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Contents

Gift Ideas from the Locals 6&7 Mixology 12 Holiday Fashions 15-17

December 2014

We would like to thank all our advertisers and contributers who made this issue of St. Johns Magazine possible.

Special Thanks to our Fashion Photo Shoot Models Ann, Lori, Tracy, Dina & Rachel

December Calendar 26 & 27 Dr. Faull Audiology Message from the Vet 30

The team at St. johns Magazine would like to wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas & a Happy & Healthy New Year!

*Please note that in the November issue the name of the Executive Chef at Black & Blue Grill was spelled incorrectly.

That would be Mr. Matt Ingrao

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St.Johns Magazine is an upbeat magazine focused on the good things in life, and one of them is living in St. Johns Florida!

Our main purpose is to help connect the growing communities of Northern St. Johns, Florida.

St. Johns Magazine keeps readers intrigued and inspired with articles for and about local people places and events.

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Where we shop, where we eat and have fun -- all of it makes our community home. Our one-of-a-kind businesses are an integral part of the distinctive character of this place. Our tourism businesses also benefit. ” ~ Richard Moe,

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This Holday Season

Celebrate with Style & Beauty Photos by Erica J. Bean

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There were five beautiful local ladies, Ann, Lori, Rachel,

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They began by relaxing with a glass of wine as the talented staff at Indulge Salon accentuated their beauty with the right hair and make-up. Stylists from Danzar and Ms. Mulligans helped them choose the perfect party dress to project the feeling of playful celebration that surrounds the holidays. The ladies enjoyed getting dressed-up and spending time as friends and our photos reflect it. Each look was finished with jewelry from both Danzar and Premier Jewelry.

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Real Estate Market News

by Sharon P. Davidson President, Davidson Realty

Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more.

If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.

--Oprah Winfrey

The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors market stats for October make me thankful for the positive trends we continue to see. The pending sales in October of 2,193 are 22% higher than the previous October. We have 11% more pending sales year to date than the same period in 2013.

There were 1,906 closings in October which are 4% more than the previous October and year to date we are up 7%. You have to keep in perspective that 2013 was drastically better than 2012 and we continue to have better numbers in 2014 than 2013. The median sales price of $161,365 is up 4% over October 2013 and year to date we are up 3%. The average sales price of $208,809 is up 7% over October 2013 and year to date we are up 4%.

I would like to add that the Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service 3rd quarter report showed the average sales price in St. Johns County was $345,433 and in Duval County $181,901. Part of the reason for the higher sales price in St. Johns County may be the strong new homes sales which tend to command higher prices compared to resales. The inventory of homes for sale is down 12% from last year to 9,595 available properties. The distressed properties (foreclosures and short sales) inventory is down 48% from last year and the traditional homes inventory is up 8%. Of all the listings available, 20.5% are distressed now compared to 35% a year ago. This is a very positive sign for our local real estate market.

We are down to 4.8 months supply of inventory. Five to six months supply is a balanced market so our market is not heavily weighted to buyers or sellers.

Realty Trac reported in the U.S., all cash sales accounted for 33.9% of residential sales in the third quarter; however, Florida leads the nation in cash sales with over 50% of the transactions. Miami ranked number one in metro areas with 59.1% cash transactions and Jacksonville ranked number nine with 47.1%. They broke down the all cash transactions looking at institutional investor transactions and Jacksonville ranked number six in the nation with 10.9% investor transactions down from 12.6% the previous year.

To summarize, the pending sales, closings and prices are up. The inventory is down and the better news is that distressed property inventory is down further which is the reason our investor transactions are down. It appears we will finish 2014 strong.

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Hearing care is health care, just look at the research. Hearing health has been and continues to be studied by several prestigious institutions. Allow me to explain the results from The National Council on Aging and John Hopkins University.

The National Council on Aging studied how hearing impairment affects social interaction and mental health. They looked at people

who received help for their hearing impairment vs. those who did not get help. Specifically, they found that people who improved their hearing with hearing aids were more socially active and had better relationship with their families. Also, their spouses and children found more benefit from amplification than did the hearing aid wearer. Those individuals who did not improve their hearing suffered from depression and anxiety. They were more socially isolated. This study was published in 1999.

In 2011 Dr. Frank Linn, Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at John Hopkins University published a 20 years study. Dr. Linn was looking at hearing

impairment and dementia. His results show that the risk of dementia increases as the severity of hearing impairment increases. The risk of dementia doubled with a mild hearing loss and there is a 5 fold increase risk of dementia with a severe hearing impairment. This study is on-going and I look forward to their continued research and results.

I believe these 2 studies come to the same conclusions. That is, if you cannot hear speech clearly and understand it, you cannot remember it. Memory loss is the first

step to dementia. Also, untreated hearing impairment causes isolation. An individual with untreated hearing impairment becomes tired, embarrassed and stop asking people to repeat what has been said. They sit alone, without talking to family and friends. Isolation is a leading risk factor for dementia.

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DECEMBER CALENDAR December 1st Ripley’s Attractions Florida Resident Discount Through December 20th, Ripley’s Attractions are offering 50% off to Florida Residents. That includes: Ripley’s Believe it or Not!, St. Augustine Odditorium, Red Train Tours and Ghost Train Adventure. Residents will need to show a local photo ID to receive the discount. All adults in the party will need to have proof of residency to receive the discount. Visit our website for additional information December 2nd Faces & Places Exhibit (Free) Through January 22, 2015, “Faces and Places”, an original work by Scott Waters will be exhibited as part of the St. Johns Cultural Council’s “Art in Public Places”. Opening reception December 2nd at 8:15a.m. Scott’s work will be on display in the Rotunda Gallery at the St. Johns County Administration Building. Visit our website for more info.

December 3rd Wednesday Market at the Pier (FREE) Every Wednesday, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm, rain or shine, come to the Market at the Beach for fresh produce, baked goods, jewelry, and other quality hand-made gift and home decorating products. Location: St. Augustine Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, Florida 32080. Visit our website for more info.

Luminary Night (FREE) Ring in the holiday season starting at 6:00 PM at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum! Visitors and community members are invited to enter the lighthouse grounds for a free evening of children’s holiday crafts, warm refreshments, live musical performances (including a string quartet inside the lighthouse tower) and photo opportunities with the one and only Santa! Visit our website for more info.

December 5th First Friday Art Walk (FREE) Experience one of St. Augustine’s most popular cultural events from 5 - 9 p.m. on the first Friday of every month.

Tours begin at San Sebastian Winery, 157 King Street. St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains and Old Town Trolleys offer attendees a complimentary shuttle service to most of the galleries. Call 832-779-2781 for additional information.

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A Christmas Nativity Display “Our Gift of Love” (FREE) Come begin your Christmas season from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday evening with hundreds of nativities from around the world, continuous musical performances, an art gallery celebrating the life of Christ, a LIVE nativity and refreshments! Admission is FREE (bring a canned good item for donation to local food bank). Visit ourwebsite for event location and additional information.

December 6th 1st Annual Donuts with Santa.

9am to 2pm. WGV Gymnastics. 314 Commerce Lake Drive 32095. Come meet Santa & have your picture taken with him.Cost $5.00 per child or purchase a Family Package.

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2nd Annual Sugar Cane Harvest Music! Food! Sugar Cane Boil! ($5) This old-fashioned sugar cane boil and music fair runs from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm with “fresh from the farm” drinks and delicious meals featuring local restaurants, farmers and artisans that source their produce and ingredients locally. For more information, call 904-825-4962 or visit the website for more info.

Surf Illumination 2014 (FREE) Surf Illumination! The great tradition continues at the St. Johns County Pier Park from 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Food, drink, entertainment, a bounce house, arts crafts and yes, a visit from Santa. We will also be inviting the Mayor to throw the switch on the Holiday Tree. Please visit our website for additional information.

Nights of Lights & HolidayTraditions Plaza Stroll Tour St. Augustine hosts a free Nights of Lights & Holiday Traditions walking tour to take in the amazing views while learning the historical significance of these ‘white lights’ and exploring how this colonial-era tradition has become a famous modern day spectacle not to be missed. Tours depart at 7 p.m. from the Tour St. Augustine office, 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. 904-825-0087. Visit our website for more info.

December 10th Rockapella Holiday Revue (FREE) This live concert features this renowned acapella group as they perform a number of holiday classics. Fans of Glee or Pitch Perfect will enjoy this live entertainment and familyfriendly event. Starting at 4 p.m., enjoy fun activities like a bounce house, face painting, train rides, and Santa visits.

Visit our website for additional information.

Cocktail Classes Every Saturday Through December 13th For details and times visit www.eventbrite.com or call 904-825-4963

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Nease Ladies Night Out in Palencia was so much fun!

December 11th Manhattan Transfer (FREE) The live concert features Manhattan Transfer as they perform a number of holiday classics in their unique jazz fusion style. Gates to Plaza open at 4:00pm with Santa Visits, Train Rides, Face Painting and Bounce House. Seating area opens at 6:00pm / Show at 7:00pm. Visit our website for additional information December 12th Tropical Smoothie Spirit Night 4 pm to 8pm, Murabella Shopping Center 124 Tuscan Way 32092. Come join us for a fun filled night and support WGV Gymnastics Team. There will be Free face Painting and prize giveaways!. For more info contact (904) 342-7133 A Night in Bethlehem (FREE) Memorial Lutheran Church and Chapel School are hosting this event to make the season “come alive” for our community!

Join us and bring family and friends from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Visit the website for more info.

December 13th Biblioclast Winter Art for Adults & Teens (FREE) At this winter art program, we will recast books as an art medium in support of libraries, books, words, and ideas. Join us in a transformation of damaged or poor condition books into original works of art by folding, cutting, manipulating and carving covers and paper pages. Create a book page wreath, glittered book ornament, or book snowflake. From 2:00 PM at the Anastasia Island Branch of the St. Johns Public Library. Visit the website.

Food Trucks & A Movie “Home Alone” (FREE) From 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Gates to Plaza open at 4:00pm with Santa Visits, Train Rides, Face Painting and Bounce House. Movie Feature at 6:00pm. Visit our website for additional information.

Holiday Regatta of Lights (FREE) The HOLIDAY REGATTA of LIGHTS is a spectacular and colorful parade of boats held on the St. Augustine bay front at 6:00 PM just north of the Bridge of Lions. Sailboats, trawlers, shrimp boats and many other vessels enter the parade, decorated with the festive lights of the season. Arrive ear-

ly to “get your spot” for the best viewing!

December 15th Art & Merchant Walk (FREE) Don’t miss Third Monday Art & Merchant Walk. Shopping and fun will be happening from the North end of A1A Beach from Oddities and continue South as far as The Sunshine Shop. The City’s parks will be filled with local artists and musicians and many of our local retailers and restaurants will have discounts & specials throughout the evening. Come join the fun and make it a monthly tradition!

December 17th Giant Menorah Lighting at the World Golf Village Hot Latkas! Music! Donuts and Dreidels!

The World Golf Hall of Fame Plaza will host a Giant Menorah Lighting at 6:30 p.m. For more information, email dini@ jewishsjohnscounty.com. One World Golf Place, St. Augustine.

December 19th “A Christmas Story” (FREE) Drive-in Held from 5:30 - 9:00 pm at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. Bounce House at 5:30pm. Movie Feature at 7:00pm – Visit the website for more information.

December 20th ChiliCookOff&ADoubleFeatureMovie(FREE) Held from 12:30 pm - 11:00 pm at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre featuring “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” and “Elf”.

Gates to Plaza open at 12:30pm with Train Rides, Face Painting and Bounce House.

Chili Cook Off and Santa at 2:00pm “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” at 6:00pm.

“Elf” at 8:00pm. Visit the website for more info.

NavidadenelViejoSanAgusta(ChristmasinOld St.Augustine)(FREE) Featuring the Christmas customs and music of 16th-century Florida from 6:00

pm - 9:00 pm, circa 1580, Navidad en el Viejo San Agusta is presented annually by Florida Living History, Inc., in partnership with the Diocese of St. Augustine and Mission Nombre de Dios. All presented by torch and candlelight on the grounds of historic Mission of Nombre de Dios and Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche.

Drive-In Movie featuring “Miracle on 34th Street” (FREE) Held from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. Drive-In Movie featuring “Miracle on 34th Street” Movie Feature at 7:00pm. Visit the website for more info.

December 21 at 10:30 am.

Rebirth Church Christmas Service www.rebirthchurch.tv December 23rd Swamp Radio. www.swampradiojax.com December 27th Old Town Art Show “ Winter” (FREE) It’s that time of year for the Old Town Art Show...the “Winter” version from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday & Sunday. The show will feature nearly 125 top-notch artists and craftsmen from Northeast Florida and around the country. Parking is available in the Visitor’s Center parking deck. Visit our website for more information.

Uptown Saturday Night (FREE) Explore the shops and galleries of “Uptown” St. Augustine from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm on the last Saturday of the month.

Live music, refreshments, new exhibits and more along San Marco Avenue North of W. Castillo. For additional information, please call 904-823-9263.

The ladies in charge.

The lovely Donna, Owner of Donna Mancini Staging & Design Inc

Carla from Palencia Realty & Owner of Ancient City Martial Arts

Talented young violinist at Danzar

Palencia Fine Arts Academy & Gallery

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A Message from The Vet ~ Dr. Veling, DVM

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Last month we had one of those rewarding pet visits that tugs at a veterinarian and his staff’s heart strings. We saw Doobie, a 13 year old Miniature Schnauzer, who was “just not right.” She was losing weight. Her appetite was down. The owner still loves Doobie very much. I did a physical exam. Her heart and lungs were good. An oral exam found several teeth that were loose and had pus around them. Her gums were red. She was very reluctant to have me even lift her lips to look at her mouth.

I recommended running some blood work to look for other reasons for her malaise and tentatively set up a teeth cleaning. Doobie’s blood was normal.

Her liver and kidneys were still doing their jobs well. As all owners are, Doobie’s owner was nervous about anesthesia. Using our low dosage protocol we allayed her concerns.

Doobie came in first thing in the morning a few days later. She was nervous about us. We gave her the pre-anesthetic and put in an IV catheter. She calmed right down. We started intravenous fluids which are used to flush away the injected drugs and keep the blood pressure up and to perfuse the liver and kidneys while pets are anesthetized. Doobie went to sleep easily when the actual anesthetic was given.

When she was asleep we placed a tube into her trachea to help her breathe the inhaled anesthetic that will keep her asleep. Once she was hooked up to our monitoring system and placed on our “Hot Dog Warming System” I did a dental exam. I determined that the periodontal disease was severe. Dental xrays showed that there were teeth next to the bad teeth that were already severely damaged. Doobie had deep pockets around two of the teeth that were full of tartar and pus. There were five more teeth that were loose and had pockets and bone loss as well but no pus. We injected local anesthetic, even though she was asleep, to numb her teeth and gums. Seven teeth had to be removed. As a doctor, I hate to remove teeth. The teeth could have been saved if they were cleaned sooner.

The great news for our heartstrings was that Doobie came back a week later feeling like a new dog. Her appetite was back. She had a bounce in her step.

She was asking to go for walks and pulling on the leash the way she used to. Her owner, as she smiled, said she never realized how much her teeth were bothering her. Most owners just think “She’s just getting old.” “Getting old” is not a disease.

As the lucky get to find out, “Getting old is a privilege.” It is just good care to keep a pet’s teeth clean. Let’s get your pet’s teeth cleaned before the teeth are loose and infected and keep the bounce in its step. Happy Holidays to all!

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