiful Alpine Groves Park ~Saturdays~ ~2060 SR 13, Switzerland, FL 32259 November at Nease High varsity teams have been playing 10am to 2pm School means new sports like and practicing very hard and ~info: [email protected] soccer, golf, cross-country, they’re determined to have a Vendor Info: www.facebook.com/St.JohnsRiverFarmersMarket swimming and diving, volley- great season. 904-347-8900 ball, basketball and of course, Jeremy Moore, a junior Local produce, baked goods, cheese, delicacies, art, crafts, kids’ activities, live music & more! the continuing of football. The said, “I’m excited for the sea- Panthers football team has been son. I think we’ll do really well doing extremely well. They and win lots of games.” Loggerhead swimmers set top fi ve team times have been working together as The golf team just had their By Contributing Writer Jacalyn Morton a team, practicing hard every biggest competition at regionals day and fi ghting hard at the and junior Nicole Thatcher led Stanfi eld swam a top fi ve team games. Coach Matthews is very the way. The girls’ cross coun- time in the 200 yard freestyle proud of their hard work and try team has done incredibly and 100 yard butterfl y. Eleanor it’s paid off —their great victory well this year. With fi rst place Pollitt set a team record in the against Pedro Menendez on Fri- at the pre-state invitational and 100 yard butterfl y and the 200 day, November 19 showed that conference, where girls placed and 400 yard IM. In addition the Panthers are improving and third and boys placed fourth, to setting a record, Pollitt also they plan to achieve their goal they did superbly. Karen Xiang swam a top fi ve team swim in of winning districts. The spirit placed fi fth, Kristen Barbour the 200 and 500 yard freestyle at that game was awesome and placed sixth and Alyssa Ro- and the 50 yard backstroke. the offi cial retirement of former dale placed sixth. The boys Hadley Browder swam a top fi ve player Tim Tebow’s jersey and who placed in the top 15 spots in the 1650 yard freestyle and his offi cial Nease diploma included Tim Roche, Kyle the 400 yard IM. Abigail Ellis added a special eff ect. Griff ey and Ross Rabalais. The swam a top fi ve team time in the Soccer had their tryouts volleyball team has also been 50 yard backstroke and the 200 from Monday October 22 to doing extremely well, with lots and 400 IM and Madison Braum Thursday October 25 and they of games to get them to their swam a top fi ve team time in had their fi rst game on Octo- goals. The swim team had dis- the 100 yard breaststroke. ber 30. The varsity and junior tricts on October 24. On the boys side, 8 and Swimming: The only sport Ryan swam a top fi ve team time under Nicky Tayag set a new with no half times, no substi- in the 50 yard butterfl y and team record in the 50 yard Newcomers’ and Women’s tutions, no timeouts and you Anna Moore set a team record in breaststroke. The 9-10 year old only get one shot for your goal.” the 200 yard IM. The 9-10 girls boys Robbie Rait set a new team Club enjoys fall fashion show ~Author Unknown Ciara O’Donohoe swam a top record in the 100 yard butterfl y. fi ve team time in the 50 yard The 11-12 year old boys Michael By Contributing Writer Linda Gomolka The Loggerhead Aquatics breaststroke and the 50 and 100 Morton swam a top fi ve team swim team attended the Speedo yard butterfl y. The 11-12 year time in the 500 and 1000 yard Fall Short Course Meet, at Epis- old girls made a big splash with freestyle. Adrian Oake swam copal School of Jacksonville, all of their swims. Megan Arnold a top fi ve team time in the 50 from September 21 through 23. set a team record in the 1000 breast. John Ryan a top fi ve Over the course of the three-day and 1650 yard freestyle. She team swim in the 100 yard but- meet, there were record breaking also swam a top fi ve team swim terfl y. The 13-14 year old boys times and swims that made Log- in the 50 and 100 freestyle, the Carter Strickland swam a top gerhead top fi ve fastest times. 50 and 100 yard breaststroke fi ve team time in the 500 and Eight and under girls Lizzy and the 400 yard IM. Summer 1000 yard freestyle and the 100 yard backstroke. The team also congratulated Happy Thanksgiving one of their team offi cials, Amy Moring, who received the Al Soltis award naming her the From your friends at Florida Swimming Stroke and Turn Judge of the year. For more information on the team and The CreekLine sponsorship information please visit us at Gloria Woodard, Peggy Justice, Sally McDonald, Donna H. Walker, Liz Causey, Holly Oursler, Sherlyn Seigler, Roberta Schmidt and Donna Keathley at the Loggerheadaquatics.com. recent fall fashion show. It felt like summer outside cember 1 and no walk-ins will while fall was being celebrated be permitted. Information on inside Enza’s Restaurant in where to send a check is on our Mandarin. The Bartram Trail Facebook page – www.facebook. Newcomers’ and Women’s Club com/BartramTrail.Newcomers. held a fashion show on Tuesday, WomensClub or contact Kathy October 9. It was presented by Chadwick at 230-9770. SteinMart and Donna Keath- The Bartram Trail New- ley narrated the show, giving comers Club meets the second many helpful tips on clothing Tuesday of every month from and accessories. Models Gloria September to May at various Woodard, Peggy Justice, Sally local restaurants for lunch. In McDonald, Donna H. Walker, Liz addition to the monthly meet- Causey, Holly Oursler, Sherlyn ings, the club has a wide variety Seigler and Roberta Schmidt of interest groups. There are looked stunning in their fall various card groups (bridge and and holiday wear. Linda Rowe, canasta), lunch out, golf, recipe Mary Kay representative, did exchange, special event out- the make-up on the models. ings, game day (Mexican Train), The outfi ts were selected and Bunko, Mah Jongg, book clubs, the show was coordinated by lunch and matinee, a nature Keathley and Shirley Kipp. A walk group and community lunch of chicken croquettes, volunteer projects. salad, eggplant parmesan and For club information, chicken piccata was served, with please contact Vice President a perfect ending of tiramisu, of Membership Shirley Bod- cannoli and truffl es. Kudos to ziak at [email protected]. the talented chef and staff of The yearly membership fee is Enza’s Restaurant! $25. To download a member- The December meeting will ship form, go to www.facebook. celebrate the holidays on Tues- com/BartramTrail.Newcomers. day, December 11 at the San WomensClub. Jose Country Club. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. A choice of either potato crisped chicken breast or pecan crusted tila- pia, along with white cheddar mashed potatoes, grilled veg- etables, rolls/mini muffi ns, salad and dessert will be served. The cost of lunch is $28 including tax and gratuity. A check must November 11 be received by Saturday, De- www.thecreekline.com • November 2012 • The CreekLine, Page 31 GI-BMP class "õPSEBCMF
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As FHSAA 2012 Class 5A state face and are going to work re- When asked about the runners-up last year, the girls’ ally hard to try and get to where beard, French said, “Knowing basketball team’s history makes we went last year,” exclaimed Windle, he’s sure to come up their present much to live up to. Sarah Ragland, a junior on the with something new for this They have a high reputation to varsity team. year and I can only imagine uphold, but can they do it? Madison French, also a what it will be!” Allie Mano, a senior last junior on the varsity team, talks “The guys may like Windle’s year at Bartram Trail, played about the season to come: “We beard, but as for us girls on the a big role on the team as she lost four major seniors that were team, if he has it again, we will was also named 2012 Player of huge contributors to our team, probably go on strike,” declared the Year. She is graduated now, but I don’t think we will let that Ragland jokingly. along with a few others key stop us. Our team has the fi ght After talking with both girls players; how diff erent will the to get through anything and we and a few of the other players, team really be? proved that last year.” it is clear what a family their With the construction of But let’s get down to what team is and how excited they the team two weeks ago and everyone really wants to know; are to be back in season. With a hard work already taking place, will the “Windle beard” be busy schedule of games ahead, the girls’ fi rst in-season game back again? Ben Windle, girls’ the gym will be fi lled with against Mandarin will be held basketball varsity coach and drive, energy and team spirit. at Bartram Trail High School on Local Sports Scene We Greenbriar November begins College basketball season Celebrate By Chad Cushnir The Animal Hospital Human- The fi rst regular season person can watch it live on TV host UNF on November 21. Pet Bond game for the University of on the NBC Sports Network. Speaking of the Ospreys, TICK SEASON IS Florida men’s basketball team Other notable games for they host exhibition games vs. will take place aboard the USS the Gators in November include Flagler on November 1 and 1004 State Road 13 HERE! Bataan which will be docked home dates with Wisconsin on Edward Waters on November 10. (0.2 mi South JCP entrance) PROTECT YOUR PET at Naval Station Mayport. On November 14, UCF on the day The fi rst regular season game is Richard M. Oglesby, D.V.M. WITH THE NEW Friday, November 9, the Gators after Thanksgiving and Mar- at Memphis on November 12. Constanze Goricki, Dr.med.vet will play the Georgetown Hoyas quette on November 29. JU begins its season at ACTIVYL TICK PLUS! at 9:00 p.m. in the Navy-Marine Last year, the Gators made Georgia on November 9. The 287-5570 CALL TODAY Corps Classic. it to the Elite Eight for the Dolphins’ fi rst home game is M-F – 8 AM - 6 PM The only other time that second season in a row. Patric November 13 against Trinity Sat 8 AM - Noon a college basketball game has Young, Kenny Boynton and Erik Baptist at Veterans Memorial been played on an aircraft car- Murphy return to this year’s Arena. The November schedule rier was last year in San Diego squad. All three averaged more also includes a trip to Miami on Looking for a Pet Sitter when North Carolina played than 10 points per game last November 16 and two games in Michigan State. This year’s year. Erving Walker has gradu- Mexico on November 24 and 25. or Dog Walker? game at Mayport will be part ated and Bradley Beal left for of the City of Jacksonville’s the NBA where he was the third Week of Valor which is a series overall pick by the Washington Dog Days & Cat Naps of events that will pay tribute Wizards. Loving Pet Care to the military leading up to Florida State won the ACC Veterans Day. Tournament last season, but since 2000! Most of the people in at- their run in the NCAA Tourna- tendance at the Florida-George- ment came to an end in the 904-315-7531 town will be members of the second round. Last year’s lead- military. The remaining tickets ing scorer Michael Snaer returns are limited and they will be part for his senior year. Ian Miller, of a ticket package that is com- Terrance Shannon and Okaro www.DogDaysCatNaps.com bined with the Colts-Jaguars White are among the other key game that will take place the contributors who are back. The night before on Thursday, No- Seminoles begin their season at Farmers market announces vember 8. Those who aren’t able home against South Alabama Give Thanks! to attend the basketball game in on November 9. They’ll also new vendors

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dra Sharks at home on Novem- CHS Sports Roundup ber 28. The junior varsity team By Kassie Solms, CHS Student will have their fi rst match away LPA Wolves football team at Fletcher High School. The With the coming of a season tling teams for this year’s 2012 wrestling team is well prepared gives back to community change, a new line of Knights winter season. With a new rise for the battles ahead, as they are facing the battle fi eld as we of Knights, we will continue to have continuously been through head into our winter sports 2012 strive towards bringing Knight everyday conditioning and fi t- season. The temperature may Time across St. Johns County. ness training to be the best of just be starting to cool down, Both the boys’ and girls’ the best. but for the Knights, things are soccer teams start out this All those interested in join- just starting to heat up! season with some pretty tough ing the track and fi eld team, Unfortunately, with the battles. On November 20th the join the Monday and Wednesday new season of Knights on the girls will face Bartram Trail morning conditioning sessions horizon, football and other fall High School and on November starting at 7:30 a.m. Spring sports are starting to wrap up, 26 they will play Ponte Vedra. season may seem far away, but a but they aren’t leaving until Come out and support the girls’ lot of the sports here at Creek- they get one last charge in. The soccer team as they bring Knight side strive towards perfection last varsity football game will be Time to Shark week. Junior and perfection only comes from a home game versus the Bartram varsity plays at 5:30 p.m. and practice. Both boys’ and girls’ Trail Bears on November 9. We varsity kicks off at 7:20 p.m. It’ll lacrosse teams have been in need all of our Creekside Crazies be sure to be a great game! The training/pre-season conditioning The Liberty Pines Academy football team held a food drive at to come out and support the boys’ soccer team will also take since this summer. You can their October 11 home game. The Wolves donated over 100 Knights! We may have broken on Ponte Vedra High on Novem- only get better! Let’s keep charg- food items to Second Harvest of North Florida. Toni Williams our winning streak at home this ber 13. ing towards success Creekside of Second Harvest said, “The drive was a great success.” LPA year, but how awesome would The Creekside wrestling and bring the heat full on this Wolves show courage on the fi eld and honor in the community! it be to start it back up again by team will also face the Ponte Ve- winter season! defeating the Bears! Our var- sity football players aren’t the only stars of the show though; this year’s JV football team has had an incredible season, with only one loss so far. Way to go, Knights! Both the boys’ and girls’ varsity cross country teams will be heading on to a district meet this month on November 6. The goal of all the cross country athletes at Creekside High is to attend the state meet on Novem- Oil Change & Rotation ber 20. The state meet will be held this year in Dade City. After $19.99 a long chat about tradition from Coach Frank, the boys’ and girls’ teams were both fi red up for this year’s conference meet. The boys $20 Off All Alignments team managed to bring home the title, while the girls carried home second place after Bartram Trail. Our swimming and div- ing teams will be taking one $30 Off any Brake Job last splash as they prepare for the November regional meet held this year at UWF in Pen- sacola. Regionals will be held on November 2.Winners of the Regionals cup will go onto State fi nals the following week on November 8. This month on November 10 our Creekside varsity cheer team will be competing at Matanzas High School. Being previous state champions, the girls are quite confi dent that this year they can bring home the title yet again. Congratulations to all the 12-15-12 athletes who have made the soccer, basketball and wres- Page 34, The CreekLine • November 2012 • www.thecreekline.com Mill Creek Elementary enjoys great success with the annual Mustang Gallop By Contributing Writer Wendi Brothers, Mill Creek PTA Students were elected by their peers after a tough cam- Dr. Krista Davis paign. The race for president 940-0655 6751 SR 16 was so close a run-off was Dr. Martina Sander (near WGV and Murabella) called. 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for Women which later became known as Florida State Univer- sity. She was married to Miller Porterfi eld and had three chil- dren—two sons and a daughter who died in 2010. She has six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Porterfi eld resides at West- minster Woods where she currently is a Sacristan for the Thursday weekly Catholic mass. She volunteers at Westminster as needed and belongs to a knit- ting group. She is still knitting hats and other items for our hospitals and also for Hospice. When asked how she feels Recognize the symptoms of a stroke about turning 100 years old, she Bernice Porterfi eld and Fr. John Tetlow of San Juan Del Rio Strokes are the leading cause of disability in the United States Catholic Church said, “I can’t believe it, I feel 1/2 that age!” and the third-leading cause of death. Prompt treatment can Porterfi eld continued, “I limit the damage and save lives. If you suspect someone near On Saturday, October 6, attendance to help her celebrate you is suffering from a stroke, remember the acronym FAST: the parishioners of San Juan her upcoming birthday. still have the same interests and Del Rio Catholic Church held Porterfi eld was born and desires, although my math isn’t F = Face. Examine the person’s features. Ask him or her to a birthday party for Bernice raised in Jacksonville. In a so good any more.” smile. If one side of the person’s face droops, it’s possible that A. Porterfi eld, who turned 100 time when women did not go All who know Bernice a stroke is coming on. years old on October 17, 2012. to college, in 1934, she gradu- Porterfi eld agree: she is one A = Arms. Can the person raise both arms above his head? remarkable lady. More than 100 people were in ated from Florida State College S = Speech. Listen to the person speak. If the words are slurred or the person can’t answer questions clearly, the brain may be impaired. Don’t miss the sounds of the season! T = Time. Act fast if the person exhibits any of these warning signs. Get him or her to a hospital right away. and the glorious sounds of the noise and certain drugs have on season. It’s time to enjoy family the human auditory system, tin- and friends, engage in conversa- nitus – both cause and eff ects, tion and catch-up with every- hearing aid circuitry, amplifi ca- one. Do not miss a word! tion systems, assistive listening But, are you missing some systems, hearing aid t-coils, hearing aid blue-tooth systems h words or conversations? Do you t Annua

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ElderSource is a local resource Individuals interested in for information and assistance getting help comparing plans to help seniors through this should be ready to go to their important period in Medicare. counseling appointment with The Department of Elder Aff air’s important information about Call Satori Pathway 904-732-4545 SHINE (Serving Health Insur- their health and prescription ance Needs of Elders) program, drug coverage. To provide the www.satoripathway.org in partnership with ElderSource, best assistance, SHINE volun- is reminding Florida Medicare teers will need a list of medica- benefi ciaries to carefully evalu- tions the individual takes, a list ate their health care needs and of providers he or she wants to seek assistance as needed to use (e.g., doctor or pharmacy), River Garden celebrates the future prepare for the Medicare Annual and any notices from an exist- done it without the leadership of Election Period. ing plan (i.e., Annual Notice our chairs and Visionary donors With so many options of Change), Social Security or that got the campaign off to a among Medicare Prescription Medicare about changes to costs running start,” remarked Martin Drug (Part D) Plans and Medi- and coverage for next year. Goetz, CEO of River Garden. care Advantage Plans, which SHINE is a free service of While touring the build- vary by location, it is important the Florida Department of Elder ing one donor remarked “This is for seniors to understand what Aff airs, operated locally through where my donation went – I am options are available to them. the Elder Source in Jacksonville, thrilled to be a part of this place.” Medicare benefi ciaries who have FL. SHINE provides free and After hearing about the questions or concerns about unbiased Medicare informa- expansion of outpatient and the upcoming Medicare Annual tion and counseling. For more home health services that River Enrollment Period have a place information or to learn how Garden is now able to provide to turn and get objective help you can volunteer, please call to the community as a result of comparing plans. the Elder Helpline toll-free at the addition and refurbishment, Specially trained SHINE 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963- another donor remarked, “This volunteer counselors provide 5337) or visit www.FloridaSH- organization really has its act free information and assistance INE.org. together.” Join us as we continue on this journey to keep building a strong agency that is recognized nationally as one of the lead- ing senior service agencies. It is Thursday, not too late to add your name to Capital campaign co-chairs Sandy Zimmerman and Susan DuBow the growing list of donors to the November 22 with honorary chairs Linda and David Stein. capital campaign. To schedule a On Monday evening, October Center. The space was dedicated tour please contact Kathy Osterer, From your friends at 15, River Garden Senior Services in memory of his grandmother director of development or Beth hosted more than 300 guests for Rose, a “founding mother” of Wolpoff , capital campaign coor- The CreekLine an incredible evening to partici- River Garden. The addition is dinator at 260-1818. pate in the offi cial dedication of home to the Frisch Family Adult the agency’s new addition and Day Care and Activities Pavilion updated space. Members from and the Bernard and Alice Sele- throughout the Jacksonville com- van Therapy Pavilion. The new munity came out to help River space has the capacity to enable Garden celebrate this milestone both the therapy center and the in the agency’s history. Guests adult day care program to triple included leaders from the Jewish the number of clients served and community and well as from the increases River Garden’s out- larger Jacksonville community reach into home and community including City Councilman Matt based programs and services. The Schellenberg and representatives renovations of the existing space from Baptist Health, Florida Blue, include the Trager/Peltz Admis- SunTrust Bank, Community Hos- sions and Home Health Pavilion, pice, Haven Hospice and Aetna the Parker and Wilf Dining Pa- Health. vilion and the DuBow Pharmacy, Donors, board members, as well as the Sloat Memory residents and family members Care Pavilion. The refurbishment enjoyed cocktails and hors of the entire building is still in d’oeuvres as they toured the new process. and refurbished facilities. One The evening was also an guest commented, “The Home opportunity to thank all donors never looked more stunning,” who have contributed to River while another said, “My mother Garden’s capital campaign over lives upstairs and she is happier the past 18 months. Campaign and healthier than she’s been in chairs Susan DuBow and Sandy a long time.” Zimmerman, along with honor- As part of the event, Linda ary chairs David and Linda Stein, and David Stein were recognized were applauded. for their $1 million lead gift to “River Garden credits the the River Garden capital cam- entire community for the suc- paign in a red ribbon cutting cer- cess of the campaign. We are emony of the new 10,000 square very grateful to each and every foot David A. Stein and Family donor, but we could not have

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