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Arts and Farmers Market to Rally scheduled to protest North Hampton Golf Club, Royal be held proposed Julington-Durbin St. Augustine, First Christian Church hosts the Sec- Preserve land swap Saint Augus- ond Saturday Arts & Farmers Market The St. Johns Riverkeeper and the tine Shores, each month on their campus from Florida Native Plant Society join six St. Johns 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. This month’s event other civic organizations to host the Golf & will be held on Saturday, July 14. The Rally to Save Julington-Durbin Preserve Country market is growing and now has 40 on Saturday, July 14 at 9 a.m. at the Club, vendors with products such as coffee, Preserve entrance, located off Bartram Saint teas, jewelry, clothes, hair accessories, Park Boulevard. The rally is a protest Johns breads, jams, honey, plants, barbeque, of a developer’s proposed plan to swap Golf Italian ice and dog treats. The market protected, environmentally sensitive Club, is family and pet friendly (pets must be land in the Julington-Durbin Preserve Slammer on leash). with land on Black Hammock Island, & Squire at freeing the Julington-Durbin land for WGV, South Silent film night in Mandarin residential development. Several guided Hampton In celebration of its 95th anniversary, hikes will also be offered following the Golf Club, and the Mandarin Community Club will rally. Visit www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org Windsor Parke host a silent film evening on Friday, for more information. Golf Club. The tour Photo by MetroCreative July 27. Three films, called “shorts” goes on continuously and because each is about 20 minutes in Jacksonville Area Afternoon year-round, so golfers can join length, featuring memorable come- for free anytime. No handicap is neces- dian Buster Keaton have been selected Golf Tour accepting new sary and all skill levels are welcome. and will be enhanced with live music. members Play as little or as much as you want; candy making tips in a fun, hands-on Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the you pay only when you play. Email activity — and everyone will go home The Jacksonville Area Afternoon Golf with a treat. The River City Women’s first film will premiere at 7:00 p.m. Ad- Tour is seeking local amateur golfers [email protected] for more mission is free. Concessions, including information. Club meets the third Wednesday of who would like to play one to two each month for lunch, camaraderie and the 1920s favorite, footlong hot dogs, days per week (weekdays and week- will be available at reasonable prices River City Women to learn a fundraising program for charity at ends) around 1 p.m. at the following the Ramada Inn, 3130 Hartley Road in at the concession counter or from an courses: Amelia River Golf Club, Bent usherette. The Mandarin Community candy making Mandarin. Social time begins at 10:30 Creek Golf Club, Blue Sky Golf Club, The July 18 program for the River City a.m., followed by a business meeting, Club is located at 12447 Mandarin Cimarrone Golf Club, Eagle Harbor Road. Seating is limited; email event Women’s Club includes homemade luncheon and program. Guests are wel- Golf Club, Eagle Landing Golf Club, fudge, gourmet popcorn, nostalgic come and reservations are required; call coordinator Ellen Milligan at Milli- Fernandina Beach Golf Club, Juling- [email protected] for reservations. candy, gifting, popcorn tins and party Florence at (904) 262-8719. ton Creek Golf Club, King & Bear favors. The Poppin Box will give at- at WGV, Magnolia Point Golf Club, tendees a demonstration and provide

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July 1 July 7 Under the Oaks music jam Mandarin Toastmasters meeting celebrate 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., weather permitting 10:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. Mandarin Museum, 11964 Mandarin Road South Mandarin Library, 12125 San Jose Blvd. www.mandarinmuseum.net Mandarintoastmasters.org the 4th! July 2 July 10 July 14 July 18 Southside Newcomers Club First Monday Service Officer available Alzheimer’s Saturday Support Series Small Business Advice: How do I develop a Coffee 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. for Caregivers: “Getting Personal with product or service to sell? 10 a.m. Mandarin/St. Johns Elks Lodge, 4280 Oldfield Alzheimer’s” 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mimi’s Cafe in St Johns Town Center Crossing Drive 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Mandarin Branch Library, 3330 Kori Road [email protected] (904) 268-4974 (Repeats second Tuesday of each Almost Home Daybreak, 3604 Cardinal Point Dr. (904) 262-5201 month) RSVP to Jamie, (904) 731-4002 July 3 July 21 Shuffleboard July 12 July 14 Meet the Maple Leaf Divers 9:30 a.m. (repeating event on Tuesdays) American Legion Post 372 general Toast of Jax Toastmasters meeting 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Mandarin Park, next to tennis courts at park assembly 7:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Mandarin Museum, 11964 Mandarin Road entrance 6 p.m. meet and greet / 7 p.m. meeting Baha’i Community Center of Jacksonville, 5034 www.mandarinmuseum.net Just show up unless it rains Mandarin/St. Johns Elks Lodge, 4280 Oldfield Greenland Road Crossing Drive www.toastofjax.com (Repeating event on (904) 297-8344 or www.mandarinpost372.org Saturdays) July 21 July 3 Cruise In sponsored by Sunshine State Honeybee Quilt Guild Chevelles 6:30 p.m. July 12 July 14 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mandarin Presbyterian Church, 11844 Mandarin Mandarin Council networking luncheon Second Saturday Arts and Farmers Market PDQ parking lot, 194 State Road 13 Road 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Repeating event on third Saturday of each month www.honeybeequilters.org (Repeats first Tuesday Bonefish Grill, 10950 San Jose Blvd. First Christian Church, 11924 San Jose Blvd. of each month) www.mandarincouncil.org July 26 July 14 Mandarin Council monthly breakfast July 7 July 12 St. Johns Chapter of the Catholic Writers 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Bingo Night at St. Joseph’s Book Club/Friends of the South Mandarin Guild Bonefish Grill, 10950 San Jose Blvd. 6:45 p.m. doors open/ 7:15 games start Library meeting 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. www.mandarincouncil.org Cody Center, 4152 Loretto Road 1 p.m. / 2 p.m. St. Paul’s Catholic Church school auditorium, Open to the community; (904) 742-8777 South Mandarin Branch Library, 12125 San Jose 2609 Park St. Blvd. www.dosafl.com/outreach/catholic-writers- (904) 288-6385 guild/ or [email protected] July 7 1911 Historic Mandarin Store and Post Office open July 14 July 16 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. About Boating Safely class All Star Quilt Guild Be in our 12471 Mandarin Road 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 9:45 a.m. Calendar Section! First Christian Church, 11924 San Jose Blvd. www.mandarinmuseum.net or (904) 268-0784 Florida Tackle and gun Club, 9010 San Jose Blvd. Simply email your information to: www.safeboatingjax.com www.orgsites.com/fl/allstarquiltguild or (904) 502-5254 [email protected]

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Q: What’s the latest on the idea of planting Q: Do you have any District 6 updates? Q: What is the latest update regarding the A: We do have new principals for two trees along Mandarin Road? A: We have received inquiries recently DCPS efforts to comply with the school District 7 schools. John Kniseley will A: We now have a tentative plan to from homeowners in the Indian Walk safety act? be the new principal at Mandarin High plant between 25 – 50 trees along Man- and Beauclerc Cove neighborhoods A: More than 300 applicants applied School as of July 1. He has extensive darin Road. The planting will take place regarding standing water. We had more for the 103 positions to serve as School experience in education as well as later this year, after hurricane season than three inches of rain in a 90-minute Safety Assistants at elementary schools. the military. He succeeds Dr. Donna and when cooler weather sets in, to pro- period this week. It’s hard to anticipate Many of those applicants have served Richardson, who is retiring. Also, vide the best environment for planting that much water in that short time. in the U.S. Armed Forces and have ap- Twin Lakes Academy Middle School success. I will post the plans for this on Nevertheless, we have a meeting set plied in order to serve our community. welcomes Aurelia Williams as its new my City of Jacksonville website in the up in early July with the Public Works While Duval County Public Schools principal. Her leadership experience is next 30 – 60 days. department and a representative from are beginning with this position, it does in both business and education. JEA to see if anything can be done to not mean that we will not transition to Q: Has the playground been installed at improve the situation. School Resource Officers at elementary Additionally, we are excited to have Dr. Losco Park? schools in the future. School Safety Diana Greene as our new superinten- A: The playground is scheduled to be Q: Is there anything else you want to Assistants meet the requirements set dent. Please stay tuned to Mandarin installed on June 25. So it should be share? by the state in HB7026 (the Marjory NewsLine for an upcoming date you up and running by the time citizens are A: In light of the recent discussion of Stoneman Douglas High School Public can meet her in District 7. reading this. I’d like community mem- whether the city should sell JEA, in my Safety Act). bers to let me know if they have ideas opinion, we own a valuable asset and Q: Do you have any advice for students for any other parks in Mandarin. it’s important that it is run efficiently. I The district is continuing to work and parents over the summer? think citizens should know that for the through the summer to ensure our A: Take time to visit your local library Q: Did the JTA/Marbon Road property close past four to five years, FPL rates have schools are safe. The district is also this summer. There are many great op- yet? been lower than JEA’s, mostly due to preparing and reviewing shelters in portunities for continued enrichment A: Yes. The sale closed in mid-June and diversity of power sources — they have preparation for hurricane season. over the summer. Don’t forget, school will adhere to the PUD that was agreed wind, solar, nuclear, coal and natural begins on Aug. 13. upon nine months ago. I don’t know gas. JEA is a smaller player and doesn’t Q: Do you have any news about new when construction is supposed to start. have these options. I believe there will personnel in District 7 schools? Lori Hershey cont. on pg. 8 be many challenges in the future and Q: Can you shed any light on the proposed that rates will go up because of a poorly land swap for the Julington Durbin structured deal made 10 years ago to Preserve with Black Hammock Island? buy power from a nuclear plant in Cold Steel Barber Shop A: This is a terrible proposal and a ter- Georgia at whatever the going rate is at rible deal for the citizens. I’ve inquired the time — for the next 20 years. Making Handsome Happen with the General Counsel’s office for the City of Jacksonville and they told Q: What is the best way for our readers to OPEN 7 DAYS: M-THURS 10-7 | FRI 10-6 | SAT 9-2 | SUN 12-5 me that the city has no jurisdiction over contact you? this potential disaster. Citizens need to A: I will be hosting a general Town Hall come together with grassroots efforts meeting on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 6 and a letter writing campaign to make p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the South Manda- sure their voices are heard. I’m also rin Library and all citizens are invited Face Shaves incredibly disappointed in the former to attend. Additionally, community with mayor who has gone on record flip- members can email me at MattS@coj. Airika or Chris flopping his position on this. net or call (904) 630-1388. 4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr. 32223

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Suite 1309 org, (904) 390-2375 @ Jacksonville, Florida 32258 Page 6 | MandarinNewsLine July 2018 Inquiring Minds Q A with Jacksonville City Council Member want to know! Tommy Hazouri (At Large District 3) By Martie Thompson & [email protected] Q: Do you have any updates on the Q: What is your opinion on the proposed ?? potential dog park to be located behind Julington Durbin Preserve land swap? the South Mandarin Library as well as the A: In this case, the landowners want Are you puzzled about something going on in Mandarin or wondering about Mandarin Trail? to trade a major piece of the protected whatever happened on a topic from a previous issue? Email your question to A: The Parks Department is still work- land in the Julington Durbin Preserve us at [email protected] by the fifth of the month and we will do our ing on the dog park plan and budget. for an equal amount of land on Black best to track down the information for you. It’s in the early stages of development Hammock Island. This would be a and would still need approval from the horrible deal for our citizens and a great While we will do our best to answer all the questions we receive, we may not library, which I don’t anticipate being deal for the developers. Although the be able to answer all questions received each month. Also, due to publication a problem. I appreciate the emails I’ve City of Jacksonville is limited in its scheduling, the time it takes to research answers may vary. received from citizens in support of this ability to respond, I’m going to fight project, which we hope to have open in hard to prevent this swap of beautiful Here is a follow up answer to a question we received last month: the fall. land in the Julington Durbin Preserve Q: What are the green wooden boxes, about 4 in. x 4 in. and 18 – 24 in. high, located for swamp land on Black Hammock on private residences along Scott Mill Road south of Interstate 295? As for the Mandarin Trail, this would Island. All of Duval County, St. Johns connect Old St. Augustine Road to County and especially Mandarin should A: We thought these might be some sort of historical markers, so we reached Greenland Road with a combination be aware that this is something that out to Sandy Arpen of the Mandarin Museum & Historical Society. She said of park trails and bike lanes. It will shouldn’t happen. that’s not what they were, but offered to try to find out for us. After a little in- hopefully be finished in the summer of vestigating, she was told they were part of the sewer system — a type of pump 2019. Q: Do you have any other Mandarin station, one for every two houses. We were unable to verify this with anyone updates? from the City of Jacksonville, so we asked readers to write in if they knew Q: Has the JTA/Marbon Road property sale A: The Mandarin Senior Center should anything. closed? finally be getting some traction on its A: The buyer and seller finalized all proposed expansion. In 2011, $1.5 This month, we heard back from a reader, Bob Waterston, who said these boxes terms and the transaction closed in million was approved for this, but the are part of a new sewage system installed a few years ago by JEA — a vacuum June. Now First Coast Energy will de- plans for build out cost more than the system, which eliminated septic tanks for those houses in the local area. velop the property in accordance with project was allocated. So these plans the previously approved PUD, which Gerri Boyce with JEA supported this assessment. have been changed and this September, includes commercial and retail units the updated building plan is expected She said, “These are the air intakes (terminal) for the vacuum sanitary sewer adjacent to San Jose Boulevard and to be submitted. Hopefully once it is system that were installed during the Scott Mill Septic Tank Phase Out Project, residential units off Marbon Road. JTA approved, I would expect the project to part of Mayor Delaney’s Better Jacksonville Plan. Each air intake is made of will continue to provide transit service be completed sometime in 2019. molded polyethylene, not wood, serves a vacuum pod that can serve up to four to the community from a reduced park- customers (but usually just one to two). This project was completed in 2008. ing lot. There is not yet a final site plan. Also, in late June we coordinated The air intakes are required for operation of each pod and overall vacuum with the Mandarin Community Club system.” Q: The city’s opioid pilot program that you and the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue told us about in the spring was supposed Department staff to hold a hurricane Thanks to everyone who helped us with this question! to conclude at the end of May. Are there preparedness seminar. If residents have plans for it to continue? any questions about any type of disaster A: Funding has been approved by the preparedness, they can call JaxReady at City of Jacksonville for another four (904) 255-3110. and a half months. Then a budget will be submitted for continuation of this Q: What is the best way for our readers to very successful project. Previously, the contact you? Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Depart- A: They can email me at THazouri@ ment was responding to an overdose coj.net or call (904) 630-1396. Join the NFC as we proudly present every two hours and now it’s improved to every four hours. We plan to expand the program to two additional emer- July 20-29 gency departments.MARCH 2017

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A naturalist’s paradise inside the rapidly they are offering to exchange property Come experience the growing Bartram Park community is on Black Hammock Island, near the LARGEST cast ever! under threat. JulingtonPlease Durbin Preserve Timucuan Ecological and Histori- 35 singers, dancers, actors! is a 2,031-acreApprove peninsula formed Ad at the cal Preserve, for 407 acres within the Sponsored by confluence of Julington and Durbin Preserve. LIVE 15-piece creeks, with approximatelyor send nine miles HASKELL of shoreline along the adjacent wa- This land was meant to be protected in orchestra. terways. The propertychanges was purchased perpetuity for water quality, habitat and for the benefit of future generations. 8 performances/two weekends. in 2001 for $16.5 million as part of Jacksonville’s Preservationby Project, a People purchase homes near parks and 2 Friday, 2 Saturday nights 8pm and land acquisition program conceived preserved land because they believe this 2 Saturday, 2 Sunday matinees 2pm by Mayor John Delaney1/24/17 to manage land is protected. If we allow this prop- growth, protect environmentally sensi- erty to be developed, then what does Proceeds benefit non-profit Conservatory and outreach philanthropy projects tive lands, improve water quality, and “in perpetuity” mean? (Laura’s Friends). Please verify and initial: provide access toSpelling the city’sof Company natural Name areas. Julington Durbin Preserve contains Phone number The developers Addresswho originally sold the nine unique ecosystems including ex-

Julington-DurbinCoupon Preserve Expiration property date (if applicable) to tensive floodplain wetlands and upland Private Lessons on ALL Instruments for ALL Ages the City of JacksonvilleAd Copy and State of pine scrub. The conservation manage- Community Band | Orchestra | Jazz Band CHECK ONE PLEASE ment of the site depends critically on Florida for conservationApproved nowAS IS want it Faculty: Jacksonville Symphony Members controlled burning, which also provides back. J. Thomas ApprovedDodson WITH and CHANGESEastland and College Music Professors.Join the NFC as we proudly present Partners, the developers of the adjacent fire protection benefits for nearby Bartram Park mixed-usePLEASE REVIEW community, CAREFULLY residents. In addition, the preserve has are now proposingI have to build seen and1,400 checked 22 documented archaeological sites, in- the attached proof. 904.374.8639 • www.nfconservatory.org homes inside the Byheart signing/emailing of Julington- approval you cluding a prehistoric burial mound, sev- error 11363 San Jose Blvd. Bldg.H 200 Jacksonville,ello FL D32223olly! Durbin Creek Preserve.accept responsibility To do this,ofANY that may occur on your ad. The Northeast Florida Conservatory is a Non-Profit 501 IC)(3) corporation. Editorial cont. on pg. 10 Join the NFC as we proudly present It is your opportunity to catch any error Performances: April 14-23 made during the production of your ad. Local Community News, Inc.IS NOT Hello Dolly! responsible for any error not marked after ces: April 14-23 approval. Performan No adjustments will be made to invoice amount.

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Mandarin Museum is a “Blue Star be taken to better prepare for a future of Museum” rising waters in the St. Johns River. The Mandarin Museum & Histori- cal Society is one of more than 2,000 “Sea level rise and a deeper channel have COME VISIT OUR museums across America and three in no doubt resulted in higher water levels BRAND NEW SALON IN and storm surge in the river, increasing Jacksonville that are participating in THE MANDARIN SOUTH Blue Star Museums for military person- the risk of flooding and sewage spills in nel and their families this summer. the St. Johns,” states Lisa Rinaman, the SHOPPING CENTER St. Johns Riverkeeper, “The current plan Blue Star Museums is a collaboration to dredge the St. Johns an additional 7 MENS • WOMENS • KIDS among the National Endowment for feet deeper will only make these prob- the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Depart- lem worse.” ment of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free Visit www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org for admission from Memorial Day through more information. Labor Day to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, Orthodontist office welcomes new doctor New Salon! Dr. Jimmy Glenos and the team at New Salon! including National Guard and Reserve. Smiles by Glenos are proud to an- MANDARIN SOUTH • (904) 367-2921 Since Mandarin Museum is always free, 11700 SAN JOSE BLVD UNIT 6 • M-F 9-7 • SAT 9-6 • SUN 12-5 it welcomes military individuals and nounce the addition of a second Board Certified orthodontist, Dr. Craig families during this time by offering FANTASTIC SAMS MANDARIN SOUTH them the member discount on certain Hadgis. Dr. Hadgis and his wife, Anne, items in the museum Gift Shop. have recently moved back to the north ™ ™

Florida area, where Dr. Hadgis earned ADULT CUT ™ CUT & STYLE ™ This is an exciting time for military his orthodontic specialty certification at FREE SHAMPOO & TOUSLE DRY SHAMPOO, CUT & STYLE Specialty cuts, blow-dry style, families to visit the Mandarin Museum Specialty cuts, blow-dry the School of Orthodontics at Jackson- design lines, set or curling style, design lines, set iron extra. Not valid with any because of special exhibit of rare Civil or curling iron extra. ville University. other offers. ONLY AT MANDARIN Not valid with any other South SALON. War artifacts recovered in the St. Johns offers. ONLY AT MANDARIN $ 95 South SALON. $ 95 River from the U.S. Army Troop Trans- port Maple Leaf. A second exhibit of MNLA - EXP. 8/1/18 MNLK - EXP. 8/1/18 interest, “A Soldier’s Story,” focuses on 9 19 the experiences of World War I, draw- *MNLA* *MNLK* ing on the personal letters and artifacts of a local resident, Pvt. Marion J. Losco, who died in France in 1918. An authen- SINGLE COLOR PROCESS ™ tic and complete WWI uniform is part Price will vary with length and condition of hair. starting at curling iron or flat iron extra. Only at MANDARIN of this display as well as personal objects Photo courtesy Smiles by Glenos SOUTH salon. not valid with other offers. Doctors Glenos and Hadgis at the desk. that belonged to Pvt. Losco. $ ™ 95 Visit www.mandarinmuseum.net for a Prior to specializing in the field of MNLC2 - EXP. 8/1/18 complete look at all the programs of the orthodontics and then going on to *MNLC2* museum, located in Walter Jones His- become Board Certified by the Ameri- torical Park, 11964 Mandarin Rd. The can Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Hadgis 34 museum is open every Saturday from 9 received a master’s degree in biomedi- a.m. – 4 p.m. cal engineering from the University of Marti is the first person I send a Michigan and his DDS degree as well Marti is the first person I send a fully executed contractfully to when executed one of mycontract listings goes to when under St. Johns Riverkeeper to hold final Town as a degree in Advanced Education in one of my contract!listings goes under Hall meeting on flooding and rising waters General Dentistry from the University contract! On Wednesday, July 11 at 6 p.m., the of Detroit Mercy. He has eight years of I do so because I have worked with her from day one, and she is one Iof do theso because most conscientiousI have worked with herpeople from day I have one, and ever she St. Johns Riverkeeper will hold its final experience practicing the latest tech- is one of the most conscientious people I have ever worked worked with.with. My My sellers are are in the in best the possible best possible hands with hands Marti and in a series of Town Hall meetings at niques in providing customized, digi- her competent staff. Closings are smooth, with no “surprises”, with Marti andand Marti her explains competent the process staff. completely Closings to both are buyers smooth, and Intuition Ale Works, 929 E. Bay Street tally planned orthodontic services and is with no “surprises”,sellers in a professional and Marti but explains easy to understand the process way. As soon completelyas to Marti both receives buyers the contract,and sellers she is preparedin a professional to field any and in downtown Jacksonville. The meet- experienced in the Damon and Insignia all questions – sometimes years after the closing! ing is intended to inform local citizens but easy to understand way. As soon as Marti receives the appliance systems. contract, sheHer closingsis prepared are always to fieldtimely. any Something and all we questions as agents, as – well as our customers, can certainly appreciate. Marti is about rising waters and engage them in sometimessmart, years articulate, after the and closing!knows this is one of the most important a dialogue about the threat of flooding The Hadgis family has enjoyed a long- days most of our customers will experience. Kendall Title Her closingsutilizes are a always portal, in whichtimely. all documentsSomething are wekept asand agents, easily to their homes, businesses, recreational standing connection to St. Augustine accessible from their fingertips even after closing is “Since“Since 1988 — Dawn1988 DuBose — Dawn has practiced DuBose Real has Estate as well as completedour customers, (she even canemails certainly their deed toappreciate. ensure they file Marti for in Jacksonville—which allows her to offer a wealth of opportunities, and health. The discus- area. Dr. Hadgis’ great uncle was the is smart, articulate,homestead exemption and knows immediately). this is one of the most experiencepracticed to each Real of her Estate clients. in When Jacksonville— you hire Dawn DuBose,which you get allows the benefit her of toher offerknowledge a andwealth sion will also include the impact of past first physician to practice in nearby important Martidays has most on several of our occasions customers accompanied will experience. me to hospitals judgmentof experience gathered over to more each than of30 yearsher clients.in the real St. Johns River dredging projects and Bunnell. This area has been the fam- Kendall Title(even utilizes to the delivery a portal, room in where which we closed all documents with one lucky estate industry! 24/7—are the hours that Dawn works are kept andfamily easily gaining accessible a new home fromand a newtheir baby fingertips all in the same even for you!When Whatever you it takeshire to Dawn get your DuBose, home SOLD you or to ily’s “go to” vacation destination since day), to assisted living facilities, to places of work. You name FIND that perfect home—you can rest assured you will the dredging that is currently underway. after closingit, Marti is completed is always prepared (she toeven accommodate, emails theirand always deed with to get the benefit of her knowledge and TheyThey matter matter be the recipient of all her experience, skills, knowledge a smile on her face. Dr. Hadgis was a child growing up in ensure they file for homestead exemption immediately). and integrity!”judgment gathered over more than As demonstrated by Hurricane Irma Grosse Pointe, Mich. As the son of a If you are looking for a stress-free closing, I highly recommend 30 years in the real estate industry! Marti has onMarti several Kendall andoccasions her staff. Thisaccompanied will be one of the me best to things 24/7—are the hours that Dawn works and the historic flooding that occurred, family dentist, it is not surprising that you can do for your buyers, sellers and your business. hospitals (even to the delivery room where we closed for you! Whatever it takes to get your Jacksonville is more at risk than ever with one lucky family gaining a new home and a new Dr. Hadgis ended up favoring a career Dawn DuBose home SOLD or to FIND that perfect baby all in the same day), to assisted living facilities, to tobeforeto me.and important me. action steps must Watson Realty Corp home—you can rest assured you will Briefs cont. on pg. 12 Joyous holiday places of work. You name it, Marti is always prepared to be the recipient of all her experience, Joyous holiday accommodate, and always with a smile on her face. skills, knowledge and integrity!” wishes to If you are looking for a stress-free closing, I highly wishes to recommend Marti Kendall and her staff. 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1101450.1 State Farm, Home Office, Bloomington, IL Page 8 | MandarinNewsLine July 2018 By Brett Nolan [email protected] Night Out for Neighborhood Safety There are a little over nine acres of land Mandarin families. Imagine what a to be held Aug. 7 behind County Dock Road and it is party there was like back in the day… one of the last undeveloped pieces of property in Mandarin; on this land is Like the Calvin Read house, the struc- Photo courtesy Lynn Cuda the Charles Frederick Winton estate. In ture received 3 out of 4 stars in a city- supported study that turned into the Night Out for Neighborhood Safety will take place the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 7. the fall of 1887, William Monson built Organized locally by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, this national crime awareness this home for Charles Winton and his masterwork, “Jacksonville’s Architec- and prevention program enters its 32nd year in 2018. Planned events are designed family. Monson also built several other tural Heritage,” published in 1989. The to strengthen neighborhoods, increase awareness about the importance of crime structures around the community, some publication categorizes a 3-star rating as prevention and reporting and reinforce positive police/neighborhood relationships. still standing today, such as the Manda- “a great value to the immediate neigh- Homeowners associations and other neighborhood groups are invited and encour- rin Store and Post Office. borhood.” But Emily Lisska, former aged to participate. The Ramsgate Homeowners Association is one of many who executive director of the Jacksonville will be part of the program again this year. For information on how you can become Winton was born in 1851, all the way Historical Society, said the home would involved, contact the JSO Community Affairs Division at (904) 630-2160 or visit www.jaxsheriff.org/departments/sheriffs-office/citizen-involvement/sheriffs-watch for across the pond in Maidstone, Kent, likely receive a 4-star rating today, more information about Sheriff’s Watch. England. He came to Mandarin in the classifying the structure as “a great 1870s as a representative of Lloyds of significance to the city and warrants the London, an insurance market founded maximum preservation effort.” in 1686, which is still in operation Presently, a rezoning is being sought Lori Hershey cont. from pg. 5 today. Responsible for managing the exports of produce shipments, Winton for development of a subdivision on Q: Do you have any additional District 7 District 7, so this upcoming meeting is news to share? a way to help accomplish that. I will hold a community meeting in September at Mandarin Oaks Elemen- Q: How can our readers contact you? tary; the date is TBD. After the com- A: They can email me at HersheyL@ munity meeting in May, it was suggest- duvalschools.org or call me at (904) ed that we meet more often as a district 316-3609. to discuss issues pertinent to schools in

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Dr. Leslie A. Staverman Audiologist/Owner Your Community Resource For Better Hearing Photo courtesy the Jean Morrow Collection, as seen in the book “Jacksonville’s Architectural Heritage” by Wayne W. Wood. Do you or a lovedDr. Leslie one: A. Staverman Have difficulty hearing the TV? Audiologist/Owner organized local growers to supply his the property, and the home is in danger Have trouble understanding conversations in background noise shipping business with “fancy fruits of being demolished. The Jacksonville or at a restaurant? and vegetables” overseas and up north. City Council’s denial of the rezoning is Have ringing or buzzing in your ears? He acquired roots, herbs and flavorings currently on appeal. In the meantime, a neighbor is working to relocate the If you answered yes to any of the above, you may have from the Black community in Manda- Hear and be heard. rin as an additional shipping product. home and is asking for support from hearing loss. Don’t let communication problems like these keep the community. If you are interested in Improving your ability to communicate through you from enjoying life to the fullest. While today the home may look a little helping, contact the Mandarin Museum better hearing makes each day brighter, different than it did more than 130 & Historical Society at (904) 268-0784 Callstrengthens Today! your 904-685-1394 relationships and makes life year ago, the house is still loaded with or [email protected] more fulfilling. character. Numerous additions have and the museum will put you in touch Elevate Summertime been added onto the original structure; with the neighbor leading the rescue No matterwith how Better mild Hearing or significant your however, the home originally featured effort. hearing loss, it interferes with your ability to a very finely decorated two-tier ve- www.StavermanHearingCenters.com randa, with a wraparound porch on Brett Nolan is a volunteer with the Man- fully enjoy sounds and interactions with loved the bottom level. It was known to the darin Museum & Historical Society. Visit 12276 Sanones. Jose Blvd., Through Suite 710 technology • Jacksonville, andFlorida expertise, 32223 we’ll community as “Jubilee Hall” because it www.mandarinmuseum.net for more Schedulebring back an theappointment sounds you today!miss most. was a popular gathering place for many information about Mandarin’s history. At Staverman Hearing Centers, you will always be heard. We believe great hearing care begins withCreating listening to you and developingSAVE ORTHODONTIC a EXPENSE! Now Registering hearing healthBeautiful care plan that Call for a FREE ORTHODONTIC for Fall Classes solves your hearing loss while Growth & Development EXAMINATION Classes starting Aug. 6th meeting theSmiles needs of your lifestylefor and Over budget. ST. JOHNS Race Track Rd. • next to Memorial Emergency Center 25 Years! 111 Doctor’s Village Dr. • Ste. 400 • St. Johns, FL 32259 ST. AUGUSTINE Schedule an appointment22 St. Johns today! Medical Park Dr. • St. Augustine, FL 32086 StavermanHearingCenters.com Summer Camp (904) 262-5550WILLIAM J. GLENOS, D.M.D., P.A. May 29-Aug.11 Board Certified Orthodontic Specialist For Children, Teens, and Adults Our #1 Priority: Your Children! Classes are exciting and motivating! 904.79SMILE (797.6453) • smilesbyglenos.com Fun Additional Programs! Connect with us! Like us on Facebook (904) 260-4866 www.starlightjax.com July 2018 MandarinNewsLine | Page 9 Mandarin Council awards two Janice Meisel Scholarships $4.00 all day with purchase of an entree or appetizer

Photo courtesy Zeke Benavides The 2018 Jacksonville Chamber Mandarin Council Janice Meisel Scholarship was Lunch or awarded on June 14 at the Mandarin Council’s monthly lunch meeting. This year for Dinner Special the first time, there was a tie for first place. Through the council’s fundraising efforts, with purchase of two lunch or extra funds were available to award each winner a $1,500 scholarship. The winners dinner entrees are Kenneth Harland, who will attend the University of Florida, and Grace Rogers, Excludes Speedy Gonzalez Happy 4th of July! and Daily Lunch Specials. heading to the University of Central Florida. Harland plans to pursue a career in Good with coupon only, medicine and Rogers will pursue a business major and hopes to start her own cosmet- LUNCH • DINNER • TAKEOUT Fajitas • Tostadas • Burritos • Nachos Expires 7/31/18 ics company. Pictured are Grace Rogers and Kenneth Harland with Zeke Benavides. 12373 San Jose Blvd. (904) 268-8722 • www.donjuansjax.com MEXICAN RESTAURANT 11-10 Sun.-Thur. • 11-11 Fri.-Sat. Community event brings together Authentic Mexican Cuisine cancer survivors in Mandarin By NewsLine staff [email protected]

On Saturday, May 19, Jack- sonville’s cancer patients, survivors, and their families came together for a morn- ing of celebration, educa- tion, and fun at the Hug a Survivor Festival. Hosted by Ackerman Cancer Center, this annual event provides patients with resources and education to continue living Photo courtesy Ackerman Cancer Center a healthy life that reduces Caroline Tunkel and survivor group risk of cancer recurrence, and offers a great community of pa- Each also recognized the importance of tients and survivors to share stories and caregivers through their cancer journey. heal together. Briggs brought his wife, Audrey, on the stage to say thank you for all she “My husband was diagnosed with a did, and Tunkel was quick to praise her brain tumor, and this was a great op- husband for his role: “A good caregiver WesTmiNsTer WooDs oN JuliNgToN creek portunity to meet other families that is vital to the recovery of any cancer pa- are going through cancer. Whenever tient.” Each speech concluded with all you can hear stories from survivors, it attendees coming together in a group gives you hope — to know that you’re Discover The hug to show their support for patients, not in this alone and that some days survivors, and families. will be harder than others, but you have NaTural choice the support to be able to go day by day, Many community partners were in get through it, and survive,” said Paula attendance, including the American Zumot, the wife of a brain tumor survi- Cancer Society, the Wellness Working iN seNior liviNg vor, when asked about her experience. Group, Live for Today, In the Pink and the Mammoglams, Bosom Buddies, the Two survivors, Steven Briggs and Caro- Fall in love with a stunning natural setting, nestled on Christina Phipps Foundation, and the line Tunkel, spoke to the group about the waterfront of beautiful Julington creek. enjoy a American Lung Association. their cancer journeys and how they got variety of spacious choices in residences, from beautiful to be where they are today — proud Contact Alison Jerreld at (904) 880- villa homes to waterfront and garden apartments. and survivors who are committed to provid- 5522 or visit www.hugasurvivor.com ing mentorship, encouragement and to learn more about Hug a Survivor or let us make life easier with services and amenities to guidance to patients who have been if you would like to participate in next enhance your lifestyle, from maintenance-free living to recently diagnosed. year’s event. dining, housekeeping and 24-hour security — plus the assurance of a full complement of supportive services. Call (877) 280-3594 today to learn more!

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becca Myers as they prac- Photo courtesy Jacksonville Public Library Editorial cont. from pg. 10 tice reading through dance South Mandarin Library conducted a fun activity at Mandarin Oaks Elemen- and movement at South tary School’s annual STEM Family Night in May to show kids how energy is eral prehistoric campsites, and remains Attend the Rally to Save Julington- transferred to objects. from early 19th century buildings. Durbin Preserve on July 14 at 9 a.m. Mandarin Branch Library at the Preserve entrance. Several guided July 5. On July 12, Jerry We are concerned that developing Walls will bring his Amazing Animals STEAM program, children aged five – hikes will also be offered following the 12 can create barometers or tornadoes. this property would result in loss of rally. show to the library’s Scales and Tales critical habitat for plants and wildlife; program. The adventure-filled hour Join musician Al Poindexter on July adverse impacts to water quality in Learn more about the issue, including features live animals, offers tips about 25 at 7 p.m. for a special guitar perfor- Julington and Durbin creeks and the who to contact to send a strong message what to do if you encounter an animal mance at Mandarin Library. Sit back, St. Johns River; loss of flood protection; at www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org or sign in the wild, and teaches facts about relax and enjoy the sounds of Poin- increased traffic congestion; and will the petition to #SAVEJDPRESERVE. snakes and alligators. Kids can sing, dexter’s songs about Florida, vibrant set a dangerous precedent that would learn about insects, and discover what’s characters and backwaters. Listen as his potentially open up other conservation Shannon Blankinship is Advocacy Direc- inside of Tom’s box of bugs when musi- tor, St. Johns Riverkeeper music takes you away for a ride down lands to development. cian and bug enthusiast Tom Cornwell an old Florida river, and you just might presents Bug Songs on July 19. forget you’re in a library. Brian E. Floro DMD, PA Are you and your family preparing for As the end of Summer Learning ap- General and Family Dentistry a summer getaway? Then don’t miss proaches, you’re invited to awesome (904) 268-0830 • www.florodental.com South Mandarin Branch Library’s “Re- closing parties at South Mandarin sources for Your Travel Abroad” on July Library on July 26 at 3 p.m. and Located near Quest and Brooks Rehabilitation 7 from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. The work- Mandarin Library on July 28 at 2:30 Corner of Loretto Road and San Jose Blvd. shop will demonstrate online resources 11705 San Jose Blvd., Suite 211 • Jacksonville, FL 32223 p.m. Families can celebrate the Summer such as Transparent Language, World Learning wrap-up, enjoy games, puz- History in Context and others that • Exams and Cleanings • Placing and Restoring Dental Implants zles, treats and more. And don’t forget, can help you plan your trip, get famil- you can keep reading and logging your Extractions • Root Canals • Crowns and Bridges • Veneers and Teeth Whitening iar with a foreign language, and learn Clear Braces with ClearCorrect books this month to earn a free book about a different culture. and more chances to win an iPad. New Patient Special Whitening for Life! Curious little minds and aspiring Visit jaxpubliclibrary.org/summer to $ meteorologists will be thrilled to meet sign up for Summer Learning and learn Action News Jax Chief Meteorolo- about events. Call Mandarin Branch 99 $ gist Mike Buresh at Mandarin Branch Library at (904) 262-5201 or South Exam, Digital X-Rays Library on July 21 at 2 p.m. Buresh This offer is exclusive to self-pay Mandarin Branch Library at (904) 288- patients and may not be used with any 99 Voted one of the top dentists will talk about his experiences as a 6385 for more information. All pro- insurance program. Contact the office for details. in Jacksonville storm chaser, and discuss what causes Must present coupon. Expires 7-31-18. grams are free and open to the public. Must present coupon. Expires 7-31-18. by Jacksonville Magazine tornadoes and hurricanes. During this Brian E. Floro DMD PA Brian E. Floro DMD PA Brian E. Floro DMD 11705 San Jose Blvd. • 268-0830 11705 San Jose Blvd. • 268-0830

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The Native Sons and Daugh- w w w .d og t op i a .om /ja ckson vi l l e-t he-a ven u es | ters Timucuan Longhouse (904) 297-3 247 of Jacksonville traveled to Forever Florida in St. Cloud, Fla., to participate in the 2018 Sunshine State Pow Wow. This annual event sees tribes travel from Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Hollywood, Tampa, Photo courtesy Brian Quirk West Palm Beach, Orlando, The mounted sheriff’s patrol at the 2018 Sunshine State Pow Wow. Winter Garden, Cape Canav- eral, Ponte Vedra Beach and of course, State Pow Wow Chief Victor Nappe Jacksonville. Held annually, each of the said, “We wanted to put on an epic member groups gather to demonstrate Pow Wow for the children, one they crafts, banners, Native American rega- will talk about with their friends once lia, coup sticks, drums, tribal shirts and they get back home.” a host of individual items that specific Native Sons and Daughters was devel- children have assisted in creating. oped to help strengthen family relation- This year’s event was hosted by the ships between fathers and children. Seminole Princess Nation out of Bro- Each Nation or Longhouse experience ward County and more than 700 hun- enables father and child to have fun dred members attended. This Pow Wow while sharing new adventures. took on a very special meaning as the “As the parent of a young child, you chairman of the Board of Elders, Don have the tremendous opportunity to Bittala (Brave Eagle), the National As- get to know your child,” said Brian sistant Chief, Mike Ryan (Wild Eagle) Quirk. “Spending quality one-on-one and the State Chief of Florida, Brian time with your child will help build a Quirk (Flaming Arrow) were all in strong bond of trust and memories that attendance. The campers were granted will last a lifetime. As the Great Spirit beautiful weather by the Great Spirit reminds us, ‘You only have 18 summers daycare • boarding • spa except waking up to frost on Friday to make a difference in your child’s morning. Some of the entertainment at life.’” daycare • boarding • spa this year’s Pow Wow included Jimmy JACK SON VILLE AT T HE AVEN UES Sawgrass, Chief Rawley Snake Trainer, Next year’s event will be hosted by the 9365 Philips Highway Suite 112 | Jacksonville, FL 32256 ziplines, horseback riding, a slime Canaveral Nation out of Cape CanavJACK- SON904-297-3 VILLE 247 | w AT w w .d T og HE t op i a AVEN .com /ja ckson UES vi l l e-t he-a ven u es station, bounce houses, the mounted eral. Visit www.nsdjax.org for more sheriff’s patrol and even a midnight information on this special parent/child9365 Philips Highway Suite 112 | Jacksonville, FL 32256 rendition of dad’s kickball. program 904-297-3 247 | w w w .d og t op i a .com /ja ckson vi l l e-t he-a ven u es

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