St. Johns Magazine March 2020

Northern St. Johns Family Lifestyle Monthly

ST. JOHNS magazine magazine

Healthy Living & Outdoor Opportunities for St. Johns Families

REAL ESTATE ISSUE

March 2020

Learn about the best neighborhoods in northern St. Johns to call home! www.stjohnsmag.com

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Publisher & Creative Director Debbie Gaylord debbie@stjohnsmag.com

Photographer Mindy Kerr Nature's Child Photography

Thank You to Our

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ST.JOHNS magazine Your Real Estate Guide to

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Everybody Fitness

Dr. Kathleen Deckard, DVM George L. Ballou, II Kristy Robinson Matt Redmer Nikki Lyn Holm Diana Brummer Kelly Wissinger

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Featuring Shearwater, A Masterplanned Community Fitness Manager and Head Personal Trainer at Shearwater, Gabriella Doyle brings a wealth of knowledge to the community and shares the incredible variety of activities available to residents!

Cover Photo by Mindy Kerr of Nature's Child Photography

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For over 30 years, Dr. Glenos has continued to contributed back to the community through partnerships with the schools and support of many sport teams, scouting, dancing companies, children’s theatre, beauty pageants, the local children museum TAG, and the Smiles Change Lives program. Dr. Glenos and Dr. Hadgis are both board certified orthodontists. Dr. Glenos is a past president of the Florida Association of Orthodontists and the St. Augustine Dental Society.

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Shearwater offers Tips to Take Your Workout

OUTDOORS

by Gabriella Doyle, Personal Trainer

Shearwater was expertly designed to provide residents a unique lifestyle experience with world-class amenities, connection to neighbors and close proximity to the outdoors.

Meet Gabriella Doyle, Shearwater’s new on-site personal trainer

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ith the holidays in the rearview mirror and temperatures slowly climbing, it’s time to take advantage of Florida’s “winter” and opt outside. At Shearwater, one of the fast-growing master-planned communities in St. Johns County, residents choose from a variety of amenities and activities centered around healthy living and outdoor opportunities. From its more than 15 miles of nature trails to the resort-style pool, lap pool and lazy river to playgrounds, illuminated Har-Tru tennis courts and a yoga lawn, Shearwater has an outdoor activity to suit everyone’s needs.

To further provide the best in active lifestyle programming, Shearwater recently welcomed Gabriella Doyle as a fitness manager and head personal trainer to the community. Gabriella brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the health and wellness industry to this new position and is excited to guide residents in their own wellness journeys.

As a certified personal trainer, Gabriella recommends the following tips and tricks to take your workout outdoors:

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Blaze the trails

Instead of grinding out a run on the treadmill, mix it up by taking your run outdoors. Shearwater residents have access to over 15 miles of trails along more than 600 acres of natural, preserved habitat with various routes to choose from. A map of the trails can be found on shearwaterliving.com, along with key picnic areas that double as great rest stops. Furthermore, the entire St. Johns County community is invited to try Shearwater’s trail system at its annual 5K on the Trails and Fun Run every April. This annual event is a great way to experience Shearwater, while raising money for local charities.

Back to Basics

When you can’t make the gym or a workout class, create an easy 30-minute exercise regimen to complete outdoors. At Shearwater, Gabriella helps residents put together simple yet effective exercise plans using their own body weight. Think squats, push-ups, sit-ups and mountain climbers. Residents can easily complete this routine on the yoga lawn or while their child plays on the playground. Another pro tip is to invest in resistance bands. These bands are a great alternative to weights, and they quickly mobilize arm workouts with enhanced bicep curls, shoulder presses and more.

Beyond the Gym

Working out doesn’t have to be another trip to the gym. Take advantage of the mild temperatures by trying an outdoor sport such as tennis or swimming. The Kayak Club features four Har-Tru clay tennis courts, sports fields and a multi-lane lap pool for family-friendly activities that also count as cardio.

An extensive 15-mile trail system weaves throughout the neighborhoods and over 600 acres of nature preserve.

Shearwater’s free-range Kompan playgrounds fuse early childhood development psychology into the design and function of the equipment.

Instead of hitting the gym, try playing doubles with your friends and family on one of Shearwater’s four Har-Tru clay tennis courts

In a community so focused on active living, proximity to nature and a connection to neighbors, taking your fitness routine outdoors this year has never been easier.

With resort-style amenities, a fulltime personal trainer and an on-site lifestyle director, Shearwater offers activities and programing to fit every lifestyle.

To learn more about Shearwater, visit the Kayak Club, located at 100 Kayak Way, St. Augustine, FL 32092 or visit www.shearwaterliving.com. Shearwater offers home designs from Toll Brothers, David Weekley Homes, Lennar, Drees Homes, MasterCraft Builder Group and Dream Finders Homes.

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The Neighborhoods of Northern St. Johns From Nocatee to Rivertown ​ orthern St. Johns is a great place to call home!

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St. Johns is among the top regions in the country to live or work, to find a home or start a business, to raise a family or retire. Our communities offer luxurious amenities, A-rated schools, close proximity to the beaches of St. Augustine & Jacksonville, shopping and cultural activities. Many communities offer on-site golf courses and gyms, with nearby ball fields, dance and martial arts studios, spas and preschools. Dining options include pizza, pubs and grills, Mexican, Japanese and Chinese restaurants and fast food.

Nearby health services include dentists, primary care physicians, optometrists, chiropractors, orthodontists and clinics.

In this guide we review some of the features of the areas most appealing communities with a focus on communities that have been in existence for more than one year and are nearly completed.

The 210 Corridor

Spanning the area west of I-95 down to Route 13, the County Road 210 Corridor boasts older established developments with tree-lined streets and golf courses within many neighborhoods. A few new neighborhoods have come in recent years. The schools zoned for this area are Bartram Trial High School; Switzerland Point Middle school Liberty Pines Academy; Hickory Elementary.

CIMARRONE

High$ 200s to $500s+ CR 210 across from South Hampton Cimarrone is an older established community with lush landscape and a gated entry. The 10,000 square foot clubhouse that features a beautiful restaurant and lounge, plus banquet and golf outing facilities that can accommodate over 140 people. The Clubhouse is also home to our new Spa where you can simply relax and feel pampered. All open to the public. The 6,900 yard layout plays along a mildly rolling terrain with significant fairway and green side mounds

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and plentiful water hazards. Rated 4/5 stars by Golf Digest’s Places to Play, the course was chosen as one of the Top 100 Golf Courses in Florida. Golf amenities include practice facilities that feature a targeted natural grass range, short game areas with sand bunker, and putting green.

ST. JOHNS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB High $200s to $500s+ CR 210 Leo Maguire St. Johns Golf & Country Club is conveniently located minutes from I-95 but is tucked away amongst the trees for a very private feel. It boasts a gorgeous 18-hole golf course and large-sized pool, fitness center, tennis courts and restaurant. There are a mix of families with and without children and a variety of home sizes and styles.

SOUTH HAMPTON

High $200s to $500s+ CR210 past Publix South Hampton is one of St. Johns county’s premier golf course communities. A beautiful development that is attractive to multi-generational buyers. Homes

range from approximately 1600 square feet to over 4500 square feet with resort style amenities that appeal to all ages.

South Hampton is conveniently located on the 210 corridor with an abundance of restaurants and family services.

The community has a newly renovated amenities center featuring a state of the art fitness center, an olympic size pool and a water park for the young at heart.

On site is a RV and boat parking area for residents and 22 beautiful lakes throughout the community. This is a community that that has it all and no CDD fees.

Johns Creek

High $200s to $400s CR210 Behind Publix Plaza and Nature Walk Located on a beautiful 350 acre site, Johns Creek features an abundance of conservation areas and 9 lakes.Winding streets and sidewalks enhance the feeling of community. With two amenity center facilities including indoor and outdoor recreational buildings, 3 pools, 3 children’s playgrounds, a fitness center, tennis court facility, 2 basketball courts and 2 multipurpose fields, Johns Creek offers families quite a lot. It is also close to grocery and other shopping and dining.

Shearwater

Mid $200’s - $500s+ CR210 Near Timberlin Creek Elementary What really sets Shearwater apart is its picturesque landscape. You can’t help but marvel at the surrounding beauty, which consists of parks, trails and 600 acres of green space and preserved wetlands, not to mention scenic Trout Creek.

“It’s Florida living at its finest,” said Katya Schwallie, Jacksonville Division President of Richmond American Homes. “Shearwater is more than just a community. It’s a lifestyle. A place where active families can live and play, taking advantage of abundant recreational opportunities and Florida’s temperate climate—all while owning their dream home.”

Situated along Trout Creek with direct access to the St. Johns River, the 1,500acre Shearwater property seamlessly integrates preserved natural habitat with homes, pocket parks, and 13 miles of paved, natural and boardwalk trails.

The epicenter of Shearwater life is the Kayak Club, an amenities center with a variety of recreational activities, event

venues and gathering spaces, with a 6,800 sq. ft. multidimensional clubhouse as the centerpiece. The Kayak Club also includes a 7,200 sq. ft. Fitness Lodge, a lap and swimming pool, lazy river, slide tower, playground, sports fields, and four illuminated Har-Tru clay tennis courts. A full-time, on-site Lifestyle Director will create entertainment and activity programs shaped around residents’ desires.

Visit www.shearwaterliving.com for more.

St. Johns Forest

Mid $300s - $500s+ CR 210 1 minute west of I-95 With a beautiful gated entry and 5200 SF Amenity Center as well as a fitness gym, tennis courts, large swimming pool and sports fields, ​this community has a lot to offer. Perhaps best of all is its easy proximty to both I-95 and the new 9B giving access to the town center, the beach, Jacksonville and fun things to do in St. Augustine.

Stonehurst

High $200s to $400s CR210 Near Publix Stonehurst is located in the heart of

the CR210 corridor with easy access to I-95 and shopping, and is conveniently located about one minute from Publix.

It is a family-oriented community with excellent amenities including a pool and play area that is walking distance from anywhere in the neighborhood. There are also a number of smaller parks large enough to play pick up football. On any given day there are kids of every age group outside playing which makes it one of the most friendly communities in Northern St. Johns. There are no CDD fees and the HOA is low.

Silverleaf

High $300s - $600s+ Off St. Johns Parkway south of Publix Silverleaf will consist of different neighborhoods in a wide range of sizes & price points. It will be one of the largest community developments in Northeast Florida with 8,500 acres of mixed use property that you can live, work and play in. There will be 3,500 acres of pristine conservation land as well as first class amenities, now under construction.

There are no CDD fees.

Map of Northern St. Johns Communities

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EAST OF 95

The resort-style neighborhoods here are closest to the beaches (Vilano and Mickle) and have their own small town feeling with many restaurants and businesses only a golf cart ride away. Residents also enjoy easy access to I-95 , Jacksvonville, Durbin Park Pavillion Town Center and Ponte Vedra. The intercoastal waterway, along with nature preserves and a dog park round out the area many benefits.

Nocatee

Palencia

Mid $300s -$1,000,000 Off CR 210 East heading to Ponte Vedra Located on nearly 15,000 acres, Nocatee retains over 9,000 acres reserved for permanent preserves, community parks, dog parks and protected areas. Truly resort-style living, with a world class amenities center, including Nocatee Splashwater park. It also boasts both a K-8 (Valley Ridge) and a high school (Ponte Vedra HS) in the community.

New home options in Nocatee range in price from $200,000 to over $1,000,000.

Nocatee is 10+ minutes to the ocean and Ponte Vedra Beach restaurants, clubs and shopping while also having easy access to I-95 for those heading to Jacksonville or further South. *Information provided courtesy George L. Ballou II, Menton & Ballou Group, Engel & Volkers

Mid $300s -$700+ Off US 1 toward St. Augustine

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This gated 1400-acre community offers everything one could desire. A neighborhood elementary school, anad winding walking and bike paths through the trees or along the intracoastal waterway give it added charm. The community also boasts tennis courts, a beautiful fitness center, a first class golf course and country club, and pools. It also offers a village center with local businesses including wine bars and cafes. The homes range from condos and townhomes, to the very high-end multi-million dollar homes. There is the older section south of the entrance and the newer section to the north.

Las Calinas

Mid $300s+ Off US 1 Las Calinas is a beautiful residential community of single family homes located in St. Augustine Florida. The community was constructed around a hardwood preserve which provides beautiful scenery and a natural setting. Homes in Las Calinas feature Spanish and Mediterranean architecture and were built by several developers to create a diverse and unique neighborhood.

Builders include Beazer homes, Taylor Morrison, Mercedes homes, and more.

Kensington

Mid $300s+ Off US 1 Kensington’s amenities include a 3,000 square foot in-ground pool with cabana, walking trails and two playgrounds.

RACETRACK ROAD

Racetrack Road has some of the oldest, most beautiful neighborhoods with tall live oaks lining the streets, established business and local government offices. Amazing amenities within the communities offer swimming, tennis and work-out opportunities as well as a Golf Club. The newer communities are equally impressive. The area has many local busineses and is also adjacent to shopping in both Mandarin and the new Durbin Park Pavillion Town Center.

Julington Creek Plantation high $200s - $700s+ ​Along Racetrack Road Corridor The original master planned neighborhood of the area, Julington is perfectly situated in the northwestern corner of the county with tree-lines streets and bike paths connecting its many developments. What makes it special it has its own elementary and middle school school, small businesses and its close proximity to Mandarin for other shopping needs. It is also close to the beautiful St. Johns River and local parks allow for activities for nature lovers as well as sports enthusiasts ​

Celestina

Mid $300s - $700s+ Along Racetrack close to Durbin Pavilion Celestina is a gated new home community, featuring a $7,000,000 amenities center and over 600 homes upon completion. Celestina provides an extensive amenities center and a selection of new, innovative home designs.

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THE NEXT BIG THING! SILVERLEAF VILLAGE!

No CDD Fees!!!

3153 SF LIVING SPACE! Includes 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, 3 Car Garage $483,990!

First Model Open in Silverleaf!

Ashley Homes newest community, SilverLeaf Village, is located between County Road 210 and State Road 16. St. Augustine’s newest, premier location will be 8,500 acres of mixed-use property where you can live, work and play. There will be 3,500 acres of pristine conservation land as well as first class amenities, now under construction.

WHY BUY HERE? NO CDD FEES for a Master Planned Community,

Huge Amenity Center, HOA Fee Only $121.25 a month, that’s it for fees! Why pay a CDD Fee for 30 years??

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Best selection of homesites, pre-construction pricing starting at $337.990. 1865 living space, limited time incentive $15,000 towards options & upgrades PLUS 2% in closing costs, excludes pre-paid costs.

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LONG LEAF PINE

Along Long Leaf Pine, spanning from Durbin Crossing to down near Bartram Trail High School are stunning newer neighborhoods away from the hustle and bustle with world-class amenities including walking trails, beautiful tall pines and lanscaped byways, as well as two public parks, with sports fields nearby. It is conveniently located with easy access to the 210 neighborhood and the new Durbin Creek Pavillion Town Center, about 10 minutes to Julington Creek and 15 minutes to additional shopping, including Trader Joe’s, in Mandarin. The schools zoned for this area are Bartram Trail HS, Creekside HS (Durbin Crossing) Cunningham Creek Elementary, Freedom Crossing Academy; Patriot Oaks Academy; Switzerland Point Middle School & Fruit Cove Middle School

Real Estate Market Stats

by Nikki-Lyn Holm, The Coastal Home Group

Oxford Estates

High $300s Long Leaf Pine near Roberts Road David Weekley Homes. Oxford Estates is a beautiful natural gas, gated community, close to highly rated schools, with walking trails, tot lot, and more amenities to come, all with no CDD fees. Beautiful estate sized homesites and luxurious home designs.

Aberdeen

High $200s - high $400s Off Long Leaf Pine near Greenbrier & Roberts Road Aberdeen is a newer master planned community nestled around a large wetland conservation area in Northwest St. Johns county adjacent to Julington Creek Plantation and West of Durbin Crossing. The community spans over 1,300 acres with more than 500 acres of wetland conservation and more than 65 acres of lakes. Aberdeen is now less than 5 minutes to the new 9B. It features resort style amenities including a a clubhouse, exercise fitness center, pools, water slide, tennis and basketball courts, child’s playground, sports fields, scenic walking trails, and a community picnic park.

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Rivertown

Mid 200’s - $500s+ New Entrance Across from Bartram Trail High School Few communities offer the authentic Florida experience like RiverTown. Rivertown’s access to the St. Johns River and surrounding conservation areas is unique to the area and provides the perfect setting to reconnect with family and each other. Rivertown fosters clean, healthy living with miles of hiking trails, running and cycling events and a world-class clubhouse amenity. River amenities, new communities and commercial and retail opportunities are planned. ​

Durbin Crossing

Low $300s - $500s+ Off Long leaf Pine near St. Johns Parkway Durbin Crossing is an established neighborhood with beautiful landscaping and two stunning amenity centers with large pools with water slides and toddler areas, fitness centers, tennis courts; The community has over 39 lakes, 1,000 acres of conservation area and acres of parks and preserves.

There is plenty to do in with many activities planned for residents from trivia night to food truck experiences. It has an amazing location in northern St. Johns with easy access to the new Durbin Pavillion town center, 9B, and I-95.

St. Johns County - North Statistics for January 2020:

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The median sales price year to date is $328,000 which is up 7.4%, this means homes are selling at a higher price point from last year.

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Homes are sitting for an average of 84 days.

The Northern region of Saint Johns boasted 345 new listings in January, which was an increase of 12% from last year.

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Northern Saint Johns closed 178 transactions, which was up 11.9% from last year. This means more properties are closing in 2020!

Nocatee Market Statistics for January 2020:

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The median sales price for Nocatee is $430,000 which is up 12.9% from last year.

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Houses are spending 78 days on the market, which has dropped by 7.8%. Homes are selling a bit faster than this time last year.

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Nocatee had 88 new listings in January, which is up 6%.

There were 53 closings as well; homes are selling 26.2% more than a year ago.

Nocatee is one of the fastest growing communities in Florida with top rated schools of the Saint Johns school district.

Whether you are looking to buy or sell in Northern Saint Johns county or Nocatee, please reach out to the local experts to get the job done with a five-star experience!

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144 Telford Dr, St. Johns, Fl 32259 DURBIN CROSSING 5 Beds/3.5 Baths/3,893 Sq Ft $610,000

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by Diana Brummer, MSW, LCSW GoodMentalHealthLLC.com Office: 904-325-6105 Mobile: 904-419-7435

Staying Mentally Healthy When we think about staying healthy, certain things appear on our short list of must-do’s: healthy diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, medical check ups, dental cleanings. What often doesn’t register as an integral piece of our well-being, requiring regular maintenance and care, is our mental and emotional health.

Often, it isn’t until we reach our breaking point that we begin to understand how vitally important our mental health is to our overall well being. Our thoughts govern our feelings, and our feelings govern our behavior. When our feelings are not being cared for, our behavior shows it and our overall performance suffers.

In addition to our physical health, it is our duty to also take good care of ourselves mentally and emotionally so that we can be the best versions of ourselves we are capable of being.

I often describe my practice as serving two ends of the spectrum. As a counselor, I serve clients who are struggling with issues that can make it difficult some days to engage with life. On the other end of the spectrum, as a coach, I work with clients who are already successful and high functioning, but willing to learn new skills, adopt new mindsets, and integrate new tools that can help them become even more of what they desire to be.

At both ends of this spectrum, we are human beings who require nurture, compassion, and care in order to thrive. The only difference is the point at which our journey begins.

By giving ourselves the space and permission to take care of all facets of us- mentally, physically, and spiritually- we set the stage to perform at our highest levels, to serve others with our greatest ability, and to love those we care about with the maximum capacity of our hearts.

Our power and effectiveness is a direct result of our own self care.

For more information on setting healthy boundaries, maintaining strong relationships, and keeping Good Mental Health a priority, visit our blog at GoodMentalHealthLLC.com.

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The following are a few ways to maintain Good Mental Health: • Follow therapists online for daily ideas, affirmations, and encouragement (you can find us on instagram @goodmental_health) • Read self help books • Journal or engage in some time of self reflection or self study • Practice mindfulness in some capacity (meditation, yoga, prayer) • Take care of your physical body (movement, sleep, sunlight, rest, nutrition) • Create a support network • Learn to set and maintain boundaries • Build trust with yourself by keeping your word to yourself • Practice self compassion when you slip and mess up on this journey

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Culture

Cinemark Arrives in Northern St. Johns!

Northern St. Johns is excited to welcome the brand new 12-screen theatre, Cinemark Durbin Park and XD. Located at The Pavilion at Durbin Park, all auditoriums feature Cinemark’s heated Luxury Lounger recliners, immersive sight and sound technology and a Cinemark XD premium large format auditorium to further enhance the moviegoing experience.

“Cinemark is thrilled to be a part of the growth and development in Durbin Park,” said Mark Zoradi, Cinemark CEO. “Our theatre at The Pavillion will be the premiere entertainment destination, providing premium amenities with enhanced food and beverage offerings for our guests to enjoy.”

Everything about the new Cinemark reflects a luxury aesthetic. The theater’s exterior is beautifully landscaped with tall palms and greenery, ample benches and nooks for guests to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather while they wait. As they enter the theater, guests are met with the wide open feeling of a modern luxury hotel,

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including stylish lounge areas and floor to soaring ceiling windows.

The concession stand offers traditional moviegoing fare, including freshly popped popcorn, fountain drinks, slushies, as well as Pizza Hut pizza and Starbucks beverages, hot foods including wraps, chicken sandwiches, the Beyond Burger and more. There will also be a full bar with a wide selection of beer, wine and frozen cocktails to enjoy.

A nice aspect of the new concession is the use of portable buzzers to alert guests when their food is ready.

Instead of waiting in long lines, people may relax in the theatre lobby, outside in the garden, or the theatre.

Once you get your food and beverages you will have the lean back and enjoy the movie in your reserved Cinemark Luxury Loungers with electric-powered, plush, oversize recliners with footrests, swivel trays, cup holders and heat-controlled seats in all auditoriums.

These enhancements and amenities take theater dining to a new level!

Once you have enjoyed the entire

experience at Cinemark Durbin Park and XD, you will be spoiled! But since it is located right here in northern St. Johns you won't have to go anywhere else!

Special discount pricing for Senior Mondays and Discount Tuesdays for Cinemark Movie Rewards members; and A party room available to rent for birthday parties and other celebrations.

Guests can now purchase tickets for the Cinemark Durbin Park and XD theatre Tickets are now at www. cinemark.com. Stay connected with Cinemark at www.cinemark.com and through Cinemark's social media channels at Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@Cinemark or #Cinemark).

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Nocatee…

Promises Made…

Promises Kept!

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by George L. Ballou, II

Broker Associate & Private Office Advisor Menton & Ballou Group Engel and Voelkers 904.687.6140 / George.Ballou@evusa.com

hen my Jamie and I moved to Nocatee over 10+ years ago we moved into the 55+ age restricted Del Webb Ponte Vedra community. The move to Nocatee seemed like a leap of faith in many ways. As midwest transplants, Florida always conjured up images of broken promises made by builders and developers.

Discovery Center which was also the sales office.

For those of you unfamiliar with Nocatee let me give you the big picture; over 13,000 acres less than 10+ minutes to the ocean and PVBeach shopping and clubs with 65% of the total land mass dedicated to preserve and protected areas! We are between I-95 and A1A and are serviced by the Nocatee Parkway which is also a primary evacuation route during severe storms…we are not in the hurricane zone!

There are now 44 different “neighborhoods” in Nocatee of which 18 are already totally built out…only resales in those areas. Total occupied homes now approaches 8,500 with a population estimated to be over 25,000. We now have one of the largest Publix in NE Florida which is currently opening their 25,000 sft Greenwise store just across the road. Ben & Jerry’s is opening this summer, Panera Bread just opened, we have banks, gas stations, numerous restaurants like Dick’s Wings, South Kitchen, MShack, the Loop, Coastal Wine, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Wendy’s and many more coming.

Going back to our arrival in 2009, Nocatee as well as the rest of the country was in the beginning stages of the recession. There were no grocery stores, banks or gas stations and the iconic Splash Water Park was barely off the drawing board. I believe there were only about 500 homes in Nocatee at that time spread out between 5 different develo ments. Del Webb which was slated to have 1900+ homes when finished only had 117 homes at that point with no owner’s club…we all just hung out in the

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Today we look back at what has happened since those days and it is shockingly impressive!

Promises made turned out to be promises kept!

The Parc Group who are the master developers of Nocatee have made sure that our community is constantly evolving.

Other enhancements to the Nocatee LifeStyle are two gorgeous K-8 schools as well as pre-school facilities like Primrose, the Starling Assisted Living and Independent Living facilities, apartments like the Reserve, new and fun amenities called the Spray Park, our own Amphitheatre, athletic facilities for soccer, tennis and

pickleball, fenced dog park with their own pond, a swim club, storage facilities, a county kayak launch into the intracoastal waterway and bike and golf cart trails throughout Nocatee!

We have fitness centers and major commitments to Nocatee’s medical services by Baptist and Flagler Medical Centers including a YMCA, as well as urgent care and emergency response facilities keeping us healthy, active and happy!

If Nocatee sounds exciting, come take a look!

Stop by the Nocatee Welcome Center located at the Splash Water Park and Town Center Offices…tell them George sent you!

If you have any questions or you need a Realtor who knows Nocatee new construction, resales or rentals please feel free to give me a call.

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Jackie Carrino has been part of the First Coast YMCA Youth Development team for more than 4 years. As Program Coordinator in St Johns County, her focus is on nurturing the potential of all kids in YMCA Summer Camp and Teen programs. Jackie’s favorite activities at Summer Camp are Assembly and Arts & Crafts. Assembly is a gathering of all the campers in the morning and Jackie loves it because she says it’s a great way to challenge campers to be their best all day long. Jackie also enjoys STEM (Science, Technology, Engineer and Math) activities at camp because it is fun to watch the campers use their imaginations to figure out how to solve problems together.

When Jackie is not at the Y, she volunteers with Girl Scouts.

She’s been a Troop Leader for her daughters, 10-year-old Allison and 7-year old Kaitlyn. Jackie also works with Vision is Priceless, a nonprofit that helps improve the visual health of children in Northeast Florida through education, vision screenings, treatment and referrals.

Working at the Y gives Jackie the satisfaction of knowing her contributions are helping to strengthen the First Coast community by having a positive impact on young lives. She’s looking forward to camp this summer at multiple locations in St. Johns County: Galimore Center, Heritage Landing, Ponte Vedra YMCA, River of Life United Methodist and Swiss Cove Christian Church.

Want to join Jackie and the Y summer staff team? The Y is looking for caring, fun-loving and enthusiastic site directors, camp counselors and more! You can also join the Y’s new Future Leaders Summer Training Program for ages 13-15. Participants will receive leadership skill development, mentoring, project management training and more! Learn more about summer camp, summer hiring and the new teen training program at FCYMCA.org.

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No-CDD Communities in St. Johns County

Matt Redmer, Broker/Owner We Give Realty

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re you looking for a new home in St. Johns county in a community with No CDDs? CDD fees typically can be over a couple hundred a month (over $2,000 per year), so many people that need to keep their monthly mortgage payment lower opt for No-CDD communities.

Usually, communities with CDDs have lots of amenities – resort-style pools, fitness centers, tennis courts, and some even have water park-like amenities – waterslides, lazy rivers (Nocatee and Shearwater), and a 14-acre Crystal Lagoon (Beachwalk). But there are some No CDD communities that still have great amenities.

Did you know that SilverLeaf – the new master-planned community that will be one of the largest developments in Northeast Florida, close in size to Nocatee, has no CDD fees? But even though it has no CDDs, it still will have lots of amenities – resort-style pools, spray park water park, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse, dog park, and more.

There also are No-CDD communities with not many or no amenities, and lower HOA fees. Some homebuyers may not be interested in amenities – maybe they don’t have time to use them, or don’t need a community pool because they are getting their own pool. So the No CDD communities can be a great option for them and can save them some money.

Our real estate company just finished setting up a new website – NoCDDs.com that features all 28 new home communities in St. Johns county with No CDDs. We have all the communities pinned on Google Maps, so you can easily see where the communities are located. Just click on the “Communities” menu at the top and select an area. You’ll get a map of where the 8 communities in this area are and a list you can sort by price or community name.

If you’re looking for a new construction home or a resale (used/existing) home with No CDD fees, just call or text us at (904) NEW-HOME and we'll send you a list of all the available homes in the areas you're interested in. We are happy to get any information that you need on any home you are looking for. Plus, when you use us as your buyer's agent to help you find and purchase any new or resale home, you will get Thousands EXTRA cash back from us at closing, usually paid towards your closing costs. We give 2% cash back on the purchase price of any new construction home, and 1% cash back on the purchase price of any resale home just for using us as your Realtor®!

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Style

by Kelly Wissinger Owner of Changing Spaces Jax

CURIOUS ABOUT HOME STAGING? A professional home stager’s job is to help the homeowner prepare their home for sale, to accentuate the positives, and make any necessary recommendations. The goal is to also work with realtors in getting the home sold fast and for list price. A buyer is more likely to look at photos online before going to view the property, so making a good first impression is important. A professional stager helps make it easier to market and sell listings by showcasing the home’s qualities, which produces better photos, therefore attracting more potential buyers.

STAGING SERVICES OFFER BY PROFESSIONALS: Make recommendations on color -

neutrals make it easier for people to envision themselves living in the home and prevents distraction.

Accentuate the positives

take curtains down if there is a nice view; showcase the large open floor plan with multiple designated areas; emphasize a fireplace or create a

Give suggestions on upgrades/repairs From flickering lights and cracked tile to new faucets and carpets; eliminate any ‘extra’ work that potential buyers could ask a reduction for.

A consultation

A walk through, with either a verbal or written checklist for the home-

owner to follow.

Occupied staging

The stager is hired to rearrange the existing furniture to create better

focal point.

flow, accentuate the positives and add additional accessories if needed.

Make recommendations to declutter and depersonalize

Vacant staging

Potential buyers should remember the property for it’s qualities, not the

numerous collections and chaos. Also, not everyone’s style is the same

The stager is hired to place their own inventory of furniture/accessories to showcase the home.

and so the idea is to appeal to the masses.

Staging to some can be seen as an additional expense but here’s some

Pull the property together

a couple of thousand for a vacant stage is significantly less than taking a

Create flow throughspace planning, furnishings and decor - making the property inviting.

food for thought..paying a couple of hundred for a consultation on up to (3%) price reduction on a property. And while some think they can stage their own home themselves, keep in mind that emotional attachments make it very hard to disconnect. So take the stress out of the whole ‘moving’ ordeal and hire a professional!

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Skincare to the Rescue

We know it is important to take care of our vital organs; the heart, stomach, and brain - your skin is an organ. In fact, it’s the largest organ in your body, but it’s still easy to take skin for granted. Unless there’s a problem, you may not think about your skin very much. But skin has an important job to do.

Your skin is constantly protecting you. Your skin keeps infections out of your body and keeps you from getting sick. When you take care of your skin, you’re helping your skin do its job. And taking care of your skin today will help prevent future problems, like wrinkles and even skin cancer.

Good skin care also has tremendous social and mental benefits.

Healthy looking skin makes a great first impression on others in an interview, a date, or even just making new friends. The mental benefits may even be greater – it keeps you feeling good about yourself. Nothing gives you more self-confidence and an extra bounce in your step more than knowing you look good. Proper skin care, being that skin is the most noticeable part of a person’s body is the #1 way to get that feeling.

There are many different types of skin problems – cosmetic and health and many types of solutions. We will focus on skin problems/ treatments for cosmetic purposes. Some of the more common issues are acne scars, dull skin, age spots, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Some of the more common skin treatments are: Microdermabrasion, laser treatments for laser rejuvenation and laser resurfacing, chemical peels, thermage, among others.

Microdermabrasion

Microderm treatments minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, crow’s feet, stretch marks, age spots, uneven skin texture, acne and trauma scars and blemishes, blackheads, hyperpigmentation and scar tissue. The procedure is one of the favorite wrinkle treatments because it is performed quickly in a facial esthetics office. The Aesthetics professional uses a handheld instrument to uses the most advanced technology is diamond-peel microdermabrasion. It is a safe, non-invasive skin resurfacing procedure that deeply polishes and stimulates the skin using densely packed laser-cut diamonds to remove dead skin cells while a gentle suction feature stimulates the production of collagen and elastin and improves blood circulation. The end result promotes the growth of healthy, new cells for a smoother, more radiant and flawless complexion.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels, also called chemexfoliation or derma-peeling treatments, are cosmetic treatments performed on the face, typically used as an anti-aging solution to rejuvenate the skin.

Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, skin discoloration and scars — typically on the face. A chemical peel can be done alone or in combination with other cosmetic procedures.

Chemical peels can be done at different depths — light, medium or deep — depending on your desired results. Each type of chemical peel uses a different chemical solution. Deeper chemical peels produce moredramatic results, but also involve longer recovery times.

Laser Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing removes the outer layers of the skin that are damaged. The laser resurfacing procedure stimulates the production of collagen and new skin cells in the underlying layers of the skin. The precision with which lasers remove the layers of the skin gives the doctor the ability to adjust the treatment depth for each patient. Make sure you go to a doctor with many years of laser resurfacing experience.

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Skin Rejuvenation IPL

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL™) is a facial rejuvenation treatment that can be used to address the effects of sun damage, heredity, and aging on facial skin. Skin imperfections such as wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, freckles, rosacea, facial veins, brown spots, and enlarged pores can be eliminated or greatly improved with IPL™ Photofacial treatments. Unlike other light therapies, particularly those done with lasers, IPL causes minimal damage to the skin and recovery takes just a few days. This method of skin rejuvenation is safe, with minimal downtime.

The laser light delivers heat to layers beneath the skin’s surface, stimulating collagen production and making the skin look tighter. Many patients consider the procedure a good alternative to the traditional face lift, as it requires no anesthesia, no scalpel, and no downtime. Benefits include improved smoothness, reduced sun damage and discoloration, and improved appearance of wrinkles, spots or scars.

Thermage

Thermage is a non-exfoliating facial rejuvenation technique designed to tighten and improve the contours of the face and neck. These aesthetic improvements are achieved with a radio frequency device that is passed over face, with the tip in contact with the skin’s surface. Controlled radio waves from the device heat the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating new collagen development. The result is tighter and often smoother skin.

Thermage can treat all skin types and requires no downtime. The benefits of the procedure are often immediately apparent and long-lasting.

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1-4oz. chicken breast, butterflied 1 tbsp blackening seasoning 2 slices sourdough bread 1 tbsp honey mustard 1/4 cup fresh arugula 1/4 cup avocado mix 3 slices hickory smoked bacon 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp oil 4 cherry tomatoes 4 extra long golf tees

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Place chicken breast on a sanitized work surface.

Slice each in half with a sharp kitchen knife. Be careful!

Coat both pieces in blackening spice.

Heat skillet on medium high heat and add oil.

Add chicken breasts and cook for 2 minutes each side.

Set aside.

Make Avocado Mix. (see CWM Chef Destiny) Make Honey Mustard (see Steve at CWM for recipe) Cook Bacon in oven at 400 degrees, 10-15 minutes until crispy.

Toast 2 slices of sourdough bread in 1 tbsp of butter.

Build sandwich bottom to top: Bread, Honey Mustard, Arugula, Chicken Slices, Bacon.

Spread Avocado Mix on top slice. Spear Cherry tomatoes on golf tees and place in the middle of each side of the bread, one inch fromcrust. Cut with a serrated knife from corner to corner.

Place on serving plate and enjoy!

Recommended Pairing Hess Shirtail Ranches Pinot Noir or Tavernello Prosecco will nicely enhance and balance this zesty Players Club. www.stjohnsmag.com

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CALENDAR Fun Things to do in St. Johns, St. Augustine & Jaacksonville!

March 4th 12th Annual Autism Symposium

UNF Adam W. Herbert University Center; 12000 Alumni Dr, Jacksonville, Florida 32224; 8am to 5pm. "Current Medical Evidence and Interventions Regarding Autism" This year's nationally known speakers include Gary Stobbe, MD, Amie Duncan, PhD and Emily Moulton, PhD. Cost is $75 per person (includes continental breakfast and lunch). *Tickets can be purchased online at autismsymposium12.eventbrite.com through March 3.

March 5th Free Autism Parent Training in St. Johns County

Teaching Language to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities.

MARCH 5th and MARCH 6th, 2020, 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M A free 2-day workshop for parents and service providers. The workshop will be held at the Saint Augustine Convention Center at The World Golf Village Renaissance Resort. 500 S. Legacy Trail, St. Augustine Florida, 32092. Parking is free. There will be an hour break for lunch Participants will gain a greater awareness of Behavior Analysis as a Science of Learning. Registration is Mandatory. Registration deadline: March 2, 20209 AM – 3:30 PM World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort, 500 S Legacy Trl, Saint Augustine, Florida 32092

March 7th Strawberry Festival Clay County

For details visit: www.claycountyfest.com/ STRAWBERRY-FEST.php 2497 State Road 16 W, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043-4818, United States

March 7th Bartram Boogie

A fundraiser supporting Bartram Trail High School Athletics. Join us for a fun night of

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dinner, music along with a Silent and Live Auction. 6-10 pm; St. Johns Golf & Country Club, 205 Saint Johns Golf Dr, Saint Augustine, Florida 32092

March 10th Night Market featuring The Young Step with Bad Dog Mama

Meeting the demand for locally-made goods and gifts the Night Market showcases over 50 vendors specializing in handmade crafts, goods and art and features fantastic dinner options, a full bar and live entertainment! The Night Market is open to the public with free admission and free parking! St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market; 1340C A1A S, Saint Augustine, Florida 32080. from 6pm to 9pm.

March 10th -15th Players Championship

Northeast Florida is home to THE PLAYERS Championship, one of the PGA TOUR’s most prestigious and most watched events.

Witness the incredible competition this year on at THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in beautiful Ponte Vedra. THE PLAYERS Championship; 100 PGA TOUR Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082. For all the details visit: www.theplayers.com/ tickets.html

March 13th -15th 2020 Celtic Music & Heritage Festival

There is entertainment for the entire family!

Two days packed with music (from traditional ballads to Celtic rock), Highland Games competitions of skill and strength, Celtic Clans sharing their families’ heritage, Celtic food and drink, Celtic merchandise for sale, and entertainment for children. AND DON’T MISS our special added event featuring Celtic Authors, with a Panel Discussion, Q&A Session and Book Signings! 10am to 7pm; TICKETS: www.celticstaugustine.com

March 20th to 22nd 39th Annual St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival

This historic festival is the largest and most family friendly of all festivals held in St. Augustine. This festival features tons of delicious seafood as well as food for the land lubbers, nearly 100 arts and crafts vendors, kiddie rides, family shows and a wide range of musical entertainment. Food, shopping, entertainment and fun for everyone. Eat, Shop and Tap Your Toes! Hours vary (see lionsfestival.com for details. St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival; 25 W Castillo Dr, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084

March 26th Sunsets in the Swamp: Dolphins & Whales and Beach Ecology Walk. Join the Alligator Farm staff and our partners at Marineland Dolphin Adventure and St Johns County Parks and Recreation for an evening beach walk at Anastasia Island State Park.

During our educational walk you will meet educators from both facilities to search for Bottlenose Dolphins and migrating Right Whales! After our time on the beach you are invited back to the Alligator Farm for a night out at the zoo. Please plan to meet our staff at the Anastasia Island State Park entrance with proof of registration at 5:30pm.5:30 to 8:30pm

March 27th to 29th Rhythm & Ribs Festival

3 Days of Live Music; BBQ, Budweiser, Bacardi, Country Music. Francis Field Festivals.

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The Y has 5 summer camp sites in St. Johns County: Ponte Vedra Y, Galimore Center, Heritage Landing, River of Life United Methodist churc ties.. Each week, campers embrace the power of pretend play to discover new skills, build self-confidence, make new friends and feel a sen trips, swimming featuring our Safety Around Water curriculum and plenty of outdoor play! Children must be age 5 by January 1, 2019.. Prices

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Summer Camp Ideas FIRST COAST YMCA 2020 Camp Theme: Camp life, Best life 5/25 – 5/29: We Like the element of surprise Surprise!!! Here is where science becomes an adventure as we discover the Cosmic Recipe: Setting the Periodic Table. Learn the science behind the ingredients in our favorite foods.

Discover how Big Bang cooked up everyday elements such as calcium in our teeth, silicon in smart phones and even the carbon in apple pies.

6/1 – 6/5: Imagine. Invent. Inspire.

Oh, the goals we will set! Oh, the things we will see! Be inspired to invent and dream big as we explore new faces and places through the magical world of creativity. Engage your senses and challenge your mind, unlock your logic to see what you’re capable of and make it so. With crafts, games, and team building activities aimed at gaining problem solving skills, creativity and innovation.

6/8 – 6/12: Let’s get Chemical Lab coats (Check – insert symbol), protective eyewear (Check), beacon (check)….. Explore the magic of chemistry by performing different science magic tricks, become a worker in the slime factory, ride a rainbow of rays, and delight in the science of yum!!

6/15 – 19: CSI…. Camper, Science, Investigations Get ready, Super Science Sleuths!

We’re cracking the codes on mysteries, myths, and more to have some Forensics fun. Put on your thinking caps, grab your microscopes, and find some gloves because Camper Science Investigators are on the case. So you can run but you can’t hide from CSI 6/22 – 6/26: Up & Atom: “Grab your lab coat and running shoes- it’s a mad scientist race for glory! We’re moving like electrified electrons and we can’t stop! Let’s move our way through physical science.”

6/29 – 7/3: Be the energy you want to attract “Eureka! The positive vibes are

pumping through our veins. It’s time to hop on the energy bus and cruise through camp. Feel the warmth of the sun and the breeze of the wind, it’ll charge you up!”

7/6 – 7/10: Have a moment of Science Put on your thinking cap and let’s take a week to explore all the careers in STEM. We will travel with Flat Stanley to our Thingamajig Science Invention Convention where we will learn about all things SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING and MATH. 7/13 – 7/17: Think like a proton, always positive Let’s charge up those POSITIVE thinking!! This week our campers will get a positive charge as we dive into atom bonding and Positive thinking. See what we can uncover when we “PERIODICALLY” mix elements together or the reaction you receive when some elements react to the presence of air and other chemical compounds. No matter the outcome, always “Think Positive”!

7/20 – 7/24: Art is I, Science is we Full STEAM ahead!!!

Alone we are SMART together we are BRILLIANT.This week’s adventures will require some major Team work to complete the task ahead, from diving into the sea, to exploring the celestial sky, we will unearth many exciting discoveries this week…..as one T.E.A.M (Together Everyone Accomplishes More) 7/27 – 7/31: In Science, we Trust Science gets social. Discover new places, new faces, new currencies, and new ideas to become a Global Citizen. Understand the power of the people and how to make a positive impact in society and the environment – in your community, in the world, and everywhere in between.

Let’s get connected!

8/3 – 8/7: You Matter. Literally!

Come join us as we learn why everything matters! Whether it is health or self-esteem, science opens a colorful world of possibilities, so why not dive on in and enjoy the fun!

ch and Swiss Cove Christian Church, as well as camps in other counnse of achievement.. Camp activities include arts and humanities, field s vary and there are special rates for Y members and military families

Apex Theatre Studio

The Apex Theatre Studio will offer theatre camps and intensives for students ages 7-18 this summer with a variety of programs including their seventh annual musical theatre production (Godspell), the Bard Bus (traveling Shakespeare company), a daily camp (Ready! Set! Go!) for students interested in all aspects of theatre and the Northeast Florida stage premiere of a Disney contemporary classic (Moana Jr.).

“This will be our first summer in our newly expanded location which allows us to increase our program offerings. We think of it as adding an extra table at a summer gathering so we can offer more things for students to feast upon,” stated Ian Mairs, managing director.

The summer will get off to a rowdy start with Ready! Set! Go!-a daily (Monday-Friday) camp experience which explores all aspects of theatre making and acknowledges the need for young artists to get up on their feet.

Students will take workshops in Improvisation, Musical Theatre, Stage Combat, and Acting for the Camera. Families will be invited to the studio every Friday for a sharing time.

The camp will present the Palm Valley Follies-a variety show on Thursday, June 18th featuring musical numbers, theater games, stage combat sequences, and scenes and monologues featuring camp participants. Students can elect to attend camp on a weekly basis or for the full session. Camp session is June 1st-19th.

The seventh annual musical theater intensive will produce the feel-good Broadway classic, Godspell, an entertaining and thoughtful telling of the Gospel according to St. Matthew. The production will feature musical arrangements from the 2011 Broadway revival. “The revival features orchestrations with a more contemporary sound, geared for today’s musical theatre performers,” commented Matt Morgan, musical director for the production. Auditions are Sunday, March 8th at 3:00 p.m. (Students need to sign up at the Apex website under auditions.) Performances are June 26th and 27th at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall and July 2nd and 3rd at St. John’s Cathedral (Jacksonville).

The Bard Bus, the studio’s traveling Shakespeare company, will bring its fast paced and hilarious production of Twelfth Night to a host of venues around the region (June 11th-19th) with stops in Atlantic Beach (Johansen Park), Springfield (Klutho Park) and closing out the production at the Backyard Stage at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.

“This is the third year we have been able to bring Shakespeare to the community and it feels less like a play and more like a party,” remarked Raines Carr, artistic director for the production. Auditions are Sunday, April 5th.

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A Message From The Vet

by Dr. Deckard, DVM Pets R Family

COMPASSIONATE CARE: EUTHANASIA FOR OUR PETS

There are very few relationships in our lives that are as rewarding and emotionally fulfilling as the ones with our pets, and they are considered a member of the family now more than ever before. When our beloved pets are challenged with things like aging changes, terminal illness, or chronic pain, quality of life comes into question, and often a conversation with your vet about euthanasia will occur. Euthanasia means, “easy death,” in Greek, and in veterinary medicine, it refers to the process that ends an animal’s life in a compassionate manner. Many pet owners have told us that their wish is for their pet to pass away peacefully in their sleep; unfortunately, this rarely happens, and euthanasia is often the only way for them to go peacefully. Veterinary medicine is currently the only profession where compassionate euthanasia is embraced; it is the greatest responsibility entrusted to us, and our professional oath dictates that our ultimate goal is to relieve suffering for those under our care.

Losing a pet can be as emotional as losing a family member, and as pet owners ourselves, we know that when you are faced with making a decision to end your pet’s life it can be an agonizing one. You should see a veterinarian that you trust, and ask them to talk frankly with you about your pet’s quality of life. Getting a second opinion is always within your right as a pet owner if you have any doubts. There are times when there can be medications and treatment options that may help your pet live out its final days comfortably; your veterinarian will help guide you through your decision-making process and ensure that all decisions are in the best interest of the pet.

If you and your vet decide it’s time to euthanize, the process of euthanasia should be a very peaceful one. Typically, it is done at your veterinary hospital; many facilities have a special room that is quiet, away from the sights and sounds of the busy hospital. Some will have a separate entrance, so the entire process is very private. Some pet owners come alone with their pets; others choose to bring other family members to say good-bye. You can choose to be in the room when the euthanasia occurs, or not – it is completely up to you. There are many veterinarians who will also provide euthanasia services at your home. Check with your veterinarian to

see if that is a service that they offer. Doing it at home can be a great comfort to some pets who are very fearful coming to the vet, or pets who are non-ambulatory, or in great pain.

When you are ready, the first thing that usually happens during a euthanasia is a sedative is given, to calm your pet and ease them to sleep. This can take up to 10-15 minutes in some cases, and if it’s not occurring at your home, many facilities will have bedding, couches, blankets, and other comforts of home so everyone can feel as comfortable as possible. Once your pet is adequately sedated, when you are ready, the euthanasia solution is given. This is a drug that causes your pet’s heart to stop. It is very fast acting, only taking seconds from when it’s administered.

Aftercare options range from cremation services to home burial, and is a very personal choice. Your veterinarian will make sure that you are given all of the options available to make the best decision for you and your family.

The decision to end your pets life is very difficult and emotional, but it is often the most selfless thing that you can do, and it should be seen as a last act of love we can give to a companion who has provided us with years of unconditional love and affection.

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