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PUBLISHER David M. Newman CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Jackie Hanson CREATIVE DIRECTOR Terry Griffith ADVERTISING Inger Williamson PHOTOGRAPHY Dana Thompson King Paul Amy West CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Marie Merritt Heather LePetrie Kim Kristofferson-Magnusson STYLE CONTRIBUTOR Liza Chung FASHION CONTRIBUTOR Melissa Intemann HAIR Grazyna Mercado MAKEUP Carrie Wilson Andrea Koegler Lindsey Wirht
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Featured Story 42 A Firm Foundation in the Sand Accotink Academy by the Sea
Departments 17 Travel: Three Cities with Centuries of Character
48 Nutrition for Your Soul
International Talent :: Jade Scarmazzo Elite UK and Prodigy USA Photographer :: King Paul Creative Director :: Liza Chung Wardrobe Stylist :: Melissa Intemann Artwork :: Amy Donaldson Makeup :: Carrie Wilson Hair :: Grazyna Mercado
You know that eating well can ward off disease and health complications, but are you neglecting your appetite for life in the process?
53 Fight Vacation Weight Gain A simple 30-minute routine scheduled into the trip itinerary can be the difference between letting go and letting yourself go
22 Tired, Stressed, and In Pain Dr. Razvan Balotescu Shares Easy Fixes for Your Top Health Concerns
50 Throw a Knock-Out Cook-Out Little reminders to make BBQ-season get-togethers a breeze
68 Cheers to Happy Hour! Your Guide to Local Happy Hour Hot Spots
73 Beautiful People of Ponte Vedra Angi and Tony Boselli
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David Newman david@pontevedraliving.com 904.639.6018 Ext. 02
As we head into the always anticipated summer months, it’s revitalizing to start thinking about plans for travel, ways to improve ourselves and the endless social events to come. Our issue this month has a little piece of each of those to spark your excitement for summer. We highlight some extraordinary travel destinations with storied pasts that are even livelier today. Our Happy Hour guide fills you in on all the local favorite hangouts and their specials for the summer months. We also talked to Dr. Balotescu at Family Care Partners to address the ailments that interfere with enjoying our daily lives. And we highlight Ponte Vedra’s own Tony and Angi Boselli and the work they’re doing with Jacksonville’s youth. We’ve had the pleasure to attend some amazing events the past few months. The first-ever Jacksonville Fashion Week gave us an inspiring look at our local designers’ summer and swimwear collections, and we look forward to it being an annual event. I’m happy to be back on the ground after a thrilling ride in a Breitling stunt plane at Amelia Island’s Concours d’Elegance, and I extend my thanks to Christian Abrahamson and Levy Jewelers for that opportunity. Going into our third issue, we are so grateful for the tremendous response from the community. We are hearing great feedback on our fashion spreads, and our distribution is on the rise. Over the next few issues, we’ll have Heather LePetrie from Better Living LLC sharing some tips on nutrition. Plus, we’ll be implementing new departments and positive changes that we think you’ll like. Until then…
… This is your magazine. Enjoy it!
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Liza Chung Creativity comes through many mediums for designer Liza Chung. Liza’s complete devotion to the ever-changing world of style has positioned her as an innovator among her peers. Not limiting her talents to a specific industry, Liza’s design range extends from special event production and interior styling to editorial creative direction and television appearances as a respected style expert. Liza’s work has a distinguished appeal and is highly sought after both locally and abroad. Her recent projects include the production of the first official Jacksonville’s Fashion Week and the grand opening celebration for Tiffany & Co.,
Melissa Intemann Coupling many years of shopping services with a penchant for style, fashion stylist Melissa Intemann has formed MIA Styling to offer an array of image consulting and set styling services to individuals and businesses alike. Her service menu includes wardrobe consulting and fashion styling for shoots and shows.
Jackie Hanson With a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Jackie Hanson has enjoyed a diverse writing and editing background starting in sports and shifting to business and then public affairs. Her love of travel has taken her to almost 10 Pacific islands as well as Bali, Beijing, Manila and Tokyo.
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Temple Bar Cultural Quarters, Dublin, Ireland
Three Cities with Centuries of Character By Jackie Hanson
As neighbors to the nearly 450-year-old city of St. Augustine, Ponte Vedrans are familiar with the enchanting atmosphere that is born when a city’s historical past pairs with present-day culinary creations, art, music and fashion. Similar tales can be told of cities worldwide, but each possesses its own mixture of cultures and eras that combine to form its distinct personality. Summer presents a convenient time to travel and explore these treasures of the world, so to whet your appetite for world-class dining, boutique shopping, and accommodations in luxuriously renovated landmarks, here are at least three centuries-old cities you can reach in minimal travel time from Jacksonville or Orlando. Vedra Living | 17 Photo Ponte By Jackie Hanson
The capital city of the Republic of Ireland awes visitors with well-preserved remnants of its tumultuous history, which are now intermixed with the height of modern-day sophistication in fashion, international cuisine and night clubs. The streets of Dublin’s cultural quarter and surrounding districts stay full of life at all hours but are no more than a brief transit ride to the rolling green pastures of the countryside and the light-hearted conversation among local pubdwellers. Visiting in April, May and June, you will avoid the high tourist season and chillier weather. Stay in the heart of the city near the Temple Bar cultural quarters at the Westin Dublin. Formerly a 19th century bank, the Westin Dublin sits across the street from Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest university, and is within walking distance of plenty of flavorful restaurants, shopping boutiques, museums and tour bus operators. Westin Dublin, 35-39 Westmoreland St., www.thewestindublin.com. Eat at Mermaid Café, a simple France meets U.S. East Coast diner situated on a busy corner lot of Temple Bar with an innovative chef and a popular Sunday brunch. Mermaid Café, 69 Dame St., www.mermaid.ie/. Don’t Miss the Book of Kells, an elaborately decorated copy of the four gospels from 800 AD. Trinity College Library, College Green St., www.tcd.ie.
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Fort San Felipe del Morro, San Juan, Puerto Rico Photo By Jackie Hanson
Sharing a similar history and timeline of European settlement with our neighboring St. Augustine, San Juan’s narrow streets are scattered with the Spanish colonial structures of the 16th and 17th centuries. The city’s vibrant past stays alive with its stately architecture and busy town squares offering tourists plenty of historical forts and museums to browse by day and colorful restaurants and nightclubs to hop by night. April marks the end of Puerto Rico’s high tourist season, meaning lower prices for summer, and the weather stays tropical year-round. Stay at the El Convento, a 360-year-old Carmelite convent restored to Spanish elegance with modern luxuries, coveted views and a central location for experiencing Old San Juan. El Convento, 100 Cristo St., www.elconvento.com. Eat at Barú, a posh Caribbean eatery with a colorful energy throughout its bar, dining room and patio and a menu of zesty seafood favorites. Barú, San Sebastian St. #150, www.barupr.com. Don’t Miss touring Fort San Felipe del Morro, a 16th century fortress now recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Ponte Vedra Living | 19
Settled as the capital of New France in 1760, Quebec City’s oldest region, or Vieux-Québec, remains encased in its original walls, a characteristic uncommon of colonial-era towns north of Mexico. Often described as a small piece of France, the 400-year-old part of the city still functions day to day on its original winding streets and in its original European-style flat-front stone shops, homes and churches. Restaurants and boutiques fill the old buildings keeping visitors occupied for days. Tourism picks up in late May. Stay at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac if you want to splurge a little and sleep like royalty. Opened in 1893 as lodging for wealthy travelers, the chateau-style hotel features circular towers and spires from conical roofs that give it a castle-like grandeur. Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, 1 rue des Carrières, www. fairmont.com/frontenac. Eat at L’Échaudé. Keeping with the royalty theme, this fine dining fixture in the Vieux-Port area serves an intriguing menu of classic bistro dishes including duck, lamb and salmon and offers an extensive wine list. L’Échaudé, 73, rue Sault-au-Matelot, www.echaude.com. Don’t Miss the Quartier Petit Champlain, a shopping district reminiscent of a storybook filled with charming boutiques, bistros and galleries.
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Tired, Stressed, and In Pain Dr. Razvan Balotescu Shares Easy Fixes for Your Top Health Concerns
By Jackie Hanson
As a mountain biker, swimmer, tennis player, landscape photographer, avid traveler, equestrian, and creator of exercise DVDs that simulate walking or jogging on real nature trails, Dr. Razvan Balotescu leads a colorful and healthy lifestyle. He values a natural, proactive approach to health—incorporating challenging exercise, a nutritious diet, and activities for mental balance into his daily life to feel his best and prevent the onset of disease. It is with this philosophy that he has tutored patients throughout his 10 years as an internist. Many of the symptoms that interfere with one’s quality of life, he said, are easily remedied through lifestyle changes, and following are three of the most common health concerns he hears and his advice for feeling better.
I’M CONSTANTLY TIRED Fatigue can be linked to medical conditions like thyroid disease or abnormal blood sugar levels, but more often than not, fatigue is a result of lifestyle and diet choices. For starters, eliminate soda and sources of artificial sweeteners from your diet. Artificial sweeteners are absorbed into the blood stream in a matter of minutes shocking our systems and using valuable energy to produce a large amount of insulin as opposed to high fiber foods, which enter the blood stream little by little allowing our bodies to create insulin gradually. Exercising regularly will also boost your energy level, but be sure that you’re choosing appropriate exercise for your age. A brisk walk is a great form of exercise for seniors, but for most of us, a walk does little to raise the heart rate. When you exercise, your goal should be to maintain the target heart rate for your age for the duration of the workout. You will feel best if you get three hours of exercise per week spread out | Ponteas Vedra Living as22 evenly possible.
THERE’S TOO MUCH ON MY PLATE and I CAN’T RELAX Stress is very common today and can have a chain reaction on your health from sleep loss to heart attacks. The best way to combat stress is to schedule time for yourself in your weekly routine. The beach is right here, and we should take advantage of its calming effects. Many people like yoga as a way to clear the mind and get some silence. Pets are also great for stress relief. And though it’s hard to comprehend making time for it in your hectic daily schedule, exercise is the best remedy for stress. You’ll find you feel completely different after a good, vigorous workout—like your body has been reset.
I HAVE BACK PAIN Many people seek medication to rid themselves of back pain, but it’s important to consider that pain is not inherently a bad thing. It is our bodies’ way of keeping us from doing things that may cause serious damage. Additionally, pain meds only act as a Band-Aid and will not improve your condition. The mainstay for back pain is core strengthening, regular stretching and physical therapy. Regular stretching of the back muscles will relieve pressure in the spine, and regular strength training for your back and core muscles will ensure your spine is well supported in daily activities. Dr. Razvan Balotescu attended medical school in Romania followed by clinical rotations at Northwestern University in Chicago and the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville. He completed his internal medicine residency at a Yale-affiliated program at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut and passed the internal medicine board in the top 10 percent of his class in 2001. He joined Family Care Partners in May 2008. His exercise video DVDs are designed to improve your performance and make indoor exercise less boring and more fun. Find them at www.virtualendurance.com.
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Photographer King Paul Creative Director Liza Chung Wardrobe Stylist Melissa Intemann Makeup Andrea Koegler And Lindsey Wirht Clothing Capri, 40 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach LIZA CHUNG Style, Private Collection Accessories Capri, 40 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach MIA Styling, Private Collection Talent Jessica Soler, Angie Ortiz, Jana Lynn, Lauren Gergen And Heather Perez Very Special Thanks To Kim and Carl Spadaro for allowing us use of their stunning riverfront estate. The Spadaros are very well-travelled, jet-setting across the globe and capturing the essence of each experience beautifully within the design of their remarkable home. Kim has taken her global view on style one step further in creating a {soon to be launched} luxury line of fragrances appropriately named SPARADO. 40 | Ponte Vedra Living
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A Firm Foundation in the Sand Accotink Academy by the Sea By Jackie Hanson Photography By Dana Thompson
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On May 21, 4-year-old Luke will take the stage in front of hundreds of parents, siblings, grandparents, and extended family members who will fly in just for the occasion. Standing beside his fellow preschoolers, he’ll sing loudly and dance confidently the songs and steps they’ve worked hard to perfect since January. His parents will have the video recorder in hand even though 25 years later, when Luke is self-assured and successful, he’ll still clearly remember everything about this night. The end-of-the-year recital at Accotink Academy by the Sea is one of founder Elaine McConnell’s most cherished parts about her schools. “Children can do so many things at that age, and I wanted them to have a chance to perform where people and their parents could see them,” she said. The recital has been a part of Accotink schools since McConnell opened her first school, Accotink Academy Preschool and Kindergarten, in 1964 in West Springfield, Va. Three years later she opened the first school for learning disabled students in the Washington, D.C., area and in 1997 brought her educational philosophies near to her hometown of Jacksonville by opening Accotink Academy by the Sea in Ponte Vedra. In almost 50 years of watching children learn and grow, McConnell has confirmed through observation that each child has a different learning style, whether visual, auditory or kinesthetic. The curriculum and environments of her 44 | Ponte Vedra Living
schools are built to support all three while incorporating learning methods based on the latest research in brain-based education, neuroscience findings of how the brain learns naturally. In its 15th year located off of Palm Valley Road on Canal Boulevard, Accotink Academy by the Sea enrolls students as young as 2 1/2 years old through third grade. Nearly half of the students constitute six classrooms of its Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program, commonly known as VPK, with plenty of room to grow in the school’s two state-of-theart buildings. VPK was implemented by the state of Florida in 2005 making it free for all 4-year-olds to attend school. Additionally, Accotink offers the only Trans-K program in Ponte Vedra for children who need an extra year before enrolling in Kindergarten. “The school has a phenomenal reputation for excellence,” said the school’s administrative director, Christina Warfield. Accotink’s teachers are required to have a bachelor’s degree or be a certified Child Development Associate and be trained in phonovisual methods of identifying sounds while learning to read. This method paired with a comprehensive curriculum has proven advantageous when Accotink students move on to other schools. “The vast majority of kids who go on to public schools test one grade level higher in reading and math and end up in accelerated programs,” Warfield said. In addition to the core subjects of language arts, math, science, social studies and reading, the academy places high value on creativity and development through art, music, dance, Spanish, physical education and computer skills incorporating three of these Ponte Vedra Living | 45
half-hour classes per week into each child’s learning. Further enrichments are offered through after-school activities like tumbling, drama, writing and chess. Eventually, McConnell wants to expand the school through eighth grade and add athletic fields and a gymnasium. But so far, the school is fulfilling its purpose, which McConnell said is to “give children a good foundation for a higher level of learning.” Many of her early students, some of whose children now attend Accotink schools, have expressed their gratitude to the school for paving the path for their continued education and subsequent successes. And one of the things they all remember? How much fun they | Ponte Vedra recital. Living 46at had the May
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Feed Your Soul First … Then Go Finish Your Broccoli By Heather LePetrie
If I told you that the most important foods to nourish your body every day were positive thoughts, exercise, fulfilling relationships, and healthy careers, how would your mentality shift about real food? It is obviously true that we require food to live, but we also hunger for success, fun, activities, hobbies, relationships, and the list goes on — it’s not just what we eat that makes us healthy. Our quality of life stems not only from the nutrients that fuel our bodies (and maybe that occasional decadent slice of cheesecake), but also from the passions that fuel our souls, or what I like to call primary food. A problem arises when we use actual food, or secondary food, as a way to alleviate or suppress our hunger for primary food. The mind and body can suffer, and weight gain is just one of the consequences in addition to other diet-related disorders, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity, depression and high blood pressure. These conditions have become epidemics in our nation that are taking a toll on our communities, culture and health care system. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats should be our sources for the nutrients we need. Once we free ourselves from nutrient-poor foods and bad eating habits, 48 | Ponte Vedra Living
the healing mechanisms of the body will reveal our deeper physical and emotional needs. That’s when little miracles happen and we begin to listen to what our bodies are really craving. So when you have the option between fresh, whole foods and processed or fast foods, which typically lack the nutrients our bodies need, choosing the former will empower you to improve your physical health thereby opening the door for you to improve your mental health and happiness. A friend once told me about the ďŹ rst time he realized the relationship between primary and secondary foods. He was working in a natural foods store, and every day he watched customers come in and ask questions about and carefully scrutinize the healthful foods they would be consuming. After work when he was out at restaurants and movie theaters, he began to notice that the people who were munching on buttery popcorn, sticky sweets and sodas seemed to be the ones laughing and enjoying themselves. They were taking part in activities they enjoyed and looked happier, healthier and more alive than the people shopping in his natural foods store. The people in the health foods store were shopping for secondary food but were failing to nourish themselves with primary food. Just as your diet and nutrition needs may be different than someone else’s, the best primary foods for you may be different as well. Therefore, it is important to listen to your body when it tells you to take a relaxing walk, go to that movie or concert, or grab a friend for a hug. At the same time, be sure to listen when it tells you to eat some broccoli or pass up the soda. Remember to eat well and feed your soul. Live well. Be well. Heather LePetrie, C.H.H.C., ADDP, is a certified integrative nutrition coach and health counselor and the director of wellness coordination at Better Living, a Jacksonville-based company that provides individual counseling and corporate-level workshops in nutrition, weight management and behavior modification. For more information on living well, contact Better Living at (904) 312-0826 or hl@betterliving-nl.com. Ponte Vedra Living | 49
Throw a Knock-Out Cook-Out Little reminders to make BBQ-season get-togethers a breeze By Kim Kristofferson-Magnusson
Now that the hot weather is finally here, we are looking forward to long, lazy days on the beach and hot summer nights that heat up after dark. As you plan your own summer get-togethers and attend many others, use these tips to make every party fun rather than stressful.
KEEP IT SIMPLE. Whether you’re hosting a graduation party for 20 or a family reunion for 200, be sure that you enjoy the party too. Make the most of your time visiting with family and friends by breaking away from the oven. Designate your grillmaster of choice, prepare a variety of cold salads ahead of time, pick up some fresh bread, add a frozen dessert, and dinner is served! Serve everything buffet-style outdoors to cut down on cleanup time. Roll up flatware in festive napkins, stack up some bright and shiny plastic plates, and all your guests can easily serve themselves.
GET IN THE THEME. If a party you’ve been invited to has a particular theme, don’t hold back. Have fun shopping ahead of time for the appropriate costume and accessories. And always bring the host a little something that shows you appreciate all his or her efforts and planning. For example, if your host is a poker-aficionado planning a Casino Night, fill an ice bucket with playing cards, dice, poker chips, shot glasses and poker-themed cocktail napkins. If your hostess is throwing a Girls’ Night Out, she will love you forever if you fill an oversized basket with some bath salts, perfume samples, delicious smelling body lotion, a steamy novel and an eye mask. Go the extra mile, and your invitation will be the first to go out next year!
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on the patio, where the future sports stars can organize a tournament. Croquet is also a fun, simple game that all ages can enjoy right on the lawn. Even a sprinkler will do in a pinch.
FAVORS AREN’T JUST FOR WEDDINGS. Everyone loves little take-me-homes — little seedlings to plant, inscribed golf balls or a tasty treat. When hosting a BBQ or outdoor event, party favors are a perfect end to the evening and will serve as a reminder of your fun and frivolity. Why not try bottling your own homemade BBQ sauce or marinade for guests to take home? Or buy a bunch of brightly colored plastic sand pails to fill with shells collected on your stretch of beach. Or a festive silk lei is sure to bring warmth over the cooler months ahead.
ENJOY! The most important part of any great party is that you celebrate your family and friends. You never need an excuse to gather your pals for great laughs and reminiscing.
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Fight Vacation Weight Gain A Simple 30-Minute Routine Scheduled Into The Trip Itinerary Can Be The Difference Between Letting Go And Letting Yourself Go
By Marie Merritt
In my experience as a fitness and nutrition trainer, I’ve found that the average person gains 7 to 10 pounds on vacation. The good news is that it’s easy to combat the extra calories of indulging by dedicating just 30 minutes to exercise every other day. In the process, you’ll also be energizing yourself for a full day of activities. On the days in between, go for a nice long walk or be sure to plan something active and fun for the day, like surfing lessons, kayaking or rock climbing.
Lunge right leg back and return to standing. Repeat for 30 seconds. 10-second recovery Lunge left leg back and return to standing. Repeat for 30 seconds. 10-second recovery Pushups for 30 seconds 10-second recovery Hold yourself in plank position for 30 seconds. 10-second recovery Squat jumps or squats for 30 seconds 10-second recovery In pushup position, alternate pulling your knees toward your elbows for 30 seconds. 10-second recovery Repeat 6 Times.
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The workout routine below is designed specifically to work the most muscles in the least amount of time. It does not require any equipment, so it can easily be done on the beach, in a hotel room, or wherever you happen to be this summer. This routine consists of six movements. Do each for 30 seconds taking a 10 second recovery in between. Complete six rounds and you are finished!
Traveling Trail Mix Recipe 1 c. Dry roasted, unsalted almonds 1 c. Dry roasted, unsalted peanuts 2 c. Dried cranberries, blueberries or raisins (or a mixture) This makes about 16 servings.
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Photographer King Paul Creative Director Liza Chung Wardrobe Stylist Melissa Intemann Makeup Carrie Wilson Hair Grazyna Mercado International Talent Jade Scarmazzo - Elite UK and Prodigy USA Very Special Thanks To Mandy and Ashton Hudson (and their two gorgeous American bulldogs) for being such gracious hosts to our team. Mandy and Ashton’s brilliant sense of home design conveys a unique infusion of modern {beachy} chic and exotic opulence. From the streamlined architecture and cozy location to the captivating interior finishes and black-bottom pool, not a detail was missed. Ponte Vedra Living | 67
Happy Hour... Cheers! Nothing takes the sting out of a hard day like a cool cocktail or a brisk brew among good company. Garnish that with warm summer nights and a live band and consider yourself unwound. Ponte Vedra’s happy hour hot spots have you covered with tasty tapas, two-for-ones and even some fun entertainment every night of the week.
Karma 834-3942 karmapv.com 5–7 p.m. Daily
$2 off all appetizers, 2-for-1 house wines, draft beer and single-liquor cocktails. Plus: Tuesdays - half-priced bottles of wine Wednesdays - $3 martinis and $3 ladies’ cocktails Thursdays - half-priced bottled beers Fridays - $15 specialty cocktail pitchers Live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Open mic on Mondays.
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Aqua Grill 285-3017 aquagrill.net 5–7 p.m., Monday–Friday 2-for-1 house wines, draft beer and well drinks. Funday Sunday from 3–6 p.m. beginning April 3. Tapas and live music on the patio. Bogey Grille 285-5524 bogeygrille.net 4–7 p.m., Monday–Friday 2-for-1 house wines and well drinks, $7 domestic beer pitchers, and $3.50 Smirnoff drinks. Half-priced appetizers from 4–6 p.m. Bridge Market & Bistro 285-1154 4–7 p.m. daily in the bar only Half-priced appetizers, 2-for-1 well drinks, $5 glasses of wine, discounted buckets of domestic and imported beers Lulu’s 285-0139 luluswaterfrontgrille.com 4–7 p.m. daily Half-priced house wine and liquors Nineteen TPC Sawgrass 273-3238 tpc.com/TPCSawgrassDining.aspx 4:30–6:30 p.m., Monday–Saturday Half-priced cocktails and beer. $5 appetizers and cocktails menu (changes monthly). Pusser’s 280-7766 pussersusa.com 3–7 p.m., Monday–Friday Half-priced house wines, draft beers, well drinks and select appetizers Reggae Sundays from 4–8 p.m.
Restaurant Medure 543-3797 restaurantmedure.us 4–7 p.m., Monday–Saturday Service Industry Workers: 10 p.m.–midnight, Monday–Saturday Half-priced house wines and well drinks, $5 Midora martinis, $3 domestic draft beers Live music 7–10 p.m. on Monday, 8–10 p.m. on Thursday and 9 p.m.–midnight on Friday and Saturday. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 285-0014 ruthschris.com 5–7 p.m., Monday–Thursday Half-priced well drinks, $2.99 specialty martinis, $7 glasses of house wine Salsa’s 280-0232 11–7 p.m. daily $3 Sauza margaritas, $1.50 draft beers Urban Flats 280-5515 urbanflats.net 4–7 p.m. daily 2-for-1 wines, liquors and draft beers Live music at 7 p.m., Tuesday–Saturday. Wine-Down Wednesdays from 5–8 p.m. $17 for sampling of wines of appetizers. Jazz on Thursdays from 7-10 p.m. with 2-for-1 select wines. V. Kelly’s American Pub 285-7777 sawgrassmarriott.com/dining 5:30–7:30 p.m. daily 2-for-1 house wines, draft beers and well drinks
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In The City Jax {Suite} Heart Event Photography By JRB Studios, LLC
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Beautiful People of Ponte Vedra Angi and Tony Boselli By Jackie Hanson
As the first-ever draft pick for the NFL’s newly formed Jaguars franchise in 1995 followed by a seven-year career on the team’s offensive line, Tony Boselli developed a lasting connection with the city of Jacksonville. As his football career flourished — including being a five-time selection for the NFL Pro Bowl and two-time NFL Lineman of the Year among other recognitions — he and his wife, Angi, desired to help the community’s youth flourish as well. The Bosellis saw a need in Jacksonville for a safe place in the community where at-risk children could go after school and continue their education. In May 1995, they started The Boselli Foundation to address the issue and have since opened two Youth Life Learning Centers in the Northern part of Jacksonville in partnership with the City of Jacksonville, private businesses and faith-based organizations. These centers provide children with tutoring in academics and character development every day after school and throughout the summer with day camps. The children have shown improvement every year in their math and reading scores through the Brigance Assessment and the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). At the start of the program, 90 percent of the children attending the YLLC received a score of 1 on the FCAT, the lowest possible score on a four-point rubric. Today 46 percent of the kids have tested at a 3 or better, 93 percent have increased one grade level in reading, 67 percent have increased one grade level in math, and 85 percent maintain a C average or higher in school. “We have a model that helps kids,” Boselli said, “[…] and that gives them hopes and dreams and the tools to be successful.” Residing in Ponte Vedra with their five children, the Bosellis hope to expand the foundation even further in the future bringing stability, moral values, and academic support to more children in the community.
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