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SERVING THE NORTHWEST ST. JOHNS COUNTY COMMUNITY SINCE 2001 M EMBER OF THE RT PUBLISHING GROUP OF COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS Volume 13, Issue 12 Visit our online edition at www.thecreekline.com December 2013 Helping Hands group pleased with Fruit Cove Flyers: 2013 successful holiday project basketball champions By Contributing Writer Jackie Valyou, Helping Hands By Karl Kennell or distrib- Association (COTA) for a liver Fruit Cove Flyers uted: Golf transplant for 16-year-old Alex holding off the Club of South Fast of St. Augustine. We will Landrum Lions 47 Hampton, accept any usable donations to 45. Cimarrone, after your own garage sale or The never- First Florida items and furniture you wish to ending roar of Credit Union, donate. 210 Storage has do- the enthusiastic St. Johns Golf nated a unit for donations to crowd reverber- and Country the garage sale; please email ated through the Club, Faith [email protected] for infor- Landrum gym- Community mation on where items can be nasium the entire Church, Winn brought. We need anything you game. Dixie 210, Girl have! This young man as been “Those stu- Scout Troops on the transplant list for a year dents at Landrum 742 and 743, and hopefully will receive a did a real good Church of transplant soon. We are accept- job trying to Jesus Christ ing donations now. All dona- disrupt our game,” of Latter tions are tax deductible from stated FCMS Day Saints COTA. Helping Hands has made Coach Steve Linda Stewart and Kay Rudy organizing the gifts for the and Coquina and has for sale lampwork bead After the fi nal buzzer went Whitmer. school. Crossing. bracelets to also help this young off on October 28, the Fruit Trailing by only two points, Sev- man. If you would like more Cove Middle School (FCMS) Landrum was able to get off Helping Hands of St. Johns eral families in need received information or to purchase one, Flyers basketball team left the a heart-stopping last second County would like to thank Winn Dixie gift cards from please contact [email protected] court real champions. They had jumper that fell just short. The everyone who helped make the an anonymous benefactor in The “Rippers” from Helping just defeated the Landrum Lions Flyers’ bench erupted in cel- Holiday project a huge success. Helping Hands to purchase a Hands recently presented for on Landrum’s home court. The ebration. They just became the Because of your generosity, over nice Thanksgiving or Christmas Christmas recycled jeans duffl e contest between the Landrum 2013 St. Johns County Middle 500 gifts were distributed to the dinner. This special person has bags to the veterans at the new Middle School team and the School basketball champions. It children at the Florida School been supplying gift card for past Sulzbacher Center for Homeless Flyers was close throughout the was fi tting end to a great 10-3 for the Deaf and Blind in St. four years. Thank you. Veterans. The bags were fi lled entire game, though the Flyers season that came together per- Augustine. We would like to ac- Helping Hands is gearing with toiletries for our most hon- always maintained a close lead fectly that night. knowledge the following County up for a huge garage sale on ored heroes. over the Lions from the initial The Flyers’ leading scorer Road 210 partners, where names February 1 to raise money for Helping Hands wishes ev- tip-off . The fi nal score refl ected of children were placed on trees the Children’s Organ Transplant Helping Hands cont. on pg. 16 just how close it was, with the Fruit Cove Flyers cont. on pg. 19

Start off the Catholic Charities holds groundbreaking What’s Inside New Year with for new building at Camp I Am Special Page 3 What’s New Page 4 From the Commissioner By Karl Kennell a BANG! Page 5 School District Journal On No- the program, Call 904-886-4919 vember 25, as well as for Page 6 The Sheriff Reports Camp I Am the volunteers Page 7 Taxing Issues for more information! Special broke and staff . The ground for a fully handicap- Page 8 Civics 101 new build- accessible Page 10 Home Again St. Johns ing at Camp building is be- Page 11 82nd Airborne St. Johns, on ing built on the the grounds of Camp St. Johns Page 13 Fashion Update the Marywood site on the Page 15 Miniature village Retreat Center, Marywood Re- Page 16 PES teachers of year located at 1714 treat and Con- Sate Road 13. ference Center Page 18 Movie Review Bishop Felipe grounds. Exist- Page 19 Nease Band at state Estevez of the ing buildings Page 23 Virtual School news St. Augustine Diocese as well as their “Camp I Am Special” hard- currently used for the program Bishop John Snyder, Emeritus, hats, enthusiastically scurried to include a social hall, a cabin Page 26 Congrats, Outlaws! along with campers, their family join the Bishop and began heart- for boy campers, a cabin for Page 27 Gardening members, supporters, volunteers ily digging their shovels into girl campers, a lodging area for and staff attended. the ground. They were joined volunteer nurses and a leased Page 28 Purposeful Parenting Permit No.4 Permit

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Presorted Standard Presorted After leading opening by their families and volunteers, administrative building that is Callahan, FL 32011 prayers to bless the project, making for a very large con- removed from daily activities Page 30 High school sports Bishop Estevez sprinkled the struction crew. and sleeping quarters and does Page 33 Coast Guard update construction site with holy The new building is de- not currently meet the needs of water. He then invited Bishop signed to provide an improved campers or volunteers. Addi- Page 34 CHS swimming Snyder and the campers and overnight camp experience for tionally, this particular building Page 35 BTHS swimming their families to the awaiting the campers who are served by shovels. The campers, wearing Camp I Am Special cont. on pg. 14 The CreekLine 12443 San Jose Boulevard, Ste. 403 32223 Jacksonville,FL Page 2, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com

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Do you have community or club news you New Year with a would like included in The CreeekLine? Then contact Martie Thompson at: BANG! [email protected] or 886-4919. Publisher Rebecca Taus [email protected] JCP CARES needs volun- be held on May 10, 2014. Join Editor Martie Thompson teers to help with the 2013 us in our battle against cancer Call us at 904-886-4919 [email protected] Giving Tree initiative. Volunteers by going to www.bartramrelay. will pick up from area business- com to register a team or be- Advertising Sales, Linda Gay es, sort and catalog donations come a volunteer by joining our to reserve an ad today! [email protected] for over 30 St. Johns County awesome committee or support Advertising Sales, Heather Seay charities. 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All rtpublishinginc.com. Anony- and-take Christmas decorations, Cancer Society. So, give the gift rights are reserved and no portion of this publication kick-off for the 2014 election may be copied without the express written consent of the mously sent letters will not utilizing Florida native fl ora. that gives twice, to your Texas publisher. ©2013. year with their installation be published. dinner, to be held on Monday, For more information, please Hold’em player and the Ameri- January 20, beginning at 6:30 call 692-3927. can Cancer Society. Help us in p.m. at Caddy Shack in World the fi ght against cancer! Please Holiday giving begins at home Golf Village. Come and join us The fourth annual American contact Becky Kimball at 254- By Contributing Writer Meg Balke, JCP CARES for dinner as we gear up for the Cancer Society Texas Hold’em 7325 or greglbeckyl@bellsouth. net for additional information. Local charitable organiza- for Students in Sudden Tran- November elections. To RSVP, Tournament is set for Saturday, tion JCP CARES is gearing up sition) Program or Homeless please contact Debbie Newton at March 29 at The Best Bet Jack- for the seventh annual Giving Students, receive a new age- 287-4344. sonville! Do you have a Texas Mud Mania is a mud- Tree initiative. JCP CARES part- appropriate book. JCP CARES is Hold’em player on your Christ- drenched outdoor obstacle ners with more than 60 commu- looking for volunteers to pick Hollies and other fruit-pro- mas list? How would you like to adventure race fueled by exces- nity groups, libraries and busi- up gifts from businesses host- ducing plants sustain wildlife give him or her the gift that will sive and unreasonable enthusi- nesses in St. Johns County who ing a Giving Tree, prepare the throughout the winter, while give twice fold? Purchase them asm. Whether competing alone host the tagged Giving Trees. gifts for pickup by cataloging adding beauty to your yard and a Texas Hold’em Fundraiser or on a team, ultimately it is Please look for the trees while the donations and matching neighborhood. Discover the tournament ticket benefi ting What’s New cont. on pg. 4 you are out and about early in them to the needs of benefi ting the holiday season; last year the nonprofi ts. Please visit www. project generated $40,000 of jcpcares.org or call 507-7740 for gifts and other giving benefi ting more information. Along with 33 nonprofi t organizations right local school groups, businesses here in St. Johns County! and sponsors, JCP CARES’ mis- In addition to the Giving sion, “Uniting the community Trees, JCP CARES will again through helping others in need,” ensure that almost 400 children will be accomplished with the within ASSIST (Aid and Support help of our county residents. JCP CARES, as a grassroots non-profi t organization, has to The CreekLine APP date generated over $350,000 is now dollars in charitable giving and logged more than 6,500 community service hours. With the Giving Tree initiative, the charities receive the equivalent LIVE! of more than $70 for every $1 spent by JCP CARES. To get involved, please visit www.jcp- Available for both ITunes cares.org for more information. and Google Play! Huey Lewis and the News Golden Dragon Acrobats We’re proud to give our loyal Sun, Dec 8, 7:30 pm Fri, Dec 20, 7:30 pm readers an easy way to digitally LEGO Club access The CreekLine. A new, (Grades K-5) with simple-to-use app will allow you Community Nutcracker New Years Eve to read each edition in its entirety Fri, Dec 13, 8:00 pm Gregg Allman and JJ Grey on your tablet. Wed., Dec. 11 • 2:00 pm Sat, Dec 14, 2 & 8 pm & special guest Mofro Bartram Trail Branch Library Tues, Dec 31, 9:00 pm Michael McDonald Come into the library to play Tues, Dec 17, 8:00 pm Natalie Merchant Sat, Jan 11, 8:00 pm with our LEGO bricks and A Peter White Christmas pieces. We supply the LEGO with Rick Braun & Mindi Abair Abba: The Concert bricks and fun - all you need Wed, Dec 18, 8:00 pm Thurs, Jan 16, 8:00 pm to bring is your imagination.

There is no registration or fee WWW.FLORIDATHEATRE.COM For more information, please call 904-355-ARTS for this program. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com Box Offi ce Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm & the Florida Theatre Box Offi ce. 128 East Forsyth Street, Downtown Jacksonville Page 4, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com Thinking About Selling Your Home? From the Our proven marketing program works! t5PQ4BMFT-JTUJOH"HFOUT4U+PIOT0óDF Commissioner’s Desk t)VTCBOEBOE8JGFUFBN By Contributing Writer Cyndi Stevenson, County Commissioner, District 1 t-JGFMPOHSFTJEFOUT8FLOPXUIFBSFB When you want to buy or sell today — Call Bill and Nina Bay (904) 553-8518 Important long range planning underway for St. Johns County &NBJMOJOBCBZ!DPNDBTUOFU XXXOJOBCBZXBUTPOSFBMUZDPSQDPN The County Commission our growing county. This was a County Commission District 1 is working on a project that detailed look at the departmen- monthly newsletter by going to FeaturedNo CDD Listings fees is vital to St. Johns County’s tal level of anticipated needs for the county website at www.sjcfl . future. It began in October and the next 20 years. It included us. This is one way you can stay will carry over to the New Year roads, storm water, fi re stations, informed and connected as we and we will need your input and libraries, beach access, recre- move forward in 2014....think consideration. As you know, the ation facilities and even jail of it as a New Year’s resolution county successfully adopted a capacity. you can keep! 3,572 sf - 4 br- 3.5 ba 2,950 sf - 5 br 4 ba budget for 2014 that maintained St. Johns County is a great May the Holidays be a time South Hampton Golf Club Former model home a fl at millage rate and carries place to live, work and play. In of peace and refl ection for you, $459,900 - MLS# 690613 $314,900 - MLS#682847 our growing county through order to keep up the great qual- your friends and family. I wish 2014. ity of life we all enjoy, we will you peace, health and prosperity Next, the Commission held need your input, understanding in the New Year. several important workshops and support. Please call if I can be of Happy Holidays in October and November to I am asking you to take a assistance! You can reach me at discuss the long term needs of few minutes to sign up for the 209-0301 or bccd1@sjcfl .us. from the Fruit Cove Middle School PTO!

What’s New cont. from pg. 3 Your feedback needed a challenge that will pit your cluding all neighborhoods along crochet pattern at the Reference format required by all e-book on school calendar! raw grit against the rugged the 210 corridor. We typically Desk in the library and crochet publishers. Following his talk The St. Johns County School Florida mud. Set on the out- meet once a month to plan our the blanket in your spare time. is the annual Christmas party District is seeking comments skirts of St. Augustine at the activities for the month ahead; Drop off completed blankets and and gift basket raffl e for those St. Johns County Fairgrounds, however, we will not be meet- any yarn you’d like to donate important last minute gifts. on the proposed 2014-2015 Mud Mania is a bootcamp style ing in December. These busi- during regular library hours. For school calendar. 5k run embedded with up to ness meetings are held at 10:00 additional information, please A survey link is now avail- The United States Coast 20 obstacles. Participants will a.m. on the fourth Thursday call the Reference Desk at 827- Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 14-7 able on the school district run in 30 minute heats of 300 of every month at Faith Com- 6960. meets the fi rst Thursday of website for community participants each. For the small munity Church on County Road every month at 7:30 p.m. at the members to provide input on fry 12 and under, Kid’s Mud 210. Of course, children are The December meeting of St. Augustine Yacht Club near the calendar. The proposed Mania in the Oldest City begins welcome at all of our meetings the Ancient City Chapter of the the St. Augustine Lighthouse. calendar can be downloaded at 12:00 noon. Proceeds will go and activities. Please contact us Florida Writers Association will The fl otilla is always looking and printed. to benefi t Alpha-Omega Miracle at [email protected] or visit be held on Saturday, December for new members, particularly The survey link can be ac- Home. For more information www.sanmomsclub.weebly.com 21 at the Main Library, located those who own aircraft, boats cessed at www.stjohns.k12. or to register, please visit www. for more information. at 1960 U.S. Highway 1 in St. and have radio equipment and mud-mania.com. fl .us/calendar or under “What’s Augustine. Doors open at 10:00 skills. If you are interested, New” on the school district Adults and teens age 14 a.m. and the meeting begins at please contact Vic Aquino at home page. Individuals are en- and older are invited to attend 10:15 a.m. The public is wel- 460-0243. the Project Lap Blanket cro- come. The speaker, John Sim- couraged to submit any ideas, The MOMS Club St. Augus- tine-North is a wonderful way chet group at the Bartram Trail mons, will discuss the diff er- TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sen- suggestions or concerns about to meet other stay-at-home and Branch Library on Tuesday, De- ences between e-books and tree the proposed calendar. sibly) is an international weight part-time working mothers and cember 17 and Monday, Decem- books when it comes to pub- loss club; our Chapter TOPS Feedback will be collected is a fun way for your children ber 30 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 lishing. The e-book writer can #FL493, St. Augustine meets through Monday, December 16. to socialize with other children. p.m. The group will crochet or forget about page numbers, font every Wednesday at the old The fi nal proposed calen- Mothers with children of all knit blankets for cancer patients styles and most layout problems Colee Cove Fire Station, located dar must be approved by the ages are welcome. Members for at area hospitals. All skill levels and just concentrate on writing. at 9105 County Road 13 North. School Board. this chapter must live in the are welcome. Can’t come to any An expert like Simmons then We meet at 8:30 a.m. to weigh 32092 or 32095 zip codes, in- of the meetings? Pick up the converts manuscripts into the in and the meeting starts at 9:00 a.m. National dues are only $28 a year, chapter dues are only $4 a month. We have weekly programs prepared from material sent to us by TOPS, Inc. Your fi rst meeting is free, come and check us out! For more information, please call Sara Weaver at 940-7528 or Bobbi Culbreth at 824-2466.

Creekside High School will host a Bookfair at Barnes and Noble, located on San Jose Boulevard in Mandarin, on De- cember 14 from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Just mention CHS Bookfair at the register with your purchase and a portion of your purchase will go towards technology for the CHS Media Center.

Fruit Cove resident and art- ist Marie Shell has been selected to have her works exhibited in the Haskell Gallery at Jack- sonville International Airport beginning December 29. The show will continue until late March, 2014.

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School District Journal By Contributing Writer Beverly Slough, Chariman, St. Johns County School Board

The St. Johns County and will serve the population of School Board has been incred- II very well. We welcome these Law Office of ibly busy in the last few weeks. two new educational leaders to At our November reorgani- their new roles. Rose Marie K. zational meeting, we elected After winter break, both Preddy, P.A. Bill Mignon as our new chair- Harrison and King will begin man and Bill Fehling as the the process of engaging their Ŗ6CZ2TGRCTCVKQP /VER9EARS,EGAL%XPERIENCE vice-chair. Our board rotates respective communities to form leadership among our mem- parent groups, gather input to Ŗ6CZ2NCPPKPI s%STATE0LANNINGs bers, believing that each of us make a recommendation to the Ŗ(KPCPEKCN5VCVGOGPVU has the skills to serve as chair board on the naming of the new s7ILLSs4RUSTSs and vice-chair. This practice schools and identifying mascots, Ŗ'UVCVG)KHV2NCPPKPI s0ROBATEs'UARDIANSHIPs also reduces the stress of often school colors and all the other Ŗ$WUKPGUU5QNWVKQPU contentious leadership elections. elements of a school’s culture. 904-665-0005 I am grateful that our board and Opening new schools are excit- Ŗ$QQMMGGRKPI superintendent work harmoni- www.preddylaw.com ing experiences for the entire Ŗ3WKEMDQQMU2TQ#FXKUQT® ously. Even though we do not school family. I look forward to Robert E. Burke, CPA 6DQ-RVH%OYG6WH always agree, once a decision is working with the new principals (Just north of the Julington Creek Bridge) made, we all support that work in the process. *CTVNG[4QCF5WKVG The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that ,CEMUQPXKNNG(. should not be based solely on advertisements. Before you and move forward. I believe that Also at our November meet- decide ask us to send you free written information about our The CPA Never ŖYYYTGDWTMGERCEQO TXDOL¿FDWLRQVDQGH[SHULHQFH our focus on students and their ing, we approved the contracts Underestimate the Value® achievement and our lack of with our teachers’ union as well infi ghting are part of the reason as our support organization. In that we continue to excel in St. addition, we approved salary Oncology group has new affi liation Johns County. I truly appreciate increases for our administrative, my colleagues for their lack of managerial, confi dential class Based upon a longstand- stated, “This group of surgeons In addition to minimally personal agendas. of employees. I am grateful that ing, collaborative relationship, is well-respected and known invasive surgeries, SEGO sur- At the November meeting, we were able to give raises to Southeast Gynecologic Oncol- for taking on complex cases, as geons, physician assistants and we approved the fi nal zoning all of our employees this year. ogy Associates (SEGO) af- well as being innovators when staff provide comprehensive for the two new K-8 schools Their hard work and focus on fi liated with Baptist Health on it comes to the latest surgical gynecologic care, including: that will open in the fall. With children are the driving force November 1, to improve access technology.” • Risk assessment, includ- the zoning in place, Dr. Joyner behind our continued success. to care for women in Northeast Baptist Health’s mission ing genetic counseling and has moved forward with recom- If you would like to help Florida. The medical prac- is to continually broaden the testing mendations for principals for our schools, the St. Johns Coun- tice of Stephen Buckley, MD, community’s access to high- • Ultrasound the new schools. At our Decem- ty Education Foundation has Paul Nowicki, MD and Jenny quality healthcare resources. • Urinary incontinence evalu- ber meeting, we approved Emily provided an easy way to do so. Whitworth, MD specializes in Therefore, SEGO physicians will ation Harrison as the principal for K-8 Getonthebusstjohns.org provides treating women who have or continue to accept referrals, • Evaluation of abnormal PAP HH in the northwest. Harrison a link that allows one to adopt may have complex gynecologic make rounds and perform sur- smears is not new to our community, a classroom, invest in a project conditions such as ovarian, geries at other local hospitals to • Advanced pelvic surgery having previously taught at or give to an individual school. cervical or vulvar cancer. All ensure women throughout the for benign and malignant Cunningham Creek Elementary Explore the site to see the great three physicians are trained and region continue to have access conditions and served as assistant princi- projects that our teachers are certifi ed in minimally invasive, to gynecologic oncology care. • Pelvic reconstructive sur- pal at Fruit Cove Middle before implementing in their class- robot-assisted surgeries that “Baptist is a leader in in- gery being appointed principal at rooms. These projects engage have been proven to improve vesting in leading-edge tech- • Chemotherapy for gyneco- Landrum Middle School several students in hands-on learning outcomes, shorten hospital nology and this is a natural logic malignancy years ago. Harrison has a very and enable them to expand their stays and accelerate recovery evolution in our relationship The group is retaining its strong curriculum background understanding of the subject times for many patients. that stands to benefi t even current name, phone number and understands the learning matter at hand. Your support A. Hugh Greene, president more patients going forward,” and address in Jacksonville’s needs of both elementary and will allow teachers the ability and CEO of Baptist Health Dr. Buckley said. LaVilla district. middle school students. Wayne to enhance learning in creative King was approved as principal ways without having to empty of K-8 II at the same meeting. their own pockets to do so. King, currently the principal I want to wish everyone a of St. Johns Technical High joyous holiday season, however School, is no stranger to the you celebrate. As always, thank Ponte Vedra area, having served you for your support of public as principal at Landrum Middle education. If I may serve you in School for several years prior any way, please contact me at to his current assignment. He, [email protected].fl .us. also, is a curriculum specialist Types of Christmas Trees Balsam Fir – Abies balsamea – ¾” to 1 ½” short, flat, long lasting needles that are rounded at the tip; nice, dark green color with silvery cast and fragrant. Douglas Fir – Pseudotsuga menziesii – good fragrance; holds blue to dark green; 1” to 1 ½” needles; needles have one of the best aromas among Christmas trees when crushed. Fraser Fir – Abies fraseri – dark green, flattened needles; ½ to 1 inch long; good needle retention; nice scent; pyramid-shaped strong branches which turn upward. Noble Fir – Abies procera – one inch long, bluish-green needles with a silvery appearance; has short, stiff branches; great for heavier ornaments; keeps well; is used to make wreaths, door swags and garland. Scotch Pine – Pinus sylvestris – most common Christmas tree; stiff branches; stiff, dark green needles one Starting from left to right: Pam Parker (Off. Coordinator), Cindy Johnston (Dental Asst.), Dr. Gus Gari, inch long; holds needles for four weeks; needles Joy Major (Dental Hygienist), Caroline (Off. Manager) will stay on even when dry; has open Gari Dental provides a family friendly atmosphere with a skilled and qualified team, that is appearance and more room for orna- knowledgeable in all your dental needs. 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Shoar, Certified Business Intermediary St. Johns County Sheriff www.FirstCoastBizBuySell.com Call 904-613-2658 for a Confidential No-Cost Valuation & Consultation Holiday crime prevention We are coming up on one the order then use a separate them down and folding them so of the most festive times of stolen credit card to purchase only plain cardboard shows so the year for families with the the product and have it shipped. they don’t become an unintend- Over 30 years experience: celebration of several holidays; This could make you liable for ed billboard for what you have t Managerial Accounting Services however, joy and fun can quick- receiving stolen goods. 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I wish to pass along a few tips chases to your vehicle frequent- Whether you will be cel- to help you avoid becoming a ly and lock them in the trunk or ebrating Christmas, Hanuk- Life is good, let us help you victim. out-of-sight; carry purses with kah, Kwanza or a holiday of Business experts tell us the strap going over one shoul- another faith, on behalf of all keep it that way. that again this year the number der and the purse against your of us at the St. Johns County of people who shop online for body on the opposite side; carry Sheriff ’s offi ce I wish you a gifts will increase dramatically billfolds in a side pants pocket; merry, happy, joyous and safe VA RSIT Y and therefore so do the oppor- pay by credit card or check if celebration and best wishes for tunities for those who use new at all possible; and if you must the New Year. For any issue INSURANCE, INC. technology to take advantage use an ATM always shield the regarding law enforcement and/ of unsuspecting victims. The keypad when entering your PIN or public safety you can always 268-6365 cyber-crimes that become more and put cash away promptly in contact me by email at dshoar@ #761Ŗ*1/'Ŗ$75+0'55Ŗ.+(' popular during the holiday your purse or wallet. sjso.org. You can also follow us shopping season include fraud- Home burglaries are more on Facebook and Twitter. www.varsityinsuranceagency.com ulent auction sites, resale of common during the holidays Email: [email protected] stolen or counterfeit gift cards and sadly the thieves target the and reshipping merchandise gifts under the tree. If you are purchased with stolen credit going to be away from home, District governing board elects new 2013– cards. One of the most com- leave some lights on and a radio mon internet scams involves or television to make it ap- 2014 offi cers using an auction site or classi- pear and sound as if someone fi ed pages to advertise an item is home. After the celebration By Contributing Writer Teresa H. Monson, St. Johns River Water Management District at a bargain price. If you place do not put the boxes of expen- The St. Johns River Water agement Society and the Society setting the policies for the an order the crook will charge sive gifts out for street garbage Management District’s Govern- of Wetland Scientists. Miklos District’s operation. They are your legitimate credit card for pickup without fi rst breaking ing Board unanimously elected has been on the Board since appointed by the governor to John A. Miklos of Orlando to March 2010, serving a four-year four-year terms and serve with- Recognize the symptoms of a stroke serve as board chairman for the term in an at-large seat. out pay. upcoming year. Miklos is presi- The board also elected For additional information, Strokes are the leading cause of disability in the United States dent and senior project manager Maryam H. Ghyabi of Ormond please visit www.fl oridaswater. and the third-leading cause of death. Prompt treatment can of Bio-Tech Consulting (BTC) Beach to serve as vice chairman, com. limit the damage and save lives. If you suspect someone near Inc., an Orlando-based environ- George W. Robbins of Jackson- you is suffering from a stroke, remember the acronym FAST: mental consulting fi rm. He has ville as treasurer and Fred N. a bachelor’s degree in limnol- Roberts Jr. of Ocala as secretary. Advertise in F = Face. Examine the person’s features. Ask him or her to ogy from the University of The other board members are smile. If one side of the person’s face droops, it’s possible that Central Florida and many years immediate past chairman Lad a stroke is coming on. of experience in environmental Daniels of Jacksonville, Douglas The CreekLine A = Arms. Can the person raise both arms above his head? permitting, mitigation, wetland C. Bournique of Vero Beach, It’s good for S = Speech. Listen to the person speak. If the words are delineation, listed species evalu- Douglas Burnett of St. Augus- slurred or the person can’t answer questions clearly, the brain ations, wildlife surveys and tine, Charles “Chuck” Drake of business! water quality studies. He is a Orlando and W. Leonard Wood may be impaired. member of the Florida Associa- T = Time. Act fast if the person exhibits any of these warning of Fernandina Beach. 886-4919 tion of Environmental Profes- Board members, who meet signs. Get him or her to a hospital right away. sionals, the Florida Lake Man- monthly, are responsible for Sheriff releases uniform crime reporting statistics The St. Johns County ous factors that drive criminal EYE CENTER Sheriff ’s Offi ce recently re- activity.” OF ST. AUGUSTINE & WORLD GOLF VILLAGE ported preliminary statistics He added, “However, I do reported as the semi-annual attribute the increased eff ec- THE EYE SURGERY CENTER OF ST. 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%PDUPST7JMMBHF%SJWFt4U+PIOT '-t www.memorialhospitaljax.com Page 8, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com E Pluribus Unum: Civics for one and all Remembering Sandy Hook By James A. Lee, M.Ed., Ed.D. ABD, Peer Teacher Evaluator, St. Johns County School District, [email protected] One year ago our nation of a diff erent sort. Certainly, Today experienced a terrible tragedy. he would in time, rightly or America lost. Twenty children and six adults wrongly, use the event for Tragically. were victims of a mass murder political reasons. But for the Again. at Sandy Hook School in New- moment, he was Malia’s and Today, town, Connecticut. I considered Natasha’s dad and I could re- children, how I could honor the victims late completely. The tragedy of were at one moment, of such a sad event during the that day was unfathomable. No joyfully learning, holiday season and whether I amount of talk can explain it or along side their friends, should. Celebration of family heal the pain it left. The presi- along with their teacher. and friends, including those dent simply sought to comfort. The next moment who have passed on, is, of His speech will not be remem- these children, course, what makes this season bered for its eloquence, but it such a happy one. Let’s remem- should be remembered for its these teachers, ber too, sometimes happiness spirit and emotion. Americans were frontline casualties, comes in the form of a tear. must always remember the hu- in an Inexplicable War. In continuing my series man side of our leaders. We can Today, of famous American speeches, and should disagree, challenge those students, let me recall for you President and debate. But we should re- those teachers, Obama’s speech from the White member, on the other side is a are fallen, House hours after the Sandy person, a soul, just like me. Heroes. Hook shooting. I arrived home As American citizens, we, Today that afternoon having heard rightfully, set aside holidays The parents, about the event earlier in the to remember and honor many the families mourn the loss of day. I turned on the televi- things. We understand that God’s most precious gift. sion to follow the news. Few these are all important aspects Today, news events have struck me as of who we are as a people and in front of the whole world, deeply as this one did. Perhaps that we should never forget our president cried. “Doc” Renuart Receives ACU because I’m a teacher or be- them. Christmas and Hanukkah Today, cause I’m a parent and grand- are times to remember tradi- all parents hold their children Defender Of Liberty Award parent, for whatever reason, tions and ancestors, for gifts a little closer, this one hurt. Then the presi- and feasts with our family and a little tighter. dent spoke, as honestly and as friends, for service to our com- Today much from his heart as I have munity, and for faith, hope and and tomorrow heard a political leader speak. love. and tomorrow He spoke of being a father, of After the Sandy Hook trag- and tomorrow our country suff ering too many edy, I shared with friends this we will all mourn such events; he off ered prayers poem entitled “Today.” Today I and cry. for the survivors and he wept. off er it again as a remembrance Again. He was that day a leader and a celebration of their lives.

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Offering a close connection to Representative Renuart with ACU Chairman Al Cardenas. everything that’s possible in medicine. State Representative Ronald has set the gold standard for “Doc” Renuart (R – Ponte Vedra Congressional ratings and we Beach) was presented with the are now able to off er that same Introducing Jaime Kibler, DO American Conservative Union level of transparent information (ACU) “Defender Of Liberty” to the voters of Florida so they Donald J. Levine, MD, is pleased to welcome Family Sports/school physicals award in Tallahassee in Novem- can hold their elected offi cials ber. accountable at the state level Practice Physician Jaime Kibler, DO, to Baptist Primary Immunizations The ACU “Defender of Lib- as well. In our third year rating Care Julington Creek. They offer you and your family a Preventive wellness care erty” award, the organization’s the Sunshine State, we applaud GYN care most prestigious distinction, is conservatives like Rep. Renuart medical home, where you enjoy an ongoing relationship Coordinated care of given to those members of the in the Florida Legislature who with your personal physician — someone you can talk Florida Legislature who were continue to fi ght for education chronic conditions present and cast a vote for each reform, lower taxes, tort reform, to and trust. Someone who will see you the same day if On-site lab for blood tests adjudicated roll call and scored and less government control.” there’s an urgent need, and coordinate your care with an 100 percent on the 2013 State Renuart practices internal Legislative Rating. medicine in Ponte Vedra Beach electronic medical record shared across Baptist Health’s “I am honored to be recog- and is a leader in health policy comprehensive network of providers. Convenient. Caring. in the Florida House of Repre- nized for this award. The conser- Connected. That’s changing health care for good. vative values that I have stood sentatives. He is the chairman of for have proven to work in the the Veterans and Military Aff airs state of Florida by strengthen- Subcommittee, and serves on Baptist Primary Care Julington Creek ing our economy, bettering our the Health and Human Services 1400 Bishop Estateses Road, Jacksonville, FFLL 3322592259 schools, lowering unemploy- Committee, K-12 Education ment and reducing unnecessary Subcommittee, Health Innova- 904.287.2794 regulation ,” Renuart said. tion Subcommittee, and Govern- baptistprimarycare.nete.net “On behalf of the Ameri- ment Operations Appropriations can Conservative Union, I am Subcommittee. He is also the pleased to congratulate Rep. vice-chairman of the First Coast Doc Renuart as a ‘Defender of Legislative Delegation, and will Liberty,’ and winner of our 2013 serve as chairman of the St. State Legislative Ratings for Johns County Legislative Del- members of the Florida Legis- egation in 2014. 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There are various card groups Golf and Country Club, located The total cost is $18 for lunch, (bridge and canasta), golf, recipe off County Road 210. Some of including tip and tax. Door priz- exchange, special event out- the games will include Mah es will be awarded. The deadline ings, game day (Mexican Train), Jongg, bridge, Bunco, pennies, for checks is January 1; checks Bunco, Mah Jongg, book clubs, should be sent to: Marg Mythol- lunch and matinee, lunch divas, ar, 308 South Buck Board Drive, couple/individual dinner out Opportunity St. Johns, FL 32259. and a nature walk group. Please visit our Face- For club information, is missed book page at www.facebook. please contact Vice President of by most people because com/BartramTrail.Newcomers. Membership Shirley Bodziak at CONSTRUCTION TO PERMANENT it is dressed in overalls WomensClub for additional [email protected]. To information. 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Giving my email address viewed and accepted by the St. William Bartram Scenic High- in November’s article did the Johns County Board of County way website will be part of the trick—I got very positive and Commissioners and the State of discussion; please visit www. enthusiastic response from my Florida. We are an authorized bartramscenichighway.com request for feedback on restor- 501 (C) (3) non-profi t and need The William Bartram Scenic ing the old community center funding for the various projects Highway organization is orga- on State Road 13 across from to which we committed in the nized to not only preserve the Alpine Groves Park. The feed- Master Plan. scenic venues of the area but back received was great simply In 2014 we will again to help provide (in cooperation because this part of St. Johns produce our very successful with St. Johns County) facts New Aquarium Store! County really needs a public Antique Appraisal Fair and and information for new and Saltwater Fish ~ Freshwater Fish place to meet, where the public hopefully, once again, at the current residents on why St. Live Coral ~ Starfish ~ Crabs can do the variety of things a RiverTown development in Johns County is such a great community does – weddings, May, with a date to be an- place to live, play and to also Fish Tanks ~ Aquarium Supplies organization meetings and nounced. Other events are in educate our children on the youth programs. Think about the planning stage and will be unique history and intrinsic it—except for the library, there announced over time. You’ll be resources of our area. are no places in the area to Come in Now Open in Mandarin hearing a lot more from us and To learn more about our have public meetings or hold our activities. activities, goals and objectives for your 9633 Old St. Augustine Rd. special events. Added feedback In early December this please plan to attend some of FREE GIFT! (904) 551-2008 is welcome and can be sent to: group, along with county plan- our meetings and learn what we [email protected]. ning, Brockington Associates do and share your ideas to not One Per Customer In earlier columns I in- www.CoralReefJunkies.com and representatives of the St. only help increase membership Expires 12/31/13 dicated our Scenic Highway Johns County School District but help with grant writing and While supplies last. (/523 s45%3 35.#,/3%$-/. group was in the process of will be meeting for a “kick-off ” other fundraising opportunities. revising bylaws and meeting of the history school lesson The next meeting for the rules. Thanks to Bob Fitzger- planning project previously Management Group will be ald, fi rst vice-chair of William discussed. The lesson plans are January 9, 2014 at the County Bartram Scenic and Historic intended to bring to the class- Annex, located on Flora Branch ...Serving my neighborhood of Highway (WBS&HH) and his room (and by extension their Boulevard and Race Track North St Johns with Integrity... committee who are doing a parents) the history of NW St. Road, beginning at 6:30 p.m. great job by thoroughly review- Johns County students. Im- I look forward to seeing ing documents and assembling provements to and updating the you then. Mallena Urban, REALTOR™ up to date bylaws and rules. We 11226 San Jose Blvd. expect having these completed Jacksonville, FL 32223 for membership review at our C: (321) 543-9008 next meeting in January 2014 Sheriff ’s Offi ce releases app O: (904) 421-7930 with acceptance no later than February 2014. for mobile devices www.murban.WatsonRealtyCorp.com We learned from the com- In late November, the ity to alert the public to traffi c [email protected] mittee’s work that our organi- Community Aff airs section of issues, weather concerns and the St. Johns County Sheriff ’s public safety issues. The tech- www.facebook.com/murban00 zation is, in fact, a group (not a council). Incorporation papers Offi ce released an application nology also allows for linked at the State of Florida show for mobile devices. After several access to the SJSO website and we originally incorporated as months of coordinating with the social media portals. Home Again St. Johns autumn a Group - not Council. There- Information Technology section Sheriff David B. Shoar fore we will now be identifi ed of the agency, the “App” was stated, “This is a great and cost update as William Bartram Scenic and released to the public. eff ective tool for law enforce- Historic Highway Management One of the main func- ment to inform the media and By Contributing Writer Diane Quick, Director of Development, Home Again Group. St. Johns tions of the application will be the public of important infor- In recent meetings we’ve for users to obtain up to date mation.” Many exciting things are volunteers from The Home discussed ways and means to information directly from the Users can download the happening at Home Again St. Depot and Northrop Grumman raise funds to complete the Sheriff ’s Offi ce through “push application for free by searching Johns these days, the fi rst of converged on the site to build a projects committed to based on notifi cations.” Media relations for “SJSO.” which was the recent donation 30-foot deck where the showers, our Master Plan that was re- personnel will have the capabil- of a 15 passenger van to the washer, dryer and bathroom will organization by local residents be installed. The Drop-In Center Nancy and David O’Byrne. The will provide these much-needed vehicle will be used for street services to those living in the outreach deploying a volunteer woods, under bridges and in outreach team to areas in the their cars. Arriving at the center, county known to be inhabited they may take a hot shower, by the homeless. The team shall wash their clothes, get a hot include, whenever possible, one meal and meet with representa- medical professional, social tives from agencies providing worker or mental health profes- health and human services to sional who will make contact those in need in our community. with the homeless, perform Donation of towels, laundry intake and assessment and dis- detergent, soap and shampoo tribute needed supplies. are being accepted as well as “Home Again is very grate- monetary donation to purchase ful to the O’Byrnes for bringing these items as well as help to this new resource to serve the cover utility costs. homeless,” said David Hoak, Another need Home Again the executive director of Home has is in regards to their Dining Again St. Johns. The O’Byrnes with Dignity program. With it also contributed additional now getting dark earlier, light- funding to purchase fuel and ing is needed for the vacant lot insurance for the vehicle. They where meals are being served both serve on Home Again’s at the corner of Granada and Drop-In Center committee. Bridge Street in Lincolnville. In October, Home Again Upwards of 100 meals are St. Johns received approval of provided to the homeless each a grant from The Home Depot night with over 100,000 meals Foundation to build a Drop-In being served over the past three Center at their property on State years. To donate lighting or Road 207. This center would in- funding to purchase lights for clude showers and laundry area the Dining With Dignity pro- that the homeless can utilize on gram, please contact Al Dein- a weekly basis. hart, program coordinator, at On December 5, over 25 797-2691.

Why wait for the mailman? View our digital edition online at www.thecreekline.com www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 11 Outstanding student continues career with U.S. Navy Local student Hannah Dohogne, has been commissioned an Convenient Appointments ensign in the United States Navy. Ensign Before & After Dohogne has been an outstanding student, Work or School! graduating in the top 10 of Creekside’s fi rst Call today for your graduating class in 2010. She attended FREE consultation! Auburn University on a President’s scholarship (full tuition) where she graduated in three years with a 4.0 grade point average. While working on her degree in Move- ment Science, a precur- sor to physical therapy, Local 82nd Airborne Division meets Ensign Dohogne tutored athletes and also served monthly to show support for our jumpers as an undergraduate By John MacKenzie research assistant. Ensign Hannah Dohogne on board the Ensign Dohogne USS Constitution. With all the meetings and was selected for one of only Navy Offi cer Development gatherings of the numerous three slots for a Navy pro- School on November 22. She American organizations all over gram for Doctor of Physi- was the youngest in her ODS our beautiful country, the 82nd cal Therapy (DPT) graduate class. She reports to Ft. Sam Airborne Division of Jackson- school through Baylor Uni- Houston in San Antonio in ville is proud to get together versity. She accepted that late November to start gradu- once a month to show support off er and was sworn in as a ate school to become a Doctor for our active and retired mili- Navy Ensign on October 20, of Physical Therapy and to tary paratroopers. 2013. She graduated from the serve her country. The 82nd Airborne Division is an airborne infantry division of the United States Army, specializing in parachute as- sault operations into dangerous areas and it is also part of the Presidential bodyguard division. Based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the 82nd Airborne Living in Harmony was structured in August 1917 and because the initial mem- Members of the 82nd Airborne Division of Jacksonville meet monthly at the bers came from all over the Golden Corral. United States, the unit got the nickname “All-American”—the has served in any of the union the second Saturday of each basis for its famed “AA” shoul- formed services as a paratrooper month in a private area of the der patch. Prominent division with wings. The Jacksonville Mandarin Golden Corral restau- with Nature Division is not limited to the rant on San Jose Boulevard, just soldiers consist of Sergeant Alvin C. York, General James 82nd Airborne Division and south of Interstate 295. M. Gavin, Dave Bald Eagle has members who have served Visit 82ndairborneassocia- (grandson of Chief White Bull) with many other United States tion.org to learn more about and many well known soldiers, paratroopers. the national association and congressmen and senators since They welcome any jumper what it has done for America World War I. who wants to stay involved and and her citizens for the last 100 Here in Jacksonville, the wants to help our military per- years. They accept donations to 82nd Airborne Division As- sonnel who are back home and help others and they welcome sociation is for anyone who in need of a helping hand such anyone to stop by and say hello has ever served or is on active as a food bank or education and show their support for our duty in the 82nd Airborne or funds. They meet at 10:00 a.m. military services. Holiday shopping, the thrifty way Thanksgiving is over and friends. The Betty Griffi n House gustine Betty Griffi n House Jingle Bells has ushered in the Thrift Shoppe is a vital fi nancial Thrift Shoppe is located in the Intracoastal Boardwalk and Fishing Pier Christmas season. Betty Grif- part of the day-to-day opera- Anastasia Square Plaza and fi n House operates two Thrift tions of all our services, includ- the hours are Monday through Shoppes where you can do your ing shelter, transitional housing Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until holiday shopping while support- and outreach, to name a few. 6:00 p.m. ing a great cause! 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Poison proofi ng your home for the holidays The holiday season, with out of reach and out of sight of Bubble lights may contain contain alcohol and other ir- seizures and breathing dif- excited children, rushing par- young children! methylene chloride which is ritants and can be dangerous fi culties can occur when a ents, holiday decorations and • Do not thaw food at room toxic if the liquid is swal- if swallowed or sprayed into child swallows alcohol. holiday parties, can unfortu- temperature; this allows for lowed. the eyes. Tree preservatives, • Store all alcoholic beverages nately create potential for ac- bacterial growth. Thaw fro- • The use of artifi cial snow which may have dangerous in a locked cabinet or up cidental poisonings. The health zen food unwrapped in the can cause respiratory prob- levels of electrolytes and and out of reach and sight of professionals at the Florida/ refrigerator. lems if not used in a well- chemicals, should be kept children. USVI Poison Information Center • Wash work areas, utensils ventilated area. away from children and pets. • Don’t drink and drive. - Jacksonville would like to re- and hands after contact with • Angel hair, made of spun • Clean up immediately fol- In a poisoning emergency, mind everyone of the potential uncooked meat. glass, is irritating to the lowing all holiday parties so don’t waste time searching the poisoning hazards that could • Cook food carefully as to eyes and skin. Be mindful of that alcohol, cigarette butts internet. Call your Poison Center threaten your holiday cheer. prevent salmonella. Sal- icicles or tinsel; both can be and other potentially harmful fi rst at 1-800-222-1222 and Bacterial food poisoning monella is a common and a choking hazard if put in items are not within reach a Specialist in Poison Infor- from mishandled food at parties widespread cause of food the mouth. of children who may imitate mation, who is a health care can result in diarrhea, stomach poisoning and is typically • Lamp oils can be toxic if adult behavior. professional, will assist you. The pain and vomiting. These symp- found in raw meats, poultry, contents are swallowed and • A small amount of alcohol Poison Center Help line is toll toms usually go away in 12 to eggs, milk, fi sh and their coughed/vomited into the can cause a child’s blood free and Specialists are available 24 hours; however, severe and byproducts. Salmonella can lungs. sugar to drop to a danger- 24 hours a day in a poisoning persistent symptoms, especially only be destroyed by cooking • Artifi cial tree scents often ously low level. Sleepiness, emergency or to answer your when accompanied by fever, food thoroughly to tempera- poisoning-related questions. can signal that medical atten- tures above 140 degrees. tion is needed. • Refrigerate leftovers sepa- Holiday decorations at this rately after the meal; room time of year often fi nd their temperature is not suffi cient. Explore for Treasures! way into a young child’s or Use leftover turkey, stuffi ng pet’s mouth. Likewise, alcoholic and gravy within three days beverages left unattended at of cooking. Experience Fun Foods! family parties have been known • Although they are not fatal to change holiday cheer into a (as folklore depicts), poinset- signifi cant cause for concern. tias if consumed, can cause Don’t Miss Out! 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This year they collected 550 pounds of Halloween candy for our troops serving overseas. In the past six years a nice big check. Also part of they have collected 4450 pound this promotion was a free exam of candy! for braces for those families “It’s a win-win situation,” who participated in this annual says Dr. Alan Krantz. “We get event. to promote a healthy Halloween “We have practiced in Jack- for children, while at the same sonville for 20 years and it has time are able to let our troops always been important to us to know we are thinking of them. give back to our community. It Some of the children even wrote is a priority for us,” said busi- notes to be included with the ness manager Adria Krantz. Be candy—it was extremely touch- sure to see their ad in this issue ing to read their messages.” of The CreekLine! In early November, children brought in their candy to Krantz Dental Care and received $1 for got news? every pound. Once again Pine Forest Elementary school col- [email protected] lected 50 pounds, earning them www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 13 Five ways to manage holiday stress, anxiety and depression By Contributing Writer Atiya Day, L.C.S.W, Positive Lifestyles Counseling Holidays are a time of the overwhelmed with sadness. It year that evoke mixed feelings helps to talk to someone. Fur- in many of us. Our expectations ther, plan some activities with to have a perfect holiday, our friends, volunteer or go on a needs and our reality all col- vacation. lide at this time creating stress, 4. Set boundaries. Dealing anxiety and depression. The with diffi cult family is a source following tips are just several of anxiety. This is a major issue of the ways to deal with these in a lot of families. Past grudges emotions. and strife are like bubbling 1. Be realistic. What this cauldrons ready to boil over. means is to understand that Before the holidays take some a perfect holiday is one with time and think about the issues all its fl aws and joy. Life is that are upsetting: have an never without these elements internal dialogue with yourself so expect and accept that joy addressing what you can and and some degree of stress and absolutely cannot accept. Be anxiety will be a part of the fl exible but fi rm. When you holidays. know what is acceptable and 2. Identify the problems. what is not acceptable, practice Identify the problems and break a way to express yourself in a them down into manageable calm and pleasant manner. If components that can be ad- your intentions are honorable Come experience the start of dressed. This helps reduce feel- and without malice and anger, ings of being overwhelmed and present in this calm and pleas- wonderful. promotes feelings of wellbeing ant manner. something and control. Further, set achiev- 5. Take some time for able goals. For example, shop- yourself. Try to take some time ping for gifts is a major stressor for yourself and engage in de- Spend the day at Bolles, and discover a wonderful place for your child. for a lot of people. Ask family stressing activities. If sitting on Bolles provides the education, experiences and connections for your child and friends for their holiday gift the couch and reading for a few wishes and set a dollar amount hours relaxes you, give your- to achieve amazing accomplishments in life. Join us for an Open House, so that you do not ruin your self permission to do so. Take a and see for yourself the smaller class sizes with exceptional teachers, the budget; take a couple of hours a walk or watch a funny movie as week to fi nd these gifts. Shop- laughter is a great de-stressor state of the art classrooms and an advanced curriculum, and the positive ping early gets you great deals. both physically and emotion- learning environment with grade-specific campuses. Bolles is a world 3. For some people holidays ally. are sad and lonely because of Once again, be realistic, leading to great opportunities. lost loved ones and estrange- recognize and break down your ment from loved ones. Al- problems into smaller manage- Join us for an Open House, and start something wonderful for your child… low yourself to feel sad and if able tasks. If you are too over- only at Bolles. you need to, have a good cry. whelmed seek professional help. A false façade of happiness For additional informa- is much more painful. Seek tion, please contact atiyabday@ 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. professional help if you are gmail.com. Monday, January 13 Lower School Whitehurst Campus Fashion Update San Jose Great holiday looks….at the Pre-K —Grade 5 last minute! By Donna Keathley, dkeathley designs 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. By the time you read this a fancy collar and maybe even Friday, January 10 column, the holiday events are fancy cuff s. The wonderful Lower School Ponte Vedra Beach Campus already in full swing. The good secret is that shirts are very Beaches news is that this year it’s easy comfortable—do not tuck it Pre-K— Grade 5 to go from daytime casual to in—and they are washable as elegant in nanoseconds! you will be spending time in the kitchen during the event. Don’t Sparkle is the word of the For more information on a Bolles education and to season; all you need to do is get forget that wearing a white into your greatest outfi t, be it a shirt means it’s a must to wear reserve your space at our Open House, please visit dress or suit and start layering dramatic makeup. www.BollesSuccessKit.org or call (904) 256-5030. the glitz. A suit goes from mun- About shoes: you must wear dane to a party piece by simply heels as even a small heel makes Four Unique Campuses adding a shiny camisole—it for a party look and don’t forget Ponte Vedra Beach | Whitehurst | Bartram | San Jose can be rhinestone, beaded or a hosiery. Whether it is textured, a basic sweater with shiny threads tinted color or just pretty sheer Day and Boarding School from Pre-K through Grade 12. woven in. A pair of sparkly ear- natural hose, it dresses anything rings would take it over the top! up. Go the shopping mecca and A “to do” list to make right buy a long scarf with glitz to it now is to schedule your air and tie it over your Little Black color and cut appointments. A Dress (LBD) or go to the jewelry manicure makes a nice state- counter and buy a rope (or sev- ment for anyone and if you are eral ropes) of fancy necklaces wearing sandals a pedicure is and voila! You are donned for a must – using a Christmas red any fancy happening. polish for sure. When entertaining at home, Following my traditional the best idea I have ever heard words: Go Shopping in your is wearing a white shirt with closet! No your husbands did your black pants and fancy not pay me to print this infor- Here’s a beauty tip: on your shoes and earrings – do not mation. Those skinny legged party day, chop up a cucumber cover it with a jacket! And I black jeans we have been wear- in the blender, throw in some Want your school’s Good News don’t mean wearing an oxford- ing look great with a shiny shirt milk and ice and apply to your to appear in cloth button down number. – not tucked in. The boxy suit face. You will glow for the Find a cotton white shirt with I have had for several seasons evening! The CreekLine? looks completely diff erent with I know that all of you a thin belt or a black ribbon tied Fashionable Florida Friends The CreekLine around the waistline. I added a (FFFs) think of yourself last this Let us know what is happening YOUR bright red pashmina scarf to an time of year, but you should in your school or classroom Community Newspaper older dress and it really popped go out looking your best for and we’ll share it with your it up. the holiday festivities. Take an neighbors in St. Johns! The most creative idea I had afternoon for yourself following was to put a pretty colored jack- the above tips. Send an email to editor@ 886-4919 et over my LBD and add some Here’s to another great thecreekline.com great earrings. I had completely Holiday Season going out in Deadline is the 20th of each month!! diff erent ensemble. great style! Merry Christmas! Page 14, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com Newcomers’ January luncheon meeting at DuPont Estate By Contributing Writer Mona Jensen, Newcomers of North St. Johns

Newcomers of North Saint cheesecake with seasonal ber- Johns (NNSJ) will hold its ries. There is a dress code: no January luncheon meeting on jeans. Tuesday, January 21, 11:00 The total cost is $25, in- a.m. at the Epping Forest Yacht cluding tax and tip. A cash bar Club - DuPont Mansion. This will be available and door prizes club has evolved from a historic and raffl es will be offered. All estate into one of the most ex- reservations must be received quisite yacht clubs in the South. by January 10 and there are no The original luxurious river- refunds. Please address checks front mansion, built in the late to NNSJ and mail to Susan Ott, 1920s, was the Florida home to 1000 Inverness Drive, St. Au- industrialist Alfred I. DuPont gustine, FL 32092. and his wife, Jessie Ball DuPont. Become a member! NNSJ The estate includes lush, formal invites any resident of north St. English Gardens and views of Johns County who has moved the scenic St. Johns River. In here recently, is experiencing a Friends of the St. Augustine Amphitheatre 1984, Gate Petroleum Company life change or just wants to be- purchased the property and re- come acquainted with some new present “Celtic Christmas & Family Sing-along” stored it to its original splendor. friends. We off er a wide variety It is recognized on the National of activities for you to get ac- AT 5:00 p.m. on Sunday Christmas songs performed by close with a holiday sing-along Register of Historical Places. quainted and have fun, includ- evening, December 22, the St. the Community Chorus. They conducted by Chorus director, The club is located at 1830 ing lunch groups, wine socials, Augustine Community Chorus will be joined by the St. Au- Kathleen Vande Berg. Epping Forest Drive in Jackson- golf, Mah Jongg, holiday par- will present a free holiday con- gustine Youth Chorus, directed The amphitheatre will be ville. The program will feature a ties, day trips and cultural ac- cert at the St. Augustine Amphi- by Kerry Fradley. The program decorated in spectacular holiday tour of the home. The menu will tivities. If you are interested in theatre. The Friends of the St. will begin with a rousing “Irish fashion. Watch for Santa and include Caesar salad, chicken, NNSJ membership information Augustine Amphitheatre (FO- Jigs and Drumming” featuring elves carrying treats. Come ear- sweet peas, mushroom crepe or to request a newsletter about SAA) is proud to be the sponsor Penny Whistle, Uillean Pipes ly for family-friendly activities, topped with champagne sauce other upcoming events, please for this wonderful family event. and Bodhran, along with a all part of the amphitheatre’s and julienne vegetables. For contact Sue at sjaird@comcast. The concert will feature fa- procession of the fl ags of seven “December to Remember.” dessert, there will be traditional net. 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For the third year in a quality improvement and Camp I Am Special cont. from pg. 1 row, Memorial Hospital was they should be proud of their might not be available for the and other behavior-based prob- icap-accessible bathroom with named Top Performer on Key achievement,” says Mark R. camp’s use in the near future. lems when the sights, sounds shower in the new building will Quality Measures® by The Chassin, M.D., FACP, M.P.P., The new building will be and stimuli of group activity fi ll a long-awaited need. The Joint Commission, the lead- M.P.H., president and chief built close to the social hall become overwhelming. Sound only fully handicap-accessible ing accreditor of health care executive offi cer, The Joint where many activities take insulation, soft lighting, calming bathroom currently on campus organizations in America. Commission. place. 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Dec. 14 NEW LOCATION! 9:30 AM - Noon For Appointment Call www.julingtoncreekchiro.com 485 State Road 13 Bartram Trail Suite 3 Branch Library Dr. Thomas Lahmann 904-230-0080 (Next to Burger King) www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 15 Check out the miniature historic St. Augustine village holiday exhibit a master mechanic. Upon retiring to St. Augustine in 1993, he developed his precision wood- working skills over time, researching the architecture of local buildings and constructing each structure by hand with basic tools, wood, glue and paint. To date, he has made approximately 100 historic models. “It’s very gratifying to see the buildings together in a cohesive setting,” said Ruel. “With the addition of people and min- A miniature village of iature details, the display really historic St. Augustine buildings, comes to life,” he added. created by woodworker Leonard Families with children are Ruel, will be on display at the encouraged to see this whimsi- St. Augustine Art Association cal exhibit, curated by Doug through December 29. The spe- McLeod and decorated by Susan cial holiday installation features Brady and Ed Grimm. 39 small-scale replicas of iconic The St. Augustine Art buildings such as the Cathedral Association is located at 22 Basilica, Villa Zorayda, Gov- Marine Street. Gallery hours are ernment House, the Pena Peck Tuesday through Saturday from House and others. 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. and Born in Canada and a long- Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 time resident of Connecticut, p.m. Admission is free. For in- Nease NJROTC graduates Ruel had a successful career as formation, please call 824-2310. reunite By Contributing Writer Carol Blair

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Marina Petrova (class of 2009 who will complete her second Master’s Degree in less than fi ve years after high school); James Zapala (class of 2012, currently a sophomore at Jacksonville University on a full Navy ROTC scholarship); Brendon Gregory (class of 2010, currently a senior at West Point); David Towle (class of 2009 and a 2013 graduate of the Naval Academy who will fi nish his Master’s in Engineering at University of Maryland next month); William Zapala (class of 2009 and a 2013 graduate of the Naval Academy, currently in fl ight school in Pensacola, Florida); Kam Wright (class of 2009 and a 2013 graduate of the Naval Academy, groom and currently an Ensign board Surface Warfare Offi cer stationed in San Diego, California); Nick Nunn (class certified in of 2009 and a 2013 graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, currently in his fi rst year at Georgetown law school in Washington, D.C.); and ABIHM Alex Alpert (class of 2009 and a 2013 graduate of West Point, currently an integrative Army Second Lieutenant stationed at Fort Benning). medicine

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But I’m also glad I can tie fi ngerprints. County’s fi rst digital elementa- conversation with a National my passion for environmental “I was very humbled to be ry school. But it doesn’t seem Park Ranger, directly into the discussions and technology recognized by my peers,” said to faze them. classroom for a unique learn- into regular class teaching.” Picard. “I do my work every So how do you select just ing experience without ever PES Rookie Teacher of the day to the best of my ability the top three professionals to leaving the building. Year Rebecca Royal teaches and it is very nice to be no- receive your “Teacher of the “My favorite part about fourth graders at PES and ticed for what I do. Every time Year,” “Rookie Teacher of the impressively incorporates the I hear ‘Thank you, Mrs. Marly’ Year” and “Additional Support “fl ipped classroom concept” it puts a smile on my face.” Person of the Year” awards? particularly with math for her “Mrs. Marly Picard is our “This year’s winners are students. By emailing the next version of the Energizer Bun- excellent examples of teach- day’s lesson as a homework ny,” raved Principal Anderson. ers that reach beyond the instructional video, she can “She never stops. She takes so Katrina Worthington classroom,” said PES Principal then focus on hands-on prac- much pride in the appearance Imagine taking a job at Allen Anderson. “They each tice on actual problems during of our school that it is rare to the fi rst, all-digital elemen- develop infl uential relation- class the next day. see a fi ngerprint anywhere.” tary school in the country that ships with their students and “I am truly honored to still operates on the regular, are continually seeking re- be recognized by the won- public school budget and then sources that will enhance their derful teachers and staff at realizing that you’ll have no classroom and lessons. Their PES as the Rookie Teacher of textbooks in your room! You impact is evident the moment the Year,” said Royal. “I love have a classroom of students you walk onto their rooms. working here because of the learning how to access books, The students are eager to wonderful children I get to tests, projects and research on please and be in the company work with and because of the an iPad that they are shar- of these teachers. 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Helping Hands cont. from pg. 1 Wolfson Children’s Hospital t5BFLXPO%Pt,JDLCPYJOHt#SB[JMJBO+JV+JUTVt eryone a wonderful holiday season and thanks the community t,JE"EVMUt for their support throughout the year. The group will resume meeting on Friday, January 31, 2014 at Faith Community Intro. Offer Church, located on County Road 210 next to Cimarrone. At that One Month meeting, the garage sale will be set up. $49 Helping Hands is a volun- unlimited classes (one program only) teer organization that meets on the last Friday of each month at the church to do a small project for the community. There are no EXP: 12/31/13 dues, offi cers or stress. Mem- one coupon per family bers come when hey can and $115 Value do what they can with what is donated. The group relies solely Academy at Julington Creek schoolagers each made a bear on donations of goods and at Build a Bear to donate to Wolfson Children’s Hospital charities and acts as a conduit along with $700 at the school’s recent Fall Festival! 10501-1 San Jose Blvd Jacksonville FL 32257 to see that it goes to the right sWWW+NUCKLE5P&,COM places. Please contact jacqphil@ aol.com for more information. www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 17 JCE students display artistic talents in St. Augustine Celebrating 25 years of excellence! By Contributing Writer Linda McAnarney, Art Teacher, Julington Creek Elementary School Call now for our December Specials! Complimentary whitening with the completion of treatment and free consultation.

Offer limited to new patients. Offer must be used during December 2013. No other discounts or offers may be combined with this offer. (904) 737-4626 www.jaxbraces.com Notes from the Pacetti Bay Media Center The St. Augustine Amphi- lions on the downtown Bridge By Contributing Writer Lynn Johnson, NBCT, Library Media Specialist, Pacetti Bay Middle School, IBMYP theater was really teaming with of Lions. The mural was eight excitement as students painted feet in length by four feet in One of my students asked to fi nd the perfect read. When I I have downloaded it to read murals for the second annual width. They created a grid of me the other day if I give my told them of course they weren’t on the plane as I travel for the Friends of the St. Augustine 12 inch squares and painted a grandchildren books for gifts. I too surprised I don’t think, but holidays. The fi rst time I opened Amphitheatre-sponsored event. practice mural before- hand. had just told the class about the they gave me the look of “I it I just couldn’t get past the be- The Julington Creek El- Each student painted at least fun I had at Barnes and Noble am glad you aren’t my grand- ginning; seriously, death as the ementary Fifth Grade Art Club two sections and we found that with my grandchildren brows- mother.” I am incredibly blessed protagonist? The movie trailers was represented by Railey Mc- it was worthwhile to determine ing through the books, trying to have grandchildren that share have me very intrigued, so of Farland, Ana Lantgios, Amelie the colors. After the sections my love of books. Just days af- course I have to read it before O’Hara, Addison Freas, Reagan dried the students put it back elementary schools participated. ter I bought the fi rst book in the I hit the theater. I wish more Freas, Luther McCoy, Hannah together and took that with All six schools were given $200 Wings of Fire series, my grand- students would read the Hunger Behan, Sydney Grahek, Julia them as their model. The grid for art supplies at their respec- daughter sent me an email and Games series before they go see Neuzil, Ben Model, Will Farson of 12 inch squares was redrawn tive schools. asked me to send her the next the movie. It is just so powerful and Emma Neely. and the patterns were created Thank you to First Coast book in the series, she just loved to have read the book, you re- The St. Augustine Amphi- for the amazing fi nal project. News for featuring our mural it and I needed to read the next ally notice so many more details theater’s theme for this year was There were six elementary that evening! Thank you even one. Felicity loves fantasy and I if you have that background a “December to Remember.” schools from St. Johns County; more to the Friends of the St. would say that over 50 percent knowledge. of my students here at Pacetti Our students at JCE decided besides Julington Creek, Crook- Augustine Amphitheater for Our featured readers are Bay love fantasy too. Erin Hunt- after looking at many images of shank, Wards Creek, Webster, sponsoring this super fun com- Louis Otero and Sam Jett. Sam er, the author of all the Warrior St. Augustine to use one of the Palencia and Hickory Creek munity outreach event! has been at PBMS for three series titles, needs to be credited years now. I often see her reading outside on the benches and in the eighth grade room before school. She always has a book handy. Her favorite genres are fantasy and science fi ction. Her top recommendations are The Rangers Apprentice series, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Fable- haven, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and the Warrior series, all of which she highly recommends. Louis is new to PBMS and he is a frequent pa- tron of the media center. He is a tremendous asset to the students working towards the SSYRA Book Battle team. Like Sam he with creating a love of reading is an avid reader. His favorites amongst all her fans. It amazes (his recommendations, too) are me how many students read Matched, The 39 Clues series, all the way through all of her Percy Jackson and the Olympi- series. I can barely keep track ans series and I, Q. of all of them; the students are always letting me know when a new one comes out. This year there has been a growing number of books to movies which has generated a lot of traffi c to get a copy of the book before the movie. Ender’s Game is our most frequently checked out book this fall and I know it is because the students Jane survived cancer. are seeing the movie trailers. I always tell them to be sure to Three times. make the comparisons between the two forms of media. I love it when they come in and tell To triumph over cancer once is hard enough. But to face cancer three times takes me what is missing from the remarkable courage — and a top, coordinated team of specialists. In Jane’s case, movie. Rachel Checchia, one of our former teachers, tried that team included the multi-disciplinary experts at Baptist’s Hill Breast Center, the so hard to get me to read The surgical care team at Baptist South, and her breast care coordinator, Marcelle, to be Book Thief before she moved. with her every step of the way. At Baptist, we’re bringing together clinical expertise Do you enjoy receiving and personalized care to improve outcomes. That’s changing health care for good. The CreekLine each month? Then our Advertisers! AsThank a non-subscription publication we rely on our fine advertisers to finance the production of your community newspaper! Visit baptistjax.com Be sure to patronize our advertisers to hear Jane’s story. and tell them you saw them in The CreekLine Page 18, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com Nease High School hosts college fair By Contributing Writer Karen Blackwell, Nease IB Boosters The recent 2013 Nease Col- of Campus Crest, a student lege Night proved quite suc- housing company. Both of- cessful this year as 70 schools fered valuable information and attended and students turned entertained questions after their out in numbers to explore the presentations. many options before them. The college night was held The Bartram Park Hosted by the IB Booster Club, in the Nease gymnasium where Farmers Market the event had something for students gathered materials and everyone with schools both in spoke to school representatives, Everyey Thursday us ~ RAIN or SHINE state and out of state, private asking questions and gaining 3 pm to 7 pm and public. insight. Supporters of the Nease 2nd & 4th Saturdays Two speakers presided at High School fair included Syl- 9:309 to 2 pm the event: John Yancy, admis- van Learning, Kaplan Test Prep, Fresh local produce, sions offi cer at the University Tutoring Club, SAT prep Florida honey, baked goods, of North Florida and Ted Rollins and The Learning Specialists. delicacies, arts & crafts, 8355 Bayberry Road ethnic foods, plants & Jacksonville FL 32256 more! Village Lake Circle, (904) 733-7254 Jacksonville, FL near the north entrance to Bartram Park Accepting New Patients! on Old St. Augustine Road Jacksonville, FL 32258 Most Insurance Plans Accepted Vendor info: [email protected] www.setzerandcochran.com facebook.com/TheBartramParkFarmersMarket Happy Holidays! got news? [email protected] From The CreekLine brought Thor to her two years still packed with emotion. Movie Review ago, Jane discovers a portal From family strife and losses that brings her into contact to saving realms and fi ghting Thor, the Dark World with the Aether and puts her elves, the action and story go Directed by Alan Taylor. Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Tom Hiddleston. Review by T.G. Stanton life in danger. Now, against hand-in-hand, seldom lagging the wishes of his father Odin in between. Chris Hemsworth Good Movie, Glad to Have Seen It (4 out of 5) and with the aid of his brother plays a great super hero, even Loki, played respectively by to strangers on a subway. Anthony Hopkins and Tom In addition, Tom Hiddleston This month’s movie review after thousands of years of the nine realms governed by Hiddleston, Thor will fi ght his made Loki the next best thing belongs to the fi lm Thor, the captivity, the fi rst thing they Asgard for the last two years. way through dark elves and to being a superhero; he’s the Dark World, a fantasy, action, seek is a weapon known as the His goal was to complete these seek a way to save Jane and bad boy trying a ride on the adventure for adults and teens Aether, an indestructible tool tasks to return to the woman the earth, as well as Asgard. other side. Natalie Portman to enjoy. that can plunge the universe he loves, Jane Foster, played But can he trust a brother who has once again played the into darkness. Thor, portrayed Dark elves seem to love by Natalie Portman, but now once tried to kill him and their simple woman, Jane, as plucky by Chris Hemsworth, has a dark world. At least, that the elves see a chance to fi nd parents? Loss and revenge and brave, even when faced been cleaning up and saving seems to be the case when their weapon and destroy may guide them both. with dangerous phenomenon Asgard. A hero’s work is never and beings that fl y through done. For one of his fi rst feature fi lm directions, Alan Taylor the air. The story made the se- While continuing her study knocked it out of the park. The quel engaging and makes you of the scientifi c anomalies that fi lm is action-packed while hope for another one. The Neighborhoods of A great local tradition: The Gingerbread World Golf Village House Extravaganza showcases community 475 West Town Place - St. Augustine, FL 32092 904-940-1002 Jacksonville Historical Soci- ety’s Gingerbread House Ex- Tim Hutchison travaganza, a holiday tradition, opens for a nearly three-week Regional Manager run on December 4, showcasing Laura Qualantone dozens of confection creations Co-Regional Manager made by area professional chefs and everyday citizens. Joining Angela Stanley Kimberly Hamm the Extravaganza this year is Licensed Property Manager Licensed Property Manager Mandarin’s Gilmon’s Bakery, celebrating its fi rst anniversary in the community. Julington Creek Plantation Mandarin residents Beth Hohl Asbury and Emily Lisska 1637 Racetrack Road #206 - St. Johns, Florida 32259 serve on the Gingerbread Ex- 904-880-8796 travaganza Committee. “Gilmon’s Bakery adds Dottie Kriner an exciting dimension to the Extravaganza. They are experts Regional Manager-Julington Creek in what they do,” said Hohl Monica Hodges Asbury. creative art show in town.” The a typical Jacksonville upper Licensed Property Manager The Gonzalez-Etheredge event showcases varied themes middle class home of a century family of Mandarin was a fi rst including storybook, fantasy, ago—all in a Victorian setting. time gingerbread builder in historic and traditional holiday The museum house is open 1:00 Rich Curran-Kelley 2012 and return to the show gingerbread houses. p.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, except Regional Manager-Clay County this year. Jocelyn Gonzalez- The Gingerbread Extrava- Sunday. Etheredge said the children are ganza runs December 4 through Special Gingerbread still a little too young to build, December 21, except Sundays. Extravaganza activities and but cheer on the adults. 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From over 100 hours in Dome. In attendance were over successes, all coming down to Fruit Cove Flyers cont. from pg. 1 summer rehearsals, to count- 80 of Florida’s best high school their last performance in fi nals. less hours spent practicing each marching bands of all sizes, “I think we have a diff erent week, the Nease Panther Pride which came from all over the level of passion and motivation Band is the epitome of the hard state to compete. Following their to take the show we’ve been giv- work and dedication needed semi-fi nals performance in the en and to run with it,” remarked to achieve a goal. This fall, the 5A classifi cation, the Nease Pan- one band student, Riley Scherer, band competed in several major ther Pride Band’s score placed when asked about the band’s regional marching competitions them in the top fi ve bands in season. and dazzled audiences with Class 5A that then advanced to Based on their spectacular their show titled “Desert Winds,” the fi nals competition later in performance in fi nals, which featuring musical selections the evening. earned them a score of 90.13, such as “Arabian Nights” from Between their semi-fi nals the Nease Band placed third, a Aladdin and “Dust in the Wind” and fi nals performances, the historic feat for the band pro- by Kansas. band students were buzzing with gram. After a great end to On November 23, the Nease excitement and rightly so. The an awesome season, many look Band took the fi eld at the FMBC marching season for the Panther forward to seeing what the State Championships held in Pride band was one fi lled with future of the “Pride of St. Johns” St. Petersburg at the Tropicana challenges, hard work and many may hold. was Nick Tripp who put in 16 points. J ‘Michael Plummer, the team’s MVP for the season, scored 15 points. Noah Lippy followed up with eight points after going down early in the game with a knee injury. He returned Come visit us at one of our new locations and played through it. 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We pack and ship staff honored local veterans valuable, fragile and odd shaped items. and their families with the annual Liberty Parade held Stop by your neighborhood Visit The UPS Store in Fruit Cove for all of at St. Johns County’s only The UPS Store today. K-8 school, Liberty Pines your holiday packing and shipping needs. Academy. The parade is an ongoing tradition at LPA which fosters recognition of 450-106 State Road 13 N those who have fought for Publix Center in Fruit Cove America’s freedom. Principal Ph: 230.8881 Judith Thayer told the crowd www.theupsstorelocal.com/3927 that in order to recognize local men and women who had fought for this country, the word “liberty” was Learn To Read names student and tutor of chosen to be the centerpiece of the school name when it 2013; welcomes four new board members opened in 2008. Languages) and for that has provided free literacy Thayer continued, tutoring one-on-one skills assessment and tutor- “Within the concept of lib- with two ESOL stu- ing in basic literacy and math erty are the ideals of free- dents. to St. Johns County adults 16 dom and self-determination “It is very gratify- years of age and older for 27 which are ideas that have made Old Flag,” “American Heroes,” ing to honor Ms. San- years. LTR tutors students pre- America strong. Our children “Thank You Soldiers” and the chez and Mr. Cinney paring to take the GED exam have learned that freedom isn’t School House Rock “Preamble.” for their outstanding or other vocational or profes- free and it comes at a cost.” Service men and women were achievements,” said sional exams. It provides tutor- The Oldest City Detach- recognized and stood at atten- LTR Executive Direc- ing for reaching personal goals, ment #383 - Marine Corps of St. tion when the LPA Band played tor Ann Breidenstein. including writing checks, read- Augustine presented the col- the “Armed Forces March.” “Francesca has shown ing medicine labels, getting a ors. Student Council President The morning concluded us how much can be drivers license or earning their Lucy Story led the crowd in the with the entire school, most attained with hard American citizenship. pledge of allegiance and spoke of whom were dressed in red, work and persever- LTR works with St. Francis of her grandfather, a veteran, white and blue, and waving ance, and Joe epito- House, the Homeless Coalition, who fought for the freedom of fl ags, serenading all visitors mizes the dedication the Northeast Florida Commu- the nation. The parade opened with “God Bless the USA.” and caring of our LTR nity Action Agency and other with the LPA’s fi rst genera- A regular to the parade Learn To Read of St. Johns tutors.” social services agencies to re- tion of kindergarten students could be overhead saying to County (LTR) announced the Breidenstein also welcomed cruit adult students who want escorted outside by the eighth others, “This is an amazing 2013 Student and Tutor of new LTR board members Cathy to improve their skills so they graders. Together they sang “We event. It gives me great hope for the Year and welcomed four Brown, retired executive direc- can change their lives. Love the USA.” Successive grade America. I am proud of all these new board members during its tor of Council on Aging; Heidi Through partial funding levels of students sang songs children and of this school. I am recent annual meeting. Ecua- Eddins, Esq., retired, general by the United Way, St. Johns which included “You’re a Grand proud to be an American.” dor native Francesca Sanchez council for Florida East Coast County, Christ Church at Ser- was named Student of the Year Railway; Susan Harry, retired, enata and with the generous for her outstanding achieve- president of Anastasia Adver- support of the community, LTR Credit union opens new ment in learning to read and tising and a past president of is able to provide the necessary write English and receiving Learn To Read of St. Johns materials to assist its students, branch in South Jacksonville her American citizenship in County; and Valerie Peischel as well as to recruit and train less than one year. Joe Cinney, Mull, director of the St. Johns volunteer tutors. Community First Credit cation features a state-of-the-art Esq. was selected Tutor of the County Main Library, and past For information about Union, based in Jacksonville, interior with “dialogue towers” Year for his implementation of board member of LTR. becoming a tutor or helping celebrated the opening of its which replace traditional tellers twice weekly classes of ESOL Learn To Read, Inc. is a LTR, please call Charlotte at 17th branch offi ce with a com- and create an integrated, online (English for Speakers of Other volunteer-based organization 826-0011. memoration of the new location experience for customers who on Friday, November 22. The have moved away from cash Bartram Branch at 13910 Village transactions. The new branch Lake Circle in South Jackson- building is a green design and is ville represents an expansion for Silver LEED Certifi ed, as rec- the credit union. Credit union ognized by the United States employees and leaders as well as Green Building Council. It was Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown designed by Gresham, Smith and and representatives from the Partners and completed by Auld Jacksonville Chamber of Com- and White Constructors. merce celebrated the opening Community First Credit with a ceremonial ribbon cutting Union started construction on at 9:30 a.m. the expansion branch in March “This new branch stands as 2013 while announcing its a testament to our commitment most successful year in history. to serve our 107,000 members Community First Credit Union where they live or work,” said administers The Community John Hirabayashi, CEO and pres- First Cares Foundation, the only ident of Community First Credit own non-profi t foundation ad- Union. “Bartram Park is an area ministered by a credit union in that has experienced tremen- Jacksonville. dous growth in recent years. We are excited to see the impact of this growth and the opening of so many businesses both big and small.” The Bar- tram branch will serve the more than 1,500 credit union members who live within a fi ve-mile radius plus another 2,000 to 3,000 who will eventually join the credit union. The lo- www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 21

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Want your school’s Good News Hickory Creek fi rst graders dress as to appear in favorite book characters The CreekLine?ne? By Contributing Writer Laurie Argott The fi rst graders at Hickory Let us know what is happening Creek Elementary School cel- in your school or classroom ebrated the fi fth annual Book- and we’ll share it with your A-Ween on October 30. Lots neighbors in St. Johns! of characters showed up this year to join in the fun! Some Send an email to editor@ of the children were dressed as thecreekline.com Cliff ord, Biscuit, Fancy Nancy, Junie B. Jones, Jack and An- Deadline is the 20th of each month! nie from the Magic Tree House, Dorothy, Pete the Cat and The Man in the Tall Yellow Hat from “Honoring Our Heroes” Curious George. Others wore costumes to look like pirates, MCE holds its annual princesses, knights and many, Laura Eads and her fi rst grade class. many more! Veterans Day program “Book-A-Ween was de- from a favorite story, bring a mummy dogs, spooky spaghetti with meatballs, mummy pizzas, By Contributing Writer Wendi Brothers signed to build excitement copy of the book to school and about stories and characters and retell the story to their class- fresh veggies and even bread to share that enthusiasm with mates.” bones. To top it off , each class others,” said Laura Eads, fi rst After all the students were made a special dessert. Some grade teacher at Hickory Creek done presenting, they enjoyed a children had apples and caramel Elementary. “Students are en- Halloween-themed lunch. Some while others ate skeleton cup- couraged to dress as a character of the menu items included cakes or monster cookies. YOUR > ENROLL TODAY! CHILD DESERVES

November 8, 2013 was the Ms. Henry baked delicious cup- date of MCE’s annual per- cakes and Mrs. DeWitt, with the THE BEST formance to honor our local safety patrols, helped guide the heroes. Although the program guests to their seats. changes every year, thanks to The Mill Creek student body POSSIBLE the creativity of music teacher is rich with military infl uence. Paige Neal, the meaning behind Many students have military the performance remains the parents that have spent time same. The Mill Creek commu- deployed over seas fi ghting to START. nity is rich with military heroes. ensure our country’s freedoms Having the National Guard state remain intact. There are many headquarters located in St. Au- students who have grandpar- gustine as well as the new Clyde ents, aunts and uncles that have E. Lassen State Veterans Nursing served or are serving. Even still Tour your local Home located on State Road 16, there are members of the Mill one does not have to look far to Creek staff that have served or Goddard School and fi nd a military hero to thank. have spouses that are serving. The program this year To name a few: Jeff rey Gamel, experience why it’s featured the fi rst graders at Robert Davis, Dion James and the best preparation Mill Creek. After Principal Nicole Orletski’s husband. With Amanda Riedl welcomed all so many threads of military for social and in attendance, the fi rst grad- infl uence woven within the Mill ers led everyone in the Pledge Creek family, it is no surprise academic success. of Allegiance. The performance that Veteran’s Day is one of the included the singing of “The most celebrated holidays of the Star Spangled Banner,” a poem school year. Goddard Systems, entitled “Veterans” followed by In addition to this amazing another song, “Thank a Vet.” performance, MCE continues Inc.’s program The conclusion of the ceremony appreciation of the military by is AdvancED featured everyone standing and “Adopting a Veteran” at the singing together “God Bless Clyde Lassen VA nursing home accredited. America” as all the veterans for Christmas. Classrooms and in attendance made way to individuals are taking stars that the stage for a hero’s recogni- have the veteran’s wish list SAINT JOHNS tion. This program is one of the on one side and the branch of most important activities on the the military they served on the 100 Julington Plaza Drive school calendar. other. The participants will pur- This event took the work chase the items on the list and 904-230-2002 of many members of the Mill bring back to school. The gifts Creek family; Mrs. Pearson will be delivered to the nursing GoddardSchool.com and the student council was in home before school is out for charge of the Hero Hospitality Christmas break for distribution Room, which was set up in the by the nursing home staff . The Goddard Schools are operated by independent franchisees under a license agreement with Goddard Systems, Inc. teachers’ lounge as a place for Thank you to all of our Programs and ages may vary. License #C07SJ0053 © Goddard Systems, Inc. 2013. honored guests to enjoy refresh- military heroes. Mill Creek El- ments after the performance. ementary School salutes you! Page 22, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com

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Or scan the QR Code with your smart phone. Participate and you could win a $50 Gift Certiﬁcate to Whole Foods Restrictions apply to water Market! from private wells and pumps as well as public Great Selection of Unique Holiday Gifts! and private utilities. 3TATE2OADAT2ACE4RACK.EXTTO0UBLIXsWWWWBUCOMJACKSONVILLE Visit www.ﬂ oridaswater.com Community Hospice receives ")2$&//$s&%%$%23s'!2$%.!##%.43s5.)15%')&43 Thanksgiving baskets

Endodontics practice expands to St. Johns Merrill Lynch 3-D imaging and micro- at St. Johns Endodontics are donated 120 cheer- scopes. This new location is dedicated to providing their fully decorated baskets a stand-alone building that patients with an individualized, of food to Community is shared with his wife Dr. caring, treatment approach. His Hospice which will be Laura Sullivan of St. Johns treatment is the highest quality, distributed to home Pediatric Dentistry. most technologically advanced care and Community As an endodontist, endodontic care available. Dr. PedsCare patients and Dr. Sullivan performs root Sullivan’s treatment is per- their families in time for canal therapy to the highest formed with the aid of a surgi- Thanksgiving. standard and is dedicated cal operating microscope to “This is the 16th to ensuring patient com- ensure his patients get the best year Merrill Lynch fort. He is a Board-Certifi ed treatment possible. He off ers has been donating Endodontist, a Diplomate advanced 3-D imaging to aid in themed food baskets to Com- “We love this event and of the American Board of rendering a defi nitive diagnosis munity Hospice during this time the opportunity to give back to Dr. John Sullivan and Dr. Laura Sullivan Endodontics. His endodontic for his patients. Dr. Sullivan of year. A big thank you for Community Hospice,” said Jes- certifi cate, master of science is dedicated to informing his their continued commitment to sica Esquierdo, a Merrill Lynch St. Johns Endodontics in dental sciences and DMD patients of their situation and provide these gifts of love,” said employee. “Every year the week currently operates in Jackson- degrees were awarded by the treatment options and thus al- Dan Batty, manager of volunteer after Halloween I start receiving ville and Dr. John Sullivan has University of Florida. Additional lows his patients to make the services for Community Hospice. messages from associates want- recently expanded to North St. degrees include a mechanical treatment decision that is best This event started at the ing to know if we will be doing Johns County. This new location engineering master of science for them. request of a Merrill Lynch as- the Thanksgiving baskets again. is located just west of Interstate from the University of Colo- sociate as a way to give back The Merrill Lynch employees get 95 on County Road 210. This is rado and biological engineering got news? to Community Hospice for the excited to participate in the bas- a state-of-the-art facility off er- bachelor of science from North services and support provided ket decorating contest and I am ing the latest in technology that Carolina State University. [email protected] to patients and their family. The always amazed at their creativ- includes: digital radiography, Dr. Sullivan and his staff tradition has carried on ever ity—they keep getting bigger since. and better.” 4HE"EST6ACATION Happy Holidays! FOR9OUAND9OUR0ET From The CreekLine

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It is through your empathy and generosity that we are able to give to others during a time when they need Stop by for a tour and receive a coupon for a free daily park pass friends to help them out. Liberty Pines Academy cares! www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 23 CHS Happenings Movie not required for Academy Awards By Sarah Schreck, CHS Student Okay, let’s face it. Creekside current and future technologies. is a pretty incredible school. Not Students work with diff erent to brag, but we’re sort of the content-creation platforms, such Beyoncé of high schools… we’ve as Photoshop and Final Cut Pro got programs that are pretty within the New Media branch, irreplaceable! All joking aside, as well as networking education, Pediatric Associates Creekside’s academies (and their training students within Cisco extraordinary torchbearers) are Systems, preparing students for of Julington Creek, PA making incredible strides for stu- IT jobs as a part of the network- dents’ education—while receiving ing sector. national attention! According to its offi cial Offering care for Infants, Creekside is home to two description, Creekside’s Academy Career Academies: the Emerging for Environmental and Urban Children & Adolescents Technology and Environmental Planning “prepare[s] students and Urban Planning Academy. as surveying technicians, map- These groups of elective courses ping technicians, civil engineers, Mary Ann Garcia, M.D., FAAP provide 660 students with the surveyors and urban planners” opportunity for industry certifi - on the Urban side, as well as Victor Luz, M.D., FAAP Open Mondays through Fridays cation. Certifi cations are like pro- enhancing “the knowledge of the 8:30am – 5pm fessional endorsements and serve federal state and local regula- %RDUG&HUWLÀHG as testimonies to colleges and fu- tions, ecosystems awareness, 1631 Race Track Road Suite 101 ture employers that a student has water quality issues, air qual- Tami Newbern, ARNP taken initiative and really knows ity issues” and other ecological his or her stuff . Academies yield topics within the Environmental 230-7977 educational experiences in more branch. Hensley is happy to re- Most Insurances Accepted ways than one. port, “The Academy of Environ- Angela Hensley, career spe- mental and Urban Planning was St. Johns Virtual Elementary School cialist and conductor of Creek- awarded ‘Model’ status from the side’s academy train, shares, National Career Academy Coali- is going places “These courses give the students tion. This is the highest ranking an opportunity to study an area an academy can earn.” By Contributing Writer Melissa Kowieski, MEd., SJVS Elementary Teacher in which they feel they could one This means that our program St. Johns County Virtual of Florida’s native animals. The dents were actively engaged and day have a career... Participating exceeded the 10 National Stan- School (SJVS) elementary stu- children also got to explore had the opportunity to interact in one of our Academies allows dards of Practice that establish dents, who attend school via the outer space through the new with the employees to learn the the students to discover if this academies as being “Model.” internet, have the opportunity “Great Balls of Fire!” exhibit numerous benefi ts of recycling. fi eld of study is right for their Kevin Davenport, Ali Pressel to attend monthly socializa- where they learned more about SJVS teachers have planned future, instead of waiting until and Hensley, accompanied by tion and discovery outings comets, asteroids and meteors. a fun in-house activity at the they are in college and changing district staff , traveled to Arizona where they can enjoy time with October off ered a wonder- First Coast Technical Center majors several times.” in October to the NCAC Annual their teachers and peers, while ful fall outing to Sykes and for December’s activity. There, Academies put a special Conference to accept this presti- learning more about the world Cooper Farm, where students students will get together to emphasis on hands-on, project- gious award. around them in a safe and hiked through the corn maze, decorate gingerbread houses based learning, which student So what’s the secret? What’s structured environment away went on a hay ride, bounced and create many other fun Joseph Mace feels is “a good Creekside’s Chemical X, added to from their computers. on a huge blow up popper and winter crafts and treats. It will way to balance sitting in class the sugar, spice and everything In September, the fi rst learned about farm animals and be a great time for everyone as and listening and actually do- nice? It’s no surprise… it’s our outing of the year was a huge produce that can be grown on we begin to wrap up the fi rst ing hands-on work… I know teachers. Along with the Urban success as the students explored local farms. It was a fun day on semester of the school year. that from all that I’ve done and and Environmental Planning the intriguing exhibits at The the farm! SJVS currently has 63 learned, that it’ll prepare me for teachers, Kathy Sinardi and Museum of Science and His- The November outing was students enrolled in the public college and hopefully my career Lynda Kelley form a team of dy- tory (MOSH) in Jacksonville. to the Material Recovery Facility school program and the second as an engineer.” namic and zealous educators. Students walked through the in Jacksonville where students semester open enrollment will Creekside’s Academy of “Without these dedicated museum and were excited to learned fi rst-hand what happens continue through January 7. Emerging Technology is a teachers,” confi des Hensley, “the see and explore the exhibits to the materials that they put For more information about learning community dedicated academies would not be as suc- that reinforced what they have out by the curb each week for joining this growing family, to building understanding of cessful as they are right now!” been learning in their virtual the recycle company to collect. please contact the Virtual Offi ce school curriculum. This included They suited up with protective at 547-8080 or visit the website a series of interactive displays glasses and refl ective vests and at www-sjvs.stjohns.k12.fl .us. Nease Happenings that introduced them to the hu- walked the busy, noisy fl oor to man body and its physiology; see how each machine sorted Bring business Nease heightens service to the water worlds, where they materials and worked. It was viewed various aquarium ex- very exciting to see the huge to your door! community this holiday season hibits; and then a trip through magnetic conveyor belt quickly Advertise in history as students travel back By Samuel Wright, Nease Student pull metal cans out of the paper, The CreekLine in time through Northeast cardboard and aluminum items 886-4919 With the holidays fast ap- up, picking up and delivering Florida, where they saw many as they moved swiftly by. Stu- proaching and Thanksgiving food for 100 students at The already past, Nease High School Webster School in St. Augus- is looking for any possible op- tine. The students were able to portunities to give to the com- earn service hours and give to munity this holiday season and the community in a way that Holiday Special! perhaps make life a little better would bless the lives of many. for members of the community The IB program will also be Bring in this ad and receive with struggles that may prevent holding an event at the West- them from celebrating this time minster Woods retirement home of year. Last month, Nease ran to share the holiday spirit with $15 OFF a food drive for Thanksgiving some of the seniors in our com- in which diff erent education munity on Saturday, December from your First Session fee departments, school-wide, col- 14. Students will get the chance Star ight lected ingredients for a Thanks- to make holiday cards, sing or Valid until 1/7/14 GYMNASTICS giving meal. The school asked play Christmas carols and bake students to bring in nonperish- cupcakes. Students will be able able items to organize into gift not only to earn service hours at Our #1 Priority: Your Children! baskets and present to families this event, but also spend time of the community who needed with the elders of our communi- Classes are exciting and motivating! the help. The drive was very ty and spread the holiday spirit. successful and was able to col- In the end, Nease students lect food to provide Thanksgiv- should be proud of the many -+66>9.+C ã -" ing meals to several families in service opportunities that their www.starlightjax.com the community. school has taken advantage Additionally, Nease High of this holiday season. These School’s International Bac- eff orts to serve the community calaureate (IB) program held a have helped spread the spirit Holiday Camps in December “Blessings in a Backpack” drive of this time of year by helping which ran through December 6. families throughout the com- This service eff ort provided IB munity enjoy their time together Join the Fun! students with the opportunity and have provided help for ã1\OK^,S\^RNKc:K\^SO]ã0_X0\SNKc]ã-KWZ] to give to the community each those many in our community week by purchasing, packing who could use a hand. 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Eventu- you’re always cold, even here in ice cube glasses. The glass ally I ignored the discomfort, Florida.” chilled my already numbed managed to let go and nod fi ngers, but the libation off . Who knows what time slid a welcoming blaze it was when I awoke in total down my throat. I could darkness. I could see nothing. have sipped another, but I hummed and went back to I was going to sleep in a sleep. room more comfortable to The next time I awoke I a polar bear than human. swear sunlight was creeping in. I didn’t want to leave my How could that be? My room sleeping bag for a bath- had no windows. I rolled onto room call. my back and looked up. There, Around 11:00 p.m., off to the side of the bed gaped we attended a required a hole in the roof. Snow was training class. The instruc- gently falling as if Tinkerbelle tor explained the secret was shaking fairy dust down to staying warm was to the opening. The sight was start warm. I was told to mesmerizingly beautiful, but soak for 15 minutes in an only for a minute. I was chilled outdoor hot tub and then and my bladder was full. dash into a dry sauna. This A thought occurred to process would warm my me as I scampered back to “True,” I said. I never wear body before donning sleep- warmth: I’d slept the night in shorts to the movies and al- wear. Once clad, I raced down the Ice Hotel. I survived per- ways carry a sweater into the a hallway and entered an sistent cold and raw aloneness grocery store. But, I’ve be- arched ceiling room dominated and if I could withstand that, I come quite an adventurer and by a bed of ice. The bed was must be resilient. What next? staying in Quebec’s Ice Hotel topped with a thin piece of www.hoteldeglace-canada.com. sounded like a challenge. plywood, a I arrived at the Hotel de small mat- Glace, a 44-room “icetablish- tress and ment,” along with three oth- brown fuzzy ers at 8:45 p.m. Not a time I bedspread. would ordinarily check-in at So, how did a hotel, but rooms don’t open I survive? for overnight guests until 9:00 Guests p.m. receive Annual construction takes sleeping a team of 50 people working bags with day and night for six weeks. a special First they lay a 15,000-ton liner. You snow foundation. Then, snow fi nagle your is blown around metal molds. way into After three days the molds are this thin shroud before get- removed. Finally, 500 tons of ting into the mummy shaped ice blocks are carved into fur- outer bag. Once in, you tighten niture, columns and sculptures. the sleeping bag’s face straps My group discovered a to completely encase your On Saturday, November 23, vaulted chapel with an etched body. I tugged and twisted but 2013, Nease NJROTC Academ- ice altar. Apparently some die- couldn’t get the straps snug, so ics Brain Brawl team competed in hard brides get married inside I put on my spare ski hat with a meet hosted by Bishop Kenny the frozen sanctuary, arriv- ear fl aps and tied it under my High School. The cadets competing like the Snow Queen on a chin. The only thing exposed ed against 18 other area schools. sleigh pulled by white horses. to the arctic air was my face. They were tested on the skills of Next, we hit the disco And, baby it was cold. I’m Naval Science knowledge with where pulsating music and sure my schnoze looked like bonus rounds of random subjects. neon lights bounced around Rudolph’s with frostbite. The Nease took third place overall and this qualifi es them for the Re- the alabaster walls. A glass en- North Pole-like air chapped my skin and I fought with myself gional Brain Brawl championship closed fi replace fl ickered near in the spring. the corner drawing me to the to relax and go to sleep. I tried fl ames like a true thin-blooded slow meditative breathing; Local CEO earns award for community leadership Modern Healthcare maga- Greene has dedicated count- zine has announced Baptist less hours to community ser- Health President and CEO Hugh vice, serving in leadership roles Greene as the winner of its on numerous boards, including 2013 Community Leadership the Sulzbacher Center, United Award. The magazine began Way of Northeast Florida, the this recognition last year to University of North Florida and honor healthcare executives JAX Chamber. for their eff orts to improve the He was the founding chair Fruit Cove/Julington Creek health and well-being of people of JaxCare, a program for the in their communities. Nomina- working uninsured and, as chair 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Suite 102 tions were accepted for several of the Sulzbacher Center Board, Julington Creek, FL 32259 months and Modern Healthcare he received the Excellence in editorial leaders chose 10 fi nal- Healthcare Award for his eff orts ists from the national pool of on behalf of the homeless. Addi- nominees. Profi les of each of tional awards include the 2006 the 10 fi nalists were posted on Leadership Jacksonville Com- the Modern Healthcare website munity Trustee Award, 2012 and online votes were accepted OneJax Humanitarian Award between August 5 and Septem- and the 2013 University of ber 20. The overall winner was North Florida’s Coggin College chosen by a combination of of Business Distinguished Busi- online voting and nomination ness Leader Award. review by senior editors at Mod- “Hugh is a trusted commu- ern Healthcare. nity leader and is always at the “I see this award not as a table when the most important personal recognition as much issues in our community are as a refl ection of our mission being discussed,” said Baptist at Baptist and the fulfi llment of Health Board of Directors Chair our community social responsi- Robert Hill Jr. bility,” Greene said. Page 26, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com Congratulations, Outlaws!

The Creeks Football League (CFL) Outlaws Pee Wee Gold team has secured the title of Southeast Regional Champions! The Out- laws advance to Pop Warner National Championship competition beginning December 7 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando. They are the ﬁ rst St. Johns team to advance to nationals! Congratulations to the players, coaches, team moms and parents! Coaches/Team Moms: Head Coach Mike Hughes, Angelo Vespi, Paul Blazejowski, Ike Keene, Don Abbey, Brad Denny, Robb Muley, Greg Helm, Kelly Helm and Pam Bowser.

Durbin Creek hosts World’s Fair Captain David’s Fishing Report By Contributing Writer Jennifer Katz, Corresponding Secretary, DCE PTO By Captain David Lifka around the world on Mount Everest Tibet. If you For many, holiday shop- duplicated. With fi shing regu- Friday, November 8. still had the energy, teach- ping for the angler in their life lations being as diffi cult as The PTO sponsored ers were sharing stories from can be a diffi cult and dreaded they are today a color pictured the fi rst Family Night Africa, the Appalachians and event. The number of products fi sh identifi cation book is a Out of the year with other amazing places around that are specifi cally made to must and then there are al- the event chaired by the world. The students also got get a fi sh out of the water, ways tackle boxes, gear bags, Reisha Rust and Angie to decorate Durbie, our school into a cooler and eventually coolers and more. Conlan. The event mascot and take him on the into a frying pan can be a bit Holiday shopping for your was jammed packed journey with them. They were overwhelming for anyone. special angler no longer has to with entertainment able to get him stamped as their With thousands of diff er- be a dreaded or diffi cult event. including a Polynesian passport. ent items available through a Understanding their fi shing revue, Russian and We were able to not just variety of diff erent sources, it preferences, their mindset on Greek dancing, Chi- think globally, but also give is easy to see why gift cards tackle and having a fi shing re- nese dragon dancers locally! Items were collected have become a viable option lated gift list to shop with can and a French mime. throughout the day for children for many. help make this years shopping The participants were in our community who are be- Taking the dread and dif- an enjoyable event. able to make crafts ing placed in foster care. Both fi culty out of gift shopping for Fishing Report: Best bet from around the world, Emile’s Pack of Hope and St. your fi shing person is an ob- is speckled perch (crappie) in like Japanese origami, Johns County ASSIST program tainable goal. First you must deeper holes in local creeks. Indian Rangoli designs benefi ted from the donations. know their fi shing preferences Take the kids bream fi shing Students showing off their Durbie passport and Chinese painting. Items like stuff ed animals, such as fresh or saltwater. You in a local pond on a warmer On our fi eld there was school supplies, backpacks and also have to know the species pretty day. Durbin Creek Elementary a zip line through Zimbabwe, hygiene products were donated. of fi sh they like to target, such Whether you catch one, school students, parents, fami- castle jump in England, Tour What a wonderful night as bream and bass or redfi sh some or none, the family lies and staff took a journey de France and rock wall climb Durbin World’s Fair was! and trout. This information time spent fi shing will last a alone is enough for most lifetime. tackle stores to be able to supply you with an endless array of tackle and equipment. The next two things you We Need a need to know that should make your shopping easier are as follows. One, your fi sh- Home! ing person never has enough tackle and equipment and two, even when tackle and equipment are duplicated it is a good thing. Because this is a mindset that exists for nearly all anglers, it will almost be impossible to get it wrong. Finally, to make shopping really easy there are “fi shing related” gifts that will fi t all anglers for any occasion. Hello! Our names are River & These are gifts that require Rose and we are sisters. We are little knowledge of your per- approximately 10 months old sons fi shing habits, but will and current on all vaccines, but always be appreciated and one still need to be spayed. We are day put to use. very affectionate pets who love Celebrate New Years Eve In Style We can start our fi shing attention. When not curled up related gift list with clothing. in your lap, we love to play with Fishing shirts, pants, hats and our fellow feline friends and look caps all make great gift ideas out the window. Please visit us at the SJC Pet Center and give us a On the Bank of the St. Johns River and are easy shopping. Don’t forget a pair of anti-slip deck forever home! $ shoes to complete an outfi t. Adoptions range from $20 - Come for the party only 75 per person! Polarized sunglasses are a $50, which includes neuter- must for anyone that spends ing or spaying, rabies vac- Call today for reservations 904-287-2525 - space is limited. time around the water and will cinations and shots. The Pet be put to immediate use. For Overnight accommodations including the party and Center is located at 130 N. safety, an infl atable life vest Stratton Road, just off US-1 New Years Day breakfast start at $138. is a good idea for any angler, between CR 210 and Int’l especially for those that like For more details visit: MarywoodCenter.org/NewYearsEve Golf Pkwy. Hours are 8:00- to fi sh solo. Tools of the trade 4:30 Monday through Friday. such as fi let knives, knife sharpeners and fi shing pliers Live DJ * Dancing * Heavy Hors d’oeuvres* 2 Free Drink Tickets * Cash Bar are also must haves even if 209-6190 www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 27 Gardening: Falling into winter By Contributing Writer Master Gardener Lesley Arrandale with Duval County Extension, University of Florida/IFAS Dog Obedience Training It is often the case that and thicker covers will do even wet and rest on the foliage for Marienhof Kennels eagerly awaited fall weather is better. For tender in-ground too long. s¬'ROUP¬OR¬0RIVATE¬3ESSIONS slow to arrive. While northern- plants, make sure to cover them Young citrus should be s¬9OUR¬HOME¬OR¬MY¬LOCATION ers are skiing in near blizzard completely, taking the blanket protected by heaping up soil, s¬"ASIC¬AND¬!DVANCED¬4RAINING¬¬ conditions, we can be basking right down to the ground to mulch or sand over the graft FOR¬!LL¬"REEDS¬OF¬$OGS in the sublime upper 70s to trap warmer air and secure it union; make sure to remove it s¬)N¬+ENNEL¬4RAINING¬s¬$AYCARE¬!VAILABLE lower 80s! against the wind. If a couple after the danger has passed. As December approaches of cold nights are forecast, just If you have larger tropical German Shepherd leave these blankets in place, 287-3934 though, change is in the air plants in pots you might move Puppies Available! www.marienhofkennels.com and being prepared to deal with but if you use plastic, keep it them indoors. If you use an cold snaps will help enormously off foliage as much as possible uninsulated garage for this pur- when you need to protect to avoid damage from cold pose, a hard freeze could take tender plants. Happily, frost transmission and then at least the temperature inside lower We Greenbriar blankets are widely available. partly remove it during the day than some plants might toler- Celebrate These lightweight, synthetic to avoid overheating. Old sheets ate. If the pots have been well The Animal Hospital fl eece covers can keep tempera- and blankets also work, but watered, as all plants should be Human- Pet Bond tures at least fi ve degrees higher may damage plants if they get before a cold snap, their roots will not necessarily be dam- aged. 1004 State Road 13 (0.2 mi South JCP entrance) Let us know about your Cool-season vegetables should be coming on well. Keep Richard M. Oglesby, D.V.M. organization or club! scouting regularly for pests and Constanze Goricki, Dr.med.vet treat with mild insecticides like Tara Hogan, DVM Don’t know how to write a press release? soaps or oils if you fi nd more insects than you’re comfortable 287-5570 No problem. with. For information on what M-F – 8 AM - 6 PM Just write up the: to plant now, check out the No- Sat 8 AM - Noon • Who • What • When • Where • Why vember/December edition of A New Leaf: http://duval.ifas.ufl . News from Creekside edu/documents/ANewLeafNov- Send to our Editor: Martie Thompson, Dec2013.pdf. Even into Decem- Athletic Booster Club [email protected] ber it is possible to plant some of the hardier vegetables and By Contributing Writer Debby McKernan, Creekside Athletic Booster Club Please give your name and phone number should she need herbs that suff er in our sum- The Creekside Knights The Creekside Athletic to contact you. She will handle the rest! mer heat usually do well in the Athletic Booster Club (CKABC) Booster club is spearheading a cooler months. fall membership drive and the new only to Creekside incen- Decorative vegetables like 2013 fall sports season at CHS tive program called S.C.O.R.E. chard, with red and yellow are now history. Funds raised by (Sports, Teams for, Community stems, can be added to fl ow- memberships, concession stand Out Reach and Education) Each erbeds. If you like ornamental profi ts, sale of authentic Knights athletic team at Creekside will cabbage, why not consider apparel, sponsors and other be participating in some sort using the edible kind? Kales can fundraisers help to off set costs of community service . Several look very lovely, tinged with of the athletic programs at CHS. teams have already volunteered lavender and crinkly edged or Every athlete and every sport is this school year. Football sold with dark blue-green strappy a benefactor of these funds. Here red t-shirts and donated all leaves. You may have to look are just a few of the ways how profi ts to the American Heart beyond the big box stores to the Booster Club was able to help Association. The cross country fi nd unusual varieties. the CHS athletic programs and team volunteered at various Since narcissus can be the school recently: charity races, girls’ cross country planted in late November or New uniforms for the organized food baskets for the early December and I’m a football team were purchased, needy, the swim and dive team sucker for an English spring, as were bleachers for the ten- raised money for Little Pink News from Troop 280 I’m planting some this year. nis program and wrestling mats; Houses of Hope, Breast Cancer They don’t always do well travel costs were supplemented and volleyball volunteered at By Contributing Writer Lisa Leavins here, needing cold weather to for state bound members of the Camp Promise. The Creekside The past months have been service. During the month of promote fl owering. Those that cross country and the swim/dive Athletic Booster Club and the quite busy for the scouts of October, the boys donated 80 are designated as “early” may team. They have approved the athletic department at Creekside Troop 280. In October, several pounds of non-perishable goods do better and paperwhites are purchase of new goals for soccer not only hope to provide com- scouts participated in a scuba to the new Second Harvest Food usually successful. I shall plant and new equipment for baseball petitive athletic opportunities but diving certifi cation class with Warehouse on State Road 16. In my bulbs in well-draining soil and softball. to help shape tomorrow’s leaders Troop 718 and enjoyed a great conjunction with Pack 280, the in a good sunny spot and apply Winter sports programs for and encourage character counts dive at Devil’s Den in Central troop also participated in Op- a bulb fertilizer to get them basketball, soccer and wrestling both on and off the eld.fi Florida. You can see a short eration Christmas Child to help going. Leaving their foliage are now underway as is the CKABC board members are video at the troop website: make Christmas a little brighter to die back after they fl ower winter Booster Club membership also personally driven to give www.julingtoncreekscouts.com. for kids across the world. They returns energy to the bulbs and drive. Please consider joining back and support worthy causes. We also had a group of scouts have been busy working on prepares them to bloom the and please try to come out and Angie Hiler runs at least four go backpacking in Suwannee numerous merit badges and following year. Gardeners live enjoy some Creekside basketball, half marathons per year for River State Park, where they several Eagle candidates are in hope. soccer and wrestling this season. CHS Athletic Boosters cont. on pg. 28 cooked all of their meals on preparing for their Eagle Boards lightweight backpacking stoves of Review in the coming weeks and practiced fi rst aid simula- and months. Other scouts par- tions on the trail. November ticipated in various activities TREE FARM & NURSERY brought the much anticipated such as assisting with Cub Scout “Zombie Apocalypse” campout. packs, volunteering at Cub-O- #$ ?> : % % !#$" Several scouts also attended an Ree, clean ups at their school outing to IFly in Orlando with a and helping out with the River skydiving simulator and a trip of Life Fall Festival and Pump- to DeLeon Springs State Park kin Patch. afterwards. After the holidays, the boys Give a Living Gift! The boys have also been will be preparing for their sixth busy with local community annual “I Love You Very Mulch” Sale. This helps them raise Get 30% off your purchase money to participate in scout Teen Anime Club activities and earn their own way to summer camp each year, of a gift certificate from both in sales and the delivery of Tuesday, Dec. 17 • 6 pm those many bags of mulch each S & J this Christmas season Bartram Trail Branch Library spring. As always, we appreciate the support of the local com- and make it a gift that they Teens over age 12: munity. Are you looking for Troop 280 is a Boy Scout will remember. something different Troop located in the heart of to do tonight? Julington Creek, sponsored We’re showing a popular by River of Life UMC on Race Offer valid through December 31st 2013. Track Road. The troop was anime movie on our founded in 2009 and has grown big screen! from fi ve original members to Refreshments now over 60. Their scoutmaster FREE LANDSCAPE ESTIMATES will be provided. is Brian Miller. You can visit us online at www.julingtoncreeks- /MXX a_ M` % !#$" couts.com for more information. or visit us at www.sjtreefarm.com Page 28, The CreekLine • December 2013 • www.thecreekline.com

CHS Athletic Boosters cont. from pg. 27 pancreatic cancer research, while others members also run charity “I RQO\ want cremation.” Vertigo - What is it? races and help students organize What can cause dizziness/imbalance? Relay for Life events. Board Pres- ident Anne Marie Genusa and BPPV Explained Vice President Monica Chachra $650 What is Vestibular Rehab Therapy? provide leadership and guid- ance to the CHS sports teams by When should you seek treatment from a Physical Therapist? helping to facilitate and provide ideas. Let’s S.C.O.R.E. Knights! Flagler Memorial Cremation Society Yearly more than two million people visit a doctor for Show your Knights spirit! dizziness, and an untold number suffer from motion But don’t buy the knock-off s… 669-1809 sickness. Although patients complain of similar symp- Williams Athletics is authorized and now carries authentic Creek- 2OG0RXOWULH5RDG6W$XJXVWLQH toms, there are different treatments available. Vertigo side High School spirit wear! The VHUYLQJ6W-RKQV)ODJOHUDQG3XWQDPFRXQWLHV and dizziness are among the most common symp- Kings Closet will also be open toms prompting patients to visit a physician. Join in as for business at select sporting events throughout the school we discuss vertigo, causes and treatment, and how it year. )XOO6HUYLFH)XQHUDO differs from various balance disorders. The third annual Running +RPHRIIHULQJRXURZQ of the Knights will be held on FUHPDWRU\DQGPHPRULDO Friday, May 14 at Creekside High SDUN School. This is a 5k run/walk, a centipede team race and one $IIRUGDEOH3ULFHV Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 10:00-11:30am 12421 San Jose Blvd, Ste 100 mile fun run. &RQYHQLHQWO\ORFDWHGRQ FREE (904) 292-0195 Further information about 86OLQ6W$XJXVWLQH Must RSVP www.atlasphysicaltherapy.com Creekside Athletic Booster Club 292-0195 or upcoming events may be &DOOXVRUVWRSLQDQGVHH found on the website at www. ZK\ZHFRQWLQXHWRVHWWKH creeksideknights.com. VWDQGDUGLQIXQHUDOFDUH Mandarin | St. Johns | WGV Go Knights! “like” us on Facebook Celebrate Advent! Geneva Presbyterian to participate; all you have to Purposeful Parenting: All because of love Church invites the St. Johns do is show up and you will By Allie Olsen Community to celebrate the be given a part. Light refresh- It’s been a really rough list one person too long? Per- later. Because Christmas is all birth of our Savior at two ments will be served following week. Even after a month of haps I should buy break-and- about love. special Christmas Eve services. the service. #thankful facebook posts and bake cookies for that cookie If your gifts are perfectly Our Christmas Eve stable ser- Our Christmas Eve Candle- homeschool co-op parties and swap? wrapped and the wreath is vice will be held at 5:00 p.m. light service starts at 7:00 p.m. Thanksgiving festivities, I’ve No. Well, yes. Maybe. current and polished nails are This child –friendly service Communion will be served at found it challenging to be Maybe I’ve forgotten why I do unchipped, but the kids are will be held in our sanctuary this traditional service. Both of happy, kind and patient with all this. only happy when seated in and all children are invited our Christmas Eve services will my kiddos. In a word, I’m being Christmas is not about front of the TV, maybe it’s time be led by our stated supply a Grinch. perfection, it’s about humility. to give your kids the best gift. School Bus Safety pastor, Rev. Joe Albright. I say Grinch, not Stooge, Christmas is not about perform- You! Join me in asking God for The community is invited because I’m glad for the hap- ing- it’s all about love. the strength to give our early Yellow flashing lights mean that to worship with us on Sunday piness around. I don’t want When I walk by the na- mornings and late nights and the school bus is preparing to stop. mornings. We off er Sunday to run around yelling Bah- tivity and see that little baby all the time in between to our Motorist should slow down and be School for all ages at 9:00 Humbug! Instead, I want my Jesus lying in a manger, I’m family. Use the coming weeks ready to stop their vehicles. a.m. and our worship service house to be a retreat from it all. reminded of God’s gift to me. off school to snuggle on the begins at 10:30 a.m. Various In my Grinch moments, I long couch with a book, do chores Red flashing lights and an extend- The perfect gift. Himself. Bible studies and small groups to gather all the tinsel and pack If your littles are crying together and maybe bake some ed stop arm indicate that the school meet throughout the week. On up the toys and clap hands cookies, too. Live life together! bus has stopped and children are because you won’t let them most Wednesdays, we have over my ears to stop the noise, Because Christmas isn’t boarding or exiting. “help” bake cookies because Fellowship Dinner at 6:00 noise, noise! they’ll mess them up, maybe about busyness or outward On a two-lane road, all vehicles in p.m. followed by a children’s Am I just feeling a bit it’s time to play now and bake beauty or perfect homes. both directions must stop. program and Bible studies maxed out? Is that shopping Christmas is all about love. for adults. Come and see why On a divided highway with a Geneva Presbyterian Church is raised median, unpaved space or a known as the church “where St. Johns County 4-H announces 2013- physical barrier of at least five feet, you feel like you are part of vehicles traveling in the opposite the family.” 2014 association offi cers direction are not required to stop. Please contact the church Submitted by Dr. Jeff Rudolph, SJC 4-H Association Chair On a divided highway where offi ce at 287-4865 if you have no median or barrier exists, all any questions or visit our The St. Johns County 4-H citizenship and life skills. The all youth ages fi ve through 18 vehicles are mandated to stop. website at www.genevapresby- Youth Development Program organization is divided into who want to participate in a terian.org. Geneva Presbyte- recently elected offi cers to clubs that focus on specifi c program that is both fun and Source: National Highway Traffic rian Church is located at 1755 lead the St. Johns County 4-H interests and skill development educational. Safety Administration State Road 13. Association for the 2013/14 that includes, but not limited For more information year. The 4-H Association to, aerospace, ecology, robot- about the 4-H Program or to serves as an operating board of ics, agricultural and animal enroll, please visit directors which includes adult sciences, archery and public http://stjohns.ifas.ufl . and youth representation. The speaking. There are currently edu/4-H.shtml. Caring adults executive committee includes nearly 300 youth who partici- interested in working with Jeff Rudolph, chair; Wendy pate in 4-H clubs throughout youth as a volunteer 4-H Club Smith, vice chair; Deborah the county with the help of leader should contact the St. Edwards, treasurer; and Sara over 25 4-H volunteers who Johns County 4-H Offi ce by Sachs, secretary. The Associa- assist with the delivery of phone at 209-0430 or via tion includes 4-H Extension monthly 4-H Club meetings. email at gsachs@sjcfl .us to staff Dr. Dan Cantliff e, county St. Johns County 4-H Clubs learn of the many volunteer extension director; Geralyn meet at various days/times and opportunities within the 4-H Sachs, 4-H extension agent; locations and are available to Youth Development Program. Your Second Shot at a Fabulous New Wardrobe. and Kellie Anderson, 4-H program assistant. Also on the Name Brand and designer fashions at a board are Dr. Danita Heagy, Do you enjoy receiving past chair, Nettie Ruth Brown, fraction of retail prices. Lucille Barnhill, T.J. Jackson, The CreekLine each month? Melanie Morrison, Laurie Sim- mer, Jeanette Smith, Jeb Smith Then our Advertisers! as well as youth members Allie Store Hours: Anderson and Jared Smith. Thank Mon-Sat 9am-6pm 4-H is the youth develop- As a non-subscription publication $5 off 11531-4 San Jose Blvd. ment program of the St. Johns we rely on our fine advertisers to finance County Cooperative Exten- Mandarin, FL 32223 sion Service—a joint eff ort of the production of your community newspaper! $25 904-262-7231 local county governments, Be sure to patronize our advertisers (please bring coupon) the University of Florida and the United States Department and tell them you saw them in of Agriculture. 4-H is a community of young people from www.msmulligans.com ages fi ve through 18 across The CreekLine America learning leadership, www.thecreekline.com • December 2013 • The CreekLine, Page 29 Faith News Shepherd of the Woods Do you have faith news you would like included Lutheran Church in The CreekLine? Then contact Martie Thompson at: [email protected] or 886-4919. River of Life UMC an- support overall brain function, just west of the Southside/ nounces three Christmas Eve but best of all, it’s fun… and it Baymeadows intersection). The services to be held at the works! Please call Michele San- event is free and open to the church, located at 2600 Race chez, Memory Enhancement public, doors open at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for Track Road in Fruit Cove. The Program Manager at 729-9535 and seating is general admis- Holiday Worship Services 5:00 p.m. service is “family- or visit www.memorysourcesjc. sion. Well-known and loved ALL are Welcome friendly,” while candlelight com for more information! seasonal carols will be mixed Mandarin Location services will be held at 6:30 with newer songs alongside 6595 Columbia Park Court 32258 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Everyone is Mandarin United Methodist the story of Christmas. The welcome to worship during this Church presents their Christ- concerts are appropriate for all Christmas Eve Services, Tuesday, special season! For additional mas musical, “The Jesus Gift,” ages. For more information, December 24 at 4:00 and 6:00 pm information, please contact the on Saturday, December 14, please call 642-2200 or visit Christmas Day Service church at 230-2955. Deermeadows.org. 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, Decem- Wednesday, December 25 at 10:00 am ber 15, at 8:15 a.m. and 11:00 The Switzerland Commu- a.m. at the church, located at A Blue Christmas service Baymeadows Location nity Church Choir and Swit- 11270 San Jose Boulevard. will be held at 6:30 p.m. on 7860 Southside Blvd 32256 zerland Dance Company will December 17 at Mandarin Christmas Eve Services, Tuesday, present a Christmas cantata, Freedom Christian Fellow- United Methodist Church, December 24 at 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 pm “My Christmas Wish,” at the ship invites the community to located at 11270 San Jose Bou- Christmas Day Service, Wednesday, church on Saturday, Decem- “CHRISTmas Alive” on Friday, levard. This service will be es- ber 14 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday evenings, pecially for those for whom the December 25 at 11:00 am Refreshments will be served af- December 13 through 15 from Christmas season is a reminder ZZZVRWZMD[FRP terward in the Café. Coff ee and 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. for of loss or diffi cult times. pastries will be served prior to a dramatic, fun and unforget- the 11:00 a.m. encore program table Christmas journey for the on December 15. The commu- whole family! Experience this Youth scavenger hunt nets 500 pounds of food nity is invited! For additional free 30 minute outdoor, guided By Contributing Writer Teri Batchelor information, please contact the walking tour to “Bethlehem.” church at 287-0330. Freedom Christian Fellowship On Sunday, November 17, is located at 3423 Loretto Road 20 youth ages three to 17 gath- The COA Memory En- in Mandarin. ered at Geneva Presbyterian hancement Program is cur- Church for a food scavenger rently in several locations in Deermeadows Baptist hunt. The youth were placed St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Church presents its annual into fi ve teams and adults and has now expanding to concert, “Carols by Candle- drove the teams to various Fruit Cove Baptist Church. COA light,” on December 15 and neighborhoods throughout the Memory Enhancement is a 16, at 7:00 p.m. nightly. The St. Johns community to collect therapeutic, dynamic program concerts feature the church’s non-perishable food items. for individuals with memory 120 member choir and orches- The teams challenged each changes or impairments. The tra, soloists, dancers and more other to a contest as to which program takes place in a fa- in the beautiful Deermeadows team could collect the most cilitated and supportive group sanctuary at 9780 Baymead- food in one hour. In the end, setting and includes a wide ows Road (under the steeple over 500 pounds of food was variety of activities designed to collected. Prizes were given Geneva’s “Share the Harvest” County to be distributed to to the team that collected program which is sponsored needy families in the area so the most food. Following the by our Presbyterian Women that they can celebrate Thanks- counting and weighing of all group. Over 50 bags of food giving. the food collected, all of the were put together along with It is Geneva’s prayer that teams and their family mem- a $20 Publix gift card to go through the generosity of our bers celebrated the event with toward the purchase of perish- congregation and neighbor- a delicious spaghetti dinner able items needed to complete ing community, we can spread and time of fellowship. Thanksgiving meals. The bags God’s love and that these bags All of the food collected were picked up by the Family will be a blessing to St. Johns will be used to supplement Integrity Program of St. Johns County families. Women, matzah ball soup and latkes What do matzah ball soup dirty and have a great time. For information about this 3TATE2D 3WITZERLAND &,s and latkes have in common? “This new program devel- program or any other Jewish Jewish Moms of St. Johns gath- oped by women of the Center program, please call Chabad St. ered together to share their tips for Jewish Life at Chabad of St. Johns County at 701-4422 or and variations of the traditional Johns County presents an excit- email Info@JewishSJohnsCoun- chicken soup and matzah ball ing opportunity to meet and ty.com. For upcoming events, at a Kosher Klassics class. Just enjoy an evening with Jewish please visit www.JewishSJohn- recently, we had a latke cook- women in your area,” says Dina sCounty.com. off in honor of “Thanksgivu- Sharfstein, director of the St. kah,” the historic convergence Johns Jewish Women’s Circle. Geneva Presbyterian Church PCUSA of Thanksgiving and Chanukah. St. Johns Jewish Women’s Butternut squash and sweet po- Circle brings together women 6XQGD\6FKRROIRUDOODJHVDP tato latkes and doughnuts were with divergent points of view, Invite 5HY-RH$OEULJKW 6WDWHG3XOSLW6XSSO\ 6XQGD\:RUVKLSDP on the menu. backgrounds and affi liations in the community 1XUVHU\$YDLODEOH Kosher Klassics is a woman atmosphere of friendship. en’s cooking class where woman They join together to have a to your “Trusting God, Nourishing People, Encouraging All in a Christ-Centered Walk” can discover the tradition be- good time, to explore Jewish House of Worship hind some very popular kosher themes and to work together to 3TATE2OADs3T*OHNS &, dishes, perfect their cooking create and enhance community [email protected] WWWGENEVAPRESBYTERIANORGs skills, roll up their sleeves, get projects. Everyone is welcome.

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CHS Sports Roundup On November 13, 2013, Bar- By Kassie Solms, CHS Student tram Trail High School senior and year-round Julington Creek The Creekside Knights were play! Junior varsity games are Loggerhead swimmer Julianna on quite the winning streak at played at 5:30 p.m., right before Pettinger signed to swim for the end of last month as the varsity games. the Florida International Uni- swim team and cross country After almost two months versity Panthers of North Mi- ami. She is receiving a four-year girls’ team along with Cash of hardcore training, the boys’ Tampa from the boys’ team academic scholarship. Pettinger wrestling team is in full motion. specializes in backstroke and headed off to state competi- This month they have a match tion. The girls’ cross country sprint freestyle and is a strong at the Westside Kiwanis Christ- butterfl yer. Pettinger placed team placed fourth at states. The mas Invitational on December swim team got seventh out of fi fth in the 100 yard backstroke 13 and on December 18, a dual and ninth in the 100 yard 45 teams, with Meghan Haila match including junior varsity butterfl y at the Class 3A High taking home the state title for and varsity against Fletcher. School Swimming State Cham- the second year in a row, fol- Good luck to all of our wrestlers pionships in Stuart on November 15 and holds the 2013 Bartram Trail swimming records for both lowed closely behind by Dani as they work their way to the events. In addition, she is a junior national qualifi er in the 100 yard backstroke. Pettinger is coached Gordon, who placed second in Clay Rotary tournament next by Bartram High School Coach Gina Aguilar and year-round by Loggerhead Coach Mark Corley. the same event. The girls’ med- month on January 3 and 4. ley team took home third place. The girls’ basketball team The boys’ swim team is the plays their big game against regional runner up champion Bartram Trail on December 13 this year. Nease Sports Roundup at home! Come out and sup- By Elena Castello, Nease Student Both the boys’ and girls’ port the girls’ team as they play. soccer teams have so far been Junior varsity starts at 6:30 Cold weather brings new wald, Ben Koros and Jane Wad- which is the best they’ve done very successful. The boys take p.m. and varsity at 7:30 p.m. So sports to Nease and an end to hams went to state for their in years. Senior Karen Xiang on Fleming Island on Decem- far the girls have a 3-1 win- football, swimming and cross individual events. Koros and placed third in the state. ber 11 at Fleming Island. Their ning streak. The boys’ team also country. Wadhams also set new school Boys’ and girls’ soccer next home game will be against plays Bartram on December 13 Football ended and though records. There are a whopping teams are starting their train- Fernandina Beach at 7:20 p.m. at Bartram. On December 26, not on a victory, the students eight seniors leaving the team ing and games, and the Jungle on December 18. The girls the boys’ team will be compet- are very proud of the Panthers. this year. continues to promote spirit— play Mandarin High School on ing in the Shorecrest holiday With the new FanZone Experi- Kelli Herrin, team captain, and pack the stadium. The December 19 at home. Come tournament. ence and the Jungle, spirit was said, “My only regret is how same goes for basketball, which out and cheer on the boys’ and It’s a good time to be a in the air and the energy was quickly the season went by!” has been very popular for the girls’ teams—the louder our Knight! Let’s continue to bring high. Many students, including She nostalgically adds, “Every- students, with the boys’ recent stadiums the harder our players Knight time this winter season. the band, dancers and cheer- body had fun. The swim team victory over Fletcher. leaders, dedicated their Friday is a family.” The cross country Weightlifting is also start- In print or online nights to the games. girls were runner-up district ing, as well as baseball, so lots The swim team did an out- champions and placed third in of victories are seen in the The CreekLine standing job this year. Every- the region, beating Creekside Nease Panthers’ future! Come one dropped time throughout (a long-term goal they’d had). out to the stands, bleachers or is YOUR the course of the season and At state, the girls placed sixth, fi eld and support our sports! two boys’ relays and one girls’ Community Newspaper! relay went to state. John Os- Happy Holidays from the Fruit Cove Middle School PTO! JCP CARES 2013 BTHS Sports Roundup By Megan Grant, BTHS Student As winter break approaches, “We have incredible poten- Benefitting St. Johns County athletes are eager to end 2013 tial as a team and I can’t wait with a bang! Basketball is at to see how this year unfolds,” its peak as both the boys’ and exclaimed Madison French, a girls’ teams get ready to face the senior and four-year varsity Creekside Knights on December player for the Bears. DONATIONS WILL BENEFIT THE GIVING TREE LOCATIONS 13. The boys will play at home, Sarah Ragland, also a senior FOLLOWING ST. JOHNS COUNTY CHARITIES while the girls take on the rival and four-year varsity player, team of black and red at their adds, “Everyone has been work- Alpha Omega Miracle Home JULINGTON CREEK Bank of America gym. ing super hard in the off -season Betty Griffin House Bartram Trail Branch Library With the boys’ basketball and we want nothing more than Big Brothers & Big Sisters BBVA Compass Bank team having graduated their a state championship title.” Boys & Girls Club of St. Augustine Capelli Salon recognized “player of the year” Every year, Ben Windle, Camp I Am Special Champions Golf Club Tyler Irish, they return four teacher and girls’ basketball Career Navigators Program - FCTI Great Clips other starters this season. coach at Bartram, organizes JCP Recreational Facility Celebration Lutheran Food Pantry “I think we have the capa- a “Silent Night” game. 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Senior Logger- Ethan Chestang, Carter Flotilla 14-7, held November been a member since Septem- head swimmers did an awe- Strickland, Eleanor Pollitt, 7 at the St. Augustine Yacht ber 2012, steps into the posi- some job competing for their John Brennock, Julianna Club, Flotilla Vice Commander tion to be vacated by Parsons, high schools at the FHSAA 3A Pettinger, Ben Koros, Lauren Steve Parsons was elected who served two one-year Regional Championship Meet at Johnson, Jennifer Brennock, unanimously as Flotilla Com- terms as Vice Commander of Cecil Field in Jacksonville and Parker Von Stein, Lauren mander and Flotilla Staff Flotilla 14-7, 2012 and 2013, at the 3A State Championship Trummel, Zach Burke and Offi cer for Communication and had served two prior terms meet in Stuart, Florida, while Dani Gordon who placed sec- Services Robert Mark Ellins as a Flotilla Commander in Loggerheads of all ages traveled ond in the girls 100 breast- was also elected unanimously 1997 and 1998 in a Flotilla in to Altamonte Springs for the Pa- stroke! as Flotilla Vice Commander, Coast Guard Auxiliary District triot Aquatics Short Course Fall Despite the steady down- Invitational. 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At the Florida High School JCLA’s Raymond Prosinski took Watch for more Loggerhead suc- JCP CARES holds sixth Athletic Association 3A State home the High Point Winner cess in the months to come and annual food drive Championship meet, JCLA had trophy for eight-year-old boys. as always…Go Loggerheads! By Contributing Writer Meg Balke, JCP CARES VyStar Credit Union, The Where Compassion Meets Innovation! CreekLine, Pinch-A-Penny, The UPS Store, The Champi- ons Golf Club and Julington Creek Chiropractic and Well- ness Center. Most volunteers for this project are local students needing service hours for school. This project provides them a hands-on way to see what a diff erence their time and eff ort can make in the community where they live. These volunteers donated more than 250 service hours to this project. Many other volunteers deserve a big “thank you,” Many helpers contributed to the including Marzieh and success of the food drive! 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Congratulations to the Junior Minors Giants who won nine in a row to take the championship at Mill Creek Little League after starting The CreekLine the season at 0-3. Pictured are coaches Gary Sprinkle, John Shields and Dave Swiegard, along with Evan Hamel, Ethan Carr, Kaden For all your community news! Jenkins, Wyatt McCann, Kaleb Harris, Desmond James, Landon Sauer, Preston Shields, Jacob Swiegard and Patrick Sprinkle. Not pictured Martie Thompson, Editor is Aidan Hoffmann. Many thanks to Dugout Mom, Corinne Hamel; [email protected] Scorekeeper, Max Hamel; and Kid Whisperer, Glenn Hoffmann. CHS swimmers and divers make quite a splash this season By Contributing Writer Debby McKernan. CHS Athletic Booster Club girls earned second at the 3A FHSAA District 3 Meet, repeat- ing 2012’s results. Team records were also broken and many Start off other team members swam personal bests and fi nished the New Year high enough in the rankings to qualify to advance to the with a BANG! regional level. Divers Josh Art and Griffi n Reilly qualifi ed to Advertise with compete at the regional level. After another successful day for The CreekLine! Creekside, the results from their 3A Region 1 meet made history for the Knights as the boys Call 904-886-4919 placed second and the girls for more information! placed fourth—thus taking their success to a new level. Armed and ready for battle, 24 Knights qualifi ed to com- The Creekside Knights swim high school swim and dive CHS participated in the 38th pete at the FHSAA 3A State and dive team, under the direc- competition. FSPA Invitational Meet, a two- Championship meet, the largest tion of Head Coach Tracy Reed, This season they suc- day competition in Stuart with representation by Creekside Coach Kevin Davenport and cessfully participated in local over 80 Florida high schools in the school’s history. Eight Coach Jim Moore, has had an dual meets. They had a strong participating. Many CHS swim- swimmers qualifi ed for indi- amazing 2013 season. In just presence at the Bolles Invita- mers swam individual bests and vidual events and each of the six short seasons the Knights tional meet and earned the title several broke team records. six relay teams also moved have proven to be serious con- of 2013 Ancient City Relay The Knights’ Boys won onto the state competition. tenders at all levels of Florida Champs. 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Corporal Diana Bryant at 810-6694 give your home a fresh start in the Bartram Trail High School swimming splashdown new year! By Contributing Writer Teena Burchianti Bartram Trail High School seventh. swimmers ended their season The Class 3A State Swim- tMJHIUJOH with a big splash. The swimming Championships were ming wrap-up began with held on November 15 in Stu- tøPPSJOH districts on October 31 at Cecil art, Florida. Thirteen of the 17 tQBJOUTFMFDUJPO Aquatic Center in Jacksonville. regional swimmers advanced for The girls’ team placed fourth the Bears. tGVSOJUVSF and the boys placed third. Bartram girls swimming BSSBOHFNFOU The Bears revealed their state results: 200 yard Individ- team depth as 17 of their 39 ual Medley Relay – Rhiannon swimmers advanced to regionals O’Donohoe, Jennifer Brennock, GBTU BòPSEBCMF on November 7, again at Cecil Alexis McIntosh and Randi Aquatic Center. Their regional Aguilar, 14th with 2:01.38. 200 team was comprised of seniors yard Freestyle Relay – Cortney Julianna Pettinger, Parker Von McIntosh, Hannah Moring, Stein, Cameron Von Stein and Aguilar and Brennock, 15th Bartram Trail state swimming team John Brennock; juniors Randi with 1:45.1. Senior Julianna Aguilar, Cortney McIntosh, Kel- Pettinger took fi fth in the 100 nock, eighth with 1:40.21. 200 yard freestyle with 21.23 and ly Murray, Harrison Howerton, yard backstroke with 58.49 and yard Freestyle Relay – Daniel fourth in the 100 yard freestyle Jordan Vanden Heuvel and Dan- ninth in the 100 yard butterfl y Leahy, Moberg, Vance Buttle- with 47.66. Junior Howerton ny Leahy; sophomores Hannah with 58.78. Freshman Brennock man and Jordan Vanden Heuvel, placed 12th in the 100 yard but- Moring, Rhiannnon O’Donohoe, placed 18th in the 100yd breast- 16th with 1:37.5. Senior Von terfl y with a 53.54 and third in Lukas Moberg, Lukas Burchi- stroke with a 1:10.49. Stein placed 22nd in the 200 the 100 yard backstroke with a anti and Vance Buttleman; and Bartram boys swimming yard Individual Medley with 52.44. freshmen Jennifer Brennock state results: 200 yard Indi- 2:03.67 and 19th in the 100 Great 2013 swims produced and Alexis McIntosh. The girls’ vidual Medley Relay – Harrison yd breaststroke, swimming a two girls’ and seven boys’ new regional team placed ninth and Howerton, Parker Von Stein, 1:02.26. Senior Brennock made Bartram swimming records, the boys’ regional team placed Lukas Moberg and John Bren- a splash taking fi fth in the 50 most achieved during the state preliminary round. Pettinger broke the 2007 record of Megan Fonteno in the 100 yard butterfl y with 58.48. Pettinger also broke her own 2012 record in the 100 yard backstroke with team because it is a supporting 57.9. Boys’ 200 yard Medley and accepting group more like Relay of Howerton, Von Stein, a family. She will enter college Moberg and Brennock broke the with the hopes of becoming a 2012 record with 1:39.43. The physician. Pettinger wanted to 200 yard freestyle relay team of establish herself as a great cap- Brennock, Leahy, Moberg and tain and to have her best swim Howerton took down the 2012 season. Pettinger loves the team record with 1:30.82. Von Stein and hopes that anyone looking broke the 2006 record of Barrett to start swimming should, as Mark in the 200 yard Individual it is a great family experience. Medley with 2:01.51. Bren- She plans to swim in college nock broke his own 2012 record and then hopefully will go on in the 50 yard freestyle with to graduate school. She added 21.21. Brennock also claimed that swimming taught her about the 2012 record of Howerton hard work, dedication and the follow the river for the 100 yard freestyle with importance of team spirit. to one of St. Johns County’s most thriving 46.62. Howerton broke the 2012 communities—RiverTown. A community featuring traditional, Southern architecture 100 yard butterfl y record from with front porches that encourage residents to become neighbors. Numerous sidewalks and trails Will Pettinger with 52.76 and connect residents to the outdoors and the community’s most valuable asset, the river. his own 2012 record in the 100 yard backstroke with 51.73. Come see the model home that’s open seven days a week and inventory homes that are available The swimming team thanks for quick move in. Why wait? See why homeowners choose to… girls’ captains Julianna Pet- tinger and Katie Brittain and boys’ captains John Brennock CLICK : RiverTownFlorida.com VISIT : 39 Riverwalk Blvd., St. Johns : Model Home Open Daily : Follow the Signs and Parker Von Stein for a great 2013 season. Brittain’s goal this RIVERFRONT PARK ~ FISHING PIER ~ TRAILS ~ LAP & FAMILY POOLS ~ PLAYGROUNDS ~ CLUBHOUSE ~ TENNIS COURTS season was to make everyone Thank you for reading feel like a part of the team and to drop her times; she wanted to The CreekLine! end the season with a bang and had too many good memories Best wishes to name one. Brittain proved to from our family © The St. Joe Company 2013 All Rights Reserved. “JOE®”, “St. Joe®”, “St. Joe (and the Taking Flight design)®”, the “Taking Flight” design®, “RiverTown®”and “Follow the her team that a positive atti- River Home®” are registered service marks of The St. Joe Company or its affiliates. This material represents development concepts and architectural and other design concepts being considered at the time it was produced. This information is subject to revisions and modifications without notice. 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