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APRIL 2013 FIERCELY LOCAL NEWS, FIERCELY LOCAL READERS Volume 7, Issue 4 RIVERSIDE • ORTEGA • AVONDALE • MURRAY HILL Record turnout for annual River Celebration and Cleanup The 18th annual River Celebration and Cleanup was a success by every measure. There were 50 cleanup sites (up from 30 sites in 2012) over greater Jacksonville. The numbers include 1,183 volunteers (also up from 1,002) who gave 3,442 hours on a Saturday morning, collecting 1,154 bags of trash from the river banks, storm drains and streets, in addition to 158 tires, six mattresses, three shopping carts, two bicycles and two dump trucks full of invasive plant species, among other oddities. People came out in organized groups or on their own to help keep our city and its neighborhoods beautiful. Of note, the four new Riverside/ Avondale check-in sites together tallied 453 volunteers (38 percent) of the total volunteers. See more photos ...... page 6

Cummer holds 34th annual ball Members and guests swung to the tunes of The Tangee Renee Band on Mar. 16 at the annual live auction and ball at Students participate in River Run The Cummer Museum of Art & North Florida School of Special Education had 14 students with varying Gardens. Chairpersons Suzanne intellectual disabilities participate in the Gate River Run on Mar. 9, for the Hinckley and Chris Hieb second year. The students, who range in age from 10-21 years, have a mantra of “Never Say Never” inspired by the popular Justin Bieber song of the same planned the exciting evening name. Director of NFSSE Sally Hazelip and running coaches, Ellen Hiser and from start to finish, which Garrett Opper, along with Adaptive PE coach Amber Bixler, encouraged the included the opportunity for team to master The Green Monster and cross the finish line together. Hiser said, “These students trained in rain, heat and cold running countless Grand Benefactors to adopt a laps on our school’s track to prepare for the run. We could not be more proud work of art in the Museum’s of their perseverance and for overcoming the challenges they face with their collection for one year. varying intellectual and physical disabilities...... page 22

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Editor’s Note: The Resident honors those who made a Former pastor, Saints Above difference in our lives and who now rest as saints above. Hospice founder Florence Kori Isaac Railsback – 2/1/1925 – 3/17/2013 passes at 73 The Rev. Long-time Avondale resident and Railsback attended St. John’s Paul Brenner, acclaimed interior designer Florence Presbyterian Church for 58 years and a pastor and Railsback died on St. Patrick’s Day at was a member of the Woman’s Club musician who age 88. Railsback was well known for of Jacksonville and Riverside Garden founded her talent in interior design and was an Club. She was featured in the first Community active member of the American Society issue of The Resident News in Hospice of of Interior Design for over 40 years. January 2007 as Resident of the Northeast She was employed in interior decorat- Month, where she shared, “I loved Florida in 1979, died Feb. 22 under ing by May-Cohens (where she sold the what I did. Do what you love.” hospice care at his home in San most business in the history of the store She is survived by her son Fred Francisco. Rev. Brenner, who had in Jacksonville) and Jones Bros. and Isaac, Jr., Chancellor of the Diocesan cancer, was 73. He served Grace later opened her own design firm, Council, and daughter Janet Blacker, Lutheran Church in Riverside from Florence's Interior Design. Passionate principal and director at Christ 1966-1976. He left parish ministry about interior design, Railsback tackled Episcopal Church Preschool, as well to specialize in hospice ministry, everything from large estate homes to as four grandchildren, two great- establishing and serving as CEO of corporate offices to yachts and inns. grandchildren and a brother, Community Hospice, one of the She also drew the plans for her own Cromwell Kori, and a sister, Sophie oldest in the United States and the beach house. K. Farris. first in Florida to be certified by Medicare. The hospice was funded Virginia Wood – Accomplished artist, noted therapist when Brenner mortgaged his home to buy a restaurant in 5 Points; he received no salary for the first two loses battle to Alzheimer’s disease years of the organization. BY VICTORIA REGISTER-FREEMAN Gini’s husband, Dr.Wayne Wood, OD, provided another RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS glimpse of the multi-faceted woman that had been his wife when he thanked her yoga friends, her piano teacher, and Husband of Virginia “Gini” Ann Wood passed away peacefully on the Hospice workers for the parts they had played in his Wednesday, Mar. 20, 2013. On Mar. 24 a Celebration of wife’s journey with Alzheimer’s. St. Catherine’s Life honored her memory at the Riverside Avenue In addition to her husband Wayne, Gini is survived by Christian Church. The celebration featured many of the her three children, David Browning of Tallahassee, FL; things she cherished: family, friends, art and music. Angela Browning of Neptune Beach; and Robert Rector Suellau The Rev. Kent Dorsey spoke of Gini’s gentleness and Browning of Winter Park, FL. She is also survived by her eye for beauty. He believed her stepchildren Grady and Sarah Webb- dies love for Impressionism enabled her to Wood and two grandsons, Pierce and The Rev. David I. Suellau, 82, of see beyond the surface, a trait that Jack Browning of Tallahassee. Orange Park died at home on Jan. served her well as a respected psy- Jazz clarinetist Morton Perry closed 27. He survived by his wife Rev. chotherapist who was particularly pas- the celebration of Gini’s life with a Nancy Shebs sionate about working with children. stirring rendition of “Amazing Grace.” Suellau, rector of She had returned to formal education As friends and family filed out of the St. Catherine’s later in life, receiving her B.A. and church to the reception at the Woods’ Episcopal M.A. in psychology from the home, several individuals commented Church, two University of North Florida. on Dr. Wood’s reading of Mary daughters, a son, One of Gini’s paintings graced the Oliver’s poem that asks each individ- three grandchil- church altar because she was an ual, “What are you going to do with dren and a sister. accomplished artist who had exhibited your one wild and wonderful life?” Suellau served as a U.S. Marine her work at Art after Dark and in Crowd consensus seemed to be that during the Korean War as an M-46 numerous local galleries. Until the last photo by Kirk Chamberlain Gini Wood, who had studied with tank driver. In June of 1965, David two weeks of her life her friends would visit and paint Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, renowned writer on death and was ordained an Episcopal priest, with her. The altar painting featured a small European dying, had packed her own wild and wonderful life full of serving as the assistant rector of home on lush grounds, a reminder that she had loved gar- grace, beauty, lifelong learning, kindness, and concern for Emmanuel Episcopal Church in dening, traveling, photography as well as spending time others. As her son Robert noted, even when she lost the Orlando, FL. From 1968-1975 he with family and friends. power of speech, she leaned over and picked a flower and served as Rector of the Church of “She was so open and enthusiastic,” said Bruce Musser, handed it to a caregiver she thought she had offended. the Good Shepherd, Maitland. In owner of Hair Peace Salon. “She invited me and a friend The family has requested that donations be made in 1975, Rev. Suellau served as Rector to tour her house with its incredible art. She told us the Gini’s name to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in stories of the various pieces and encouraged us to handle or the Alzheimer’s Association. DeLand, FL, retiring in 1994. the artifacts. It was a day to remember.” Traditions is Moving!

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PAGE 4 APRIL 2013 Patrons “mad” about Murray Number Hunter project Hill Library invited to on stage at One Spark fundraiser Lest you think that One Spark ple, did you know that binary code Fundraising and advocacy can be Draper and Peggy Olson [referring projects are only about the arts, was invented by an African tribe in fun, as friends of the Murray Hill to characters on Mad Men], we can here’s one that Mali – and they Library will find out at 8 p.m. on engage supporters in a novel way could change the still use it today?” Apr. 7 at Blue Fish Restaurant in that allows them to be entertained face of math edu- Glen needed Avondale. A watch party of the and enlightened.” cation for inner funding, though, Season 6 premiere of AMC’s popu- Petitions are currently available at city children. The to develop her lar Mad Men series will be hosted The Growing Tree at 1080 S. Number Hunter, a One Spark presen- by Friends of the Murray Hill Edgewood Ave. for those who are fun, educational tation. For that Library (FMHL) to raise awareness unable to attend the Mad Men party web-based show she turned to – along with donations – of the non- but wish to sign a petition for the for preteens, will Kickstarter, an binding straw ballot petition current- non-binding ballot proposal (hours be front and center online funding ly circulating. The petition will help are Tues-Fri 9:30-4:30 and Sat 10- at The Landing platform for cre- during One Spark, ative projects. gauge public interest in allowing 3). Details of the petition may be Stephanie Duval County voters to establish an viewed at SaveJaxLibraries.com. Apr. 17-21. Glen The Number independent tax district for libraries. “This is a multi-faceted move- According to Hunter project If passed, the taxes will create a ment that needs our support in many Stephanie Glen, a mathematician exceeded its dedicated revenue stream for ways,” said Meeks, who plans to and creative writer, The Number $2,500 goal by Jacksonville’s public library system. incorporate social networking to Hunter is a cross between “Bill Nye, mid-March and FMHL vice president of social bring FMHL greater visibility the Science Guy” and “The Glen’s team began filming for the media John Meeks, Jr., said “I want through Facebook and Twitter. He Crocodile Hunter.” One Spark five-minute, promotional our guests to be able to make a dif- has created a Twitter account “We want to do for math what Bill video. ference in our community in a mean- (@FMHLJAX) that he plans to use Nye did for science! Each episode For a preview of the project, visit ingful way that fosters literacy and for immediate communication to introduces one topic in math and http://www.kickstarter.com/ learning for everyone in Duval supplement the existing Facebook explores it in an original and adven- projects/564889170/the-number- County. If we can sweeten the pot group. turous way,” said Glen. “For exam- hunter-promo. with a chance to party with Don Can’t wait to get Mellow? Residents may be wondering what’s going on with the Mellow Mushroom in Avondale. According to owner John Valentino, they are almost finished with the construction drawings and are hoping to submit them to the city for permits by the middle of April. “We recently presented the interior elevations to a design review board in Atlanta,” said Valentino. “I feel good about our plans at this point and look forward to starting construction soon.” Stay tuned for updates on the demolishing of the gas station at the corner of St. Johns Blvd. and Ingleside Avenue and the construction of the area’s newest restaurant APRIL 2013 PAGE 5 Boyer speaks against another Mobility Fee moratorium What does it mean for businesses, however, are worried that the guy on the backhoe or the one the earlier moratorium, she indicated without the fee, many of the infra- slinging a hammer over the guy who that she has not seen the expected taxpayers? structural niceties – like sidewalks, bus wants a bike path,” said Clark. results and would have “a real prob- stops and bicycle lanes – would not be But Councilman-at-large John lem shifting the cost of infrastructure BY KATE A. HALLOCK funded, to the detriment of the city’s Crescimbeni expressed concern about needs to everyone else.” RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS livability. a three-year moratorium, “I don’t Council members in support of the Those speaking at the meeting in think it’s prudent to land-bank parcels new three-year moratorium, such as For the hundred or so citizens who support of Clark’s bill included Curtis for two to five years when there are at-large member Robin Lumb, felt that deigned to attend the Mar. 11 joint Hart, a local builder, as over 13,000 lots the waiver was necessary to move jobs committee meeting of the City well as Wyman Dugan, ready to be devel- in construction. “No other industry has Council’s Rules, Finance and TEU representative for “This is a zero-sum oped.” taken such a hit as construction,” he committees, the two-and-a-half hour Fairfield Residential The original goal said. “With a mobility fee, what is the session on Mobility Fees didn’t get Development. Some of game. If the fees are of the Mobility Plan, rationale for building more?” interesting until nearly the end. their points included according to City Love said, in a separate interview, That’s when District 5 that the assessed mobil- not paid…future Council President “If the fee is not paid [by developers], Councilwoman Lori Boyer spoke. And ity fee often exceeded Bill Bishop, was to there are two choices. One, take everyone listened. the cost of the lot; that broaden the base by money from general funds for side- Prior to her turn at the microphone, only 8% of the fee con- generations will requiring all devel- walks and bicycle lanes and then not the session heard voices from both tributed to the infra- opers to pay in and have it for something else, or two, sides of the ongoing 2030 Mobility structure amenities, and pay for it.” to lower the per capi- don’t build roads. And that leads to Plan argument: to waive or not to that the calculation just ta fees. “The goal over-utilization of current roads.” waive. The prior one-year moratorium wasn’t fair, based on Lori Boyer was to incentivize At the end of the day the joint com- expired Oct. 11, 2012 on the plan that overestimated traffic District 5 Councilwoman infill [developing on mittee deferred the vote for the three- had been approved in 2009 by City counts (which are actu- previously platted year waiver, but two action items were Council to replace the mandated con- ally decreasing due to high gas prices vacant parcels] and dis-incentivize put forward. Bishop offered to con- currency system. and job losses, according to Hart). building out [new parcels].” vene an ad hoc committee of both Subsequently, District 3 The mantle on the bill’s opposing What does another moratorium council members and community Councilman Richard Clark sponsored side was taken up by Doug Skiles, mean to area residents? Boyer put it members to come up with a better a proposal (2013-94) that would enact EnVision Engineering + Design. He best. “This is a zero-sum game. If we method of calculating the fees. a three-year moratorium on fees paid acknowledged that his was an unusual don’t charge the fee [to developers], Crescimbeni would like to work with by developers of residential dwellings position for a civil engineer and land the public will have to pay. Both both sides to negotiate a temporary (not including apartment buildings). use architect, but Skiles has been a developers and homeowners are sitting agreement to the proposed moratori- Developers have been opposed to proponent for positions and actions on properties that have suffered losses um. The latter item would probably be the 2030 Mobility Plan – at least in its that work together to make in investment, but the homeowner accomplished soonest. current calculated fee configuration – Jacksonville a people-friendly city. doesn’t get a break. If the fees are not I think the deferral was a good claiming that the industry hardest hit Bill sponsor Clark stated that a paid, this will be one of those deci- idea,” said Love. “It will give us time by the economic recession needs a mobility fee, at this time, would choke sions that will require future genera- to review the plan.” break. They would welcome another the momentum of the building indus- tions to pay for it,” she said. In the meantime, mobility fees are moratorium on paying the fee. try and create one more financial hur- Although Boyer, along with District currently in force for any new projects Citizens, community groups and dle to get homes built. “I will choose 14 Councilman Jim Love, supported under development. PAGE 6 APRIL 2013 School zone speed limits in Ortega not always obeyed Councilman Love responds traffic must observe a 15 mph limit, in the past year when motorists tial areas as they approach and depart to residents’ complaints are also when late-comers are break- turned off McGirts onto Ionic, using from our school. This is a message ing the rules. “Drivers coming off that quiet little street as a shortcut to that all schools must handle proac- McGirts onto Ionic are in a hurry to pick up children at after-school day- tively and with which we take very BY KATE A. HALLOCK drop off children in the morning or care at St. Mark’s. seriously.” RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS pick them up at the end of the school Unobserving children and unwary Councilman Love sent his obser- day,” she said. “Then, the break in animals are the most likely to vations to William Joyce, Chief of Eight o’clock on a school day the school zones caus- encounter drivers who are, Engineering and Construction morning last month found District 14 es drivers to speed at best, simply Management for the City of Councilman Jim Love surveying up for a short preoccupied Jacksonville, to see what remedies the traffic speeding through stretch or, at worst, could be put into place along Baltic not one, but two, school before flagrantly and McGirts. One solution Love zones along Baltic hav- disobedient made is to simply extend the school Street. of the law. zone from one end of Baltic at Ionic Love was While Love to the other at Princeton Avenue; responding to observed the drivers would have to observe the 15 complaints morning traffic mph limit for two-tenths of a mile about drivers along Baltic without a break between the schools. that do not Street, two chil- Installing a flashing yellow light to observe the dren on bicycles catch the attention of drivers is twice-a-day attempted to cross another possibility as is erecting school zone without pausing to “Slow, Children” signs, while the speeds for St. allow Lee, working last, and most unpopular, would be Mark’s as the morning speed bumps. Episcopal crossing guard that “The problem with speed bumps is Day School day, to stop oncom- that no one likes them, especially and the ing traffic. She during the hours when school is not Ortega quickly halted both in session, which is the majority of Elementary the cyclists and an the time,” said Love. School. ing to slow down again. Sometimes oncoming car. The councilman had also proposed The enforcement times differ by they don’t slow down.” Lee said, “We have already com- a roundabout at McGirts where it about 15 minutes for the schools. Residents on McGirts Blvd. and municated (and will continue to do meets Corinthian and Manitou Assistant Head of St. Mark’s Karen Ionic Ave. have reported that two so) to our families about the impor- avenues, which will help slow down Lee noted that those times, when animals were killed and one child hit tance of being aware of the residen- speed limit scofflaws. Cleaning the River a thing of pride and joy Mayor Alvin Brown bagged trash at the Northbank Riverwalk cleanup site

Jay Burnett of Bold Bean Coffe Front, District 14 Councilman Jim Love, Mayor Alvin Brown, Chris said, “I’m a Buckley of Keep Jacksonville Beautiful and Lisa Rinaman, St. Johns recreational Riverkeeper; back: John Shellhorn of Clean It Up, Green It Up, and cigarette butt Jimmy Orth, Executive Director, St. Johns Riverkeeper picker-upper.”

The Junior League of Jacksonville picked up trash in the 5 Points Historic District and surrounding streets: Front, Will Waller and Jaden Patel with Shannon Davis, Leslie Navidi and Kathy Waller; rear: Rakesh Patel, April Patterson, Megan Dodd, Boy Scout Troop 2 has been participating in the River Celebration and Clean-up since the inception of the event, always at the Fishweir Creek loca- Malana and Becky Patel, tion. Taking part in the 2013 event were James Baker, Jared Carter, Mason Doherty, Reid Hampton, Spencer Huie, Karsten Hunger, Reese Kalka, Ginger Longmire and Max Klavon, Corbin Lowe, Oliver Michelsen, Sam Michelsen, John Monteleone, Trent Newton, Gannon Nolan, James Payne, Gabriel Perry, Andrew Janice Rice. Russell, Pete Russell, John Wright Stanly, Jack Swinson, Grant Wallace, Hunter Warner, Ben Watson, and Caleb Watson. Troop leaders included Alan Wilson, Chris Michelson, Brent Klavon, Tom Swinson, Joe Wood, and Todd Brown.

PAGE 8 APRIL 2013 Priceless experience helps grow St. Vincent’s Fine Arts Festival One local artist helps to brought in some work to be featured in “With regard to this festival, I think alike. Entertainment will be brought in his gallery and he asked her thoughts it’s kind of neat that some of the people by Daren Ronan of the Ronan School build a team, a foundation on an idea. Ken was looking for some that I was working with, in 1981, are of Music, health screenings will be support while trying to doing this festival and done on site with the St. Vincent’s If there’s one thing local artist and build momentum for a new have been doing it for Mobile Healthcare Unit and cash Jacksonville native Cookie Davis art festival, a festival in the last three years,” awards will be given to artists in six knows how to do, it’s how to put on an Boone Park. “He rolled out said Cookie. Her list categories- best of show and best of outdoor art festival. After all, the the plans and showed me includes her longtime category. Murray Hill resident and longtime artist what he had in mind,” she friends and fellow A juried art competition will be has been participating in art festivals said. “Oh, now this is artists Bill Slade, whom judged by local artist Suzanne for years, first as an emerging artist and something I know how to she refers to as a ‘glass Schuenke, Ph.D and internationally now as a seasoned event organizer and do!” That was three years guy’ and his son Jon, acclaimed artist and art historian co-chair. ago, and one can easily Myra Schick, her best Christie Holchek, program manager for For Cookie Davis, the best part of say- the rest is history. friend, neighbor and admired cerami- Art in Public Places. The St. Vincent’s this year’s St. Vincent’s Foundation Art Stutes found a confidante, as Cookie cist, Tim Bullard, a well known, skilled Healthcare Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival 2013 is the opportunity to tell had a passion for the former Riverside potter and Melissa Russell, a metal and Festival 2013 is free and open to the the story behind the story. It’s a story of Art Festival and she knew how to get wood sculptor. public and will be held April 20 and 21, a meeting she had with Ken Stutes of things done. Her story dates back to “I think the most important thing to 2013 in Boone Park in Avondale and is Avondale Artworks. She had just 1981, to a time when young Cookie me- and I’m really big on this is presented by the Avondale Merchants Davis was working the Riverside Art ‘emerging artists’- new artists having Association. Festival. Her hard work and diligence opportunities. I try to find opportunities caught the attention of Myrtice Craig, to encourage young people to partici- We heart art then executive director of Riverside pate, you can’t sell anything if you’ve The annual Jacksonville Fine Arts Festival, Avondale Preservation. Craig, realizing got it under your bed or in your closet,” produced by the Avondale Merchants her potential tapped her to serve as she quipped about her desire to help. Association, Inc., with generous financial sup- chairman of the Riverside Art Festival One thing is for sure, Cookie is port from St Vincent’s Healthcare Foundation, alongside Ed Pratt-Danals. “We were unselfish and wishes to recognize as takes place at Boone Park, Saturday, Apr. 20, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. / Sunday, Apr. 21, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. both [she and Pratt-Danals] working many participants as possible, realizing artists at the time and he was teaching the most important element; funding Garden Club/Artists Guild school, I think, and he was a photogra- from St. Vincent’s HealthCare. Along team up for art show, gala pher. It was so much fun and every now with Stutes, her co-chair, she has Floral designers and artists will compete in and then I look back and think- ‘Oh my worked long hours with Diane Garcia, a juried show at the Garden Club of god, I can’t believe we did that’.” president of the Avondale Merchants Jacksonville, co-sponsored with the Cookie now finds herself in a differ- Association, and other members of the Jacksonville Artists Guild in early May. Art in ent place as an artist, aging gracefully association and participating restau- Bloom will open on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4. Each exhibit will be displayed and bringing great minds together to rants. Biscotti’s, The Brick, Florida in a unique setting ranging from traditional to help grow the event. With Stutes by her Creamery, Let Them Eat Cake and contemporary. The Garden Club will host side and many of her favorite friends, Mojo BBQ will all be stationed Gala in the Garden on May 3, at 5 p.m. For she’s helped drive the momentum in throughout the venue to deliver hot, information about the event, contact Robin at (904) 355-4224 or visit www.gardenclubof this third year of planning. fresh food to festival goers and artists jacksonville.org.

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BY KATE A. HALLOCK The JEA has kept the work area to RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS a minimum to reduce impact to the area, especially near the busy inter- Despite the nearly non-existent sections near King Street and turnout by area residents at the JEA’s Riverside Avenue. “We want to make Feb. 28 informational town meeting, sure we keep traffic congestion construction began on Mar. 13 at around St. Vincent’s hospital to a Barrs Street and Riverside Avenue. minimum and avoid having two Due to the low attendance, where detours on one road,” Corcoran project officials outnumbered resi- explained. “In our experience, com- dents two to one, the JEA sent out a muters become very frustrated with second mailing the week before con- multiple detours in close proximity.” struction began in a continuing effort Once the project moves down the to keep the community informed. Riverside Avenue towards I-95 Once the portion up through (working during the day), residents Cindy VanVleck of Murray Hill, and her Great Pyrenees Rosie and Bennie, walked for Canine Epilepsy Resources on Mar. 16.) Peninsular Place is completed, the will see multiple crews working to contractor will drop back to expedite the work. One crew will Walkers, joggers, kids, dogs and babies in strollers were out in Avondale Avenue and work towards complete the prep/rehab work while force on Mar. 16 for the annual Epilepsy Foundation® of Florida’s St. Vincent’s Hospital (Kings Street). the other installs the new pipe. 5K Walk. Teams walking in memory of loved ones came from all According to Gregory Corcoran, “Each block will be different as parts of Florida and Georgia to raise money for awareness and JEA Project Outreach Coordinator, each has its own challenges from a research. The walk, which started in Riverside’s Memorial Park “The contractor is currently on utility, traffic and customer impact schedule and everything is going standpoint. We want to make sure and ended at The Landing, raised more than $24,000 from nearly very well. The contractor is trying to we lessen the impact to area resi- 40 teams. get most of the night work complet- dents and businesses as much as ed first. We hope to be finished with possible,” said Corcoran. “It is a the evening work in the next 30 delicate balancing act.” days.”

7-Eleven to occupy former restaurant space at Barrs and Riverside At the same time that St. Vincent’s Medical Center and nearby residents and businesses are monitoring the progress of the JEA’s water and sewer replacement project on Riverside, they are also watching the renovation of the former International Grill for eventual occupancy by 7-Eleven Convenience Stores. Fernando Acosta-Rua, manager of Prado Walk LLC, said that 7-Eleven will be great for the community. “Their new stores are upscale and more refined, a good fit for that neighborhood,” Acosta-Rua stated. “They are not the stores you remember from 20 years ago. We’re pleased to have two A-rated tenants (along with LabCorp.) in that building.” The 7-Eleven company has leased the space in the Prado Walk shopping center for five years with four 5-year options to renew and is expected to open the 3,137-square foot store by mid-May.

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Additionally, the Strategic Plan DCPS Strategic Plan almost mirrors indicates addressing the needs of all students with multiple opportunities ONE by ONE Community Agreement for enrichment compared to the Community Agreement priority of Dr. Vitti also noted that district Three out of four priori- Dr. Nikolai Vitti and Marsha Oliver ensuring that students have education- funds have to follow at-risk students, al opportunities in art, music, counsel- ties directly reflected providing extra wrap-around services ing and vocational education. The last for those below grade level. While action item in the Board’s Strategic BY KATE A. HALLOCK core academic subjects (reading, Plan for “developing the whole child” RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS math, science and writing) are the was to encourage positive foundation of learning, he stated that behavior, respect toward others and to Following the Feb. 21st release of electives in arts, music and athletics the Duval County School Board’s ensure safe environments throughout Deirdre Connor and Trey Csar the school district versus ONE by Strategic Plan draft – which almost Vitti. “While we are trying to ONE’s desire to prepare students for a directly reflects the priorities of the reduce suspensions, we do have global world as a moral obligation. ONE by ONE Community Agreement to create a progressive discipline The one goal out of four that was – the public was invited to attend any plan and a code of conduct, and not totally reflected by the School of three community meetings to embrace technology to communi- Board’s Strategic Plan was that of review the Board’s plan, provide feed- cate and document problems. We policy and political reform. ONE by back and ask questions. need to change the culture.” ONE’s desire is for autonomy, flexi- Fletcher High School was the first Comments from audience bility and local control; transparency; venue, where approximately 100 were members who identified them- use of research and evidence-based in attendance to hear what Duval selves as a member of the practices, and highly qualified, County School Superintendent Dr. Substance Abuse Coalition, an in- help to build a child’s self-confidence responsive and informed elected offi- Nikolai P. Vitti had to say about the school suspension teacher, a district so he or she can then tackle the harder cials. Alternatively, the Strategic Strategic Plan. The crowd was a little coordinator for the Farm to School core subjects. Plan’s fourth goal was the equitable smaller at the subsequent meeting at Program, and a district counselor had “If I could change one thing in and efficient use of resources to Riverside’s Lee High School while common ground: identify the root Public Education, it would be to build ensure that the use of district funds is the final meeting at Andrew Jackson cause of the disruption (that is, schools that don’t treat students like transparent, strategic and aligned, to High School counted 230 in atten- whether it stems widgets in a factory dance. from health or on a conveyer belt,” distribute district-wide programs and The numbers look small for such nutrition issues, he shared with the resources in an equitable manner, and an important issue, but when you con- substance abuse, “If I could change one audience. “Schools to deploy information technology that sider that less than 200 members of lack of self-confi- are built for aca- supports the academic needs of all the community came together for the dence or parental thing…it would be to build demics and if you students, teachers and district staff. Jacksonville Public Education Fund’s support, etc.), [the student] don’t To view and compare the other ONE by ONE Community Agreement work with teach- schools that don’t treat get it, you’re left goals of both the DCPS Board and the Convention in early January, these ers to develop an behind and pushed Jacksonville Public Education Fund’s subsequent meetings indicate that the Individual students like widgets.” aside.” ONE by ONE Community interest – and the passion – is still Education Plan During the three Agreement, visit jaxpef.org/news. there. for the child, and Dr. Nikolai Vitti community meet- To show support for the priorities Attended by teachers, parents and use appropriate Duval County School Superintendent ings at which he of ONE by ONE, community mem- interested community members, the intervention presented the plan, bers are urged to ratify the town hall meetings provided an according to the Vitti stressed a Community Agreement. The goal for opportunity for tough questions to be diagnosis. focus on the first priority: Educate the ratification of ONE by ONE’s petition asked. At the Lee High School meet- “The district will be looking into Whole Child. The Board’s Strategic was 2,000 signatures; as of March 20, ing, parents expressed concerns about wellness plans, and develop a menu of Plan wants to facilitate and align effec- the number was 2,068. You can still classroom discipline and disruptive options for teachers to use and to sug- tive wrap-around services for students ratify online at www.jaxpef.org. On students, stating that teachers don’t gest to parents [for suspected sub- based on needs, similar to the ONE by Saturday, May 4, an event will be held feel they have the support of adminis- stance abuse],” Vitti said. “Diagnoses ONE Community Agreement which to move the conversation into an trators to address the disruption. and intervention needs to begin at the looks for individualized instruction to action plan. “I believe we’ve gone too far too kindergarten level in order to address meet unique needs of each child. fast with inclusion,” responded Dr. disruption.” FYC to run double courses in April The Florida Yacht Club will host two events the weekend of Apr. 13-14. Boaters will compete in the Snipe Tea Party or the Cowford Cup (420s, Radials, Optis). A Friday evening reception and BBQ will be held at Lamb’s Yacht Center and on Saturday evening the Yacht Club will host a shrimp dinner. Sailors are coming from fleets in Massachusetts, Atlanta, Charleston, Savannah, and across Florida for both events. Separate courses will be run for the Optis on one course and the Snipes, 420’s and Radials on a second course. Snipe crews are needed, so contact Deb Fewell at [email protected] if you’re interested in racing. APRIL 2013 PAGE 11 Attendance down for third JAX2025 event JCCI brings millennials But downtown & statement to help determine suc- Riverside has attracted 20 to 25 into the conversation cess measurements: livable, restaurants, which has played a BY ABIGAIL WRIGHT neighborhoods a walkable, safe, business power- key role in the success of the RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS house, entrepreneurial spirit, neighborhood.” Networking as a young adult can be crucial for “making it” lively topic in the business world. Long lasting professional relationships first-class arts, culture, sports Skinner, an architect, felt that require a certain amount of rapport that can sometimes be and unique shopping. Downtown could be revitalized difficult to establish. Attending events sponsored by up and BY KATE A. HALLOCK “Our walkability score is “if we narrow the focus on the coming groups, like JCCI Forward, helps facilitate bonds that RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS may otherwise be labored if one is not ambitious enough. important for the health of the river and Hemming Plaza, things Quite effectively, there were over 100 people eager to community,” she said. “We also will happen.” shake hands and weave through 927 Events for the JCCI- Perhaps it was the balmy need to increase the number of San Marco Place residents sponsored pizza party. The kick-off following the Mar. 19 weeknight that resulted in less JAX2025 meeting supported the “In Town vs. Downtown” bike racks to encourage reten- David and Pat Balanky moved to than 1,000 people who were forum by JCCI. The organization with the most young profes- tion of the millennials [those the condo six years ago after liv- sionals representing their affiliation won tickets to the “Prom” there to develop the indicators born after 1980]. Biking is a ing in Mandarin for many years. themed party on June 8. for measuring the success of the Aiming for the honor were several groups; United Way huge attraction for that age They enjoy the proximity to vision in 12 years. Or maybe Atlantic Circle, TransformJAx, The Republican Revolt Group, group.” Downtown and feel safe walking FDOT, Jax Parks, Dragstravaganza, One Spark and JCCI interest is waning in the months- Emerick and her son Dylan, in their Southbank neighbor- Forward to name a few. The tickets were won by Rotaract of long process of determining the Florida’s First Coast with 8% of the total attendees. Their an eighth grade student at hood, but hope that access to the future of Jacksonville. vision is to enhance the community through the common LaVilla, live Downtown and feel Southbank Riverwalk will be bonds of professional development, service and friendship. In But although attendance safe jogging along the improved soon. second place was United Way Atlantic Circle. Intuition Ale appeared to be smaller than pre- Works donated plenty of libations from the brewery and the Northbank, shopping at Winn- At the end of the 45-minute vious sessions, there were first- party was catered by the in-house chefs from 927 Events. Dixie and bicycling to school. brainstorm session, the Ennis Davis, a civic activist, spoke about the power of the time participants at the third “We need to promote Downtown Downtown and Neighborhoods people in the surrounding downtown boroughs and how get- JAX2025 Vision event who ting involved can make such a difference in the vibrancy of as a safe place to get around,” Vision group agreed that success the community. One Spark outreach and engagement director wanted to make sure their voices said Dylan. “Don’t be afraid of indicators would include meas- Aschelle Morgan was also on hand to speak on behalf of the were heard. foundation in order to inspire existing volunteers to recruit homeless people; they are just uring the number of Downtown Participants of all ages from more friends to the crowd funding festival in mid-April. minding their own business.” residents, improvement in Michelle Simkulet, volunteer coordinator for JAX2025, all parts of Jacksonville were Paul Astleford, president and Downtown retail space, hotel explains that the “In Town vs. Downtown” forum will help asked to select two categories to give a better understanding of the obstacles and challenges CEO of Visit Jacksonville, sug- occupancy and activities on the discuss – and brainstorm that face those citizens trying to improve the core and sur- gested that safety is a perception river. rounding neighborhoods. She added, “There is so much inter- answers to – the question: How issue, especially for visitors to The next JAX2025 meeting est in downtown and in our neighborhoods but sometimes will we know if we’re getting we forget that downtown is actually multiple neighborhoods the city. “Word of mouth is our will be Saturday, Apr. 27, 9- there? connected.” biggest marketing tool. I’ve 11a.m. at the Prime Osborn The conversation topics begin with What is “In Town”?: Lists of existing community found that residents aren’t afraid Convention Center. Parking is Framing the Issue; Bridging the Past: Neighborhoods New indicators were provided to help and Old; Getting Around: Mobility and Connectivity; Out and to walk through Hemming Park, free and you can register online the tables of eight determine About: Our Parks and The River; Strike Up the Band: Arts, but visitors are.” at www.JAX2025.org to have Culture and Entertainment. 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That means that ited; construction is expected to take $120,000 is needed to cover the up to two months once the funding New dog park needs to re-purpose one-third of FDOT matching funds for construction and is in place. property under the I-95 overpass the maintenance costs for the first You can donate to the Riverside your help next to Riverside Park in order to five years and must be raised before Dog Park and also go to develop the two-acre, http://www.riversideavon- Lovers of dogs large and small off-leash dog park. The dale.org/index.php?id=236 will soon have a great green meet- plan was unveiled at Key Features of the Riverside Dog Park to find out how to buy a and-greet space to let their dogs run RAP’s annual meeting • One-and-a-quarter acre large/active-breed area with double-gated entry. The brick paver to honor your active area will feature decomposed granite ground cover, an eighth of a mile free. on Feb. 21. walking path and a shade pavilion. pup. Donation jars are set Thanks to a pack of donors and Finally, District 14 up at the RAP Booth at Councilman Jim Love • Quarter-acre small/passive-breed area featuring significant old-growth tree contributors, the Riverside Dog Park coverage and bench seating, with double-gated entry. Riverside Arts Market and could be a reality this year. joined the City of at RAP Headquarters Jacksonville to a public- • Ample on-street parallel parking will be created along with one dedicated After City Council approval and handicapped-accessible parking space, adjacent to the existing JEA substa- (2623 Herschel Street). the support of the Florida private partnership with tion. Encourage your compa- Department of Transportation RAP and the communi- • A new sidewalk that will connect Park and College Streets – serving as a ny to inquire about (FDOT), one member of the park’s ty, committing to match neighborhood connector. Corporate Sponsorship. philanthropic pack is the Haskell fundraising efforts with Companies will receive • Dog Park will extend north to Annie Lyttle School property line, hopefully Corporation, whose landscape archi- money from District 14 renewing interest in the rehabilitation of this historic building. permanent name recogni- tect, Eric Lycke, developed the con- Council Bond Funds. tion at the dog park • The park will serve as a demonstration of low-impact development (LID) that cept plan for the dog park project as But there’s a contin- protects the St Johns River, located a quarter-mile to the east of the park. As entrance or on certain fea- an in-kind donation. gency. the park is constructed, an active effort will be made to recycle removed tures within the park itself. The contingency is materials, particularly concrete, and to use recycled materials wherever possi- Next, Riverside Avondale ble. The active area of the park will house a bio-retention pond, featuring nat- Contact carmen@river- Preservation and a small group of this: the City also asked ural grasses and plant life that filters any park runoff before it reaches the sideavondale.org for more that the community river. Existing foliage will be preserved to the extent possible and new plants community members met with Doug and grasses will be native to the Northeast Florida region. Educational sig- regarding corporate spon- Skiles, land use architect and owner raise an additional five nage will be posted to help inform the public about this aspect of the project. sorship opportunities. of EnVision Engineering + Design, years of funding to PAGE 14 APRIL 2013 39th Annual RAP Spring Tour of Homes According to Watson Realty Agent et you’ll also see a building that was Joy Walker and Home Tour the very first Mormon Church in the Chairperson, this year’s tour includes a state of Florida, and a home that is the home that was on the very first RAP most photographed home in Avondale Tour of Homes and has not been on and that has been fabulously renovated the tour since. There’s also a home in the past year and a half. where the owner’s mother was a sur- Tickets can be purchased at the vivor of the Titanic and another one Riverside Arts Market, select area that won the 2012 RAP award for ren- retailers and online at ovation. 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Orders can be placed any menu of traditional family dinner favorites – day via website or phone (904) 598-0065, and including Two Doors Down’s southern fried picked up Monday through Friday 4 p.m. to 7 UNF dedication chicken – with a contemporary spin and a p.m. on the date chosen by the customer. The University of North Florida dedicated Buildings 3 and 4 last month in honor of Arthur Chester Skinner Jr., Charles Brightman Skinner Top producers celebrated in Avondale office and Mary Virginia Skinner Jones, Jacksonville Ten agents from Prudential Network Realty’s landowners and developers. Avondale office were recently honored as the Building 3 will be renamed Skinner-Jones Hall University of North Florida President John Delaney watches as agency’s top producers who achieved $4 million South and Building 4 will become Skinner-Jones Mary Virginia Skinner and UNF Board of Trustee Myron Pincomb or more in closed sales in 2012. Those elite Hall North. The two buildings are scheduled to unveil a plaque honoring Arthur Chester Skinner Jr., Charles Realtors include Linda Benson, Liz Bobeck, undergo renovations in the near future and house Brightman Skinner and Mary Virginia Skinner Jones, Jacksonville landowners and developers, for their contribution to the Beverley Brooke, Susan Donnell, Shannon labs, classes and offices for various academic University; Below: Skinner building – photos by Jennifer Grissom McKinnon, Josh Nugent, Elizabeth O’Steen, departments on campus. Jane Slater, Allison Steilberg and Susan Tuohy. The University wouldn’t exist today in its present location if it weren’t for the generosity of the A. C. Skinner family’s donation and sale of approximately 500 acres for part of the UNF campus. “The A. C. Skinner family’s generosity and commitment to the University of North Florida will forever benefit our community and its students for generations to come,” said UNF President John Delaney. “They had a vision and a desire to locating Florida’s newest university and on which make Jacksonville and Northeast Florida a better UNF now resides. In 1992, the family donated an place to live, work and raise a family.” additional 288 acres adjacent to the campus, Strategic donations of land were offered in providing the University land for continued 1968 to the selection committee charged with growth.

6W-RKQV$YH LQWKH6KRSVRI$YRQGDOH 021)5,$0306$7 APRIL 2013 PAGE 19 Jill Langford Dame named Leadership Murray Hill singer/songwriter to raise awareness Jacksonville executive director for March of Dimes Avondale resident Jill Langford Dame has Leadership Jacksonville,” said Justin Terry, Acoustic singer/songwriter Garrett been named executive director for Leadership executive vice president at Harden and presi- Harbison, known as Garrett on Acoustic, Jacksonville, an organization that dent of the Leadership Jacksonville will be performing at 8 a.m. at the 2013 develops youth and adult leaders in Board of Directors. “Her experience, March for Babies Walk held by March of Northeast Florida. Dame is the coupled with her passion for leader- Dimes on Saturday, Apr. 27 at Everbank interim executive director of ship development in our community, Field. Jacksonville Children’s Commission makes her the ideal candidate to “My personal experience has been and has served as a nonprofit and carry out Leadership Jacksonville’s what’s driven me to get involved,” said leadership consultant since 2005. mission and goals.” Harbison. This past year, Garrett’s son was “I am excited to join Leadership Dame is a long-time Jacksonville born nine weeks early at just 3 lbs. 9 oz. Jacksonville and look forward to resident who has held volunteer “There were no early signs or answers as to working with Jacksonville’s bright- leadership positions for numerous why Cooper was born so early” explained est and most talented individuals to Northeast Florida organizations Harbison. develop current and future leaders including Jacksonville Community Harbison’s goal is to use music as a in our community,” said Dame. She will take Council, Inc. (JCCI), PACE Center for Girls, medium to help raise awareness and fund- over the executive director position in May, Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, Inc., ing for research regarding premature births. succeeding Isabelle Owen Spence who Junior League of Jacksonville and the Mayor's “My wife and I understand that we were announced her retirement in September. Commission on the Status of Women. very fortunate, but not all families are as “Jill is a graduate of the adult program, for- Recognized as a Girl Scouts of Gateway lucky. If I can use my music as a vehicle mer member of our board of directors and Council Women of Distinction Honoree in 2013, that could potentially contribute to saving brings more than 25 years of nonprofit experi- she received the Leadership Jacksonville the life of a future premature baby, you bet- ence and community involvement to Distinguished Leadership Award in 2003. ter believe I want to help” said Harbison. Along with the walk, which starts at 9 a.m., Garrett is also centering his One Avondale’s Lauren Little named Veteran Spark project on raising money for research surrounding premature births. “I will be going into the studio to record a song that I Owned Small Business Person of Year Singer/Songwriter Garrett Harbison with his son Cooper Lauren Little, owner of and rising gas prices, but persevered and opened wrote specifically regarding the emotion of Edible Arrangements at another shop in Mandarin while others in the the experience. It’s my intent to put this song http://www.marchforbabies.org/team/mini- 365 Saint Johns Ave. in franchise were closing. up for sale and donate all proceeds towards cooperman. Follow Garrett on Acoustic and his The Shoppes of Four of the honored businesses are from research for premature births.” One Spark project at garrettonacoustic.com, Avondale, has been Jacksonville, including Little, and four are from If you wish to contribute to Garrett’s March facebook.com/garrettonacoustic, or named the Veteran Orlando. Locally, Brian Barquilla, owner of of Dimes team go to twitter.com/GonAcoustic. Owned Small Business Advantage Business Magazine, was named the Person of the Year. Little Small Business Media Advocate of the Year; Eloy is one of eight North Bazaldua, president of RM Myers Company, Inc., Jax lawyers boast legal expert status for 30 years Florida businesses to be recognized by the U.S. was named the Minority Owned Small Business Fifteen local lawyers are among the 221 certification in civil trial or tax law. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) North Person of the Year, and Jaxsmallbizhelp.org was Florida Bar members who earned legal board Civil Trial: Charles Wayne Alford, The Florida Office. named the Small Business Advocate of the Year. certification in civil trial or tax law in 1983 and Honorable Tyrie William Boyer, Thomas R. The former Marine, based in Raleigh, NC from Jacksonville’s 2013 Small Business Week who have remained certified for 30 years. Brown, William C. Gentry, John Wayne Hogan, 1982-1990, said the award was a surprise. “My Award Winners will be recognized at the 21st In Florida, only board certified lawyers may Charles C. Howell III, Rutledge Richardson husband James (a former Navy Lieutenant) and I Annual Small Business Week & Lender Awards use the terms “specialist,” “expert” or “B.C.S.” Liles, James Curtis Rinaman Jr., Robert F. want other veterans to see that there are oppor- Celebration on Apr. 30 at the University of North for Board Certified Specialist when referring to Spohrer, James T. Terrell, Dianne Jay Weaver, tunities and other career paths after the military,” Florida’s University Center from 11:30 a.m. to their legal credentials. Edward Alfred White; Tax Law: Thomas M. said Little. She started the business in 2007 and 1:30 p.m. State winners for these categories are The following Jacksonville lawyers this year Donahoo, Michael N. Schneider, Frederick R. in two years was facing an economic downturn expected to be announced on April 15, 2013. are celebrating 30 years of Florida Bar board Short Jr. It is the perfect time of year to make a plan for your yard! 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MIKE DONNELL Commercial & Residential Landscape Architect Design & Installation 904-333-2342 [email protected] PAGE 20 APRIL 2013 A lineup for spring presented at Garden Month fashion show It was an afternoon full of fashion design, accessories and new spring lineups as the Terry Gallery became a fashion-filled Design by Nicole interior during Miller Garden Month festivities. Krista Eberle Boutiqes Jennifer Corrente of The Chef’s displayed the Catering Director Matt Blinkhorn of Ashley St. Catering, Chef Steven Gaynor of Garden and Tree Cup Café and Biscottis and Jamey Evoniuk of The Chef’s Garden and the Tree Cup Cafe Karin Tucker of Biscottis looks of spring Robin Albaneze, chair of the fashion show, with Garden by Nicole Miller Month Chair Patty Nimnicht while local “boy spring, followed by the beautiful made good” fash- designs of Nicole Miller. Both collec- ion designer tions were highlighted with accessories Timo Weiland by Crowned Phoenix Jewelry and Bags showed off his to footwear by Emly Benham, hair by talent. Weiland, Dirty Blonde Salon and makeup by who has made his ascent in the fashion The Chanel Department at Dillard’s. world from roots in Jacksonville, has Rudy York Designs garnered thanks for blossomed from his Deerwood roots, lending a hand in the design aesthetic finally working his way to New York of the day.

City as a bonified designer. The event drew ladies throughout Christopher Ball, Steve Rosenbloom and Hal Catlin Carol Kaplan, Willis and Chris Ball The afternoon luncheon and fashion the city in support of the Cummer. show featured models dressed from The events also helps to recognize the head to toe, first in Timo’s looks for efforts and hard Farm-to-table dinner work of Council President Susanna Hinckley, Garden debuts at the Cummer Month Chair Patty It was a collaborative effort The party eventually made its way Nimnicht, Event between chefs, patrons, local farmers indoors for the dinner presentation Chair Robin and a team of culinary professionals where the chefs left the guests in Albaneze and the that made the first farm-to-table event eager anticipation of amazingly Board of Trustees a success during Garden Month at the descriptive dishes that would tanta- who have all museum. Guests mingled in the gar- lize the senses. The intersection of played a role in the dens where they were treated to craft- farm fresh ingredients and fine wine success of the ed cocktails by the Grape & Grain pairings, compliments of The Grotto, month-long calen- Exchange of San Marco and passed made the evening one to remember – Local San Marco boutique ownerKrista Eberle of Krista dar of events. hors d’oeuvres. and one to revisit. Eberle Boutiques and fashion designer Timo Weiland Design by Timo Weiland

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PAGE 22 APRIL 2013 Laura Magevney, Karla Newton and Michelle Preuss Judy Root, Drew Haramis and Jackie Bargas Bruce and Susan Smathers with Hillary and Michael Aubin

WOMEN’S BOARD The Women’s Board and Wells Fargo helped to get the party started right, as the plans for the season began to unfold. The Haramis’ residence KICKS OFF 2013 ART played host to a group of patrons poised to make ‘Impressions of India’ a hit for fundraising efforts, raising the bar and some much needed & ANTIQUE SHOW awareness for the goals of Wolfson Children’s Hospital. PATRONS GO BIG FOR VIP CELEBRATES 30TH ARTS, SUPPORT CAP ANNUAL BBQ & WESTERN There were high hopes for the Cathedral Arts Project’s largest annual fundraiser, as art and education advocates tried Vision is Priceless celebrated a milestone BBQ and Western event March 16. Thanks to to outperform a fundraising goal of $450,000, topping 2012 the generous support of Miller Electric Company and W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor, two numbers. Arts and education advocates were recognized for of Jacksonville’s most recognized companies, the event drew double barreled support. their exceptional efforts, helping over 1,800 students enrolled St. Augustine Rod & Gun Club played host to over 500 guests from all over Northeast in Cathedral Arts Project afterschool and summer classes this Florida, who joined the organization to raise funds and have a finger-lickin’ good time. school year alone. Through these enrichment programs, the quality of life for these young people in Northeast Florida is enhanced, allowing them to succeed in all areas of their lives. The event was held March 15 at the Deerwood Country

Club. Heather and Patcick Geraghty

Ellaymah Bowles with Eloise and Bill Gay Dep Meuller with Madison and Robin Shelly

Honorees Diane and Steve Halverson with Aida Ribiero and Fabio Mechetti – photo by Laurence Green Tiffany and Micah Heavener Ronnie Roberts, Ed Witt Jr., Ed Witt Sr., Al Kinard Sr., Al Kinard Jr.

Jane and Claude Slater CUMMER BALL THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE SOCIAL SEASON Eric and Branita Mann with Telecia and Morris Applewhite The Cummer Museum of Art and

Gardens hosted its annual black tie gala Michael and Laura Magevney with John and Gina Donahoo March 16. The event was a hit, as Co- Chairs Suzanne Hinckley and Chris Hieb planned the eventful evening from start to finish. The celebration of natural Florida and themed art from Jim Draper and Allison Watson set the tone with original, large format works highlighting native fauna, flowers and landscapes. The evening included the opportunity for Grand Benefactors to adopt a work of art in the Museum’s collection for one year during the live auction. Co-Chairs Chris Hieb and Suzanne Hinckley FOOD AND PHILANTHROPY AT PAL ROASTS WALLY LEE CELEBRITY CHEFS LUNCHEON The 4th Annual Police Athletic League Sheriff’s Roast draws a crowd to the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville riverfront hotel to roast some of the more prolific characters in Recognizable Jacksonville annually at the Prime F. Jacksonville. This year was no exception as Ron Autrey, Gregory Smith, Rick Cox, Bruce celebrities from television, Osborn Convention Barcelo, Sandy Bartow and James Rinaman, Jr. raised a glass and wreaked some havoc on nonprofit leadership positions Center, will help to fund the past president of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce. The event was held March 7 and other successful business- the Salvation Army Senior with Emcee Cole Pepper of the Jaguars Radio Network. es came together at the Center, Adult Salvation Army’s 27th annual Rehabilitation Center, Celebrity Chefs Tasting Child Development Center Luncheon and Silent Auction and the Towers Memorial on Mar. 14. The event, held Jerry Ferguson, Ann Trotter and Joann Purdie Social Services Center.

Jane Lanier of St. Vincent’s HealthCare (back row) John Layton, Verna Schoonmaker, Bob Wise with (front) Vi Bumpers, Joan Tate, Jim Rinaman, Jr. with Sheriff John Rutherford and Ron Autrey Foundation and Rita Joost Ellen Clark and Gayle Beursken Emcee Cole Pepper with Kimberly Waterhouse

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workshops, gardening at school can influence students’ environmental attitudes, nutri- tional attitudes, self-esteem, test scores, school attitudes, social concerns and behav- iors. Gardening at home can have many of the same positive outcomes. And to paraphrase a famous saying, gardening is not rocket science. Whatever the age of the gardener, a few basic elements are essential: sun, water, space Olivia and Abigail Lapinski and time. Most fruit and veggies need six to eight hours of sunlight typically between In North Florida spring is an easier 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. One warning: because time to garden than summer because of the sun’s position changes with the sea- heat and humidity. An excellent planting sons – an astronomical fact worth a little guide for all seasons is available on the summertime discussion – an area that is Internet at http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu. Hard full sun in one season might not be full copies can be had by calling the sun in another. Extension Education Center at (904) 255- Finding the home garden’s position can 7450 and requesting a Florida Vegetable lead to good conversations concerning the Guide. science of seasons, earth’s rotation, morn- Of course, the key to using the garden ing rays vs. evening. For the older student to advance or maintain academic skills is there might be some additional conversa- to involve the young gardener at all stages tion about photosynthesis, pollination and of the garden: choosing the site, measur- nutrient requirements. ing the area, researching correct plants, After sunlight, water is the second creating planting plans and, finally, plant- basic requirement. Since many environ- ing and maintaining the garden. For older mental experts are becoming increasingly students, a garden journal is also helpful concerned about Florida’s supply of to remember when and where seeds were potable water, deciding on a garden’s sown and to capture both crop successes water source is a good opportunity to and failures. For technophiles, garden mention the stewardship of this valuable blogs can be created to share the adven- resource. ture with others. Drip irrigation saves water. Rain barrels When the temperature soars or the collect and save water also. They are spring rains slosh and the young garden- available from Duval Extension workers leave the field, there are a number of shops, St. John’s Riverkeeper and garden books that have both a garden theme and Terra centers. Older students sometimes enjoy a good story. For elementary students: making their own barrels and instructions Sunflower House, the Tiny Seed, I Will abound on the Internet. For very young Never Not EVER Eat a Tomato,The Ugly gardeners, right-sized watering cans, seed Vegetable, and Anna’s Garden Story. For tapes and small coiled hoses are useful. middle and high school students: A Land A Deceptively Size matters. Squarefoot gardening, Remembered,The Yearling, Mules and created by civil engineer Mel Men, Dust Tracks in the Road. Simple, Bartholomew, is the easiest way to garden Finally, for a garden experience with lit- because the technique specifies which tle or no effort, Linda Cunningham’s April Innovative plants go where and when to put them in. Herb Faire is a way to acquire herbs that Dining Concept In addition, if there is more than one gar- can be planted and enjoyed instantly. dener, squares can be assigned to Because herbs are a true sensory delight, individuals to keep the peace. There is no an herb garden appeals to all ages. To add Now Open at digging in the ground in SFG as all gar- a language arts component, author Lesley 4260 Herschel Street dening is in a small raised bed. The book Tierra’s A Kid’s Herb Book introduces ele- 904-388-9124 Squarefoot Gardening is available at mentary students to herbal potions, reme- ZZZWHUUDMD[FRPLQIR#WHUUDMD[FRP Amazon or at Chamblins Book Mine, a dies, salves and syrups. PAGE 26 APRIL 2013 Gardening within Communities: Intermingled Roots BY SARAH CLARKE STUART Bringing Students forces to RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS grow their The community garden movement that is sweeping the country is alive and Together own well here in Jacksonville. The popularity of group gardens, especially urban At the downtown campus of Florida veggies. ones, has been on the upswing for some time now and for good reason: knowing State College at Jacksonville we’ve Best of how to grow your own food is an indispensable skill (especially as grocery been working on our own community all they are prices skyrocket), and doing it with others is fun. connections through planting. We are getting to It strengthens ties among neighbors and friends, and teaches kids positive following the lead of the gardening know each habits that will last a lifetime organizations established at other cam- other and Urban gardeners at FSCJ puses, including Kent Campus in making connections within the student A Neighborhood anyone. She was grateful for the volun- Avondale. body. FSCJ Student and Urban Garden teers who came on board, and surprised Our goal is to bundle good health, member Mark Thomassen says that he School is Growing to find the spirit of volunteerism in gar- new friendships and life-long learning joined “to learn more about gardening My six-year old son is benefitting dener-neighbors who were not even into one small urban garden. Faculty and to get more involved in my from this trend right here in the heart of affiliated with the school. members and students are joining school.” the Riverside-Avondale community. At Avondale residents Leslie and his school, West Riverside Elementary, Connie Gandy, who lives within walk- Workshops, Clubs and Permaculture principles encourage volunteer mom Diana Martin, along ing distance of the neighborhood Community Opportunities minimal maintenance of gardens and very little human intervention. “We with teachers and staff, maintain an school, has been donating her time and If you’ve ever wanted to join a gar- don't water, fertilize, weed, nor do we organic vegetable garden. Now that expertise to the project. dening community, now is the ideal eliminate insects in any way. We spring is here they are busy. Last year Martin was so impressed by the time. There are urban gardens and veg- improve the soil and the plants by nur- Martin started the project because she Gandys’ home landscape that one day gie plots popping up everywhere in the turing a thriving community of living wanted “children to be knowledgeable she dropped a note in her mailbox ask- historic neighborhoods of Jacksonville, creatures,” said Ojeda. “A naturally about where their food comes from by ing if she wanted to lend a hand; with- including the much-anticipated managed balance of insects, microbial growing and sampling food they had out hesitation Connie Gandy called the Riverside-Avondale community plots. life, transient wildlife and wild oppor- cared for.” next day to volunteer. This spontaneous There are also several organizations tunistic pioneer plants (weeds) are all a The garden includes six raised beds, partnership really shows how willing that support continued education in part of making our gardens grow better all built by volunteer moms and dads. neighbors can be to help each other plant care such as the Duval County every year.” The students work in the garden as improve their communities. Extension Office, the Florida Native The Permaculture Network hosts well, while learning all about plant life. However, individual volunteers are Plant Society and Jacksonville’s many events in the area and welcomes Recently the kindergarteners propagat- not the only helping hands in this proj- Permaculture Network. The permacul- those who are interested in creating ed lettuce seeds from last year’s plants, ect. Among the school’s corporate ture group in particular is very active in permaculture spaces and edible lawns. and the second graders created their donors have been Philips Garden Store, the urban core. For an up-to-date schedule see their own compost. Architectural Design Associates and Riverside resident Alexander Ojeda calendar on Meetup.com by searching Soon it will be ready to enrich the Pro-Build Lumber. But new, ongoing founded the group, which is also a for Jacksonville’s Permaculture garden soil. support is always needed. To become a Meetup group, because he wanted to Network and on Facebook by looking Last year’s WRES crop yielded cab- sponsor or get involved as a volunteer, unite those who are interested in for Permaculture Jax. Questions about bage, onions, squash, tomatoes, pep- contact Diana Martin at (904) 553- “learning how interacting with our land the group can be directed to Alexander pers, strawberries, stevia and parsley. It 6323 or West Riverside Elementary at is not only sustainable, but also regen- Ojeda at [email protected]. was not an easy task, as Martin will tell (904) 381-3900. erative and resilient.” APRIL 2013 PAGE 27 Outspoken columnist receives Godbold Award known for saying, Littlepage revels in solu- “A clean city tions to environmental prob- makes for a more lems. He delighted in the cre- economically- ation of Jacksonville viable city.” In University’s Marine Science 2010, he was the Research Institute. “It will recipient of the first provide a central location for

BY VICTORIA Godbold Award researchers to study the river REGISTER-FREEMAN which is designed and the impacts on its health. RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS to honor individu- Such research and focus are als who put forth critical because the river is In 2012 Ron Littlepage, the effort to make under assault from pollution, environmental gadfly and Op- Jacksonville a from plans to dredge the cleaner, greener channel deeper to meet the Ed writer for the Florida Ron LIttlepage receives Godbold Award, presendted by KJB commission; coucilman Love helps to present the award place. port’s need and from the man- Times Union, received an place.” cation, enhances community Ron Littlepage was hon- agement district’s plans to use important letter. Chris Littlepage received the pride and improves the quali- ored for his St. Johns River the river for water supplies.” Buckley, chair of the Keep award on February 7, 2013. ty of life in Jacksonville advocacy. Calling the An avid outdoorsman, Jacksonville Beautiful The KJB com- river the city’s soul Littlepage has kayaked or Commission, wrote, “It is my mission is an and bemoaning the hiked through many of the pleasure to inform you that affiliate of Keep “Through your articles, fact that it had, at one public parks in Duval County. the Keep Jacksonville America point, been the city’s By writing adventure articles Beautiful Commission has Beautiful which you bring the natural sewer, Littlepage has emphasizing the wild beauty selected you as the recipient is the nation’s been an outspoken he encounters on his excur- of our Annual Jake Godbold largest volun- beauty of Jacksonville to advocate of improved sions, he has encouraged oth- Award. This award is given to teer-based com- all your readers...” river care. His Op-Eds ers to explore Duval County’s those individuals whom we munity action have investigated natural delights. deem to have a positive and education Chris Buckley increased nutrient Anna Dooley, Director of impact on making or keeping organization. Chair of the Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Commission loads, algae bloom, Greenscape, commented on Jacksonville a beautiful place The KJB proposed pipelines, Littlepage’s award by saying, to live. commission is and Water Management “Ron was selected because of “Through your articles, comprised of representatives through the provision of out- District practices. He has spo- his enduring efforts to raise you bring the natural beauty from the public, private and reach and educational activi- ken in favor of St. Johns awareness on the benefits of of Jacksonville to all your not-for-profit sectors appoint- ties and programming. River license plates, support- better environmental steward- readers, encourage the com- ed by the mayor of The Godbold Award was ed the Riverkeeper and high- ship. He is a great advocate of munity to preserve these natu- Jacksonville. Created in 1983 created by the Commission in lighted river-friendly land- the planet and particularly of ral habitats and urge everyone by Mayor Jake Godbold, KJB 2009 to honor former Mayor scaping practices. our portion.” to keep litter in its rightful supports community beautifi- Jake Godbold who was !PRIL APRIL 27TH & 28TH 3HOWERS Riverside Avondale Preservation presents its 39th Annual Spring Home Tour Saturday,April 27th from 10 a.m. "RING to 5 p.m., and Sunday,April 28th, from Noon to 5 p.m. This year’s Spring Home Tour includes 12 locations. May Numerous special events are being held in conjunction with the Spring Home Tour, including a brand new Craftsman Showcase featuring nine local groups that &LOWERS have mastery skills for working with historic homes. )TSTIMEFORSPRINGCLEANINGMAINTENANCE Other features include an Art House and Garden on the With our team of 24-hour service professionals, we can be tour. Entertainment includes a free Home Tour Bike Ride there day or night to help keep your life and your faucets hosted by City Cycle, an Antique Car exhibition presented ﬂowing. After all, you’ve got more important things to do by the Antique Automobile Club of America, Live music, than worry about plumbing problems! restaurant specials, and discounted access to the 2ESIDENTIAL Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens. & #OMMERCIAL TICKETS: FREE ESTIMATES sPERPERSONINADVANCE s%XPERT2EPAIRS2EPIPING s5NDER3LAB,EAKS sPERPERSONDURINGTHETOURWEEKEND s"ACKmOWS)NSTALLED s3EWER$RAIN3ERVICE s7ATER(EATER3ERVICE)NSTALLATION s"ATH+ITCHEN2EMODELING Purchase online at s466IDEO3EWER,INE)NSPECTIONS s3HOWER0AN4ILE7ORK www.2013hometour.eventbrite.com 2YAN!VEs*ACKSONVILLE www.RiversideAvondale.org or go to www.riversideavondale.org $25 OFF (904) 389-9299 !NY3ERVICE#ALL 904-389-2449 to ﬁnd onsite locations. 6ALIDFORNEWSERVICECALLSONLY TOUCHTONPLUMBINGCOM %XPIRES State Cert. #CFC056489 CELEBRATING 5 YEARS An exceptional & unique dining experience WWWESPETOSTEAKHOUSECOM

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Bonnie Myers, Jacksonville Orchid Society president 50 or so orchid ribbon judges from sellers set up the Jacksonville shop in the Orchid Society BY KATE A. HALLOCK perimeter of keeping busy RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS the ballroom Friday night and Beautiful orchids from JOS doing a brisk Saturday. The the lanai at her and husband Tom’s trade in plant Avondale Orchid home in Southside. A JOS member grace the annual show and sales while Club won many rib- since 2006, Myers noted “This is a sale, win many awards visitors bons in the amateur wonderful hobby; you meet a lot of enjoyed the division and club great people. One of the best things I 10-exhibit dis- member Eric Cavin, Orchids in the hundreds, perhaps ever did was joining this society.” play in the an immediate past thousands, of species (the number Andrea Bailey and Mia Horstmann enjoy the show Venetia resident Mia Horstmann center of the president of the JOS, ranges between nearly 22,000 and couldn’t resist making the annual room. is currently in the process of becom- just over 26,000 species cataloged) trip to the orchid show with her According to show chairperson ing accredited as an orchid judge for were in full bloom at the annual daughter, Andrea Bailey of Harry McElroy of Mandarin, there the American Orchid Society. Jacksonville Orchid Society’s annual Avondale. “We do this every year,” were 15 accredited judges from the The JOS’ president, Bonnie show and sale at the Garden Club of said Bailey. “And can’t leave without American Orchid Society as well as Myers, raises over 300 orchids on Jacksonville last month. Eleven buying something.” Blooms Galore & More, Cummer’s Olmsted Garden April 6 at Garden Club to open to public April 11 The Garden Club of Jacksonville’s 8th annual Blooms Galore & More plant sale and arti- Members of The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens can look forward to the opening of san festival will take place on Saturday, Apr. 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1005 Riverside Avenue. the Olmsted Garden on Thursday, Apr. 11.The parking lot across Riverside Avenue will have Visitors may purchase, at exceptional prices, plants locally grown by Garden Club mem- been completed and opened to the public as of Mar. 29. bers and already acclimated to local weather. A forum of Florida Master Gardeners will also In addition, the Museum has new hours as of Apr. 1: Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.; Monday, be on hand to answer gardening questions. closed; Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with free admittance starting at 4 p.m. sponsored by Florida Blue; Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The annual event includes professional plant nurseries and artisans selling unique hand- Weaver First Saturdays will continue, sponsored by J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver, crafted items including outdoor garden art, women’s clothing, jewelry, botanical products, allowing the public to visit the Museum for free on the first Saturday of the month. Entrance fragrant candles, gourd art and more. A children’s activity area is new this year, and a light fees are $10 for adults, $6 for seniors, military and students, while members and children five lunch will be for sale as well. The event is free and open to the public. and under are free, as are college students with ID (Tuesday through Friday only). APRIL 2013 PAGE 29 Aller-Ease by Buried Treasure, said Allergy season worse than ever James Robison, president of Grassroots A Sigh of Relief: OTC and homeopathic McRae said. Oaks shed considerable Natural Market in 5 Points. Putting Your Cold to Bed amounts of pollen that commonly trig- “These are the top formulas that our remedies may help Catching some Z’s when you’re stuffy can be ger symptoms. customers come back to season after tricky, but taking a decongestant may actual- McRae said his asthma patients are season,” Robison said. ly keep you awake. Here are five quick tips BY CAREN BURMEISTER also experiencing worse symptoms due Grassroots Natural Market doesn’t that may help you breathe better when RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS you’re sick: to molds like alternaria that are perme- have medical doctors on staff and can’t Hot shower diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent dis- Relaxing with a hot shower before bed not There’s a crust of yellow green pow- ating in the air now, especially on dry, windy days. eases, Robison said. only soothes achy muscles, but the steam der on your windshield. The person also may help clear and soothe the sinuses. “But we have many options of tradi- behind you in the grocery line is sneez- What can we do for the runny nose, Hot drink tional and alternative remedies which A hot liquid like herbal tea helps decongest ing and wiping bleary eyes. You’re on sneezing and itchy eyes? The good news is that over the many customers tell us have solved and soothe the nose and throat. If you like a the phone and notice an unusual hot toddy, limit yourself to just one to help their issues,” he said. wheezing. counter medications cause less drowsi- avoid counterproductive effects like dehydra- Robison also suggests using HEPA tion and inflammation. It’s allergy season and all those moss ness than they used to. Antihistamines like Claritin and Allegra are extremely filters in home ventilation systems and Hot pack covered oaks, stately pines and verdant Applying a hot pack around your sinuses vacuum cleaners, using green cleaning green yards that we’re so fond of have helpful and generally don’t cause may also help relieve congestion. Make your supplies, and proper laundering of bed own by heating a damp cloth in the become the enemy. drowsiness, Roberts said. They also linens to minimize the compounding of microwave for 30 seconds. “There seems to be much more of a come in a liquid form that’s helpful for Head(board) up dust mites, pollens, pet dander and problem with allergies this year,” said children. Propping your head up on pillows isn’t other allergens. advised because it can make your neck Gary Roberts, a pharmacist and owner Benadryl can cause drowsiness, If your allergies are severe you may bend unnaturally, making breathing more dif- of Roberts’ Southbank Pharmacy in Roberts said, so he doesn’t recommend ficult. Instead, try elevating the head of your want to talk to your doctor about get- bed using large books or planks. San Marco. it unless you’re having an allergic reaction to a bee sting. ting a series of shots that work like a Humidifier Dr. Jesse McRae, an allergist on Moist air from a humidifier can ease conges- vaccine and help desensitize you to Blanding Boulevard, agrees. The earli- Nasal sprays also work well, but tion and soothe nose and throat irritation your allergy triggers, McRae said. The through the night; just be sure to sanitize er-than-usual warm weather, plus wind don’t use them for more than three or four days, Roberts said. Otherwise, you shots gradually expose the body to the your machine between uses. and rain has really aggravated allergies, Did you know the allergen, eventually blocking your reac- he said. may have a “rebound” reaction, which common cold is caused by a virus? tion to it. For this reason, antibiotics are not recom- “People are sicker than usual this can happen when your nose becomes less responsive to the medication’s There may be some good news on mended for treatment. Instead, focus on get- year,” said McRae. “It affects many ting good quality sleep, drink lots of water the horizon for people with severe people’s quality of life. It can interfere effects. and use over-the-counter medications to allergies that means no more needles. relieve headache pain, suppress a cough, with your learning, work performance Drink lots of fluids when you’re tak- Someday, once the U.S. Food and Drug and get rid of congestion. After seven to ten and your sleep.” ing antihistamine, Roberts said, days, the cold should have run its course Administration approves it, the allergy Jacksonville’s pine pollen appeared because they a drying effect and the and you should be feeling mostly back to vaccine will be administered sublin- normal. If your symptoms persist, if you have in January, followed by oak pollination. inflamed tissues in your nose are more gually, under the tongue. a lingering cough accompanied by a fever or Before you know it, grass will start pol- vulnerable to bacteria and infection. pain, or if you have sinus pain and continue The FDA has yet to approve the linating, Roberts said. He’s seeing more Maybe you prefer to use a gentler, to experience thick yellow or green mucus, more natural approach to treat your treatment, which is already available then you should seek care from a healthcare people come to his pharmacy for help, professional. With 13 locations in the throughout Europe and Asia. It not even some who tell him they’ve never symptoms. Jacksonville area, CareSpot is conveniently known how long the FDA review located close to home or work. Visit had allergies before. Some people find relief from nutri- tional and herbal products such as process will take. CareSpot.com to check wait times, find a But it’s the oak trees that are causing location, save a spot in line, or book an “We’re hoping that soon it will the most suffering at this time of year, Allergy ReLeaf System from Herbs appointment Etc., Aller-Max by Country Life, and become routine practice,” McRae said. PAGE 30 APRIL 2013 the coal fired furnace which was later with leaves. Mike Kelly was a new kid and worked as a machinist helper at the converted to fuel oil. and we didn’t tell him about the left Merrill Stephens Shipyards, a physical- “The Depression influenced every- foot braking part. He zoomed down the ly demanding job that had me crawling one’s life. People shared food and hill and went into a big slide and then deep into the bilge of a variety of ves- friendship. Nobody had any extra crashed. We left the scene. He wasn’t sels carrying boxes of tools but provid- money for toys, so creativity was really hurt, which was a good ed college cash. Tommy Madison important. Down at the grocery store thing, and he didn’t try “After college at BY VICTORIA REGISTER-FREEMAN most of the produce came in wooden to hurt any of us Washington and Lee, I RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS crates and these could be converted into which he could have graduated from Navy go carts that could zoom down the hills done because he was Officer Candidate Standing in his glass enclosed river in our neighborhood. Because the carts about three inches School, served three room high above the St. Johns, Tommy had no really functional brakes, we taller than any of us. years in the Navy and Madison looks like a captain on the were lucky there were almost no cars “The entire neigh- married Julie Russell in bow of his ship. His Beau Rivage view on the streets. Gas was rationed. borhood was open 1955. Actually, Julie was encompasses the skyscrapers of “To show how serious the rationing for all of us. No one one of the little girls I shot Downtown and sweeps south to the was, in 1942 a car was hit and flipped locked the doors. At chinaberries at from my Naval Air Station. His personal geogra- over at the end of my street. After one the foot of Ingleside bamboo blowgun so many phy is spread out below him. of my neighbors made certain the driv- and Richmond years ago. We have two “I was born in 1931 and grew up er of the car was O.K., he noticed that Street there was a sons, Marshall and Baker. behind the Avondale shopping Center gas was dripping out of her car’s tank. place that was per- We also have five grand- at 3557 Pine Street,” he reminisces. He ran home and got a can to save the fect for neighbor- children. “My parents built the house in 1925 gas for his own car. Fuel was a precious hood kids. Mrs. The Madison brothers “In 1957, I joined Florida and lived in it until they passed away in commodity. Hubbard had a Machine Foundry Company 1977 and 1991 respectively. “When we weren’t building carts, tennis court there that she and had a fascinating career. “Next door to our house was the we spent lots of time playing at White kept up for us. Sometimes she would Our family lived seven years in Venetia, original farm house for the area. To Sands which was a place at the end of bring out pitchers of ice water if it was 33 years in Ortega and in 1997 Julie accommodate the shopping center an Talbot where the sand had been hot. Down on the river, the McIlvanes and I moved to the Beau Rivage which alley ran from Talbot to Shadowlawn pumped in before the Florida Boom. who had grown children and several is within one half mile from my old and at some point the farm house was Everyone gathered there. Mothers boats actually let us sail the 12-foot homestead. Indeed, reflecting on my actually divided into two pieces and would take us as little guys with buck- one. My love of sailing stems from that Avondale upbringing during the moved apart. One part of the house ets and shovels. Later on we would experience. Outside the neighborhood, Depression and WWII, I realize it which faced St. Johns was made into play pickup football there and some- there were trips to Fernandina with taught me the value of money, commu- two apartments and the other which times fish or shrimp there, too. Jack Hines where we drove autos on nity and hard work. It is good to be faced Pine Street was kept single fami- “Also on Talbot between Pine and the beach. back.” ly. Hedrick there was a concrete road with “Moving through Fishweir, Gorrie, Indeed, one leaves the presence of “Of course there was no air condi- expansion joints that were patched with and Lee, I raised my spending money Tommy Madison feeling that his future tioning in our house. My brother Bill tar. When it got really hot, the tar to buy a bike in a variety of ways. I harbors voyages of learning still to and I would sometimes sleep on the would ooze into a slick at the bottom of sold gladiolas which Mr. Triplett come. And because he is a vivid story- sun porch and at other times it would the hill especially at the curb. This brought from his farm. I mowed lawns teller, one can stand on his river porch be so hot that we would put our pillows made a great place to ride our bikes and with a push mower and worked in the and imagine him as young man sailing in the bedroom windows. After WWII slide sideways at the bottom to stop if produce department at the A&P gro- a sailboat made of grocery carton wood window air conditioners appeared to we put out our left foot. It was especial- cery store on Herschel. Later on, I ran far out on the bright blue St. Johns. make things cooler. For heat there was ly slick after a light rain when covered errands at Bisbee Baldwin Insurance APRIL 2013 PAGE 31 More than 50 gather to celebrate women’s service to the military BY STEVE HOLLAND serving in positions of great danger in Force and one in the Army. That par- support of Operation Enduring VFW DISTRICT 6 harm’s way. They sacrifice both while allels, really, society at large as we Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, they are in the service and when they have more women CEOs than ever and other missions since 2001; As long as this nation has had a come back to take care of their before.” • 350 service women have given military, women have been playing an families.” VFW State Commander Wayne their lives for the nation in combat important role in it. Nigara said women in the military Carrignan said the recognition of zones since World War I, and more From Molly Pitcher tak- women in the military is over- than 85 have been held as prisoners of ing the place of her wound- due. He said working with war. ed husband working cannon women and bringing them into “Patriotism; that is what gets you at the Revolutionary War the organization is a major pri- up every morning,” said Army Sgt. Battle of Monmouth, to the ority. Maj. Sally Bailey, stationed at Camp Civil War, and to World “It’s long overdue,” Blanding and a speaker at the confer- War II, Korea and Vietnam, Carrignan said. “As women ence. She said patriotism is a prime women have served. Today get more involved in the VFW motivator to serving in the all-volun- they are again in harm’s and its leadership, our organi- teer army. “That is what keeps you way in far off places like zation can only get stronger. going every day. You don’t have to be Iraq and Afghanistan. It’s moving in the right direc- there. It is an honor to serve.” More than 50 people tion.” Bailey said jobs in the military gathered at VFW Post 1689 According to a House of have become more important and on Mar. 9 to observe and Representatives Resolution meaningful over the years. She said celebrate women’s military (H.Res 868) women in the women have always risked their lives service in prayer, video and Left to right, Amber Putnam, Florida VFW Surgeon; Pauline Webb, WWII Army military made significant con- for their country. Veteran; Virginia Jones, WWII Navy; Florida VFW Commander Wayne Carrignan; talks. Among the guests Army Sgt. Maj. Sally Bailey, stationed at Camp Blanding; Martha Burt, WWII Army, tributions: “Women have been in the front- were four World War II and Karen Nigara, VFW District 6 Commander • 34,000 women served in lines for a long time because those women veterans. World War I; 400,000 in lines are undefined,” said Bailey, “I would like for people to take are getting better and more important World War II; 130,000 in the Korean whose truck convoys were hit twice in away an appreciation of women’s jobs. War, more than 7,000 in the Vietnam Iraq by improvised explosive devices service to the military since the incep- “For the first time there are more War and 41,000 women served in the (IEDs). She said she was sent there in tion of this nation,” said Karen women in general officer positions first Gulf War; 2007. “We have been doing great Nigara, VFW District 6 commander, than ever before,” she said. “We have • 185,000 women were deployed in work for many, many years.” who hosted the event for the public. gotten to the point where we have “Now more than ever we have women four-star generals – one in the Air Murray Hill Senior Volunteers Honored

Front: Ruthie Goshen, Betty Jean Davis, Artha Brownlee; back: Voncille Hallback, Dee Hagins, Mirease Clark, Mary Irvin, Lois Jordan Eight women from the Murray Hill where, for example, they repair and sort Inside every area were just a few of the 190 senior clothing for the Clothing Warehouse, citizens honored at the 6th annual create teaching kits at the Teachers Seniors on a Mission luncheon at Supply Depot, assemble balloons for Lakewood United Methodist Church in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s retired gal. early March. The annual event is given Light the Night event, address for those volunteers who went on at envelopes for The Salvation Army, and least three mission trips and had served more. Since 2005, hundreds of seniors IS A TEENAGED GAL. for at least a year. The nearly 200 men 70+ years old, have donated over $1.4 and women represented almost 50% of million in service hours, impacting the senior volunteers who last year nearly 2 million lives. Volunteers are gave over $270,000 in service value to assigned to one of nine team locations; the community. in Murray Hill, the Florida Christian Seniors on a Mission, founded by Center on Edgewood Avenue serves as Joanne Hickox in 2005, serves the a team base and in Ortega, seniors sign Jacksonville area by sending teams of in at Ortega United Methodist Church seniors to nonprofit organizations on Roosevelt Boulevard.

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“Ty” Thebaut, also of Avondale. “I wanted to do a swim she could relate Lanahan follows in to; I swam past where I was born, past Greenwood Avenue where I grandfather’s swim grew up.” strokes

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Brian Lanahan, 37, wanted to do more than follow in his grandfather’s footsteps. He wanted to follow in his swim strokes. Jim Alabiso and Brian Lanahan; photo by Candice Davis A runner in college, and partici- nephew’s historic swim to Ortega Street Bridge under the Acosta, pant in a triathlon and two Iron Man Bridge on Mar. 10. Railroad and Fuller Warren bridges races, the former Avondale resident Thebaut entered the annual to the Ortega Bridge at Stinson Park. had a medical scare with his vision The 1917 competition trophy won by Lanahan’s grandfather Catholic Club swimming competi- After 3.5 miles Brian took the lead that “rang my bell and caused me to tion in 1917 and won first place. He as he swam toward the Ortega think about things I’d like to do, like Lanahan’s grandfather, Charles owned and operated the All-Weather Bridge, finishing in 1 hour 36 min- swimming the English Channel,” Thebaut (pronounced Teebow), was Tire Company, which was the third utes. Jim finished 5 minutes behind said Lanahan. “So I’ve been training 22 years old when he swam from Goodyear Tire dealership to be at 1:41. full time for open water swimming where the Main St. Bridge is now opened in Florida, for 60-plus years The swimmers were joined by since spring 2010 to swim the 4.5 miles to Ortega pier. Thebaut’s at the corner of Herschel and San Jesse Hanson, a videographer at Channel this August.” daughter Barbara remembers hearing Juan. UNF who is working on a documen- The primary motivation for the about it growing up, as she recalled As part of his training for the tary of the St. Johns River, and by historic Ortega swim last month was to the JumpingFish team after her English Channel swim, Lanahan, an the dedicated kayak and safety crew, for his 86-year-old aunt, Barbara Assistant Professor of Citizenship Roger Linville, Maggie Linville, Education at the College of Alicia Smith, Amy Pohlman and Charleston, SC, joined JumpingFish Candice Davis. for a St. Johns River swim in Their GPS position was available December 2012. the online community via Twitter, The Mar. 10 historic swim was Facebook and the JumpingFish GPS planned for over a month and website during the entire event. Lanahan, along with Jim Alabiso of JumpingFish, launched at 10:15 a.m. Their route took them from the Main

The Resident News caught up with Jim Alabiso, well known advocate promoting our local waterways through athletics, as he was preparing to participate in a documentary by University of North Florida student Jesse Hanson. Chatting about Lanahan’s historic swim, Alabiso noted that their launch was almost at the last possible moment before the tide reversed. “We shot out of the gate at probably 6.5 miles per hour, a max velocity due to UNF Junior Jesse Hanson sets up his video camera for a the current,” Jim said. “That’s probably 4 documentary on JumpingFish director Jim Alabiso miles per hour faster than a swimming pace.” Riverkeeper at Jacksonville University and Alabiso, a Riverside resident and environ- terminate at Riverside Arts Market at the mental software engineer, established Fuller Warren Bridge. JumpingFish in 2010 as a swim coaching There’s much that area residents can do business, and in 2011 launched the first Up to promote Alabiso’s “trickle-up environom- The River swim across the St. Johns River. ics” to help the waterways. “The community He was the only swimmer that year, but was can participate in the water with us on joined the second year by Eric DePetris and kayaks, paddleboats, in boats and canoes, Diego De Los Rios for a 12-mile swim. watch the event from the Main Street Bridge, This year, the third annual river event cur- follow us on Twitter, become a member of rently has five men and five women regis- the St. Johns Riverkeeper or join the river tered for the Saturday, Sep. 7 expedition patrol,” said Alabiso. swim. Advertised as “Up the River – Down To register or volunteer, or for more infor- Town”, the 10 kilometer community swim and mation, visit www.jumpingfish.net. paddle will start from the St. Johns

PAGE 34 APRIL 2013 Tripletail: fun to target and great to eat lessly as possible. But now we take notice to the fish, stop reeling and let you bait sit or fall any buoy, channel marker, plastic bag or slightly. The fish will pick up the scent (shrimp McDonald’s wrapper we see. works great) and will slowly follow. Once it con- We will slow down and approach these sumes, the fight is on. objects and often times will see a fish lying on Tripletail have extremely sharp gill plates its side directly adjacent to the debris. In many that can slice fingers so it is best to net or use cases the fish is much larger than the floating gloves when landing and handling these fish. object. But they will wait there motionless for If you are pursuing a tripletail and you spook unsuspecting bait to swim up and take shelter. them, simply back off, wait and watch. They This is the meal they have been waiting for. don’t swim off fast and will usually come back to They can also be seen taking shelter within the floating debris after a few minutes, giving the debris, almost in an attempt to blend in or you another shot. hide. This seems to be more common in deeper Tripletail have become more popular to tar- water. get. Last year a group of us went bottom fishing I look back at the times I have been fishing in the Gulf of Mexico off the panhandle of and seen tripletail, but was unclear as to what I Florida. We ventured offshore 20-plus miles to was seeing. pursue snapper and grouper. With the west-to- My first recollection was fishing in Costa east current and a northeast wind that day, the Rica five years ago. We were trolling for sailfish seas were extremely rough. and dolphin when we passed by a white plastic After a long day of very windy and wet con- BY NATHAN & TED MILLER close hamper drifting. The top or opening was ditions, we made it back to the dock. While facing sideways, and there were three or four cleaning our catch, we befriended a guy who Last month we wrote about the beginning of fish taking shelter inside. I was unsure what fished earlier. He and his wife were fishing from spring, and that this time of year marks the sea- type of fish they were, but we quickly realized their bay boat, not suitable for rough offshore son of migrating cobia. But spring also brings what they were hiding from. As we maneuvered conditions. They had targeted tripletail earlier good numbers of a different species of fish to our baits to within several yards of the hamper, that day, and ran along the beach stopping by our coastal waters, a species that is far less tar- a large bull dolphin (mahi or durado) hit and the every crab buoy and marker they found. By the geted (or recognized) by anglers. fight was on. Tripletail are so good to eat that early afternoon, they had a cooler full of large This species is one that I never had heard of had I known what they were, I may have asked tripletail, and had not been beat up in the growing up, and only began to target within the the captain to stop so that we could have target- process. I could tell by their enthusiasm and past couple of years. ed them instead of the pelagic fish we were their story that was one happy couple who had The fish I am referring to is the tripletail. after. enjoyed a great day on the water filling a limit of You may be saying to yourself, “a what”? I Another encounter with the tripletail was a fantastic eating fish. know I did. crossing to the Bahamas several years ago. The If the water temperature is right, tripletail can My brothers and I grew up fishing these seas were flat calm out of Ft. Lauderdale. We be targeted along the coast in shallower and waters with our father, and we never had target- were careful crossing the Gulf Stream as you more protected waters, making this type of fished, caught, eaten or seen a tripletail can run across large objects like telephone ing a lot of fun for the entire family. And a flats before...that I can remember. poles, trees, shipping containers and other large boat or even flat bottom boat on calm days can But recently (over the past year or two), after objects. I spotted a wooden pallet and quickly be very effective. reading and hearing more about tripletail, we turned and slowed down. I was hoping to find a So if you are out there this month targeting have begun to pay a little more attention. durado or sailfish swimming around it. All I saw cobia, remember to take a light rod and reel Tripletail seem to show up when the water were 10 of the strangest looking fish I had ever with a small jig and dead shrimp along with you. temperature reaches the right temperature for seen taking shelter underneath. They were large And pay attention to those crab pots and other cobia, around 68 to 70 degrees. fish (8 to 10 pounds each) with what looked to floating debris. This fish is not going to thrill you with acro- be three tails. I quickly grabbed a large artificial If you see a strange looking fish that batics like an angry tarpon, or dazzle you with lure (mirror lure) to see if I could entice one of appears to have armor like that of an armadillo line screaming off a reel like a 60 lb. wahoo. But these to eat. No luck. So we sped up and and three tails, get excited. Take a deep breath, it will get your heart rate going when you see motored on, not knowing what opportunity I had make a great cast, be patient, and find a great one, as you realize you are about to pitch your just left behind. recipe. You have just caught the best tasting bait to the best tasting fish (many would agree) To my knowledge, tripletail are not very that swim in the ocean. interested in artificial lures. The limited success fish in the sea. Tripletail are not very large. In fact, the legal we have had with them has been with very light limit size is 15 inches from nose to tail (two per tackle, 20 lb. fluorocarbon leader and the small- person per day). But they are fantastic to eat, est bucktail jig you can find (1/8 oz. or less) with Send your pictures, stories and and targeting them can be a lot of fun. a small piece of shrimp. favorite destinations to They like to ambush their prey by lying When you think you see one, motor up slow- The Miller Brothers at motionless next to floating debris. They wait for ly until you can confirm one is there. If there is, DeLuxe their meal to swim or drift by before attacking. keep a safe distance back to avoid spooking [email protected] or In years past, we would run the ocean trying them. Pitch your small bait past, and slowly Ted at [email protected]. Cleaners to get to our destination as quickly and pain- retrieve. Once you retrieve your bait adjacent to You wear our reputation. • 4 5-oz. skinless tripletail fillets (about 3/4 inch) • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, Braised Tripletail • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper halved lengthwise (about 3 oz.) • 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 Tbs. capers, rinsed • 3 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.) • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Puttanesca • 2 14-1/2-oz. cans petite-diced tomatoes • 1 Tbs. coarsely chopped fresh mint (Adapted from a Fine Cooking snapper recipe) • 2 anchovy fillets, minced • 2 tsp. red-wine vinegar • 3 Tbs. coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

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Swimming Yesterday Seafood Co. is located at To find out what fish is available, visit their website at 1080-9 Edgewood Ave. in Murray Hill, just north of the Compass Bank. www.swimmingyesterdayseafood.com or their Facebook page. Orders may be placed at (904) 387-3474 or by email at The store is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and [email protected]. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday,closed on Monday. PAGE 36 APRIL 2013 GoGIVERS Elizabeth Paul BY JULIE KERNS GARMENDIA for distribution by Dignity orating more as time goes on. It’s a RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS You Wear and an upcoming little bare right now.” beautification project for Paul believes that her interest in Elizabeth Paul, 33, of Murray Hill Wolfson High School where volunteering may have come from found the perfect way to volunteer volunteers will build bench- watching her own family. She by going online to investigate meet- es for the school campus. describes her family as always car- up.com. The Internet site is a net- “I am a big believer in ing and very aware of the needs of work of local groups where individu- donating time. It is just as others. als can connect with others who valuable as monetary dona- “I believe that people pick up share similar interests. They form tions and just as needed. more from what we do than from offline clubs that plan regular meet- Most people my age in their what we say, so in giving back to the ings or activities. Paul joined a vol- early thirties are busy pursu- community I want to be the person unteering group that organizes and ing careers and working who works to make changes instead posts volunteer opportunities. long hours; they don’t tend of asking others to do that,” she said. “I’ve been in the group four to volunteer much. I want to “I’m afraid there is a real mentality months and have attended three encourage that age group of out there of every man for himself, group volunteer events. There is no young professionals to find but I believe that the world can pressure, you simply join in whatev- a volunteer activity that change for the better one person and er activity your schedule permits. It could fit into their sched- one activity at a time. The truth is, if is perfect for people who work or ule,” she said. I could, I would join the Peace Paul, a native of Jacksonville, have little free time. An organizer Paul has also found a way to use Corps right now.” recently bought her first home in selects a particular charity and you her artistic interest in belly dancing, Paul, who completed her degree Murray Hill. The 1928 Craftsman decide what and how much time you to donate back to the community. from the University of North Florida style one-story brick home took her can give according to your interests,” She studies and performs with a in 2002 in Fine Arts/Photography, is a year to find and was worth the she said. local belly dance troupe, Troupe a 1997 Ed White High School gradu- wait. Paul said that the groups are an Tarab. The group volunteers to per- ate. She has worked as a graphic “It is just beautiful and was move- easy way to become involved in a form for community events includ- designer for Mitchell Proffitt in ready. While I was house-hunting volunteer activity without commit- ing Art Walk, Riverside Arts Market, Company for 10 years. I had a picture in my mind the entire ting to a rigid schedule. They also Christmas in Avondale, for senior Along with her career and work- time of what I was looking for and I bring like-minded individuals citizens in area nursing homes and ing as a community volunteer, Paul love the Murray Hill neighbor- together to meet and form friend- patients in rehabilitation facilities. enjoys travel around the U.S. and hoods,” she said. “I held my first ships, while helping others and the “Our instructor is Julianne Europe. She plans to add more coun- family Thanksgiving, a holiday party community. The organizer and group Battaglia, who teaches dance tries to the list she has already visit- and New Year’s Eve party, which all members plan social events and holi- through Ed White High School’s ed. Paul is interested in healthy eat- made it truly feel like home. Me and day parties for participants. Continuing Education Program,” she ing and would like to improve and my little family of two rescue kitties, Activities of the volunteering said. “We also entertain for the expand her cooking. She can be seen Mr. T and Cricket, (I have sucker group have included sorting food for Cancer Relays for Life and other regularly walking her Murray Hill written on my forehead), are looking distribution by Second Harvest Food cancer awareness events.” neighborhood. Bank, organizing donated clothing forward to adding furniture and dec- Liz “The Wiz” Bobeck Do You Have Top 20 Producer Prudential Network Realty

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It was love at first sight – not only between Riverside Avondale, Aries and Jennille, along courtyard, which they utilized as a backdrop Jacksonville natives Aries and Jennille Torres – with their puppy, enjoy short walks to morn- for additional wedding photos. but between them and The John Gorrie a ing cups of coffee or late night desserts. “The original courtyard was restored and condominium, Jacksonville's premier condo “Walking along the river and streets that was the perfect place for my girlfriends and community. One look and the newlyweds are canopied with large oak trees is absolutely me to take some fun pictures,” Jennille said were ready to cross the threshold and call the breathtaking. After a busy day, coming home laughing as she remembered the day. “We had former junior high school home. to the John Gorrie gives true meaning to the a vintage-themed wedding so it was absolutely “We were looking forward to finding a term, home sweet home,” said Jennille. perfect.” place we could call our own, a place that The interior of the building was a huge sell- The John Gorrie a condominium also boasts would be representative of both our personali- ing point for this young and vibrant couple. modern conveniences and residents enjoy con- ties,” said Jennille. “We weren’t in the market “We love that so many of the architectural temporary amenities including a custom- for your typical cookie-cutter home. We elements of the old school were incorporated designed fitness center, elevators, private gated wanted our home to have an urban flavor with into the design of the condos,” Jennille went parking and a resident reading room with Wi- The John Gorrie boasts modern upgrades such as GE cultural charm, but to be homey at the same onto say. “I had my wedding photos taken in Fi internet access. appliances and CaesarStone countertops in the kitchen. time, and The John Gorrie exceeds all our the building. The high ceilings and expansive “Choosing the John Gorrie to be our home fresh new start. It is our perfect escape.” expectations.” windows that adorn each room provided the was one of the best decisions we could have Make an appointment today and see why Conveniently located within walking perfect setting.” made,” said Jennille. “Just like our relation- so many have chosen to call The John Gorrie distance to local shops and restaurants in The couple’s residence features views of the ship, it’s the perfect mix of a little history and a home. For more information or to schedule a sales appointment with Prudential Network Realty representative Lee Elmore, call (904) 383-3688 or visit www.TheJohnGorrie.com. PAGE 38 APRIL 2013 City’s Animal Shelter envy of the state

fied to bring home a long-haired grey would have been possible.” Turbo, a long-haired mixed breed dog, cat. “I miss having a big, furry, fluff The relationships are critical brought a smile to Judy ball,” Swyers said. because animal shelters have Parker, who has lived without a pet for some A small, white, long-haired pooch limited space and resources time and was happy to take him home with her convinced Judy Parker to take him to and the community groups are her home off Beaver Street by wig- passionate about saving ani- gling his tail in a little mals and improving their qual- “hello” motion when she ity of life. spoke to him. “They [animal control] If animal lovers had finally recognize that we’re a tails, those tails big part of it,” said Sherri would be wagging, Andette, a Northside resident too. who volunteered at the March Unique collabo- 2 adoption event at the city’s rations between main animal shelter. Andette is Jacksonville’s the past president of Friends of Animal Control Jacksonville Animals, which and Protective offers temporary foster homes, Services and dozens shelter enrichment and medical of community animal treatment and supplies for ani- placement groups are mals. saving thousands of ani- Of course, the city’s animal mals’ lives and helping the control agency has also made other nudge adults to make a difference, city gain recognition as a changes, too, like using social media Trebatoski said. model of pet adoption suc- to promote adoptions, cross-training Also in March, the Jacksonville cess. its 44-person staff, adding a new Humane Society raised $100,000 “We’re the envy of the building and streamlining the applica- from the Mutt March and festival at state and maybe even the tion process. the Jacksonville Landing.

Abigail Waltz, who lives in Riverside, came to the Animal Control nation,” said Scott Trebatoski, Every week, workers at the Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown & Protective Services Center for some help in fostering a 5-week said the partnerships and funding old Border Collie mix chief of Jacksonville’s Animal Control Jacksonville Humane Society, a no- and Protective Services. kill adoption facility on Beaches opportunities that helped cinch the Adoption rates up, but In February, the animal control Boulevard, meet with Animal Care statewide award are “great for taxpay- many homeless animals agency was recognized as the and Protective Services staff and bring ers and for our quality of life.” Outstanding Agency of 2013 by the many abandoned and orphaned ani- But new animals are coming in as need families Florida Animal Control Association. mals back to its facility. fast, or faster, than they’re going out. Trebatoski attributes much of his In 2007, the city’s Animal Control A week before the city received the BY CAREN BURMEISTER agency’s success to 100 or more pet and Protective Services transferred award, Brown visited the Forest Street RESIDENT COMMUNITY NEWS placement partners, such as the out 425 animals, Trebatoski said. By shelter to make a public plea for more adoptions as kennels Jacksonville Humane Society, Friends 2012 that number had Debbie Swyers, shows off her newly adopted cat Tails are wagging at Jacksonville’s of Jacksonville Animals, First Coast grown to 6,500. overflowed with main animal shelter at Hannah Lombar adopted 3-year-old mixed breed Breezy No More The collaborations adoptable dogs. 2020 Forest Street as Homeless Pets and mean the city’s ani- Roughly 600 ani- cats and dogs are freed many others. mal control agency mals arrive at the from their cages and “This has had a and community part- shelters each month enter the arms of their tremendous impact ners avoid duplication during the slow sea- new owners. on placement rates of services and focus son, Trebatoski said. “Doesn’t she look and a reduction on on what they do best, But that number typ- beautiful,” said euthanasia,” he whether it’s public ically doubles to Northside resident said. education, spaying about 1,200 in April Sandra Jenkins about In 2007, only and neutering, or pro- and quadruples to the female mix-breed 17.4 percent of viding rescue and fos- roughly 2,400 in dog she adopted at the animals left the ter homes. June. March 2 adoption shelter alive, In March, ACPS Presently, the event at the city’s main Trebatoski said. In launched a new part- agency is working to animal shelter. 2012, 64 percent of nership with the non- preserve space and “She let me kiss her animals got out profit Homeless Pet resources by devel- and pet her,” Jenkins said. “She’s skit- alive. So far this year, the adoption Clubs, which works oping a program that tish right now, but she’ll warm up to and transfer rate is about 80 percent. with local schools, businesses and would help foster parents adopt the her mamma.” “You’ve basically seen the equation civic clubs to encourage animal adop- pets straight from their home. Westside resident Debbie Swyers flip upside down,” Trebatoski said. tion. Getting youth involved in the Trebatoski said he hopes to launch broke out in a smile when she quali- “It’s amazing. I never thought it effort to end needless euthanasia will that program in about a month. APRIL 2013 PAGE 39

A bucket of kindness Rachel Sandlin of Ortega can’t say Service, to lend a hand…and a bucket enough good things about Hamilton truck. Tree Service. If Cookie could talk, “I will forever be grateful to all of extended to treed cat she would be just as grateful. my neighbors and all who passed by For two days and freezing nights, to help for their concern and caring of Sandlin’s cat was stuck in a tree after Cookie’s dilemma, but especially to being chased by another cat. Coaxing John Hamilton for ultimately rescuing and calling until 1 a.m. didn’t work. Cookie,” said Sandlin, a kindergarten None of the neighborhood ladders teacher at Fishweir Elementary were tall enough to reach the three- School. “It has restored my faith in stories-high cat. the kindness of others. I’m happy to Enter passer-by Robert Harris, who report that Cookie is fed and warm first tried shooting food up to her and sleeping comfortably, never to be with a bow and broom, but that didn’t let out of the house again!” bring Cookie any closer. The morning Unfortunately, Cookie did not of Day Three, Harris asked his neigh- recover from her adventure bor John Hamilton, of Hamilton Tree unscathed; she suffered a broken tail.

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Wells Madison, 3rd grade student at St. Matthew’s Catholic School and resident of Ortega, was recently awarded the Shotty Drew Sportsmanship Award at Navy-Ortega-Lakeshore Little League. Along with co-recipient Emma Morgan (student at James Weldon Johnson Elementary School and resident of Ortega Farms), the Little Leaguers won the award for character, courage and loyalty.

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er, it’s still not to help us make our and A Planet in Motion was the theme for Josiah Smith’s of looking at things, according to as big as the clay animals,” as Cross. “They learn sun.” Josiah, she proudly showed how many different along with off her four-part Kindergartener Bree Waddle created a shoe store and jobs there are in classmate a toy store for the Community Center exhibit gorilla tableau in museums, from pub- Trystan Hall, served as docents for their the Animal Lifecycle display. lic relations to muse- class exhibit A Planet in Motion, con- Each class takes a monthly learning um maintenance.” structed following a class visit to the expedition to a local museum, where Plans for the planetarium at the Museum of Science they are often taken “behind the upcoming 90th and History. scenes” to see where older exhibits are anniversary will Each class takes a learning expedi- archived or new ones are being staged include an auction of tion to a local museum, which serves as for future display. Many of the class some of the students’ a resource for exhibits are a result exhibits, while others the class’s own of several museum are kept in display museum-quali- influences, like the cases for the enjoy- ty display. Marine Science dis- ment of parents, visi- “Everything play created by the

Destinee Bouldin and Tyriq Doss with the Marine Science exhibit Destinee Bouldin and Tyriq tors and future muse- they do is 5th grade class. um magnet students. expected to be Destinee of museum Bouldin’s favorite quality,” said museum is The Jill Cross, cur- Cummer Museum riculum inte- of Art & Gardens. gration special- “Paintings of water ist at what is and plants helped the country’s Hannah Geiger with class Animal Lifecycle exhibit me make some of 11th museum magnet elementary the plant life for our exhibit,” she said, school. “The students take great pride while classmate Tyriq Doss is a big fan in their work and go out of their way to of the MOSH. refrain from accidentally damaging A trip to the Jacksonville Zoo and someone else’s work.” the reading of The Great Kapok Tree Ortega Elementary School is finish- were the inspiration for the 2nd grade ing the last year in a three-year cycle class Rain Forest exhibit, which sported made possible by a $1.3 million grant several papier-mâché animals, includ- awarded in 2010 specifically for a ing an ocelot and an anaconda. “The s%STABLISHEDIN s&INEAND0ERFORMING!RTS0ROGRAMS museum studies program. The school is anaconda is as long as a school bus,” s#OLLEGE!CCEPTANCE2ATE s&ULL TIME#OLLEGE#OUNSELORON3TAFF currently waiting to hear if the program explained Lennox Cross. “It can eat a can be extended for another year. deer, a cheetah and a rabbit and lives in s4RANSPORTATION3ERVICES!VAILABLE s(ONORSAND!DVANCED0LACEMENT#LASSES In the meantime, the school is get- a swamp.” s)NTERSCHOLASTIC!THLETIC4EAMS s6ARIOUS3OCIALAND3CHOLASTIC#LUBS ting ready to celebrate its 90th anniver- Sophia Mauro took great delight in sary in the Ortega community, where describing the smell which emanates s$IVERSE7ORLD,ANGUAGE#LASSES s%XTENDED$AYAND%NRICHMENT0ROGRAMS s0RE +THROUGH'RADE s3CIENCEAND4ECHNOLOGY,ABS +PJOVTGPSPVS0QFO)PVTF"QSJM BN

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Above: Kate Fackler, seated center, and guests at her birthday party on River Cleanup Day Below: Jennie Busey shows birthday girl Kate Fackler how to glue to the back of the storm drain placard Cleanup trumps the cake St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School student Kate Fackler decided to celebrate her 12th birthday on Mar. 16 by inviting 14 classmates to participate in River Cleanup Day. After spending part of the morning cleaning up Stockton Park in Ortega, the sixth graders met up with Jennie Busey, education director of the St. Johns Riverkeeper, for a quick lesson on placard placement on local storm drains. “She really wanted to give back to the community,” said proud dad Mark Fackler. “They will ride their bikes around the area putting “rain water only” cards on storm drains.”

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CareCredit® www.DrElaineMartinez.com Military and major Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/dremartinezkoziol insurances accepted. APRIL 2013 PAGE 43 Bolles student ranked number one in In River Or Ocean honors son’s memory Florida swimming It was a beautiful sunny day on what would have been Clay Roberts’ 24th birthday Bolles School sixth grade student and on Mar. 16 River Cleanup & Celebration Day. Ortega resident Katherine Baker is the Florida Age Group Champion for the 11-12 Parents Gary and Terry Roberts, founders in Girls in the 100-yard Breaststroke at a meet their son’s memory of In River or Ocean, were held last month in Sarasota, with a time of out with the cleanup crew at the Arlington 109.85. Katherine also won second place for Boat Ramp site. “It was neat to honor Clay’s her 100-yard Individual Medley with a time of memory that way,” said Terry. “He loved 1:05.55 and placed third in her 50-yard being on the water.” The Roberts bought bot- Breaststroke with a time of 32.44. tled water and snacks for the 30 volunteers Katherine will compete in the National who filled 60 bags of trash from Exchange Age Group Swim Classic in Clearwater this Island. April at the FLAGS meet, formerly known as The 6th Annual Clay Roberts Memorial Junior Olympics. Katherine’s time of 109.85 Inshore Slam Fishing Tournament will be held currently places her as the number one Saturday, Jun. 15 at Beach Marine. To sign ranked 11-12 year old girl for the 100-yard up, visit FishWithClay.com or Breaststroke for Florida Swimming. Photo courtesy of ProSwim Visuals InRiverOrOcean.org or email Board@inrivero- Junior Girl Scouts earn business rocean.org for details. owner badge at Cowford Traders

Twelve Junior Girl Scouts from Troop 889 antiques store. When they asked Fewell if she recently peppered shop owner Deb Fewell of bought all her items from one source, they Cowford Traders in The Shoppes of Avondale were amazed to hear that at least 500 compa- with questions to earn their Business Owner nies were represented in the shop. Troop badge. The girls, primarily from Stockton leader Kelly Nowak reminded them that being Elementary School, learned a little bit about a retailer also includes Customer Insights, the history of the store, including its earlier another one of the badges that Girl Scouts can functions as a bowling alley, grocery store and earn.