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ROLLCALL MIKE WHITE
WHAT EVENT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED TO ATTEND IN 2015?
KYLE BROWN
PRESIDENT
NATALIA GONZALES
ACCOUNTING
Craft and Import Beer Festival May 15th at the Arena.
NIA ALAILIMA EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
CEO OF THE BUZZ MAGAZINE
MEREDITH TEKIN
TODD RYKACZEWSKI
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival in the spring!
I always look forward to the First Coast No More Homeless Pets Mega Adoption events they save thousands of dogs and cats.
Arlo Guthrie at the Florida Theatre!
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Glen Hansard live at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall February 5th. He is a must see artist for me in 2015.
The Gate River Run!
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
RENEE MOORE
DAVE BARBUSH
DAVID PEARCE PHOTOGRAPHER
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
SPORTS MARKETING DIRECTOR
World of Nations!
The Armada games
The PLAYERS Championship
Arena Football, our Jacksonville Sharks!
I’m looking forward to One Spark! Last year was both entertaining and inspiring.
The debut of the Jacksonville Armada!
TIFFANY MCDONALD
CRAIG ONEAL
MEGHAN CARLIN
MONICA STOUDER CONTRIBUTING WRITER
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
MADELEINE BURK
AMY GRESS
One Spark
Armada Soccer
I always look forward to Dancin’ in the Streets in the Beaches Town Center in May.
One Spark!
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk
Opening of the Beaches
JORDAN BIEHL
CATHERINE WYSOCZANSKI
ALBERT BAGOCIUS
The PLAYERS Championship
The Northeast Florida Scottish Games & Festival
Definitely One Spark! It’s the one main event that made the world take notice of our beloved city!
GRECIA VALENZ
DIGITAL MARKETING DIRECTOR
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
PHOTOGRAPHER
MARKETING SPECIALIST
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
CHIEF STRATEGIST
KATRINA DAVIS
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER
KEATON BATTEN
PRINT SPECIALIST
CAREY HELPER
MARKETING SPECIALIST
26.2 With Donna The National Marathon To Finish Breast Cancer.
CALL: (904) 232-3001 FAX: (904) 232-3003
COLE PEPPER
WEB SPECIALIST
LINDI DIMAIO
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Bringing home the USS Adams to the Shipyards property. It will be a proud day in Jacksonville!
Springing the Blues Festival
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CONTENTS
FEATURED The Top Events of 2015...........................................................20-23, 50-51 Photo by Monica Lea Imagery
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Getting-2-Know ....................................................................................25 Cultural Venues.....................................................................................30
ENTERTAINMENT
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COMMUNITY
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THE ARTS
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THEATRE
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KIDS
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CUISINE
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MUSIC
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AROUND TOWN
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NIGHTLIFE
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BRAIN FOOD
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BUZZ CONTESTS ONLINE AT IWANTABUZZ.COM Enter our contests on iwantaBUZZ.com to win FREE prizes and more PARENTS NIGHT OUT Enter to win tickets to see Parents Night Out at the Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts! Through stand-up comedy, improv and hilarious audience participation, parents of all ages have a chance to laugh at the trials and tribulations of parenthood, marriage, family and everyday life in America. Parents Night Out is a clean comedy for grownups.
ODYSSEY’S SHIPWRECK! AT MOSH Enter to win passes to see Odyssey’s SHIPWRECK! Pirates & Treasure at the Museum of Science and History!
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RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY® PRESENT CIRCUS XTREME! Enter to win tickets to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Present Circus XTREME! Be astonished by UNXPECTED circus spectacles you’ve never seen before and that can’t be seen anywhere else but at The Greatest Show On Earth®.
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ENTERTAINMENT
BUZZ PICKS Jan 2
TAXSLAYER BOWL
EverBank Field TaxSlayerBowl.com
The TaxSlayer Bowl, better known as the Gator Bowl to locals, will return to Jacksonville’s EverBank Field in January. The Iowa Hawkeyes will play the Tennessee Volunteers for a chance at glory. Arrive before the game to enjoy all of the fan fun at the stadium!
Jan 8
SOUTHERN AUTHORS EVENT
Lewis Auditorium at Flagler College FHBookFest.com
The Florida Heritage Book Festival has a special treat for book lovers when New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy headlines an evening of author presentations at the Flagler College Lewis Auditorium. This unique fundraising event features two South Carolina authors, Conroy and Bernie Schein, and two Florida authors, Janis Owens and Mark Powell, who will be discussing their work and the state of Southern literature.
Jan 9
“SWAN LAKE”
Times Union Center ArtistSeriesJax.org
Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theater Ballet Maya Plissetskaya, The State Ballet Theater of Russia, now under the direction of award-winning dancer and Moiseyev dance company soloist Nikolay Anokhin, presents one of the greatest classical ballets of all time. The State Ballet Theater of Russia presents 50 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars to bring this romantic tale of true love to glorious life!
Jan Jan 16 28TH ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BREAKFAST Prime Osborne Convention Center JaxMLKBreakfast.com
Join us as we commemorate the 86th anniversary of Dr. King’s birth with a breakfast honoring his life and his dream for social change. Tomorrow’s leaders are recognized as individuals who exemplify the ideals and principles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and excel in community volunteerism, leadership and civic responsibility. The City of Jacksonville is pleased to offer the opportunity for deserving elementary, middle and high school students to be nominated for the Tomorrow’s Leaders award being presented at the 2015 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast.
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15-18 RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY PRESENTS “CIRCUS XTREME”
Veterans Memorial Arena Ringling.com
It’s time for your family to be amazed by all the X-TRAORDINARY things you know and love about America’s favorite live family entertainment experience. Be astonished by UN-XPECTED circus spectacles you’ve never seen before and can’t be seen anywhere else but at The Greatest Show On Earth®.
Jan 16
Jan 17
ONE DAY FUN DAY CAMP: “SCIENTIST FOR A DAY”
FLORIDA CUP
Museum of Science and History TheMOSH.org
EverBank Field JacksonvilleSportsCouncil.com
New this year, MOSH is holding One Day Fun Day Camps on the days Duval County students are off. Kindergarten through fifth grade campers will experience hands-on activities, science experiments and crafts that will help them understand what it takes to be a scientist. Camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended care is available. Cost is $55; MOSH members receive a 20% discount.
“JAXSPORTS is pleased to bring another high-level soccer event to our city,” said Carl Cannon, chair of the Jacksonville Sports Council. Grab tickets to this doubleheader match between Bayer Leverkusen vs. Corinthians at 1 p.m and FC Koln vs. Fluminense at 3:30 pm at Everbank Field.
Jan 18 THE GLEN MILLER ORCHESTRA
Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts ArtistSeriesJax.org
The Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought-after big band in the world today for both concert and swing dance engagements. With its unique jazz sound, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world. Photo of Natalie Angst, female vocalist for The Glenn Miller Orchestra
Jan 24
THE BLACK AND BROWN COMEDY THROW DOWN
Veterans Memorial Arena JaxEvents.com
Cedric “The Entertainer,” Mike Epps, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez and Charlie Murphy will come together for The Black and Brown Comedy Throw Down. These comedy icons will take the stage for only one night in the River City. Purchase your tickets today!
Jan 24 3RD ANNUAL BARK AND BOWL Bowl America Mandarin BarkAndBowl.com
Bowl under the best light and sound shows around, glow balls whizzing down the alley, great music to dance to and tons of great prizes. Not to mention drinks, team photos and the Dog House Vendor Area! All proceeds from the Bark and Bowl event benefit the National Canine Cancer Foundation.
Jan 31
WOLFSON CHILDREN’S CHALLENGE
EverBank Field WolfsonChildrensChallenge.com
As a not-for-profit hospital, Wolfson Children’s Hospital relies on the generosity of others to ensure that every child continues to receive the world-class care they deserve. You can support the Wolfson Children’s Challenge by sponsoring the event, running the 55K ultra marathon, organizing a relay team for the 55K ultra marathon, running the individual 30K, or participating in the 1-Mile Fun Run.
Feb 6
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
Thrasher-Horne Center THCenter.org
Parents Night Out is an audience favorite, delighting theatre audiences around the country. Through stand-up comedy, improv and hilarious audience participation, Jim and Karen give parents of all ages a chance to laugh at the trials and tribulations of parenthood, marriage, family and everyday life in America. Parents Night Out is clean comedy for grownups.
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What’s Happening First Day Hike: Jan. 1, Little Talbot Island State Park, FloridaStateParks.org
Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar to find more events.
In the Zone By Elizabeth Hecht
Complimentary Laughs Provided by The Comedy Zone
Guided Nature Hike: Jan. 1, North Peninsula State Park, Ormond By The Sea, TinyURL.com/GRParkEvents Experience “Night of Lights” with Ripley’s Red Train Tours: Jan. 1-4, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, St. Augustine, Ripleys.com/RedTrains Traditional Menorcan Christmas: Jan. 1-3, Oldest Wooden School House, St. Augustine, OldWoodenSchoolHouse.com Food & Wine Tours in a HorseDrawn Carriage: Jan. 1-5, The Tasting Tours, St. Augustine, TheTastingTours.com Pub Crawls/Food Tours/ Scavenger Hunts: Jan. 1-8, St. George St., St. Augustine, StAugustineHistoricTours.com First Friday Art Walk: Jan. 2, Downtown St. Augustine, STAA.org
Nazi Looting Lecture with Holly Keris: Jan. 13, Cummer Museum, CummerMuseum.org Marineland Beach Walk: Jan. 14, GTM Research Reserve Marineland Field Office, St. Augustine Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present Circus Xtreme: Jan. 15-18, Veterans Memorial Arena, Ringling.com
Dark of the Moon Tour: Jan. 2-4, St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, St. Augustine, StAugustineLighthouse.org
28th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast: Jan. 16, Prime Osborne Convention Center, JaxMLKBreakfast.com
Haunted Lights Wine & Carriage Tour: Every Fri. and Sat., The Tasting Tours, St. Augustine, TheTastingTours.com
Southern Classic Gun &Knife Show: Jan. 17-18, Jacksonville Fairgrounds, FloridaGunShows.com
5th Annual Candlelight Tour of Villa Zoryada: Jan. 3, Villa Zoryada, St. Augustine, VillaZoryada.com/ CandlelightTours.html Guided Cultural Hike: Jan. 3, GTM Research Reserve, GTMnerr.org Guided Trail Walk at Marineland River to Sea Preserve: Jan. 6, Marineland, St. Augustine, OldCity.com Lightner Museum Curator Tours: Every Wed., Lightner Museum, St. Augustine, LightnerMuseum.org Downtown Art Walk: Jan. 7, Downtown Jacksonville, ILoveArtWalk.com 2014 SASS FL State Championship: Jan. 8-11, Ancient City Shooting Range, St. Augustine, SiegeStAugustine.com Second Saturday Plant Sale: Jan. 10, Washington Oaks State Park, Palm Coast, WashingtonOaks.org january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
Jacksonville Fencing Club Tournament: Jan. 10, Jacksonville Fairgrounds, JacksonvileFair.com
Gator Bowl Tailgating: Jan. 2, Jacksonville Fairgrounds, JacksonvilleFair.com
Old City Farmers Market: Every Sat., St. Augustine Amphitheatre, StAugAmphitheatre.com
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present Circus Xtreme Jan. 15-18 | Veterans Memorial Arena
“When my son plays outside, he says ‘pause’ and ‘resume’ instead of ‘stop’ and ‘go.’ Should I be concerned?” – Heather McDonald Heather McDonald gained popularity with appearances on E!’s “Chelsea Lately” and “After Lately.” She has written two best-selling books, collaborated with the Wayans Brothers on “White Chicks” and headlined her national tour, “My Inappropriate Life.” She will be at the Comedy Zone January 8-10.
Third Saturday Photo Challenge: Jan. 17, Washington Oaks State Park, Palm Coast, WashingtonOaks.org Guided Beach Exploration: Jan. 17, Environmental Education Center, Ponte Vedra Beach Nocatee Farmer’s Market: Jan. 17, Nocatee Farmer’s Market, Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee.com Tolomato Cemetery Guided Tour: Jan. 18, Tolomato Cemetery, St. Augustine, TolomatoCemetery.com GTM Research Reserve Marineland Lecture: Jan. 20, GTM Research Reserve Marineland Field Office, GTMNERR.org Pilot Club of Jacksonville Antique Show: Jan. 23-25, Jacksonville Fairgrounds, JacksonvilleFair.com Matanzas Inlet Guided Walk: Jan. 27, Matanzas Inlet Parking Lot, St. Augustine, GTMNERR.org North Florida Arms Collectors Gun Show: Jan. 31-Feb. 1, Prime Osborne Convention Center, CillfHangersGunShows.com
“If everybody that ever slept with Kim Kardashian got together and made a song and video, it would look like the ‘We Are the World’ video.” – Michael Blackson Michael Blackson has dubbed himself “The African King of Comedy” and has been performing his standup for more than a decade. He has appeared on BET’s “Comic View,” HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam” and in the film “Next Friday.” He will be at the Comedy Zone January 15-18. More details are online at ComedyZone.com or Facebook.com/ComedyZoneJax.
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY EDITOR
Dr. Judith A.M. Smith
President & CEO, HandsOn Jacksonville
To get involved in our community visit HandsOnJax.org
Making a Difference: non-profit & charity leaders in our community
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The mission of Hope at Hand cultivates wellness through art and poetry. We connect very quickly with adolescents who don’t normally trust adults. Once trust is established, they work hard to make personal gains. I have yet to come across a participant who does not want to improve the quality of their life. We provide effective tools that promote creativity, independence, wellness, choice and change while embracing their desire to become productive members of society.”
STEFFANI FLETCHER Hope at Hand | HopeAtHand.org
Steffani Hendricks Fletcher is a Jacksonville native who is dedicated to meeting the social, academic and wellness needs of underserved populations. She has 22 years of teaching and administrative experience with Duval County Public Schools. Fletcher holds degrees in Elementary Education, Educational Leadership and also national certifications from the American Montessori Society and the National Federation of Poetry Therapy. Fletcher is also a member of the Leadership Jacksonville Class of 2015. Fletcher founded Hope at Hand in 2009 and has created poetry therapy programming for 17 social service/education venues in the North Florida area.
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I am honored to lead such a successful and life-changing organization such as HabiJax. We are committed to improving lives and transforming communities. I am constantly reminded that we would not be as successful as we have been over the last 26 years if not for the support of the entire Jacksonville community.”
MARY KAY O’ROURKE
Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, Inc. (HabiJax) | HabiJax.org
Mary Kay O’Rourke, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville (HabiJax), has led the organization to become one of the most effective Habitat affiliates in the U.S. by providing affordable mortgages to more than 2,000 families. For four years, she has managed a 16 million campaign to transform the New Town neighborhood to ultimately serve 400 families through homeownership and owner occupied rehabilitation projects by 2016. Along with her B.A. in Sociology from Seton Hall University, O’Rourke is a graduate of Achieving Excellence in Community Development from the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education and is a Leadership Jacksonville alumna.
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Community
COMMUNITY FOCUS
The Most Interesting Person I’ve Interviewed This Month
PETER JENNISON
Beaches Fine Arts Series, Inc.
He’s an attorney, a husband and dad, and a battle-tested Iraq War vet. The First Coast’s own Peter Jennison is also an incredibly talented musician, with powerful songs that speak to the pain and longing of deployment.
BeachesFineArts.org For the past 42 years, Beaches Fine Arts (BFAS) has presented world-class performing artists in concerts and educational outreach programs completely free of charge to everyone in our community. The staff of BFAS believe that great music should be heard by all people and enhances the fabric of the community, which undergirds the BFAS mission to remain free of charge. BFAS artists range from classical to jazz to world music performers. Each artist performs educational programs, ranging from mini-concerts to workshops to master classes for various students. Known throughout the state by teachers, the organization received the 2012 Florida Music Educators Association’s Distinguished Service Award for its outstanding educational programming. BFAS is known nationally and is featured regularly on NPR’s Performance Today with concert recordings, the only presenter in North Florida with this distinction. BFAS is able to continue this gift to the community through the financial support of grants from both the City of Jacksonville and State of Florida, as well as corporate support from many local and national businesses and the stalwart support of individual donors. A schedule of upcoming concerts can be found at BeachesFineArts.org
First Coast Connect with Melissa Ross
A few years ago, Jennison released “Longing for Home (Songs From War),” an album he wrote while deployed in Iraq.
Now, he’s out with a new release titled “Coming Home,” which he wrote in 2012 during another deployment to Kuwait and Afghanistan.
“I wanted to celebrate the touching reunions we see when soldiers are reunited with their families,” says Jennison, “and also pay tribute to the many who are wounded or who return in flag-draped coffins.”
The Bridge of Northeast Florida BridgeJax.com The Bridge of Northeast Florida is hosting its 2nd Annual Jazz on the Bridge fundraising event to prepare inner-city youth for excellence. This exciting event will be held February 14, 2015, at the Jacksonville Public Library Downtown from 7 to 11 p.m. Jazz on the Bridge is a progressive concert to include performances featuring Miles J. Davis accompanied by his Jazz ensemble, the Bridge House of Dance, other local jazz performers, a silent auction and heavy hors d’oeuvres.
Jennison is a talented piano player and composer, and his songs are incredibly poignant and powerful. I urge you to give them a listen! Learn more at www.PeterJennison.com.
As a proven leader for 32 years, The Bridge is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting the development of healthy, productive, self-sufficient youth and families by providing comprehensive educational, social, health and employment programs that target more 3,500 students annually. Many Bridge families reside in economically overburdened and disadvantaged communities where the risk is high for negative outcomes such as teen pregnancy, high school dropout rates and crime. The Jazz on the Bridge event will help promote these children to remain in school, improve their academic performance, reduce recidivism, gain pertinent healthcare education, receive intensive case management, and attain college scholarships.
LEADERSHIP JAX
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
An interview with a leader in the Jacksonville Community
L’Arche Harbor House
DR. MAX LINCOLN
LArcheJacksonville.org L’Arche Harbor House has been part of the Jacksonville community for more than 29 years. L’Arche International is celebrating 50 years of building a more human and inclusive world for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. The mission of L’Arche Harbor House is to bring people with and without disabilities into relationships, beginning with mutual relationship between people of differing abilities and backgrounds. These relationships bring about our transformation as we grow into the full persons that God has called us all to be and our gifts are revealed to our community. That community becomes a sign to the rest of society that fellowship and joy amidst diversity and difference is possible.
Orthopedic Surgeon Southeast Orthopedic Specialists
BUZZ: Was it always your goal to become an orthopedic surgeon? Tell us about your journey. DR. ML: As with most kids growing up, my dream jobs were incredible things popular in the media. Being from Canada, I narrowed the list to becoming a professional hockey player, like my idol Wayne Gretzky, or to becoming a spy like my other hero, James Bond (as played by the suave Roger Moore). All of this changed one day when mom discovered a lump on my lower leg that seemed to be getting larger over time. My parents (and myself, I suppose) were devastated to find out that I had chondrosarcoma, a form of bone cancer that is common in adults in their fifties, not 10-year-old boys.
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My journey with bone cancer posed an obvious obstacle to my future as the next star athlete or international man of mystery. However, by the grace of God, we were near some of the world’s top orthopedic surgeons in Toronto. My right leg (and my life) was saved after several operations. My parents’ determination and prayers ensured I had every opportunity to have a “normal life” and become the person I am today. My mother, being a schoolteacher, soon assumed the role of academic nurturer and sacrificed her career so that I did not fall behind in school. My dad, being a strong Catholic Canadian who prided himself as our family’s leader, ensured that I never missed a hockey game, even if it was from the stands in a wheelchair or with my leg casted. He did everything he could so that I could participate with my peers, no matter what adaptive device he had to “MacGyver.”
person (Wayne, as I call him). In all seriousness, these people encouraged me to push through the physical and emotional difficulties in my rehabilitation. To this day, I recognize that it is my responsibility as a doctor to motivate and encourage my patients towards recovery and be there for them above and beyond their actual surgery. My experience with healthcare as a child drove me to pursue it as a career. I focused on orthopedics early in medical school and was exposed to all fields within orthopedics during residency. Surprisingly, rather than pursue pediatric tumour surgery as a sub-specialty, adult reconstruction (hip and knee replacements) became my passion. The advances in this field captured my interest so much that I went on to do two more fellowships. My first fellowship, under Dr. Richard Santore in San Diego, provided extensive exposure and training in treatment of arthritic and pre-arthritic conditions of the hip. I then went to study under Dr. Allan Gross in Toronto, a world expert in performing complex hip and knee replacements. Both of these men were instrumental in me becoming the surgeon I am today. You can see that when I tell people orthopedics has been part of my life since I remember, it is true! BUZZ: You were one of the leaders recognized at the Legacy of Leaders dinner and in the Portrait of Leadership Gallery that was held at Ocean 60. What does being a leader mean to you?
DR. ML: Being chosen as a leader has been a huge honor. To be good leader, one must truly embrace and represent those you are leading. One must be confident in their abilities, but always approachable and encouraging to the team involved. These qualities are key to inspiring and motivating a team towards success. I try to lead During my multiple surgeries and rehab stints at Toronto’s my staff and patients by this philosophy. When Hospital for Sick Children, I met and was inspired by surgeons challenges arise, I encourage reflection and revaluation and other patients. I even got to meet Wayne Gretzky in to move forward.
Community Events
Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar to find more community events.
2015 School Choice Expo: Jan. 10 | Prime Osborne Convention Center
ZOOLights: Jan. 1-3, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, JacksonvilleZoo.org
Homeschool Program “Shipwreck!”: Jan. 21, Museum of Science and History, TheMOSH.org
First Friday Cosmic Concerts: Jan. 2, Museum of Science and History, TheMOSH.org
Humana Challenge Weekend Honoring Bob Hope: Jan. 22-26, World Golf Hall of Fame, St. Augustine, WorldGolfGallOfFame.org
Bank Of America Museums On Us Weekend: Jan. 3-4, MOCA Jacksonville, MOCAJacksonville.org
Duval County Public Schools Elementary Science Fair: Jan. 29, Prime Osborne Convention Center, DuvalSchools.org
2015 School Choice Expo: Jan. 10, Prime Osborne Convention Center, DuvalSchools.org
MOSH After Dark “…and a Bottle of Rum with Bacardi Rum”: Jan. 29, Museum of Science and History, TheMOSH.org
Little Learners “Pirate Adventure”: Jan. 14, Museum of Science and History, TheMOSH.org One Day Fun Camp “Scientist for a Day”: Jan. 16, Museum of Science and History, TheMOSH.org
Wolfson Children’s Challenge: Jan. 31, EverBank Field, WolfsonChildrensChallenge.com Second Annual ONE by One Convention: Jan. 31, Prime Osborne Convention Center, JAXPEF.org
Homeschool Program “Shipwreck”: Jan. 21 | MOSH
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT UNITY PLAZA
UnityPlazaJax.com
By providing access to thousands of free events celebrating diversity within the themes of arts and culture, mind, body and spirit wellness, and community engagement, Unity Plaza will nurture Jacksonville and all of its people. Based on the successful models of Bryant Park in New York City and Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland, Unity Plaza, in collaboration with hundreds of our region’s nonprofit organizations, will help fuel the revival recently ignited in Jacksonville’s urban core. According to Alex Coley, Unity Plaza land donor, “In their own individual ways, both Bryant Park and Pioneer Square are unique expressions of the communities that gave birth to them and both continue to reinvent and re- energize their cities every single day. There is a history and a journey associated with each of these special places including a vision, stewards and a collective will resulting in enhanced communities. Great cities all have these iconic places that provide the community with a venue for gathering and being their best.” january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
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THE ARTS
Be On The Look Out For Bryan LeBoeuf
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nformed by European masters, LeBoeuf’s careful compositions incorporate beautifully painted surfaces and almost baroque lighting effects. His tightly controlled technique, representational subject matter and subtly manipulated compositions are meant to create a through-the-looking-glass illusion, removing barriers between viewers and the images. Through his cropping, positioning and modeling of figures, LeBoeuf creates the impression of unseen space, asking viewers to imagine the focus of the attention of a figure who gazes into space beyond the confines of the canvas.
“If all we had to do was manage craft! Look at the French Academy. My God! Every student in an atelier—they’re all extraordinary,” LeBoeuf told Morris Museum of Art Curator Jay Williams in an interview. “Their technique is like a camera could do it. Technique in picturemaking won’t save the work; but without it, it will probably die.” See LeBoeuf’s work in “Get Real” at MOCA Jacksonville through January 4th.
Arts Unleashed Be On The Look Out For
Kelsie Butler
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elsie Roth Butler was born in Merritt Island, Florida, in 1992. Butler predominantly works in the medium of painting, but also works as a print maker and mixed media artist. She received her Baccalaureate degree in Fine Arts Painting, Drawing, and Printmaking at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, graduating with honors. Butler has had her work exhibited throughout the UNF campus and at the Saint Augustine Art Association in Saint Augustine, Florida. She still resides in Jacksonville Beach and plans to continue her fine arts education in the fall of 2015.
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Art Locale
Author’s Note Jon Gordon’s Inspiring Fables Bring Out the Best in Yourself and Your Team
FEATURED EVENTS
PROJECT ATRIUM: ANGELA STRASSHEIM Now-March 1
ROBERT LEEDY “WATERCOLORS” Now-Jan. 7
MOCA Jacksonville MOCAJacksonville.org
First Street Gallery FirstStreeGalleryArt.com
Photographer Angela Strassheim illustrates transitional points in our lives—particularly the precious, fleeting nature of childhood and adolescence. Many photographs feature her nieces and nephews at several phases of their lives. Half of the collection has never been exhibited before. The large-format prints, some as large as 75 inches wide, can be viewed from all three floors of the monumental Haskell Atrium Gallery where they are hung salon-style.
Florida watercolorist Robert Leedy is known for his strong sense of light and color. Loose washes of bold, luminous color readily define his unique personal style. Leedy grew up in Jacksonville and graduated from Valdosta State University with a BFA in Art. He enjoys nature and a large portion of his work is done outdoors.
CLOTHING AND FASHION IN THE CUMMER MUSEUM’S PERMANENT COLLECTION Now-Feb. 8
SHADOWS AND LIGHT Opening Reception, Jan. 15
The fables included in “The Jon Gordon Box Set” have inspired readers around the world. For the first time, eight of Jon Gordon’s most engaging and powerful fables are together in one limited-edition box set. The collection will fuel your life, work and team with vision, passion, positivity and purpose. Gordon’s masterful storytelling and meaningful messages make the set a perfect gift for professional colleagues, students and families alike. Jon Gordon has worked closely with numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, hospitals, and leaders in business and education to develop positive and high-performing teams. This powerful and inspiring collection of fables from best-selling author Jon Gordon features lessons and insight that will empower you to make positive changes in your professional and personal life.
Cummer Museum CummerMuseum.org The Cummer Museum highlights historical works from the Permanent Collection that explore the significance of clothing and fashion. American masterworks are placed in context with European precedents while focusing on the following themes: Greco-Roman trends; Elizabethan antecedents; Marie Antoinette and the lure of the shepherdess; the influence of Japonisme following the opening of Japan to regular trade in 1853; and the mystique of Seminole patchwork.
Hogan Gallery, The Art Center II Studios TACJacksonville.org Visual artists are invited to produce works that portray shadows, light or both. A shadow is a dark shape that appears on a surface when someone or something moves between the surface and a source of light; an area of darkness created when a source of light is blocked. Light is the form of energy that makes it possible to see things: the brightness produced by the sun, by fire, a lamp, etc.
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Jamison Webb
Best of The Second City will play at Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center’s Terry Theater Saturday, January 31, at 8 p.m. for one performance only! “Nothing is funnier to me than someone who takes something very trivial very seriously.” –Jamison Webb Jamison Webb is thrilled to be performing with The Second City. He hails from Fort Myers, Florida, and is a graduate of the University of Florida (Go Gators!), where he performed sketch and improv with Theatre Strike Force. He performs at iO with Gold Star and at the Upstairs Gallery with Rotten (when they can remember they have a show). He thanks his family, Holly, and his friends for their love and support. Follow him on Twitter: @jamisonwebb
BUZZ: In what ways is The Second City unconventional in its approach to theatre and comedy? JW: Improvisation is the core of The Second City’s approach to comedy. Actors write and re-write a scene multiple times by improvising it until they land on a version of the scene that works. It’s an organic and exciting way to craft comedy. We’re also very responsive to current events. Whereas a play written in the 1930s can’t directly comment on today’s headlines, a The Second City show can touch upon things that happened in the world that very day.
Top: John Sabine, Casey Whitaker, Blair Beeken, Bottom: Kelsey Kinney, Jamison Webb, Jasbir Singh. Photo credit: Kirsten Miccoli
of archaic language or drawn-out scenes, which is probably unfair. There’s such a great energy to any kind of live theatre, whether it’s Shakespeare or The Second City. I think what The Second City does especially well is combine elements of comedy, traditional dramatic theatre and music into a really exciting show.
BUZZ: I read that The Second City is bringing improv-based methodologies to the corporate sector; could you elaborate on that? WB: The basics of improvisation—agreement, collaboration, trust, confidence—are translatable across all walks of life and all professions. The Second City regularly conducts BUZZ: How do you think the style of The Second City relates to a younger generation corporate workshops that touch upon these cornerstones, which are great tools for teamthat traditional theatre seems to lack? building, brainstorming and public speaking, among many other facets of corporate life. WB: Well, I think when people talk about “traditional theatre,” they sometimes think
Players By The Sea Players by the Sea presents history that sizzles! “Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde” Unfolding on the Studio Stage January 9 – 24, Players by the Sea presents the fascinating and confounding story of Oscar Wilde’s flamboyant swath through English literature, high society and low life. At the height of his success in 1895, with two of his most brilliant comedies (“An Ideal Husband” and “The Importance of Being Earnest”) reigning in London’s West End, Wilde brought a court action for libel against a brutish aristocrat, the Marquess of Queensberry. It led to his downfall, imprisonment, and death in disgrace and exile. Was Wilde willfully self-destructive? Or pitifully delusional and blinded by love? A martyr to repressive Victorian hypocrisy? Or the victim of his own egotism and arrogance? Perhaps all of the above? Moises Kaufman’s riveting docu-drama “Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde” explores this fateful tale in words drawn directly from the court records, newspaper accounts of the time and eye-witness memoirs. Debuting Off-Off-Broadway in 1997 (featuring Jacksonville actor Michael Emerson in the lead role), the show created a sensation and subsequently moved OffBroadway to great acclaim. Directed by Dave Alan Thomas, the show features Bill Ratliff as Oscar Wilde and an eight-person ensemble re-creating more than twenty real-life characters, from Queen Victoria to sleazy “rent boys.” The ensemble showcases the talents of David Benfield, Noah Bennett, Ron Shreve, Kelby Siddons, Karen Overstreet, Kevin Bodge, Daniel Austin and Roger Lowe. Performances are January 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 at 8 p.m. Sunday matinee performance January 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 for adults; $20 for students, seniors and military. Thursday Student Nights offer half price admission with valid student ID. For information and tickets, call (904)249-0289 or log onto www.PlayersByTheSea.org. january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
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CENTER STAGE THIS MONTH
“BUDDY HOLLY” Now-Feb. 8
Alhambra Theatre & Dining AhambraJax.com
A jukebox musical celebrating the songs of Buddy Holly and other early rockers. The musical tells the true story of Holly’s meteoric rise to fame and his tragic death less than two years later.
“GROSS INDECENCY: THE THREE TRIALS OF OSCAR WILDE” Jan. 9-Jan. 24
Players By The Sea PlayersByTheSea.org
In 1895, Oscar Wilde brought a libel suit against his youthful lover’s father for publicly maligning him as a sodomite. Wilde was then put on trial for acts of “gross indecency” and for a vision of art that outraged Victorian propriety. This masterpiece turns the trials into riveting human and intellectual drama by expertly interweaving courtroom testimony with excerpts from Wilde’s writings and the words of his contemporaries.
“SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH” Jan. 23-Feb. 15
Matuza Main Stage, Limelight Theatre LimelightTheatre.Ticketleap.com
“Sweet Bird of Youth” is a 1959 play by Tennessee Williams that tells the story of a gigolo and drifter, Chance Wayne, who returns to his home town as the companion of a faded movie star, Alexandra Del Lago (travelling incognito as Princess Kosmonopolis), whom he hopes to use to help him break into the movies. The main reason for his homecoming is to get back what he had in his youth: primarily, his old girlfriend, whose father had run him out of town years before.
“GUYS AND DOLLS” Jan. 27
Thrasher-Horne Center THCenter.org
Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, this oddball romantic comedy, considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy, soars with the spirit of Broadway as it introduces us to a cast of vivid characters who have become legends in the canon, including Sarah Brown, the upright but uptight “mission doll” out to reform the evildoers of Times Square. Photo credit: Patrick McNabb
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“TIME STANDS STILL” Jan. 16-Jan. 31 Theatre Jacksonville TheatreJax.com
Sarah is a photojournalist who has returned from covering the Iraq war after being injured by a roadside bomb. Her reporter boyfriend, James, is swamped by guilt after leaving her alone in Iraq. Theirs is a partnership based on telling the toughest stories and making a difference together. When their own story takes a sudden turn, the adventurous couple confronts the prospect of a more conventional life.
PUCCINI’S “LA BOHEME” OPERA
Jan. 29
Times Union Center ArtistSeriesJax.org
Performed in Italian with English super titles projected above the stage, “Teatro Lirico D’Europa – La Boheme” features a full orchestra and chorus, sets and costumes, and international soloists. The story features young, struggling artists living together in an apartment in the Latin Quarter of Paris in 1830, trying to survive and find true love despite conflicts and a devastating illness.
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Theater in the River City By Tamara McClaran, Northeast Florida Theater Enthusiast THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY ROCKS THE ALHAMBRA THEATRE & DINING Singer/songwriter Buddy Holly was a pioneer in the rock and roll world — a rising star who changed the face of popular music before his untimely death in 1959. “The Buddy Holly Story,” a jukebox musical celebrating the songs of Holly and other early rockers, opens the 2015 season at The Alhambra Theatre & Dining. The show opens on Dec. 30 and runs through Feb. 8. The musical tells the true story of Holly’s meteoric rise to fame to the top of the record charts until his tragic death less than two years later. The show is back at the Alhambra because of popular demand.
“The show has been popular with audiences not just here, but all over the world,” said Alhambra Managing Partner Craig Smith. “It is partially because the music is so good and so familiar.” The show’s song list includes well-liked hits from the 1950s, including “Peggy Sue,” “Oh Boy,” “Maybe Baby,” “That’ll Be the Day,” “Raining In My Heart,” Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba” and the Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace.” While music is a focus, the show also tells a compelling story about a groundbreaking musician who wasn’t satisfied with the norm. And while everyone knows how the story ends, it isn’t told in a sad way.
“‘The Buddy Holly Story’ is not a two-hour eulogy,” Smith said. “It is a high -energy celebration of a guy that changed rock and roll. He pushed the envelope and his influence is alive today.”
Tickets can be purchased at www.AlhambraJax.com or by calling (904) 641-1212.
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The Book of Mormon Photo by Joan Marcus
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ART & THEATRE
The Book of Mormon
Times-Union Center Moran Theater Feb. 4
The Orny Adams Comedy Show Comedy Club of Jacksonville Jan. 2-3
Parents Night Out
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Feb. 6 THCenter.org
Dancing with the Stars: LIVE! Times-Union Center Moran Theater Jan. 4
Ethel Merman’s Broadway Starring Rita McKenzie
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Jan. 10
Time Stands Still Theatre Jacksonville Jan. 16
The Mountaintop
Stage Aurora -Gateway Plaza Jan. 16
Shadows & Light Art Exhibit
The Art Center Cooperative II Jan. 15-Mar. 9
Bobby Horton: Songs and Stories of the Civil War Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Feb. 13
Local visual artists will display works that portray shadows, light, or both. The opening reception for this exhibit will be held January 15, 6-8 p.m. at The Art Center Studio & Gallery at 229 N. Hogan St. The Art Center Cooperative, Inc. is a non-profit corporation that provides the Jacksonville community with a focused group of professional artists in search of excellence and recognition at their craft.
Rhythm of the Dance
Kathleen Madigan
Dancing Pros: Live!
Florida Theatre Jan. 22
Times-Union Center Moran Theater Feb. 22
Guys and Dolls
Don Quixote de la Mancha
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Jan. 27 20
Parents Night Out is an “instant audience favorite,” delighting theatre audiences around the country. Karen Morgan, a Southern belle, and Jim Colliton, a Boston Irishman, are both comedy veterans and parents who are married – just not to each other. They bring you both sides of the story. Through stand-up comedy, improv and hilarious audience participation, Jim and Karen give parents of all ages a chance to laugh at the trials and tribulations of parenthood, marriage, family and everyday life in America. Parents Night Out is clean comedy for grownups.
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Florida Theatre Feb. 14
Russian National Ballet Theater: Don Quixote Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Feb. 22
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Feb. 22
Eisenhower Dance: Motown in Motion
Russian National Ballet Theatre: Don Quixote
SPORTS 2015 TaxSlayer Bowl Game EverBank Field Jan. 2
Bring It On 2015 5K Trail Run
Nocatee Splash Waterpark Jan. 3
New Years Rockin 5K Savion Glover’s Stepz Florida Theatre Feb. 28
Tango Buenos Aires
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Mar. 27
Eisenhower Dance: Motown in Motion Don’t Dress for Dinner Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Feb. 28 THCenter.org
Theatre Jacksonville Apr. 24
The Miracle Worker
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Apr. 25
Theatre Jacksonville Mar. 6 Photo by Justin Namon
Koresh Dance Company
Academy Sports Jan. 3
Florida Cup Soccer EverBank Field Jan. 17
Paddleboarding for Fun All Wet Sports Feb. 21
Human Images of Nurture (Parental Care) Art Opening The Art Center Cooperative II May 21-July 6
Nature Series Art Opening The Art Center Cooperative II May 21-July 6
Hairspray
Theatre Jacksonville Jun 12 TheatreJax.com
I Love Lucy® Live On Stage
Times-Union Center Moran Theater Mar. 18 I LOVE LUCY® LIVE ON STAGE takes audience members back to 1952 as members of the Desilu Playhouse studio audience where they await the filming of two hilarious and oh-so-familiar I LOVE LUCY® episodes, “The Benefit” and “Lucy Has Her Eyes Examined.” A charming host entertains and enlightens the crowd to the behindthe-scenes filming process of a brand new thing called “television,” the Crystaltone Singers perform advertising jingles in perfect 50s style harmony and the sidesplitting antics of America’s favorite foursome – Lucy, Ricky, Fred and Ethel.
Beneath the Sea Art Opening The Art Center Cooperative II Mar. 19-May 11
The 1950’s are out and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network, all without denting her ‘do!
Bits n’ Pieces Puppet Theatre – Rip Van Winkle Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Jun 23 THCenter.org
Wildlife Art Opening
The Art Center Cooperative II Sep. 17-Nov. 9
Jacksonville Armada vs. FC Edmonton Apr. 4 Everbank Field
Soccer fans in Jacksonville will have a North American Soccer League team to cheer for when the 2015 Spring Season kicks off after the NASL Board of Governors unanimously approved an expansion bid.
NCAA Men’s Basketball March Madness - Round 2 Veterans Memorial Arena Mar. 19
NCAA Men’s Basketball March Madness - Round 3 Veterans Memorial Arena Mar. 21
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YouthQuake Live “Circa 1995” New Life Christian Fellowship Jan. 9
Carnival Okoa
Jacksonville Beach Jan. 10
Charlotte’s Web
Thrasher-Horne Center of the Arts Apr. 21 THCenter.org Theatreworks’ production of Charlotte’s Web is based on E. B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present Circus Xtreme Veterans Memorial Arena Jan. 15-18
The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Jan. 24 THCenter.org
CSX Train Days
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Jan. 24-25
Valentine’s Day at The Pablo Creek Library Pablo Creek Regional Library Feb. 14
NONPROFIT/COMMUNITY
3rd Annual Bark and Bowl Bowl America Mandarin Jan. 24
The Wolfson Children’s Challenge 55K Ultra Marathon EverBank Field Jan. 31
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 107th Founders Day Observance Hyatt Regency Riverfront Jan. 31
Ghost Hunt with Amy Bruni from Syfy Channel’s Ghost Hunters Old Clay County Jail & Courthouse Jan. 31-Feb. 1
Communities In Schools of Jacksonville 25th Anniversary Gala Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Feb. 5
2015 Chariots of Fur 5k & 1-Mile Fun Run St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church (By-the-Sea) Feb. 7 SaintFrancisAnimalHospital.org
Run or walk, with or without your dog, on the beautiful beach of Jacksonville Beach to help pets in need of medical care. In addition to the 5K race and one-mile Fun Run, all participants will receive a souvenir tech t-shirt and race packet filled with goodies for people and pups. The top race finishers will be awarded hand-made ceramic dog bowls and the race festivities will include sponsor booths, Doga (yoga with your dog), dogs available for adoption, hot chocolate, a complimentary runner’s buffet, massages and a raffle.
First Coast No More Homeless Pets Espeto Dinner & Silent Auction Espeto Brazilian Restaurant Feb. 25
2015 Daniel Golf Classic Timuquana Country Club Mar. 16
Beaches Community Healthcare Family Walk & Fun Fest
Steve Trash
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts May 6
Dinosaur Train Live: Buddy’s Big Adventure Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts May 15
Jacksonville Beach Seawalk Pavilion Mar. 7
The Family Walk and Fun Festival features the one or two-mile beach walk. After the walk, there will be tons of fun activities throughout the day for families. All proceeds from this event benefit Beaches Community Healthcare, a Sulzbacher Center clinic.
29th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting Luncheon & Silent Auction Prime Osborn Convention Center Mar. 19 22
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Drink Some Ale Save Some Tail Bold City Brewery Mar. 21
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Jan. 3
Sheriff’s Round Up for Police Athletic League
JAX ICE AND SPORTSPLEX: BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
Deerwood Country Club Mar. 28
Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex JaxIceAndSportsplex.com
Pedal 4 Paws to benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets
Cap off a great winter break with some time on the ice! There will be free hockey and skating clinics, door prizes, music and more. Join the ranks of the Pint-Size Superhero! The Blood Alliance Mobile will be on hand for donations during the event. Call (904) 399-3223 for more information.
Unity Plaza Apr. 4
Jan 9
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation One Walk Jacksonville Fairgrounds Apr. 11
FRIDAY MUSICALE: OUTSTANDING YOUNG PIANISTS
Walk MS
Friday Musicale FridayMusicale.com
Unity Plaza Apr. 25
Founded in 1890, Friday Musicale brings beautiful music to the masses. You and your family will delight in the talented sounds of Jacksonville’s young pianists at this free recital. Celebrate all the hard work and dedication these prodigies have given to the development of their melodious skills.
Walk MS connects people living with MS and those who care about them. The funds raised by participants give hope to the more than 2.3 million people living with MS worldwide through life-changing programs and cuttingedge research.
Relay For Life of Riverside Riverside Park May 2
Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature vent to raise awareness and funding to fight cancer. A victory lap recognizes local cancer survivors and a Luminaria ceremony honors and remembers those who have faced cancer.
First Coast No More Homeless Pets Pawparazzi Fashion Show Alhambra Dinner Theatre
Jan 15-18
RINGLING BROTHERS AND BARNUM & BAILEY: CIRCUS XTREME
Veteran’s Memorial Arena Ringling.com
Join in the fun at this all-new show! Be dazzled by heroic feats and superhuman strength! There will be acrobats, motorcycle high wire acts, silly clowns and more. Go to Ticketmaster.com to purchase tickets.
May 28
Enjoy an elegant dinner, champagne reception, amazing silent auction, and a live runway fashion show featuring the fashion from local boutiques and pets helped by the FCNMHP Angel Fund, all in the beautiful Alhambra Dinner Theatre and Dining venue.
Wine with the Swine
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm Jun. 13
First Coast No More Homeless Pets Dogtoberfest Met Park Oct. 24
Jan 18 TOWN OF ORANGE PARK FARMERS’ AND ARTS MARKET
Jan 24 WORLD FAMOUS POPOVICH COMEDY PET THEATRE
Town Hall Park TownOfOrangePark.com
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts THCenter.org
Join over 100 vendors as they embark on the 2015 season of this incredible market of handmade and homegrown goodies! Enjoy quality family time as you support local vendors. Fresh produce, honey, food and much more!
Let Gregory Popovich’s furry and feathery rescued friends melt your heart and make you laugh during this awardwinning, family-oriented show! This talented menagerie includes 15 cats, 10 dogs, four geese, eight white doves and two parrots! Don’t miss this one-night-only show! Tickets start at just $14. january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
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Kids Keeping a Healthy Balance to Life: Building a Healthier Interior and Exterior You
WJCT has a great way for you to spend time with your favorite creature adventurers: Wild Kratts-LIVE! WJCT and The Florida Theatre proudly present Wild Kratts-LIVE!, a theatrical stage show based on the hit animated television series “Wild Kratts.” Martin and Chris Kratt step out live on stage to engage the audience in a classic “Wild Kratts” story. Join us at The Florida Theatre and experience the astounding “creature” fundamentals, infectious excitement, and inspiring quest of the Kratt Brothers that make the “Wild Kratts” such a hit with kids and their families. Get your tickets now at FloridaTheatre.com!
By Robin R. Warren WJCT Education Outreach Coordinator
Recently, WJCT’s Stan Cleiland sat down with trainer Jessie Pavelka of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” at the grand opening of the Biggest Loser Resort Amelia Island to discuss how a healthy lifestyle makes an impact on our everyday lives. For even our youngest members of society, physical images in the media impact how Join us Monday, February 16, as WJCT and The Florida Theatre present Wild Kratts-Live! Two shows at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Visit FloridaTheatre.com now to get your tickets!
individuals see themselves. For Jessie, his interest in physical fitness started with training clients developing their exterior bodies, but began to shift to building better interior selves. Jessie worked with a doctor to encourage his patients eat healthier and build their bodies with an emphasis on figuring out why they had certain eating habits.
WJCT’s Stan Cleiland pictured (right) with trainer Jessie Pavelka of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” (left).
“You have to find ways that work for you,” Jessie says. “Waking up earlier and working out during your lunchtime are just a couple of the changes you can make.” At the start of a new exercise program, there is a degree of excitement and initial commitment, but some get discouraged if they don’t see immediate results. Jessie says, “Remember, it is the small changes, the consistency
What’s Happening at MOSH By Kristi Taylor
VOLUNTEERS are an extension of MOSH’s staff. They fulfill a variety of roles, from carrying out administrative tasks to helping with special events. One of the most critical volunteer needs MOSH presently has is in our curatorial department. This area of the Museum includes the Florida Naturalist’s Center, which is home to MOSH’s resident critters like snakes, owls, turtles, frogs, and even an oppossum. After training with a Museum naturalist, volunteers will be able to answer visitors’ questions about the animals, enhancing visitor experience, and will assist in maintaining a clean, nurturing environment for our animals. Volunteer opportunities are available in the Florida Naturalist’s Center on
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Sharing healthy routines with our children is a great way to help them get a good start to their physical health. As much as technology is an important part of our lives, it doesn’t replace physical activity or developing healthy eating. Jessie recommends putting down the iPad and smart phones and enjoying physical playtime with children. “It really is all about balance,” Jessie says, “and finding out what makes you feel better in mind and body.” For Jessie, it all comes down to four principles of life: movement, food, mind power and family. Each of these is key to building a successful life and providing a successful model for our children.
…that the Ritz Theatre & Museum will host Lady Campbell’s Souper Soul Sundays the first Sunday of each month? Take your family to the Ritz for a night of soul, gospel and fellowship. The January 4th event starts at 5 p.m. Go to RitzJacksonville.com and buy your tickets today!
weekdays, with the greatest need for help in the mornings and on weekends. MOSH’s TEEN INTERN PROGRAM is a great way for students to fulfill scholarship hours and gain valuable job skills while having fun! Volunteer opportunities are available in several areas of the Museum, including being camp assistant to conducting science demonstrations throughout the Museum. The application process opens in February, followed by an interview process and selection of 75 teenagers to help the Museum during the busy summer months and into the coming school year. The program is structured to allow teens to complete the majority of their 100-hour commitment during the summer. We also have opportunities available for COLLEGE INTERNSHIPS. Areas in need include curatorial, exhibits, special events, education and art design. For more information about volunteer opportunities at MOSH and to download a volunteer application, visit TheMosh.org.
Happy New Year from WJCT!
kids to DID YOU for KIDS EAT FREE eat, play, KNOW? grow & learn. By Courtney Nichols
Help Bring Science and History to Life!
The New Year is upon us! Did you make a resolution this year? If giving back to the community is on your to-do list for 2015, look no further than MOSH. The Museum of Science & History offers several volunteer options and it’s a great way to share your passion for history and science with the hundreds of thousands of visitors that pass through the Museum’s doors each year. We have opportunities for teenagers, college students and adults.
that matters most. Be open to new ways of exercising and preparing food.”
…that the Museum of Science and History hosts “Little Learners” the second Wednesday each month? These pre-school aged programs are just $5 per person (ages 3+). Swashbuckling pirates are all the rage for the January 14th program, based on the newest exhibit Shipwreck! Pirates and Treasure. Preregister at TheMOSH.org.
…that two amazing dance productions are coming to Jacksonville in January? Dancing with the Stars: LIVE! and The State Ballet Theatre of Russia - Swan Lake will both have one-nightonly productions at the Times-Union Center. Go to ArtistSeriesJax.org for more information and to purchase tickets.
Bento Cafe
Bento in Tinseltown is a happening spot on Monday nights! From 6-10 p.m., kids 12 and under will get a free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Try the Teriyaki chicken and request brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier option. BentoCafeSushi.com
Ramirez Restaurant Monday through Thursday, Ramirez Restaurant in Orange Park offers kids 10 and under a free kid’s menu item with the purchase of an adult entrée – limit two kids per table. This Cuban-Mexican restaurant offers a delicious variety of authentic cuisine. Try the taco salad but 86 the tortilla bowl for a lighter meal. RamirezRestaurant.com
Steak N’ Shake Saturday and Sunday, kids eat free with the purchase of an $8+ adult meal at Steak N’ Shake. Drop the fries and choose applesauce to lighten up the kid’s meal. For adults, try the Apple Harvest Grilled Chicken salad, especially if you add a shake to the calorie count. SteakNShake.com
GETTING
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DAVID SHIPMAN
RINGLING BROS AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS RING MASTER
BUZZ: What is one thing most
people don’t realize is part of the job of being a circus ring master?
DAVID:
Being a ringmaster is a way of life. The job doesn’t just stop when I walk out of the ring. There is an importance in establishing a positive relationship with the cast, crew, band, management and concessions team that all equally help build “The Greatest Show On Earth.” Everyone must feel special and significant while simultaneously appreciating the amazing talents that you’re surrounded with. We travel with people from 13 different countries, so there is never a shortage of conversations as we continue to grow as a unit and learn about each other’s culture and heritage. Ringling Bros. is not only a show that brings families together; we are intrinsically a family ourselves.
BUZZ: What advice would you
give to a kid that wants to join the circus?
DAVID: An amazing part of being with
Ringling Bros. is that you realize that people are capable of amazing feats of superhuman bravery, strength and resilience. An important message that we implement in each Ringling Bros. show is that everyone is powerful beyond measure. With hard work, persistence and passion, anything is possible. The quote that changed my life and led me to where I am now is, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” The most important thing to remember when following your dreams is that if you never try, you’ll never know.
TO READ MORE ABOUT DAVID’S CIRCUS LIFE, READ THE BLOG ON IWANTABUZZ.COM
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Where: Margaritas Mexican Grill When: Sunday Afternoon
Two Thumbs Up
Appetizer: Taquitos Mexicanos – 4 deep fried corn taquitos, 2 chicken and 2 beef, served with lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole and sour cream only $7.49.
Where: 9825 San Jose Blvd. Price: $4-$13
Contact: (904) 423-1070 How Good Food Should Taste Margaritas Mexican Grill Article by Monica Stouder & Photos by Monica Lea Imagery: MonicaLea.com
For the last five years, I have been blessed with this written platform (and a very patient editor). This generous word count and abundant plethora of delish Jacksonville dishes has allowed me to share with you, dearest BUZZ’ers, restaurants that deserve forkable favor. Once in a while in this line of work, you find a spot that gets you really excited; a shout from the rooftops kind of eatery, if you will: “This new spot is a definite Two Thumbs Up!” Margaritas, in its infancy at only 3 months old, is that place for me. Locally-owned and operated, this is not your average combo-oriented Mexican food joint. From the moment I walked into Margaritas, I was excited to be there. The music was playing, the interior was immaculate and festive, and the owner himself greeted me with the warmest welcome I’ve ever experienced outside of my own grandma’s kitchen. Instantly you find yourself imbued in the food enthusiasm around you, not to mention some killer margaritas! At a price point of only $3.99 ($2.99 during Happy Hour), you’re definitely going to need to imbibe the chips and house-made salsa as well! After my smiling salutation, my equally friendly and knowledgeable server, Idalia, went over some very important aspects of the restaurant. She told me that ownership is onsite. One owner
works the front of the house and the second owner runs the back of the house as executive chef and manager. This business model says to me that quality control is never in question (another thumb up).
The price points here are amazing as well, starting at around $4!
The menu is extensive, with traditional combotype dinners combined with sumptuous signature standouts. I wish I could, in my food enthusiasm, Additionally, Idalia shared that every dish is made espouse more about this cool, casual spot – but to order and everything, down to the amazing alas, the word count is cutting this one close meat marinades and sauces, is homemade. Some (sorry beloved editor)! sauces take up to two days to construct! Recipes are the owners’ own creations, including some Overall, Margaritas is a warm, fun, inviting of the specialty margaritas! Desserts are also restaurant with caring and culinarily creative homemade and created in-house. Wow! Now ownership, spectacular service, out-of-this-world who’d have thought that what I perceived to be margaritas (try the Jalapeño infused one when your standard run-of-the-mill Mexican eatery you get a chance), low price points and a great was, in fact, building up to be one of those array of menu selections that, based on the few items eaten thus far, I postulate are equally as fantabulous food finds! delightful. Really, what more could you ask for? After chipping and salsa dipping, my signature dishes arrived – hot and fast. The Fajita Aguacate From the rooftops once again: “Two Thumbs UP!” was unlike anything I’ve eaten. This lightly BUZZworthy Note: breaded, cheese-wrapped, deep-fried avocado stuffed with chopped chicken was just a fun, Happy Hour is from 2 to 7 p.m. every day, featuring yet delicious bite! The Taquitos Mexicanos were a full bar! There are also daily specials- Monday also a good dish and easily could be shared as a lunch: chicken fajitas $6.99 and margarita on super hearty appetizer. Truly, don’t miss any of the rocks for only $2.99. Tuesday: burritos are the fajita dishes that contain the sliced steak. The $3.99 ALL DAY and draft brews are only $1.99. chef/owner here REALLY prepares these tender Wednesday: quesadilla meal for only $3.99 and and tasty morsels in a memorable way. If you like frozen margaritas for $2.99. Thursday: quesadilla meat and cheese, get the Queso Fundidos with rellena is $5.49, taco salad is $5.79 and Coronas beef as an appetizer. This highlights the steak in are only $2.99. a wonderful, comfort-food way!
Entrée: Fajita Aguacate – deep fried avocado stuffed with chicken and served with rice and soft taco only $9.99.
Entrée: Fajita Poblanas – sizzling platter of grilled beef fajita covered with Margaritas signature creamy poblano sauce, sautéed mushrooms, onion, cilantro and strips of poblano pepper only $13.99. Dessert: Sopapilla – 4 delicious deep fried chocolate covered empanadas served with whipped cream only $1.
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Taking 5 with Tammy Poudrier Director of Marketing Woody’s Bar-B-Q
Tammy Poudrier has been with Woody’s Bar-B-Q for more than nine years and will be celebrating her 10-year anniversary with the organization in July 2015. She is a native of Jacksonville and a Wolfson High School graduate. Tammy spent enjoyed some time with Universal Paper in Sales & Marketing early in her career. She also started her own company called Ideal Image and provided a service that organized homes and offices, as well as some interior design. In her role at Woody’s Bar-B-Q as director of marketing, she especially enjoys working with the franchisees on their marketing and sales. She works with them to develop campaigns and events throughout the year. She is also a resource to the many franchisees and provides a marketing “boot camp” program delivered at each store. She stresses that the franchisees need to focus on connecting with the community they are a part of. In 2015, the focus for Woody’s franchises will be to develop many family events where the goal is to provide an atmosphere where families are eating together. “We all live in fast-paced world and it is important for families to take time and at least sit and enjoy a meal together,” said Tammy. Tammy is a graduate of the University of North Florida with a major in marketing & management, so she definitely utilized her degree in pursuit of a perfect position. Tammy is one of few Jacksonville natives. She also volunteered her time and talent along with her two sisters at retirement homes by singing to the residents.
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This place is worth the drive for their delicious assortment of vegetarian/vegan breakfast and lunch options. They have lots to choose from and serve a tofu scramble all day long. Their tabouli is to die for. Make sure to check out their brunch options on the weekends!
This locally-owned deli is very veg-friendly! They offer several veggie and vegan wraps, as well as tempeh options. All coffee/espresso drinks can be served with soy or almond milk. They also use many organic ingredients.
When Tammy reaches that time where she may want to step back from business, she sees herself helping other people through volunteer work. She is currently involved with the Northeast Florida Child Protection organization, better known as Helping Hands. She participated in fundraising activities for Helping Hands that raised close to $24,000 in the last two years. When Tammy is not working, she finds relaxation at the beach reading a good book. We wish Tammy all the success in her role at Woody’s Bar-B-Q in 2015!
EUROPEAN STREET
EuropeanStreet.com Enjoy many vegetarian and vegan-friendly foods like New Day Salad with cashew cheese and the Athena’s Gift sandwich. This is the only restaurant in Jacksonville currently serving raw food options from Shakti. For dessert, try the raw pies from Shakti. Your stomach will thank you!
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{ MUST TRY LOCAL EATS } LYNCH’S IRISH PUB
Come in for a taste of the Irish. Lynch’s serves up bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie and, of course, burgers from 11am-9pm weekdays and 10am-9pm on weekends. Check their website for food specials as well. 514 1st. St. N. , Jacksonville Beach, 249-5181
GROTTO WINE BAR
Welcome to The Grotto, where their passion for wine is only rivaled by the incredible atmosphere. From the impressive wine by the glass selection (over 70) to the large bottle display (over 300, for here or retail to go) and the complimenting tapas menu (small plate selections from around the world), you will find all you need to relax, unwind and escape to another world. 2012 San Marco Blvd. 398-2404.
SAHARA CAFE AND BAR
Come out to the best hookah lounge in Jacksonville! Enjoy belly dancing Friday nights, karaoke on Monday nights and half-price beers on Wednesdays. 10771-110 Beach Blvd., 338-9049
Encounters
CAFÉ FREDA
At Café Freda, they describe their menu as “global comfort food made with local love.” Their foods draw inspiration from a plethora of international sources, including Asian, Cajun, Caribbean, Greek and Mediterranean, Indian and Pakistani, Latin American, Middle Eastern, Moroccan, American Southern and Vietnamese. Café Freda also offers vegan and vegetarian-friendly meal options. 2782 Park St., 619-7687
CASA MARINA
Join us for a casual dining experience with an oceanfront view. Casa Marina serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tues-Sat. Don’t miss their award-winning Sunday Brunch at 10 a.m. 691 N. 1st St. 270-0025.
NORTH BEACH BISTRO
Enjoy fabulous dining with exceptional food in a casual environment. Many call it the best-kept secret of the beach. Enjoy Happy Hour Monday-Saturday and several other weekly specials. 725 Atlantic Blvd. Ste 6. 904-372-4105.
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2 for $20 & Personal Chef: Food, Fun and Entertainment
Fishermans Galley Grill & Bar Article by Monica Stouder
CHEF SCOTT DRAPER Hook, line and sinker – Chef Scott Draper of Fishermans Galley Grill & Bar has caught the taste buds of Jacksonville’s fans of our formerly finned friends!
BUZZ: When did you find an interest in cooking? SD: It has been a passion of mine since childhood. BUZZ: How did you receive your training to become a chef? SD: The school of hard knocks – self taught! Photo by Monica Lea Imagery : MonicaLea.com
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What: Fishermans Galley Grill & Bar When: Saturday Afternoon
battered item on the menu is hand-breaded with FGGB’s own signature blend and served to order. Freshly prepped food – you just can’t beat it! Locally-sourced specials come straight off the boat in Mayport.
Where: 9825 San Jose Blvd., Unit 1
I ordered a large bowl of the chef’s signature seafood chowder and my taste buds were not Contact: (904) 253-3112 disappointed in the least! This ample soup has a tomato base and was incredibly rich, not only in Awesome eats for you and a fellow foodie flavor but had a pop of heat that really balanced shouldn’t have to put a wallop on your wallet. all of the elements. This brothy bite had okra, With this month’s feature of a fabulous fish- tomato and was chock-full of fish and other cool imbued find, two can definitely eat for $20! crustaceans. I cannot emphasize enough how delicious and hearty this chowder was. If you are a soup aficionado, this is a do-not-miss dish!
The aTmosphere
Saturday was one of those food adventures where my eating associate and I decided it was time for something new. We ventured into Mandarin via San Jose Boulevard and spotted a new moniker gone unnoticed in months past in the large strip mall behind the Outback Steakhouse. Within moments, Fishermans Galley Grill & Bar stood before my hungry compadre and me. We bounded through the glass doors of this new-to-us fish fare find like clam-chowdergiddy schoolgirls.
My chewing cohort ordered grilled shrimp with a couple of sides and this, too, was a good menu item. The large shrimp were well-seasoned and there was no rubbery bite in the bunch.
Our arrival prompted immediate and smiling service and we were quickly seated at a table amongst other chatty chowhounds. The fish dishes I observed others around us swimming through looked amazing. The lunch specials were being served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and we saw a beautiful-looking flounder dish with hushpuppies, carrots and cole slaw; a crab cake platter with homemade mac n’ cheese and broccoli; a gorgeous fish sandwich and fries; some tasty-looking gator tail; and an individual who was diving into a huge platter of fried shrimp. Yup, we found the specialty, and in a tasty twist of fate, it happened to be another special of the day: 50-cent shrimp!
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According to our knowledgeable server, the restaurant is locally-owned and operated (our favorite kind of joint) and the chef, Scott Draper, has 30 years in the food industry. Every premium
1 ice cold water with lemon: free, 1 draft brew: $2.49, 1 large bowl of seafood chowder: $5.99, 1 shrimp lunch special with hushpuppy, sweet potato and veggie: $9.49.
Overall, this large restaurant has taken great care to create fresh fish dishes while still maintaining great value, with price points from $3.99 to $15.99. The service was super friendly, the restaurant was immaculate and, of course, supporting a local business is always a good choice in my cookbook! So find a famished With a large interior, this casual spot for ocean friend, throw out a line and catch a bite at eats boasts plenty of seating for big parties and a Fishermans Galley Grill & Bar. Your taste buds fully stocked bar. Mmm, beer – always a bonus. (and wallet) will thank you!
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FGGB has a full bar and Happy Hour all day every day…yes, you read correctly. On Thursdays, they have the Hacker Happy Hour with $2 pints, $3 wells and 50-cent wings and shrimp from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.! Additionally, FGGB caters and has an extremely spacious private dining room that is available for events. Also, Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., this awesome spot for superb eats has a special menu of light lunches for only $7.99!
The Damage $17.97
BUZZ: What cuisines influence your style of cooking?
BUZZ: Favorite dish to prepare: SD: Steak paired with any fresh seafood – surf and turf!
SD: French/American BUZZ: Most unusual dish you have eaten: BUZZ: What is your most memorable kitchen experience?
SD: Whale anus at a fine Japanese restaurant.
SD: Finally using my creativity and not cooking corporatebased recipes.
BUZZ: What are your favorite ingredients to use?
BUZZ: What sets your restaurant apart from others within your food style, and in the local area?
BUZZ: What food is your greatest indulgence?
SD: We hand bread our seafood to order using our inhouse recipe. BUZZ: Do you have a specialty dish that your family and friends always want you to make?
SD: Fresh herbs, butter and, oh yes, wine.
SD: Ice cream. I can’t stop until the carton is empty. BUZZ: If you could have your own cooking show, what would you name it? ‘ SD: ‘Think on Your Feet for Feasts’
SD: Crepes and my cheesecakes, oddly enough. BUZZ: Favorite kitchen tool:
BUZZ: Do you cook on your off time or do you prefer someone to cook a meal for you?
SD: A very sharp knife. I love honing my knife skills.
SD: I prefer to cook for myself.
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6 oz. fresh tuna diced 6 oz. fresh snapper diced 2 Tbsp. lemon basil tequila butter Sautee both in separate pans
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Mix together and add veggies. Let marinate at least one hour. Use soft or crunchy shells and garnish with sweet potato sticks.
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Winter Jam Jan. 9th
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Since its formation by NewSong in 1995, The Winter Jam Tour Spectacular has featured many of the top names in Christian music, including TobyMac, Third Day, Newsboys, Steven Curtis Chapman, Lecrae and more! GRAMMY®-nominated platinum-selling rockers Skillet will return to the famed Winter Jam stage to headline the blockbuster tour’s 20th year. Winter Jam is an incredible evening of live concerts by the top artists in Christian music, plus worship and ministry, to encourage believers and share the good news with those who have yet to trust Christ.
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When you attend a Winter Jam event, you can count on ministry being the main focus. Winter Jam has always had a “first come, first serve” admission policy. The response to Winter Jam has been so tremendous that we frequently reach venue capacity. Unfortunately, this means that people are often, regrettably, turned away at the door. Joining JAM NATION allows consumers to secure a premium seat in advance, in addition to many other benefits. Sign up for Jam Nation at 2015.JamTour.com
TEST YOUR MUSIC KNOWLEDGE Does Winter Jam have an age limit to attend the show? A. Yes B. No
Skillet has sold more than ____ albums A. 5.5 million B. 3.5 million C. 2.5 million D. None of the above
What do you receive when you join Jam Nation? A. Free and Early Admission B. A Seat of Your Choice C. Jam Nation T Shirt D. All of the above
Winter Jam is known for promoting this deal. A. 5 artists for $5 B. 10 artists for $10 C. 10 artists for $20 D. 20 artists for $20
Which artists will NOT headline this year’s show? A. Skillet B. Jeremy Camp C. TobyMac D. Francesca Battistelli
ANSWER KEY 1.B 2.D 3.C 4.C 5.B
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When NewSong began
When NewSong began Winter Jam, it was based on the idea of removing cost barriers, so more people could attend, be encouraged by the music, and hear the gospel. Years later, those are still the foundations of Winter Jam.
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Music Locale BRIAN LITTLE The Beer Apostle “Sourcing Suds” is a new column in The BUZZ Magazine written by The Beer Apostle, Brian Little, in which he acknowledges locally brewed beers being served at locally operated beer joints. As the Beer Apostle, Brian seeks to spread the good-news-message of craft brews. Join him each month as he highlights a different craft beer location and a locallyproduced beer from their tap list and hosts fun and educational events around town for Jacksonville Grapes & Hops. REGISTER AT Meetup.com/Wine-372 to attend their next event!
SANDY HACKETT’S RAT PACK SHOW
THE COCKTAIL HOUR MUSIC OF THE MAD MEN ERA
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It’s not until you indulge in Hackett Miller’s critically acclaimed production of “Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show” that you begin to realize why Sandy Hackett’s own personal connection to these iconic legends has allowed him to tell this story unlike any other producer or performer. Sandy’s father, legendary comedian Buddy Hackett, was the best of friends with Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Joey Bishop – and together, they all made history. Photo courtesy Hackett Miller Company, Inc.
Light up a Lucky and pour yourself a highball – this is the music of the Mad Men era. Steven Reineke leads the top 40s of the early 60s. A few ounces of Paul Anka, a shot of Brenda Lee and even a splash of Ben E. King –all mixed into a Mad Men musical cocktail!
TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND
Jan. 16 Florida Theatre FloridaTheatre.com
Driven by Trucks’ signature slide-guitar sound and Tedeschi’s honey-to-husk voice, Tedeschi Trucks Band delivers an electrifying blend of blues, soul, jazz and rock, drawing from an ever-evolving song list. The group is touring in support of their second studio album “Made Up Mind.”
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FEATURED ARTISTS & MUSIC SCENE
UNF FACULTY WOODWIND QUARTET
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Jan. 30 Ritz Theatre and Museum RitzJacksonville.com
Rhonda Cassano and Claudia Minch have been members of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra since 1979. Committed to the advancement of the next generation of clarinetists, Sunshine Simmons has received accolades as a performer throughout the country. Brad Behr is the adjunct professor of bassoon at the University of North Florida. Kevin Reid is in his 16th season as principal horn of the Jacksonville Symphony.
Lucky Peterson is the most dangerous triple threat working in the blues genre. He has gained a reputation as one of the most preeminent performers of the modern era, as a searing lead guitarist, fantastic organist and first-rate vocalist. His many talents are truly mind-boggling.
GALACTIC
Jan. 29 Freebird Live FreebirdLive.com Galactic was formed eighteen years ago in New Orleans. They cut their teeth playing the biggest party in America: Mardi Gras. “CARNIVALE ELECTRICOS” is beyond a party record. It’s a carnival record that evokes the electric atmosphere of a whole city – make that, whole cities – vibrating together all on the same day, from New Orleans down the hemisphere to the mighty mega-carnivals of Brazil. Photo by C. Taylor Crothers
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Turn it UP Bands to be on the lookout for
STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC: Paper Diamond is a one-of-a-kind artist who brings his own unique music to the table, a sound unparalleled to anything else around today. The Paper Diamond sound has raw energy and the kind of dramatic anticipation only a seasoned producer can incite. His signature style combines memorable melodies, space-age synthesizers, catchy vocals, chops, glitches and serious experimentation to create a rich listening experience. His music can’t really be categorized or labeled — he produces high-energy electronic music that sticks to no genre and strives to broaden the listener’s musical spectrum. As The Huffington Post says, “Paper Diamond’s sound has the capacity to make a packed dance floor vibe as one.” When his debut mix for BBC Radio 1’s Diplo and Friends aired, Diplo mentioned that “every festival in the world is not complete without booking Paper Diamond.” Paper Diamond’s latest singles and original productions include “Black Rose” and “WYLIN,” which received 250,000 plays within one week and was trending as the number one track nationwide on Soundcloud.
CATCH HIM LIVE AT: Jan. 23 at Freebird Live WEBSITE: Paper-Diamond.com
MERLE HAGGARD -MerleHaggard.com
STORY BEHIND THE MUSIC: The word “legend” usually makes an appearance at some point when discussing Merle Haggard. It’s an acknowledgment of his artistry and his standing as “the poet of the common man.” It’s a tribute to his incredible commercial success and to the lasting mark he has made, not just on country music, but on American music as a whole. It’s apt in every way but one. The term imposes an aura of loftiness that’s totally at odds with the grit and heart of Haggard’s songs. “I’d be more comfortable with something like ‘professor,’” he once told a reporter, and the description suits him. Studying, analyzing and observing the details of life around him, Haggard relays what he sees, hears and feels through his songs. The lyrics are deceptively simple, the music exceptionally listenable. Others who have lived through those same situations recognize the truth in the stories he tells. Haggard’s real gift is that anyone who hears his songs recognizes the truth in them. When a Merle Haggard song plays, it can make an innocent-as-apple-pie grandma understand the stark loneliness and self-loathing of a prisoner on death row; a rich kid who never wanted for any material possession get a feel for the pain of wondering where the next meal will come from; a tee-totaling pillar of the community sympathize with the poor heartbroken guy downing shots at the local bar. As a result, Haggard found his songs at the top of the charts on a regular basis. Immediately embraced by country fans, he also earned the respect of his peers. In addition to 40 #1 hits, Haggard charted scores of Top Ten songs. He won just about every music award imaginable, both as a performer and as a songwriter, and in 1994 was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. His body of work easily places him beside Hank Williams as one of the most influential artists in country music. That’s quite an accomplishment for the boy who was once officially branded “incorrigible.”
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PAPER DIAMOND
STRIKE UP A CHORD
INTERVIEWS IN THE MUSIC COMMUNITY WITH TODD RYKACZEWSKI
Interview with Mike Bernos
FROM MONDO MIKE AND THE PO BOYS WITH SPICE
“I grew up with New Orleans R&B and I find I often write in a 12/8 time, which requires the song to be sung behind the beat, giving it the emotional power of a testimonial.” –Mike Bernos
BUZZ: How do you describe your music to people? MB: Mondo Mike and the Po Boys is really a showcase for the incredible vocals of our lead singer, Spice. She takes the songs and turns them into a tour-de-force blend of gospel and blues that comes out being a form of blues rock. I don’t try to be a funky band. There are plenty excellent groups in town that can handle that, the Parker Urban Band and Stanksauce to name a few. BUZZ: Do you write your own songs? MB: I write all the songs for the band and consider my songs to be lyrically driven. All of them are vignettes of metaphorical expression. I start with an idea that inspires me or one I am interested in exploring. The music, often in a 12/8 time, becomes the structure for expression. “Love in the Blind,” “Once Twice Baby Good Night,” and “Soul to Soul” are good examples. “Soul to Soul” is dedicated to the passage of HRO in Jacksonville. You can hear all the songs at Reverbnation or Soundcloud. Read the entire interview at iwantabuzz.com MondoMikeAndThePoBoys.com
Interview with George Veech FROM STRANGLED DARLINGS
“Thoughts and beliefs are as real as a new Lexus or a Happy Meal - sort of.” –George Veech
BUZZ: What do you think of music games like Singstar or Guitar Hero? GV: They are too easy to mock. Anything that brings some degree of composed/intentional music into
the house of people can’t be that bad. Besides, I feel bad for Journey (and their fat cat execs) because of all those royalty checks they never got, thanks to those pesky pirates ripping CD’s like a kid under a Christmas tree. Shockingly, I suck at those music games.
BUZZ: What is your musical discovery this year? GV: That’s a tie. Courtney Barnett (she does that Cole Porter thing by singing her words off-kilter
rhythmically but dry as a bone like Kurt Cobain without the distortion) and Phosphorescent (kicks beats phat as Sumo wrestling, lyrics dark and muscular like a Burmese python on the hunt for pets in South Florida). If you listen real careful, you can hear how we totally stole their stuff & put it on Boom Stomp King.
BUZZ: What image do you think your music conveys? GV: Objects versus Death. There is a fight going on between our corporal selves and the thoughts we have and can exchange between other selves. You visit, say, Jerusalem or the sidewalk where the cops shot Michael Brown and you might feel the stones or the concrete emanating something to you – but only as long as humans repeat the story. Fabricating meaning from physical objects tends to be our preference as tool makers. Otherwise, you’re just left with stuff like the Grand Canyon or the Everglades, which is harder to claim agency is making powerful. Oh, and then there’s music. Read the entire interview at iwantabuzz.com StrangledDarlings.com january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
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Head over to the Veterans Memorial Arena for an afternoon of pure rivalry. The UNF Ospreys are taking on the JU Dolphins for the ultimate River City Rumble.
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See some amazing Gypsy Vanner & Drum horses compete! This event is completely free and will be taking place both Saturday and Sunday at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.
Jan 31 WINTER BEACH RUN
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Come cheer on our Jacksonville Giants as they take on the Montgomery Blackhawks at the Veterans Memorial Arena!
Spend your Saturday afternoon participating in the 40th Annual Winter Beach Run, with 5K and 10K races to choose from! Not only will you receive a custom sweatshirt, but all participants receive a Finisher Medal.
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SPORTS EVENTS
Visit iwantaBUZZ.com calendar for more information about local sporting events.
The Pirate 5K Jan. 31 | Palencia - St. Augustine
BASKETBALL
JU vs. Lipscomb (W): Jan. 22, JU, JUDolphins.com
UNF vs. Mercer (W): Jan. 1, UNF, UNFOspreys.com JU vs. Thomas (W): Jan. 1, JU, JUDolphins.com UNF vs. Trinity (M): Jan. 6, UNF, UNFOspreys.com UNF vs. UMKC (W): Jan. 6, UNF, UNFOspreys.com FSCJ vs. Darton State College (M): Jan. 10, FSCJ, GoBlueWave.com UNF vs. JU: Jan. 10, Veterans Memorial Arena, UNFOspreys.com Jacksonville Giants vs. Blackhawks: Jan. 10, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleGiants.com JU vs. Stetson (M): Jan. 14, JU, JUDolphins.com JU vs. Florida Gulf Coast (W): Jan. 17, JU, JUDolphins.com FSCJ vs. Sante Fe College (M): Jan. 21, FSCJ, GoBlueWave.com
FSCJ vs. College of Central Florida (M): Jan. 24, FSCJ, GoBlueWave.com
FOOTBALL TaxSlayer Bowl: Jan. 2, EverBank Field, TaxSlayerBowl.com
JU vs. Northern Kentucky (W): Jan. 24, JU, JUDolphins.com
RACES
JU vs. USC Upstate (M): Jan. 29, Veterans Memorial Arena, JUDolphins.com
Vystar 5K Run: Jan. 1, Downtown Jacksonville, 1stPlaceSports.com/ Vystar5K.html
UNF vs. Northern Kentucky (W): Jan. 22, UNF, UNFOspreys.com UNF vs. Lipscomb (W): Jan. 24, UNF, UNFOspreys.com UNF vs. Kennesaw State (M): Jan. 29, UNF, UNFOspreys.com Jacksonville Giants vs. Mavericks: Jan. 31, Veterans Memorial Arena, JacksonvilleGiants.com UNF vs. USC (M): Jan. 31, UNF, UNFOspreys.com JU vs. Kennesaw State (M): Jan. 31, Veterans Memorial Arena, JUDolphins.com FSCJ vs. Daytona State College (M): Jan. 31, FSCJ, GoBlueWave.com
Hellcat 10KM and 50KM: Jan. 3, Lee Field, Green Cove Springs, 1stPlaceSports.com/ Hellcat.html Healthy Start 5K Run: Jan. 10, Jacksonville Landing, 1stPlaceSports.com/Healthy5K.html Kill That 5K: Jan. 17, Jacksonville Beach Gold Course, Jacksonville Beach, GoRucks.com Resolution Run 10K & 5 K: Jan. 17, Best Bet Orange Park, FloridaStriders.com/ ResolutionRun Zooma Florida Half Marathon: Jan. 17, The Ritz Carlton, Amelia Island, ZoomaRun.com/Florida The Duckpond Dash: Jan. 24, Granada Park, DuckPondDash.com Run For Shelter: Jan. 25, Trinity Christian Academy, TrinityRescue.org/Run John Tenbroeck Memorial Winter Beach Run 10 Mi. & 5 Mi.: Jan. 31, Jacksonville Beach Seawalk Pavilion, 1stPlaceSports.com The Pirate 5K: Jan. 31, Palencia, St. Augustine, ThePirate5K.com
TENNIS Kill That 5K Jan. 17 | Jacksonville Beach Golf Course
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UNF vs. Florida Atlantic (M): Jan. 23, UNF, UNFOspreys.com
GAME FACE
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The UNF Ospreys sophomore point guard is the reigning Freshman of the Year in the Atlantic Sun. The St. Petersburg player is a special talent and leads an Ospreys team that is picked to finish 2nd in the conference this season. Moore scored 27 points in a game at Indiana last year. He started all 32 games and averaged almost 30 minutes per game.
J.R. Holder
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The Jacksonville University sophomore guard is one of two returning players on the entire Dolphins basketball roster. Holder played in all 30 games a season ago and averaged 7 points per game. JU is in the middle of a rebuild, but Holder decided to stay and be a part of that. The guard had 18 points in the second half alone in a game against Stetson last year.
Demetrius Mccray
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The Jacksonville Jaguars second-year cornerback is starting to open some eyes in the Jags secondary. McCray was inserted into the starting lineup due to injuries and has played very well. The 7th round draft pick out of Appalachian State is part of a young secondary for the Jags. McCray is yet to record his first career interception.
Dorian Finney-Smith
Gators<Forward
The Florida Gators will look to go back to another Final Four in March, but they will do it with a new-look team. Dorian Finney-Smith is a familiar face and this year will be asked to be a scoring leader. The 2014 SEC Sixth Man of the Year was fantastic during the Gators tournament run. He has a career high of 22 points. Finney-Smith started his career at Virginia Tech before transferring to Florida.
THE PLAY BY PLAY
WITH COLE PEPPER
MATT BAHNER
Defender for Armada
The Jacksonville Armada begins play in the North American Soccer League this spring (the preseason opener is February 7 at EverBank Field vs. the Philadelphia Union of the MLS). Among the first batch of signees is defender Matt Bahner (pronounced BAYner). Bahner figures to compete for a starting spot. At the age of 24, he’ll be one of the younger guys on the squad, but he also has recovered well from knee surgery in 2011. The BUZZ spoke with Bahner as the inaugural season for the Armada approaches.
BUZZ: You last played for Harrisburg in the USL. From a player’s perspective, what do you expect from the NASL in terms of quality of play? MB: It will definitely be a step up from the USL. The NASL always tries to rival the MLS with the players and the quality and that’s what I expect. BUZZ: Why Jacksonville? MB: I came down here for a trial for a few days and I was blown away by the class of the organization from top to bottom. The excitement surrounding the team is something that you want to be a part of as a player. Also, the expectation is high, which is great for a new team. BUZZ: How did you fall in love with soccer? MB: Growing up, I played basketball, baseball and soccer. Soccer didn’t really stand out until I was 12 or 13
and my coaches started saying that I had the potential to do something with it. Baseball was too slow for me. I transitioned into soccer, I was succeeding and it just rolled into now. BUZZ: It’s been amazing how much the awareness of soccer has increased in this country, hasn’t it? MB: The World Cup and how well the U.S. did certainly helps that. I grew up before the soccer academies really came up. Now, that’s really the best way to develop your game. BUZZ: What has practice been like with the other members of the Armada? MB: I’m feeling comfortable with the system. One of my new teammates, Shawn Nicklaw, and I played against each other in college, but we didn’t realize it!
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FEATURED SPORTS BLOGGER by Jepp Walter, Fish On!
MOTHER NATURE DOESN’T MESS AROUND I’ve seen the ocean calm, so calm you’d call it slick. Usually when it’s like that, the fish don’t bite, so as beautiful as it may be, it’s a one-sided deal. Unfortunately, sometimes a severe thunderstorm DOES make it to the ocean and shows no signs of letting up. I’ve seen many, many instances of very rough seas that would make a lot of people vow to not go offshore again. But I started at such a young age, you could say I’m somewhat used to it. That doesn’t mean I don’t worry about it, but I’ve been trained for so many years, I just know what to do to survive when the Atlantic Ocean shows its fury. And it can – with a vengeance. Case in point: one of my best friends, Jimmy, got a 25-foot Chriscraft boat with a walk around cabin. A VERY nice boat, and plenty big enough for most instances one would be going offshore fishing, as long as you have a decent forecast. We were 24 miles offshore, northeast of the mouth of the St. Johns River at Mayport. It was a smooth ride; we were about halfway in when I saw it. The sky in front of us, between our vessel and the safety of the boat ramp, was dark. It wasn’t just black, like you’ve seen many times. It was one of those uglier dark skies, with hues of green and purple in it. Bummer – we were going to have to go through it. When we were about 8 miles offshore, the moment arrived. The wind started picking up very quickly. The temperature dropped about 15-20 degrees in a 60-second period. It was now cold. The seas, previously 2 to 3 feet all day, jumped up to 6 to 8 feet in about 2 minutes. One saving grace was that it was coming directly from the southwest, which was exactly where we needed to head. When you have severe winds, your best bet is to always point the bow (front of the boat) directly into the oncoming waves. We dropped from running 25 knots to pushing over and through the waves at a pace of 2 to 3 knots – just enough to keep the bow pointed the way it needed to be. Three of the 5 men aboard went down into the cabin to escape the wrath of the storm. Jimmy stayed on top, next to me. After some time had passed, so did the storm. The sky started to break up west of us. The sun started to peek through; the seas started to lay down. At this point, we were still 5 miles offshore. We had travelled through a severe thunderstorm on the open seas. What seemed like an eternity boiled down to only three miles of travel over about 40 minutes. But make it through it, we did. We got to pick up speed again and got to the dock in short order. Everyone was happy to be on dry land.
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Saving Lives: New AED Borrow Program Announced WHAT IS AN AED AND WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE? An AED or Automated Electronic Defibrillator is a special portable computer designed to deliver a life-saving shock when needed to someone suffering cardiac arrest. These are manufactured for lay individuals to use in conjunction with CPR. WHY WAS THIS PROGRAM CREATED? The AED Borrow Program was created after the sudden collapse and death of 15-yearold baseball player Andrew Cohn of St. Mary’s, Ga. Since his passing, his family has been very engaged in making sure other families do not have to suffer the loss of a loved one because an AED is not accessible. Travel teams, church groups, Boy/ Girl Scouts and any people that may gather can now borrow the devices at no cost. Andrew Cohn’s parents, Becky and Harold Cohn, are founders of the AED Alliance. Mrs. Cohn said, “Very simply, the mission of the AED Alliance’s Public Borrow Program is to make AEDs publicly accessible for bystander usage. If an AED was available at the time of Andrew’s accident rather than locked in a building nearby, he might still be here today.” The Public Borrow Program, now active in four other states, will now include five counties in Northeast Florida. WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT OBTAINING AN AED FOR MY EVENT OR GROUP? Currently, The Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program has distributed nine AEDs through eight organizations spread throughout Northeast Florida. They include Heartland Rehabilitation, Cora Rehabilitation, Progressive Step Physical Therapy, Atlantic Coast Physical Therapy, Preferred Physical Therapy, Select Physical Therapy, Baker County EMS, and St. Johns County Fire and Rescue. WHAT DO I NEED TO BORROW AN AED? To borrow an AED from a participating provider, a user must be certified in CPR, complete an AED Borrow Program application and provide a copy of a driver’s license and valid CPR card. Unfortunately, several weeks after this program was announced, Harold Cohn suddenly passed away. In his honor, to help continue this program, community organizations have donated an additional six AED’s to be distributed. If you are interested in learning more about the AED Alliance or to donate to their cause, contact Bob Sefcik at the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program at (904) 202-4332. Jim Mackie, M.Ed., ATC, LAT, serves as Program Coordinator for the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program and is a certified athletic trainer. You can reach him at (904) 202-5320 or jim.mackie@bmcjax.com, www.JSMP.us The information presented herein reflects only the opinion of the author and not iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine, it’s owner, or publisher. All information in iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for any advice given to you by your physician. Consult your physician before you begin any nutrition, exercise, or dietary supplement program.
Marc Wisdom of Brew Time Marc Wisdom is a man who knows and is passionate about craft beer. He writes the monthly beer column, “Brew Time,” for BUZZ Magazine, appears as The Beer Guy on Jacksonville CW17’s “I Know Jax” entertainment program and is a contributor to Jacksonville Magazine. Now, you have the opportunity to learn from his immense insights into the history, flavor aspects, and pairing possibilities of beer as he hosts events for Jacksonville Grapes & Hops around Jacksonville.
The ocean is one of the most beautiful sights in the world; one that I will never grow tired of seeing. But I will always respect weather forecasts, and more importantly, I will ALWAYS respect Mother Nature. Her occasional angry wrath is not to be taken lightly and is not a training ground for the inexperienced boater. It’s not a fun place to be for the rest of us, either. Check out more blogs at iwantaBUZZ.com. If you would like to be an iwantaBUZZ.com blogger email meredith.tekin@cfmedia.net
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AROUND TOWN
Out On The Town In RESTAURANTS AROUND JAX JULINGTON CREEK
CLARK’S FISH CAMP
12903 Hood Landing Rd. ClarksFishCamp.com
Clark’s Fish Camp has been a local’s favorite for decades. Originally a bait and tackle shop at the foot of Hood Landing Road, they have expanded the seafood restaurant to become a large, unique, casual dining experience with one of the largest menu selections around. Clark’s maintains a fish camp atmosphere with simple, rustic surroundings. The restaurant houses a tribute to the taxidermist’s artistry by displaying the largest private taxidermy collection in America.
SAN MARCO BB’S
1019 Hendricks Ave. BBsRestaurant.com
bb’s restaurant and bar offers a mix of American continental cuisine with international influences including great salads, seafood, pizzas and sandwiches, as well as daily specials of fresh-caught fish, steaks, chops and pasta. Use the free Wi-Fi and don’t forget to check in to foursquare for special deals.
SOUTHSIDE
CRAZY SUSHI 4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy. CrazySushiJax.com
Craving sushi? Stop by during lunch and check out the lunch specials, where you can get two rolls for $6.99. Apart from sushi, hibachi-style meals are served, cooked on the teppanyaki grill.
BAYMEADOWS
MARKER 32 14549 Beach Blvd. Marker32.com
DON JUAN’S 12373 San Jose Blvd. DonJuansJax.com
MANDARIN
DEERWOOD DINER 9934 Old Baymeadows Rd. DeerwoodDiner.com
Welcome to Marker 32, where you can leave the world behind and enjoy the meal of your life with someone you love. From the classically-trained chefs, to the friendly, knowledgeable bar and wait staff, everybody at Marker 32 works together to ensure that you feel right at home and make fond, lasting memories.
Don Juan’s Restaurant is a local, family-owned restaurant in the Mandarin area. When dining at Don Juan’s, enjoy the fun, friendly and family-oriented atmosphere. Don’t be surprised to see Mariachis singing next to you as a part of the festive vibe.
A neighborhood favorite for almost forty years, the diner started as a Jewish delicatessen in the early 1970s. This was way back when Baymeadows Road was a two-lane road. The Reubens are one of the house favorites. They also have preserved the tradition of slicing the meat fresh, daily. Choose from the finest certified angus brand roast beef, pastrami, corned beef, turkey and ham. Their all white, breast meat chicken salad is homemade, as is their egg salad and tuna salad made from solid albacore.
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INSIDE LOOK BUZZ: Tell us about Monica Lea Imagery. We photograph food, glorious food! More specifically, Monica Lea Imagery provides business owners mouthwatering food photography for publication, marketing, websites, artistic impression or simply to provide a visual record for some of our local chefs on-the-fly culinary masterpieces. BUZZ: What services do you provide? In addition to drool-worthy food photography, food styling, chef headshots and product photography, we have a great new program beginning in January: ‘Fork to Photo in a Flash’! Any restaurateur can put MLI on retainer for daily or weekly photo visits to capture daily or weekly specials! A chef or restaurant owner no longer has to use those dark and non-descript phone photos to post new culinary creations on Facebook, Instagram or Pinterest. MLI will provide a professional shot electronically and on-the-fly with same-day photo request! Additionally, a mini review of the dish photographed will then be posted on MLI’s social networking platform as well. Yes, in addition to great photographers, we also have some incredibly creative writers.
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BUZZ: What made you want to start this adventure? I have always
had a passion for photography and adventurous foodie frolics – combining the two was truly a natural evolution of fork and focus!
BUZZ: Who are your clients?
Our clients range from small mom n’ pop shops to larger franchised businesses. We will shoot with any business that wishes to develop an ongoing rapport with myself and my food photo-loving business associates.
BUZZ: What has been your favorite food to shoot so far? That’s
a hard one. One of my recent shoots involved a series of baked potato entrées with some creative gourmet toppings (an awesome Creole twist) such as quail egg, crab and sausage. The studio smelled delicious and made my stomach growl throughout the entire photo session!
BUZZ: Where can your future customers find you? We have a mobile studio, so our clients can call or send us inquiries via our website at MonicaLea.com (as well as easily see our open booking availability for the upcoming months)!
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THEME PARTIES
From casino nights to holiday parties, Hawaiian luaus to western ho-downs, and Super Bowl Sunday celebrations to 1920′s speakeasies, The Party Company can create the theme that you envision. With an extensive inventory of decorations, games and supplies, we assure you that we can make your dream event a reality. The Party Company offers each customer personalized assistance with venue booking, event design, music and entertainment, catering and much more.
CHILDREN’S PARTIES
With years of experience in throwing fantastic parties for children of all ages, The Party Company has the capability to surpass all of your expectations. For a carnival-themed celebration, we can bring you bounce houses, slides, and games of all types. We work with premium entertainers, including clowns, magicians, disc jockeys, and comedians. The Party Company can make your child’s party one they will never forget with rock-climbing walls, pony rides, laser tag and petting zoos.
GENERAL Celebrating a birthday, retirement, engagement, birth of a new baby or wedding shower? Planning a bachelor or bachalorette party? Or maybe you are simply throwing a party for another occasion. Whatever your reason, we’re here to help. With years of experience planning parties for the adults of Jacksonville, we pride ourselves in providing only the best staff and supplies. Here at The Party Company, we are very accommodating. No idea is too big or too small, no theme too understated or too over-the-top, no expectation is unreachable. We will do our very best to cater to your every need, no matter what it may be. Call us today to plan your next event.
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New Year at the Landing It’s a new year in the River City and The Jacksonville Landing’s resolution is to continue to be your FOOD & FUN headquarters. There is always something happening at The Landing – satisfy your dining, shopping and entertainment needs with a variety of restaurants to choose from, locallyowned shops and free events all month long.
ONGOING EVENTS THIS MONTH INCLUDE
• Live Music on the Coca-Cola Riverfront Courtyard Stage Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Jeffrey A. Cramer Cramer Law Center Jeffrey A. Cramer holds an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and a Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.), with honors, from the University of Florida College of Law. He has been practicing law in Florida for nearly 40 years. His office is located at 3030 Hartley Rd., Suite 290. 904.448.9978 jeff@cramerlawcenter.com Cramer Law Center creates deeply personalized, easy-to-understand will and trust agreements, protecting loved ones from undue stress during a time of loss.
I’m not old…I’m not wealthy…I’m not married… I’m (insert excuse here) - do I really need a will?
• Happy Hour at Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub and Restaurant weekdays 4 – 7 p.m. • Ladies Night Thursdays at 8 p.m., Fired Up Fridays, and Shine on Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Mavericks. The restaurants at The Landing provide a great view of the gorgeous St. Johns River. Visiting each restaurant is like experiencing a different cuisine and a different atmosphere each time you make your way to downtown Jacksonville. We promise you will find something for every palate at any of our seven full-service riverfront restaurants. For more information and events in January, visit www.JacksonvilleLanding.com, www.Facebook.com/JacksonvilleLanding or call (904) 353-1188. The Jacksonville Landing is conveniently located downtown on the St. Johns River at 2 W. Independent Drive.
If you want to control who gets what after you’re gone, then yes, you need an estate plan, either a will or a living trust. This is especially important if you have a blended family or non-spouse partner. A comprehensive estate plan can also name trusted people to take care of you, your finances, and your children if something happens to you and you become disabled during your lifetime. Proper planning now can prevent stress and expensive, time-consuming litigation later.
Lights, Camera, Jacksonville! By Kristen Sell
I’m a member of the sandwich generation: what should i ask my parents/grandparents about their estate plan?
DID YOU KNOW
If you are both raising children and caring for elderly parents or grandparents, it is important to know about any kind of will, trust, power of attorney or advance health directives in place—and to talk frankly about them. If there are documents, ask when they were last updated. Old, out-of-date documents can lead to nasty surprises. Estate planning documents should be updated regularly to keep up with both life changes and changes in the law. The information presented herein reflects only the opinion of the author and not iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine, it’s owner, or publisher. All information in iwantaBUZZ Entertainment Magazine is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for any advice given to you by your lawyer.
Did you know that Jacksonville was marketed as the “Winter Film Capital of the World” in the early 1900s? Kalem Pictures moved its offseason production operations to Jacksonville to escape the frigid New York winters. At the time, the city had more than 30 studios. Oliver Hardy made his debut film in the River City in 1913, titled “Outwitting Daddy.” IN RECENT YEARS In 2013, part of the feature film “Draft Day,” starring Kevin Costner, filmed a few scenes in Jacksonville featuring EverBank Field. The crew shot exterior establishing shots outside the stadium. “Draft Day” explores the complexities of the NFL Draft, and also features Jennifer Garner, Dennis Leary and Ellen Burstyn in supporting roles.
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The Volstead
Cultural Venues
Theatre Jacksonville
Theatre Jacksonville is celebrating their 95th season in the San Marco district of Jacksonville. The volunteer-based theatre puts on regular performances and strives to enrich the community and broaden the perspective of their viewers and volunteers. While the space is alive with rich theatrical performances, Theatre Jacksonville also offers their space to both professional and non-professional groups. Theatre Jacksonville thrives thanks to its dedicated and committed volunteers. Theatre Jacksonville is truly a staple of Jacksonville’s theatre culture.
904-396-4425 • TheatreJacksonville.com Twitter: @TheatreJax Facebook: Theatre Jacksonville UPCOMING EVENTS • Mainstage Season Production-Time Stands Still: January 16 - 31 • Theatre Jacksonville Educational Programming – Young Actors Theatre: January 19 • Mainstage Season Production: The Miracle Worker: March 6-21 • Mainstage Season Production- Hairspray: June 12-27
The Volstead is approaching their one-year anniversary in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville. The Volstead, located on Adams Street, specializes in high-end bourbon, whisky and craft cocktails. The Volstead, named after the Volstead Act that began prohibition in the United States, offers events as well. Swing Dance Sunday encourages customers to join in on FREE lessons and select tastings take place throughout the year. Private parties may be held in the intimate atmosphere of stringed lights, accompanied by vintage décor and a projector playing clips of Prohibition history. 904-414-3171 TheVolsteadJax.com
Friday Musicale
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Founded in 1890, Friday Musicale is located in historic Riverside in Downtown Jacksonville. Since its debut, Friday Musicale has supported Jacksonville by providing free concerts, educational enrichment and scholarships to enhance the lives of young and old. The Concert Hall, which was renovated in 1998, offers room for 150 guests and is the perfect setting for a concert, wedding or large corporate event. Across the way, you’ll find L’Engle Hall, which was named after Friday Musicale founder Claudia L’Engle Adams. The Hall offers room for 90 guests, perfect for small meetings and luncheons. Friday Musicale has long been a supporter of the arts and provides a scholarship fund for local young talent. Not only does it make the perfect venue space, but contributes to the growth and improvement in Jacksonville’s musical community. 904-355-7584 • FridayMusicale.com Facebook: Friday Musicale Twitter: @fridaymusciale UPCOMING EVENTS • Outstanding Young Pianists: January 9, at 7:30 p.m. • UNF Faculty Woodwind Quartet: January 25, at 3 p.m.
museum full of treasures from Jacksonville’s history. Today, the Ritz offers a culturally captivating experience offering jazz concerts, theatre performances and events such as The Ritz Amateur Night: Step Up 2 the Mic, where aspiring talents challenge each other to win cash prizes (it’s family friendly, too). The Ritz rents out space for weddings, charity events and corporate events, all while providing a culturally enriched setting. The Ritz allows you to immerse yourself in true Jacksonville history. 904-807-2010 • RitzJacksonville.com Twitter: @RitzTheatreMsm Facebook: Ritz Theatre and Museum UPCOMING EVENTS • The Ritz: Amateur Night (Step Up 2 the Mic): January 9 at 7:30 p.m. • Doug E. Fresh & Friends: January 10 at 8 p.m. • Case in Concert: January 16 from 8 to 10 p.m. • Diane Schuur in Concert: January 17 from 8 to 10 p.m.
The Ritz The Ritz Theatre has been a gem in Downtown Jacksonville’s La Villa District since 1929. Focusing on the community’s heritage and culture, the Ritz Theatre expanded into a
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• Lucky Peterson in Concert: January 30 from 8 to 10 p.m. • Syl Johnson in Concert: February 7 from 8 to 9 p.m.
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The Wine Bar
Sliver Cow
Lynch’s Irish Pub
320 1st St. N. #1 | 372-0211
1506 King St. | 379-6968
514 1st. St. N. | 249-5181
JAX Beach
Riverside
JAX Beach
Open Mic Night Clicquot Yellow Label will be priced by the glass according to the hour of the day! 5 o’ clock= $5, 6 o’ clock= $6 7 o’ clock= $7 Kickass Karaoke 8PM
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Just Screw It … Come Wine with us:1/2 Price & Specially Priced BTL of wines, $4 Wines by the glass and $10 Wine Flights 4PM-Cl; HH 4-7PM
TH Dames & Games Night: $1 off All Drafts, $3 Cans & BTL Beers, $3 Sangrias & Moscatos, $4 Select Drafts $4 House Wines, $5 Champagne Cocktails, $5 Champagne Splits, $5.50 Beer Flights, Tons of board games 3PM-CL; HH 4-7 PM
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Veterans United Craft Brewery
Downtown Cigar Lounge
Engine 15 Brewing Company
8999 Western Way #104 | 253-3326
11 N. Ocean St. | 353-4411
1500 Beach Blvd. | 249-BEER
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Nightlife I love spicy foods. This Abita Mardi Gras Bock Chili is no exception. I love spicy to the point that I will continue to eat something that tastes amazing, even if I feel like I’m going to combust (shout out to my sister, Sara, who makes the BEST, very spicy, enchiladas). How do you help that burn? Well, I’ve By Henriettibles.com got a fantastic surprise for you! Abita’s Mardi Gras Bock will actually help soothe that burn. Really! So, I thought I should come up with a recipe that not only highlights the flavor of this bock, but can also show off its soothing abilities (bonus: it has a high alcohol content!). Abita Mardi Gras Bock Chili was born. This bock is full bodied, with hints of caramel, pepper and toasted bread–more than capable of melding with the beef and spice of the chili. Take advantage of the cool weather; sit down next to a fire with a bottle of Abita’s Mardi Gras Bock, this chili and create some memories!
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HENRY LIVINGSTON Owner
THE
COFFEE BARD Interview by Monica Stouder & Photos by Monica Lea Imagery Monicalea.com
What is unique about The Coffee Bard?
What is your funniest customer story?
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The stories. The Coffee Bard is about family, really, but it needs to be loved by more than just me. That’s why I support local artists and writers who enjoy a good cup of coffee, as well as those that are willing to hear me rant about the journey of a bard named Hessic (my mascot, if you will).
2 Tbsp. grapeseed oil
What kind of weekly drink specials do you offer?
2 lbs. chuck roast, cut into bite size cubes
Bard Tales – drinks that you leave up to the barkeep. I say barkeep because I was a bartender in Philly, so my “baristas” are known as barkeeps. We come up with whatever we want, really. Treat it like a random drink selection switch that you use when you cannot come up with a drink. We generally learn what you do not like, or are allergic to, and then we make your drink. No two Bard Tales are alike, so be sure to ask what we did afterward if you want it again in the future.
I had a customer come up to the counter and ask for a medium with room for coffee, so I gave her an empty cup with a lid on it. She got to the creamer station before she realized she had an empty cup. I often have fun with the folks I know before they have had their coffee, but this one was a newbie and I didn’t hold back. I treat them like family from the minute I say, ‘Welcome to the Bard.’
ABITA MARDI GRAS BOCK CHILI
1 ½ cups chopped onion ½ cup chopped shallots 1 clove minced garlic 16 oz. beef broth 12 oz. Abita’s Mardi Gras Bock
Tell us about your best-selling drink.
8 oz. tomato paste 2 Tbsp. ground cayenne pepper (add more/ less to taste)
I’d say it has to be a toss up between our redneck mocha and a blue lightning.
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In stock pot, heat oil over med-high heat. Add beef and brown all sides. Add onions and shallots, cooking until translucent. Add minced garlic. Cook for 90 seconds. Add remaining ingredients, except beans. Bring to boil. Reduce to low and simmer for 2 hours. Add beans and simmer another 20 minutes. Serve with sour cream & shredded cheddar cheese, if desired. Party like it’s Mardi Gras!
1 tsp. granulated garlic 1 ½ dried oregano ½ tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 cans black beans, rinsed & drained
Do you have music or any kind of events or gatherings? We have the Jacksonville K-Pop Minion Meet-up every Friday. It’s called the K-Pop Power Hour. We also have an RPG Gamers Meeting a local knitting group that meet on Wednesdays and Fridays. I’m looking forward to our newest event in the works: trivi-oake. It is trivia and karaoke. Messing up on a trivia question could land you in the middle of the room with a microphone and a randomly chosen song if you fail a second time. Have any local Jax celebs stopped by for a drink or bag of beans?
What was the last big change you made to your drink menu? The specialty drink menu. I have added The Glass Dragon, The Mudslide, Mayan Mocha, Snakebite Cognac and Blue Lightning. What do you want more people to know about your business? I want them to know that there is a better option in Jacksonville for coffee and it is not another corporate chain. I want them to know that there is a great cup of coffee out there without a $5 tag attached to it; that regular sizes small, medium and large are still available in the locally owned business and the most you’ll pay for a large drip coffee is $2. I want them to know that the Coffee Bard New World Coffeehouse is Jacksonville’s best kept secret and I no longer want to keep it a secret.
9735 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 13 260‐0810 Menu.TheCoffeeBard.com
Richard Nunn and his lovely wife stop by when they need beans and a great cup of coffee.
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MIXOLOGY
BLUE LIGHTNING INGREDIENTS Heavy whipping cream Two shots of espresso Reddi-Whip topping Shot of blueberry syrup
Brew Time By Marc Wisdom Last month we focused on winter warmers and Christmas ales. This month, we will turn our eye to barleywines. The term barleywine is said to have been coined by the Bass Brewing Company of England as a marketing term to describe Bass #1 in 1903. However, the style has been around much longer and the term was used to describe the beer nearly two hundred years earlier. The style is characterized by alcohol levels in excess of 8% and as high as 12%. British barlywine are typically very malty with a healthy portion of hops for balance. American versions, while still quite malty, tend to be very big with citrusy hops. These brews often mellow in character and become even more splendid as they age. Barley wine is a hold-over of ancient strong ales, but more recently of English partigyle brewing that was employed through the 19th century. Parti-gyle is a method whereby successive runnings from the grist are made into separate beers, with the initial one being the strongest. This hodgepodge of beers had an assortment of names, with the strongest going by names such as stock (for blending), old (well-aged) or strong ale. The brews became known as barleywine and malt wine as long ago as the 18th century when brewers began trying to gain favor with wine drinkers. The name was meant to hint at the strength, nutrition and quality of the beer in relation to the similar qualities of wine made from grapes. As brewing techniques became more refined in the early 19th century, brewers moved away from re-using grist to single-purpose
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grist. While strong beers were included in most brewer’s portfolios, pale ales and bitters became the most common beers produced. Barley wines moved from the limelight to becoming stronger versions of the brewer’s more popular ales. Both London and Burton became famous for their pale ales, but strong brews such as barleywines and Burton ales were also notable. Burton ales were more heavily-hopped, less malty and almost always dry-hopped. London’s strong ales were less hoppy, more malty and rarely dry-hopped. Because of their higher alcohol content, barleywines are often vintage-dated. Savvy beer-lovers often purchase several bottles with the intention of laying one, or several, down for aging. With age, barleywines can develop more complex flavors as the hops mellow and the malts deepen.
Sierra Nevada Bigfoot weighs in at 9.6% ABV and features bold bittersweet malts and aggressive hop flavors from whole-cone Pacific Northwest hops. First introduced in the winter of 1983, Bigfoot is a cult classic - a strong, robust, bruiser of a beer with the refined intensity of a wine. Bigfoot is prized by beer collectors for its supreme cellarability. Under the proper conditions, it can age like a fine wine, developing new flavors and character as it matures in the bottle. Each new release or “expedition,” is vintage dated. Collect your own and see the flavors develop and progress. Marc Wisdom has searched the world over for classic barleywines and can often be found in his beer cellar chanting, “My precious,” while cradling a bottle of his prized barleywines. Read more about his adventures at JaxBeerGuy.com.
Visit our iwantaBUZZ.com calendar for more local events.
Orny Adams: Jan. 2-3, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com
January Comedy Showcase: Jan. 6-7, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com David Testroet: Jan. 8-10, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com Heather McDonald: Jan. 8-10, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
January Comedy Showcase: Jan. 21, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
THE BLIND RABBIT Burgers, whiskey, and beer–these are a few of my favorite things. Stemming from a popular Riverside food truck, The Salty Fig, The Blind Rabbit is a burger and whiskey bar that serves up a southern-inspired food menu that pairs well with your favorite whiskey, bourbon or craft beer.
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Dean Napolitano w/Brian Thomas: Jan. 10, Gypsy Comedy Club, St. Augustine, TheGypsyComedyClub.com
Louis Ramsey: Jan. 15-17, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com
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Some of my favorite things about The Blind Rabbit are their Moonshine Mondays and Whiskey Wednesdays. Both days feature discounted flights of moonshine and whiskey. Yes, you read that correctly: flights of whiskey! Additionally, The Blind Rabbit features several local craft beers on tap, all of which are on $2.50 during happy hour (which happens to be all day on Mondays and Wednesdays)!
Ken Miller w/ The Gentle Oriental: Jan. 3, Gypsy Comedy Club, St. Augustine, TheGypsyComedyClub.com
Michael Blackson: Jan. 15-18, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
Follow me on twitter @beerapostle Sourcing Suds is a column by the Beer Apostle, Brian Little, recognizing beer that’s locally brewed and served. Join him each month as he highlights a local craft beer and where you can find it on tap!
The Blind Rabbit boasts an elegant feel with a charming Southern drawl. The wait staff is friendly, the drinks are made with care, and the food is custom created. They even have some handmade adult shakes that blend ice cream with your favorite spirit.
Spanky Brown & Al Ernst: Jan. 2-3, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
January Comedy Showcase: Jan. 13-14, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
By Brian Little
GOLDEN TAP BREW OF THE MONTH
Happy Hour at Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub: Every weekday, Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub, Jacksonville Landing, JacksonvilleLanding.com
Jodi White w/Chris Buck: Jan. 12, Gypsy Comedy Club, St. Augustine, TheGypsyComedyClub.com
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VETERANS UNITED RAGING BLONDE
Henry Cho Jan. 29-31 | Comedy Zone Michael Mack: Jan. 24, Gypsy Comedy Club, St. Augustine, TheGypsyComedyClub.com January Comedy Showcase: Jan. 27-28, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com Henry Cho: Jan. 29-31, Comedy Zone, ComedyZone.com
Travis Howze: Jan. 22-24, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com
Elayne Boosler: Jan. 29-31, Comedy Club of Jacksonville, JacksonvilleComedy.com
The Black and Brown Comedy Throw Down: Jan. 24, Veterans Memorial Arena, JaxEvents.com/Event/One-Historic-Night-Comedy/
Amy Dingler w/Mike Pantzer: Jan. 31, Gypsy Comedy Club, St. Augustine, TheGypsyComedyClub.com
Raging Blonde is one of first brews that Veterans United released during their opening in August. Raging Blonde is an easy-to-drink ale that’s light in color but doesn’t skimp on the flavor. It’s maltforward and doughy with a crisp finish and just a touch of hop bitterness. Raging Blonde is everything a lighter beer should be, and one you can share with your non-craft-beer-drinking friends. The best part: it’s only $2.50 during happy hour at The Blind Rabbit! To see more from the Beer Apostle, visit TheBeerApostle.com. As always, support craft beer and drink local! january 2015 • www.iwantaBUZZ.com
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Photo by Craig Ruttle Cincinnati Enquirer
Jan. 3
St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Jan. 25
Friday Musicale presents UNF Faculty Woodwind Quintet
Daryl Hance Power Trio Friday Musicale Auditorium with Brent Byrd Jan. 25 and The Suitcase Gypsies Underbelly Chanticleer in Concert: “The Gypsy in my Soul” Friday Musicale presents The Outstanding Young Pianists Competition Friday Musicale Auditorium Jan. 9
Mozart’s Opera Don Giovanni Flagler College Auditorium Jan. 9
Doug E. Fresh & Friends
The Ritz Theatre & La Villa Museum Jan. 10
Gabriela Martinez performs Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Robert E. Jacoby Symphony Hall, Times-Union Center Jan. 8-10
Celebrate the beginning of 2015, inspired by old-world Vienna! Conducted by Steven Smith, music director of the Richmond Symphony, the concert features rising star Gabriela Martinez performing Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto. Regailty contunes with Mendelssohn’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Overture, Berlioz’ “King Lear” Overture and Strauss’ Emperor Waltz.
Case in Concert
The Ritz Theatre & La Villa Museum Jan. 16
Arlo Guthrie Florida Theatre Jan. 29
“The Cocktail Hour: Music of the Mad Men Era” with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Robert E. Jacoby Symphony Hall, Times-Union Center Jan. 16-17 JaxSymphony.org
Light up a Lucky and pour yourself a highball. This is the music of the Mad Men era. Steven Reineke leads the top 40s of the early 60s. A few ounces of Paul Anka, a shot of Brenda Lee and even a splash of Ben E. King – all mixed into a Mad Men musical cocktail!
Kurt Elling with the UNF Jazz Ensemble 1 UNF Fine Arts Center Feb. 6
Friday Musicale presents Martin Munch Friday Musicale Auditorium Feb. 6
Syl Johnson
The Ritz Theater Feb. 7
The Time Jumpers Florida Theatre Feb. 7
Diana Schuur
Diana Ross
The Ritz Theatre & La Villa Museum Jan. 17
Florida Theatre Feb. 14 FloridaTheatre.com
Lucky Peterson
The Ritz Theatre & La Villa Museum Jan. 17
Diana Ross will perform at the Florida Theatre Feb. 14, 2015, at 8 p.m. This will be her first performance at the historic Florida Theatre. Ross has had a profound influence on American pop culture and is one of the last true superstars. She is the recipient of a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe winner, bestselling author and winner of eight American Music Awards.
Rashidra Scott sings “The Music of Whitney Houston” with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
Times-Union Center, Moran Theater Jan. 24 JaxSymphony.org Broadway sensation Rashidra Scott celebrates Whitney’s biggest hits such as “Saving All My Love,” “How Will I Know?,” “Where Do Broken Hearts Go?,” “I Will Always Love You” and more.
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John Hammond
Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Feb. 20
Rebirth Brass Band The Ritz Theater Feb. 20
Sixth Annual “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing”
Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church Feb. 28
Treble Choristers of St. Thomas Choir of Men and Boys St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Mar. 6
Night Fever-The Bee Gees Tribute Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Mar. 7
Jacksonville Symphony String and Wind
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Mar. 8
Friday Musicale presents Fabio Montomoli Friday Musicale Auditorium Mar. 13
Miloš Karadaglić
St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Mar. 13
Southeast U.S. Boat Show & Oyster Jam Music Festival Metropolitan Park Apr. 10-12 TheOysterJamMusicFestival.com
The Oyster Jam is a huge down-home oyster roast and music festival with over 15 bands rocking on the river. The eclectic sounds of a variety of music styles so everyone can sway the afternoon away.
Dirty Dozen Brass Band The Ritz Theater Mar. 15
Cyrus Chestnut The Ritz Theater Mar. 20
Get the Led Out Florida Theatre Mar. 25
Pieces of a Dream The Ritz Theater Apr. 4
Sean Chen
St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Apr. 12
Heritage Blues Orchestra Mavis Staples The Ritz Theater Mar. 21
For six decades, Mavis Staples has been the solid rock of American music. From the Delta-inspired gospel sound she helped create in the 1950s, to the engaged protest of the civil rights era, and then, amazingly, to pop radio in the Stax era with a series of soul anthems. From “I’ll Take You There” to “Respect Yourself,” Staples carried on, her warm embrace of a voice the only constant.
The Jive Aces
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Mar. 13
The Ritz Theatre Apr. 17
Clay County Community Band Saturday
Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Apr. 18
Donal Fox
St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Oct. 2
Montrose Trio
St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Nov. 6
Welcome to Rockville
Met Park Apr. 25-27 WelcometoRockvilleFestival.com Monster Energy Welcome To Rockville will celebrate its fifth anniversary at Jacksonville, Florida’s scenic Metropolitan Park along the St. Johns River April 25 & 26 with a powerful rock lineup including Slipknot, Korn and Godsmack, along with Marilyn Manson, Slayer, Ministry, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, the triumphant return of Breaking Benjamin, Papa Roach, Halestorm, The Pretty Reckless, Of Mice & Men and many more.
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PROFESSOR DUBIOUS IS THE MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSON IN THE WORLD BY A LARGE MARGIN. HERE, HE DEIGNS TO RESPOND TO YOUR ILL-INFORMED QUERIES. Can the inhabitants of other planets watch earth TV broadcasts? - H. Milo, San Francisco, CA
Professor Dubious Says: It is doubtful that extraterrestrial
creatures, if they exist, have watched TV broadcasts from Earth. At least they haven’t watched them all the way through.
The nearest planetary system that is believed to be capable of supporting life is Beta Arachna, 43 light years distant from the Earth. Thus, creatures there would just now be receiving Earth transmissions from the 1960s and 70s. This means “The Partridge Family,” “Gomer Pyle,” “My Favorite Martian,” and “Lassie” episodes featuring the fourth and worst Lassie. Any civilization sophisticated enough to build a television receiver is unlikely to have any interest in this kind of claptrap. Most scientists believe that until extraterrestrials begin to receive the second season of “Knight Rider,” there will be little or no observation of our television signals.
Is your basement the best place to be in the event of nuclear attack? - S. Suzanne, San Diego, CA
Professor Dubious Says: No, my basement is
actually one of the worst places to be in the event of a nuclear attack. For one, there’s nothing to do there. I don’t have any books or board games or knitting yarn down there and though there’s an old 13” black and white TV, the reception is lousy. There are a lot of ants and beetles and there’s a funny smell that’s sort of like raw-egg-flavored cotton candy. Also, I’m pretty sure a squirrel died down there somewhere, but I’ve never found him. You’d probably be happier hanging out in my kitchen.
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January CROSSWORD Horoscope
the BUZZed MAZE Test Your Skills. We Dare Ya!
Written by Kyle, Astrologer Extraordinaire
Aries (March 21- April 19)
You’re stuck in the middle of an awkward situation. The stars see a close friend making an attempt on you this month, but it’s one of those people who are “just a friend” for a reason, if you catch my drift. Everyone is joining gyms this month; maybe you can convince them to also and see what happens.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
For the first time in a long time, you’ll be moving into the New Year with the planet of love in your relationship sector. Thus, don’t mess up this opportunity to find love. Remember how the past few years were… not great.
Gemini (May 21 – June 21)
Your wanderlust is highly active this January, so naturally you are out looking for new flings. What a great way to start the New Year. Diet? Nah. Exercise? Heck no. Random, spontaneous nights with new people? Oh, yeah!
Cancer (June 22 – July 22)
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1: Very little bit 5: ‘Laugh-In’ comedienne Judy 10: Piercing tools 14: Artifice 15: In conflict with, with ‘of’ 16: Bridges or Brummell 17: Lowball 19: Summoned 20: American voters before 1920 21: The others 22: Daydreamed 24: Ballpark beverage 25: ‘To Renew America’ writer Gingrich 26: Downhiller’s run 29: Used extreme subtlety 33: Potato chip maker 34: Type types 35: Soup veggie 36: Mischief-makers 37: Makes level 38: 1040EZ, e.g. 39: Capital of Phoenix? 40: Little songbirds 41: Filet mignon source 42: Disgruntled person 44: Tiffin treats 46: Tiddlywink, e.g. 47: Loafer, for instance 48: Be sparing 51: Pair 52: Winner at Caesar’s palace? 55: Talk up 56: Mental lapse 59: Annul 60: ‘To your health!’ 61: Sty cry 62: Batik worker 63: Barbershop sounds 64: Debutante, typically
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Tensions could have you wanting to reignite with an old flame after the holidays. Is this really the road you want to venture down? I’m guessing no. ‘Ex’ is not short for excellent. People don’t go into the New Year turning over the same, old, nasty, conceited, hard-headed leaf, do they?
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Not looking too good there, Leo. This month is busier at the office instead of the bedroom. Stressful Mars enters Capricorn, your sixth house of work and health. I’m not a real expert with this stuff (shocker, I know), but none of that last sentence mentions romance, love, fun, good times, etc.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
According to my online competition, this is what they said: “You are feeling somewhat more thoughtful than usual, which is really saying something!” According to them, you’re usually a jerk, but not this month. Maybe being nice will work out for you in the romance department.
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Libra (September 23 – October 22)
With Mars in Aquarius, your raciest, bawdiest urges are coming to the forefront. So you might as well indulge them, right? You wouldn’t want to waste and ignore those urges. Isn’t that was causes weight gain? No, eating a bucket of ice cream does.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Caution, rough road ahead! Things are not looking good for you, Scorpio. You and your mate are swirling up a whole lot of, “No, you’re the issue!” Nothing like starting the New Year with the ol’ ball and chain griping in your ear. Time to go into avoidance mode.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
With some planetary alignments this month, your online dating is in the heat zone. Get your Tinder thumb ready to go! This could be one of those months you brag about in years to come. It could also be one of the months where you now have routine visits to your doctor. Regardless, it sounds unforgettable.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Outspoken Uranus returns this month, helping you confront matters head-on. No more dancing around issues. It’s time you go and tell that crush of yours how you feel. They won’t be guessing the shy, awkward one is really into them. At worst, they will only have to say “No” to you once.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Ouch. Love planet Venus is in Scorpio, your tenth house of long-term goals. Uh-oh, long-term. Your spontaneous nature doesn’t allow for “grown-up” standards like that. I recommend to you not to freak out, but honestly you should a little. All those fun times are now a thing of your past.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
It’s time to be bold and romantic. Might as well take a chance… it’s a new year! Can’t get any worse, right? Get your online profile up to what you wish you were. Everyone else is lying online; you might as well try to keep pace.
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