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‘Wicked’ is brought to us by FCCJ visual arts Artist Series. ‘Wicked’ will be at the home page 28 art events Times-Union Center April 23rd though page 14 inspired by... page 29 the handshake art show May 10th. Tickets on sale now! See page 15 netscapades page 7 for details. page 15 starting a springtime garden music page 30 harvest of hope life pages 31-35 music events eu staff page 15 estrogen warrior page 37 st. augustine amphitheatre page 29 cystic fi brosis fashion fundraiser managing director Shelley Henley movies

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eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 3 2009 spring performing arts guide theatre Alhambra Plaids, a 1950s “guy” group looking for 12000 Beach Blvd. 641-1212, their big break but driving to their fi rst big alhambradinnertheatre.com gig, they’re hit by a bus and killed. Due to divine intervention, the group is able to February 1- 15 A Closer Walk with Patsy return to Earth for one show, allowing them Cline Starring Gail Bliss. The show docu- to tell the stories of their lives and perform ments Patsy’s career from the time she some of the greatest hits of the 1950s. was 14 years old until her untimely death at 30 in a plane crash in Camden, Tennessee. Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre February 18- April 5 Singing in the Rain 716 Ocean Blvd. Atlantic Beach If you know and love the movie, you’ll love 249-7177, abettheatre.com this stage musical adaptation. It has ev- erything the movie has plus extra songs by February 27- March 14 Forrest You, the Gershwin, Mercer and Cole Porter. audience will choose the verdict as Ameri- can Civil War soldier Nathan Bedford For- April 8- May 31 The original WICKED Footloose rest stands trial for war crimes. Forrest will April 23- May 10 movie wasn’t musical, but this adaptation undergo withering cross-examination and is. The plot revolves around the new kid then must abide by your verdict. Original Douglas Anderson School of the FCCJ Artist Series in a stuffy town who just feels like he’s play by a Jacksonville playwright. gotta dance! The only trouble is dancing is Arts Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water 2445 San Diego Rd. St. (unless otherwise noted) outlawed. April 3- 11 One of Eugene Hughie 346-5620 ext. 122, da-arts.org 632-3373, artistseries.fccj.org O’Neill’s last works. Originally intended as June 3- July 26 Annie lives in an Annie part of a series of short plays, but became February 19- 21 at 7:30 February 13- 22 orphanage but yearns to fi nd her long-lost The Diary of Menopause, The Musi- the lone survivor when O’Neill mysteriously Anne Frank’s diary is one of Four women survive memory loss, hot parents and escape. Her luck changes Anne Frank cal destroyed the others. the most haunting stories we have in our fl ashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too when she is befriended by the billionaire shared human experience. A testament to much sex and more! This musical is set to businessman, Daddy Warbucks. But the May 15- 30 The Exact Center of the Uni- the human spirit, it illuminates Anne Frank’s classic baby-boomer song parodies. evil Miss Hannigan, her devious brother verse Vada Love Powell delights in scar- enduring belief in hope and love during one Rooster and his moll Lily are determined to ing off prospective brides for her beloved of the darkest moments in history. February 11 at 10 am & 7:30 pm Oli- spoil the fun. son, Apple. She, of course, is completely ver! Hailed the world over as one of the surprised when Apple returns with his shy April 18 at 7:30 pm This best-loved family musicals of all time, July 29- August 30 Kiss Me, Kate Forever Plaid new bride, who astounds even Vada with Cole Porter classic directed by Lee Beger, Oliver brings to the stage some of Charles Sparky, Jinx, Smudge and Frankie are The her love for him. Ph.D. » continues on page 5 »

4 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly February 26- March 1 A factory that April 17- May 10 A young man GIRLS NIGHT THE MUSICAL R.U.R. Shipwrecked! May 26 - 31 makes realistic, free-thinking robots becomes the escapes his dull life for adventures that are spell- birthplace and home-base for a group of ‘bots who binding: a pearl hunting expedition, a catastrophic plot a rebellion against humanity. storm on the Coral Sea, searching for gold in New Guinea, being lost at sea and more. June 18- 21 The Trojan Women The Euripides comedy in which Trojan women withold sex in ex- June 5-28 The Great American Trailer Park Musi- change for peace. cal The fi ctional neighborhood of Armadillo Acres, North Florida’s most exclusive manufactured hous- Florida Theatre ing community, is about to get a new resident: 128 E. Forsyth St. Pippi, a stripper on the run from her ex. The play is 355-2787 or 353-3309 set in our own neighboring municipality of Starke. floridatheatre.com Independent Artists February 27- 28 at 8 pm J.D. Lawrence Presents Beach Front Resort, 300 A1A Beach Blvd. The Clean Up Woman J.D. Lawrence brings out St. Augustine 794-7455 all the bells and whistles in this witty, fast-paced Dramedy that will have you rolling in the aisle. February 14 at 2 & 7:30 pm and February 15 at Starring Lawrence, Thelma Hopkins, Christopher 2 pm Love Letters In less than two hours, the Williams, Jackee’ Harry and comedian George story of a couple’s entire relationship unfolds from Willborn. what is written- and what is left unsaid- as they read their correspondence shared throughout their March 31 at 8 pm L.A. Theatre Works Presents separate lives. War of the Worlds and The Lost World Join L.A. Theatre Works, America’s premiere radio theatre Jacksonville University company, for a special back-to-back double bill Dicken’s most unforgettable characters along with the future on a wild and hilarious karaoke night out. 2800 University Blvd. N. 256-7345, ju.edu of chills, thrills and great literature as they present one of Broadway’s most memorable scores. Wilson Center for the Arts these masterpieces of science fi ction and adven- Feb. 14 - 15 Vagina Monologues Celebrate V- ture. Day’s 11th Anniversary, raise awareness and envi- February 24- March 1 This new Happy Days FCCJ Wilson Center sion a world without violence against women at this musical reintroduces one of America’s best loved FCCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd. Hippodrome special presentation of the Vagina Monologues. families, the Cunninghams, and the days of 1959 646-2222, fccj.edu/campuses/south/wil- Milwaukee complete with varsity sweaters, hula 25 SE 2nd Pl. Gainesville son/events.html April 2- 5 hoops and jukebox sock-hoppin’. (352) 375-4477, thehipp.org Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morn- In this comedy, Constance Ledbelly, April 16- 26 Disillusioned by a child- ing Juliet) Holy Ghosts February 27- March 22 Sarah Ruhl an English literature professor, goes on a subcon- March 6- 8 The less marriage punctuated by beatings and drunk- Eurydice Gilligan’s Island the Musical reinvents the fantastic and hallucinatory myth of scious journey of self-discovery. She theorizes most famous three hour tour of all comes to the enly ineffectual lovemaking, a young woman leaves Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine, Eurydice. that Shakespeare’s tragidies and stage in the Spring. Come see your favorite televi- home with her husband’s furniture, possessions Othello Romeo & Eurydice journeys through the jaws of death into were originally comedies, and believes that sion characters of old brought to life in this new and pickup truck to join a group of Pentecostal Juliet the Underworld where she reunites with her father ideas for the plays originate from the indecipherable musical. Wilson Center for the Arts Christians. who teaches her about love, loss and the pleasures Gustav Manuscript. and pains of memory. March 24- 29 Fiddler on the Roof The Tony Flagler College Auditorium continues on page 6 Award winning musical embarks on its National 14 Granada St. St. Augustine » » Tour. In what is a huge theatrical feat, audiences 826-8600, flagler.edu/theatre will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the original Tevye, Chaim Topol, perform the role that February 27- 28 & March 1,6,7,8 The Good Per- made him legendary. son of Sezuan The play follows a young prostitute as she struggles to lead a life that is “good,” with- April 23- May 10 Wicked Long before that girl out allowing herself to be abused and trod upon by from Kansas arrived in Munchkinland, two girls met those who would accept and, more often than not, in the Land of Oz. One- born with emerald green abuse her goodness. skin- is smart, fi ery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. See how April 3- 5 Enchanted Sleeping Beauty The April these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the 4 performance of this children’s musical will be West and Glinda the Good Witch. followed by a tea party (call for reservations: 819- 6217). May 26- 31 Girls Night the Musical A touching and hilarious ‘tell-it-like-it-is’ look at the lives of a Florida School of the Arts group of female friends. Follow fi ve ladies as they 5001 St. Johns Ave. Palatka re-live their past, celebrate their present and look to (386) 312-4300, floarts.org

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eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 5 Jacksonville’s Gathering Dinner Theatre February 14 at 8 pm Goin’ to the Chapel Bubba 11570 San Jose Blvd. 638-8412 or (888) and Velma are starting their new life together on 467-1290, jacksonvilledinnertheatre.com Valentine’s Day… but will they even survive their own wedding? From the moment you enter the February 12- 14 at 5:30 pm The Fantasticks In room, you are thrown into one if the craziest wed- this classic musical, two fathers put up a wall be- dings you will ever attend. tween their houses to ensure that their children fall in love, because they know that children always do March 15, April 19, & May 17 at 6 pm Death what their parents forbid. After the children do fall Plays the Market When Alouicious Snee has to tell in love, they discover their fathers’ plot and each go his investors they are fl at broke, the market isn’t the off and experience things in the world. only thing that crashes in this fun-fi lled interactive murder mystery. Limelight 11 Old Mission Ave. St. Augustine June 21, July 19, & August 16 at 6 pm Murder 825-1164 or (866) 682-6400, Hits a High Note Homicide detective Carol Barken- limelight-theatre.org hoffer agrees to help chaperone the prom for the high school where her boyfriend teaches. But when February 20- March 8 Intimate Apparel Some the Principal drops dead it’s up to Carol to fi nd out dreams never die -- that is the underlying message who planned a “perfect pitch” murder. behind this “intimate” drama, focused on lost love, determination, delusion and compassion. Orange Park Community Theatre 2900 Moody Ave. Orange Park March 12- April 15 The Miracle Worker William 276-2599, opct.org Gibson spins the tale of Helen Keller, cut off from the world through deafness and blindness, and Anne March 6- 28 Picnic This Pulitzer Prize-winning Sullivan, the woman who yearns to set her free. drama takes place on Labor Day weekend in the joint backyards of two middle aged widows. When May 8 - May 31 The Tempest Shakespeare’s a stranger comes to town, the locals are upset by romance mixes magic, betrayal, attempted murder, the changes he brings about in their social setting. fairies and monsters on a castaway island. June 5- 27 The Producers The most extraordinary Murder Mystery Theatre musical you have ever seen for the fi rst time off Dave and Buster’s Restaurant, 7025 Broadway in Florida. Two money-hungry producers Salisbury Rd. 296-1525 (reservations re- fi nance a “loser” that unexpectedly becomes the quired), mysteryplayers.com season’s biggest winner. hello dolly & happily red Theatre Jacksonville

Join Cupid on Valentine’s Day as Theatre Jacksonville presents Broadway legends Pamela Myers and Harvey Evans in a full concert version of Hello, Dolly! sponsored by Pacer International. In a rare, unforgettable evening they will share the stage with some of Jacksonville’s fi nest actors, singers and musicians in one of the best loved American musicals of all time. Dolly Levi is a meddlesome widow who strives to bring romance to several couples and herself in a big city restaurant. Through mis-steps and romance malfunctions Dolly manages to be matchmaker to a pair of hapless young men and two delightful bookstore owners. Hello, Dolly! was fi rst produced on Broadway by David Merrick in 1964, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical and nine other Tonys. The show has become one of the most enduring musical theatre hits, enjoying three Broadway revivals and international success. It was also made into a 1969 hit fi lm. Don’t miss your chance for a delightful evening of song and romance. Valentine’s Day comes but once a year, but you’ll be humming these tunes for weeks to come. Theatre Jacksonville is the place to be February 14 for a unique Valentine’s Day fete you won’t want to miss! Tickets are on sale now! Call the box offi ce at 396-4425.

6 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly casting a spell

Wicked tickets draw a crowd by kellie abrahamson

When the sun came up on January 16th Downtown Jacksonville was in the low 30s with no sign of it warming up. But the frosty weather could not keep area theatre lovers away from the Times-Union Center to pick up their tickets for the Broadway smash Wicked. By the time tickets went on sale at 8 am nearly a hundred people had gathered, many of whom had been in line hours before to ensure they got their seats. You can’t blame these fans for being anx- ious to get their hands on the coveted tickets. The Tony-winning musical has been selling out venues across the country; in some cities an entire four-week engagement sold out in less than 7 hours. Thanks to mentions on hit shows like Ugly Bettyy and Brothers & Sisters, the production has continued to grow in popularity. Gregory Maguire, who penned the novel this musical is based on, recently released the third book in the Wickedd series, further thrusting the stage show into the spotlight. Wickedd tells the story of Elphaba Thorp, a girl born with green skin who most people will come to know as the Wicked Witch of the West. But before the fl ying monkeys and ruby slippers, Elphaba was just a misunderstood girl who grew up being discriminated against for the color of her skin. When she heads to college she meets her new roommate Glinda, a popular girl who thinks being friends with someone as odd as Elphaba could be disastrous for her reputation. As time goes on, though, the relationship between the two very different women solidifi es into a friendship that is later tested by Elphaba’s rebellion against the Wizard of Oz and her subsequent fall from grace. First Coast Wickedd fans began lining up outside the Time-Union Center as early as 5:30 in the morning, armed with heavy coats and blankets to keep the cold at bay. When the doors fi nally opened, these early risers were rewarded with not only tickets to the most anticipated show of the season, but also hot coffee and breakfast courtesy of radio sta- tions WAPE 95.1 and WMXQ 102.9 The Point. The fi rst 95 fans also received a Wicked baseball hat, which they wore with pride while waiting to buy their ticket to Oz. You might have missed this event, but you still have time to get your hands on Wick- ed tickets. The musical will be at the Times-Union Center’s Moran Theater from April 23rd to May 10th. Seats start at $30, plus applicable service charge and facility usage fees. For more information or to purchase your seat to this magical musical, visit the FCCJ Artist Series website, artistseries.fccj.org, or call 632-3373.

Players by the Sea doll in a dark apartment, but get more than they 106 Sixth St. Jacksonville Beach bargained for when the blind resident returns home 249-0289, playersbythesea.org and begins to suspect something isn’t right.

March 6- 21 Fuddy Meers This poignant and April 24 - May 9 Playing Juliet / Casting Othello brutal new comedy traces one woman’s attempt to The multi-ethnic acting company New Vistas The- regain her memory while surrounded by a curio- ater deals with race and relationships while rehears- cabinet of alarmingly bizarre characters. ing two of the Bard’s most famous works.

April 17- May 2 The Price Arthur Miller’s deeply Thrasher-Horne Center moving play explores the relationship of two long- 283 College Dr. Orange Park estranged brothers who meet after many years to 276-6750, thcenter.org dispose of their late father’s belongings. May 7- 9 at 7:30 pm Southern Stories This col- June 5-27 Urinetown Set in a Gotham-like city lection of stories by Harriet Beecher Stowe, Eugenia overwrought by ecological disaster, Urinetown: Price, Tennessee Williams and others will take you The Musicall is a tale of greed, corruption, love and down the 19th century St. Johns River, through the revolution in a time when water is worth its very streets of the French Quarter and into a sleepy Mis- weight in gold. sissippi town.

Theatre Jacksonville University of North Florida Fine Arts 2032 San Marco Blvd. UNF Fine Arts Center, 1 UNF Dr. 396-4425, theatrejax.com 620-2878, unf.edu/fineartscenter

February 14 at 8 pm Happily Red 2009: Hello, February 6 at 7:30 pm The Aquila Theatre Com- Dolly! In Concert Instead of the usual cabaret pany- The Comedy of Errors Two pairs of twins are format, this year’s Theatre Jax benefi t is a concert separated by a devastating shipwreck and mistaken version of Hello, Dolly! complete with two special identity, assumed personas, hilarious machinations guest stars: Broadway legends Pamela Myers and and whimsical family ties soon follow. Pre-show talk Harvey Evans! with actors 6:30 pm.

March 13 – 28 Wait Until Dark Three sinister con men embark on a mission to fi nd a very valuable » continues on page 8 » eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 7 classical, chamber music & more

Beaches Fine Arts February 20 at 11 am & 7:30 pm The Ritz Cham- St. Paul’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church, ber Music Players Currently in their 7th year, 1150 Fifth St. N., Jacksonville Beach founder Terrance Patterson and his company of (unless otherwise noted) beaches- local musicians will showcase their talents during finearts.org these concerts.

FLORIDA BALLET 30TH ANNIVERSARY February 13 at 7:30 pm Alon Goldstein -The Love March 6 at 11 am & 7:30 pm Sarah Jane Dion SPECTRUM GALA, March 14 Triangle Alon Goldstein is one of the most re- Jazz pianist Sarah Jan Dion performs. spected young pianists on the international scene. He will be performing music by Brahms, Clara and March 20 at 11 am & 7:30 pm Milena Pajaro- Robert Schumann and readings from their letters. Van de Stadt Violist Milena Pajaro-Van de Stadt performs with Adrian (cello), Stefan (guitar) and March 8 at 3:30 pm Richard Stoltzman and Flavia Pajaro-van de Stadt (violin). The group will the FSU Jazz Ensemble Clarinetist Richard be assisted by Christine Clark (piano) and Anne Stoltzman’s virtuosity, musicianship and sheer McKennon (fl ute). personal magnetism have made him one of today’s dance most sought-after concert artists. UNF Fine Arts April 3 at 11 am & 7:30 pm J.S. Bach’s Coffee Dance Alive Gainesville Ritz Theatre Center Cantata and the Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 Phillips Center for Performing Arts, 829 N. Davis St. Staged in English, Rhonda Tinnin, Pablo Pomales- 311 Hull Rd. Gainesville 632-5555, ritzlavilla.com Cummer Concert Music Series Ojeda and Jim Goodell with the Mary L’Engle En- (352) 371-2986, dancealive.org Cummer Museum,829 Riverside Ave. semble return for this encore performance. February 21 at 8 pm Cleo Parker Rob- 899-6010, cummer.org March 20 at 7:30 pm Danscape Upcom- inson Dance Ensemble Cleo Parker April 17 at 11 am & 7:30 pm Eppes String Quar- ing dancers and choreographers performing Robinson Dance Ensemble is a national February 22 at 3 pm Andrés Díaz Cellist Andrés tet This string quartet is comprised of Rang Hee beautiful works created by choreographer- dance company that has earned national Díaz has exhilarated both critics and audiences with Kim (violin), Kim Hain (violin), Annabelle Terbetski in-residence Judy Skinner, choreographer prominence and brings discriminating audi- his intense and charismatic performances. The (viola) and Katie Geeseman (cello). George Balanchine and Artistic Director ences to their feet with their skilled, graceful young virtuoso is a sought-after recitalist after win- Kim Tuttle. dancers. ning the Naumburg International Cello Competition. April 25 at 8 am to 4 pm College Music Scholar- ship Competition See talented musicians compete FCCJ Artist Series Thrasher-Horne Center Flagler College Auditorium for this coveted scholarship. Venues vary, see individual listings 283 College Dr. Orange Park 14 Granda St. St. Augustine 632-3373, artistseries.fccj.org 276-6750, thcenter.org 797-2800 May 1 at 11 am The Phinthropic Concert The Friday Musicale Chorus and the winners of the February 10 at 7:30 pm American Ballet February 27 at 7:30 pm The Sleeping February 14 at 8 pm Romantic Piano Thomas Scholarship Competition come together for a good Theatre II Young dancers are handpicked Beauty With an incredible musical score Pandofi This young pianist’s career has already cause during this annual concert. from around the world by the artistic staff by Tchaikovsky, this beautiful story, based included performances with such European or- of American Ballet Theatre. ABT II danc- on the classic fairy tale, depicts the beauti- chestras as The George Enescu Philharmonic, The May 15 at 11 am & 7:30 pm Victor Goldberg The ers will train in the program for one or ful Princess Aurora, her 100-year sleep, the Moravian Philharmonic and the National Philhar- Russian-born Israeli piano virtuoso performs dur- two years before joining American Ballet deeds of the wicked fairy Carabosse, the monic of the Republic of Moldova, as well as a ing the fi nal concerts of the season. Theatre’s main company or other leading good Lilac fairy and the handsome Prince number of American symphony orchestras. national and international professional com- Desire, who, with a gentle kiss, awakens Jacksonville Children’s Chorus panies. Florida Theatre the princess. February 8 at 2 pm Concertante Sextet String Venues vary, see individual listings Ensemble In the last decade the Concertante 346-1636, jaxchildrenschorus.com February 13-15 Riverdance Celtic dance April 9- 10 at 7:30 pm Spring Dance Gala Sextet has acquired a sheen and polish that few music and theatre. Times-Union Center Florida School of the Arts will present a ensembles ever achieve. Comprised of a core of April 16 at 7 pm Carmina Burana The Chorus high-energy performance of original cho- six virtuoso string players, the group performs in will perform Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana with the Florida Ballet reographed dance. The Spring Dance Gala varied combinations of instrumentalists. UNF Chorale and Percussion Ensemble. First United Florida Theatre, 128 E Forsyth St. features the talented students and guest Methodist Church 355-2787 or 353-3309 artists from Florida School of the Arts. March 15 at 2 pm Jacksonville Symphony with floridatheatre.com Paul Galbraith At the fi nal concert of EMMA’s 30th May 3 at 6 pm Henri-Paul Sicsic Jacksonville University of North Florida season the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra will Children’s Chorus Spring Concert with French Pia- March 14 30th Anniversary Spectrum Gala UNF Fine Arts Center, 1 UNF Dr. perform the Concierto de Aranjuez by the Spanish nist Henri-Paul Sicsic. Times-Union Center, Jacoby This special event features the company 620-2878, unf.edu/fineartscenter composer Joaquin Rodrigo, with guitar soloist Paul Symphony Hall premiere of Urban Dream, based on Shake- Galbraith who invented the eight-string guitar. speare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and March 7 at 7:30 pm Dance Brazil Dance- Jacksonville University Artistic Director Lauri Pncinich-Byrd’s latest Brazil is an electrifying example of the April 26 at 2 pm Free Concert and Annual Meet- Terry Concert Hall, 2800 N. University installment in her Equal Footing series with globalization of dance. Mesmerizing and ing Bella Voce Cabaret Bella Voce, the Beautiful Blvd. (unless otherwise noted) 256-7345 guest Phillip Pan. A revival of Full Circle, spirited, it is a vivid blend of the best of Voice, is a cast of professional vocal artists who created for the Florida Ballet by Belgian contemporary dance and Capoeira featuring perform musical classics ranging from Neapolitan February 12 at 7:30 pm Music of Love The First choreographer Marc Bogaerts. live musicians and Afro/Brazilian/Capoeira songs to opera arias to standards of Broadway hits, Coast Wind Ensemble plays music from the heart instruments along with vocals. all in a cabaret style. with a full, vibrant and uniquely American sound. Jacksonville University 2800 University Blvd. N. 256-7374 Times-Union Center FCCJ Wilson Center February 28 at 7:30 pm Private Schools Honor 300 W. Water St. 633-6110 FCCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd. Band Concert This 16th annual young artist pro- February 6- 7 and 12-13 at 7:30 The 646-2222, fccj.edu/campuses/south/wil- gram features the best instrumentalists from seven Collaborative Project Filled with original March 6- 8 International Dance Challenge son/events.html area private schools. compositions and live performances, this year’s project will explore six virtues that March 14 Bellydance Superstars Bel- April 23 at 7:30 pm Symphonic Band Concert March 12 at 7:30 pm Chamber Music Concert: consistently emerge across history and cul- lydance Superstars have brought American Classic Music for Strings and Choir The Jackson- ture: wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, Tribal Style Belly Dance to the mainstream. April 24 at 8 pm Choral Concert ville University Concert Choir, Chamber Singers and temperance and transcendence. Their “American-ness” is marked by ethnic Orchestra will all perform. Jacksonville University’s diversity and a show full of eye-catching Friday Musicale Sam Marks Chapel. entertainment. 645 Oak St. 355-7584, fridaymusicale. com April 3 at 7:30 pm Spring Choral Concert- Deep River A choral program devoted to the subject of February 6 at 11 am & 7:30 pm Piano Duo Chris- water and rivers with the intent of making us more tina Dahl and Ning Yu perform. aware of our great resource, the St. John’s River.

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April 5 at 2:30 pm JU Chamber Ensembles Con- May 7- 9 Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Tchai- cert Enjoy the music of JU’s student chamber kovsky’s Violin Concerto has earned its place at the groups with a showcase of their best talent. top. With its hair-raising diffi culties for the soloist, tender melodies and a boisterous fl urry of notes April 7 at 7:30 pm Orchestra Spring Concert The and tempo, this is a giant among concertos. JU Orchestra concludes its season with another great performance of masterworks. Riverside Fine Arts Church of the Good Shepherd, April 18 at 7:30 pm Percussion Ensemble This 1100 Stockton St. program of eclectic works for percussion ensemble 389-6222, riversidefinearts.org will feature works from the standard repertoire for ensemble plus a look back at the new forms of per- February 27 at 8 pm Cypress String Quartet The cussion music written during the 1960s and 70s. Cypress String Quartet have built a respected body of new music, commissioning and premiering over Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra 25 works from many of America’s leading compos- Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St. ers. 354-5547 or (877) 662-6731 jaxsymphony.org March 27 at 8 pm John Williams One of the most versatile and respected guitarists in the world, John February 12-14 Romeo and Juliet Bring your Williams has explored, expanded and personally valentine to the Symphony with passionate music inspired a modern renaissance for the classical gui- inspired by love sagas that live on through the tar through his international concert appearances ages. Featuring works by Fauré and Tchaikovsky. and best-selling recordings.

March 5- 7 Scottish Sounds and More Inspired April 17 at 8 pm Old School Freight Train Old by the palace where Queen Mary lived and loved, School Freight Train combines thought-provoking Mendelssohn’s symphony is fi lled with the impres- lyrics with captivating melodies, soulful vocals, vir- sions he brought back from Scotland. Berlioz’s tuosic instrumentals and imaginative arrangements. jaunt with the Scottish Robin Hood shows off his The group blends folk, jazz, soul, pop, bluegrass, fabulous use of uniquely massive concerto and its Latin and Celtic music. expressive nuances. San Marco Chamber Music Society March 20 at 11 am & 8 pm Charlotte, Ludwig, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 3976 Hendricks and Tom The poignant introduction of Beethoven’s Ave. 731-1310 sanmarcochambermusic.org 2nd is one of the most beautiful expressions of Beethoven’s trademark. The always-innovative April 26 Chamber Music Concert Featuring violin- Charlotte Mabrey takes on a spirited concerto for ist Ruxandra Marquardt performing the J.S. Bach percussion. concerto in A minor.

March 26- 28 Mahler’s No. 5 Maestro Mechetti Thrasher-Horne Center and the JSO take you on a journey with the work 283 College Dr. Orange Park that marks the summit of Mahler’s life – a roaring, 276-6750, thcenter.org raging sea of sound. February 22 at 3 pm Hilary Van Wagenen Henry April 16- 18 Mozart Requiem A knock on Mo- A performer with the Jacksonville Symphony at zart’s door delivered a deadly challenge. To answer Concert on the Green, Ms. Henry enjoys talking the call, Mozart scripted a Requiem with massive about music as much as playing it; she engages frailty that enraptures our imagination and emits the the audience in lively discussions about the com- sound of mystic emotion. posers and music she performs.

May 1 at 11 am & 8 pm Alexei and Matt in a Cel- March 29 at 3 pm Donna Wissinger and Stephen lobration! The JSO showcases this magnifi cent Robinson Together for the fi rst time at the Thrash- instrument with a virtuosic duo – Matt Haimovitz er-Horne Center for the Arts, these two dynamic and JSO’s principal cellist Alexei Romanenko. » continues on page 10 »

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 9 and charismatic artists unite to produce a sultry March 13 at 7:30 pm Clarinet Studio Recital afternoon of classical music. Students from the Clarinet Studio of Dr. Guy Yehuda will perform. University of North Florida 1 UNF Dr. 620-2961 March 25 at 7:30 pm Percussion Concert UNF unf.edu/coas/music/calendar.html Percussion Ensemble performs.

February 20 at 7:30 pm Sing into Spring Be lifted March 31 at 7:30 pm Flute & Harp Concert Per- into the spring season with the glorious sounds of formances by Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s UNF voices, both as individuals and joined together Rhonda Cassano and Kayo Ishimaru. as a united force. April 10 at 7:30 pm. UNF Cummer Family Foun- February 22 at 3 pm Tribute to Black History dation Chamber Music Series Riley Lee began Month This third annual concert in support of playing the shakuhachi in 1971. His music has black history and musical contributions features been used worldwide in yoga and tai chi classes, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer George Walker, the and by massage, acupuncture and other bodywork UNF Wind Ensemble and the Ritz Chamber Players. therapists.

February 24 at 7:30 pm UNF Faculty Woodwind April 14 at 7:30 pm UNF Chamber Orchestra Cel- Quintet The quintet performs a vast array of ebrating the spring season with an upbeat score of masterpieces written for this extremely versatile Milhaud’s La Boeuf sur le toit (Ox on the Roof), as ensemble. well as works by Mozart and more.

March 5 at 7:30 pm UNF Cummer Family Foun- April 17 at 7:30 pm Tempo Libre Under the direc- dation Chamber Music Series Clarinetist James tion of Dr. Gordon R. Brock, join the UNF String Campbell has performed in over 25 countries, ap- Ensemble and the UNF Wind Ensemble in a perfor- pearing as soloist with over 50 orchestras including mance of Rumba Sinfonica by Ricardo Lorenz with the Montreal Symphony, the Russian Philharmonic, the internationally renowned Cuban salsa band, the London Symphony and the Boston Pops. Tiempo Libre.

March 6 at 7:30 pm Copland House Concert April 19 at 3 pm Grand Finale Concert Join the Pianist Michael Boriskin and the Copland House UNF Wind Ensemble and UNF Concert Band for players will present a program featuring works by their grand fi nale concert featuring the best in tradi- Aaron Copland and other American composers. tional and contemporary band literature. a new dinner theatre!

The Gathering Dinner Theatre Comes to Jax by daniel goncalves

What happens when you combine a Canadian from the hos- pitality industry, a Cu- ban/Scandinavian chef and a ballerina? You get the ultimate gathering. With a motto of “Family, Friends, Food comics and Fun” you know it’s The Comedy Zone edy routines. This is their first tour together in the beginning of some- 3130 Hartley Rd. over 25 years! thing good. Owners 292-4242 Bryce and Tammy Perry comedyzone.com Times-Union Center also own a daycare next 300 W. Water St. 633-6110 or 353-3309 door. It’s no wonder that February 4 at 8 pm Norm MacDonald Perhaps their productions will be best known for his offbeat delivery of “the fake February 20 Black Collar Comedy Tour family friendly. news” on Saturday Night Live for five seasons, “We really want television and film star Norm Macdonald is a March 11 Robin Williams Robin Williams’ major comedic presence and was recently named to promote theatre and comedy tour, Weapons of Self-Destruction, has one of the by exploded onto the comedy scene, earning the co- open it to young eyes 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time Comedy Central. median spectacular reviews. The show will be in and ears without the a special theatrical setting making for an intimate worry that something Florida Theatre and memorable night. photo by Daniel Goncalves will be said or done in 128 E Forsyth St. an inappropriate way,” 355-2787 or 353-3309 March 20 Ron “Tater Salad” White The cigar- says Bryce. He also mentioned that the productions aren’t specifi cally geared towards floridatheatre.com smokin’, scotch-drinkin’ comic known from the younger audiences, just that they’re “family safe.” Blue Collar Comedy Tour is back on the road. Jacksonville’s Gathering Dinner Theatre will offi cially open its doors on February February 6 at 8 pm Lewis Black Lewis Black is 6, for it’s Clean Comedy night. Every fi rst Friday of the month they’re fl ying in top co- one of the most prolific and popular performers Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena working today. His live performances are known medians from New York and Los Angeles for a gut-splitting howl of a good time. Then 300 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd. to provide a cathartic release of anger and disil- 630-3998 or 353-3309 February 12th kicks off The Fantasticks which is the world’s longest running musical. lusionment for his audience. Lewis yells so you It will run for seven weeks. don’t have to. April 16 at 7:30 pm Larry the Cable Guy The Bryce’s plan is to have a 200 seat intimate dining and entertaining experience. Cable Guy is back! Git-R-Done! Servers will be dressed in theme with whatever production they’re currently running. March 20 at 8 pm Sinbad Sinbad doesn’t tell The menu will also be built around the theme. Chef Arne (pronounced Arn) Nordquist jokes- instead, he stalks the stage, telling real-life Jacksonville’s Gathering Dinner Theatre was formerly the executive chef for Hilton Hotels. Chef says, “I want people to come stories. He doesn’t deliver payoff lines; he slam- 11570 San Jose Blvd. out of here saying, it was a good meal, I’m full and I got my money’s worth.” Entrees dunks them! His comedy is large, physical and 638-8412 or (888) 467-1290 will have variety and will rotate the menu quite often. impetuous. There are some exciting shows coming to Jacksonville by way of the Gathering February 6 at 7 and 9:30 pm Clean Comedy April 4 at 8 pm Dinner Theatre. For more information and ticket sales jacksonvilledinnertheatre.com or Cheech and Chong Light Up Night - Michael Joiner Comedian Michael Joiner Successful beyond their wildest is a contributing writer for Jay Leno and is the 638-8412. America Tour dreams, the iconic comedy duo Cheech & Chong star of The Clean Stand Up Comedy Tourr movie. defined an era with their hilariously irreverent, He was also the winner of Hollywood Improv’s satirical, counter-culture, no-holds-barred com- “Funniest Comic in LA” in 2008.

10 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly big band and popular music styles. The band’s Orchestra, take you down Abbey Road and Penny New York roots and diverse American songbook Lane. continues to delight fans worldwide with their hits jazz, big band, blues, ‘Operator,’ ‘Route 66,’ ‘Baby Come Back to Me,’ March 13- 14 at 8 pm Ben Vereen Sings SAMMY! ‘Boy from New York City’ and more. Versatile entertainer ben Vereen performs songs made famous by his mentor, the legendary Sammy February 28- 29 at 8 pm A Tribute to the Beatles Davis Jr., including ‘Candy Man,’ ‘What Kind of No other band in history rocked the world like “The Fool,’ ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ and ‘Mr. Bojangles.’ music tributes & concerts Fab Four.” Let the Beatles tribute band Classical Mystery Tour, with the Jacksonville Symphony » continues on page 12 »

City of Jacksonville Beach Led Zeppelin Get The Led Out captures the es- Sea Walk Pavilion 249-3972 sence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and springingtheblues.com brings it to the concert stage. The group consists of six accomplished musicians who deliver the April 3- 5 19th Annual Springing the Blues Fes- blues-soaked, groove-driven rock anthems we love tival This three-day oceanfront event features a as well as an intimate, sit-down acoustic set. number of renowned blues performers as well as numerous displays and activities geared toward the Florida Theatre entire family. 128 E Forsyth St. 355-2787 or 353-3309 floridatheatre.com Douglas Anderson School of the Arts 2445 San Diego Rd.346-5620 ext. 122, The Classic Albums Live Series at the Florida da-arts.org Theatre takes the world’s greatest albums and rec- reates them live on stage using the world’s greatest March 21at 8 pm David Holt An evening of blue- musicians. grass music with four-time Grammy award winner, February 18 at 8 pm The Who: Who’s Next David Holt and the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus. March 25 at 8 pm Abbey Road April 18 at 8pm The Doors FCCJ Wilson Center FCCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd. February 11 at 8 pm The Rippingtons The Rip- 646-2222, fccj.edu/campuses/south/wil- pingtons are a contemporary or fusion jazz group son/events.html that are often considered smooth jazz. You may have heard their songs on The Weather Channel. April 18 at 8 pm Jazz Band Concert February 12 at 8 pm American Soul and Rock & FCCJ Artist Series Roll Choir American Soul and Rock & Roll Choir Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St. takes rock back to its roots in a rousing, joyous (unless otherwise noted) 632-3373 show. Wall-to-wall classic rock hits, performed artistseries.fccj.org as rock/gospel/soul fusion style by a choir and Memphis-style side band. ‘Higher Love,’ ‘Imagine,’ February 18 at 7:30 pm George Winston This ‘Spirit in the Sky,” ‘People Get Ready’ and a cas- concert will include songs from the Gulf Coast cade of inspiring hits are delivered as you never a closer walk Blues, plus selections from Winston’s seasonal fa- heard them before. vorites Autumn, December, Winter Into Spring and Summer, as well as his always popular interpreta- February 19 at 8 pm Jonny Lang Ten years into tions of Vince Guaraldi’s Peanuts pieces. Wilson his recording career, Jonny Lang has garnered Center for the Arts platinum and gold certifi cations, a Grammy nomi- nation, sold-out headlines concerts around the with patsy cline February 19- 22 Irving Berlin’s I Love a Piano world and toured with the Rolling Stones, among An enchanting new musical journey spanning other accolades. seven decades of American history as seen through the eyes of Irving Berlin. Includes 64 of February 20 at 7:30 pm The 16th Annual Great Alhambra Dinner Theatre by dick kerekes his enduring and popular favorites such as ‘White Guitar Gathering Don’t miss this incredible per- Christmas,’ ‘God Bless America,’ and ‘There’s No formance featuring not only the Douglas Anderson Business Like Show Business.’ Wilson Center for Guitar Orchestra, but including two world class Jacksonville’s Alhambra Dinner Theatre opens 2009 by bringing back one the most the Arts guest artists: Tommy Emmanuel and Stephen Rob- successful shows in its 40 year history, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline. It will be on inson. Started in 1993 as a fundraiser, this event stage at the 12000 Beach Boulevard theater through February 15th. March 21 at 8 pm Solid Gold Doo-Wop Reunion has become so popular it has graduated in size to Gail Bliss returns as Patsy Cline, a role she has played thousands of times in the This all-new salute to heartfelt harmonies spotlights Florida Theatre capacity. past 14 years, and has honed to absolute perfection. She is so much like Cline it sends fi ve legendary acts from the 1950s and 60s. shivers down your spine, particularly during the slow ballads, which she sings with the March 8 at 8 pm Vienna Teng with guest Haale right vibrato and twang at just the right times. She shares her name with the Austrian home of March 30 & 31 at 7:30 pm Celtic Woman First in- Dan Embree, who has worked with Ms. Bliss for years, play the narrator who tells troduced to the U.S. through their PBS show; Celtic Mozart and Beethoven but there’s nothing old- the stories behind the songs, acting as a disc jockey doing a tribute to her just before Woman have found success here and abroad. As world about the music of Vienna Teng, whose debut their album continues its run atop Billboard Mag- brings to mind artists as diverse as Tori Amos, her death. The audience is also treated to some old but still familiar commercials like Mr. azine’s World Music Album Chart, the group will Simon & Garfunkel and Radiohead. Clean, Ajax cleanser and Winston (tastes good like a cigarette should, of course). return the Jacksonville with a brand new show. Ms. Bliss gives us a fashion show of the period, wearing eleven costumes and us- April 5 at 7:30 pm Barrage - High Strung A high- ing four wigs, each outfi t refl ecting the locations where she performed, from honky tonk April 6 at 7:30 pm In The Mood A retro 1940s octane fi ddle-fest that features an international, bars to The Grand Ole Opry and fi nally Carnegie Hall. The 2½ hour show chronicles the musical revue featuring the sensational String of multi-talented cast performing an eclectic mix of life story of this county music legend, starting with her fi rst time on radio at age 15 and Pearls Big Band Orchestra, boogie-woogie singers music, song and dance. takes us through to her death in an airplane crash on March 5, l963 at the age of 31. and swing dancers. The music and the arrange- Patsy Cline’s success was not immediate. She played the small clubs for ten years ments in this stage show are as authentic as it Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra until her fi rst big hit ‘Walking After Midnight’ that she sang on the Arthur Godfrey Show in gets. Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St. l957. Cline had a string of hits that put her on the top of the Billboard charts with songs (unless otherwise noted) 354-5547 or like ‘I Fall to Pieces,’ ‘Crazy’ (written by Willie Nelson), ‘Sweet Dreams’ and ‘Faded Love.’ April 8 at 7:30 pm One Night of Queen One Night (877) 662-6731, jaxsymphony.org of Queen is a stunning recreation and celebration The last song she recorded was ‘Just a Closer Walk with Thee,’ appropriately the song of the music of Queen, complete with over-the-top February 8 at 5:30 pm Art Garfunkel with the that closes this show. staging, lighting and effects. The show will feature JSO Garfunkel and his band will perform many Gail Bliss is backed up by a fabulous band, Gary Butler, Andy Carroll, Eric Lewis all of the Queen anthems including ‘Bohemian of the Grammy Award-winning duo, Simon & and Russ Weaver. Also, you’ll hear Brian Aylor on drums and that fantastic fi ddler, Mark Rhapsody,’ ‘Under Pressure,’ ‘Another One Bites Garfunkel’s greatest hits as well as songs from Thomas Baczynski. Both Alyor and Baczynski backed her during her last run here in The Dust,’ ‘Somebody To Love’ and more. his recently released solo album, Some Enchanted Jacksonville. The show is done on a bandstand, with the radio booth on the right. To fur- Evening, a celebration of the past century’s great- ther set the scenes, the Alhambra uses various slide-in backgrounds and special curtains est songwriters, such as Rodgers & Hammerstein, May 24 at 7 pm The Ten Tenors This Australian to create the various locales where Ms. Cline performed. ensemble performs a diverse repertoire in concert Irving Berlin and George Gershwin. St. Augustine The show is beautiful and well done. Even if you are not a country music fan, you and on their albums including songs by Queen, Amphitheatre ABBA and the Bee Gees. will truly enjoy it. It is fi ne night of nostalgia performed to perfection and you would be February 20- 21 at 8 pm The Manhattan Transfer “crazy” to miss it. For reservations call 641-1212 or visit alhambradinnertheatre.com. June 20 at 8 pm Get The Led Out - The American The Manhattan Transfer is famous for mixing jazz,

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 11 March 29 at 8pm chestra from around the globe. Yanni transports Edward Waters College Benefi t CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S Concert the audience into a world of romance, passion and SALTIMBANCO sensuality with stunning choreography, magnifi cent May 20-24 April 3- 4 POPS Film Fantasy Fantastic music costumes and the addition of four extraordinary is what makes fantasy fi lms come alive. Steven young vocalists. Reineke, one of America’s most dynamic talents, leads the JSO in music from Lord of the Rings, The Ritz Star Trek, Harry Potter, Poltergeist and more movie 829 N. Davis St. 632-5555 blockbusters. ritzlavilla.com

April 24- 25 Doc Severinsen and El Ritmo de la February 14 at 8 pm Ritz Black Broadway, Gos- Vida American pop and jazz trumpeter Doc Sev- pitality This hand-clapping, fan waving gospel erinsen brings a unique combination of classical review takes the audience through the history of Spanish melodies with a jazzy fl air, gorgeous Latin gospel music. Moving spirituals ‘Wade in the Wa- ballads and great movie music for an electrifying ter’ and ‘Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen’ are performance. starting points for this journey which includes over 20 all-time favorite gospel songs. May 2 at 8 pm The Music of James Taylor Fea- turing the mellow vocals of Neil Donell, you’ll hear Thrasher-Horne Center all of beloved American singer-songwriter James 283 College Dr. Orange Park Taylor’s hits including ‘Fire And Rain,’ ‘Handyman,’ 276-6750, thcenter.org ‘Shed a Little Light’ and ‘Shower the People.’ February 7 at 7:30 pm Love me Tender-From May 10 at 6 pm Pops at the Beach A Mother’s Elvis with Love Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Day concert featuring the Jacksonville Symphony celebrate the King with the ultimate Elvis tribute Orchestra. Sea Walk Pavilion featuring two of the world’s fi nest Elvis impression- ists, Scot Bruce and Mike Albert. May 23 at 7 pm Memorial Pops Concert Jack- sonville Symphony Orchestra performs with Uni- April 3 at 7:30 pm Neil Berg’s 100 Years of versity of Florida. St. Augustine Amphitheater Hollywood This rip-roaring, tune-fi lled tribute to cinema’s best features songs from classic fi lms May 29-30 at 8 pm Bond, James Bond The sig- including Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Casablanca, The nature tunes of Bond fi lms are nearly as famous Wizard of Oz, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Dream- as the jet-setting super spy. Prepare for an evening girls and more. that’s licensed to thrill when the debonair 007 is brought to life through the performance of classic Times-Union Center pieces of cinematic music with UK superstar so- performing arts Jacoby Symphony Hall, prano Mary Carewe. 300 W. Water St. 630-3900

Jacksonville University February 10 at 7:30 pm St. Olaf Choir The St. 2800 University Blvd. N. Olaf Choir, with 75 mixed voices, is the pioneer a 256-7345 ju.edu cappella choir in the United States. For more than three-quarters of a century, the choir has set a April 15 at 7:30 pm Jazz in the Black Box The JU standard of choral excellence and remained at the for the family Student Jazz Combos and the JU Jazz Faculty end forefront of choral artistry. the year with another great performance. University of North Florida Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 1 UNF Dr. 620-1898, unf.edu 2445 San Diego Rd. Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St. 300 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd. 346-5620 ext. 122, da-arts.org 354-5547 or (877) 662-6731 630-3998 or 353-3309, jaxevents.com February 2-3 Koger Mattison Jazz Festival jaxsymphony.org March 25-27 In Other Words Geared to K-5, In February 8 at 6 pm Jacksonville Blues Festival February 6 at 7:30 pm Great American Jazz Se- Other Words brings together Professor Fleetfoot March 1 at 3 pm Peter vs. The Wolf We’re all World-class blues entertainers Mel Waiters, Jeff ries: Gary Burton and his madcap friends on a zany exploration of familiar with the tale of Peter and the Wolf, now fi nd Floyd, Theodis Ealey, Bobby “Blue” Bland, Clarence communication. out what happened afterward. With the sounds of a Carter, Latimore, Marvin Sease and Sir Charles February 26 at 7:30 pm Great American Jazz prison break and police radios, the Wolf pleads his Jones. Series: Maria Schneider FCCJ Artists Series case to the Judge, the District Attorney, and you, the Venues vary, see individual listings Jury, as he and the orchestra recount the story of February 13 at 7 pm Bill Gaither and Friends One April 2 at 7:30 pm The Mingus Big Band The 632-3373, artistseries.fccj.org what really happened in the meadow on that fateful of the nation’s foremost gospel performers will join Mingus Big Band celebrates the music of the com- day. Pre-concert activities at 2 pm. a stage full of other inspirational performers for a poser and bassist, Charles Mingus, who died in April 25 at 11 am & 2 pm Super Scientifi c Circus night of celebration. 1979. The 14-piece group tours extensively in the The Super Scientifi c Circus uses circus skills and Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra United States and abroad, and has nine recordings magic tricks to explain scientifi c principles. With Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water St. April 17 at 8 pm Yanni Voices This brand new to its credit, six of which have been nominated for everything from boomerangs to bullwhips, and stu- 354-5547 or (877) 662-673 concert event features Yanni’s world-class or- Grammy Awards. dents fl oating in mid air, The Super Scientifi c Circus jaxyouthorchestra.com demonstrates and explains concepts like gravity, magnetism and more. Wilson Center for the Arts March 8 at 5 pm Spring Concert The kids of the JSYO bring in Spring with this special performance. May 21 at 7 pm Bob the Builder Come see Bob the Builder and his team embark in a brand new May 15 at 8 pm CSX Major/Minor Concert The adventure. “Spud’s Big Mess” features all of your JSYO and JSO come together on stage for their an- opera favorite characters in a fun-packed show set in the nual showcase performance. To add to the excite- heart of Sunfl ower Valley. Times-Union Center ment, winners of the JSYO Young Artists Competi- tion will be featured in solo performances. Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and mistaken identities comes to JU. Per- Florida Theatre Times-Union Center, 300 W. Water formed in English with a twist of 1950’s 128 E Forsyth St. 355-2787 or 353-3309 Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena St. 354-5547 or (877) 662-673 Americana! floridatheatre.com 300 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd. 630-3998 jaxsymphony.org or 353-3309, jaxevents.com First Coast Opera March 1 at 7:30 pm Luma - Theater of Light February 7 at 8 pm Turandot Puccini’s Based in St. Augustine Luma uses the dark as a canvas and light as the May 20-24 Cirque du Soleil’s Saltimbanco™ fi nal opera tells the tale of the fatally beautiful call for venues 417-5555, brush to paint a story of how light occurs to hu- This signature Cirque du Soleil show has a style Princess Turandot, who will be possessed firstcoastopera.com manity. Blending various physical disciplines with that borrows from theatre, dance and music and by no man. hi-tech illuminated objects, the show creates a has spectacular costumes, lighting and make-up May 1-2 Romanza: Songs Of Love This ‘TechnoCircus’ that has audiences sitting on the take pride of place. Full of color, amusement and Jacksonville University season-closing event will feature classic edge of their seats. amazement, Saltimbanco is a fun show for the 2800 University Blvd. N. love songs sung in a cabaret setting while whole family to enjoy. 256-7345, arts.ju.edu audiences enjoy wine, roses and tempting JU Terry Concert Hall food. There will also be a silent auction of 2800 N University Blvd. 256-7345 Thrasher-Horne Center March 27-28 at 7:30 pm Cosí fan tutte romantic gift baskets, dinners for two and 283 College Dr. Orange Park Mozart’s celebrated comedy of manners more. April 19 at 2:30 pm Family Concert The First 276-6750, thcenter.org Coast Wind Ensemble presents an educational con- cert for the whole family. April 18 at 3 pm Puss in Boots Bits ‘N Pieces Pup-

12 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly pet Theatre returns with its own musical adaptation black school children all over America. Based on of The Master Cat, one of the fairy tales collected the actual events surrounding Brown v. Board of by French storyteller Charles Perrault in The Mother Education. Goose Tales. May 6 at 10 am & 12 pm The Great Alphabet Theatreworks Adventure Two new friends embark on a treasure oliver! Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St. hunt through the alphabet and discover the magi- (unless otherwise noted) cal world of books. Filled with colorful and wacky 353-3500, theatreworksjax.com characters, The Great Alphabet Adventure explores both the value of friendship and the joy of reading. family night on April 6 & 7 at 10 am & 12 pm Junie B. Jones Ju- nie B. Jones is fi nally graduating from kindergarten May 11 at 10 am Magic Tree House Based on and is ready for fi rst grade, at last! But getting used Mary Pope Osborne’s book series, this musical broadway to the whole new group of friends, a new teacher, transports one of Jack and Annie’s Merlin Missions If you have you been considering introducing and new glasses is challenging, even for irrepress- onto the stage to create a theatrical event for the ible Junie B. entire family. An enchanting blend of song, story your kids to theatre, Wednesday, February 11, will and stagecraft, it’s sure to keep kids and grownups be the perfect opportunity. Oliver! will be performed April 28 at 10 am & 12 pm Nate the Great Who on the edge of their seats. at the Times-Union Center’s Moran Theater at 10 am do you call when there’s a mystery you just can’t and 7 pm and the evening performance will be Fam- solve? Nate the Great of course! He has found lost University of North Florida ily Night on Broadway. The Oliver! Family Night on balloons, slippers, chickens, and even a lost gold- UNF Fine Arts Center, 1 UNF Dr. 620-2878 Broadway will feature Oliverr themed games from the fi sh. But, can he solve the baffl ing case of the miss- unf.edu/fineartscenter/performances 1800s like hopscotch, games of chance, rollin’ hoop, ing painting? [You can also see this show at the St. and many others prior to the show and at intermis- March 27 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm Augustine Amphitheatre on April 27 at 10 am] Birdhouse Fac- sion. These games will provide an interactive, hands- Journey to an imaginary tory/Cirque Mechanics on theatre going experience for children and families. April 30 at 10 am & 12 pm The Color of Justice factory where every machine is used for one amaz- In a time when many schools were segregated and ing feat after another. Early 20th century machines Children travel back in time to experience what Oliver himself would have been playing at the practice of “separate but equal” was common, come together with circus acrobatics, aerial feats the turn of the turn of the century. Kid-friendly foods will also be available. Thurgood Marshall and a courageous eight-year-old and comedic characters to tell a story of laughter, Oliver! is the heartwarming tale of an orphan forced to live on meager rations, en- begin a battle that ultimately changes the lives of love, fl ight, loss and our interconnectedness. during diffi cult living situations. Determined to fi nd a better life, young Oliver Twist runs away from the abusive orphanage and fi nds himself mixed up with pickpockets in 19th- century London. Based on Charles Dickens’ literary classic, Oliver! follows one spirited orphan on his journey through a colorful underworld in search of love and acceptance. This could be one good way to get your kids to appreciate a warm bed, hot meals and loving parents. mind your manners Hits such as ‘Consider Yourself At Home,’ ‘Food, Glorious Food’ and ‘Where Is Love’ surround the heartwarming tale in this all new production of Lionel Bart’s magical musi- cal. kid theatre etiquette by kellie abrahamson Tickets range in price from $25.50 to $50.50. For every adult ticket you purchase to Family Night, you may purchase one child ticket for ½ price. Call the FCCJ Artist Series Box Offi ce at 632-3373 and mention “CHILDOLIVER” when ordering tickets or enter the The mere thought of trying to control a toddler during a play can give some parents event password “CHILDOLIVER” when ordering online at artistseries.fccj.org. nightmares. Here are a few tips on how to make their fi rst play a success while keeping . your sanity intact.

pre-show prep Before buying your tickets take into consideration your child’s age. If you’ve got little guys consider a shorter production designed specifi cally for kids. When in doubt, check the theater’s website or contact the box offi ce about age recommendations or restric- tions.

Be sure to buy your tickets in advance and be mindful of where your seats are. Families of unpredictable toddlers should try to fi nd a seat on an aisle near an exit in case of a meltdown. Be sure to ask about the theater’s refund policy, just in case.

Take a few minutes each day leading up to the show to discuss with your child what they’re about to see. If the play is based on a book, read it to them. If there’s no book version, look up clips or photos on the internet. Giving them something to look forward to will make them far more attentive when the big day fi nally arrives.

the day of There’s something about watching a play that gets tiny tummies grumbling, so make sure your child is well-fed directly before the show. If you absolutely have to bring a snack into the theater make sure it’s free of wrappers and can be eaten silently.

Kids have a funny way of suddenly feeling “the urge” as soon as the lights go down, so a few minutes before the show take a trip to the restroom, even if they claim they don’t have to go. Be sure to take another potty break during intermission, just in case.

during and after If your litte theatergoer has a meltdown in the middle of the performance, calmly head for the nearest exit and take a time-out in the lobby. Once they’ve calmed down, quietly head back to your seats and enjoy. If they simply won’t or can’t be quiet, however, call it a day. You can always try again!

After the lights come back up and the actors have taken their bows, encourage you child to talk about what they thought of the show and go over anything that might have been confusing. If possible, re-read the book it’s based on and talk about how the play was the same or different. Make your child’s fi rst experience with live theatre something special and memorable and they’ll want to make going a repeat performance.

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 13 CORALINE (in theaters February 6) Inspired by: the novella Coraline by Neil Gaiman

Henry Selick, director of stop-motion classics inspired by… The Nightmare Before Christmas and James and the Giant Peach, is back with his newest animated creation Coraline. The fi lm is about a bored, un- by kellie abrahamson happy little girl who discovers an alternate reality Your monthly guide to lit-based entertainment behind a door in her family’s new apartment. In this other world her distracted parents pay attention to Literature has inspired works in nearly all forms of entertainment. Countless plays, paintings, video games and even albums have her and life in general is far more thrilling. Coraline been penned, painted, designed and composed after someone creative read someone else’s creation. But arguably the artists guiltiest loves spending time there but soon discovers that if she wants to stay, there’s a big price to pay. When of turning books into something else altogether are fi lmmakers. Many of the stories in Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters got their start she decides that price is a bit too high, the twisted on bookshelves (Harry Potter, anyone?) and, with hundreds of books being optioned for fi lm each year, the phenomenon isn’t likely to reality behind this new world is revealed. Coraline is based on Neil Gaiman’s award- change anytime soon. In February alone four movies are being released with roots in literature. Here’s a look at each one. winning novella. The tale has inspired not just this fi lm but also at least three songs, a video game and an upcoming off-Broadway musical. As if that weren’t enough, Gaiman’s book was even adapted into a graphic novel last year.

HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU (in theaters February 6) Inspired by: He’s Just Not That Into You by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo

Based on the popular bestseller by Greg Beh- rendt and Liz Tuccillo comes a fi lm about the trials and tribulations of relationships and the clues that can tell you if he (or she) is just not that into you. The fi lm follows the lives of a group of twenty- and thirty-somethings trying to navigate the dating pool and beyond. At its core is Gigi, a romantically-naïve young woman who just wants her happy ending, and Alex, a guy who’s seen all the pitfalls of dating and dispenses some common sense advice to the confused girl. Behrendt’s self-help book was actually in- spired by a line of dialogue from an episode of Sex and the City, a show which itself was based on a novel by Candace Bushnell. A stand-up comedian and writer for the HBO series, Behrendt’s humor- ous, straight-forward look on dating earned him the seal of approval from Oprah and his own no-non- sense advice show on SOAPnet.

CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC (in theaters February 13) Inspired by: Confessions of a Shopaholic; Shopa- holic Takes Manhattan by Sophie Kinsella

A shopping addict gets her fi x when she moves to New York City in this chick-fl ick based on the fi rst two books in Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic series. Rebecca is an aspiring fashion journalist who can’t seem to fi nd a job or keep her spend- ing down. She ironically gets a gig as an advice columnist for a fi nancial magazine but could have a problem keeping it with all the credit card bills piling up. Will the love of a handsome millionaire be the answer to her prayers? Sophie Kinsella is a former fi nancial journalist who has written eight best-selling novels, fi ve of which make up her Shopaholic series. While the fi lm version is about an American girl with a pas- sion for high-end fashion, the heroine in the books is from England, and that’s just the beginning of the differences between the two.

YOUTH IN REVOLT (in theaters February 20) Inspired by: Youth in Revolt: The Journals of Nick Twisp by C.D. Payne

Michael Cera will star in this campy comedy about Nick Twisp, a sex-obsessed teen whose awk- ward demeanor and trashy family make fi nding a girlfriend nearly impossible. On an impromptu va- cation to a seedy trailer park Nick fi nally meets the girl of his dreams but her mind games and current boyfriend just add to Nick’s problems. That’s when he decides to revolt. C.D. Payne wrote Youth in Revolt: The Jour- nals of Nick Twisp back in 1993 as the fi r st three parts in a six-part Nick Twisp series. The remaining tales of Twisp were told in the book’s three sequels. Youth in Revoltt inspired a stage play and was being developed into a television series by MTV and Fox 904.638.1790 Television (though the project never actually saw the light of day).

14 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly * netscapades by brenton crozier words on words edition

I’ll come clean with you, I am smitten with words. That doesn’t make me smart, although people seriously begin to think you’re a genius if you occasionally drop terms like “juxtapose” or “super- cilious” into conversation. I’m willing to bet that the very fi rst websites you peruse upon fi ring up your PC have to do with news, probably celebrity news for an unfortunately large segment of you, or something that falls loosely into a classifi cation of essential information.

For me, Merriam-Webster is my lead off hitter and gets my fi rst visit of the day. Although I could sign myself up for an e-mail that would deliver their word of the day, there is something to the ritual of opening the site and spotting the newest member of my ever-expanding vocabulary. Words are com- pelling and occasionally empowering. You can’t go wrong with adding the following word-centric websites to your list of favorites.

My fl imsy sandals, barely equipped for the sticky, mud-induced, all-terrain landscape, need to be re- www.myfavoriteword.com placed. Nevermind the fact that I just moved six hours north and year-round sandals are no longer an option. Ah, a collective of nerds that like words so much that they share their absolute favorites! With a After a month on the compound, a decisive change in outfi tting was arranged. slogan of “Your Word, in Your Words,” what’s not to love? All are welcome to post and users rate Somehow the adjective “city” began to illustrate my existence. My friends’ parents, who live nearby, your selection and description. could be overheard classifying me as, “from the city.” This usually followed an explanation as to why I was ill-prepared for a certain task. “Yeah, I saw you trying to make that 3-point turn - you’re from the city. I knew you’d never make it, so www.worldwidewords.org I thought I’d better come out here and move the car,” Jerr says. Curious about the British viewpoint of international English? Author Michael Quinion writes decidedly Honesty - there was no way anyone could make that turn. The cars were parked too closely together, smug and humorous articles in that dry manner that is so very British. Experience the ultimate in combined with lots of trees and big rocks. But I’m from the city and city folk apparently can’t navigate land pretentiousness and have a good snicker as you read about the idiom “bold as brass.” My particular that’s unpaved. favorite is the article where he explains the “American slang” term “chillaxing.” Learn the origins of a Increasingly, situations have prompted me to apply the “city” adjective to myself. I never thought of long litany of words and expressions for yourself by paying a regular visit to World Wide Words. Oh myself as a “city girl,” but the more I survive in the woods, the more I realize I know nothing about rural life. man, I just found an article about the term “globesity.” That may edge out “chillaxing.” The other day I helped collect rocks from around the property to fi ll trenches for proper drainage. For the fi rst time I used a pickaxe to clear an area for a parking spot. I never realized how much of a necessity this too quickly becomes. Tearing up big roots that may be problematic, each swing a little easier than the www.merriam-webster.com last - though still awkward to grasp. In the forest parking spots are left to your imagination. Merriam Webster’s is a virtual playground for word appreciators of all stripes. As mentioned previ- Everyday brings new and different situations I never imagined being part of. Exposing myself to a dras- ously, this is the fi rst site I visit every morning as I hastily click in to see the word of the day. On this tically different environment pushes me to become a stronger individual. particular day, “maudlin” is the word and is actually quite wonderful. It means, drunk enough to be Too often, people isolate themselves by choice, simply desiring what lies within their comfort zone. emotionally silly or weakly and effusively sentimental. In other words, this is an absolutely wonderful This trend is made easier by the inundation of our technological era. Surfi ng the web all day, a girl can re- addition to your arsenal of insults. “Will you stop being so maudlin, you sound like a Hallmark card.” main surrounded by just the music or ideals she identifi es with, never really being exposed to differences. The Word Game is usually a good bit of fun, while the crossword is a daily staple. I went go-go ba- It’s like eating the same food day after day. You need a wide variety of food to give you a wide range of vita- nanas upon seeing the “new fi x for SCRABBLE freaks,” SCRABBLE Sprint. And holy cow, it is amaz- mins and minerals. ing and will impair your productivity exponentially. Recently, I have come to value the physically tough endeavors. Spending a couple days without heat in 15-degree weather has instilled a renewed appreciation for electricity. When a fuse blew in my camper, leav- ing me unable to operate my space heater, I decided to embrace the frigid nights. My friends offered their www.dictionary.com couch to me inside their heated house, but I chose to experience the discomfort of the cold. Electricity may Yes, another obvious site, but so comprehensive and useful. It’s sister site, Thesaurus.com is also not be available one day, how will we survive? Only those who know how to live without it will thrive. What I quite nice in a pinch when the old Shift + F7 doesn’t cut it. Additionally, if you already know or decided to do for a couple days is no different than millions of people who sleep in the cold every night. aren’t satisfi ed with Merriam Webster’s word of the day, Dictionary.com has their own. And that my My point is to welcome a new challenge into your life. Experiences that are drastically different from friends, should be prolix because I am already way over my word count. your normal encounters can only help you grow and learn. Because what’s the point of living if you never evolve?

starting a spring garden by jennifer mccharren

February is the perfect time to get ready for your spring garden. With only intermittent frosts, that wears off you’re bound to and no danger of frozen soil, our warm weather crops can start months earlier here in Florida than learn a thing or two on your farther north. If you’re still harvesting cool weather crops such as kale, brussels sprouts and cab- way to an abundant harvest. bages, like we are here at Down to Earth Farm, you’ll just have to plan around them. The benefi t of Pitfalls to anticipate include: being able to grow almost year round comes with the slight burden of extra planning at intermedi- surprise frosts (bye-bye to- ate times like this transition from winter to spring. matoes!), hungrier-than-thou A few good crops to start indoors (in seedling trays or small pots) are local favorites: to- critters that beat you to the matoes, cucumbers and peppers. If you’re starting seeds indoors, the warm temperature should fruits of your efforts (birds, enable them to sprout within a week. As soon as they do, they need light! Apart from making sure bugs, children...), the nasty the soil doesn’t dry out completely, light is the absolute, number one need of baby plants. effects of over-watering (rot- Last fall, a member of a gardening class I helped teach sent me a photograph of his seed- ten roots), the nasty effects of lings, complete with ruler. “What’s wrong,” he asked, “why are they so tall?” This phenomenon is under-watering (dead plant), called “legginess,” and is simply the plant’s reaction to insuffi cient light. The plant is like a simple and the question that haunts all computer program, set to react in certain ways to a few different stimuli. One line in the code is: I successful zucchini growers: need light to produce my food. Typically the light is up. When its sensors aren’t receiving enough, who is going to eat all of this it extends its stem like a telescope in the direction of whatever light it can fi nd. squash? Once you’ve supported your wee baby pepper or cucumber through its fi rst month of life, it Whenever you come ought to have grown a set or two of true leaves. These leaves look like miniature versions of the across a problem or question, adult plant’s foliage, which are distinct from the fi rst seed leaves that poked out of the soil. As call your county extension soon as the plant has a few of these mature solar panels, it’s ready to move into roomier accom- agent and ask them what to do. I cannot stress this enough. It’s one of the only sensible things the modations in your garden, or in a larger pot. government does with your tax dollars, namely, fund knowledge centers for agriculture in every Hopefully I haven’t made this seem too simple. There are many, many ways to kill a plant. If county. you’re new to gardening you can expect and enjoy some magical beginner’s luck (which is espe- Duval County Extension Master Gardener’s Hotline: 387-8850 cially likely to visit you if you choose indestructible crops like basil or arugula, hint hint). But after Website: http://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl .edu/mastergardener/

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 15 16 JANUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly

Simple, Smooth Summer Lunches

‘Ants on a Log’ Nutritious, fun, easy-to-make ideas for your summer camper’s lunch box by penny powell

Even though the fruit in this apple back together and sealing it helps limit the smoothie overpowers the taste color change, too. of the greens, if your child is like mine and is hesitant about the color of the drink, throw in some blueberries, and not Smooth Sandwiches only will you have added more If your child wants traditional sandwiches, nutrition but a color changer, wraps or pita pockets, try healthier bread too. Now the smoothie should choices, such as Ezekiel Bread found in your take on a dark purple color! neighborhood grocery store or health food store. About learning to add healthier options to your child’s lunch box, Leone says: “Enjoy While summer typically inspires simpler the process. Include your kids whenever pos- meals, knowing just what nutritious lunch to Smooth Pudding sible. Learning to eat healthy and make healthy send off to summer camp with their children is Shannon Leone, nutritionist and author of choices is a skill for life they can really use.” not so simple for many parents. the soon-to-be published e-book The Healthy If your child is headed off to summer camp Lunchbox (to be published at RawMom.com), this year or simply “camping” at home, here offers this very-fi lling Blueberry Pudding recipe Penny Powell lives in Orange Park. The are some easy and “smooth” ideas to consider that includes chia seeds, which Leone says are “Summer Camp” she attended last summer -- for lunching or snacking -- that are sure to “a great source of fi ber, protein and EFA’s (es- was the 10-Day Healthy Lifestyle Course nourish your children while pleasing their pal- sential fatty acids).” at The Living Foods Institute in Atlanta, GA ettes. Plus, these foods are just fun for families to prepare together. -- where she ate healthy lunches every day! ~ 4 cups fresh blueberries This summer, Penny is committed to grow- ~ 1 cup chia seeds -- ground or fl ax ing her site, BottlingHealth.com, as a means ~ 1 tablespoon honey, optional of connecting with Jacksonville parents who Smoothies may also be interested in “bottling” health Who doesn’t like a cold, refreshing smooth- In a dry container (such as that of a food for themselves and their children. Penny can ie during the summer? Not only are smoothies processor), blend the chia seeds so they are be contacted at [email protected]. fi lling, but they’re so simple to prepare and a powdered. Add the blueberries -- and sweetener, quick way to get nutrition into your children. if using -- and lightly blend so the berries break You can simply put a few combinations of your down but do not liquefy totally. Pour into your children’s favorite fruits in the blender, mix with child’s airtight containers and sprinkle a few some water and perhaps a little honey or agave berries on top, perhaps with some shredded co- nectar (derived from the agave cactus plant and conut for added appeal. The chia or fl ax ground available at local health food stores) for an extra will fi rm it up so they can eat it with a spoon. sweetener, and viola, there goes some good --recipe from The Healthy Lunchbox nutrition hydrating those growing bodies. Remind your child to shake the smoothie before opening it at summer camp in order to remix the ingredients that will have been sitting Smooth Foods That for a while. My son, Caleb, enjoys drinking his smoothies with a straw, so don’t forget to also Crunch Or Not! send those along, if desired. Your child may, understandably, want something crunchy or chewy to eat with the Banana/Strawberry Smoothie Recipe smoothie. How about adding carrots or other ~ 3 frozen bananas (more or less depending on crunchy veggies and fruits, or watermelon, the texture and sweetness you want) pineapple, and/or trail mix or granola to your ~ approx. 5 strawberries camper’s lunch box? How about a salad with a ~ approx. 1 cup of water (varies depending on tasty, healthy dressing? the texture you are after) Last summer, my 8-year-old nephew, Zuhri, ~ approx. 1 tablespoon of honey or agave nec- got hooked on salads when he spent six weeks tar for added sweetness, optional. with my family. Salad had not been a regular staple in his diet, but when Zuhri returned home to Bermuda and school started, his mom in- formed me that he had begun taking salads for The Green Smoothie lunch. “I love it,” she said, “because they’re so Have you heard about the Green Smoothie? simple to make.” Zuhri and Caleb both enjoy a Parents are using this beverage as a tool to get simple salad made with Romaine lettuce, shred- more greens into their children. I can’t tell you ded carrots and grapes. Colorful and tasty! how many people I’ve served a Green Smoothie Try “Ants on a Log” -- cut-up celery sticks to who have been totally surprised that they spread with a healthy nut butter and lined with only tasted the fruit in the smoothie and not the raisins. If your child enjoys cucumbers, Ants on greens. a Circle is another variation of this idea. Cut an With any fruit smoothie you make, you apple with an apple slicer, put the pieces back would simply add a handful or two of greens, together, wrap the apple tightly, and then send such as spinach or kale, to arrive at the Green the nut butter in a container. Kids will enjoy Smoothie. I typically blend the greens fi rst with spreading the nut butter over apple slices. To water and then add the fruit. Remember to add prevent apples from turning brown once they honey or agave nectar for additional sweetness, have been cut and must sit, pour a little lemon if necessary. juice over the slices. However, simply putting the

family events 26.2 with donna February 15th Second Annual 26.2 with Donna The National Marathon to Fight Breast Cancer

Event listing provided by Jax4Kids.com The Second Annual 26.2 with Donna is gearing up for another great race. Last year’s inaugural event had more than 7,000 runners and raised $800,000. This year the February 13 Black History Challenge February is marathon is hoping to exceed those Black History Month, so come test your knowledge numbers. The race will begin at of Black History during the 1st annual Black History 7:30 am near the Mayo Clinic Cam- Challenge Competition, for kids ages 8 - 15. Door pus in Jacksonville. From there, the prizes will be awarded. Free event. M.L. Gibbs Com- course goes through Jacksonville munity Center, Wilson Boulevard from 6 pm to 8 pm. Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlan- Info: 630-4100 tic Beach and will detour onto 2.5 miles of hard-packed sand on the February 13 Valentine Day Dance for Teen and Florida coastline. The breast cancer Children Teens are invited for a Valentine’s Day marathon course will be open for 7 Dance at Stage Aurora. Admission: $5 in advance, hours. Sports drinks, aid and water $7 at the door. Have your picture taken for $2/pic- stations will be positioned along the photo by a.m. stewart ture. Refreshments available for purchase. Stage race course. If people are interested Aurora, 5164-A Norwood Avenue from 5 pm to 9 in helping in ways other than running they can contact The Donna Foundation at 355-PINK or you can February 1 GallupaZOOla North Florida Hunter pm. Info: 765-7372 join the crowd all along the route and cheer on the runners! For more information on the race, and Jumper Association Benefi t for the Jacksonville Zoo the 26.2 with Donna Expo, visit breastcancermarathon.com. and Gardens, featuring a luncheon sponsored by February 16 Presidential Party MOSH will cel- Outback Steakhouse, Radio Disney entertaining kids, ebrate our nation’s past leaders in observance of pony rides, prizes, drawings and stable tours. There Presidents’ Day. Children will be able to participate February 28 Northeast Florida Scottish Games Saturdays in February. The 11th Annual Kingsley will also be a Celebrity Ride and Junior Celebrity in a mock vote, create presidential crafts, and test and Festival Featuring Harps, Scottish Food and Heritage Celebration Family-friendly, free, and open Ride competitions from 11am until 2pm followed by their knowledge of American trivia. MOSH from 10 Music, Children’s games, Fencing Tournament, to the public each Saturday afternoon in February. the main event - the Olympic hopeful horse jumping am to 12 noon. Info: 396-7062 Highland Heavy Athletics, Sheep Herding Demon- February 7 - Drumming and storytelling presentation competition. Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State strations, Highland and Scottish Country Dancing, by Howard “Xhabbo” Lewis. February 21 - Keynote Road 16 West, Green Cove Springs from 10:30 am February 21 31st Annual Jacksonville Model Scottish Breed Dog Display, Scottish Small Pipes, speech by Dr. Johnetta Betsch Cole, former President to 3:30 pm. Train and Railroadiana Show Over 325 tables and Parade of Tartans, Bagpipe Bands, Scottish Clans, of Spelman and Bennett Colleges, and musical pre- 35,000 square feet of show space. This is Jackson- Battle Axe, Archery and Falconry. Admission $10 in sentation by the Edward Waters College Choir. Febru- February 7 Jax4Kids.com’s Summer Camp Expo ville’s oldest and largest model train and railroadi- advance, $12 at the gate. Children 10 and under are ary 28 - Learn more about ongoing archaeological Find a Summer Camp for your kids at Jax4Kids. ana show. Admission $7 (children 12 and under are free. Clay County Fairgrounds, 2497 State Road 16 work in the park at the Public Archaeology Day. King- com’s Summer Camps Expo. Camp providers from free). Prime Osborn Convention Center, 1000 Water West, Green Cove Springs from 9am to 10pm. sley Plantation, 676 Palmetto Ave. 251-3537. across North Florida will be on hand with on site Street from 9 am to 5 pm. Info: 703-536-2954 registration and information. Stay and play in the Free Family Fun Zone and register to win prizes. Free February 24 National Pancake Day Families are in- Admission. Free Parking. Jacksonville Fairgrounds vited to IHOP restaurants across Jacksonville where and Expo Center from 9 am to 4 pm. Info: 710-2020 everyone will receive a free short stack of IHOP’s or Jax4Kids.com. famous buttermilk pancakes. In turn, a donation is requested to IHOP’s charity partner, the Children’s February 7 Water Education Festival MOSH has Miracle Network. All funds raised locally will benefi t teamed up with the City of Jacksonville’s Environ- the Children’s Miracle Network program at Shands mental Protection Board and the St. Johns River Jacksonville and Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Visit Water Management District to present interactive the website for a list of locations. International displays, activities, and live performances. Learn House of Pancakes, Participating Jacksonville Lo- about water conservation and more. MOSH from 10 cations from 7 am to 10 pm. Info: 202-2900 am to 4 pm. Info: 396-7062-1025 February 24 American Modernism Family Night February 7 Swoop the Loop 5K Run/Walk The Enjoy live music, art making and a variety of hands- 5K Run/Walk will start and fi nish at the UNF Arena. on experiences inspired by Georgia O’Keefe and Her Awards will be presented to the top three men and Times: American Modernism from the Land Collec- women overall and to the top masters male and fe- tion of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Free ad- males. Age-group awards will be presented to the mission. Cummer Museum from 4 pm to 9 pm. Info: top three fi nishers in male and female various age 355-0630 categories. University of North Florida Arena at 9 am. Info: 731-1900 February 28 Trail of Tails Pet Walk and Festival Jacksonville Humane Society’s fi rst annual Trail of February 7 Valentine’s Pet Photos by Dailey Pho- Tails: Pet Walk and Festival. Register online prior to tography $15 donation for a sitting fee and take the walk or at 8am on the day of the walk. The walk home your 4x6 print that day. Adopt a pet that day kicks off at 10am and will start and end at Friend- and the license fee is waived. Proceeds benefi t First ship Fountain Park. Entrance is $30 per person, $25 Coast No More Homeless Pets. AC&C’s Mandarin per person for team members. Animals walk with Adoption Center, 10501-2 San Jose Blvd from 10:30 their owners for free. A festival featuring food, drinks am to 5:30 pm. Info: 316-2262 and fun for the entire family follows the event. All proceeds benefi t the Jacksonville Humane Society, February 8 Songwriters’ Concert Prepare 2 origi- a non-profi t adoption and animal education center. nal songs of 7-8 minutes combined maximum. Per- Friendship Park, Downtown Jacksonville from 8 am formers, please call Mike Shakelford at 710-0397. to 4 pm. Info: 725-8766 No admission charge. Adele Garage Cultural Center, Ocean Blvd at 7th Street from 6pm to 8pm. Info: February 28 Black History Celebration Help MOSH 247-5828 716 celebrate Black History Month by honoring local Af- rican-American heroes from the past two centuries. Sunday February 8 Winter Beach Run The Winter Visitors will learn about the history of Jacksonville’s Beach Run 10 mile and the 5 mile races will start to- prominent African Americans through a variety of gether at 3 pm on the beach at the Seawalk Pavilion. performances and presentations. Activities will in- Age-group awards will be presented to the top 3 fi n- clude African folk tale storytelling, scavenger hunts, ishers in each of the following male and female age crafts, live performances by local choirs, and a groups: 13 and under, 14-19 and adult categories. Planetarium show about the Underground Railroad. Info: Jacksonville Track Club, 731-1900 MOSH from 11am to 3 pm. Info: 396-7062

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 25 dish update + events where to eat, drink & be merry by erin thursby

I don’t think I’m the only one with a dirty mind. Oral Explosion is not the name of a strip club or a porno. It’s the name of a company that’s building a stand-alone food court on San Marco Blvd. The name The Grape Saturday Wine Tasting Saturday, February 14 from 1- 4 pm already has connotations, but once you add what the location is standing on (the site of an old strip club), Try a delectable fl ight of four fabulous wines specially selected for you! Instruction given by a Certifi ed then it’s hilarious. Sommelier. Cost just $10. Info: 642-7111 or thegrape.com As an interesting side note, I’ve been asking random people in my life what they think of when they hear “Oral Explosion.” The results so far: a type of fi zzy candy, something to do with sexy mouth action, toothpaste and, of all things, vomiting. 16th Annual RSVP Chocolate & Beyond Gala Saturday, February 21 from 7- 9 pm I’ve no idea what sorts of foods will be in this center. Fast food, such as what you’d fi nd at the mall, Take a drive to St. Augustine and enjoy the evening sampling chocolate hors d’oeuvres and desserts from seems to be the consensus. I’m hoping it will at least be tasty fast food. local restaurants and shops. Expect both live and silent auctions, plus a raffl e. Free overfl ow parking and The Gas Knob, located next to the Veterans Memorial Arena closed. In Mandarin on San Jose Truffl es shuttle service will be available from the Fullerwood Resource Center on Hildreth Drive. Tickets purchased Café and Bakery closed. after January 5 cost $18. The Mark W. Lance Armory, 190 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine. Info: 547-3945. A sandwich shop named Kickbacks Sandwiches & Home Style Cooking is slated to go in on Edge- wood Ave. According to Jacksonville Confi dential, it is in no way affi liated with the Kickbacks on King Street. So why use the name of an already established place? Either the owners failed to google Kickbacks Florida Strawberry Festival February 26- March 8 + Jacksonville or they’re hoping to cash in on name recognition. February is a time for love, chocolate and Florida Strawberries. You don’t hear much about Plant City the rest of the year, but when the Florida strawberry season comes around, it’s big. Entertainment at this big fest ranges from Jessica Simpson and Kellie Pickler to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Randy Travis and Brenda foodcentric events Lee. They pick a Strawberry Queen, have most of the events and entertainment associated with a county fair, plus lush fresh strawberries and other local produce. Info: fl strawberryfestival.com Lunch & Lit: People of the Book Monday, February 2 from noon- 1 pm Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games & Festival This event combines two of my favorite things, literary discussion and food. It’s a free book discussion Saturday, February 28 from 9 am- 10 pm and lunch at the Main Library. Bring your own lunch and they’ll provide dessert. The discussion will be Have a hankering for some haggis? Or at least a deep fried Mars bar? Besides the caber toss, that’s why I about People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks. At the Downtown Library. Info: jpl.coj.net show up for the Scottish Games. At the Clay County Fair grounds. Info: nefl games.com or 725-5744

Wine Tasting Series at Zaitoon Noche De Gala (Night of the Gala) Wednesday, February 4 Saturday, February 28 at 6:30 pm Celebrate Valentine’s Day early, or just celebrate you single status with a bunch of friends and a bunch of Be a part of this 16th century masked ball celebrating the 490th birthday of St. Augustine’s founder, don wine. Special guest and Sommelier, Kori Blacker, will be showcasing several different wines from the new Pedro Menéndez de Avilés. Guests will be escorted to the festivities by re-enactors in period clothing. wine list and Zaitoon’s Executive Chef, Mike Barbour, will be preparing special hors d’ouevres for the event. Cocktail reception and dinner will be catered by the Casa Monica Hotel, followed by dancing to contempo- Also featuring live music by Mary Ann Hawkins. Tickets are $12/person. Guests that decide to stay for din- rary tunes. Attire is black tie or 16th century costume. Lightner Museum and Ballroom, 75 King Street in ner after the Wine Tasting will receive a 10% discount off of their entire check for that evening! Call to make St. Augustine. Admission is $175. Reservations are required. Info: 825-5033 your reservation today! Info: ZaitoonGrill.com or 221-7066 smART bites: Why Look at Animals Thursday, February 5 at 6 pm smART bites gives you a 30-minute guided tour of the featured exhibition and collection. Now you can get Turtle Island Foods your “bite-sized” tour and tasty tapas from Café Nola after work on Thursday evenings! Free with museum admission. Admission prices: $8/Adults, $5/Seniors (60 years and older); $5/Military (with current ID); $5/Students (with current ID); Free/Children under 2; Free/MOCA Jacksonville members. Info: mocajack- sonville.org

Red Rose Ball Friday, February 6 at 7 pm Talk about crème de la swank- this annual black tie charity ball for the St. Vincent’s HealthCare Foundation, is one of the most exclusive fundraising events in Jacksonville, made largely so by the number of people who are happy to shell out the $300 per ticket. Jacksonville Marriott Southpoint, 4670 Salisbury Rd. Info: 308-7338

Cooking Class at 1171 Sunday, February 8 from 1- 3 pm Want to learn how to make a romantic dinner for your sweetheart? 1171 will be holding a cooking class for just that purpose. They’re going to make a habit of it on the fi rst Sunday of every month. The class includes a cooking demo, a sampling of the dishes and a glass of wine. The owner and chef, Fernando Silveira and Karolyn Cantin, former owner of the Village Cafe of Ortega and 1171’s catering director, will teach students how to whip up a romantic dinner of several courses, with appetizers, a seafood dish, a meat dish and two desserts. The class is $50, with $5 off if you register more than a week in advance. 1171 Edgewood Ave. Info: Call 384-3160 to register.

Bella Luna: Dessert Under the Stars Saturday, February 14 from 7- 10 pm The MOSH on the southbank will open their rooftop for a romantic evening. Do a little stargazing with the ingredient secrets naked eye or use their telescope to scope out the night sky. Feed your sweetie something sweet. They’ll have all sorts of confections, chocolate and strawberries. 1025 Museum Cir. Info: 396-7062

High Tea strawberry Saturday, February 14 from 1- 3 pm A daytime activity for a special day. Take her to The Row, a Victorian inn that offers fi ne dining and high It’s strawberry season here in Florida. This little berry has come a long way since it was men- tea. Although they offer afternoon tea every Friday and Saturday from 1- 3 pm, Valentine’s Day will make tioned as an ornamental in Roman gardens. But it didn’t really get its start until the 1300s when it seem special. Afternoon tea is $15 per person plus tax and gratuity. Includes one sandwich assortment it began to be cultivated in Europe. By the 1500s it was popular in gardens and widely farmed in (chicken salad, egg salad, cucumber), one scone with clotted cream and jam and four petite desserts. France. Info: 354-5080 or rowrestaurant.com There’s confusion as to where the name for strawberry comes from. Some experts say that the origins have to do with actual straw, because straw used to be placed in the strawberry beds. MOCA Valentine’s Day Dinner Others say that medieval children used to sell the berries strung on a straw rather than in a container Saturday, February 14 from 5- 10 pm that would cost them money. The gimmick made it easy to sell and increased profi ts. A less popular Café Nola will be open on Saturday, February 14 for Valentines Day! Don’t miss their famous 3 course theory was that they were fi rst called strewn berries because of the way they look on the bush. Valentines Day dinner for only $39 per person. This includes a split of Champagne and a romantic des- Strawberries aren’t a true fruit. You can tell because the seeds are on the outside of the fruit sert perfect for sharing. Reservations are required as they were fully booked last year. Please call 366- rather than the inside. In reality a strawberry is an abnormally large end of a stamen. 6911×231 for reservations. Menu will available online by February 1. Info: mocajacksonville.org

26 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly romantic restaurant round up

Stuck as to where to take your sweetheart for the Valentine’s meal? Here’s a short list of just some of the fabulous places you can take her in and around Jacksonville. Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest days for restaurants, so do call ahead and make reservations. Often, they’ll offer a special menu just for the occasion. If you have your heart set on a particular place but they’re booked, see if you can make plans with your sweetheart on an alternate date. by erin thursby

1171 1171 Edgewood Ave. 384-3160 With luscious in-house desserts, an innovative menu and a posh, shabby chic décor, 1171 is one of the up and coming restaurants on the Westside. The menu can be described as American fusion with an emphasis on the fresh.

13 Gypsies 887 Stockton St. 389-0330, 13gypsies.com If you can get a reservation for Valentine’s at this small, bistro-style tapas place with a hip casual vibe, the food is outstanding. It’s a great Valentine’s Day pick because it’s hard to get a table. If you fi nd it’s booked, schedule your own personal Valentine’s dinner earlier in the week (or on Friday) instead. Like the gypsies it’s named for, the cuisine of 13 Gypsies goes almost everywhere gypsies do. Freshly-made pasta and bread is enough to keep customers coming back for more. They often cure their own meat. This degree of control ensures a selective dining experience.

Matthews Bistro de Leon 12 Cathedral Pl. St Augustine 810-2100, bistrodeleon.com A classic French bistro in the heart of historic St. Augustine, with a real French chef. It’s got a true bistro atmosphere, laid back while still serving some of the best French cuisine I’ve had in the area. Everybody knows French food equals romance!

Blue Bamboo 3820 Southside Blvd. 646-1478, bluebamboojacksonville.com East meets west at this Southside fi ne fusion experience. A lovely selection of wines, cocktails and their desserts (try the Thai tea crème brulee) are just icing on an already delicious cake, metaphorically speaking of course. If your date likes Asian food but you’d like something fancy, complete with a white table cloth, Blue Bamboo is the place to dine.

Galangal 145 Hilden Rd. Ponte Vedra Beach, (904) 827-1150 If you like surprising your lady and she likes Thai food, try Galangal. They’ve got a real Manhattan vibe, but the food is similar to what you’ll fi nd at Lemongrass or the Thai Room (same owners). It’s on a lonely stretch of road between St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra, in an area that’s fast developing.

Matthews 2107 Hendricks Ave. 396-9922, matthewsrestaurant.com Matthews is the quintessential extravagant dining experience here in Jacksonville. Not only are the waiters trained in formal serving techniques, Matthews has had staying power. Chef Matthew Medure has risen to the status of local celebrity. If there’s anytime that you’d want to bust out your wallet and spend the cash that an evening at Matthews requires, Valentine’s Day is it. This is the place to take your date/spouse/fl ing, if your aim is to impress.

Orsay 3630 Park St. 381-0909, restaurantorsay.com Now offering more seating since their expansion, you might be surprised at how easy it is to get a table for Valentine’s Day. Orsay’s has a kind of lavish French sensibility, with glitzy chandeliers, raised wallpaper and two ever-so cool bars. The white of the main dining room is offset by a chocolate accent wall painted with a graphic art-style pink leafed tree. The food is French with an excellent raw bar and dynamite cocktails.

Primi Piatti 2722 Park St. 389-5545, primipiattijax.com If you’re looking for a classy Italian place that’s not all about pizza (they don’t serve any), which delivers elegance, fresh ingredients and a very romantic neighborhood experience, head to Primi Piatti.

Roys 2400 3rd St. S. 241-7697, roysrestaurant.com I don’t know anyone who has had a bad experience at Roy’s. This Hawaiian fusion experience is well worth the dough you’ll lay out for it. Roy’s is the place for special occasion dining. While there are exotic items on the menu, I’ve never known a fussy eater to come away unhappy. Try the lava cake for dessert.

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 27 art events Through March 29 Why Look at Animals? A major exhibition of historical and contemporary photography that surveys the various ways animals have been depicted photographically for the last century and a half. The more than 200 photographs have been drawn from the George Eastman House archive and from stu- dios of contemporary artists around the world. February 22 is MOCA Community Day from 12 noon – 4 pm. Enjoy a fun-fi lled day complete with food, drinks, art activities and live animals. February 22 – March 29 Jacksonville Looks at Animals A community connection to the featured exhibition! See photographs of animals made by Jacksonville residents from a photography contest. MOCA The Museum of Contem- porary Art, 333 North Laura St. Info: (904) 366-6911 or mocajacksonville.org. New MOCA members will receive free parking downtown!

Through March 6 The Divine Gardner Bethel Gallery is proud to present artist Lynn Wehrmann’s one- woman art show. Lynn’s inspiration comes right from nature. With over 20 examples of her work, using watercolor and acrylic, Lynn has provided us with a window into a beautiful garden of variety and colors. Bethel Gallery is located inside Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church, 4510 Palm Valley Rd. Ponte Vedra Beach, 285-8225.

Feb 4 Downtown Art Walk First Wednesday Art Walk in Downtown Jacksonville, 5 - 9 pm. Info: DTJAX.org or call 634-0303 ext. 230.

February 5 - April 12 Georgia O’Keeffe and Her Times: American Modernism from the Lane Collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Featuring masterpieces by Georgia O’Keeffe, Charles Sheeler, Arthur G. Dove, Stuart Davis, and Marsden Hartley, the Lane Collection is considered to be one of the great- est collections of American modernism. Wil- liam H. Lane (1914–1995), owner of a small Massachusetts manufacturing plant, formed his pioneering collection in the early 1950s when these painters were little understood. Today they are considered to be the most important American artists of the early twentieth century. This exhibition of 45 paintings traces the devel- opment and diversity of American Modernism through the eyes of a passionate collector. Such iconic images as O’Keeffe’s Deer’s Skull with Pedernal, Sheeler’s Ore into Iron, and Dove’s That Red One are included in the show. Members Free, Non-Members $10. Info: 356- 6857. Members’ Opening will be February 5, 6 to 8 pm. Enjoy an exclusive look at American Modernism while experiencing music inspired Georgia O’Keeffe and Her Times at the Cummer by Modernist artists, and a documentary chroni- cling the life of painter Georgia O’Keeffe. Cash bar and hors d’ oeuvres. Members $10 and Non-members Guests $25. Info: 899-6010. On February 17, at 7 pm experience an in-depth discussion of 20th Ameri- can Art with guest lecturer Janice Machin, Adjunct Professor of Art History at the University of North Florida. Members and Non-members $5. Info: 355-0630. Tree Cup Sunday Brunch on February 22, noon to 2:30 pm prior to the Andres Diaz Cello concert. Fixed price menu $18 per person. Info: For reservations 356-6857 x 6010.

Feb 5 Black History Month: An evening with Tukufu Zuberi An evening with Tukufu Zuberi, star of the PBS program History Detectives. Tukufu Zuberi is Director of the Center for Africana Studies, Lasry Fam- ily Professor of Race Relations, and Professor and Chair of the Sociology department at the University of Pennsylvania. 6:00-7 Reception, 7-8:30 Talk, The Ritz Theatre and LaVilla Museum, 829 N Davis St, 632- 5555.

Feb 6 St. Augustine Art Walk First Friday of every month from 5 pm – 9 pm, Tours begin at Rembrandtz Fine Gifts for Fun People, 131 King St, St. Augustine, (904) 829-0065 or staugustinegalleries.com

February 8 - September 30 Africa’s Living Arts New exhibition featuring beautiful handcrafted and fac- tory printed textiles that tell stories of Africa’s heritage, politics and social values using color, pattern and form to explore the traditional art of communication through adornment and display. Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, 829 N. Davis St. 632- 5555

February 20 Florida Highwaymen: As Painters and Teachers Featuring James Gibson and Mary Ann Carroll. February 26 Tracking Florida History- Lectures on the First Coast Bob Patterson: FL Stories & Songs. Free, 6:30 pm. The Beaches Museum & History Center, 380 Pablo Ave, Jacksonville Beach, 241- 5657 or www.bm-hc.com

February 27 - April 11 New Visions Jim Draper Exhibition The Cultural Center presents the upcoming exhibition of Jim Draper’s latest series of work, New Visions. Draper’s work captures signifi cant quali- ties of urban and rural life and the individual’s place within it, the evocation of time passing, and a vivid representation of the real world. Meet the artist at the opening reception on February 27 from 6:30 to 8pm. Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-0614 ext 203

February 28 – March 1 San Marco Art Festival Following a two year hiatus, the San Marco Art Festival returns for its 12th anniversary. This two-day event brings together an eclectic mix of the nation’s most talented artists who will collectively display over $15 million in artwork. The artistic media represented include paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics. The festival will be Saturday and Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm. Free and open to the public. 1971 San Marco Boulevard. Info: artfestival.com or 954-472-3755.

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28 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly the handshake

2D Art from 3D Artists by erin thursby

The Art Institute tends to focus on what you might call hard-nosed art, or income art. It gives artists or those with artistic inclina- tions the sort of training they would need to get a job that might actually earn them a steady income. Gallery curator is a job, yes, but there aren’t enough positions out there for them to justify having an entire curriculum focused on it. Still, they do use putting on a gallery show as a tool for learning. The Gallery Group at the Art Institute of Jacksonville is a focus group of graphic de- sign and interactive media students respon- sible for curating, installing and advertising living, breathing two exhibitions each school year. Students develop a concept, research artists and curate each exhibition with the intention of further defi ning the relationship between “fi ne hope art” and design. They’re putting on their very fi rst show starting January 30 running through February Cystic Fibrosis Fashion Fundraiser by katherine stevens 20th. Called The Handshake, the exhibition features work from two artists who are also musicians and tattooists, Jason Boyer (Rich- In the 2009 calendar year there will be eighteen mond, VA) and Robert Ryan (Asbury Park, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation events here in North Flori- NJ). Tattoo artists have recently gained some respect as artists in the gallery community for their work da. This month they’re introducing something brand- outside the skin medium. While some of the clean lines and precision of the pieces might owe something new and fabulous to the First Coast scene. The Cystic to tattoo fl ash art, both of the featured artists have taken their medium far beyond that. Fibrosis Foundation of North Florida is launching it’s Ryan’s work seems to mine imagery from every possible mythology, fi nding crossroads where they fi rst ever fashion show with a twist, the contemporary all meet. His style is pulled from 13th century tapestries, alchemical tomes and the often irreverent doodles version of a black-tie affair. It’s called The Fashion and paganism you might fi nd in the margins of a supposedly Christian illuminated manuscript. And there’s Cure and it’s planned to be an annual soirée. something so gypsy in his mix bright colors, appropriate somehow because he’s using the colors to bring Local fashionista Linda Cunningham and honor- together so many different mythologies. ary style icons, Bryan and Leah Barker are hosting Boyer’s images are a little more about an event they’re confi dent will keep people talking. It personal mythology. They’re dark and strange takes place on Saturday, February 28th in San Marco, and you might fi nd yourself looking at his at Linda Cunningham’s premier couture design and work a little longer, trying to parse the mean- fashion house (1049 Kings Avenue). Apropos to the ing together. Chaotic connectivity runs through name, The Fashion Cure’s main allure is the fashion his work. While Ryan borrows from various show. The digs will feature Linda Cunningham’s mythologies to make his own, Boyer’s seems Spring 2009 collection and ready-to wear lines with to come from a stranger, less manic place, local celebrity models; The Barker’s, Channel 4’s with his own fully grown mythos. There’s Casey Black and CBS 47’s Dawn Lopez, just to name more deep loss in Boyer’s work, whereas a few. There will be fabulous fare and cocktails, stellar Ryan’s work contains a fi erce joy even in the music, grand auction items to bid on and of course darkest of his momento mori imagery. Looking the latest styles from local designers. at Boyer’s stuff isn’t always pleasant (the best “It’s a way to educate our community on CF in art isn’t), but there’s more of an emotional a fun way,” says Dana Troeger, the Director of Special Events for CFF of North Florida. “The more response when you look at his work. people who understand cystic fi brosis and realize the work being done to improve the way of life for According to the program, in an intro those living and battling CF everyday - the more opportunities will come about to raise new funds penned by Barrett Fiser, The Handshake exhibit and ultimately fi nd the cure.” And if there’s one thing Jacksonville people know how to do, it’s have is an introduction, the work of two meeting for a good time for a good cause. the fi rst time. Jason Boyer and Robert Ryan You’ve probably heard the term Cystic Fibrosis before. You might have known someone who were, until now, strangers. The work on the knew someone that had it. Though it affects approximately 35,000 children and adults in the United wall is a visible manifestation of an introduc- States, you don’t often hear very much about it. tion, an agreement, and perhaps, an obscure Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a life-threatening genetic disease. It substantially impairs respiratory association.” and digestive functions, making the simple acts of eating and breathing a challenge. In 1955, chil- Local artist Tonya Lee is the faculty dren born with CF often died before reaching elementary school. But today, the current median age advisor for the Gallery Group. She started the of survival is 37 – more than double what is was 25 years ago. There is still no cure, but the efforts group because students wanted to be involved and research being done are showing tangible results. outside the classroom. Besides bringing in art The CF Foundation of North Florida is continually making efforts to educate the public about the students wouldn’t ordinarily get to see, she this serious disease through ongoing events. “[We are] always looking to fi nd a new way to reach sees it as opportunity for the students to hone out to our community; to share our mission to control and/or cure cystic fi brosis and to spread CF the design skills and concepts they learn in the classroom. The shows will be, says Lee, “A real-world awareness,” says Troeger. “We like to offer new and exciting events that appeal to just about any- reinforcement of the concepts they study.” one.” Something special about the CF Foundation is that approximately $.90 of every dollar raised Graphic artists get to lay out the program and students can look at the sort of grunt work that goes is reinvested in the Foundation’s medical programs. That includes scientifi c research, drug develop- on behind the scenes. “The Handshake show will be a useful tool in the illustration, design and drawing ment and patient care. courses that are taught at AiJax. We are also planning on conducting lectures about the use of symbols in When it comes down to it, The Fashion Cure event is a way to bring living, breathing hope. art and design history for the students. These lectures will tie into the concepts that they learn in ‘Concep- It’s a bridge to new research and a way to get down to the real issue: fi nding a cure for Cystic Fi- tual Imagery’, ‘Design Symbolism’ and ‘The History of Western Art’.” brosis. And the facts speak for themselves. For the fi rst time in the history of the disease, there are Sonia Diaz, one of the students involved in setting up the show, has learned plenty about the world therapies in the CF Foundation’s drug development pipeline that address the basic defect in CF. If of art exhibition. She’s a graphic artist who says she “fi rst joined [the group] because I wanted to learn successful, these therapies could add decades of life for people with the disease. Even more, today about a different type of art.” Not only did she learn about gallery art, she learned about the nuts and bolts more than 44 percent of all people with CF are age 18 or older thanks to wise investments made behind it, fi lling out forms, making sure the artist’s works are insured for transport, speaking to the public by the Foundation in research and comprehensive care, thanks to money raised by events like The and handling interviews. Fashion Cure, and thanks to the people that support them. The largest lesson was in communication skills. She had to communicate with the artists and com- To get more information on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and their upcoming events you can municate their feelings to the group and she’s had to communicate to get things done so they could work visit: cff.org or The Fashion Cure website: http://nfl .cff.org/fashioncure09 or Linda Cunningham’s as a group. “There’s a lot more to it than I thought to put it all together,” says Diaz. website: lindacunningham.com. You can also call 733-3560 for info. You can see The Handshake at the Art Institute’s gallery at 8775 Baypine Rd. through February 20th.

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 29 The National Propagandhi

harvest of hope

Warped Tour alternative! by kellie abrahamson and mischele miller

So it looks like the First Coast won’t be on the Warped Tour’s who manages the St. John’s County Fairgrounds and the St. Augustine schedule this summer. But before you start crying into your Fall Out Boy Amphitheatre. Dettra liked the thought of having a music fest that donated pillowcase, there’s a new Fest in town and it’s got everything Warped money to such a worthy cause and, with his encouragement, Murphy has and more. The Harvest of Hope Festival invades the St. Johns County and Weinbender pitched the idea to St. Johns County, eventually getting a Fairgrounds on March 6th through the 8th. That’s right, three days of great $50,000 grant for the Fest. music. Take that, Warped Tour! If you’re coming in from out of town for the Harvest of Hope Fes- An awesome lineup of over 100 bands will be at Harvest of Hope tival you may want to stay in St. Johns County for the weekend. In ad- Fest. Punk/metal politicos Propagandhi will perform along with the Bounc- dition to the many affordable accommodations minutes away from the ing Souls, Tokyo Police Club, the National, Bad Brains, the Virgins, MURS, Fairgrounds, you can also camp onsite. The campground is on a lovely Broken Social Scene, Girl Talk, Less Than Jake, Paint It Back, Ra Ra Riot 13 acre property with 1000 camping facilities and several RV facilities. and many more. Your favorite local acts, including SUNBEARS!, Environ- Each Camping Ticket (which is separate from your entry fee) is good for mental Youth Crunch and Antarctic will also be rocking out over the week- up to 4 people per camp site and is just $29.50 for the entire weekend. end. You won’t fi nd bluegrass or country music here! Because space is limited, Camping Tickets will only be issued to 3-day In addition to being held in the cool of March rather than the blazing music ticket holders. Florida summer, the Harvest of Hope Festival has yet another advantage As with all events of this nature, Harvest for Hope Fest will have over Warped: the proceeds are going to a good cause. The Harvest of more to see and do besides watching some great bands. There will lots Hope Network is a non-profi t organization that provides fi nancial, edu- of good eats onsite, including vegan and vegetarian options and alcoholic cational and service-related assistance to migrant farm workers all over beverages. Along with the usual food fare, there will also be a variety of the country. Established in 1997, the foundation has donated $685,000 art shows and fi lms to watch. And don’t forget to bring some cash for all to migrant workers to assist with car repairs, medical services, college the band merch that will undoubtedly be on sale. tuition, food, clothing, bills, rent and other expenses. Against Me!, one of As if you needed more convincing, Harvest of Hope Fest has an af- the bands you’ll see at the Fest, has already raised over $18,000 in dona- fordable price point, something no one can say of the increasingly pricy tions playing benefi t shows for Harvest of Hope in Gainesville, Chicago Warped Tour. A day-pass is only $19.50 and a three day pass is $39.50 and Athens. after February 1st. At the gate on the weekend of the event the price is The idea for this three day music festival can be credited to Ryan $29.50 for a day and $49.50 for three days, so it does pay to get your Murphy of No Idea Records, who is also responsible for Gainesville’s tickets early. You can get tickets at Music Matters in St. Augustine (196 city-wide rockapalooza THE FEST. He and co-worker Tony Weinbender State Road 312, 824-5740) or you can buy them online at harvestofhope- decided to discuss the idea of a benefi t concert festival with Ryan Dettra, fest.com.

30 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly G.Love & Special Sauce will be at Freebird on February 19th music events

February 14 Toby Mac / Family Force 5 / Newsong featured music Take a trip to the Arena on the 14th for a very special, inspirational night to great music with a message. February 2 John Legend Neo-soul singer and pia- Christian recording artists Toby Mac, Family Force 5, nist John Legend began his career as an in-demand Newsong, Brandon Heath, pureNRG and Stephanie session musician, playing and occasionally writing Smith will all be on hand for the “Winter Jam Tour for artists like Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, Janet Jack- Spectacular,” the largest show of its kind. Tickets: son, and Kanye West. With a little help from his $10. Jacksonville Memorial Arena, 353-3309 friends (specifi cally Kanye, who signed the young talent to his record label G.O.O.D. Music) Legend February 19 G.Love & Special Sauce G.Love & has become a chart-topping, three time Grammy- Special Sauce are a Philadelphia-based trio whose winning success. Last month he performed for the blues-infused hip hop hooked audiences back President during the inauguration, this month he when they started in the mid-90s and continues to performs for you. Legend will be at the Florida The- do so today. Superhero Brotherr is their most recent atre on the 2nd with Estelle. Tickets: $46.50-$56.50. record and they’ll be at the Freebird this month in Florida Theatre, 355-5661 support of it. Singer/songwriter Eric Hutchinson will also be there. Tickets: $25. Freebird Live, 246-BIRD February 3 The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus It wasn’t long ago that the Red Jumpsuit Apparatus was February 19 Low Duluth, Minnesota three-piece playing little venues right here in Jacksonville trying Low started back in 1993, helping to form “slow- to drum up a local following. Today radio stations core” movement (thought they, themselves, disap- across the nation are playing their music and the prove of the categorization). Their multiple albums band draws a crowd where ever they perform. This and impressive live shows have drawn the approval month RJA will release their sophomore album of music lovers around the world and Jacksonville Lonely Roadd and will be at Freebird Live the day it is lucky enough to be on their latest tour schedule. drops to celebrate their success with the hometown The band will be at Jack Rabbits on February 19th. fans. The Becoming and Tickle Me Pink will also Tickets: $13/advance, $15/day of show. Jack Rab- perform. Tickets: $15/advance, $20/day of show. bits, 398-7496 Freebird Live, 246-BIRD February 19 The Lee Boys The Lee Boys’ “sa- February 4 SUNBEARS! / Christina Wagner / cred steel” style is rooted in gospel, but is infused Wuden Make plans to head over to TSI right after with rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, funk, hip-hop, Art Walk for a show that’s sure to please. Local country and world music genres, a blend that’s future-hit-makers SUNBEARS!, Christina Wagner worked well for the Jacksonville sextet. The group and Wuden will all be performing along with sev- has opened for the Black Crowes, Los Lobos, eral other bands. Proceeds from this event will go Michelle Shocked, Gov’t Mule, Derek Trucks, the towards replacing equipment that was stolen from North Mississippi Allstars and Umphrey’s McGee local shutterbug Happenstance Photography (iam- among others. They were a surprise sensation at happenstance.blogspot.com). TSI, 424-3531 last year’s Bonnaroo and recently performed on Late Night with Conan O’Brien. See them perform February 6 Thriving Ivory Santa Barbara fi ve-piece with Jonny Lang this month at the Florida Theatre. Thriving Ivory has been burning up the charts since Tickets: $32-$38. Florida Theatre, 355-5661 their fi rst record hit shelves last year. The self-titled album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers February 21 Music for the Birds benefi t concert chart on the strength of their single ‘Angels on the The Humane Association of Wildlife Care and Moon.’ The band was also selected as one of the Education (HAWKE), a non-profi t wildlife rescue fi nalists for the Yahoo! Music: Who’s Next? User’s and rehabilitation center, will host its annual ben- Choice Competition. See Thriving Ivory live at Jack efi t concert and auction on February 21st. See Rabbits with special guests Company of Thieves performances by Bob and Joline Patterson, Jamie on the 6th. Tickets: $10/advance, $15/day of show. Defrates and Susan Brown, Magda Hiller and Para- Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 dox and bid on original art, paintings, prints, gift certifi cates and unique gifts. Tickets: $15/adults, February 14 Edwin McCain Blending equal parts $8/children under 12. St. Johns County Agricultural folk, soul and rock, platinum-selling singer/song- Center, 692-1777 writer Edwin McCain has over the years gained respect and support slots for artists like Hootie February 22 Dr. Dog Touring with bands like My & the Blowfi sh, Jewel and the Allman Brothers. Morning Jacket, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, the Known for his near constant touring (he’s on the Raconteurs and the Black Keys has given Philly- road nearly 300 days a year), McCain is headed based Dr. Dog plenty of exposure. The indie pop to Jacksonville in support of his latest record oddballs blend unapologetic ‘60s pop worship with Nobody’s Fault But Mine, a collection of R&B cov- lo-fi recording techniques to create quirky, eclectic ers. Head over to the Freebird on Valentine’s Day to melodies that are sure to please. Check ‘em out at check him out. Tickets: $15/advance, $20/day of Café Eleven on the 22nd. Tickets: $12. Café Eleven, show. Freebird Live, 246-BIRD 460-9311

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 31 February 22 Lazerstar / Guardians of the Thickets And now for something com- Edwin McCain will be at / Telepathik Friend Freebird on Feb. 14th pletely different. If you’ve ever done your laundry and thought “Gee, I wish someone would serenade me through the spin cycle,” this is the show for you. Local noise-bands Guardians of the Thickets and Telepathik Friend hosted a “Freeform Freakout” at the King St. Laundromat last month and got people talking. This month they’ll be doing it again along with Lazerstar, Mindmirror and Omebi. This unique musical experience is free, so head on over and join the fun. King St. Laundromat

February 25 Citizen Cope Citizen Cope, whose real name is Clarence Greenwood, is a musical mixologist, fusing sluggish hip-hop beats with mellow piano melodies and new-school blues with easy-listening pop. Though his music is a patch- work of breezy styles, Cope’s lyrics tackle some serious subjects. Fans of Cope say his music “just makes you feel good.” Check out Clarence and his band at Freebird Live, 246-BIRD.

Arlo Guthrie day-to-day

FEBRUARY 1 Teddy Washington Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 Jettison Never / Crome Yellow / Robert Freeman Agnostic Front / The Mongoloids Fuel Coffee- The Pit, 223-9850 house, 425-3835 EvenStill London Bridge Pub, 359-0001 FEBRUARY 2 John Legend / Estelle Florida Theatre, 355-5661 FEBRUARY 5 John Hammond Mezza Luna (Neptune Beach), Drought / Legacies Doozers Pub, 738-8922 249-5573 “Back 2 Old Skool”: DJ- Hu / DJ-ME / DJ-Natural / DJ-Japancakes Classic Blends (St. Augustine), FEBRUARY 3 377-3198 Soilwork / Darane / Warbringer / Swallow the Stage Blue / Lamb Handler Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Sun Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus / The Becoming / FEBRUARY 6 Tickle Me Pink Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Dakota The Pit, 223-9850 Call the Paramedics / ManBearPig Doozers Pub, FEBRUARY 4 738-8922 The Human Abstract / MCBM / Protest the Hero / Dar Williams / Joshua Radin / Jesse Harris Free- As I Lay Dying Freebird Live, 246-BIRD bird Live, 246-BIRD O’Death / I Am God / Tobacco Pat Jack Rabbits, Thriving Ivory / Company of Thieves Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 398-7496 SUNBEARS! / Christina Wagner / Wuden TSI, Tinsley Ellis Mojo Kitchen (Jacksonville Beach), 424-3531 247-6636

February 26 Arlo Guthrie Eldest son of Woody Guthrie, America’s most beloved singer/writer/phi- losopher, Arlo Guthrie was born with a guitar in one hand and a harmonica in the other. Over the last four decades Guthrie has toured throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia winning a wide, popular following. In addition to his accomplishments as a musician, Arlo is a natural- born storyteller, whose tales and anecdotes fi gure prominently in his performances. He’ll be perform- ing at the Florida Theatre this month. Tickets: $30- The Grascals will be at the $38.50. Florida Theatre, 355-5661 Palatka Bluegrass Festival

February 28 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band With three a festive february with blues and bluegrass original members, singer-guitarist Jeff Hanna, drummer Jimmy Fadden and multi-instrumentalist The First Coast will be having not one but three music festivals in February! This is a great John McEuen, the country-folk-rock band has ex- chance to expand your musical horizons and see some of the fi nest musicians in their genres per- isted in various forms since it’s founding in 1966. form in all one place. Even though the band is recording new music, First up is the Jacksonville Blues Festival at the Veteran’s Memorial Arena on February 8th. The they will never do better than the 1971 hit, ‘Mr. lineup includes world-class blues entertainers Mel Waiters, Jeff Floyd, Theodis Ealey, Bobby “Blue” Bojangles.’ Freebird, 246-BIRD Bland, Clarence Carter, Latimore, Marvin Sease and Sir Charles Jones. Tickets to this spectacular event range in price from $42.50 to $49.50. For more information call 353-3309 or visit jaxevents. February 26 Maria Schneider Maria Schneider’s com. music has been described as evocative, majestic, Get another case of the blues with the 4th Annual St. Augustine Bluz Fest at Hurricane Patty’s. magical, heart-stoppingly gorgeous and beyond This three-day event runs from February 12th to the 14th and will feature music from Zora Young, Cal- categorization. Her debut recording Evanescence, vin Newborn, Ben Champion, Willie Green, Tony O, Jaidd & Mike Hart, Josh Miller and Jim Mckaba. was nominated for two 1995 Grammy Awards and Admission to the St. Augustine Bluz Fest is free on the 12th and the 13th and just $5 on the 14th. For her second and third recordings also got nods. more information call 540-1449 or visit bluzcompany.com. Schneider fi nally got her Grammy in 2005 with Finally, you’ve got one more option on the 12th through the 14th. The 5th Annual Palatka Blue- Concert in the Garden, an album that also made the grass Festival at Rodeheaver Boys’ Ranch in Palatka promises to be worth the drive. Artists on the news for being the fi rst Internet-only record to win schedule include the Gary Waldrep Band, the Grascals, Larry Sparks & the Lonesome Ramblers, the award. Schneider will be performing at UNF’s Nothin’ Fancy, the Primitive Quartet, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder and many, many more. Tick- Robinson Theater on the 26th as part of their Great ets are $35 per day for adults and $85 for the whole festival. Kids ages 6 through 13 are just $15 per American Jazz series. Tickets: $8- $30. Robinson day and $45 for the whole shebang. Rug rats under 6 are free. For more info, visit aandabluegrass. Theater, 620-2864 com or call (706) 864-7203.

32 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly Park Street Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 Eric Culberson Mojo Kitchen (Jacksonville Beach), Amateur Night at the Ritz Ritz Theatre, 632-5555 247-6636 The Sweet Low Down West Inn Cantina, 389-1131 Fats Lewis / Freeze Frame Jacksonville Landing, Broadcast the Nightmare / Veil Of Maya / After 353-1188 The Burial Fuel Coffeehouse, 425-3835 Disturbed / Sevendust / Skindred Morocco Shrine Ausmoses Endo Exo, 396-7733 Auditorium, 997-6312 Master Radical / Machine Critics Club Liquid (Or- 4th Annual St. Augustine Bluz Fest Hurricane ange Park), 213-0605 Patty’s (St. Augustine), 540-1449 Manatella TSI, 424-3531 5th Annual Palatka Bluegrass Festival Rodeheaver Boys’ Ranch (Palatka), (706) 864-7203 FEBRUARY 7 EPIC Shantytown, 798-8222 Frontiers Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Burning Daylight West Inn Cantina, 389-1131 Urgent Revolt / From F*ckin Nowhere Doozers Pub, 738-8922 Reckless Kelly / Sons of Bill Jack Rab- bits, 398-7496 House of Heroes / Seabird / Don’t Sigh Daisy / Amelia Murray Hill The- atre, 388-3179 Ashley Hill / Veronica Vaughn / Pro- logic 13 / Tough Junkie / Vitamin The Pit, 223-9850 Green Eyed Stare / name:bran / Robin Bankz OC Liquor Store, 242-8884 Mint Julep Jacksonville Landing, 353- 1188 Bill Sheffi eld European Street Listening Room, 399-1740 Jan Crawford’s Tribute to Billie Holi- day Limelight Theatre (St. Augustine), 825-1164 Ritz Jazz Jam Ritz Theatre, 632-5555 We Still Dream / Too Pure to Die Fuel Coffeehouse, 425-3835 Farace / Henry D Café 331, 354-1999

FEBRUARY 8 Art Garfunkel & the Jacksonville St. Augustine Amphitheatre, The Lee Boys will perform with Jonny Symphony Lang at the Florida Theatre on Feb. 19th 471-1965 Jacksonville Blues Festival Jackson- ville Memorial Arena, 353-3309 FEBRUARY 14 Pato Banton & the Mystic Roots Band Freebird Edwin McCain Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Live, 246-BIRD Life Like the Movies / Blood on the Dance Floor Simplex One / Bonehead Sally / Paziano / Hith / Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Sik Dimension / As Good as Dead The Pit, 223- Grabbag album release show Doozers Pub, 738- 9850 8922 Jan Crawford’s Tribute to Billie Holiday Limelight Toby Mac / Family Force 5 / Newsong Jackson- Theatre (St. Augustine), 825-1164 ville Memorial Arena, 353-3309 Dance with a Victim / Abigail Williams / Rose Marion Crane / Broken Trust / Last Chance Stand- Funeral / Burning the Masses Fuel Coffeehouse, ing / Operatio / Stage Blue / Pye & Uno The Pit, 425-3835 223-9850 Lauris Vidal / Paleface / Dish / Christina Wagner Blue Caimans / Hipp Street / Jay Garrett Band Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 Karl W. Davis & the Milkmen Hammerheads FEBRUARY 10 (Amelia Island), (904) 425-5503 Take It Back / Wrench in the Works Murray Hill 4th Annual St. Augustine Bluz Fest Hurricane Theatre, 388-3179 Patty’s (St. Augustine), 540-1449 Brave Citizens Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 5th Annual Palatka Bluegrass Festival Rodeheaver Boys’ Ranch (Palatka), (706) 864-7203 FEBRUARY 11 Talk Sick Earth/ Mehkago NT / Civilization Shanty- Yonder Mountain String Band Freebird Live, 246- town, 798-8222 BIRD Days of the New Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 FEBRUARY 15 Little High Little Low TSI, 424-3531 Shat / Ruin / Toe n the Trigger / Shall We Com- LoudSOUNDLive: After the Bomb Baby UNF Art mence The Pit, 223-9850 Gallery, 620-1284 Str8up / The Ride Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 Karl W. Davis & the Milkmen Green Turtle (Amelia FEBRUARY 12 Island), (904) 425-5503 Sophomore Attempt / Go Crash Audio / That Was Kevin Batchelor & Cedric IM Brooks Landshark Something Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Cafe (Atlantic Beach) 246-6024 Mike Cross European Street Listening Room, 399- 1740 FEBRUARY 17 4th Annual St. Augustine Bluz Fest Hurricane Music @ Main: Lisa Schroeder / Michael Nigro Patty’s (St. Augustine), 540-1449 Main Library, 630-2665 5th Annual Palatka Bluegrass Festival Rodeheaver Boys’ Ranch (Palatka), (706) 864-7203 FEBRUARY 18 Farewell Flight Fuel Coffeehouse, 425-3835 Cruel Hand The Pit, 223-9850 Ritmo y Sabor Tera Nova Lounge, 733-8085 Sister Hazel / Benjy Davis Project Freebird Live, 246-BIRD FEBRUARY 13 Seven Nations Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Mouth of Lions / The Abandoned / All Well is Julian Drive North Jacksonville Church of God, Broken / Embrace the Empire Murray Hill Theatre, 768-4896 388-3179 Dawn of Plague / Despised Icon / Beneath The Brantley Gilbert / Williams & Merz Freebird Live, Massacre / Carnifex Fuel Coffeehouse, 425-3835 246-BIRD Saltwater Grass / Shawn Fisher & the Jukebox FEBRUARY 19 Gypsies Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 The Lee Boys / Jonny Lang Florida Theatre, 355- Robots Go Beep / Andrea Gayle / Embrace the 5661 Empire / The Abandoned The Pit, 223-9850 G-Love and Special Sauce / Eric Hutchinson Free- Cpt EO TSI, 424-3531 bird Live, 246-BIRD

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FEBRUARY 20 FEBRUARY 23 Slightly Stoopid Plush, 743-1845 The Bridge The Pit, 223-9850 Greensky Bluegrass Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Big Sky Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 FEBRUARY 24 Carry Your Ghost Doozers Pub, 738-8922 The Wedding / The Fold / Eleventyseven / Ocean Keylow / Mr. Al Pete The Pit, 223-9850 is Theory Murray Hill Theatre, 388-3179 Hip Hop Hell’s Annual Freestyle Battle TSI, 424- Automatic Love Letter / A Cursive Memory Jack 3531 Rabbits, 398-7496 Dale Watson Mojo Kitchen (Jacksonville Beach), 247-6636 FEBRUARY 25 Artisan Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 Citizen Cope / Alice Smith Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Karl W. Davis & the Milkmen FCCJ Yulee Cam- pus, 415-5503 FEBRUARY 26 Arlo Guthrie Florida Theatre, 355-5661 FEBRUARY 21 Pontiak Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 Col. Bruce Hampton Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Malcolm Holcombe European Street Listening Hercules / The JV Allstars Doozers Pub, 738-8922 Room, 399-1740 Crypteria / Devour the Dead / Thou Shall Burn / The Procession The Pit, 223-9850 FEBRUARY 27 Ghostwitch Family Band / The Embraced Jack Collie Buddz / Scholars Word Freebird Live, 246- Rabbits, 398-7496 BIRD Red Letter Bullet / Sent By Ravens / The Valkyrie Endangered Feces / Wastedist Doozers Pub, 738- Murray Hill Theatre, 388-3179 8922 Diveplane / 86 Charley / Aeva OC Liquor Store, Scientist of the Week / Kate Nelson Murray Hill 242-8884 Theatre, 388-3179 Lisa and the Mad Hatters Jacksonville Landing, Gil Mantera’s Party Dream / Tigercity TSI, 424- 353-1188 3531 Music for the Birds benefi t concert St. Johns A1A North Jacksonville Landing, 353-1188 County Agricultural Center, 692-1777 upcoming shows Wuden / History / Picayunes Shantytown, 798- FEBRUARY 28 8222 Tannahill Weavers Clay County Fair Grounds, 269- March 2 Elton John & Billy Joel Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 Landshark Café (Jacksonville Beach), 246- 6378 kLoB March 3 Morrissey Florida Theatre, 355-2787 6024 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Freebird Live, 246-BIRD Dubconscious Café Eleven, 460-9311 Lovedrug / Chasing Ghosts Jack Rabbits, 398- March 4 Christian McBride Band Florida Theatre, 355-5661 7496 March 5 Harlem Globetrotters Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 FEBRUARY 22 The Rock-N-Roll Chrome / AVA Doozers Pub, March 6-8 The Hudson Falcons Doozers Pub, 738-8922 738-8922 Harvest of Hope Fest w/Against Me!/ Propagandhi, The Bouncing Souls, Mute Dr. Dog Café Eleven, 460-9311 Lookalive / The Big City Send Out / Mindslip / Math, and more St. Johns Country Fairgrounds (St. Augustine), 471-1965 Jack Rabbits, 398-7496 OC Liquor Store, 242-8884 Jay Nash / Greg Laswell Glorious Gunner March 7 Zac Brown Band Mavericks, 356-1110 Lazerstar / Guardians of the Thickets / Omebi / The Rhythm Cure Band Jacksonville Landing, 353- Mindmirror King St. Laundromat 1188 March 8 Vienna Teng with Haale Florida Theatre, 355-2787 March 9 Ryan Adams and the Cardinals Florida Theatre, 355-5661 March 11 Robin Williams Times Union Center Moran Theater, 633-6110 March 11 Badfi sh Freebird Live, 246-BIRD March 11 Casper & the Cookies TSI, 424-3531 March 13 JSO: Ben Vereen Sings SAMMY! Times-Union Center: Jacoby Hall, 354-5547 March 13 Bonnie Raitt St Augustine Amphitheatre, 471-1965 March 14 Willie Nelson St Augustine Amphitheatre, 471-1965 March 14 Irish Festival w/Rathkeltair, Spade McQuade, Blaggards and more Metro Park March 17 Ani DiFranco Florida Theatre, 355-2787 March 17 Blaggards Lynch’s Irish Pub, 249-5181 March 20 Ron White Times Union Ctr Moran Theater, 633-6110 March 21 Jacksonville Children’s Choir: Bluegrass with David Holt Times-Union Center, 346-1636 March 25 Classic Albums Live: the Beatles: Abbey Road Florida Theatre, 355-2787 March 26-29 Suwannee Springfest w/Donna the Buffalo, the Duhks, The Lee Boys and more Suwannee Music Park March 29 Donna Wissinger and Steven Robinson Thrasher-Horne Center, 276-6750 April 2 Great American Jazz Series: The Mingus Big Band UNF’s Robinson The ater, 620-2864 April 2 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition Florida Theatre, 355-5661 April 3-5 19th Annual Springing the Blues Sea Walk Pavilion, 249-3972 April 4 Cheech & Chong Florida Theatre April 5 Chicago St Augustine Amphitheatre, 471-1965 April 5 Chris Tomlin Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 April 22 Nickelback Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 April 16 Larry the Cable Guy Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 April 17 Joe Cocker St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 471-1965 April 17 Tiempo Libre UNF Fine Arts Center, 620-2878 April 17 Yanni Voices Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, 630-3900 April 18 Classic Albums Live: the Doors: the Doors Florida Theatre, 355-2787 April 24 The Beach Boys St Augustine Amphitheatre, 471-1965 April 28 Ray Lamontagne The Florida Theatre, 355-2787 May 24 The Ten Tenors Times-Union Center: Moran Theatre, 633-6110

34 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 35 36 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly gaining notoriety St. Augustine Amphitheatre may snag Red Rock Award by mischele miller

The massive stage is now vacant, replaced by a symphony of crickets and birds chirping in the sur- rounding trees. Remnants of props used for Winter Wonderland are being collected for storage and the Amphitheatre is being prepared for its next big event, Art Garfunkel and the JSO in early February. Just one year after extensive renovations, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre has been nominated for the prestigious Pollstar Red Rock Award, presented to the best of the best outdoor venues with less than 10,000 seats. The award will be given January 30th in Los Angeles at Club Nokia. The awards have a twenty-year history and have covered everything from Innovation of the Year for the 1988 Benefi t Telethon and Most Creative Stage Production (Blue Man Group in 2003) to Best Small Outdoor Venue, re-named the Red Rock Award in honor of Colorado’s venue, which has won the award several times. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre’s capacity is 4,000, which makes it the smallest venue nominated. The Amphitheatre will be competing against Chastain Park Amphitheatre in Atlanta, the Filene Center in Virginia, the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, CA and the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Just being nominated for the Red Rock Award will place the Amphitheatre in a new realm, gaining notoriety and respect. Artists who want to play the best will want to play at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. “We have a very small staff, we work very hard and the nomination for the award makes it all worth- while,” says Dan Larson, Marketing and Promotions Manager. Since most of the ticket money comes from out of town, national recognition of the Ampitheatre like the Red Rock Award nomination will bring more revenue into St. Johns County and help the facility con- tinue to to offer their events at very affordable prices, something they take great satisfaction in. A regular concert will bring in 70% of its revenue from the out-of-towners and that means money pouring into St. Augustine. People will stay in motels, eat and shop while they visit. In the past year, many renowned per- formers have graced the stage in the nation’s oldest city. The likes of Kid Rock, Steve Miller Band, ZZ Top, George Thorogood, the Beach Boys, Modest Mouse and Tony Bennett have all performed at the Amphithe- atre. Larson’s eyes gleam with pride as he talks about the venue and the work that went into making it a sucess: “St. Augustine Amphitheatre is the hot new Amphitheatre in the country. It is stiff competition, but we are in it to win. We defi nitely have something special. This past year has been phenomenal and we are very proud of it... One of the great things about this past year is that we broke even on expenses, we actu- ally made money on the fi rst year of operations, which is a great feat.” While breaking even doesn’t sound like a feat, it is not uncommon for venues to have a long history of losing money before ever breaking even and going on to make a profi t. Award or no award, the staff at the Amphitheatre have pulled a rabbit out of a hat, on second thought, make that an elephant. Ryan Dettra, the facility’s General Manager, admits that operating the Amphitheatre in a government setting is a “tough challenge.” “We are actually the cultural division of St. Johns County and the Cultural Events Division of St. Johns County, so we also manage the St. Johns County Fairgrounds. We have several great events coming up next year. It’s going to be phenomenal.” Asked about his goals for the Amphitheatre, Ryan doesn’t miss a beat and enthusiastically declares his intention to establish the Amphitheatre as one of the top facilities worldwide. No doubt Ryan Dettra and Dan Larson will make this happen. Striving to be the best is something these two take very seriously. Dettra is well known to music lovers in St. Augustine because of the great musicians he’s showcased at Café Eleven. He brings that expertise of booking top talent to the county’s venues. One event Ryan is most looking forward to is the Harvest of Hope Festival, a 3-day event at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds, held March 6th through the 8th. He hopes to make this an annual event (like Winter Wonderland). See page 30 for more information on this not-to-be-missed event. Ryan’s pet project is Winter Wonderland, which boasts the only outdoor ice-skating rink in Florida, along with ice-slides, sleigh rides and s’mores over bonfi res. Over 50,000 people attending the event last year. Upcoming performers for Ampitheatre include Art Garfunkel and the JSO, Bonnie Raitt with Ryan Shaw, Willie Nelson, Chicago, Joe Cocker and the Beach Boys. It’s been a positive experience for the performers who have visited the Ampitheatre in the past. Says Larson, “Steve Miller absolutely loved the acoustics and O.A.R. wants to come back. Everybody wants to be a part of the Amphitheatre. It is one hot commodity!” Out of curiosity, I asked Dan if any of the bands had any peculiar requests. He chuckled, telling me that Widespread Panic’s rider in their contract specifi cally states: “Everybody must have a smile on their face at all times and the food must have lively and colorful adjectives in their names.” One thing’s for sure, everyone in St. Augustine will have lots to smile about if the Amphitheatre is granted recognition as the best of the best. Here’s hoping they bring home the Pollstar Red Rock Award.

eujacksonville.com | FEBRUARY 2009 37 38 FEBRUARY 2009 | eu jacksonville monthly Under the Sea at the The World presentation. This is the first digitally remastered FEBRUARY SPECIAL Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater Hollywood release that will include sequences actually shot with an IMAX® camera. Rated PG- MOVIE SHOWINGS 13. Coming Feb. 13 Under the Sea will transport moviegoers to some of the most exotic and February 3 Tru Loved A teenage daughter of isolated undersea locations on Earth, including lesbian mothers, Tru struggles at her new high Southern Australia, New Guinea and others in the school as an outsider until high school quarter- Indo-Pacific region. Narrated by Jim Carrey, mov- back Lodell takes an interest in her. This narrative iegoers will experience face-to-face encounters feature film with some of the most mysterious and stunning explores the themes of love and acceptance that creatures of the sea on the largest IMAX screen we all seek. The film also features an exciting and in North Florida. For film schedules and ticket eclectic soundtrack from legendary musicians information, visit wgv.com or call 940-IMAX. such as Melissa Etheridge, Rufus Wainwright, The World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater is Janis Ian and Roslyn Kind, as well as up-and- located in St. Augustine off I-95, exit 323. comers like Sheva and Lanky. Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmakers presented by the FCCJ Artist Series. Kent Campus Auditorium – 7 pm, Info: 632-3373 or artistseries.fccj.org

Feb. 9 Monthly Meeting of The International Laurel & Hardy Appreciation Society Movies to be screened at the meeting: the silent newsreel Grand Hotel: The 1932 L&H Tour, the news short A Ship’s Reporterr (1950), where Oliver Hardy is interviewed and L&H’s only TV appearance, on a 1955 segment of This Is Your Life. Pablo Creek Library, 13295 Beach Blvd. 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Info: 246-0312 or leaveemlaughingtent.com

Not Just for Baby Boomers Film Series Enjoy free showings of Boomers’ favorite films on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month at 5:45 p.m. in the Main Library’s Hicks Auditorium. Info: 630-1741. February 12 Casablanca Classic film set in unoccupied Africa during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. February 26 A Raisin in the Sun A substantial insurance payment could mean either financial salvation or personal ruin for a poor black family.

Through Feb. 22 The Dark Knight To coincide with the height of the Academy Award voting, Warner Bros. Pictures’ The Dark Knight will open again at the IMAX Theater for an encore

AROUND THE WORLD IN FILM AT THEATRE MOCA

MOCA will be showing award-winning fi lms from the Jacksonville Film Festival on Thurs- days at 7:30 pm. Cost is $6 for Members; $8 for Non-Members; or purchase the new MOCA Series Pass at $42 for Members ($54 Value) and $56 Non Members ($72 Value). Info: 366-6911 ×208.

February 5 DOHAA (Dark Waters) Winner- Best International Feature Film at 2008 Jack- sonville Film Festival. Set in rural western India, Dark Waters, is the story of physical lust and its horrifi c consequences for two tender lives. Based on the Marathi novella Kaleshar Pani by noted author H.M. Marathe, the fi lm presents a portrait of an impover- ished rural life in India.

February 12 FAMILIA TORTUGA (Turtle Family) A tender, moving story about a family of three generations in modern day Mexico.

February 19 UNRELATED Lonely forty- something Anna is childless and her unhappy marriage is crumbling. A holiday with old friends teases her with glimpses of a jubilant life she could have lived. As sexual tensions bubble under the surface, Anna faces new opportunities, but must come to terms with old problems.

February 26 HOMELAND Despite their dif- ferences, Kobi and Leila fall in love, but can this love overcome the ancient hatreds and unhealed wounds dividing Israelis and Pales- tinians?

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