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EDITORIAL Chick-fil-A president’s right to voice same-sex marriage stance is just as sacrosanct as equal rights. p. 4

MUSIC Aaron Neville’s stardom seems heavensent – but it wasn’t always a breeze for this New Orleans native. p. 23

NEWS The history of developer-friendly St. Johns County Commission may be repeating itself. p. 7

Poison frontman Bret Michaels “talks” about his hard-rockin’ career, from glam metal to reality TV. p. 24

BUZZ College books for high school students, choosing a superintendent, a new A&E editor and more. p. 8

ARTS Doug Waterfield explores the peculiarities of the Atomic Age. p. 30

BOUQUETS & BRICKBATS Jacksonville City Council refuses to raise taxes. p. 9 SPORTSTALK FSU tries to save its football players – and itself – from the vagaries of social media. p. 12 ON THE COVER Longineu Parsons spreads the gospel through clubs and classrooms. p. 13 OUR PICKS Uncommon Music … for a Common Cause, Math the Band, All Duval 24-Hour Film Fest and more. p. 19 MOVIES “Step Up Revolution”: So you think you can watch another dance movie? p. 20

BACKPAGE You, too, could need indigent legal defense to keep you out of for-profit prisons. p. 46 MAIL p. 5 I ♥ TELEVISION p. 11 LIVE MUSIC LISTING p. 25 ARTS LISTING p. 31 HAPPENINGS p. 33 THE EYE p. 35 DINING GUIDE p. 36 NEWS OF THE WEIRD p. 41 FREEWILL ASTROLOGY p. 42 I SAW U p. 43 CLASSIFIEDS p. 44 Cover illustration by Aaron Bromirski Photo by Katie Sy Savane JULY 31-AUGUST 6, 2012 | FOLIO WEEKLY | 3

Chick-fil-A president’s right to voice same-sex marriage stance is just as sacrosanct as equal rights

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ne of my favorite childhood activities was going to the movies every Saturday at Orange Park Mall. As a family on a budget, we’d hit the twilight matinee preceded by a meal at the neighboring Chick-fil-A inside the mall.

My dad knew I didn’t like pickles, so he’d swap the icky pickle-juice contaminated bun side from my sandwich for the pristine side of his.

That’s a great dad. And what a great sandwich.

As a child, I wondered why Chick-fil-A wasn’t open on Sundays. When I realized it was closed because of the religious beliefs of the company’s owners, I was bummed we wouldn’t have chicken biscuits for Sunday breakfast, but I didn’t think much more about it.

Recently, Dan Cathy, the president and chief operating officer of Chick-fil-A, made his beliefs completely clear. During an interview on “The Ken Coleman Show,” a weekly radio show on WDUN in Atlanta, Cathy talked about marriage.

“We’re inviting God’s judgment on our nation when we shake our fist at him and say we know better than you as to what constitutes a marriage,” Cathy said. “And I pray God’s mercy on our generation that has such a prideful, arrogant attitude that thinks we have the audacity to redefine what marriage is all about.”

For those paying attention, this wasn’t much of a surprise. Chick-fil-A has a history of donating to conservative groups with anti-gay stances, but these in-your-face comments put the popular fast-food chain at the center of an already-heated debate.

So, if you support equal rights for all, you can’t eat at Chick-fil-A, right? That’s certainly what my immediate reaction was. I care about too many people who are targeted by anti-gay laws for this not to be personal. Some friends have left Florida because of the oppressive atmosphere laws here have created. Even if I didn’t know a single gay person (which, if you’re under the impression that you don’t, please wake up), I’d still be offended because I believe all that stuff we learned in school about equal rights.

Even so, Cathy has the right to believe and say what he wants. That’s another right we were all taught, as well as part of what I learned about free speech as a journalist. As Evelyn Beatrice Hall wrote in her biography, describing Voltaire’s beliefs, “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.”

If Chick-fil-A has been discriminating against its employees or its customers, that’s an entirely different issue. But no one seems to be accusing the company of that. Maybe Chick-fil-A has a we-can’t-ask, you-shouldn’t-tell policy, but, if so, it’s hardly alone in the business world.

The company seems to have a good relationship with its employees. The turnover among Chick-fil-A operators is just 5 percent a year; among hourly workers, turnover is 60

percent, compared with 107 percent for the industry, according to a Forbes 2007 story.

It offers $1,000 college scholarships to its employees. However, the company is known for promoting Christian principals. “You don’t have to be a Christian to work at Chick-fil-A,” Cathy told Forbes, “but we ask you to base your business on biblical principles, because they work.”

It certainly knows the value of customer service. You can’t get out of that place without hearing “my pleasure” at least a half-dozen times. The employees are either well-trained partners in the company’s policies, or they’re brainwashed, chicken-fried zombies. I prefer to think it’s the former.

Reacting to the social media storm, Chickfil-A posted this on its Facebook page: “The Chick-fil-A culture and service tradition in our restaurants is to treat every person with honor, dignity and respect – regardless of their belief, race, creed, sexual orientation or gender.”

If that’s how Chick-fil-A runs, then it could support the proposed bill to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation before the Jacksonville City Council. Council President Bill Bishop wants the council to vote the bill up or down to get it out of the way before wrangling with the budget. It’s been languishing for months while city politicians and community leaders take sides or try to avoid being pinned down.

John Delaney, University of North Florida president and former Jacksonville mayor, wrote an impassioned, logical letter to The Florida Times-Union supporting the gay rights ordinance based on the teachings of Jesus.

Each side of this debate is becoming more entrenched while we wait for a final outcome.

When Cathy spoke on the radio, he said he knew his position on same-sex marriage might cause sparks. “We know that it might not be popular with everyone but, thank the Lord, we live in a country where we can share our values and operate on biblical principles,” Cathy said.

Yes, thank goodness.

If Chick-fil-A has supported anti-gay groups all this time, why didn’t I stop eating there earlier? My answer is complicated, as I’m sure it is for many folks. I’ve cut off other companies for the same reasons. But a boycott doesn’t always hurt just the intended target.

There are local owners and employees whose livelihoods will be harmed in the crossfire.

Will I eat at Chick-fil-A again? I don’t know.

I do love those nuggets. And there’s a store dangerously close to where I work.

The thing is, I love and support the equal rights of all people even more. And that means all rights, even the misguided free speech of a fast-food chain president.

Denise M. Reagan dreagan@folioweekly.com twitter.com/denisereagan

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How Much Money Do You Need?

There is an economic principle that supports higher tax rates for very wealthy individuals and it is called the principle of diminishing marginal utility. Here’s how it works: Drink three 12-ounce cans of soda within 10 minutes. Which can did you enjoy the most and which can did you enjoy the least? Answers: The first can gave the most amount of pleasure, and the third gave the least amount of pleasure. The first can gave me 10 utils of satisfaction, the second can gave me 8 utils of satisfaction and third can gave me 5 utils of satisfaction. The total utils of satisfaction is 23, but marginal utils, which are extra utils gained after consuming each can, start declining immediately after consuming the first can of soda. In other words, each can of soda that I consume is giving less additional satisfaction.

Let’s suppose you earned $120,000 last year.

Can you say that you have more satisfaction from the first $10,000 paycheck than the last $10,000 paycheck? It will vary depending on the tastes and lifestyle you are trying to afford.

The theory is operative for virtually everyone, but not using the same numbers. Mike might need to achieve a $360,000 annual income level before diminishing marginal utility takes effect and he wants to start trading “time-off ” for the last $60,000.

It is subjective, but it is also real. Economist Arthur Laffer’s “backward bending supply

A progressive tax rate takes into account a notion that the last $10,000 you earned is less important than the first $10,000. curve” actually comes from this principle.

A progressive tax rate takes into account a notion that the last $10,000 you earned is less important than the first $10,000.

Furthermore, taxes must be collected to

Correction Some wrong dates were listed for “Peter Pan,” the seventh annual High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience in the July 24 issue. You can still catch it at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3 and 4, at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 at Wilson Center for the Arts, FSCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $25 and discounts are available. 632-3373, 646-2222.

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Thank you so very much for the piece on Denny Fouts. I found it quite by accident. I started reading and one surprise after another left me satisfied for the first time ever, regarding the life of Denham Fouts [“The World’s Most Expensive Male Prostitute,” June 12].

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I really appreciate the effort you expended on this gem. You have done a good thing.

John Hastings Kansas City, Mo., via email

Richard Wall’s article about Denham Fouts was fascinating. But the forthcoming biography

by Arthur Vanderbilt may turn out to be a slapdash affair. In an excerpt published on the Powell’s Books website, the author refers to Watson’s rue du Bac apartment being located at No. 40, and a few paragraphs later as No. 44.

Referring to a July 1946 party there, he writes: “Denny put some long-playing records on the turntable.” Nonsense. LPs only came into being during the second half of 1948.

I’d like to add that Jean Connolly, first wife of famous English literary critic Cyril Connolly, was a constant companion of Fouts’ (see Jeremy Lewis’ biography of Cyril).

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St. Johns County Commission candidates Ken Bryan, Rachael Bennett and Cyndi Stevenson.

A Big Fight Developing

The history of a developer-friendly St. Johns County Commission may be repeating itself

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uring the golden days of the Great Housing Boom, St. Johns County was a sweet spot in Northeast Florida. It offered good schools, a life seemingly cosseted from crime and other urban problems, as well as a short commute to Jacksonville jobs. For housing developers, the county presented thousands of acres of undeveloped real estate in picturesque settings and a dependably development-friendly County Commission.

Indeed, commissioners approved 147 new development projects out of 149 presented to them in 2003. As Folio Weekly reported in our 2004 story, “Choking on It,” real estate developers and companies that work with them spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to keep that development-friendly County Commission in office. In 2004, the development community provided most of the $111,120 war chest for District 5 incumbent James Bryant. In 2006, District 2 candidate Karen Stern raised $197,815 and District 4 Commissioner Bruce Maguire raised $145,534 for their campaigns.

Eventually, it backfired. A voter revolt booted those pro-development commissioners from office despite their big war chests. Developerbashing candidate Tom Manuel beat Maguire with only $15,790 in contributions, and Ron Sanchez eked out a win over Stern with only $12,920. Then, the housing market collapsed.

In the 2012 St. Johns County Commission elections, however, there’s a resurgent interest brewing. Developers are again pouring money into the commission elections in a move seen as an effort to regain a pro-development majority. It’s not the $100,000 bank they funded in 2004, but public records show developers and their cohorts are lining up strings of $500 donations for select candidates.

It’s a critical time. County commissioners have more power to make land-use decisions than they’ve had in the past 43 years. Gov. Rick Scott and the Florida Legislature removed state oversight of growth management and planning when they dismantled the state Department of Community Affairs last year.

“There are small signs real estate is making a slight comeback,” said Clara Cowan, president of the Seaside Homeowners Association in Ponte Vedra, who has been a quality of life advocate for many years. “Without regulation and oversight, developers are going to have a

field day if they can get up and going.”

District incumbent Cyndi Stevenson agrees that growth management has become a local responsibility. “I think the state is lowering the bar. They are changing the law and putting more pressure on local government,” she said.

With people desperate for any sign of economic life, she said she fears the state will make rash decisions. “If our economy isn’t strong, the state will sell us off piece by piece,” she said. “I’m a native Floridian. I’ve seen that happen.”

This election cycle, developers aren’t just contributing dollars directly to candidates or through special interest organizations. They appear to have one of their own running for office. Rachael Bennett is listed as the senior vice president of Hutson Companies in filings last updated in January 2012 on the Florida Division of Corporations website. She is also listed as the vice president or as an officer in 22 other companies affiliated with Hutson. The company is one of the largest landowners and developers in St. Johns County. Hutson’s Elkton Green in southern St. Johns is a 10,000-acre swath of agriculture and timberland that would have been prime for master development in the housing boom. (Bennett is listed as Priscilla L. Bennett in corporate and property records, but she is known and running for office under her nickname, Rachael.)

Bennett says she resigned from Hutson when she decided to run for the County Commission seat, and she started a consulting firm in February. Elkton Green is one of the major clients of her new firm Cogito. Still, some voters like Cowan question whom Bennett will represent if elected and if she has indeed separated from Hutson.

Out of curiosity, a call to Hutson on July 24 produced a voicemail recording that said to press “12” to reach Rachael Bennett; a woman who answered said Bennett had just stepped into a meeting and she would give her a message to call. Bennett later said she was at the company on business for Elkton Green.

“It still says that? They haven’t changed the voicemail,” she said of the recording. “I haven’t worked there since January.”

There is no question that Bennett’s campaign to unseat District 5 incumbent Ken Bryan is funded by development dollars. He’s raised $18,780 in contributions, mostly with $100 donations from individuals and a handful

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of $500 donations from large companies and several developers. By contrast, almost all of the $57,195 that Bennett has collected is from development sources, including $6,000 donated to her campaign from Hutson-affiliated companies and $500 donated directly from Nancy Hutson.

This race will probably be decided by Republican voters in a closed Aug. 14 primary. By filing as a non-party-affiliated

Last Year’s Model “It is probable a new superintendent hired by the old board will have a different vision for the District and not have the leadership skills necessary to successfully execute the new board’s vision.”

— District 7 Duval County School Board candidate Coree Cuff nails the essential problem with the current Duval County School Board hiring a new superintendent – a majority of the School Board seats (four out of seven) are up for grabs on the November ballot.

It’s a Classic Historical Motorcycle Society Team 23 of Jacksonville is readying a vintage 1929 BMW R11 motorcycle for a © grand coast-to-coast race 2011 against 50 other motorcycles, all made before 1930. The 2012 Cannonball Endurance Run starts on Sept. 7 in Newburgh, N.Y., at the newly opened Motorcyclepedia Museum and ends 3,800 miles and two weeks later in San Francisco. Follow Team HMS’s progress on their blog (bit.ly/QkbNqJ).

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Sad DUIrony The vocation of Jacksonville psychiatrist Mohamed Saleh is to treat patients for substance and addiction.

But on July 18, he needed help. After a retired Jacksonville police officer observed a vehicle Saleh was driving swerve on I-95, the doctor was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or a chemical substance. For more on Saleh, see our 2011 story, “Searching for Dr. Detox” (bit.ly/NKtThh).

“It makes common sense. It isn’t to buy somebody.

It’s to get somebody elected who’s going to be a reasonable person,” he said. “They are going to decide whether or not you can use your land.” candidate, frequent Republican commission candidate Randy Brunson limited the primary to the Republican runoff. He’ll face the winner in November.

Bennett welcomed the business community support. She said she understands county land development code from government and business angles. She worked as a planner in the county’s zoning and development services division before taking a job as planner for the engineering firm England-Thims & Miller and then a position as senior vice president of land development for Hutson. She also said the development community supports her because she’s not automatically anti-growth. “That whole evil developer thing is really old-hat,” she said.

In addition to funding Bennett’s campaign, developer dollars also support District 1 incumbent Stevenson. She’s held office since 2004 and said she has voted for development projects. Stevenson said she tried to secure additional conservation lands, dedicated road rights-of-way, land for schools and dollars for road improvements before voting for projects.

“I have a track record of pragmatic decisions,” she said. “I’m not the Great Satan.”

Although other current commissioners like Ron Sanchez promised not to take

Anti-Slurpee Set “Not one person from the city was in favor of this.

Not one person from the city came willing to accept the idea.”

— Nelmar Terrace Neighborhood Association vice president Michael Shaffer describes a meeting between reps from 7-Eleven and residents and neighbors of Nelmar Terrace National Historic Register District. Though 7-Eleven reps said the building at May and San Marco streets could be designed to look period, Nelmar Terrace residents said it would add to the traffic through their neighborhood and that a 12-pump gas station would never fit into their entranceway guidelines.

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development dollars, Stevenson has accepted developer contributions in all three of her campaigns. In this election cycle, she’s received money from Hutson Companies affiliates, real estate attorney John Metcalf, Alterra Group in Jacksonville, Nocatee-related companies including the Sonoc Company LLC, The PARC Group and the Winn-Dixie Davis family, who originally owned more than 10,000 acres of what is now Nocatee. Of the $37,820 that

Bocce Ball Court, St. Augustine Beach, July 4

Stevenson has raised, $3,100 is from Hutsonaffiliated companies alone.

But for Stevenson, dollars don’t buy votes.

“I don’t consult my donor list when I make decisions,” she said.

Real estate and land-use attorney Metcalf has contributed $250 to Stevenson and $500 to Bennett so far this campaign season. He said that it’s logical that an industry regulated by the County Commission which had to secure approval for projects would donate to commission candidates.

“It makes common sense. It isn’t to buy somebody. It’s to get somebody elected who’s going to be a reasonable person,” he said. “They are going to decide whether or not you can use your land.”

Commmissioner Sanchez said he understands that land owners and developers depend on County Commission decisions for their livelihood, but he doesn’t want to go back to the good old days. “I can understand that it is their business and their right politically to try to take control of things,” he said. “I don’t want to go back to where the County Commission is controlled by developers.”

Susan Cooper Eastman sceastman@folioweekly.com

Free College Education $150,000 — That’s the amount of money the Duval County School Board voted to spend on college textbooks for high school students in a July 23 vote.

While the cost of a college education is putting students into massive student loan debt, it’s notable that some highly motivated Duval students will have completed their AA degrees and the first two years of college by the time they graduate from high school. The students in the county’s Early College Program don’t pay for books or tuition while they finish course work through Florida State College at Jacksonville.

A Drunk Tank that Cures Jacksonville has run a successful in-jail alcohol and drug treatment center at Matrix House (part of the Community Transition Center) for the past 20 years. It has not only repaired lives, it has served as a model to other drug and alcohol rehab programs in prisons around the country.

Jacksonville Sheriff John Rutherford proposes cutting a program that’s working. A petition on change.org urges Mayor Alvin Brown to save Matrix House from budget cuts (chn.ge/QJaa54).

The Ugly Cops Graffiti, broken sidewalks, dead trees, faded street signs and snipe signs.

— Those are five of the types of visual blight documented on July 21 by a group of 80 volunteers from City Beautiful Jax and Riverside Avondale Preservation, in a comprehensive canvass of the Riverside/Avondale neighborhood. The results of the survey will be forwarded to such entities as Comcast, Florida Department of Transportation, AT&T and the city of Jacksonville, in a request for the problems to be fixed.

Brickbats to the 15 of 19 Jacksonville City Councilmembers who refused to seriously consider increasing property taxes this year. To balance the budget without raising taxes, Jacksonville will most likely have to cut more than 500 jobs, shut down libraries two days a week and reduce maintenance of city parks. If the council adopted the rollback millage rate to bring in the same amount of property taxes taken in this fiscal year, it would add $23 million to the city coffers.

Bouquets to director John Kalinowski and the other members of Mad Cowford Improv group for using laughter to make money for organ transplant programs, animal welfare and other nonprofits since its inception six years ago, in 2006.

Bouquets to Cynthia Mosling, co-founder of Bird Emergency Aid & Kare Sanctuary (BEAKS) for the dedication she’s given to nursing an American bald eagle back to health. When the bird was found in December near Blount Island, it was infested with maggots and near death from a bullet hole in its wings.

Shooting a bald eagle is a federal offense, punishable by up to a year in prison and a fine of $100,000, but no suspects have been charged. Under Mosling’s care, the bald eagle she named “Bulletproof” not only survived, but may recover so well that it can be released back into the wild.

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Always Watching “The camera was not obviously recognizable, no signs warned of the surveillance, and plaintiffs were not told that they were being recorded or monitored.”

— From an order by U.S. District Judge Timothy Corrigan on July 17, ruling the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office violated the Federal Wiretap Act when it secretly recorded a conversation between an attorney and her client in a police interview room in 2009. After detectives questioned Joel Keith Studivant with his attorney Anne Marie Gennusa present, they left the room and continued to monitor and record the attorney-client conversation. Corrigan also ruled SJCSO violated Studivant’s Fourth Amendment right to protection against unreasonable search and seizure.

When Studivant decided not to give police a statement he’d written, a SJCSO detective snatched the statement from Gennusa and clipped it to Studivant’s arrest report, detailing his alleged violation of a domestic violence injunction.

Caution Sign for St. Johns “I’m struggling with this fitting into our core mission.”

— Joe Collins, chairman of South Florida Water Management District, during a meeting on whether the district should sell advertising on digital billboards on water management land. The Florida Legislature cut the budgets of the state’s five water management districts’ budgets by 30 percent last year, but it permitted the districts to install signs on their land for public service messages funded by advertising. The SFWMD estimates it could raise $5 million a year on digital billboards.

Our New A&E Man David Johnson is joining Folio Weekly as our new

© 2012 Arts & FolioWeekly Entertainment editor. Johnson comes from The Florida Times-Union, where he performed in a number of roles, from covering tennis and high school sports to copy editing stories and designing pages throughout the entire publication. He’s written sports opinion pieces, covered cops on the overnight shift, done web production for Jacksonville.com and more. Johnson, born and raised in Jacksonville, graduated from Stanton College Preparatory School, and majored in communications with a focus on journalism at the University of North Florida. He was editor of The Spinnaker, UNF’s student newspaper.

“My connections to the city and the surrounding community run deep,” Johnson said. “I care greatly for the quality of journalism that Jacksonville’s citizens receive.” Johnson will start at Folio Weekly on Aug. 7.

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

I’ll be sleeping under the stars tonight, I’ll be resting my head beneath these old, broken streetlights, Closing my eyes Hoping that I’ll make it through another hard and lonely Night — “Sleeping Under the Stars,” one of the songs in “Just Another Sign,” (bit.ly/OoTage) a musical about homelessness written by Jacksonville advertisement executive Mike White and former Folio Weekly A&E editor and musician John E. Citrone. The musical will be performed in September to raise money for homeless programs.

Not Marriage Material

Words Hurt “As a black lesbian from Florida, I personally felt the sting of Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll’s words.”

— Nadine Smith, executive director of the civil rights group Equality Florida, on comments Carroll made recently disparaging black women and lesbians.

Carroll received a national whipping when she responded to an allegation by a former staffer who claimed she’d walked in on Carroll and another female staffer having sex. “Black women who look like me don’t engage in relationships like that,” Carroll said. She responded late last week to Smith’s online petition drive for an apology after it drew hundreds of signatures, calling her stereotype of black lesbians “wrong and inexcusable.”

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“I want to emigrate to USA, but for this purpose I need marriage with USA girl … “ — A press release sent last week by Iranian Alireza Oveissi, 32, asking for the media’s help in finding a wife. While arranged marriages may be acceptable in Oveissi’s native Iran, his marriage plan is a big no-no here and both bride and groom could end up in jail. It’s a federal offense in the U.S. to enter into a phony marriage just to seek resident status or a work permit, punishable by up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

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haven’t researched this at all, but to my knowledge there are “four horsemen of the apocalypse,” whom the Bible claims are scheduled to appear just before the end of the world. They include: HORSEMAN No. 1: Bloomin’ Onions at Outback Steakhouse. (OH! I forgot to mention, these “horsemen” aren’t necessarily “men on horses” — they can be metaphors, too. In this case, a bloomin’ onion.) A bloomin’ onion is a large onion cut to resemble a flower and then battered and deep-fried. Obviously, this is an unnatural evil abomination that deserves to reside on the Outback Steakhouse menu, and has done so since 1988. (OH! Forgot to mention these “horsemen” don’t have to arrive at once.)

HORSEMAN No. 2: Siri. Have you seen that new commercial for the iPhone’s “Siri” function starring director Martin Scorsese?

IT’S NONSENSE! Scorsese sits in a cab barking out commands to Siri on his iPhone, and everything he tells her to do? SHE DOES! But

of Mountain Dew and Red Bull (called “Go-Go Juice”) to psych herself up for competition — and her hillbilly family as they flop into mudholes, jiggle their bellies and search for “roadkill” as the main course for their evening cookout. This will either be the most terrifying, soul-scarring show you’ve ever seen, or the greatest thing ever. Either way, it’ll also be the last show you will ever see – so sayeth the FOUR HORSEMEN OF THE APOCALYPSE! “I have found six apothecaries in your immediate area.” SHUT UP, SIRI!!

This will either be the most terrifying, soul-scarring show you’ve ever seen, or the greatest thing ever.

Either way, it’ll also be the last show you will ever see – so sayeth the FOUR HORSEMEN OF THE APOCALYPSE!

8:00 NBC SUMMER OLYMPICS Tonight: Swimming, diving, gymnastics, beach volleyball, cuddling on the couch. (That last one is a “home” event.)

10:00 TLC MY TEEN IS PREGNANT AND SO AM I I have nothing better to watch, and neither do you.

when I ask Siri anything, all I get is gobbledygook or back-sass! The other day, I asked Siri for info on “downtown traffic.” She responded, “I have seven suggestions for downtown restaurants.” I shot back, “I didn’t ask for restaurants … I want a traffic report!” “I found a number of restaurants,” Siri responded. “24 are fairly close to you.” “I WANT TRAFFIC!!” I yelled. “I found 17 restaurants nearby that serve linguine,” Siri said. “YOU ARE USELESS!!” I screamed. “This is about you,” she replied, “not me.” SEE? BACK SASS! HORSEMAN No. 3: Some sources say this one symbolizes famine. The rider is often pictured with scales, for weighing grain. With the nationwide drought these days, grain’s going up, beef ’s going up ... this corn-reaper guy needs to BACK OFF!! He should be carrying sheaves (that’s right, I said sheaves) of fodder shocks (that’s right, I said fodder shocks) to symbolize abundant harvest. (Oh, like you always make sense.)

HORSEMAN No. 4: Honey Boo-Boo. Alana, one of the most horrifying child stars of TLC’s “Toddlers and Tiaras,” better known as “Honey Boo-Boo,” IS GETTING HER OWN SERIES DEBUTING THIS WEEK. It’s called “Here Comes Honey Boo-Boo” (TLC, Wed., Aug. 8, 10 p.m.), and it follows the 6-year-old pageant contestant — best known for drinking a combo

TUESDAY, JULY 31 10:30 SPIKE RAT BASTARDS Cajun hunters go after giant rats (actually, nutria) in this new reality show. Hint: Bring cheese!

10:30 COM WORKAHOLICS Season finale! How Adam, Blake and Ders met for the very first time.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 8:00 NBC SUMMER OLYMPICS The Olympics continue! More swimming! More gymnastics! More beach volleyball!

More canoodling!

10:30 FX LOUIE Louie’s day is ruined by a child. Welcome to how the rest of the world feels, Louie!

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 10:00 IFC COMEDY BANG! BANG! Adam “Parks and Recreation” Scott drops by to show off his wicked hot abs.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 8:00 FOX UFC ON FOX If you’re sick of the wimpy Olympics, here’s mostly naked guys beating the crap out of each other in a cage.

9:00 BBCA THE SCIENCE OF DOCTOR WHO The “science”? What’s to know? You get in a telephone booth and fly to the past or future. Bing, bam, boom.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 10:00 AMC BREAKING BAD While Walt celebrates his birthday, Skyler considers sticking a knife in his skull. Happy birthday, Walt!

11:30 TOON BLACK DYNAMITE Check out this very funny and sharp animated parody of ’70s blaxploitation flicks!

MONDAY, AUGUST 6 8:00 ABC BACHELOR PAD The bachelors and bachelorettes try to complete a sexual-health-themed obstacle course. They fail.

8:00 NBC SUMMER OLYMPICS Tonight’s featured event: Track and field. And cuddling on the couch at home!

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Tweeting in Tally FSU tries to save its football players – and itself – from the vagaries of social media “Twitter is a privilege. When you represent an organization, you have to represent it very well or we don’t represent it.”

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f you are of a certain age, you may remember the “Leave It to Beaver” episode in which the star-struck Beav Cleaver made a longdistance call to Los Angeles Dodgers hurler Don Drysdale. Somewhat improbably, he got Drysdale on the phone, and the two had a conversation about such topics as the Cuban missile crisis and the Domino Theory (or so I recall — it has been a minute since I saw this show). Beaver’s folks came down on him when they found out about the call, but they understood why he felt like it was a good idea — he had to know what his icon was really like.

Perhaps Beaver wouldn’t have made that call if “Leave It to Beaver” were running today.

Perhaps, like local-boy-gone-bad Christopher Chaney, he’d hack his obsession’s email account.

More likely, he’d end up following the guy on Twitter — where often you can learn way more than you need to know.

As anyone who follows athletes understands, many of them never have had to learn discretion. Being a perfect physical specimen means never having to say you’re sorry or having to watch what you say. You can just put it out there, whenever you want, like Ric Flair doing the helicopter in a dressing room. No one will mind. Some would even say it’s encouraged.

So when athletes post they can’t sleep at 4 a.m., as various Jaguars have over recent months and years, there are cynical folks who may wonder what causes such insomnia. When other athletes post about hot-button topics, some people take umbrage. Steelers tailback Rashard Mendenhall stepped into the fray after Osama bin Laden’s death when he tweeted, “What kind of person celebrates death? It’s amazing how people can HATE a man they have never even heard speak.”

What kind of people become big-time athletes? In nine cases out of 10, they’re people who have to succeed; their experience with adversity taught them failure brings nonnegotiable consequences. So, as all writing coaches teach, they “write what they see.”

It may be what they see shouldn’t be written. That seems to be the argument of FSU’s Jimbo Fisher, who recently responded to a series of inflammatory and ill-considered posts

by FSU athletes by banning his players from the Twittersphere. This wasn’t the first time ’Nole footballers had been banned from Twitter — but this may well be the last.

As a 21st-century American citizen, I heartily endorse this move, because I believe banning people from things is awesome. I take great satisfaction from seeing the rights of others arbitrarily abridged. Despite my predilection for prohibition, I wonder: Is Fisher’s ban really the “right” thing to do?

Being a perfect physical specimen means never having to say you’re sorry or having to watch what you say ... No one will mind. Some would even say it’s encouraged.

Several FSU players tweeted offending messages, including several tweets aimed at the Tallahassee police department. The twittiest tweet of all came from defensive back Tyler Hunter, after a run-in with police about wearing his seat belt improperly. “We need to do like Cali _____ and kill cops,” Hunter quoted from a Lil Boosie lyric. I am not sure what a Lil Boosie is, but I probably would liberally apply hand sanitizer after handling it.

Anyway, yeah, cop-killing is bad and the even inadvertent advocacy thereof runs counter to the stated mission of a land grant university in Florida, one whose mascot is named after a tribe largely decimated by the U.S. government.

Never mind that hypocrisy, though. Fisher’s decision to shut down Tyler the tweeter will solve half the problem. The DF won’t be able to put this kind of mindless, pop-cultureinflected, nihilist crap out there. But he still may be inclined to post this stuff.

And how many on any given roster agree with him? Probably more than the people getting burned to a crisp in the stands on those sun-drenched Saturdays would ever want to admit. With that in mind, the Twitter contretemps looks to be a stand-in for a larger culture clash between players and institutional architecture.

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A Night with Satchmo: A Tribute to Louis Armstrong Featuring The Longineu Parsons Quartet Aug. 4, 8 p.m.-midnight Jazzland Café, 1324 University Blvd. N., Arlington, 240-1009 Admission is $10 jazzlandcafe.com

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ime zones aside, trumpeter Longineu Parsons is used to being ahead. It’s 1:15 on a Thursday morning when Parsons jumps on the line, six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. For most working people, that is dangerously late, but there is very little about Parsons that conforms to the norm. For a jazz musician, the night is often only warming up by this point. Fortunately, a hole in his schedule left two hours for chit-chat.

Parsons is in Paris, performing and teaching in a city he first visited back in 1978. “It was October — got here to do the show ‘Bubbling Brown Sugar,’ ” Parsons said. “Half of the musicians were French, half were Americans.

The American musicians didn’t speak French; the French musicians knew only a few words of English. So we got together the first day in rehearsal. We couldn’t speak to each other, but we had a great time. We got along right off the bat because the music was so strong that [the musicians] could make it together, without even having spoken language. That was a tremendous lesson.”

That initial epiphany was the beginning of a love affair with the city that is now well into its fourth decade. Paris allows Parsons to be an underground musician, literally. In fact, he tends to view himself as a sort of caveman.

“Paris has this big underground system of caves that go back to medieval times; some are still attached to the old system that was used for the French Resistance,” Parsons said.

“For someone unfamiliar, it might seem really exotic, but for me, it just feels very at home to be in those caves, because there are a lot of clubs in those caves.”

He attributes the legendary depth of the city’s music to the assimilationist nature of French culture: “The music is about bringing all of these influences together, and that’s what I’m all about. In the States, we all live in our little categories, and to me that’s really boring. I don’t want to be in a box, and I don’t really want to look at a box or listen to a box. I’m looking at experiencing things that are just different from the norm.”

The relationship between Paris and black musicians dates back to James Reese Europe, an American composer who led his military band across French battlefields in 1918, near the end of World War I. From there, the line extended through guys like Louis Armstrong, Benny Carter and Sidney Bechet in the ’20s and ’30s; their hot music and cool personas drew a rapturous response from fans and critics alike, affording jazz the respect and credibility it was denied by mainstream America until Benny Goodman took it to the general (read: white) public in 1936. By the time bebop pioneers like Bud Powell and Kenny Clarke jumped the pond, it had become the era made famous by the Paul Newman/ Sidney Poitier film “Paris Blues.”

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symphony orchestras, Parsons’ preferred grouping is the trio, with just bass and drums, where the bulk of responsibility for developing melody and harmony falls on him.

He finds the extra pressure liberating. “Playing free is not a matter of trying to escape the conventions; it’s more like, ‘I’ve already done all of that stuff so much, I’ve already passed them. I don’t need them.’ ” Some of the first sounds he ever heard were probably his parents’ jazz records. “I can’t remember any time when I didn’t love music very much,” said Parsons, born Longineu Warren Parsons Jr. in Jacksonville on Feb. 2, 1952. “When I was in second or third grade, they bought me a toy organ, and I was starting to pick out their jazz tunes on it, so my parents said, ‘Looks like the boy needs to take piano lessons.’ ” “I’ve been listening to music for as long as I can remember,” he said. The first record he concretely remembers buying was Miles Davis’ classic “Bitches Brew” in 1970, having settled on the trumpet as his instrument of choice. The album marked a major — some would say abrupt and cynical — evolution in Davis’ sound that changed the history of the business. The critics’ mixed reaction to that album and their retroactive flip-flop in later years struck Parsons as an early and powerful demonstration of the dynamic between musicians and critics.

Parsons was among the students who helped integrate Ribault High School in 1966, a tumultuous era defined by racial tensions.

2011 “The ’60s and ’70s were very different,” he remembered. “In the ’60s, Jacksonville was one of the most horrible places you could imagine — probably not even imagine. I remember when it was still illegal to go into restaurants and stuff — movie theaters, Jacksonville Beach and on and on and on. Young people now would say, ‘Ah, man, I’d never would’ve accepted that!’ Well, you could not accept it, and get strung up, ’cause the cops were in on it. It was pretty miserable. But the upside was, going to school in segregated schools, my teachers could tell me the truth.”

By the time he graduated in 1969, he had already settled on music as his life’s work. “It was a good recreational activity,” he said. “It was always something I was good at, from the time I started doing it. I just didn’t think of it as something to make a life out of, but after a certain point, I realized that I couldn’t live any

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other way. Once I decided that was it, I knew I had to go all the way.”

Parsons started playing cornet in the school band when he was 11, later transitioning to trumpet. Physically, these are some of the hardest instruments to play. “You have to make the note with your lips,” Parsons said. “The horn is the amplifier, that’s all it is, so you really have to play your own body. It’s about playing

“Playing free is not a matter of trying to escape the conventions; it’s more like, ‘I’ve already done all of that stuff so much, I’ve already passed them. I don’t need them.’ ” your airstream, the muscles which push the air, and also the facial muscles.”

He has since become proficient on most brass instruments, as well as on flute and recorder. The man knows his circular breathing (breathing in through the nose while simultaneously pushing air out through the mouth, using air stored in the cheeks), and can often be seen playing multiple instruments simultaneously, a method pioneered by reedman Roland Kirk. He’s put a lot of effort into restlessly refining his technique, resulting in a muscularity of tone across the instrument’s full range.

The trumpet and the cornet look and sound virtually alike to the casual fan, but they’re quite different from a performance perspective.

“The difference is in the shape of the tubing.

If you stretched both of them out, they would be the same length. But in the trumpet, the tubing is very straight until the last one-third of the instrument; for the cornet, it starts to flare a little earlier — maybe after the first third, it already starts to flare. We would call that a ‘conical bore,’ whereas the trumpet, we say, is cylindrical. It makes for a slight difference in sound.” Even after 45 years, Parsons’ use of circular breathing helps him play two recorders simultaneously in Paris this summer.

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Parsons’ pedigree was promise of benefit sUpport Ask for Action honed over four decades of sideman work, years in which jazz music was hardly the biggest game in town — not this town, nor most others. He performed and recorded with traditionalists like Cab Calloway, Frank Foster and Joe Williams; crossover acts like Nancy Wilson and Herbie Mann; and Parsons’ trip to Poland this summer allowed him to meet up with Eryk Kuhn, that post-bop titans like Mal country’s best-known drummer.

Waldron, Nat Adderley and Philly Joe Jones. He found special favor among the modernist set, men like Archie Shepp, Cecil expanded into academia, like so many great Taylor, David Murray and Henry Threadgill; he jazz musicians have over the past 30 years. also worked with the late Sam Rivers, who lived Hailing from a city with one of the best in Orlando for many years. jazz-education programs in America (at “Jazz music started making a turn in about University of North Florida), it’s a natural fit.

1981 into neo-classicism,” he notes, in a thinly Parsons holds a bachelor’s degree in music veiled reference to the emergence of Wynton from Florida A&M, and a master’s from Marsalis from Art Blakey’s band into the University of Florida; he did post-grad study flagship of Columbia Records, and the public at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. face of jazz over the last 30 years. His efforts led At FAMU, he’s working to develop a program to the creation of Jazz at Lincoln Center, which to supplement music students’ training in was the biggest investment ever made in jazz practical professional matters. “You can go music on an institutional level. It has been a all the way through to a doctoral degree and boon to jazz education, telling stories that need not be taught the first thing about being a to be told, but it’s led to what some critics and musician. We’re trying to do things a bit musicians allege to be a narrow definition of differently and train those who are interested jazz that denies the legitimacy of much of the in how to actually do business — teach them post-bop era. marketing, public relations, film-scoring and all “At least now, we do have jazz in schools, those things that go with.” but the jazz music for quite some time has been As the son of two teachers, he saw the — well, I’ve already heard it,” Parsons said. sacrifices they made on behalf of their students “The new stuff that’s coming out, I’ve already and vowed never to get into that line of work

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“I used to see how hard they worked and how tired they were at the end of the day, and I said, ‘No way, that’s not for me!’

But I was wrong.” heard it from the masters who lived it. … That time doesn’t exist anymore.”

Of all Parsons’ experiences in the business, probably the most formative were his stints spent touring with the legendary Sun Ra, who was (along with Anthony Braxton) arguably the primary “victim” of neo-classicism in jazz, which shunted artists like him to the genre’s periphery.

It was the ’80s, a decade before the popularity surge Sun Ra saw toward the end of his life, and the artist was widely dismissed outside the jazz world as a lunatic in weird clothes making noise — an industry veteran whose work was hardly considered jazz at all.

Parsons got to see, firsthand, a genius who remained mostly obscure until the era of CDs and streaming video allowed consumers to bypass the boundaries erected by corporate media. (John Gilmore, who held the lead tenor sax spot in Sun Ra’s band for almost 40 years, is held in reverence.)

While maintaining a jam-packed schedule of recording and performance, Parsons has

himself. “I used to see how hard they worked and how tired they were at the end of the day, and I said, ‘No way, that’s not for me!’ But I was wrong.” He said it’s one of the few vows he’s ever broken. He’s been teaching at FAMU for the past 14 years. His résumé also includes stints at Edward Waters College and Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, as well as schools in Colombia, France and the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, where he taught music, in French, for two years.

Having traveled the world for half his life, Parsons approaches spoken languages with the same aggressive interest he takes in the “universal language of music.” Parsons grew up speaking English, French and Creole; “I’m fluent,” he said. “I function. I have friends who don’t speak English.” His children (Longineu III, 32, Sebastien, 27, and Jennifer, 24) speak those languages as well. He can converse a bit in Spanish and Italian, and he’s trying to learn the native language of his wife, Joanna Sobkowska, a pianist and teacher born in Warsaw, Poland. He looks forward to visiting

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Lulu’s at The Thompson House

Lulu’s owners, Brian and Melanie Grimley, offer an innovative lunch menu, including po’boys, salads and seafood “little plates” served in the gardens of the historic Thompson House. Dinner features fresh local seafood (Fernandina shrimp is the focus every Thursday), and nightly specials. An extensive wine list and beer are available. Open for lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch on Sun. Reservations are recommended.

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PLAE Restaurant & Lounge

Located in the Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation, PLAE serves bistro style cuisine. The full bar lounge at PLAE has become an instant classic, with artistic décor and live entertainment nightly.

Now you can PLAE during the day, too! Open for lunch Tue.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30p.m. Open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner daily; reservations accepted.

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Moon River Pizza

Moon River Pizza treats customers like family.

Cooked in a brick oven, the pizza is custom-made by the slice (or, of course, by the pie). Set up like an Atlanta-style pizza joint, Moon River also offers an eclectic selection of wine and beers. Open for lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Dine in or take it with you.

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The Surf

Enjoy a casual beach atmosphere in the full-service restaurant, bar and huge oceanview deck. Extensive menu features delicious steaks, fresh seafood and nightly specials. Also featuring salads, wraps, burgers, seafood baskets and our famous all-you-can-eat wing specials (Wed. & Sun.). Take-out available. Open at 11 a.m. daily for lunch, dinner and late-night menu. Entertainment nightly and 29 TVs throughout.

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Halftime Sports Bar and Grill

The place to be on the island for sports TV — NCAA, MLB, NFL and all your favorites. Starters feature pulled pork cheese fries and soon-to-be-famous wings.

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Cafe Karibo

Homemade sandwiches, salads and soups are served in a relaxed atmosphere in this charming building in the historic district. Delicious fresh fish specials and theme nights (Pad Thai and curry), plus vegetarian dishes, are also featured. Karibrew Brew Pub & Grub — the only one on the island — offers on-site beers and great burgers and sandwiches.

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29 South Eats

This chic, neighborhood bistro has it all — great ambience, fantastic food, an extensive wine list and reasonable prices. The eclectic menu offers traditional world cuisine with a modern whimsical twist and Chef Scotty Schwartz won Best Chef in Folio Weekly’s 2007 Best of Jax readers poll. Open for lunch Tues.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for dinner 5:30-9:30 p.m. Mon.Thur., till 10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Brunch is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. 29southrestaurant.com 29 S. Third Street 904-277-7919

Brett’s Waterway Café

Overlooking Fernandina Harbor Marina, Brett’s offers an upscale atmosphere with outstanding food. The extensive luncheon and dinner menus feature daily specials, fresh Florida seafood, chicken and aged beef. Cocktails, beer and wine. Casual resort wear. Open at 11:30 a.m. daily.

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T-Ray’s Burger Station

T-Ray’s offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items.

In addition to an outstanding breakfast menu, you’ll find some of the best burgers you’ve ever put in your mouth. The Burger Station offers a grilled portabello mushroom burger, grilled or fried chicken salad and much more. The spot where locals grab a bite and go!

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Jack & Diane’s

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Sliders Seaside Grill

Oceanfront dining at its finest. Award-winning crab cakes, fresh daily seafood specials and homemade desserts. Sliders has Amelia Island’s only waterfront Tiki Bar, as well as a children’s playground and live music every weekend. The dining experience is complete with brand-new second-story banquet facilities, bar and verandah. Open at 11 a.m. daily, with happy hour from 4-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Make Sliders Seaside Grill your place to be for friends and family, entertainment and the best food on the East Coast. Call for your next special event.

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his in-laws again in a few months, but lamented, “Polish is kicking my ass!”

Increasingly, Parsons is becoming known as the father of Longineu Parsons III, the drummer for Yellowcard, currently on the Vans Warped Tour. His father said LP, as the fans call him, “may be the most culturally inclusive drummer of his generation — maybe the best.” Born in France, LP spent much of his childhood on the road collecting formative experiences (including meeting legendary drummer Max Roach, at the tender age of 5) one can hear in his playing.

LP’s 10-minute drum solo on the recent album “Tribal Disorder” album is the purest distillation of his style available. The only thing that gives away its modernity is the crisp digital recording.

Parsons has visited 30 countries so far, with no plans to stop. He just renewed his passport, so it’s no longer a mess. “I had one that they

Parsons said his son, LP, as the fans call him, “may be the most culturally inclusive drummer of his generation – maybe the best.” just stopped stamping,” he said. He often travels with family, which helps keep him grounded within an industry that can be bad for one’s health and utterly disastrous for one’s personal life. “The major challenge has to be keeping that balance,” he said. “I find the best way to keep perspective is to not be in that scene at all.” He said he stays busy working and enjoying the charmed life he leads.

Recent months have seen his full extension into the digital realm, using the Internet to project his musical vision to audiences

worldwide. His company Tribal Records distributes material by Parsons and his son, as well as that of a small roster of jazz artists including John Betsch, George Caldwell, Sulaiman Hakim, Richard Raux, Ted Shumate, Indian trio Stringing Echoes and singer Tina Fabrique. TribalDisorder.com is named after the band the Parsons men lead together, which seeks to fuse disparate insights gleaned from a lifetime of musical globe-trotting. Much of the material is good, and some of it is truly excellent. His mastery of Skype aside, Parsons is no computer geek. “My forte is producing the product, but I’m looking at using all the tools at my disposal. It’s all fair game.”

No matter where he goes, however, Parsons remains a Floridian at heart. A member of the Jacksonville Jazz Festival’s Hall of Fame (along with longtime colleagues Von Barlow and the late Teddy Washington), Parsons was a principal soloist for the River City Jazz Band for a decade. He sings the praises of the local jazz education programs, particularly Bunky Green’s at UNF. “Chicago guy, nice guy,” he said. “Really plays his ass off, and he’s done a lot for shaping young people. The guys who studied under him really got to learn something.”

Parsons returns to Northeast Florida for a gig at Jazzland Café on Aug. 4. It’s billed as a tribute to Louis Armstrong, whom Parsons hails as “the most important figure in the history of American music.” Pops’ primeval impact on the industry began in the earliest days of recorded music and has been felt continuously ever since. Having helped acquaint the city he loves to the music he loves to play, Parsons sees such tribute as paying the literal debt that all working musicians owe to the masters who made their careers possible.

After that, who knows? Poland beckons, and then Parsons would most love to return to Thailand, to a monastery where he can enjoy the most pleasant, yet most elusive sound of all: silence. “I’m exploring that part of myself,” he said. “It was a reflection, now it’s a serious exploration.”

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THEATER LEND ME A TENOR

There’s nothing like a musical farce to lift the spirits. Ken Ludwig’s “Lend Me a Tenor,” the story of a famed Italian tenor whose fainting pushes his assistant into the spotlight and spawns some associated shenanigans, should do the trick. 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18; 2 p.m. Aug. 5, 12 and 19 at Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. Tickets are $25; $22 for seniors; $20 for military members and students. 825-1164. limelight-theatre.org

KIDS SUMMER ARTS CAMPS & WORKSHOPS

Ask any kid when school starts and you probably won’t get a firm answer. That’s because there’s still enough time to enjoy arts camps like those at The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. The nonprofit hosts camps for kids ages 4–16 that include activities such as creating French pastry, painting or sculpture and filming movies with pocket-sized Flip cameras. Through Aug. 17 at The Cultural Center, 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach. Costs range from $125–$350. 280-0614. ccpvb.org

SYNTH MATH THE BAND

Math the Band should probably have a warning on all its albums (not a typo — they press vinyl) and CDs: Could produce multiple flashbacks including to the finger-cramping Game Boy marathons of youth.

Analog synthesizers and 8-bit video game systems abound when The Providence, R.I., band (Justine Mainville and Kevin Steinhauser) plays its brand of electronic punk. 8 p.m. on Aug. 3 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Downtown. burrobarjax.com

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Northeast Florida’s own Dalton Cyr has been cruising the music circuit since the ripe old age of 9. Now managed by a Disney Channel executive, Dalton is celebrating his debut CD release, “I’ll be There,” and a forthcoming tour. Locals may recall Dalton’s original song, “Whisper,” dedicated to military men and women returning from combat. Free party and performance at 7 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Lillie’s Coffee Bar, The Courtyard, 200 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach.

249-2922. daltoncyr.com

LOCAL FILM ALL DUVAL 24-HOUR FILM FEST

Moviegoers need a pillow and blanket to get the most out of the All Duval 24-Hour Film Fest. What other way can you see 22 movies in 24 hours? The marathon features discussions with local filmmakers, plenty of coffee and offerings from food vendors. From 7 p.m. on Aug. 4 through 7 a.m. on Aug. 5 at The Performers Academy, 3674 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 322-7672. allduval.com

UNCOMMON MUSIC … FOR A COMMON CAUSE

In its sixth year, this homegrown fundraiser continues to bring local musicians together to support nonprofits. Girls Rock Jacksonville, which uses music and the arts to empower young women, is this year’s beneficiary. The show features singer/songwriter/musician Raquel Cabrera (shown here with Seven Springs), folk/Americana artist Whetherman and indie-rock quartet Crash the Satellites. 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are by donation. Also, Girls Rock Camp Showcase (a gathering following the group’s camp at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts) at 3 p.m. on Aug. 4. Tickets are $13.50 and $18.50. floridatheatre.com JULY 31-AUGUST 6, 2012 | FOLIO WEEKLY | 19

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Sean (Ryan Guzman) and Emily (Kathryn McCormick) try to light a fire in Miami with their dance moves – only to be extinguished by an overstuffed plot that quickly fizzles out halfway through the movie.

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fter four cracks at it, the “Step Up” franchise remains incapable of a telling a story that doesn’t make you angry at its stupidity.

Apparently it’s too much to ask professional filmmakers to remember that true quality starts with a script, not a choreographer. But then, all the “Step Up” movie producers have ever cared about is fun dance sequences, so why would “Step Up Revolution” be any different?

Here’s a good reason why they should care: Even though the dance sequences are cool and inspired in “Revolution,” they’re no better or more impressive than what we’ve already seen.

If director Scott Speer can’t top what’s come before, and the 3D adds little, there’s no reason to pay good money to see this.

In beautiful Miami, a dance group that calls itself The Mob interrupts otherwise tranquil daily activities to shamelessly draw attention to itself. The Mob’s goal is to win $100,000 from YouTube for being the first channel to reach 10 million hits. The group is led by Sean (Ryan Guzman) and features computer hacker/co-founder Eddy (Misha Gabriel), DJ Penelope (Cleopatra Coleman), mute street artist Mercury (Michael Langebeck) and more rebellious artist types. You’re not supposed to ask how The Mob can afford its extravagant costumes, makeup, paint and lighting setups, so be sure to overlook that gaping logistical flaw.

Meanwhile, aspiring ballet dancer Emily (Kathryn McCormick) is in town with her rich business developer daddy (Peter Gallagher).

Wouldn’t you know it; Daddy is planning to tear down The Mob’s home neighborhood along the Miami River? Emily and Sean start to date, which is expected, and because they’re two pretty people who are fun to watch as they dance, we don’t mind.

In fact, we don’t mind much of the first two-thirds of the movie, largely because the dance sequences are amusing and the story, while predictable, is not yet insultingly bad.

It’s not until the third act that things really derail, starting with Eddy doing something out of impulsive jealousy, and ending with a ridiculously far-fetched and all-too-convenient finale. This is especially a shame, considering this could’ve been the first “Step Up” to actually be a decent movie on its own terms. Alas, it was not meant to be.

The dance sequences are entertaining, though. The opener along Ocean Drive is a high-octane trip, but I couldn’t help but think that in reality, locals would be pissed off about the traffic, not jamming along with the kids as we seen on screen. Other sequences, including those in an art museum and in an outdoor parking garage converted for a formal reception, are creative and nicely shot.

Even though the dance sequences are cool and inspired in “Revolution,” they’re no better or more impressive than what we’ve already seen.

A word on the acting: You expect it to be poor because the filmmakers cast people who are dancers first and actors second. And it is poor. We’re talking a half-step above soapopera poor, to the point that you can’t help but tune out the unemotional line readings and desperate attempts at looking sad/frustrated/ angry and just go with it. Granted, acting isn’t easy, but this isn’t Shakespeare, either. When the two leads, Guzman and McCormick, are so raw in terms of acting ability, everything else suffers.

“Step Up Revolution” is aimed at a hip younger crowd that loves to dance and be free.

For that audience, what they get may suffice.

For the rest of us, you’ll wonder why the sound is so loud.

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All bets are off for Evan (Ben Stiller) and Franklin (Jonah Hill), as they interrogate a helpless neighborhood skater (Johnny Pemberton) in the confines of a police station in “The Watch.”

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THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ***@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

The new movie relaunches the Spidey character on a new story arc that promises more twists and thrills with a new set of villains. Andrew Garfield is geeky and yet aggressive as Peter Parker, wearing his double identity with ease.

Emma Stone plays Gwen Stacy, his strong, self-sufficient gal pal. Rhys Ifans is the villainous Dr. Curt Connors, a former associate of Peter’s dad and an expert in the field of crossspecies genetic splicing. It’s a fun film; stick around for the credits to see a suggestion of where this new Spider-Man’s quest may take him.

THE AVENGERS ***G Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park Joss Whedon, the mastermind behind sci-fi/fantasy, wrote and directed the yarn about superheroes out to stop evil Loki from opening a portal to another dimension that would mean Earth’s certain destruction. An ensemble cast – Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlet Johansson, Mark Ruffalo and Tom Hiddleston – and deft direction raise the bar on the genre.

BRAVE ***@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Set in enchanted ancient Scotland, the animated offering from the magical minds at PIXAR/Disney features the vocal talents of Kelly Macdonald, Emma Thompson, Billy Connolly, Julie Walters, Craig Ferguson and Robbie Coltrane, giving life to a fairytale about red-headed heroine Princess Merida, on a quest to destroy an ancient curse. PIXAR redesigned its entire digital animation system to create “Brave,” and the hard work pays off in a lush, fully immersive presentation enhancing the family-friendly, adventure-filled story.

THE DARK KNIGHT RISES **** Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd., San Marco Theatre, WGHoF IMAX Theater The film has it all: great storytelling, exciting, well-edited action, solid performances, a rousing score and a thematic depth perfectly reflecting society’s concerns in 2012. Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) is a recluse, blamed for the death of former district attorney Harvey Dent. His butler Alfred (Michael Caine) still cares for him, but with Gotham City crime-free, Wayne feels he has no purpose. Enter Catwoman Selina Kyle (Anne Hathaway) stealing pearls from Wayne Manor, and hulking madman Bane (Tom Hardy), hellbent on leveling the city. Co-starring Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Marion Cotillard.

ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT **G@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal

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Those prehistoric pals are back — Manny (Ray Romano), Diego (Denis Leary) and Sid (John Leguizamo) — this time going through some heavy changes, as in icebergs and Continental shelf shifts. Co-starring the vocal talents of Queen Latifah, JLo, Peter Dinklage, Aziz Ansari, Joy Behar, Simon Pegg, Seann William Scott and Wanda Sykes, this animated series has about run its course.

THE INTOUCHABLES ***G Rated R • Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Regal Beach Blvd.

Philippe (François Cluzet), a wealthy Parisian, becomes a paraplegic after suffering a terrible injury. He needs constant care, so he hires Driss (Omar Sy), a poor man from the slums.

The unlikely pair strike up a friendship of sorts, each altering the other’s life. Sounds heavy, but it’s a comedy with a touch of drama. In French with English subtitles.

KATY PERRY: PART OF ME **@@ Rated PG • Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

This documentary follows pop sensation Perry on her recent tour, racking up sold-out shows in arenas worldwide. In live footage and candid interviews, Perry wows fans and deals with backstage drama, like the dissolution of her marriage to Russell Brand.

MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE’S MOST WANTED ***@ Rated PG • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

The new installment of the animated series puts the wacky critters under the Big Top when the wild bunch decides to join an animal circus in Monte Carlo. Good laughs, eye-popping visuals and some fun, family-geared action scenes make “Madagascar 3” an expedition worth taking. The ensemble cast of voiceover talent includes Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, Sacha Baron Cohen and Frances McDormand.

MADEA’S WITNESS PROTECTION **@@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues Tyler Perry’s dramedy stars Eugene Levy as George Needleman, a nebbish Wall Streeter wrongfully accused of a Ponzi scheme. George and his family go into the federal witness protection program and sent down south to the home of fiery matriarch Madea (Perry), the harried Needlemans think they’d be better off behind bars — at least there, they wouldn’t be subjected to Madea’s non-nonsense, controlling ways. Denise Richards, Romeo Miller, Tom Arnold and John Amos co-star.

MAGIC MIKE **@@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd., Sun-Ray Cinema Director Steven Soderbergh’s new movie stars Channing Tatum as Mike, who leads a dual life of sorts, spending his days working as a handyman and his nights onstage as a male stripper. When he takes on new trainee Adam (Alex Pettyfer, “I Am Number Four”), Mike wonders if it’s time to leave stripclub Xquisite’s bump-and-grind world, especially after meeting his protégé’s sister, Paige (Cody Horn). Co-star Matthew McConaughey is already getting some serious hype for his, uh, “revealing” performance as former-stripperturned-club-owner Dallas. As well he should.

MEN IN BLACK 3 ***@ Rated PG-13 • AMC Orange Park Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones return, with Josh Brolin

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and Emma Thompson, to the third in the sci-fi comedy series about a clandestine government agency that monitors UFOs and extraterrestrial visitors.

MOONRISE KINGDOM **** Rated PG-13 • Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine Written and directed by Wes Anderson, this delightful little film is a love story about a 12-year-old boy and girl — both outcasts, both troubled, both loners, both very bright — and their efforts to be together, no matter what. Co-starring Bill Murray and Frances McDormand, Kara Hayward, Edward Norton, Jared Gilman, Bruce Willis and Jason Schwartzman.

SAVAGES **G@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Cinemark Tinseltown, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Oliver Stone’s newest film is an action-thriller heavily laced with drugs, sex and violence. Blake Lively plays Ophelia, the film’s narrator, a pretty blonde surfer girl who prefers to be known as O, an aptly Freudian name: Her sole function seems to be the openly shared love connection between two surfer-type dudes, Ben (Aaron Johnson) and Chon (Taylor Kitsch). Life seems perfect for the triad — they’re young and in love, and rich —they grow and distribute the best weed in California. Across the border are the bad dope dealers, ruled

by Elena (Salma Hayek), with Lado (Benicio del Toro) as her main enforcer. The sadistic horde wants a piece of the SoCal kids’ harvest of riches.

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Seth McFarlane’s live-action debut is an incredibly stupid raunch-fest that’s quite the hit in theaters. A lonely little boy gets a teddy bear for Christmas and wishes on a shooting star that the bear could really talk. His wish comes true: The bear walks and talks. Jump ahead 30 years or so, and the grown-up boy, John Bennett (Mark Wahlberg) is still best friends with Ted the bear (voiced by McFarlane). There’s a problem: John has a girlfriend, Lori (Mila Kunis), and Ted is coming between them. Co-starring Joel McHale, Giovanni Ribisi and Patrick Warburton.

TO ROME, WITH LOVE *G@@ Rated R • Regal Beach Blvd.

Woody Allen’s film has big names: Alec Baldwin, Penelope Cruz … OK, not so big names, too: Roberto Benigni, Alison Pill, Judy Davis, Carol Alt. Allen’s story is all over the place, strung together by his usual neuroses and elitism. If you like The Woodman, you’ll like this. Otherwise, hit the Travel Channel.

THE WATCH **G@ Rated R • AMC Orange Park, AMC Regency Square, Carmike Amelia Island, Carmike Fleming Island, Cinemark Tinseltown, Epic Theatre St. Augustine, Hollywood River City, Regal Avenues, Regal Beach Blvd.

Don’t you wish Ben Stiller would do more with his massive talent? This movie is another save-mankind-from-evil-aliens take, but instead of superheroes or rogue military types, the planet’s being defended by a neighborhood watch group.

Evan (Stiller), Bob (Vince Vaughn), Franklin (Jonah Hill) and Jamarcus (Richard Ayoade) are suburban schlubs who tool around their boring ’hood once a week in matching jackets, feeling tough. Then they figure out some nearby folks are alien invaders. Hilarity ensues.

OTHER FILMS

FROM HERE TO ETERNITY The Summer Movie Classics series continues with this wartime drama starring Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr (their love scene in the rolling surf looks a little tame compared to today’s movies) at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $7.50, $45 for any 10 films in the series. 355-2787.

KOCH BROTHERS EXPOSED The One Percent, including the ultrawealthy Charles and David Koch, get raked over the coals in this documentary screened at 7 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship, 2437 A1A S., St. Augustine. 377-1600. uufsa.org LATITUDE 30 CINEGRILLE “The Avengers” and “Prometheus” are screened at CineGrille, 10370 Philips Hwy., Southside. Call for showtimes. 365-5555.

SUN-RAY CINEMA Sun-Ray Cinema screens “Magic Mike” at 1028 Park St., Jacksonville. “Safety Not Guaranteed” runs on Aug. 1 and 2.

“Beasts of the Southern Wild” opens on Aug. 3. “Push Play with Willie Evans Jr.” screens at midnight on Aug. 4. Call 359-0047 for showtimes. sunraycinema.com FREE WEEKEND NATURE MOVIES In preparation for International Coastal Clean-up Day on Sept.

15, the documentary about our dependence on plastic bags, “Bag It: Is Your Life Too Plastic?” screens at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Aug. 4 and 5 and every Sat. and Sun. in August at GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra. There is no cost to see the movie. 823-4500.

WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME IMAX THEATER “The Dark Knight Rises: The IMAX Experience” is currently screened along with “To The Arctic 3D,” “Legends of Flight 3D,” “Rescue 3D” and “Born To Be Wild 3D” at World Golf Hall of Fame Village, 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine. 940-IMAX. worldgolfimax.com

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GOING FOR GOLD British rowers Bert Bushnell and Dickie Burnell went through hell to win Olympic gold in 1948 in sculling. Social and physical opposites, the young men train in severe hardship; England was depleted of most of the things athletes today take for granted, like proper nutrition and safe equipment, not to mention the funds necessary to support the teams.

This celebratory story is a timely reminder about what’s really important in international competition.

LIVE FROM DIXIE’S BAR & BUS STOP This Austin underground concert film features progressive country singer-songwriter Jerry Jeff Walker, who wrote “Mr. Bojangles,” a heartfelt tune about a down-on-his-luck hobo who could dance. More important, Walker also wrote “Up Against the Wall Redneck Mother,” that tribute to all rounders throughout America, and “Pissin’ in the Wind,” about having nothing but bad luck. Walker is backed in these ’80s shows by the Lost Gonzo Survivors.

GHOSTS OF WAR This eerie tale about a WWI battalion private who encounters a mysterious soldier after an exchange of rounds simplifies the quest for enlightenment without all the trappings of organized religions: Bang, you’re dead, you reunite with your soul and fulfill your destiny. This short film co-stars actual Australian WWI re-enactors.

COLE YOUNGER & THE BLACK TRAIN Cole Younger was a criminal in the Old West, who teamed with Jesse James to form the notorious band of outlaws responsible for bank robberies and train hold-ups — and killing the Pinkerton agents who guarded them. This DVD costars Cody McCarver as Cole and Tripp Courtney as Jesse.

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Aaron Neville Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 8 p.m.

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach Tickets are $55-$69 209-0399

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he late ’80s and early ’90s wreaked havoc on countless established musicians. Metal heads went glam and pop stars went dance, but no one suffered as much as old-school blues and jazz artists, many of whom were seduced by the lucrative adult contemporary charts. To many, Aaron Neville’s two mega-hits — 1989’s “Don’t Know Much,” a Grammy-winning duet with Linda Ronstadt and 1991’s “Everybody Plays The Fool,” a bouncy R&B cover that showcased Neville’s famous falsetto — may sound like sell-outs. But these million-selling, smooth-pop classics represent just two snapshots of Neville’s prolific 50-year career.

Take his latest album, 2010’s “I Know I’ve Been Changed,” which finds the 71-year-old revisiting his stripped-down gospel roots. All the music Neville has released since Hurricane Katrina ravaged his hometown in 2005 has been soul-searching, but songs like “I Am a Pilgrim” and “Don’t Let the Devil Ride” are not portraits of a man broken in spirit — just check the album’s accompanying press photo (above), which features Neville looking barely a day over 40, his perpetually pumped-up muscles bursting his sleeves. The crude cross tattoo on his left cheek even serves as the album’s de facto logo.

Things weren’t always this easy for Neville, though. At 17, he was arrested for car theft and spent six months in jail. His first hit, 1966’s “Tell It Like It Is,” sold a million copies. But he barely saw a dime from Par-Lo Records, which conveniently went bankrupt a few years later.

Neville caused a stir when he told The New York Times in 2003 that some of his past contracts were “slavery-style.” For the rest of the ’60s and ’70s, Neville worked the New Orleans docks, dug ditches, painted houses and drove delivery trucks to get by.

Alcohol and drug addiction plagued him, and what music he and his siblings Art, Cyril and Charles did release after forming The Neville Brothers in 1977 was met with regional love and national indifference.

Then came the duet “Don’t Know Much,” still the quintessential tender ballad. Few could have predicted the chemistry between

Ronstadt and Neville; both have slyly hinted in interviews that their voices are forever “married together.” But in 1991, with three Grammys and two No. 1 singles in his back pocket thanks to that one collaboration with Ronstadt, Neville told Ebony, “When I look back and think about what my life has been like and realize what I had to go through [to get here], I feel like I must be a miracle.”

Given that second chance at musical stardom, Neville knew just how to stay on top. He entered a productive relationship with A&M Records that, within four years, yielded one gold and three platinum albums. Neville scored a No. 1 jazz album with 2003’s “Nature Boy” and appealed to his base with gospel tracks like 2000’s “Devotion,” ’03’s “Believe” and ’05’s “Gospel Roots.” In fact, few R&B stars have done more to promote Catholicism than Neville. He’s worn a St. Jude earring for decades, and his 1996 album, “Doing It Their Own Way: A Contemporary Meditation on the Way of the Cross,” was recorded with Father M. Jeffery Bayhi of the Diocese of Baton Rouge.

Testifying to Neville’s popularity within the Roman Catholic community, the album sold 15,000 copies in three months, eventually raising $600,000 for the parish.

In a 2006 interview in the National Catholic Register, Neville described his gospel work as collections of old songs for people his age. “A lot of stuff out today is disrespectful to women and to God,” Neville said. “I want to sing songs where you can sit down with your mother and grandmother and nobody is going to be offended.” Sounds square, sure, but no one could accuse Neville of forgetting his regularguy roots. He and his first wife, Joel, were married for 48 years until she died from lung cancer in 2007. More Average Joe cred: Neville

frequently cites professional wrestling and soap operas as two of his biggest passions.

But there’s nothing regular about that angelic voice. An episode of Fox’s hit animated comedy “The Family Guy” featured the “Aaron Neville megaphone” which transformed Peter’s voice. According to the 2000 Neville Brothers biography “The Brothers,” “ … social workers across the globe reported that [Neville’s] music regularly helps suicidal patients and recovering addicts and a bridge in India is even named after him.”

“When I look back and think about what my life has been like and realize what I had to go through [to get here], I feel like I must be a miracle.”

Yet Aaron Neville still remains humble about his place in the world — and his journey to get there. “God has a way for me to make money, and that’s to sing,” he told National Catholic Register in 2006. “God [has] carried me through adversity. It came out in a song I wrote called ‘It Took Who I Was and Where I Came From to Make Me Who I Am.’ It’s a testimony to my life and my faith … God heals.

God repairs things. You can’t get mad at God because things don’t go as you plan.”

Nick McGregor themail@folioweekly.com

Never-Heard Neville Here are the top five Aaron Neville songs you might not have heard: “Tell It Like It Is” The 1967 chart-topper that started it all for the angelic-voiced Neville.

“Angola Bound” Gritty tract about Louisiana’s notorious Angola State Prison perfectly counteracted the radio fluff on Neville’s 1991 solo full-length debut, “Warm My Heart.”

“Bridge Over Troubled Water” Hard to believe anyone could top Simon & Garfunkel’s legendary late-’60s hit, but Neville’s gospel-tinged version

made the 2000 album “Devotion” really stand out.

“Ave Maria” Yep, that “Ave Maria.” Franz Schubert’s canonical classic gave Aaron Neville the perfect template to vocalize his strong Catholic faith on 2003 album “Believe.”

“Oh Freedom” This haunting gospel standard from the 2010 album “I Know I’ve Been Changed” hits poignant notes with Neville’s AfricanAmerican fan base thanks to the chorus: “Before I’d be a slave/I’d be buried in my grave/And go home to my Lord/And be free.”

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Poison frontman “talks” about his hard-rockin’ career, from glam metal to reality TV Bret Michaels 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 10 Whisky River, 4850 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville $20 in advance, $25 day of show 645-5571 whiskyriverjacksonville.com

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t was the ’80s — and we were all giddy about hair metal. The Spandex, the mile-high coifs, the God-awful but irresistible music. It was the perfect soundtrack to the detestable Reagan years, bereft of substance yet hypnotic just the same. Mötley Crüe, Ratt, Bon Jovi, Cinderella and Dokken were among a long parade of shiny happy bands that rocked hard but always seemed to manage an arena-sized love ballad to make the girls swoon.

Perhaps the best known of those powerballads (even bigger than the mighty Bon Jovi’s “I’ll Be There for You”) was Poison’s “Every Rose Has Its Thorn.” It was tender and sincere, based on a breakup between lead vocalist Bret Michaels and a former lover. And it was an essential counterweight to a career built on party anthems and a reputation rooted in hard drinking, brawling and groupie mongering.

Though grunge delivered hair metal’s deathblow in the early ’90s, many of our favorite pretty boys thrived in the aftermath. Michaels, for one, became a reality TV star, with his own VH1 show, “Rock of Love,” which followed him in his quest for a mate. Michaels also wrote and directed a couple of low-budget films and released several successful solo albums.

So you’d think a man who rocked so hard, who nearly died in a car accident at the height of his stardom, whose homemade sex tape with Pamela Anderson was stolen, duped and sold on the black market, who is an advocate for sufferers of diabetes (a condition he has battled throughout his life) wouldn’t shy away from a little more publicity, especially if it helped promote an upcoming concert. But dang it if Michaels isn’t a hard man to get a hold of. Since we were unsuccessful at procuring an interview with the fair-haired Renaissance man, we decided to concoct an interview of our own.

So here it is, an imaginary (i.e., fake) interview with Bret Michaels, constructed solely from lyrics lifted from Poison songs.

Folio Weekly: First, Bret, let me say thanks for a wonderful evening last night. You really know how to party. My head is still reeling, and I can’t seem to get that smell out of the carpet. So do you think maybe I could have a few bucks to get the thing steam-cleaned?

Bret Michaels: Not a dime. I can’t pay my rent.

I can barely make it through the week.

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F.W.: Dude, seriously? You’re a millionaire … or at least a thousandaire, right?

B.M.: They say I spend my money on women

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and wine, but I couldn’t tell you where I spent last night.

F.W.: Helloooo? On my floor, in a pool of vomit, remember?

B.M.: Almost drowned in a puddle of my own sweat, I swear.

F.W.: That was puke, man. Anyhoo, so you’re touring again. I think you’re calling it the “Get Your Rock On” tour. You’ve come a long way since the early days when you were playing the bar scene in Los Angeles.

B.M.: In a smoky room, could have been the devil’s tomb, 90 miles east of L.A. F.W.: Damn, my bad. Your rise to glam-rock fame was clouded with some pretty rough times. You treated your body like a cesspool, you wrecked your car and almost killed yourself, you had that whole issue with the bootlegged sex tape — which I still haven’t gotten a copy of, by the way.

B.M.: I’ve seen things in my life that should never be seen, I’m talkin’ things that’d make your skin crawl. I wanna go back to a simpler time.

F.W.: Like when you and C.C. DeVille first met? What was it like when you guys first got together and started making music?

B.M.: Stupid, stoned and dumb.

F.W: Nice. You’ve had a few surgical procedures due to health problems. You’re lucky to be alive, I’d say.

B.M.: Though it’s been a while now, I can still feel so much pain. Like a knife that cuts you, the wound heals, but the scar, that scar remains.

F.W.: Ouch! Speaking of your health, I hear you do a lot of fundraising — for diabetes, for animal welfare and for the men and women of the U.S. Armed Services.

B.M.: What you heard about me was probably right. I’m the boy next door.

F.W.: So what advice do you have for a young person trying to make it in the music business these days? What with the changing face of the industry and the decline of record sales, it must be a tough racket for a young musician to break into.

B.M.: You can’t give in without a fight to make it, baby. You gotta aim high, baby, whether you lose or win. And when you get to the top, you gotta get off or go right back down again.

F.W.: Sage advice, Mr. Michaels. You are a wise man.

B.M.: May not be much, but it’s the best I can do.

John E. Citrone themail@folioweekly.com

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CONCERTS THIS WEEK LITTLE FEAT We can begin to sing along as the six veterans of Southerntinged rock perform at 8 p.m. on July 31 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $30 and $35. 3552787. floridatheatre.com CANARY IN THE COALMINE, THE LUCKY JUKEBOX BRIGADE, TOBACCO PAT and JULIE KARR The bands are on at 9 p.m. on July 31 at Underbelly, 113 E. Bay St., downtown. 353-6067.

GHOST LIGHT ROAD Spooky name. This bunch of good ol’ boys is on at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. 353-4686.

UNCOMMON MUSIC FESTIVAL The sixth annual Uncommon Music ‌ for a Common Cause, featuring local musicians Raquel Cabrera, Whetherman and Crash the Satellites, is held at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville. Choose your ticket price; proceeds benefit Girls Rock Jacksonville. 355-2787. floridatheatre.com ZOOGMA, SIR CHARLES and MINDPHUK The bands hit the stage at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $12. 246-4273.

STEAM THE BAND Music by the Sea Summer Concerts presents this Motown revue group at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 at St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The family-friendly event runs Wed. through Sept. 26 and features food from a different local eatery each week. Bring coolers, blankets and chairs. 347-8007.

STOKESWOOD This energetic “low-indie� band from Atlanta plays at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 during Art Walk, promoting “In the Field of the Vibrations,� at 1904 Bar, 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville. Lumagrove also performs. Admission is free. 356-0213.

BILLY BUCHANAN The popular local artist performs mellow music at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Island Girl Cigar Bar, 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, Southside.

854-6060.

HENRY & THE SEAHAWKS The versatile band – playing “tropical country� sounds – appears at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2 at A1A Ale Works, 1 King St., St. Augustine.

829-2977.

DOT WILDER and PEGGIE BLACK These renowned local ladies put down some authentic cool jazz at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2 at European Street Cafe, 1704 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 399-1740.

CHILLULA Easy-to-take musicians Chillula appear at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, 1018 N. Third St., Ste. 2, Jax Beach. 246-1500.

DOUG McRAE NEFla musician McRae is on at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Island Girl Cigar Bar, 108 First St., Neptune Beach. 372-0943.

THE FALLING BONES Concerts in the Plaza celebrates its 22nd season of free concerts, this week with local musicians The Falling Bones, featuring Rick Levy, at 7 p.m. on Aug. 2 under the oaks in Plaza de la Constitución, located between Cathedral Place and King Street, historic downtown St. Augustine. The concerts are at 7 p.m. every Thur. through Aug. 30. Bring lounge chairs. The Rick Arcusa Band is in on Aug. 9. staugustinegovernment.com/sites/concerts-plaza GRANDPA’S COUGH MEDICINE The Atlantic Beach-based bluegrass badasses cause an uproar at 9 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Poe’s Tavern, 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7637.

INCOGNITO They’re not really in disguise. Incognito appears at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Billy’s Boathouse Grill, 2321 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach.

241-9771.

BREAD & BUTTER This popular local band plays from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 3 at Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub, The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, Ste. 176, downtown. 374-1247.

SHO NUFF The rough-n-ready band hits the stage at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 at Cliff’s Bar & Grill, 3033 Monument Road, Jacksonville.

645-5162.

SPADE MCQUADE & THE ALL STARS Spade says he plays folky, Celtic, rock and roll. Check him out with his All Stars at 10 p.m. on Aug. 3 and 4 at Fly’s Tie Irish Pub, 177 Sailfish Drive E., Atlantic Beach. 246-4293.

DAVE HENDERSHOTT There’s an ex-cop in Arizona with the same name, but our Northeast Florida multi-genred singer-guitarist plays at 7 p.m. on Aug. 3 at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, 9734 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, Southside. 997-1955.

CORY MONEY, KEYLOW, G MAYNE FROST and CITY LIMITS Hip-hop night features these local artists at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 and every first Friday at 1904 Bar, 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville.

Admission is $10. 356-0213. duvalhiphop.com THIRTEEN 22 and GET OUT DRIVER The multifaceted local bands appear at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $8.

246-4273.

GEORGE ASPINAL BAND The longtime faves appear on the riverfront stage for Friday Night Live! from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 3 at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, downtown Jacksonville. jacksonvillelanding.com BLONDE AMBITION BAND High-energy party band Blonde Ambition hits the stage at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4 at Latitude 30, 10370 Philips Hwy., Southside. 365-5555.

CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE The local rockers play at 9 p.m. on Aug. 4 at The Mayport Tavern, 2775 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach. 270-0801.

EIGHT STORIES HIGH Don’t know if they tell eight stories, or if they’re up on the eighth floor ‌ but the alternative band plays at 9 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Dog Star Tavern, 10 N. Second St., Fernandina Beach. 277-8010.

THE WILSON FAMILY BAND This entertaining family gospel group appears at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 at European Street CafĂŠ, 5500 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10. 399-1740.

THE LONGINEU PARSONS QUARTET Longineu Parsons, local jazz trumpeter with a worldwide reputation, performs A Night with Satchmo: A Tribute to Louis Armstrong on Aug. 4 at 8 p.m.-midnight at Jazzland CafĂŠ, 1324 University Blvd. N., Arlington. 240-1009. Admission is $10. jazzlandcafe.com BE EASY The local band appears at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, 1800 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island. 541-1999.

4STORY The one-name band is on at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Dames Point Marina, 4542 Irving Road, Jacksonville. 751-3043.

CONVALESCE, MIRAGE THEORY, WORDS LIKE VINES and ME & THE TRINITY These faith-based bands are on at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave., Jacksonville. Tickets are $6-$8.

388-7807.

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U2 by UV (U2 Tribute Band) SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 1

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DJ BG w/Cornhole Tournament Bass Tournament 2 FOR 1 DOMESTIC DRAFTS, WELLS AND HOUSE WINE Al Naturale 9:30pm 1/2 PRICE APPS-FRI (BAR ONLY) 4-7PM DECK MUSIC 5 P.M.-9 P.M.

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Al Naturale 9:30pm DECK MUSIC 5 P.M.-9 P.M.

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CORBITT BROTHERS Rusty Shine/Bonnie Blue SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 16

STRUNG OUT The Swellers/Such Gold THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20

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KEYLOW Mr. Whitty

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ADAM ANT UPCOMING SHOWS 9-26: 9-28: 10-8: 10-9: 11-7: 11-9: 11-14: 12-1: 12-8: 12-22:

The Green/Stick Figure Zach Deputy Trampled by Turtles/ honeyhoney Beats Antique Dr. Dog/Cotton Jones All Time Low/The Summer Set Donavon Frankenreiter Perpetual Groove Papadosio Sweet Lu CD Release Party

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C.R.S. (CARPENTER, ROTH AND SABO) No, it’s not Can’t Remember Stuff. This trio of groovy musicians plays familiar favorites from 6-10 p.m. on Aug. 4 at The Reef, 4100 Coastal Highway, St. Augustine. 824-8008.

DJ RAWSOME Play during the day with DJ Rawsome from 2-8 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Taboo Bar & Grill, 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington. Live music, hookahs and oysters are featured. Admission is $5 for ladies, $10 for gentlemen. 208-0585.

FORMATTA, VERTICAL AXIS, COMING THIS FALL and JENNI REID The band Formatta plays its final show at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $10.

246-4273.

APOLLO 11 and AGAINST ALL ODDS The pop-punk bands play at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4 at 1904 Bar, 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville. 356-0213.

LOUDERPALOOZA 2012: AMMO, FFN, BOOGER, POOR RICHARDS, TOE IN THE TRIGGER, POWERBALL, XGEEZER, THE PINZ, SICKSICKSICKS and SHATTERMAT The noise starts at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4 and 5 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. 353-4686.

BILL SHUTE Shute performs at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 and 5 at + SoLo, 107 E. Bay St., Jacksonville. sologallery.org CHELSEA SADDLER Local girl-made-good Saddler performs at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Ann O’Malley’s, 23 Orange St., St. Augustine. 825-4040.

KNIFE REVENGE, APOPHIS, WAKE THE LIVING, WHISKEY THROTTLE and FXZERO These local groups hit the stage at 7 p.m. on Aug. 5 at the new Brewster’s Megaplex, 845 University Blvd. N., Arlington. Tickets are $10. 223-9850.

LINCOLNVILLE FARMERS MARKET Live music is featured every Sun. at the market, held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Willie Galimore Center parking lot, 399 Riberia St., St. Augustine. Florida band Passerine plays folk and bluegrass on Aug. 5. Admission is free. lincolnvillefarmersmarket.com VINNY JACOBS Mainstay entertainer Jacobs plays from 2-5 p.m. on Aug. 5 at San Sebastian Winery’s Cellar Upstairs, 157 King St., St. Augustine. 826-1594.

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at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Lava Lounge, 845 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville. Tickets are $20 in advance. 476-0460.

ELIZABETH ROTH Best of Jax winner for Best CD, Roth plays from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Aug. 5 at Mi Casa Café, 69 St. George St., St. Augustine.

824-9317.

BASEMENT, DEAD END PATH, SOUL SEARCH, DAYLIGHT, THE LOCALS and GREY FOX The seriously hardcore bands perform at 7 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $10 in advance. 353-4686.

CAROLYN MARTIN SWING BAND Martin performs with soulful elegance at 8 p.m. on Aug. 6 at European Street Café, 5500 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. 399-1740.

THE LITTLE GREEN MEN The wildly popular band appears at 9 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 N. First St., Jax Beach. 249-5181.

AARON NEVILLE The master of sweet soul and R&B performs at 8 p.m. on Aug. 7 at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach.

Tickets are $55 and $69. 209-0399.

RICHARD THE LIONHEARTED and THE GOOD VIBES The Missouri-based five-piece band performs at 7 p.m. on Aug. 7 at Burro Bar, 100 E. Adams St., Jacksonville. 353-4686.

NEON TREES, WALK THE MOON and TWENTY ONE PILOTS Not really 21 – it’s just two guys, Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun – but Twenty One Pilots sounds like a crazed symphonic orchestra, delivering “distinctive fusion of piano-driven schizoid pop and lyrical uplift.” The duo performs with Neon Tress and Walk the Moon at 8 p.m. on Aug. 8 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $20. 246-4273.

BILLY BOWERS The mellow musician plays from 7-10 p.m. on Aug. 9 at Jerry’s Sportsbar & Grill, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22, Intracoastal West.

220-6766.

THE GOOTCH The Gootch appears at 10 p.m. on Aug. 10 and 11 at Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 N. First St., Jax Beach. 249-5181.

UPCOMING CONCERTS RED BEARD & STINKY E Aug. 9, Poe’s Tavern THE DANGEROUS SUMMER Aug. 9, Brewster’s Pit WHETHERMAN Aug. 9, Dog Star Tavern JASON ALDEAN, LUKE BRYAN and RACHEL FARLEY Aug. 9, Veterans Memorial Arena UNDERHILL ROSE Aug. 9, European Street Café San Marco LESS THAN JAKE, THE SUPERVILLAINS, SIDEREAL, MORNING FATTY and THE ATTACK Aug. 10, Freebird Live BRET MICHAELS Aug. 10, Whisky River VEGABOND SWING Aug. 10, Dog Star Tavern COWBOYS & INDIANS FROM THE FUTURE Aug. 10, Poe’s Tavern GUILTY CONSCIENCE CD Release Show with KALIYL Aug. 10, Jack Rabbits THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS, NAMELESS GUARDIAN, GET OUT DRIVER, VIKTR and MANNA ZEN Aug. 10, Brewster’s Roc Bar DAVID DONDERO, SCREAMIN’ EAGLE Aug. 11, Café Eleven MINDY SIMMONS, ELLEN BUKSTEL and PAUL GARFINKEL Aug. 11, European Street Café Southside BOZMAN Aug. 11, Billy’s Boathouse Grill JACOB CREEL Aug. 11, Three Layers Cafe WITH LIFE IN MIND, CREATIONS, ALTARS, REFUGE and FRAMEWORKS Aug. 11, Murray Hill Theatre DROPPERS Aug. 11, Dog Star Tavern EVICTED Aug. 11, Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub, The Jacksonville Landing U2 BY UV (U2 Tribute) Aug. 11, Freebird Live BANDING TOGETHER FOR AUSTIN BENEFIT: DANKA, B.A.S.H., MR. NATURAL, FLAT BLACK and ZERO-N Aug. 12, Freebird Live CHINA CAT SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL: PAPA MILLION, OUIJA BROTHERS, BAYSTREET and GLASS CAMELS Aug. 12, Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum CHELSEA WOLFE, MARRIAGES and RUSSIAN CIRCLES Aug. 13, Jack Rabbits THE EASTERN SEA and ANTIQUE ANIMALS Aug. 14, Burro Bar DJ ROY LUIS Aug. 15, Mark’s Downtown SUNSET CIRCUS Aug. 17, Wild Wing Café COMING THIS FALL CD Release Aug. 17, Freebird Live MURRAY HILL THEATRE’S 17th Anniversary Party: DISCIPLE, BLEACH, A PLEA FOR PURGING, SENT BY RAVENS, HOUSE OF HEROES, NINE LASHES, MY EPIC, RUN KID RUN, THE WEDDING, AS HELL RETREATS, ONWARD TO OLYMPUS, TO SPEAK OF WOLVES and BECOMING THE ARCHETYPE Aug. 17 & 18, Murray Hill Theatre BIG ENGINE Aug. 17 & 18, Cliff’s Bar & Grill FLANNEL CHURCH Aug. 17, Dog Star Tavern CRABGRASS Aug. 17 & 18, A1A Ale Works LARRY MANGUM’S SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE: CHARLIE GROTH and WIND ON THE WATER Aug. 18, European Street Café Southside STEVE VAI Aug. 18, The Florida Theatre

Passerine (pictured) performs at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 4 at the Riverside Arts Market held under the Fuller Warren Bridge at Riverside Avenue, downtown. Also performing are Dan Coady at 11:45 a.m. and The Board Brothers at 2:30 p.m. Arts & crafts, food, and activities are featured. 554-6865. riversideartsmarket.com CANARY IN THE COALMINE Aug. 18, Poe’s Tavern GHOST WITCH, BLOWFLY, WHAT ABOUT ME and POWERBALL for Young, Loud & Snotty’s Anniversary Party Aug. 18, Fly’s Tie Irish Pub WET NURSE Aug. 18, Nobby’s ADEMA, IN WHISPERS, AMERICAN NOTHING, BECOMING MACHINE and GREENBEAUX Aug. 18, Brewster’s Pit RICHARD KAMERMAN, DAVID KIRBY and TRAVIS JOHNSON Aug. 18, + SoLo BADMAN! Aug. 18, Dog Star Tavern SHOT DOWN IN FLAMES (AC/DC Tribute) Aug. 18, The Mayport Tavern REBELUTION, THE EXPENDABLES and PASSAFIRE Aug. 19, St. Augustine Amphitheatre HOPSIN, DIZZY WRIGHT, SWIZZ and JARREN BENTON Aug. 22, Brewster’s Pit FLO RIDA Aug. 23, Veterans Memorial Arena CANARY IN THE COALMINE Aug. 23, Poe’s Tavern THE GRASCALS Aug. 23, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall DEAD PREZ Aug. 24, 1904 Bar PROFESSOR WHISKEY’S SAVE THE UNIVERSE BENEFIT SHOW Aug. 24, The Phoenix Taproom FANG ISLAND Aug. 24, Jack Rabbits NONPOINT, EYE EMPIRE and SURRENDER THE FALL Aug. 24, Brewster’s Roc Bar CASEY JAMES Aug. 25, Mavericks TAMMERLIN Aug. 25, European Street Café Southside TIGHT GENES Aug. 25, Nobby’s CLEAN WATER MUSIC FESTIVAL Aug. 25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE MOSIER BROTHERS Aug. 25, Dog Star Tavern THE FRESH BEAT BAND Aug. 25, St. Augustine Amphitheatre BONZ (Stuck Mojo) Aug. 25, Brewster’s Pit KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD Aug. 26, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall NAVY BAND SOUTHEAST’S FAIRWINDS WOODWIND QUINTET Aug. 28, Clay County Headquarters Library, Fleming Island AIN’T 2 PROUD 2 BEG Aug. 29, St. Johns County Pier Park, St. Augustine Beach WHO RESCUED WHO Aug. 30, Lynch’s Irish Pub SUBLIME WITH ROME, CYPRESS HILL, PEPPER and THE MANIC LOW Aug. 30, St. Augustine Amphitheatre PARMALEE & FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE Aug. 30, Whisky River DAVID DONDERO and SCREAMIN’ EAGLE Aug. 30, Nobby’s EASTER ISLAND Aug. 30, Burro Bar WHO RESCUED WHO Aug. 31, Taps Bar & Grill BADCAT JAX Aug. 31, Cliff’s Bar & Grill COWBOYS & INDIANS FROM THE FUTURE Aug. 31, Poe’s Tavern LONESOME BERT & THE SKINNY LIZARDS Aug. 31, A1A Ale Works GREENHOUSE LOUNGE, THE HEAVY PETS and THE FUZZ Sept. 1, Freebird Live TURNCOAT COLLECTIVE and MICKEY SCHILLINGS Sept. 1, + SoLo OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY Sept. 1, Mayport Tavern kLoB Sept. 1, Dog Star Tavern TRAIN, MAT KEARNEY and ANDY GRAMMER Sept. 6, St. Augustine Amphitheatre

REMEDY DRIVE, OCTOBER GLORY and PATRICK & BRITTANY Sept. 7, Murray Hill Theatre CORBITT BROTHERS, BONNIE BLUE and RUSTY SHINE Sept. 7, Freebird Live BASS IN THE CITY Sept. 8, 1904 BAR CHEAP TIME and SEXCAPADES Sept. 8, Nobby’s CHRISTOPHER BELL and GARRETT Sept. 8, Burro Bar BUILT TO SPILL, HELVETIA and SISTER CRAYON Sept. 9, Jack Rabbits CITIZEN COPE Sept. 12, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall CHRIS ISAAK Sept. 13, The Florida Theatre BRANTLEY GILBERT and BIG SMO Sept. 13, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THERE FOR TOMORROW, SET IT OFF, DIVIDED BY FRIDAY, COMING THIS FALL and NOBODY ON LAND Sept. 15, Murray Hill Theatre STRUNG OUT, THE SWELLERS and SUCH GOLD Sept. 16, Freebird Live DUBLIN CITY RAMBLERS Sept. 18, Culhane’s Irish Pub SLUMAMERICAN TOUR: YELAWOLF, RITTZ, TROUBLE ANDREW and DJ VAJRA Sept. 20, Freebird Live IAN ANDERSON Sept. 21, St. Augustine Amphitheatre DARRYL WORLEY, DAVID LEE MURPHY and BO BICE Sept. 22, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts BLONDIE and DEVO Sept. 22, St. Augustine Amphitheatre ADAM ANT Sept. 25, Freebird Live COLT FORD Sept. 26, Whisky River THE GREEN Sept. 26, Freebird Live BRAD PAISLEY, THE BAND PERRY and SCOTTY McCREERY Sept. 27, Veterans Memorial Arena KEIKO MATSUI Sept. 28, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ZACH DEPUTY Sept. 28, Freebird Live JOE COCKER and DAVE MASON Sept. 30, St. Augustine Amphitheatre NEAL MORSE and MIKE PORTNOY Oct. 3, Murray Hill Theatre TRAMPLED BY TURTLES, HONEYHONEY Oct. 8, Freebird Live HOLLOW LEG, SHROUD EATER, HOLLY HUNT, PORTER and NISROCH Oct. 12, Burro Bar DEAN DEMERRIT JAZZ TRIBEOct. 12, Dog Star Tavern GIN BLOSSOMS Oct. 17, Whisky River THE TOASTERS Oct. 18, Jack Rabbits THE WOBBLY TOMS Oct. 19, Fly’s Tie Irish Pub CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: ABBEY ROAD Oct. 20, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts BRONCHO Oct. 22, Burro Bar PENNYWISE Oct. 24, Brewster’s The Edge ARTURO SANDOVAL Oct. 26, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE FRITZ Oct. 26 & 27, Dog Star Tavern BLUES TRAVELER Oct. 28, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall HEART and SHAWN COLVIN Nov. 2, St. Augustine Amphitheatre KINGS OF HELL Nov. 2, Fly’s Tie Irish Pub JEALOUSY MOUNTAIN DUO Nov. 5, Burro Bar DR. DOG and COTTON JONES Nov. 7, Freebird Live NEED TO BREATHE Nov. 10, The Florida Theatre BUDDY GUY, JONNY LANG Nov. 10, St. Augustine Amphitheatre PETRA (CLASSIC LINEUP) and OCTOBER GLORY Nov. 10, Murray Hill Theatre

491-3332 BSP Unplugged every Tue. & Sun. Wes Cobb every Wed. DJ Heavy Hess, Hupp & Rob every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. DJ Miguel Alvarez in Sheffield’s every Fri. DJ Heavy Hess every Sat. Cason every Mon. PLAE, 80 Amelia Circle, Amelia Island Plantation, 277-2132 Gary Ross from 7-11 p.m. every Thur.-Sat. SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6990 Live music every night THE SURF, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 261-5711 Live music Tue.Sun. DJ Roc at 5 p.m. every Wed.

ARLINGTON, REGENCY

Stokeswood, an energetic “low-indie� band from Atlanta plays at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1 during Art Walk, promoting “In the Field of the Vibrations,� at 1904 Bar, 19 N. Ocean St., Jacksonville. Lumagrove also performs. Admission is free. 356-0213.

DR. DOG Nov. 11, Freebird Live DONAVON FRANKENREITER Nov. 14, Freebird Live ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL Nov. 16, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts EDDIE VEDDER Nov. 24 & 25, T-U Center PAPADASIO Dec. 8, Freebird Live FLANNEL CHURCH Dec. 28, Burro Bar

• CLUBS • AMELIA ISLAND, FERNANDINA BEACH

CAFE KARIBO, 27 N. Third St., 277-5269 Live music in the courtyard at 6 p.m. every Fri. & Sat., at 5 p.m. every Sun.

DOG STAR TAVERN, 10 N. Second St., 277-8010 Lucky Costello at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3. Eight Stories High at 9 p.m. on Aug. 4. DJs J.G. World & Jim spin actual vinyl at 8 p.m. every Tue. for Working Class Stiffs GENNARO’S ITALIANO SOUTH, 5472 First Coast Hwy., 491-1999 Live jazz from 7:30-9:30 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. GREEN TURTLE TAVERN, 14 S. Third St., 321-2324 Dan Voll from 7-10 p.m. every Fri. Live music every weekend MERMAID BAR, Florida House Inn, 22 S. Third St., 491-3322 Local bands for open mic from 7:30-11 p.m. every Thur.

O’KANE’S IRISH PUB, 318 Centre St., 261-1000 Dan Voll at 7:30 p.m. every Wed. Turner London Band at 8:30 p.m. every Thur., Fri. & Sat. THE PALACE SALOON & SHEFFIELD’S, 117 Centre St.,

AJ’S BAR & GRILLE, 10244 Atlantic Blvd., 805-9060 DJ Sheryl every Thur., Fri. & Sat. DJ Mike every Tue. & Wed. Karaoke every Thur.

BREWSTER’S MEGAPLEX/PIT/ROC BAR/THE EDGE, 845 University Blvd. N., 223-9850 Knife Revenge, Apophis, Wake the Living, Whiskey Throttle and FXZero on Aug. 5. The Dangerous Summer on Aug. 9 MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE, 12777 Atlantic Blvd., 221-1090 Live music at 9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. STARBUCKS, 9301 Atlantic Blvd., 724-4554 Open mic with Starbucks Trio from 8-11 p.m. every other Fri. TABOO BAR & GRILL, 10750 Atlantic Blvd., 208-0585 DJ Rawsome from 2-8 p.m. on Aug. 4 TONINO’S TRATTORIA, 7001 Merrill Rd., 743-3848 Alaina Colding every Thur. W. Harvey Williams every Fri. Signature String Quartet every Sat. VIP LOUNGE, 7707 Arlington Expressway, 619-8198 Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Tue. Live music every Wed. & Fri. Reggae every Thur. A DJ spins Old School every Sat. A DJ spins every Sun.

AVONDALE, ORTEGA

BRICK RESTAURANT, 3585 St. Johns Ave., 387-0606 Duet every Wed. Bush Doctors every first Fri. & Sat. Live jazz every Fri. & Sat. THE CASBAH CAFE, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores every Wed. 3rd Bass every Sun. Live music every Mon. ECLIPSE, 4219 St. Johns Ave., 387-3582 DJ Keith spins for Karaoke every Tue. DJ Free spins vintage every Fri. DJs SuZiRok, LowKill & Mowgli spin for Chillwave Madness every Mon.

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ELEVATED AVONDALE, 3551 St. Johns Ave., 387-0700 Karaoke with Dave Thrash every Wed. DJ 151 spins hip hop, R&B, old-school every Thur. DJ Catharsis spins lounge beats every first & fourth Sat. Patrick Evan & CoAlition Industry every Sun. TOM & BETTY’S, 4409 Roosevelt Blvd., 387-3311 Live music every Fri. Karaoke at 8 p.m. every Sat.

BAYMEADOWS

THE COFFEE GRINDER, 9834 Old Baymeadows Rd., 642-7600 DJ Albert Adkins spins house every Fri. DJs Adrian Sky, Alberto Diaz & Chris Zachrich spin dance every Tue. DJ Michael Stumbaugh spins every Sat. GATOR’S DOCKSIDE, 8650 Baymeadows Rd., 448-0500 Comfort Zone Band at 9 p.m. every Fri. MY PLACE BAR-N-GRILL, 9550 Baymeadows Rd., 737-5299 Out of Hand every Mon. Rotating bands every other Tue. & Wed. OASIS GRILL & CHILL, 9551 Baymeadows Rd., 748-9636 DJs Stan and Mike Bend spin every Feel Good Fri.

BEACHES

(All clubs & venues in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted) 200 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-2922 Canary in the Coalmine from 7-10 p.m. on Aug. 3 BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD, 120 S. Third St., 444-8862 Kurt Lanham sings island music every Fri.-Sun. BILLY’S BOATHOUSE GRILL, 2321 Beach Blvd., 241-9771 David Pooler from 5:30-9:30 p.m. on Aug. 1. Live music at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. on Aug. 3. Dune Dogs at 6 p.m. on Aug. 4. Craig Odem from noon-4 p.m., 4Play at 4:45 p.m. on Aug. 5 BLUE BAR, 333 N. First St., 595-5355 Live music nightly BRIX TAPHOUSE, 300 N. Second St., 241-4668 DJ IBay every Tue., Fri. & Sat. DJ Ginsu every Wed. DJ Jade every Thur. Charlie Walker every Sun. CRAB CAKE FACTORY, 1396 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza, 247-9880 Live jazz with Pierre & Co. every Wed. CULHANE’S IRISH PUB, 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-9595 Carroll Brown at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 2. Dune Dogs at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 3. John Thomas Jazz Group at 6 p.m. on Aug. 7 DICK’S WINGS, 311 N. Third St., Ste. 107, 853-5004 Big Jeff at 8 p.m. every Thur. Live music at 9 p.m. every Sat.

DOWNTOWN

1904 BAR, 19 Ocean St., 356-0213 Stokeswood and Lumagrove at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1. Single White Herpes & the Aids, Grammatical Errors and The 2416 on Aug. 2. Cory Money, Keylow, G Mayne Frost and City Limits at 7 p.m. on Aug. 3. Apollo 11 and Against All Odds on Aug. 4. Open mic every Mon. BENNY’S STEAK & SEAFOOD, The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 175, 301-1014 Live music from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Aug. 4 BURRO BAR, 228 E. Forsyth St., 353-4692 Ghost Light Road at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1. Louderpalooza 2012: Ammo, FFN, Booger, Poor Richards, Toe in the Trigger, Powerball, Xgeezer, The Pinz, Sicksicksicks and Shattermat at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4. Basement, Dead End Path, Soul Search, Daylight, The Locals and Grey Fox at 7 p.m. on Aug. 6. Richard the Lionhearted and The Good Vibes at 7 p.m. on Aug. 7. DJ Tin Man spins reggae & dub every Tue. DJ SuZi-Rok spins every Thur. $Big Bucks DJ Crew$ every Sat. Bert No Shirt & Uncle Jesse every Sun. CITY HALL PUB, 234 Randolph Blvd., 356-6750 DJ Skillz spins Motown, hip hop & R&B every Wed. Jazz at 11 a.m., Latin music at 9 p.m. every first Fri.; Ol’ Skool every last Fri. DIVE BAR, 331 E. Bay St., 359-9090 Live music every weekend DOS GATOS, 123 E. Forsyth, 354-0666 DJ Synsonic spins every Tue. & Fri. DJ Rockin’ Bones every Wed. DJ Scandalous every Sat. DJ Randall Karaoke every Mon. FIONN MacCOOL’S, Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Ste. 176, 374-1247 Braxton Adamson from 5-8 p.m., Bread & Butter from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 3. Bay Street from 9 p.m.-1

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a.m. on Aug. 4. Live music every Fri. & Sat. THE JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 George Aspinal Band from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 3. Spanky the Band from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 4. Chillula from 5-9 p.m. on Aug. 5 MARK’S DOWNTOWN, 315 E. Bay St., 355-5099 DJ Vinn spins top 40 for ladies nite every Thur. Ritmo y Sabor every Fiesta Fri. BayStreet mega party with DJ Shotgun every Sat. MAVERICKS, The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., 356-1110 Bobby Laredo spins every Thur. & Sat. DJs Bryan & Q45 spin every Fri. Country party every Sat. NORTHSTAR THE PIZZA BAR, 119 E. Bay St., 860-5451 Open mic night from 8:30-11:30 p.m. every Wed. DJ SwitchGear every Thur. Karaoke every Fri. THE PEARL, 1101 N. Main St., 791-4499 DJs Tom P. & Ian S. spin ’80s & indie dance every Fri. DJ Ricky spins indie rock, hip hop & electro every Sat. + SoLo, 107 E. Bay St., sologallery.org Justin Clifford Rhody on July 31. Jamison Williams, “Dedication Series: Fusako Sano” on Aug. 1. Michael Lanier, “Furcas” on Aug. 3. Jamison Williams and Bill Henderson, “Ukiyo-e Shunga” on Aug. 4. AG Davis, “Andromalius” on Aug. 5. Andrew Weathers on Aug. 6 UNDERBELLY, 113 E. Bay St., 353-6067 Canary in the Coalmine, The Lucky Jukebox Brigade, Tobacco Pat and Julie Karr at 9 p.m. on July 31. Live music on every Fri. & Sat. ZODIAC GRILL, 120 W. Adams St., 354-8283 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

FLEMING ISLAND

MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Center Blvd., 541-1999 Wes Cobb on Aug. 3. Be Easy on Aug. 4. Live music every Fri. & Sat. MERCURY MOON, 2015 C.R. 220, 215-8999 DJ Ty spins for ladies’ nite every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. Buck Smith Project every Mon. Blistur unplugged every Wed. RUSH STREET/CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL, 406 Old Hard Rd., Ste. 106, 213-7779 A DJ spins at 10 p.m. every Wed., Fri. & Sat. WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 Karaoke on Aug. 1. DJ BG on Aug. 2. Al Naturale at 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4.

Open mic with Tony Neal at 5 p.m. on Aug. 5. Deck music at 5 p.m. every Fri. & Sat.

INTRACOASTAL WEST

BREWSTER’S PUB, 14003 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, 223-9850 Open mic every Wed. Karaoke with DJ Randal & live music every Thur., Fri. & Sat. A DJ spins every Mon. BRUCCI’S PIZZA, 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36, 223-6913 Mike Shackelford at 6:30 p.m. every Sat. and Mon. CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL, 3033 Monument Rd., 645-5162 Medicine Bowl on Aug. 1. Sho Nuff on Aug. 3. Jay Garrett Band on Aug. 4. Karaoke every Thur. & Sun. Live music every Tue. & Wed. JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE & STEAKHOUSE, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22, 220-6766 Live music every Fri. YOUR PLACE BAR & GRILL, 13245 Atlantic Blvd., 221-9994 Live music every weekend

Popular local artist Billy Buchanan performs mellow music at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Island Girl Cigar Bar, 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, Southside. 854-6060.

JULINGTON CREEK, NW ST. JOHNS

HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS, 12796 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 16, 260-8338 Sweet Scarlett at 7 p.m. on Aug. 11 SHANNON’S IRISH PUB, 111 Bartram Oaks Walk, 230-9670 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

MANDARIN

AW SHUCKS OYSTER BAR & GRILL, 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd., 240-0368 Open mic with Diamond Dave from 7:30-11 p.m. every Wed. Live music from 7-11 p.m. every Sat. CHEERS BAR & GRILL, 11475 San Jose Blvd., 262-4337 Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. every Wed. HARMONIOUS MONKS, 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., 880-3040 Jazz from 7-9 pm., Karaoke from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Mon.-Thur. Dennis Klee & the World’s Most Talented Waitstaff every Fri. & Sat. RACK ’EM UP BILLIARDS, 4268 Oldfield Crossing, 262-4030 Open mic night with Randy Jagers from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. every Wed. Karaoke at 7 p.m. every Sun. SPECKLED HEN TAVERN & GRILLE, 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 16, 538-0811 Live music from 6-9 p.m. every Fri. SUNBURST STUDIOS, 12641 San Jose Blvd., 485-0946 Open mic with My Friendz Band at 8:30 p.m. every Mon. Karaoke at 8:30 p.m. DJ Tom Turner every Tue.

ORANGE PARK, MIDDLEBURG

BLACK HORSE WINERY, 420 Kingsley Ave., 644-8480 Live music from 6-9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat., and from 2-6 p.m. every Sun. CHEERS BAR & GRILL, 1580 Wells Rd., 269-4855 Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. every Wed. & Sat. CRACKERS LOUNGE, 1282 Blanding Blvd., 272-4620 Karaoke every Fri. & Sat. THE HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959 John Michael every Wed.-Sat. PARK AVENUE BILLIARDS, 714 Park Ave., 215-1557 Random Act from 7:30-11:30 p.m. every Mon. Bike Nite THE ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Live music every Thur.-Sat. DJ Jason spins every Tue. DJ Israel spins every Wed.

PALATKA

DOWNTOWN BLUES BAR & GRILLE, 714 St. Johns Ave., (386) 325-5454 Garage Band at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3. Local talent every Wed. Karaoke every Thur. Country music showcase every Fri. Blues jam every Sun.

PONTE VEDRA, PALM VALLEY

ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 820 A1A N., Ste. E-18, 834-2492 Richard Smith on Aug. 1. Jimmy Solari on Aug. 2.

D-Lo Thompson on Aug. 3. Mystic Vibes on Aug. 4. Live music every Wed.-Sat. LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE, 301 N. Roscoe Blvd., 285-0139 The Monster Fool at 6 p.m. on Aug. 4. Mike Shackelford & Rick Johnson from 7-10 p.m. every Fri. The

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EL POTRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 1553 Third St. N., 241-6910 Wilfredo Lopez every Wed. & Sat. ENGINE 15 BREWING COMPANY, 1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217, 249-2337 Live music every Thur.

FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB, 410 N. Third St., 242-9499 Live music every Tue.-Sat. FLY’S TIE IRISH PUB, 177 E. Sailfish Dr., Atlantic Beach, 246-4293 Spade McQuade & the Allstars at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4. Songwriters Nite every Tues. Ryan Campbell every Wed. Wes Cobb every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sat. Charlie Walker every Mon. FREEBIRD LIVE, 200 N. First St., 246-2473 Zoogma, Sir Charles and MindPHUK at 8 p.m. on Aug. 1. Thirteen 22 and Get Out Driver at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3. Formatta Farewell Show with Vertical Axis, Coming This Fall and Jenni Reid at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4. Neon Trees, Walk the Moon and Twenty One Pilots on Aug. 8 ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 108 First St., Neptune Beach, 372-0943 Brian Rogers on Aug. 1. Doug MacRae on Aug. 2.

Randy Jagers on Aug. 3. John Austill on Aug. 4. Live music every Wed.-Sat. LILLIE’S COFFEE BAR, 200 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-2922 Live music at 7:30 p.m. every Sat. LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 N. First St., 249-5181 The Gootch at 10 p.m. on Aug. 10 & 11. Split Tone at 10:30 p.m. every Tue. Uncommon Legends every Wed. Ryan Campbell every Thur. Wits End every Sun. Little Green Men every Mon. MAYPORT TAVERN, 2775 Old Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 270-0801 Circle of Influence at 9 p.m. on Aug. 4. A DJ spins every Wed., Thur., Fri. & Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1018 N. Third St., Ste. 2, 246-1500 Earphunk on Aug. 1. Chillula on Aug. 2. Late Nite Transfer on Aug. 4. Kurt Lanham on Aug. 5. Live music every Wed.-Sun. MEZZA LUNA, 110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573 Neil Dixon at 6 p.m. every Tue. Gypsies Ginger at 6 p.m. every Wed. Mike Shackelford and Rick Johnson at 6 p.m. every Thur.

MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN, 1850 S. Third St., 246-1070 Wes Cobb at 10 p.m. every Tue. DJ Austin Williams spins dance & for Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Wed., Sat. & Sun. DJ Papa Sugar spins dance music at 9 p.m. every Mon., Thur. & Fri. NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE, 2309 Beach Blvd., 247-3300 Reggae on the deck every Thur. Live music every Fri. & Sun. Live music every third Wed. NORTH BEACH BISTRO, 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105 Dan Coady at 7 p.m. on Aug. 2. Katie Fair at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 3. Neil Dixon at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 4. Live music every Thur.-Sat. THE PIER CANTINA & SANDBAR, 445 Eighth Ave. N., 246-6454 Darren Corlew and Johnny Flood at 7 p.m. every Thur.

DJ Infader every Fri. Nate Holley every Sat. POE’S TAVERN, 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7637 Grandpa’s Cough Medicine on Aug. 2. Whetherman on Aug. 4 RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7877 Ron Perry at 7 p.m. on Aug. 1. Yankee Slickers on Aug. 2. Something Distant at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4. Smith & Dixon on Aug. 5. Live music every Wed.-Sun. RUSH STREET/CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL, 320 N. First St., 270-8565 A DJ spins at 10 p.m. every Wed., Fri. & Sat. SUN DOG, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 241-8221 Buck Smith Project on Aug. 1. Tangle Box at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2. Mr. Natural at 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4. Hoffman’s Voodoo on Aug. 5.

Live music every Tue.-Sun. TIDES BEACH BAR, Hampton Inn, 1515 First St. N., 241-2311 Live music every Thur. & Sun. THE WINE BAR, 320 N. First St., 372-0211 Live music every Fri. & Sat.

Jeremiah Miller

JOHNNY ANGELS, 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120, 997-9850 Harry & Sally from 7-9 p.m. every Wed. Karaoke 7-10 p.m. every Sat. with Gimme the Mike DJs ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR, 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, 854-6060 Billy Buchanan on Aug. 1. Bryan Ripper on Aug. 2.

Brady Reich on Aug. 3. The Druids on Aug. 4. Live music at 8 p.m. every Wed.-Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 9734 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, 997-1955 Paul Haftel on Aug. 1. Charlie Walker at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2. Dave Hendershott on Aug. 3. Papa Crawdaddy Band on Aug. 4. Open mic every Sun. SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY, 9735 Gate Pkwy. N., 997-1999 Chuck Nash every Thur. Live music at 10 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. SUITE, 4880 Big Island Dr., 493-9305 Live music from 9 p.m.mid. every Thur. and 6-9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. URBAN FLATS, 9726 Touchton Rd., 642-1488 Live music every Fri. & Sat. WHISKY RIVER, 4850 Big Island Drive, 645-5571 Bret Michaels at 7 p.m. on Aug. 10. A DJ spins every Fri. & Sat. WILD WING CAFE, 4555 Southside Blvd., 998-9464 Cowford County Band on Aug. 3. Live music every Fri. & Sat. Karaoke every Wed.

SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK

Bread & Butter (from left, Adam Mantorani, Paul Miller and Alex Hayward) plays from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on Aug. 3 at Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub, located at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Drive, Ste. 176, downtown. 374-1247.

Monster Fool from 6-10 p.m. every Sat. Tony Novelly from 6-10 p.m. every Mon. PUSSER’S CARIBBEAN GRILLE, 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, 280-7766 SoundStage on the upper deck every Sun. Live music every Thur.-Sun. URBAN FLATS, 330 A1A N., Ste. 208, 280-5515 Darren Corlew every Tue. Soulo & Deron Baker every Wed.

RIVERSIDE, WESTSIDE

FLA RIDERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB, 243 S. Edgewood Ave. DJ DreOne spins every Wed. for open mic nite HJ’S BAR & GRILL, 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., 317-2783 Karaoke with DJ Ron at 8:30 p.m. every Tue. & DJ Richie at every Fri. Live music every Sat. Open mic at 8 p.m. every Wed. KICKBACKS, 910 King St., 388-9551 Ray & Taylor every Thur.

Robby Shenk every Sun. METRO/RAINBOW ROOM PIANO BAR, 859 Willowbranch Ave., 388-8719 Karaoke Rob spins from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Sun.Wed. DJ Zeke Smith spins at 10 p.m. every Platinum Fri. DJ Michael Murphy spins at 10 p.m. every Spectacular Sat. THE MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave., 388-7807 Convalesce, Mirage Theory, Words Like Vines and Me & the Trinity at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 4. Lilyth Bear CD release show with The Wailing Tree and Love Is at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 10 YESTERDAYS SOCIAL CLUB, 3638 Park St., 387-0502 Open mic for ladies nite at 8 p.m. every Thur. Rotating DJs spin for Pro Bono electronic music party from 7 p.m.-2 a.m. every Sun.

ST. AUGUSTINE, ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH

A1A ALE WORKS, 1 King St., 829-2977 Henry & the Seahawks at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2. Grandpa’s Cough Medicine on Aug. 3 & 4 AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 1915 A1A S., 461-0102 Fermin Spanish guitar from 6-8 p.m. every Thur.

ANN O’MALLEY’S, 23 Orange St., 825-4040 Open mic with Smokin’ Joe on July 31. Greg Ruggiero at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 1. Colton McKenna at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 3. Chelsea Saddler at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 4. Colton McKenna at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 BARLEY REPUBLIC IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE, 48 Spanish St., 547-2023 Live music Fri. & Sat. THE BRITISH PUB, 213 Anastasia Blvd., 810-5111 Karaoke with Jimmy Jamez at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 CELLAR UPSTAIRS, San Sebastian Winery, 157 King St., 826-1594 The Committee at 7 p.m. on Aug. 3. Gary Douglas Campbell at 2 p.m., The Committee at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4. Vinny Jacobs at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 CRUISERS GRILL, 3 St. George St., 824-6993 Live music every Fri. & Sat. Chelsea Saddler every Sun. FLORIDA CRACKER CAFE, 81 St. George St., 829-0397 Lonesome Bert & the Skinny Lizard at 5:30 p.m. every Wed. Ty Cowell at 5:30 p.m. every Sun. HARRY’S, 46 Avenida Menendez, 824-7765 Live music every Fri.

JACK’S BARBECUE, 691 A1A Beach Blvd., 460-8100 Jim Essery at 4 p.m. every Sat. Live music every Thur.-Sat. MARDI GRAS SPORTS BAR, 123 San Marco Ave., 823-8806 Open jam nite with house band at 8 p.m. every Wed. Battle of the DJs with Josh Frazetta & Mardi Gras Mike every last Sun. of the month MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB, 20 Avenida Menendez, 810-1923 Live music every Fri. & Sat. MI CASA CAFE, 69 St. George St., 824-9317 Chelsea Saddler from noon-4 p.m. every Mon., Tue. & Thur. Elizabeth Roth at 11 a.m. every Sun. MILL TOP TAVERN & LISTENING ROOM, 19 1/2 St. George St., 829-2329 Don Oja-Dunaway at 1 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4.

True Blue at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4. Sam Milner at 1 p.m. on Aug. 5. David Dowling at 1 p.m., John Dickie at 5:30, Vinny Jacobs at 9 p.m. every Tue. Don Oja-Dunaway at 1 p.m., Aaron Esposito at 5:30, Todd & Molly Jones at 9 p.m. every Wed. Don Oja-Dunaway at 1 p.m., David Dowling at 5:30, Colton McKenna at 9 p.m. every Thur. Don Oja-Dunaway at 1 p.m., Katherine Archer at 5:30, Aaron Esposito at 9 p.m. every Mon. NOBBY’S, 10 Anastasia Blvd., 547-2188 Wet Nurse at 9 p.m. on Aug. 18 SCARLETT O’HARA’S, 70 Hypolita St., 824-6535 Chillula on Aug. 4. Lil Blaze & DJ Alex are in for Karaoke every Mon. SPANISH BAKERY, 42 St. George St., 377-7063 St. George Players & the Bilge Rats at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 SPY GLOBAL CUISINE & LOUNGE, 21 Hypolita St., 819-5637 Live music every Fri.-Sun. TAPS BAR & GRILL, 2220 C.R. 210 W., 819-1554 Circle of Influence from 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. on Aug. 3. True Adkins from 9 p.m.-mid. on Aug. 3. Live music every Fri. & Sat. THE TASTING ROOM, 25 Cuna St., 810-2400 Bossa nova with Monica da Silva & Chad Alger from 5-8 p.m. every Sun. TRADEWINDS, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Hooch at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4. Mark Hart every Mon.-Wed. Open mic every Thur. Mark Hart & Jim Carrick every Fri. Elizabeth Roth at 1 p.m., Mark Hart at 5 p.m. every Sat. Keith Godwin at 1 p.m., Wade at 5 p.m. every Sun. Matanzas at 9 p.m.

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AROMAS CIGARS & WINE BAR, 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, 928-0515 Live jazz from 8-11 p.m. every Tue. Beer house rock every Wed. Live music every Thur. Will Hurley every Fri. Bill Rice at 9 p.m. every Sat. BAHAMA BREEZE, 10205 River Coast Dr., 646-1031 Clarence Wears every Tue. Selwyn Toby every Wed. Barry O at 4 p.m., Laree App at 7:30 p.m. every Thur. Laree App at 4 p.m., Selwyn Toby at 8 p.m. every Fri. Barry O at 4 p.m., Laree App at 8 p.m. every Sat. Selwyn Toby at 4 p.m., Laree App at 7:30 p.m. every Sun. Clarence Wears at 4 p.m., Selwyn Toby at 7:30 p.m. every Mon. Caribbean music on the patio nightly BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE, 4840 Big Island Dr., 345-3466 Live music from 5-7 p.m. every Wed., 9 p.m.-mid. every Thur.-Sat.

ENDO EXO, 1224 Kings Ave., 396-7733 DJ J-Money spins jazz, soul, R&B, house every Fri. DJ Manus spins top 40 & dance every Sat. Open mic with King Ron & T-Roy every Mon. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 1704 San Marco Blvd., 399-1740 Dot Wilder & Peggie Black on Aug. 2. Jazz every second Tue. HAVANA-JAX CUBA LIBRE BAR LOUNGE, 2578 Atlantic Blvd., 399-0609 MVP Band from 6-9 p.m., DJs No Fame & Dr. Doom every Wed. Jazz every Thur. American Top 40 every Fri. Salsa every Sat. JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 Guilty Conscience CD release show with Kaliyl on Aug. 10 MATTHEW’S, 2107 Hendricks Ave., 396-9922 Patrick Evan & Bert Mingea or Mark O’Quinn every Thur.

PIZZA PALACE, 1959 San Marco Blvd., 399-8815 Jennifer Chase at 7:30 p.m. every Sat. SQUARE ONE, 1974 San Marco Blvd., 306-9004 Soul on the Square with MVP Band & Special Formula at 8 p.m.; DJ Dr. Doom at 10:30 p.m. every Mon. DJs Wes Reed & Josh Kemp spin underground dance at 9 p.m. every Wed. DJ Hal spins for Karaoke at 9 p.m. every Thur. Mitch Kuhman & Friends of Blake at 6 p.m. every other Fri. DJs Rogue and Mickey Shadow spin every Factory Sat.

SOUTHSIDE

BOMBA’S, 8560 Beach Blvd., 997-2291 Rawmyst at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3. Open mic with The Foxes from 7-11 p.m. every Tue. & with George every Thur. Live music every Fri. CORNER BISTRO & Wine Bar, 9823 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 1, 619-1931 Matt “Pianoman” Hall every Fri. & Sat. DAVE & BUSTER’S, 7025 Salisbury Rd. S., 296-1525 A DJ spins every Fri. EUROPEAN STREET CAFE, 5500 Beach Blvd., 399-1740 Wilson Family Band at 8 p.m. on Aug. 4. Carolyn Martin Swing Band on Aug. 6 LATITUDE 30, 10370 Philips Hwy., 365-5555 DJ Jeff Bell at 7 p.m. on July 31. Blonde Ambition Band at 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 3 & 4.

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE

BLUE DINER CAFE, 5868 Norwood Ave., 766-7774 Jazz from 7-9 p.m. every first Thur.

BOOTS-N-BOTTLES, 12405 N. Main St., 647-7798 Karaoke every Tue., Thur. & Sun. Open mic every Wed. DAMES POINT MARINA, 4542 Irving Road, 751-3043 Rocco Blu at 7 p.m. on Aug. 3. 4Story at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4. Mr. Natural at 5 p.m. on Aug. 5. Open mic every Wed. DJ Steve spins every Thur. for ladies night FLIGHT 747 LOUNGE, 1500 Airport Rd., 741-4073 Live music every Fri. & Sat. ’70s every Tue. SKYLINE SPORTSBAR, 5611 Norwood Ave., 517-6973 Bigga Rankin & Cool Running DJs every Tue. & 1st Sun. Fusion Band & DJ every Thur. DJ Scar spins every Sun. THREE LAYERS CAFE, 1602 Walnut St., 355-9791 Open mic with Al Poindexter at 7 p.m. on Aug. 2. Jacob Creel at 7 p.m. on Aug. 11 3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL, 2467 Faye Rd., 647-8625 Open mic every Thur. Woodie & Wyatt C. every Fri. Live music every Sat. To get a listing, send band name, show time, date, venue location, street address, city, admission price, and a contact number to print to A&E, 9456 Philips Hwy., Ste. 11, Jacksonville FL 32256 or email events@folioweekly.com.

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Pop Goes the World Doug Waterfield explores the peculiarities of the Atomic Age

DOUG WATERFIELD’S “DOOMTOWN” Opens Friday, Aug. 3 from 5-11 p.m. Runs through Sept. 30. Gallery is open Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. space:eight gallery, 228 W. King St., St. Augustine 829-2838

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n 1951, President Harry S Truman turned 1,360 square miles of desert military bombing range into the Nevada Test Site for atomic weapons. The nuclear detonations lasted from the early ’50s to 1992 and could be seen from as far away as Las Vegas. Ritzy hotels and casinos along the Vegas strip would host “viewing parties” where patrons could enjoy a cocktail while watching the mushroom clouds billow 65 miles away. For 43-year-old artist Doug Waterfield, this bygone era proved inspiration for his latest series, “Doomtown,” opening at space:eight gallery in West Augustine.

Waterfield, an associate professor of art and department chair at University of Nebraska at Kearney, has shown his work at spaces ranging from the Library of Congress to the National Atomic Testing Museum in Las Vegas.

Folio Weekly: How did you and space:eight gallery owner, Rob DePiazza, get hooked up for the show?

Doug Waterfield: Rob and I go way back. We fought in ’Nam together and he saved my life on more than one occasion. He even jumped on a grenade for me and got himself killed two or three times. Well, either that, or I stumbled across him and his fine gallery through Facebook. He is such a nice man.

F.W.: Had you been to St. Augustine?

D.W.: I was there once for a couple of enjoyable days in 1989. I remember lots of Spanish mission-style architecture and a lighthouse somewhere. I also recall some odd Tragedy in U.S. History Museum [closed in 1998] that had Jayne Mansfield’s death car. I think they had Bonnie and Clyde’s car as well. I also remember eating really good seafood somewhere — pleasant memories all.

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F.W.: Yes, that’s no longer here. Your new series focuses on the Atomic Age. Tell me about how and when your fascination with that era of Americana began.

D.W.: The Atomic Age has held a fascination for me as far back as I can remember. It’s only been in the last five years or so that I began to explore the nuclear aspect of it.

The objects of popular culture from that time were a direct result of atomic paranoia and a deep fear of Communism. The way that we as a society converted our abject terror of nuclear annihilation into a love for giant bugs and radioactive lizard-men and then fused it with the Space Race that gave us aerodynamic everything — from coffee tables to cars — is truly astonishing.

As I dug deeper and discovered some of the actual testing processes, I was hooked. The fact that Civil Defense workers actually built

“Doomtown XIV: Swimming at the Last Frontier,” 2011, oil on canvas

the “Survival Towns” aka “Doomtowns” to see what the effect of an atomic blast would be on the typical suburban neighborhood was astonishing. There were some magazine articles, one in Life from 1955, I think. If I had been around then and seen the photos of

testing — brochures, pamphlets, atomic comics, some mildly radioactive uranium glass plates and even a little piece of Trinitite. I also collect old atomic-era movie posters when I can find them, but they are hard to find in the affordable range these days.

The Atomic Age has held a fascination for me as far back as I can remember. It’s only been in the last five years or so that I began to explore the nuclear aspect of it. the charred mannequins of men, women and children, I think I would have found it pretty chilling. And now, the image of the mushroom cloud is the product of a bygone age.

F.W.: Do you consider yourself a “prepper”?

D.W.: I’m a prepper, you’re a prepper, wouldn’t you like to be a prepper, too? No, I’m no prepper.

If the big one comes, I do not want to be left behind to mutate into a zombie and wander aimlessly over the surface of the scorched earth.

I’ll just put on some dark sunglasses, pour a nice Scotch and enjoy the spectacle.

F.W.: Have you made any preparations for a possible nuclear apocalypse?

D.W.: I have not really tricked out my basement into a bomb shelter, but I have collected a number of Cold War artifacts related to atomic

F.W.: You’re an associate professor of art at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Have you integrated your “Doomtown” series into the syllabus?

D.W.: My students were one of the reasons I began this series. I would refer to it occasionally in class. They literally had no idea what I was talking about when I would refer to the Cold War or atomic testing or Communist paranoia. I decided they were probably not alone, and so I embarked on this series to educate, mainly. I have taken great pains to try and not have a political perspective on the morality of the bomb. There are valid arguments on both sides. I just want to raise awareness about some of the peculiar details. ❏ Kara Pound themail@folioweekly.com

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PERFORMANCE PETER PAN The seventh annual High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience stages this tale of a boy who doesn’t want to grow up at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3 and 4, and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 at Wilson Center for the Arts, FSCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $25. 632-3373, 646-2222.

KUUMBA! Kuumba!: The History of African American Art, Music, & Film on the First Coast features the work of African-American artists including James Crichlow, Emile Dillon, Daniel Wynn, Rhonda Bristol, Marsha Hatcher, Keith Doles and Overstreet Ducasse, from 5-8 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Juice, A Jen Jones Gallery, 1 Independent Drive, Wells Fargo Center, downtown Jacksonville. Dr. Leonard Bowie signs copies of his book, “African American Musical Heritage.” Live jazz, a historic filmography and photography presentation, and paintings and sculptures are also featured. jen@jenjonesart.com GOD’S FAVORITE Amelia Community Theatre stages the Neil Simon comedy at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2, 3 and 4, 9-11 and 16-18, and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 12 at 207 Cedar St., Fernandina Beach. Tickets are $20; $10 for students. 261-6749.

REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL Players by the Sea presents this comedic stage adaptation of the cult classic film, about the perceived horrors of marijuana, at 8 p.m. on Aug. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 at 106 N. Sixth St., Jax Beach. Tickets are $25. 249-0289.

LEND ME A TENOR The Limelight Theatre stages Ken Ludwig’s musical farce about two rival opera singers at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5, 12 and 19 at 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. Tickets are $25; $22 for seniors; $20 for military and students. 825-1164.

HANK & MY HONKY TONK HEROES Jason Petty stars in this musical rendering of the life of country music legend Hank Williams (the original), with performances running through Aug. 19 at Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Evening and matinee tickets range from $35-$42. 641-1212.

MAD COWFORD IMPROV This local comedy troupe performs at 8:15 p.m. on Aug. 3 and 4 and every Fri. and Sat. at Northstar Substation, 119 E. Bay St., Jacksonville. Admission is $5. 860-5451.

JACKSONVILLE CHILDREN’S CHORUS The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus hosts its Alumni Serenade at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 16 at Friday Musicale, 645 Oak St., Riverside. Tickets are $25. 353-1636.

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CALLS & WORKSHOPS ACTING & MOVING FOR THE CAMERA Nadine Vaughan teaches cinematic acting methods for all skill levels from 5:30-7 p.m. on Aug. 2 and 9 at 1525 Lime St., Fernandina Beach. Each class is $15. 491-0904. psychespace@earthlink.net HERITAGE SINGERS AUDITIONS The Heritage Singers seek singers of all voice ranges with auditions on Aug. 13 and every Mon. in August from 6-7 p.m. in the music building at South Jacksonville Presbyterian Church, 2137 Hendricks Ave. Call 434-4625 or email heritagesingjax@aol.com THEATRE SEEKS INSTRUCTORS Limelight Theatre seeks dance instructors for children, teens and adults, and vocal coaches, yoga instructors, aerobics instructors and acting coaches to fill its education calendar for summer and fall. For details, call 825-1164 ext. 16.

THEATRICAL ARTS Classes in theatrical performance, including song and dance, are held Mon.-Fri. at The Performers Academy, 3674 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Fees vary. 322-7672. theperformersacademy.com OIL PAINTING CLASS Disney director George Scribner leads total immersion oil painting workshops from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Aug. 24, 25 and 26, at a fee of $295, at The Art Institute of Jacksonville, 8775 Baypine Rd., Jacksonville. Scribnerworkshop.blogspot.com DANCE CLASSES The Dance Shack offers classes in several styles for all ages and skill levels every Mon.-Fri. at 3837 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville. 527-8694. thedanceshack.com MURRAY HILL ART CLASSES The Murray Hill Art Center, at 4327 Kerle St., Jacksonville, offers six-week art classes for adults and children. Adult classes are $80; $50 for kids’ classes. 677-2787. artsjax.org DRAMATIC ARTS AT BEACHES Players by the Sea offers classes and workshops in theatrical performance for all ages and skill levels Mon.-Fri. at 106 N. Sixth St., Jax Beach. Fees vary. 249-0289.

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JAZZ MUSICIANS The Jazzland Café seeks musicians who play piano, bass or drums, for a new ensemble being formed. For details, email Carole Freeman at info@jazlandcafe.com

CLASSICAL & JAZZ

MARION MEADOWS The jazz saxophonist performs at 7 and 10 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Ritz Theatre & Museum, 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville.

Tickets are $25 for each show. 632-5555.

JAZZ ON THE SOUTHSIDE The Jazzland Café features live music every Thur. from 6-9 p.m. and every Fri. and Sat. at 8 p.m. at 1324 University Blvd.

N., Jacksonville. 249-1009.

DINO SALIBA Saxophonist Saliba appears at 6 p.m. every Sat. at Tonino’s Trattoria, 7001 Merrill Rd., Jacksonville. 743-3848.

JAZZ IN RIVERSIDE Trumpeter Ray Callendar and guitarist Taylor Roberts are featured at 7 p.m. every Thur. at Kickbacks Gastropub, 910 King St., Jacksonville. 388-9551.

JAZZ AT TREE STEAKHOUSE Boril Ivanov Trio plays at 7 p.m. every Thur. and pianist David Gum plays at 7 p.m. every Fri. at Tree Steakhouse, 11362 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. 262-0006.

JAZZ IN ST. AUGUSTINE Live jazz is featured nightly at Rhett’s Piano Bar & Brasserie, 66 Hypolita St., St. Augustine. 825-0502.

ORGAN RECITAL SERIES The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd hosts organist Christopher Jacobson of Columbia, S.C., at 6 p.m. on Aug. 12 at 1100 Stockton St., Jacksonville. 387-5691.

Jacksonville, and features local and regional artists, strolling performers, bands and a farmers market.

Admission is free. 554-6865, 389-2449. riversideartsmarket.com NORTH BEACH ARTS MARKET The market features arts & crafts, produce, community services and kids’ activities from 3-7 p.m. every Sat. at North Beach Park, 3721 Coastal Highway A1A, Vilano Beach (where the wooden walkover crosses A1A). 910-8386.

NORTH BEACHES ART WALK Galleries of Atlantic and Neptune beaches are open late, from 5-9 p.m., on Aug. 16 and every third Thur. of the month at various venues from Sailfish Drive in Atlantic Beach to Neptune Beach and Town Center.

For a list of participating galleries, call 249-2222.

UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT The self-guided tour features galleries, antique stores and shops open from 5-9 p.m. on Aug. 25 in St. Augustine’s San Marco District.

824-3152.

MUSEUMS

AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM At First Wednesday Art Walk, you can take a self-guided tour. This month’s Jaguar-themed “Tealville” is held from 5-9 p.m. on Aug. 1 in OF HISTORY downtown Jacksonville, spanning a 15-block radius of galleries, museums, bars and eateries. 634-0303 ext. 230.

Photo credit: Downtown Vision 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 261-7378. The interactive “Kid’s Construct! Architecture for Children” is on display through Aug. The permanent collection includes through Aug. 12. The exhibit “ReFocus: Art of the 1970s” runs exhibit of Charlie Badalati’s color photographs of wild birds, through Aug. 26. Cathedral Arts Project’s “Best of the Best” is artifacts from Nassau County’s Spanish Mission period. opens on Aug. 3, with a reception held from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

FIRST WEDNESDAY ART WALK featured through Aug. 31.

CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS ROTUNDA GALLERY The self-guided tour, the Jaguar-themed “Tealville,” is held RITZ THEATRE & MUSEUM 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 356-6857. The exhibit St. Johns County Admin. Bldg., 500 San Sebastian View, St. from 5-9 p.m. on Aug. 1 in downtown Jacksonville, spanning 829 N. Davis St., Jacksonville, 632-5555. An exhibit “Miradas: Ancient Roots in Modern and Contemporary Augustine, 471-9980. The exhibit “Creative Visions: Art by the a 15-block radius of galleries, museums, bars and eateries. celebrating local African-American athletes and sports Mexican Art” is on display through Sept. 16. “Beyond Ukiyo-e: Youth of St. Johns County” is on display through Sept. 21.

634-0303 ext. 230. figures, “More Than a Game: African-American Sports in Japanese Woodblock Prints and their influence on Western SIMPLE GESTURES GALLERY FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK Jacksonville, 1900-1975,” is currently on display. Admission Art” runs through Aug. 9. “50 Forward: New Additions to the 4 E. White St., St. Augustine, 827-9997. Eclectic works by The self-guided tour features 25 participating galleries from is $8 for adults, $5 for children, students and seniors. Open Permanent Collection” is displayed through Aug. 15.

Steve Marrazzo are featured.

5-9 p.m. on Aug. 3 in downtown St. Augustine. 829-0065.

Tue.-Sun. JACKSONVILLE MARITIME HERITAGE CENTER SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY MID-WEEK MARKET 2 Independent Drive, Ste. 162, Jacksonville, 355-1101. The 6 E. Bay St., Jacksonville, 553-6361. The gallery features Arts & crafts, local produce and live music are featured every museum’s permanent collection includes steamboats and works by 29 local artists in various media.

Wed. from 3-6 p.m. at Bull Memorial Park, corner of East various nautical-themed art.

SPACE:EIGHT GALLERY Coast Drive and Seventh Street, Atlantic Beach. 247-5800.

KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM 228 W. King St., St. Augustine, 829-2838. The opening DOWNTOWN FRIDAY MARKET 101 W. First St., Jacksonville, 356-2992. The exhibit “The reception for an exhibit of recent works by Doug Waterfield 233 WEST KING Arts & crafts and local produce are offered every Fri. from Final Days of the American Civil War” is on display through is held from 5-11 p.m. on Aug. 3. The exhibit is on display 233 W. King St., St. Augustine, 910-8925. The exhibit “Avarice 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Aug. 28. The permanent collection includes rare manuscripts. through Sept. 30. or Empathy,” featuring the work of Eric Palmer, opens on Aug. Drive. 353-1188.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION 3. The gallery will remain open for First Friday Art Walk.

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 366-6911. “Project Atrium: 22 Marine St., St. Augustine, 824-2310. The gallery’s AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION ARTISTS’ GUILD & GALLERY The Arts Market is held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Sat. Tristin Lowe” is on display through Oct. 28. “The Joys of permanent collection features 16th-century artifacts detailing 94 Village Circle, Fernandina Beach, 432-1750. “Summer beneath the Fuller Warren Bridge on Riverside Avenue, Collecting: Selections from the Eisen Collection” is on display Sir Francis Drake’s 1586 burning of St. Augustine.

Time Show” is displayed through Aug. 4.

STUDIO 121 AMIRO ART & FOUND 121 W. Forsyth St., Ste. 100, Jacksonville, 292-9303. This 9C Aviles St., St. Augustine, 824-8460. Recent works by Jan working studio and gallery space features the work of Doug Master, Estella Fransbergen, Marcia Myrick Siany, Deane Eng, Joyce Gabiou, Bill Yates, Robert Leedy, Terese Muller, Kellogg and Ginny Bullard are featured through July.

Mary St. Germain and Tony Wood.

THE ART CENTER PREMIERE GALLERY UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA GALLERY Bank of America Tower, 50 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, 620-2534. The exhibit “Passion to 355-1757. The group show “Black and White” is on display Abstraction – the Paintings of Dottie S. Dorion” is displayed through Aug. 9. through Aug. 3.

BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA BIOLOGICAL 869 Stockton St., Ste. 1, Jacksonville, 855-1181.

SCIENCES BUILDING “Entangled,” an installation of mixed media and found objects The recently completed Wellspring Sculpture by St. Augustine

by Courtney McCracken, runs through Sept. 23. sculptor and glassblower Thomas Long is on display in the THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH new Biological Sciences building.

50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-0614. The exhibit WHITE PEONY 216 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 819-9770. This gallery “Slightly Left of Center,” featuring works by the Society of boutique features a variety of handcrafted jewelry, wearable Mixed Media Artists (SoMMA), is on display through Sept. 1. art and recycled/upcycled items.

FIRST STREET GALLERY WORLEY FAVER GALLERY 216-B First St., Neptune Beach, 241-6928. The exhibit “At 11A Aviles St., St. Augustine, 304-2310. This artist-owned Water’s Edge,” a collection of recent works by pastel artist studio features pottery and works by Dena and Lyn Asselta, is featured through Aug. 31.

Worley Faver.

HASKELL GALLERY Jax International Airport, 14201 Pecan Park Road, 741-3546.

For a complete list of galleries, log on to folioweekly.com.

Recent works by Thomas Hager and Christina Foard are on To list your event, send info – time, date, location (street display through Sept. Works by Louise Freshman Brown and address, city), admission price and contact number to print Dustin Harewood are in the Concourse art display cases.

– to A&E, 9456 Philips Hwy., Ste. 11, Jacksonville FL 32256 JAXPORT GALLERY or email events@folioweekly.com. Deadline is 4 p.m. Tue. 2831 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, 357-3052. The exhibit for the next week’s issue. Events are included on a space“Transformation Through Transportation – Cathedral Arts available basis.

Project” runs through Aug. 3.

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus hosts its Alumni Serenade at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 16 at Friday Musicale, 645 Oak St., Jacksonville. Tickets are $25. 353-1636.

OCEAN BOOKS & ART 200 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach. “Coastal Wings,” an

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They’re all here for the WWE Raw World Tour: John Cena (pictured), CM Punk, Chris Jerico, Big Show, The Miz, Daniel Bryan, Zack Ryder, Dolph Ziggler and Kofi Kingston. The blood, sweat and fears flow at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 3 at Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 Randolph Blvd., downtown. Tickets range from $24.05-$108.35. 800-745-3000. wwe.com

EVENTS

FIRST RESPONDER APPRECIATION NIGHT This benefit event is held from 6-10 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Whisky River, 4850 Big Island Drive, St. Johns Town Center. All first responders, firefighters, EMS and police officers get a free cocktail, and there’s a raffle for an Adamec Harley Davidson … and a Firefighter Date Auction at 9 p.m.! Proceeds benefit the family of firefighter Jason Bishop, recently killed while helping others. 645-5571.

HORSE SHOWS IN THE PARK The hunter jumper show features over-fences and flat classes for all riding skill levels, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. on Aug. 4 and 5 at the Equestrian Center, 13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville. Spectator admission is free. 573-4895.

MUSIC BY THE SEA The free concert series continues with Steam the Band from 7-9 p.m. on Aug. 1 at the Pier & Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach.

Each week, an area restaurant offers its fare. 347-8007. thecivicassociation.org CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA The 22nd annual series continues with Rick Levy & The Falling Bones performing from 1-5 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Plaza de la Constitución, downtown St. Augustine. Bring a chair or blanket. Concerts continue at 7 p.m. every Thur. through Labor Day. 824-1004.

COSMIC CONCERTS Laser shows include Laser Beach Boys at 7 p.m., Laser Pink Floyd: “Wish You Were Here” at 8 p.m., Laser Pink Floyd: “Dark Side of the Moon” at 9 p.m. and Laser Pink Floyd: The Best of “The Wall” at 10 p.m. on Aug. 3 in Bryan-Gooding Planetarium, Museum of Science & History, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville. Online tickets are $5.

396-7062. moshplanetarium.org JACKSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET Northeast Florida’s largest farmers’ market is also its oldest. Nearly 200 year-round vendors and farmers offer everything from live chickens and homemade honey to lemongrass and locally grown blueberries. There’s even a restaurant, Andy’s Farmers Market Grill, onsite. Navigable aisles, indoor and outdoor stalls, plenty of parking and it’s open dawn to dusk, seven days a week, every day of the year. 1810 W. Beaver St., Jacksonville. 354-2821. jaxfarmersmarket.com FARMERS MARKET OF SAN MARCO Fresh local and regional produce, homemade chai tea and San Marco local honey are offered from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. every Sat. at 1620 Naldo Ave., near the corner of LaSalle Street and Hendricks Avenue, in Swaims United Methodist Church parking lot. 607-9935.

POLITICS, BUSINESS, ACTIVISM

UNF LEGAL STUDIES OPEN HOUSE The UNF Legal Studies program holds an open house from 6-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2 at University of North Florida’s University Center, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville. Instructors are on hand. Admission is free; registration is required. 620-4200. unflsi.com SOUTHSIDE BUSINESS MEN’S CLUB A representative from the Clara White Mission is the featured speaker at 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 1 at San Jose Country Club, 7529 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. Admission is $20. 396-5559.

SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Where’s the Money? And How Do I Get It? is offered from 6-9 p.m. on Aug. 2 at the Small Business Development Center at University of North Florida, 12000 Alumni Dr., Jacksonville. The fee is $40 in advance, $50 day of workshop. How to S-T-A-R-T-U-P Your Own Business is held from 6-9 p.m. on Aug. 16. The fee is $40. A business startup kit for Duval and surrounding counties is included in the fee. 620-2476. sbdc.unf.edu JACKSONVILLE JOURNEY The oversight committee of this crime-fighting initiative meets at 4 p.m. on Aug. 16 in Eighth Floor Conference Room 851, Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville. 630-7306.

BOOKS & WRITING

ENNIS DAVIS, ROBERT MANN Local authors Davis and Mann, “Reclaiming Jacksonville: Stories Behind the River City’s Historic Landmarks,” appear at 1 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, St. Johns Town Center, 10280 Midtown Parkway, Jacksonville. 928-2027.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

JIM GAFFIGAN IN PALE WE TRUST: THE AMERICA TOUR Aug. 11, The Florida Theatre BANDING TOGETHER FOR AUSTIN BENEFIT: DANKA, B.A.S.H., MR. NATURAL, FLAT BLACK AND ZERO-N Aug. 12, Freebird Live GREAT SOUTHERN TAILGATE COOKOFF Aug. 24 & 25, Amelia Island FOLIO WEEKLY INVITATIONAL ARTIST EXHIBITION Aug. 24-Dec. 2, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens CLEAN WATER FESTIVAL Aug. 25, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE FRESH BEAT BAND Aug. 25, St. Augustine Amphitheatre JOYCE DEWITT IN ”REMEMBER ME” Sept. 5-Oct. 7, Alhambra Theatre & Dining OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE OPEN HOUSE Sept. 12, UNF’s University Center FIGHT NIGHT IN DUVAL PRO BOXING Sept. 15, Brewster’s MegaPlex IMAGINATION MOVERS Sept. 21, The Florida Theatre SESAME STREET LIVE: ELMO MAKES MUSIC Sept. 29, T-U Center Moran Theater FLORIDA FORUM WITH WALTER ISAACSON Oct. 2, T-U Center KEVIN HART LET ME EXPLAIN TOUR Oct. 12, T-U Center O.A.R. Oct. 12, St. Augustine Amphitheatre FOLIO WEEKLY’S 4TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST Oct. 20, St. Augustine Amphitheatre

NATURE, SPORTS, OUTDOORS

5K STADIUM CHALLENGE The second annual challenge is held at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4 at EverBank Field, downtown sports complex. The run includes all seven levels of EverBank Field, and there’s a Fun Run and walking courses. Entry fees are $35 till Aug. 3; $40 day of race. Proceeds benefit Duval County youth programs. jaxevents.com JACKSONVILLE SUNS The local Southern League team starts a homestand against the Montgomery Biscuits at 7:05 p.m. on Aug. 3 (Family Fireworks) at the Baseball Grounds, 301 Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville. Games continue at 6:05 p.m. on Aug. 4 (’80s Night, Post-Game Concert), at 6:05 p.m. on Aug. 5 (Library Day, South Georgia Day), at 7:05 p.m. on Aug. 6 (St. Johns County Night, Belly Buster Monday) and at 7:05 p.m. on Aug. 7 (Folio Weekly Fifty-Cent Family Feast Night). Tickets range from $7.50-$22.50. 358-2846. jaxsuns.com JAGUARS VS. NEW YORK GIANTS The Jacksonville Jaguars play their first home preseason game against the Giants at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 10 at EverBank Stadium, 1 Stadium Place,

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TALBOT ISLANDS STATE PARK A park ranger discusses spiders at 2 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Ribault Club, Ft. George Island Cultural State Park, 11241 Ft. George Road, Ft. George Island.

The program is free. 251-2320. floridastateparks.org BROWN BAG LUNCH LECTURE The GTM Research Reserve offers a free lunch lecture from noon-1 p.m. on Aug. 3 at the Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra. Resource Management Coordinator Joe Burgess discusses the snakes that call Florida home, common misconceptions about snakes and the importance role they play in ecosystems. Bring your lunch. For reservations, call 823-4500.

GTMNERR PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (is planning an ecological prescribed burn in the coastal strand on the west side of South Ponte Vedra Boulevard, S.R. A1A, through early September. If you have any questions or for more information, call 823-4500.

GUIDED KAYAK EVENTS Kayak Amelia offers all manner of various guided kayak events, including firefly paddles, full moon paddles, bike tours and yoga kayak, held throughout the area, with expert instruction and supervision. Or rent a canoe or kayak and explore the marshes on your own. Kayak Amelia, 13030 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, 251-0016. kayakamelia.com PADDLE BOARD EVENTS Black Creek Outfitters offer standup paddle board mini-lessons every other Tue. throughout the summer, as well as stand-up paddle board yoga, kayak trips to many of Northeast Florida’s most beautiful waterways and SUP demos on the ocean. Call for times, dates and fees.

Black Creek Outfitters, 10051 Skinner Lake Drive, Southside.

645-7003. blackcreekoutfitters.com PING PONG TOURNAMENT A double elimination format ping pong tournament is held at 7 p.m. every Tue. at Green Room Brewing, 228 Third St. N., Jax Beach. 201-9283.

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THE WIGGLES A Celebration! The Wiggles Live in Concert is presented at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 2 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., downtown. It’s the final show for the great team of Anthony, Murray, Jeff and Greg, those fun guys who’ve been together 21 years. Tickets range from $22.65$91.10. 800-745-3000.

STORIES & CRAFTS National Friendship Day is celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 3 at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, St. Johns Town Center, 10280 Midtown Parkway, Jacksonville.

928-2027. A Children’s Storytime is held at 10:30 a.m. every Wed. at Barnes & Noble, 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8, Jacksonville, featuring stories and songs. 886-9904.

SINGLEVISION READING PROGRAM This reading program is held at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 1 at Anastasia Island Branch Library, 124 Seagrove Main St., St. Augustine Beach.

Live animals are on hand. 209-3730. sjcpls.org PETER PAN The seventh annual High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience stages this tale of a boy who doesn’t want to grow up at 8 p.m. on Aug. 3 and 4, at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 2, and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 5 at Wilson Center for the Arts, FSCJ South Campus, 11901 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets are $25. 632-3373, 646-2222.

KIDS’ BIRDING PROGRAM The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Anastasia State Park offers this basic birding program for kids ages 8-12 from 9-10:30 a.m. on Aug. 12 at Anastasia State Park, 1340A A1A S., St. Augustine. The program is free with regular paid park admission. Advance registration is required; call 461-2035.

GOLD HEAD BRANCH STATE PARK SUMMER CAMP The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park offers camp for kids 6-12 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. through Aug. 3 at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park, 6239 S.R. 21, Keystone Heights. The $65 fee includes craft supplies. Campers bring a lunch.

(352) 473-4701.

JAXPARKS SUMMER CAMPS Most summer camps are held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; openings are available on a first-come, first-served basis for kids ages 4-17, with an emphasis on enrichment activities, sports and aquatics.

Extended day is available at most locations. Enrichment camp fees are $75 per two-week session. Other camp fees vary.

Online registration is available. 630-2489. jaxparks.com SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP A new adventure awaits each week at the Museum of Science & History’s Summer Adventure Camps, held from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. through Aug. 10 at Museum of Science & History, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville. In addition to hands-on instruction, planetarium programs and science shows, campers explore the museum’s exhibits, including the new T. rex Named Sue! Camps are offered for Pre-Kindergarteners (Pre-K Camps are half-day or full day) through sixth graders.

Extended-care is available. For details and fees, call 3966674, ext. 226 or register online at themosh.org.

SUMMER ARTS CAMPS The Performers Academy offers dance, theater, acting, creative builders, guitar, art, music and baby dance camps now through Aug. 3 at 3674 Beach Blvd.,

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The ride can fit up to 18 people per ride. Cost per ride is $3 for Zoo members and $4 for general public; riders must be at least 42” tall. The Zoo is located at 370 Zoo Parkway, onehalf mile east from I-95. jacksonvillezoo.org KAYAK LESSONS Black Creek Outfitters offers kayak sessions throughout the summer. Classes are primarily for beginners, and kayakers must know how to swim. For more information, call 645-7003.

T. REX EXHIBIT AT MOSH The traveling exhibit, A T. Rex Named Sue from Chicago’s Field Museum, is open at Museum of Science & History, 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville. It features a cast skeleton of the largest, most complete and best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered: 42 feet long and 12 feet tall. 396-6674. themosh.org

COMMUNITY INTEREST

10 CENT CLOTHING SALE The third annual 10 Cent Clothing Sale is held from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Aug. 4 at New Life Christian Fellowship, 2701 Hodges Blvd., Jacksonville.

Proceeds benefit the Jacksonville Beach Mission House.

223-6000. nlcf.org BABY ANIMALS NEED VOLUNTEERS The Wildlife Rescue Coalition of Northeast Florida needs volunteers 18 years and older to assist at the Wildlife Center, 5853 Seaboard Ave., Jacksonville. Help prepare food, pick up supplies and host fundraisers. 779-5569.

CLASSES & GROUPS

ANCIENT SOUL DANCE Master Egyptian dancer Kawakeb offers classes in Ancient Soul Dance - Dancing in Divine Flow every Sat. through Aug. 25 at Arthur Murray Studio, 84 Theatre Drive, Ste. 300, St. Augustine. Class fee is $50 for five sessions in advance; drop-in rate is $15. No experience required. 819-1889.

ADOPTIVE PARENTS The Greater St. Johns County Foster Adoptive Parents meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on Aug. 16 and every third Thur. each month at Good News Presbyterian Church, 134 Poole Road, St. Augustine. 377-2569.

AMPUTEES TALK SHOP The group meets at 1 p.m. on the second Sat. of the month at various locations throughout Northeast Florida. mysupportjax.com VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA The Duval County Chapter No. 1046 gathers at 7 p.m. on the first Wed. of every month at the Elks Lodge, 1855 West Road, Jacksonville.

419-8821.

COMMUNITY LAUGHTER CLUB The Community Laughter Club for Wellness gathers for Laughter Yoga at 6:30 p.m. every Mon. at The Healing Farm, 2105 Powell Rd., St. Augustine. Seriously, yuck it up! 806-2191. laughteryogastaugustine.com MEN’S WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT PROGRAM Have you tried every diet known to man? Have you successfully lost weight only to gain it back? We are a group of men with similar experiences who get together at 9 a.m. every Sat. and 7 p.m. every Wed. at 12001 Mandarin Road, Rm. 9, Jacksonville.

There are no fees or dues. Call 217-7904 for info. Affiliated with Overeaters Anonymous.

COMMUNITY HOSPICE Community Hospice of Northeast Florida offers support groups and grief workshops held at various times throughout the area. For details and reservations, call 407-6330. communityhospice.com FREE YOGA ON THE RIVER Karen Roumillat, RYT, teaches free gentle yoga at 9 a.m. on the fourth Sun. of the month on the boardwalk, weather permitting, at Walter Jones Historical Park, 11964 Mandarin Road, Jacksonville. Bring a mat.

287-0452.

NAMI SUPPORT GROUP National Alliance on Mental Illness meets from 7-8:30 p.m. every first and third Thur. each month at Ortega United Methodist Church, 4807 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville. Admission is free. 389-5556. ortegaumc.org DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE This support group meets from 6-7:30 p.m. every Tue. at Baptist Medical Center, 800 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville.

For more information, call 322-4040.

Q-GROUP ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS This free, open discussion is held at 5:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. at Quality Life Center, 11265 Alumni Way, Jacksonville. alcoholicanonymous.org To get your event included in this listing, email the time, date, location (street address, city), admission price and contact number to print to events@folioweekly.com or click the link in our Happenings section at folioweekly.com. Events are included on a space-available basis and edited for content.

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n Friday, July 20, those with twin passions for nature and paddling sports attended the 2012 Reel Paddling Film Festival at Atlantic Theatres. Four films celebrated the watery joys of adventure travels, canoeing and stand-up paddling and focused attention on environmental preservation efforts.

Black Creek Outfitters sponsored the event with Budweiser and Folio Weekly. Proceeds benefited the Katie Caples Foundation, promoting organ and tissue donor awareness and the annual Katie Ride For Life. Check out more photos from the Atlantic Beach event on folioweekly.com.

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DINING GUIDE KEY

Average Entrée Cost: $ = Less than $8 $$ = $8-$14 $$$ = $15-$22 $$$$ = $23 & up BW=Beer, Wine FB=Full Bar CM=Children’s Menu TO=Take Out B=Breakfast Br=Brunch L=Lunch D=Dinner

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(In Fernandina Beach unless otherwise noted.)

BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ F At the foot of Centre Street, the upscale restaurant overlooks Harbor Marina. Daily specials, fresh Florida seafood and an extensive wine list. FB. L & D, daily. 1 S. Front St. 261-2660. $$$ BRIGHT MORNINGS The small café offers freshly baked goods. B & L daily. 105 S. Third St. 491-1771. $$ CAFÉ 4750 Chef de Cuisine Garrett Gooch offers roasted sea bass, frutti di mare soup, clam linguini, fresh gelatos. Dine inside or on the terrace. FB. B, L & D, daily. The Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$$ CAFÉ KARIBO F Eclectic cuisine, served under the oaks in historic Fernandina, features sandwiches and chef’s specials.

Alfresco dining. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sat.; L, Sun. & Mon. 27 N. Third St. 277-5269. $$ CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY F European-style breads, pastries, croissants, muffins and pies baked daily. 1014 Atlantic Ave. 491-4663. $ EIGHT A contemporary sports lounge. Burgers, sandwiches, wings, nachos. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Fri. & Sat. The RitzCarlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy. 277-1100. $$ GENNARO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO F Southern Italian cuisine: pasta, gourmet ravioli, hand-tossed pizzas.

Specialties are margharita pizza and shrimp feast. Bread is baked on-site. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 5472 First Coast Highway, Amelia Island, 491-1999. $$ HALFTIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL F Owners John and Bretta Walker offer sports bar fare including onion rings, spring rolls, burgers, wraps and wings. Plenty of TVs show nearly every sport imaginable. BW. L & D, Wed.-Mon. 320 S. Eighth St. 321-0303. $ HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFE & BBQ Pulled pork sandwich, chicken salad and walnut chocolate chunk cookie, served in a laid-back atmosphere. BW. CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 7 S. Third St. 321-0707. $$ JACK & DIANE’S F Casual cafe offers steak & eggs, pancakes, Cajun scampi, etouffée, curry pizza, vegan black bean cakes, shrimp & grits, hand-carved steaks. FB. B, L & D, daily. 708 Centre St. 321-1444. $$ KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR F Teppanyaki masters create your meal; plus a 37-item sushi bar. BW. D, Tue.-Sun. Amelia Plaza. 277-8782. $$ KELLEY’S COURTYARD CAFE F She crab soup, salads, fried green tomatoes, sandwiches and wraps are served indoors or out on the patio. Vegetarian dishes are also offered. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 19 S. Third St. 432-8213. $ LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE F An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys and seafood “little plates” served in a historic house. Dinner features fresh local seafood. Nightly specials. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sat., brunch on Sun. Reservations recommended. 11 S. Seventh St. 432-8394. $$ MONTEGO BAY COFFEE CAFE Locally owned and operated, with specialty coffees, fruit smoothies. Dine in or hit the drivethru. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 463363 S.R. 200, Yulee. 225-3600. $ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. Northern-style pizza by the pie or the slice. Choose from more than 20 toppings. Owner-selected wines and a large beer selection.

BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 925 S. 14th St. 321-3400. $ THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE Organic eatery and juice bar. An extensive menu offers vegetarian, vegan items. Daily specials: local seafood, free-range chicken, fresh organic produce. CM. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 833 TJ Courson Rd. 277-3141. $$ O’KANE’S IRISH PUB F Rustic, genuine Irish pub up front, eatery in back, featuring daily specials, fish-n-chips, and soups served in a sourdough bread bowl. FB. L & D, Mon.Sun. 318 Centre St. 261-1000. $$ PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA F The family restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 520 Centre St. 272-2011. $$ PLAE *Bite Club Certified! In Omni Amelia Island Plantation’s Spa & Shops, the cozy venue offers an innovative and PLAEful dining experience. L, Tue.-Sat.; D, nightly.

277-2132. $$$ SALT, THE GRILL Best of Jax winner. Elegant dining featuring local seafood and produce, served in a contemporary coastal setting. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. The Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 491-6746. $$$$ SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL F Oceanfront dining; local seafood, shrimp, crab cakes, outdoor beachfront tiki & raw bar, covered deck and kids’ playground. CM, FB. L & D, daily.

1998 S. Fletcher Ave. 277-6652. $$ THE SURF F Dine inside or on the large oceanview deck.

Steaks, fresh fish, shrimp, nightly specials. Late-night menu.

FB. L & D, daily. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. 261-5711. $$

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TASTY’S FRESH BURGERS & FRIES F The name pretty much says it all. Tasty’s offers burgers (Angus beef, turkey or veggie) and fries (like cheese fries, sweet potato fries), along with dogs, shakes, floats and soup. L & D, Mon.-Sat. CM, BW. 710 Centre St. 321-0409. $ TIMOTI’S FRY SHAK This new casual seafood restaurant features local wild-caught shrimp, fish and oysters, along with blackboard specials. L & D, daily. CM, BW. 21 N. Third St. 310-6550. $$ T-RAY’S BURGER STATION F A favorite local spot; Best of Jax winner. Grilled or blackened fish sandwiches, homemade burgers. BW, TO. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 202 S. Eighth St. 261-6310. $ 29 SOUTH EATS F Part of historic Fernandina Beach’s downtown scene. Award-winning Chef Scotty serves traditional world cuisine with a modern twist. L, Tue.-Sat.; D, Mon.-Sat.; Sun. brunch. 29 S. Third St. 277-7919. $$

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EAST COAST BUFFET F A 160+ item Chinese, Japanese, American and Italian buffet. Dine in, take out. FB. L & D, Mon.Sat.; Sun. brunch. 9569 Regency Sq. Blvd. N. 726-9888. $$ KABUTO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Steak & shrimp, filet mignon & lobster, shrimp & scallops, a sushi bar, teppanyaki grill and traditional Japanese cuisine. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10055 Atlantic Blvd. 724-8883. $$$ LA NOPALERA Best of Jax winner. See Intracoastal. 8818 Atlantic Blvd. 720-0106. $ NERO’S CAFE F Traditional Italian fare, including seafood, veal, beef, chicken and pasta dishes. Weekly specials are lasagna, 2-for-1 pizza and AYCE spaghetti. CM, FB. L, Sun.; D, daily. 3607 University Blvd. N. 743-3141. $$ REGENCY ALE HOUSE & RAW BAR Generous portions and friendly service in a nautical atmosphere. Fresh fish, specialty pastas, fresh oysters and clams. BW. L & D, daily. 9541 Regency Square Blvd. S. 720-0551. $$ UNIVERSITY DINER F The popular diner serves familiar breakfast fare and lunch like meatloaf, burgers, sandwiches: wraps, BLTs, clubs, melts. Daily specials. BW. B & L, Sat. & Sun.; B, L & D, Mon.-Fri. 5959 Merrill Rd. 762-3433. $

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BISCOTTIS F Mozzarella bruschetta, Avondale pizza, sandwiches, espresso, cappuccino. Revolving daily specials.

B, Tue.-Sun.; L & D, daily. 3556 St. Johns Ave. 387-2060. $$$ THE BLUE FISH RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR Fresh seafood, steaks and more are served in a casual atmosphere. Halfportions are available. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 3551 St. Johns Ave., Shoppes of Avondale. 387-0700. $$$ BRICK RESTAURANT F Creative all-American fare like tuna tartare, seaweed salad and Kobe burger. Outside dining. FB. L & D, daily. 3585 St. Johns Ave. 387-0606. $$$ THE CASBAH F Best of Jax winner. Middle Eastern cuisine is served in a friendly atmosphere. BW. L & D, daily. 3628 St. Johns Ave. 981-9966. $$ ESPETO BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE F Gauchos carve the meat onto your plate from serving tables. FB. D, Tue.-Sun., closed Mon. 4000 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 40. 388-4884. $$$ THE FOX RESTAURANT F A local landmark 50+ years.

Ian & Mary Chase serve classic diner-style fare, homemade desserts. B & L daily. 3580 St. Johns Ave. 387-2669. $ GINJO SUSHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT New at Shoppes of Avondale, Ginjo serves traditional Japanese fare and sushi.

Sake, BW. L & D, daily. 3620 St. Johns Ave. 388-5688. $$ GREEN MAN GOURMET Organic and natural products, spices, teas, salts, BW. Open daily. 3543 St. Johns Ave. 384-0002. $ MOJO NO. 4 F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 3572 St. Johns Ave. 381-6670. $$ ORSAY Best of Jax winner. The French/American bistro focuses on craftsmanship and service. FB. D, Mon.-Sat.; Brunch & D, Sun. 3630 Park St. 381-0909. $$$ TOM & BETTY’S F A Jacksonville tradition for more than 30 years, Tom & Betty’s serves hefty sandwiches with classic car themes, along with homemade-style dishes. CM, FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4409 Roosevelt Blvd. 387-3311. $$

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AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 8060 Philips Hwy. 731-4300. $ ANCIENT CITY SUBS Locally owned-and-operated by Andy and Rhonna Rockwell, the St. Augustine-themed sandwich shop, now in Baymeadows, serves gourmet subs – toasted, pressed or cold – and salads. CM, TO. Mon.-Sat. 8060 Philips Hwy., Ste. 207 (at Baymeadows Rd.). 446-9988. $ BROADWAY RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA F Family-owned-&operated NYC-style pizzeria serves hand-tossed, brickoven-baked pizza, traditional Italian dinners, wings, subs.

Delivery. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3. 519-8000. $$ CAFE CONFLUENCE F The European coffeehouse serves Italian specialty coffees and smoothies, along with paninis, salads and European chocolates. Outdoor dining. BW. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 8612 Baymeadows Rd. 733-7840. $ CHA-CHA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT F Owner Celso

Café Karibo serves an eclectic menu of unique salads, fresh seafood and homemade veggie burgers, in the dining room or outside in the tree-shaded courtyard, on North Third Street in downtown Fernandina Beach.

Alvarado offers authentic Mexican fare with 26 combo dinners and specialty dishes including chalupas, enchiladas, burritos.

FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9551 Baymeadows Rd. 737-9903. $$ CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F Chicago-style deepdish pizzas, hot dogs, Italian beef dishes from the Comastro family, serving authentic Windy City favorites for 25+ years.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 8206 Philips Hwy. 731-9797. $$ DEERWOOD DELI & DINER F The ’50s-style diner serves malts, shakes, Reubens, Cubans, burgers, and traditional breakfast items. CM. B & L, daily. 9934 Old Baymeadows Rd. 641-4877. $$ THE FIFTH ELEMENT F Authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes made with artistic flair. Lunch buffet includes lamb, goat, chicken, tandoori and biryani items. CM. L & D, daily. 9485 Baymeadows Rd. 448-8265. $$ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F See Orange Park. 8650 Baymeadows Rd. 448-0500. $$ INDIA RESTAURANT F Best of Jax winner. Extensive menu of entrées, clay-oven grilled Tandoori specialties and chicken tandoor, fish, seafood and korma. L, Mon.-Sat., D, daily. 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8. 620-0777. $$ LARRY’S GIANT SUBS F With locations all over Northeast Florida, Larry’s piles subs up with fresh fixins and serves ’em fast. Some Larry’s Subs offer B & W and/or serve breakfast.

CM. L & D, daily. 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 9 (Goodby’s Creek), 737-7740; 8616 Baymeadows Rd. 739-2498. $ LEMONGRASS F Upscale Thai cuisine in a metropolitan atmosphere. Chef Aphayasane’s innovative creations include roast duckling and fried snapper. BW. R. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.Sat. 9846 Old Baymeadows Rd. 645-9911. $$ MANDALOUN MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE *Bite Club Certified! F The Lebanese restaurant offers authentic cuisine: lahm meshwe, kafta khoshkhas and baked filet of red snapper. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9862 Old Baymeadows Rd. 646-1881. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax winner. The organic supermarket offers a full deli and a hot bar with fresh soups, quesadillas, rotisserie chicken and vegan sushi, as well as a fresh juice and smoothie bar. 11030 Baymeadows Rd. 260-2791. $ OMAHA STEAKHOUSE *Bite Club Certified! Center-cut beef, seafood, sandwiches served in an English tavern atmosphere. Signature dish is a 16-ounce bone-in ribeye.

Desserts include crème brûlée. FB. L & D, daily. 9300 Baymeadows Rd., Embassy Suites Hotel. 739-6633. $$ PATTAYA THAI GRILLE F Traditional Thai and vegetarian items and a 40-plus item vegetarian menu served in a contemporary atmosphere. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1. 646-9506. $$ PIZZA PALACE F See San Marco. 3928 Baymeadows Rd. 527-8649. $$

STICKY FINGERS F Memphis-style rib house specializes in barbecue ribs served several ways. FB. L & D, daily. 8129 Point Meadows Way. 493-7427. $$ UDIPI CAFE This new place serves authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine. L & D, Tue.-Fri. 8642 Baymeadows Rd. 402-8084. $ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. L & D, daily. 9910 Old Baymeadows Rd. 641-7171. $

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A LA CARTE Authentic New England fare like Maine lobster rolls, fried Ipswich clams, crab or clam cake sandwich, fried shrimp basket, haddock sandwich, clam chowdah, birch beer and blueberry soda. Dine inside or on the deck. TO. L, Fri.-Tue. 331 First Ave. N. 241-2005. $$ AL’S PIZZA F Serving hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, calzones and Italian entrees for more than 21 years. Voted Best Pizza

by Folio Weekly readers from 1996-2011. BW. L & D, daily. 303 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-0002. $ ANGIE’S SUBS F Best of Jax winner. Subs are made-toorder fresh. Serious casual. Wicked good iced tea. 1436 Beach Blvd. 246-2519. $ BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET F The full fresh seafood market serves seafood baskets, fish tacos, oyster baskets, Philly cheesesteaks. Dine indoors or outside.

Beach delivery. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 120 S. Third St. 444-8862. $$ BONGIORNO’S PHILLY STEAK SHOP F South Philly’s Bongiorno clan imports Amoroso rolls for Real Deal cheesesteak, Original Gobbler, clubs, wraps, burgers, dogs. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2294 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach. 246-3278. $$ BONO’S PIT BAR-B-Q F Baby back ribs, fried corn, sweet potatoes, wide varieties of barbecue. BW. L & D, daily. 1307 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 270-2666. 1266 S. Third St. 249-8704. bonosbarbq.com $ BREEZY COFFEE SHOP CAFE F This new local coffee shop café features fresh, locally roasted Costa Rican organic coffee and espresso, as well as freshly-baked-in-house muffins, breads, scones and cakes. Breakfast, lunch and vegan options available. CM. B, L, Br., daily. 235 Eighth Ave. S. 241-2211. $ BUDDHA THAI BISTRO F Authentic Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients using tried-and-true recipes. FB, TO. L & D, daily. 301 10th Ave. N. 372-9149. $$ BURRITO GALLERY EXPRESS F Best of Jax winner. The Gallery’s kid sister at the beach each is mostly take-out; same great chow, fast service. 1333 N. Third St. 242-8226. $ CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA F Homemade-style Mexican items are fajitas, enchiladas and fried ice cream, plus margaritas. FB. D, nightly. 127 First Ave. N. 249-3322. $$

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320 N. First St. 270-8565. $$ CRAB CAKE FACTORY JAX *Bite Club Certified! F Chef Khan Vongdara presents an innovative menu of seafood dishes and seasonal favorites. FB. L & D daily. 1396 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza. 247-9880. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax winner, serving burgers, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas and cheese fries. 319 23rd Ave. S. 270-0356. $ CULHANE’S IRISH PUB *Bite Club Certified! Four sisters own and operate the authentic Irish pub, with faves Guinness stew, lamb sliders and fish pie. L, Fri.-Sun.; D, Tue.-Sun.; weekend brunch. FB, CM. 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach.

249-9595. $$ CYCLONES TEX-MEX CANTINA F Freshly made Tex-Mex favorites, including fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, burritos, tamales and taco salad. Lunch combos include Mexican rice and beans. FB. L & D, daily. 1222 S. Third St. 694-0488. $$ DICK’S WINGS F The casual NASCAR-themed place serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features half-pound burgers, ribs and salads. BW, TO. L & D daily. 2434 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach, 372-0298. 311 N. Third St., 853-5004. $ DWIGHT’S The Mediterranean-style bistro features fresh local seafood, filet mignon, mixed grill and an extensive wine list.

D, Tue.-Sat. 1527 Penman Rd. 241-4496. $$$$ ENGINE 15 BREWING COMPANY F The Best of Jax winner serves gastropub fare: soups, salads, flatbreads and sandwiches, like BarBe-Cuban and beer dip. Craft beers made onsite, too. Daily specials. CM, BW. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217. 249-2337. $ EUROPEAN STREET F Best of Jax winner. See San Marco.

992 Beach Blvd. 249-3001. $ FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT Casual dining with uptown Irish flair, including fish and chips, Guinness beef stew and black-and-tan brownies. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 410 N. Third St. 242-9499. $$ THE FISH COMPANY *Bite Club Certified! F Fresh, local seafood is served, including Mayport shrimp, fish baskets and grilled tuna and there’s an oyster bar. L & D, daily. CM, FB. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach. 246-0123. $$ HOT DOG HUT F Best of Jax winner. All-beef hot dogs, sausages, hamburgers, crab cakes, beer-battered onion rings and French fries. B. L, daily. 1439 S. Third St. 247-8886. $ ICHIBAN F Three dining areas: teppan or hibachi tables (watch a chef prepare your food), a sushi bar and Westernstyle seating offering tempura and teriyaki. FB, Japanese plum wine. L & D, daily. 675 N. Third St. 247-4688. $$ LYNCH’S IRISH PUB The full-service restaurant offers corned beef & cabbage, Shepherd’s pie, fish-n-chips. 30-plus beers on tap. FB. L, Sat. & Sun., D, daily. 514 N. First St. 249-5181. $$ MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax winner.

See Southside. 1080 Third St. N. 241-5600. $ METRO DINER F Best of Jax 2011 winner. See San Marco.

1534 N. Third St. 853-6817. $$ MEZZA LUNA F A Beaches tradition for 20-plus years.

Great food, from gourmet wood-fired pizzas to contemporary American cuisine. Inside or patio dining. Extensive wine list. CM, FB. D, Mon.-Sat. 110 First St., Neptune Beach. 249-5573. $$$ MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR F Best of Jax 2011 winner. Traditional slow-cooked Southern barbecue served in a blues bar. Faves are pulled pork, Texas brisket, slow-cooked ribs. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 1500 Beach Blvd. 247-6636. $$ MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN F For 25-plus years, Monkey’s has served pub grub, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and wings. Dine inside or out on the patio. FB. L & D, daily. 1850 S. Third St. 246-1070. $ NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE F Best of Jax 2011 winner.

Executive Chef Kenny Gilbert’s cuisine features local fare and innovative dishes, served in an island atmosphere. Dine inside or out on the tiki deck. FB. L & D, Wed.-Sun.; D, nightly. 2309 Beach Blvd. 247-3300. $$ NORTH BEACH BISTRO *Bite Club Certified! Casual dining with an elegant touch, like slow-cooked veal osso buco; calypso crusted mahi mahi with spiced plantain chips. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach.

372-4105. $$$ OCEAN 60 A prix fixe menu is offered. Continental cuisine, with fresh seafood, nightly specials and a changing seasonal menu. Dine in a formal dining room or casual Martini Room.

D, Mon.-Sat. 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 247-0060. $$$ THE PIER CANTINA F Best of Jax winner. The new oceanfront place offers a Mexican menu. Downstairs Sandbar bar & patio. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 412 N. First St. 246-6454. $$ PHILLY’S FINEST F Authentic Philly-style cheesesteaks made with imported Amorosa rolls. Hoagies, wings and pizza ... cold beer, too. FB. L & D, daily. 1527 N. Third St. 241-7188. $$ POE’S TAVERN F An American gastropub that offers 50-plus beers, craft and local/regional selections. Gourmet hamburgers, handcut fries, fish tacos, quesadillas, Edgar’s Drunken Chili and daily fish sandwich special. L & D, daily. FB, CM. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7637. $$ RAGTIME TAVERN SEAFOOD GRILL F Best of Jax 2011 winner. The Beaches landmark serves grilled seafood with a Cajun/Creole accent. Hand-crafted cold beer. FB. L & D, daily.

207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7877. $$

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SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK F Best of Jax winner. Specialty menu items include signature tuna poke bowl, fresh rolled sushi, Ensenada tacos, local fried shrimp. Casual, trendy promise ofSt.benefit open-air space. FB, TO, CM. L & D, daily.

1018 N. Third 372-4456. $$ SNEAKERS SPORTS GRILLE F Best of Jax winner. 111 Beach Blvd. 482-1000. $$ SUN DOG STEAK & SEAFOOD *Bite Club Certified! F Eclectic American fare, art deco décor with an authentic diner feel. FB. L & D, daily; Sun. brunch. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 241-8221. $$ TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA F Fresh, Baja-style Mexican fare, with a focus on fish tacos and tequila, as well as fried cheese, bangin’ shrimp and verde chicken tacos. Valet parking. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 1183 Beach Blvd. 249-8226. $$ THE WINE BAR The casual neighborhood place has a tapas-style menu, fire-baked flatbreads and a wine selection.

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(The Jacksonville Landing venues are at 2 Independent Drive) ADAMS STREET DELI & GRILL The lunch spot serves wraps, including grilled chicken, and salads, including Greek salad. L, Mon.-Fri. 126 W. Adams St. 475-1400. $$ BENNY’S STEAK & SEAFOOD Continental cuisine features fresh fish, lobster, crab, chops, Midwestern beef. Signature dishes include chef’s tuna, Benny’s crab cake, rack of lamb.

Dine inside or on the riverview patio. CM, FB. L & D daily. The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 175. 301-1014. $$$ BURRITO GALLERY & BAR F Best of Jax winner. Southwest cuisine, traditional American salads. Burritos and more burritos. Onsite art gallery. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 21 E. Adams St. 598-2922. $ CAFÉ NOLA AT MOCA JAX Located on the first floor of the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, Cafe Nola serves shrimp and grits, gourmet sandwiches, fresh fish tacos and homemade desserts. FB. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Thur. 333 N. Laura St. 366-6911 ext. 231. $$ CASA DORA ITALIAN RESTAURANT F For 36 years, owner Freddy Ghobod has been serving genuine Italian fare, including veal, ribeye steaks, seafood, pizza and sandwiches.

Homemade-style salad dressing is a specialty. BW, CM. L & D, Mon.-Fri.; D, Sat. 108 E. Forsyth St. 356-8282. $$ CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE F See Baymeadows.

The Jacksonville Landing. 354-7747. $$$ CITY HALL PUB A sports bar vibe: 16 big-screen HDTVs. Angus burgers, dogs, sandwiches, AYCE wings buffet. FB. Free downtown area lunch delivery. L & D, daily. 234 Randolph Blvd. 356-6750. $$ DE REAL TING CAFE F The popular restaurant offers a Caribbean lunch buffet Tue.-Fri. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 128 W. Adams St. 633-9738. $ FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT New location.

Casual dining with an uptown Irish flair, including fish & chips, Guinness beef stew and black-and-tan brownies. FB, CM. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 176. 374-1247. $$ INDOCHINE Best of Jax winner. Serving Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine in the core of downtown. Signature dishes include favorites like chicken Satay, soft shell crab, and mango and sticky rice for dessert. BW, FB, TO. L, Mon.-Fri., D, Tue.-Sat. 21 E. Adams St. 598-5303. $$ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE Family-owned-and-operated.

Jenkins offers beef, pork, chicken, homemade desserts. L & D, daily. 830 N. Pearl St. 353-6388. $ KOJA SUSHI F Best of Jax winner. Sushi, Japanese, Asian and Korean cuisine. Indoor and outdoor dining and bar. FB. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing. 350-9911. $$ NORTHSTAR SUBSTATION F This place features brick-ovenbaked pizzas, grinders, wings, Philly cheesesteaks, custom sandwiches and fries served in a laid-back setting. FB, 27 beers on draft. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 119 E. Bay St. 860-5451. $ OLIO MARKET F Fresh sandwiches, salads, soups, entrées.

In Churchwell Lofts building, Olio partners eclectic tastes with Old World ambiance in a casual renovated space. L, Mon.-Fri.; late Art Walk. 301 E. Bay St. 356-7100. $$ SKYLINE DINING & CONFERENCE CENTER Weekday lunch includes salad bar, hot meals and a carving station. L, Sun. upon request. FB. 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 3550. 791-9797. $$ TRELLISES HYATT REGENCY American cuisine. Breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelet station, a la carte items.

Signature lunch and dinner entrees: grouper salad, Angus burgers, Reubens, French onion grilled cheese, seafood, steaks.

CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 225 East Coastline Dr. 634-4540. $$$ VITO’S ITALIAN CAFE F Best of Jax winner. Authentic Italian oven-baked pasta dishes, pizza, veal, chicken and seafood items made with fresh ingredients. CM, FB. L & D, daily. The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 174. 355-0064. $$ ZODIAC GRILL F Serving Mediterranean cuisine and American favorites, with a popular lunch buffet. FB. L & D, daily. 120 W. Adams St. 354-8283. $

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NAME: Sydney Barber RESTAURANT: Breezy Coffee Shop Café, 235 Eighth Ave. S., Jax Beach BIRTHPLACE: Jacksonville YEARS IN THE BIZ: 3 1/2 FAVORITE RESTAURANT (besides mine): Simply Tasty Thai, Atlantic Beach FAVORITE COOKING STYLE: Thai cuisine.

FAVORITE INGREDIENTS: Any spice: Cajun, Sriracha sauce, cilantro.

IDEAL MEAL: Steamed artichokes, chicken cacciatore and molten chocolate soufflé with homemade whipped cream and fresh blueberries.

WOULDN’T EAT IF YOU PAID ME: Blood pudding.

INSIDER’S SECRET: Life is short – eat dessert first!

CELEBRITY SIGHTING AT BREEZY: Ty Miller.

CULINARY GUILTY PLEASURE: Funfetti!

Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 1915 East West Pkwy., 541-0009. $ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax winner. See Intracoastal. 1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100. 215-2223. $ MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax winner.

See Southside. 1800 Town Center Pkwy. 541-1999. $ MOJO SMOKEHOUSE F Best of Jax winner. FB. L & D, daily.

1810 Town Ctr. Blvd. 264-0636. $$ WHITEY’S FISH CAMP F Best of Jax winner. The renowned seafood place, family-owned since 1963, offers AYCE freshwater catfish. Also steaks, pastas. Outdoor waterfront dining. And you can get there by car, boat or bike. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 2032 C.R. 220. 269-4198. $

INTRACOASTAL

AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 14286 Beach Blvd. (at San Pablo Rd.) 223-0991. $ AROY THAI FUSION The new restaurant offers authentic Thai cuisine, including pad Thai, Thai fried rice and traditional curry dishes. Daily happy hour, FB, TO. L & D, daily. 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 40. 374-0161. $$ BIG DAWG’S SPORTS RESTAURANT F The family-friendly casual sports place has wings, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and specialty salads. Kids get a Puppy Chow menu. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 12630 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 551-3059. $$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA, PASTA, PANINIS F Authentic New Yorkstyle pizza, Italian pastas, desserts; family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36. 223-6913. $ CLIFF’S ROCKIN’ BAR-N-GRILL F Cliff’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, steak, seafood, homemade pizza and daily specials. FB. L & D, daily. Smoking permitted. 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Cobblestone Plaza. 645-5162. $$ EL RANCHITO Latin American cuisine includes dishes from Colombia, Cuba and Mexico. BW, CM, TO. L & D, daily. 14333 Beach Blvd., Ste. 22. 992-4607. $$ ISTANBUL MEDITERRANEAN & ITALIAN CUISINE F A varied menu offers European cuisine including lamb, beef and chicken dishes, as well as pizza and wraps. BW. L & D, daily.

13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 26. 220-9192. $$ JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE & STEAKHOUSE F The menu includes wings, hamburgers, Ahi tuna and handcut steaks.

CM, FB. Daily. 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22. 220-6766. $ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax winner. Family-owned-andoperated, serving authentic Mexican cuisine, like tamales, fajitas, pork tacos, in a casual family atmosphere. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 14333 Beach Blvd. 992-1666. $ MILANO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA Homemade Italian cuisine, breads, pizzas, calzones and specialty dishes. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 646-9119. $$ MY MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT See St. Johns Town Center.

13546 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1A. 821-9880. $ THAI ORCHID F The restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, including pad Thai, Thai curry dishes and rice dishes. BW. L & D, daily. 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4. 683-1286. $$ TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL F Wings, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood and specialty wraps. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. & Sun. 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5. 223-6999. $$

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cuisine, served in a bistro-style setting. FB. L & D, Mon.-Fri., D, Sat.; Sun. brunch. 112 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 102.

287-0766. $$$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA F See Intracoastal. 540 S.R. 13, Ste. 10, Fruit Cove. 287-8317. $$ PIZZA PALACE F See San Marco. 116 Bartram Oaks Walk.

230-2171. $ VINO’S PIZZA With four Jacksonville locations, Vino’s makes all their Italian and American dishes with fresh ingredients.

L & D, daily. 605 S.R. 13, Ste. 103. 230-6966. $ WAKAME JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE F The fine dining restaurant offers authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine, a full sushi menu, curries and pad dishes. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 108. 230-6688. $$

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AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 11190 San Jose Blvd. 260-4115. $ AW SHUCKS F The seafood place offers an oyster bar, steaks, seafood, wings, pasta. Faves: ahi tuna, shrimp & grits, oysters Rockefeller. Sweet potato puffs are the signature side.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd. 240-0368. $$ THE BLUE CRAB CRABHOUSE F A Maryland-style crabhouse featuring fresh blue crabs, garlic crabs, and king, snow and Dungeness crab legs. FB, CM. D, Tue.-Sat.; L & D, Sun. 3057 Julington Creek Rd. 260-2722. $$ BRAZILIAN JAX CAFE Authentic Brazilian dishes include steaks, sausages, chicken, fish, burgers and hot sandwiches made with fresh ingredients. Traditional feijoada (black beans and pork stew with rice, collards, orange salad and toasted yucca flour with bacon) is served every Sat. TO. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9825 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 20. 880-3313. $$ BROOKLYN PIZZA F The traditional pizzeria serves New York-style pizza, specialty pies, and subs, strombolis and calzones. BW. L & D, daily. 11406 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 3, 288-9211. 13820 St. Augustine Rd., 880-0020. $ CLARK’S FISH CAMP F Best of Jax winner. Clark’s has steak, ribs, AYCE catfish dinners, 3-pound prime rib. Dine in, out or in a creek-view glass-enclosed room. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Sat. & Sun. 12903 Hood Landing Rd. 268-3474. $$ DON JUAN’S RESTAURANT F Authentic Mexican dishes prepared daily from scratch, served in a casual atmosphere.

FB, CM. L & D, daily. 12373 San Jose Blvd. 268-8722. $$ GIGI’S RESTAURANT Breakfast buffet daily, lunch buffet weekdays. The Comedy Zone (Best of Jax winner) has an appetizer menu. FB. B, L & D, daily. I-295 & San Jose Blvd.

(Ramada Inn). 268-8080. $$ (Fri. & Sat. buffet, $$$) HALA CAFE & BAKERY F See Southside. 9735 Old St. Augustine Rd. 288-8890. $$ HARMONIOUS MONKS American-style steakhouse features a 9-oz. choice Angus center-cut filet topped with gorgonzola shiitake mushroom cream sauce, 8-oz. gourmet burgers, falloff-the-bone ribs, wraps, sandwiches. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 30. 880-3040. $$ KOBE JAPANESE RESTAURANT The fusion-style sushi restaurant offers oyster shooters, kobe beef shabu-shabu, Chilean sea bass and filet mignon. BW & sake. L & D, daily.

11362 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8. 288-7999. $$ MAMA FU’S ASIAN HOUSE MSG-free pan-Asian cuisine prepared to order in woks using fresh ingredients. Authentic Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai dishes. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 11105 San Jose Blvd. 260-1727. $$

MANDARIN ALE HOUSE Laid-back atmosphere; 30-plus beers on tap. FB. L & D, daily. 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 19.

292-0003. $$ METRO DINER F Best of Jax winner. See San Marco. 12807 San Jose Blvd. 638-6185. $$ NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET F Best of Jax winner. Organic supermarket with full deli and salad bar serving wraps, quesadillas, chopped salads, vegetarian dishes. Fresh juice and smoothie bar. Indoor and outdoor seating. Mon.-Sat. 10000 San Jose Blvd. 260-6950. $ PICASSO’S PIZZERIA F Specializes in hand-tossed gourmet pizza, calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta. Fresh local seafood and steaks. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 10503 San Jose Blvd. 880-0811. $$ POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA F See Orange Park. 9825 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 24, Outback Plaza. 503-2230. $$ THE RED ELEPHANT PIZZA & GRILL This casual, familyfriendly eatery serves pizzas, sandwiches, grill specials and pasta dishes. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 10131 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12. 683-3773. $$ SIMPLE FAIRE F Breakfast and lunch favorites, featuring Boar’s Head meats and cheeses served on fresh bread. Daily specials. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3020 Hartley Rd. 683-2542. $$ TANK’S FAMILY BAR-B-Q Owned and operated by the Tankersley family, this place offers made-from-scratch Southern-style fare, featuring their own sauces. CM, BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 11701 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 23. 351-8265. $$ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. L & D, daily. 4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr. 268-6660. $ WHOLE FOODS MARKET F Offering 100+ prepared items at a full-service and self-service hot bar, soup bar, dessert bar. Made-to-order Italian specialties from a brick oven pizza hearth. L & D, daily. 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 22.

288-1100. $$

ORANGE PARK

ARON’S PIZZA F The family-owned restaurant offers eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizza. BW, CM, TO. L & D daily. 650 Park Ave. 269-1007. $$ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F For 18-plus years, the sports-themed family restaurant has served wings, ribs, entrees, sandwiches.

FB. L & D, daily. 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd. 425-6466. $$ THE HILLTOP CLUB She-crab soup, scallops, prime beef, wagyu beef, chicken Florentine and stuffed grouper. Chef Nick’s salmon is a favorite. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. 2030 Wells Rd. 272-5959. $$ JOEY MOZARELLAS The Italian restaurant’s specialty is a 24-slice pizza: 18˝x26˝ of fresh ingredients and sauces made daily. CM, TO. L & D, daily. 930 Blanding Blvd. 579-4748. $$ PASTA MARKET & CLAM BAR F Family-owned-andoperated. Gourmet pizza, veal, chicken, mussels, shrimp, grouper. The pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, calzones, linguini, ravioli, made with fresh ingredients, homemade-style.

CM, BW, sangria. 1930 Kingsley Ave. 276-9551. D, nightly. $$ POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA F Pizzas are baked in coal-fired ovens. Popular pizzas include Health Choice and Mozzarella. Coal-fired sandwiches and wings, too. BW. L & D, daily. 2134 Park Ave. 264-6116. $$ THE ROADHOUSE F Burgers, wings, deli sandwiches and popular lunches are served. FB. L & D, daily. 231 Blanding Blvd. 264-0611. $ THAI GARDEN F Authentic traditional Thai fare made with fresh ingredients, served in a relaxed atmosphere. Curry dishes and specialty selections include crispy duck, pra-ram, pad Thai and seafood. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Sat. & Sun. 10 Blanding Blvd., Ste. A. 272-8434. $$

PONTE VEDRA, NE ST. JOHNS

AL’S PIZZA F See Beaches. BW. L & D, daily. 635 A1A. 543-1494. $ AQUA GRILL Upscale cuisine: fresh seafood, Angus steaks, Maine lobster, vegetarian dishes. Outdoor patio seating.

FB. L, Mon.-Sat.; D, nightly. 950 Sawgrass Village Dr. 285-3017. $$$ THE AUGUSTINE GRILLE *Bite Club Certified! Chef Brett Smith’s global cuisine is seasonal and local. Selections include prime steaks, New York strip, lamb and lobster Napoleon. FB, CM. D, nightly. 1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Sawgrass Marriott. 285-7777. $$$ BRUCCI’S PIZZA F Authentic New York-style pizza, Italian pastas, paninis, desserts. Family atmosphere. CM. L & D, daily. 880 A1A, Ste. 8. 280-7677. $$ CAFFE ANDIAMO Traditional Italian cuisine: fresh seafood, veal, homemade pastas and wood-fired pizza prepared in a copper clad oven. An extensive wine list is offered in a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Dine indoors or out on the terrace.

L & D, daily. 500 Sawgrass Village. 280-2299. $$$ LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE F On the Intracoastal Waterway, LuLu’s can be reached by car or by boat. Seafood, steaks and pasta dishes with a sophisticated flair. FB. L & D, daily; Sun. brunch. 301 N. Roscoe Blvd. 285-0139. $$ NINETEEN AT TPC SAWGRASS In Sawgrass’ Tournament Players Club, Nineteen features more than 230 wines and

freshly prepared American and Continental cuisine, including local seafood, served inside or al fresco on the verandah. L & D, daily. 110 Championship Way. 273-3235. $$$ PUSSER’S BAR & GRILLE *Bite Club Certified! F Freshly prepared Caribbean cuisine, including red snapper Ponte Vedra Jamaican grilled pork ribs and barbecued salmon tower. Tropical rum drinks include Pusser’s Painkiller. FB. L & D, daily. 816 A1A N., Ste. 100. 280-7766. L, $$; D, $$ RESTAURANT MEDURE Chef Matthew Medure offers eclectic cuisine of local and imported seafood with Southern and Asian influences. F/B. D, Mon.-Sat. 818 A1A N. 543-3797. $$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Best of Jax winner. See San Marco. 8141 A1A. 285-0014. $$$$ 619 OCEAN VIEW Dining with a Mediterranean touch, featuring fresh seafood, steaks and nightly specials. FB, CM. D, Wed.-Sun. 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Cabana Beach Club.

285-6198. $$$ URBAN FLATS See St. Johns Town Center. FB. L & D, daily.

330 A1A N. 280-5515. $$

RIVERSIDE, 5 POINTS,WESTSIDE

AL’S PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 1620 Margaret St. 388-8384. $ BAKERY MODERNE F The neighborhood bakery has classic pastries, artisanal breads, seasonal favorites, made from scratch, including petit fours, custom cakes. B & L, daily. 869 Stockton St., Ste. 6. 389-7117. $ BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS Artisan-crafted, smallbatch roasted specialty coffees from its certified organic roastery and brew bar, including lattes, local pastries, craft beers. BW. 869 Stockton St., Stes. 1 & 2. 855-1181. $ CARMINE’S PIE HOUSE F The Italian eatery offers pizza by the slice, gourmet pizzas, appetizers, classic Italian dishes (calzone, stromboli, subs, panini) and microbrews served in a casual atmosphere. BW, CM, TO. 2677 Forbes St. 387-1400. $$ COOL MOOSE F Classic sandwiches, eclectic wraps and desserts. An extensive gourmet coffee menu with Green Mountain coffees and frozen coffee drinks. B & L, daily.

Brunch, Sun. 2708 Park St. 381-4242. $ EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ F Best of Jax winner. See San Marco. 2753 Park St. 384-9999. $ GATOR’S DOCKSIDE F See Orange Park. 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135. $$ GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET F A deli, organic and natural grocery, and juice & smoothie bar offers teas, coffees, gourmet cheeses; natural, organic and raw items. Grab-andgo sandwiches, salads and sides. Craft beers, organic wines.

B, L & D, Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 2007 Park St. 384-4474. $ HJ’S BAR & GRILL Traditional American fare: burgers, sandwiches, wraps and platters of ribs, shrimp and fish. CM, FB. L & D, Sat. & Sun., D, Mon.-Fri. 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1. 317-2783. $$ HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET F Dine inside or on the patio. Mediterranean entrées include lamb, and beef gyros. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 2005-1 Park St. 381-9394. $ JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILL F A Riverside tradition, serving 60+ fresh deli and grill items, including hot sandwiches. L, Mon.-Fri. 474 Riverside Ave. 356-8055. $ KICKBACKS GASTROPUB F Best of Jax winner.

Neighborhood spot serves favorites 20 hours a day, every day. 655+ bottled beers, 84 on tap. CM. 910 King St. 388-9551. $$ MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ Smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homemade-style sides include green beans, baked beans, red cole slaw, collards. BW, CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4838 Highway Ave., 389-5551. $$ MOON RIVER PIZZA F Best of Jax winner. See Amelia Island. 1176 Edgewood Ave. S. 389-4442. $ MOSSFIRE GRILL F Southwestern menu with ahi tuna tacos, goat cheese enchiladas and gouda quesadillas. Dine inside or on the patio. FB. L & D, daily. 1537 Margaret St. 355-4434. $$ MY MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT See St. Johns Town Center.

1661 Riverside Ave., Ste. 128. 900-1955. $ O’BROTHERS IRISH PUB F Innovative Irish fare and traditional faves are offered, like lambburger with Stilton crust, Guinness mac & cheese, Shepherd’s pie and fish-nchips — plus 18 beers on tap. L, daily except Mon.; D, daily.

CM, FB. 1521 Margaret St. 854-9300. $$ PELE’S WOOD FIRE At this new restaurant, Chef Micah Windham uses a wood-fired oven to create traditional, authentic Italian fare with a modern twist. CM, FB, TO. L & D, daily; weekend brunch. 2665 Park St. 232-8545. $$ PERARD’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE F Traditional Italian fare with fresh sauces and dough made from scratch daily.

Large selection of gourmet pizza toppings. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2. 378-8131. $ PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS F Upscale billiards hall has burgers, steak, deli sandwiches, wings. Family-friendly, non-smoking. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill. 738-7645. $ SAKE HOUSE F Japanese grill and sushi bar features sushi,

sashimi, katsu, tempura, hibachi and specialty rolls. CM, BW, sake. L & D, daily. 824 Lomax St. 301-1188. $$ SUMO SUSHI F Authentic Japanese fare, traditional to entrees and sushi rolls, spicy sashimi salad, gyoza (pork dumpling), tobiko (flying fish roe), Rainbow roll (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, Calif. roll). BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2726 Park St. 388-8838. $$ SUSHI CAFÉ A variety of sushi, including popular Monster Roll and Jimmy Smith Roll, along with faves like Rock-n-Roll and Dynamite Roll. Sushi Café also offers hibachi, tempura, katsu and teriyaki. BW. Dine indoors or on the patio. L & D, daily.

2025 Riverside Ave. Publix Plaza. 384-2888. $$ TAPA THAT This new place puts a modern spin on traditional tapas-style service, using locally/organically grown items as much as possible. Specialties include duck confit spring rolls and Cuban rice & beans cake. CM, BW. L & D, Tue.-Sat. 820 Lomax St. 376-9911. $$ TASTI D-LITE Health-conscious desserts include smoothies, shakes, sundaes, cakes and pies, made with fresh ingredients with fewer calories and less fat. More than 100 flavors. Open daily. 1024 Park St. 900-3040. $ TWO DOORS DOWN F Traditional faves: hotcakes, omelets, burgers, pork chops, liver & onions, fried chicken, sides and desserts. CM, TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 436 Park St. 598-0032. $

ST. AUGUSTINE, ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH

A1A ALE WORKS F The Ancient City’s only brew pub taps seven hand-crafted ales and lagers. A1A specializes in innovative New World cuisine. FB. L & D, daily. 1 King St. 829-2977. $$ AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT F A family-owned-andoperated Italian restaurant offers traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach. 461-0102. $$ ANN O’MALLEY’S F Fresh handmade sandwiches, soups, salads and perfectly poured Guinness. Favorites include Reubens and chicken salad. CM, BW, Irish beers on tap. L & D, daily. 23 Orange St. 825-4040. $$ BARLEY REPUBLIC IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE This new Irish bar and pub in historic downtown offers burgers, sandwiches, shepherd’s pie and bangers and mash. BW. L & D, daily. 48 Spanish St. 547-2023. $$ BARNACLE BILL’S F For 30-plus years, this family restaurant has served seafood, oysters, gator tail, steak and fried shrimp. FB, CM, TO. L & D daily; 14 Castillo Drive, 824-3663. $$ THE BLACK MOLLY BAR & GRILL Fresh, local seafood, steaks and pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere. FB, CM. L & D daily.

504 Geoffrey St., Cobblestone Plaza. 547-2723. $$ BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS F Specialty pizzas are Borrillo’s Supreme (extra cheese, pepperoni, sausage), white and vegetarian pizzas. Subs and pasta dinners. L & D, daily. 88 San Marco Ave. 829-1133. $ CAFÉ ATLANTICO Traditional and new Italian dishes served in an intimate space. Master Chef Paolo Pece prepares risotto alla pescatora, with shrimp, scallops and seasonal shellfish, in a parmesan cheese basket. BW. D, nightly. 647 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. 471-7332. $$$ CAFÉ ELEVEN F Serving eclectic cuisine like feta spinach egg croissant, apple turkey sandwich, pear-berry salad. Daily chef creations. BW. B, L & D, daily. 501 A1A Beach Blvd.

460-9311. B, $; L & D, $$ CAP’S ON THE WATER F The Vilano Beach mainstay offers coastal cuisine – tapas platters, cioppino, fresh local shrimp, raw oyster bar – indoors or on an oak-shaded deck. Boat access. FB. L, Fri.-Sun., D, nightly. 4325 Myrtle St., Vilano Beach. 824-8794. $$ CARMELO’S PIZZERIA F Best of Jax winner. Authentic New York style brick-oven-baked pizza, fresh baked sub rolls, Boars Head meats & cheeses, salads, calzones, strombolis and sliced pizza specials. BW. L & D, daily. 146 King St. 494-6658. $$ CELLAR 6 ART GALLERY & WINE BAR Wolfgang Puck coffees, handmade desserts and light bistro-style fare amid local art. BW. Mon.-Sat. 6 Aviles St. 827-9055. $$ CREEKSIDE DINERY Creekside serves beef, chicken and seafood, with an emphasis on low-country cooking. Outdoor deck with a fire pit. FB. D, nightly. 160 Nix Boatyard Rd. 829-6113. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 3 St. George St. 824-6993. $ THE FLORIDIAN The downtown restaurant serves innovative Southern fare, made with local farmers’ local food. Signature items: fried green tomato bruschetta, ’N’grits with shrimp, fish or tofu. L & D, Wed.-Mon. 39 Cordova St. 829-0655. $$ GYPSY CAB COMPANY F Best of Jax winner. International menu features large portions, reasonable prices. FB. L & D, daily. 828 Anastasia Blvd. 824-8244. $$ HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILLE F In a historic, two-story house, the New Orleans-style eatery has fresh seafood, steaks, jambalaya, etouffée and shrimp. FB. L & D, daily. 46 Avenida Menendez. 824-7765. $$ HOT SHOT BAKERY & CAFE Freshly baked items, coffees and hand-crafted breakfast and lunch sandwiches; Datil B. Good

hot sauces and pepper products. B & L, daily. 8 Granada St. 824-7898. $ KINGS HEAD BRITISH PUB F Authentic Brit pub serves fish & chips, Cornish pastie and steak & kidney pie. Tap beers are Guinness, Newcastle and Bass. BW. L & D, Wed.-Sun. 6460 U.S. 1 (4 miles N. of St. Augustine Airport.) 823-9787. $$ THE MANATEE CAFÉ F Serving healthful cuisine using organically grown fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes. B & L, daily. 525 S.R. 16, Ste. 106, Westgate Plaza. 826-0210. $ MANGO MANGO’S BEACHSIDE BAR & GRILL F Caribbean kitchen has comfort food with a tropical twist: coconut shrimp and fried plantains. BW, CM. Outdoor dining. 700 A1A Beach Blvd., (A Street access) St. Augustine Beach. 461-1077. $$ MILL TOP TAVERN F A St. Auggie institution housed in an 1884 building, serving nachos, soups, sandwiches and daily specials. Dine inside or on open-air decks. At the big mill wheel. FB. L & D, daily. 19 1/2 St. George St. 829-2329. $$ OASIS RESTAURANT & DECK F Just a block from the ocean, with a tropical atmosphere and open-air deck. Steamed oysters, crab legs, burgers. CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 4000 A1A & Ocean Trace Rd., St. Augustine Beach. 471-3424. $ THE PRESENT MOMENT CAFÉ Best of Jax winner. The cozy café serves organic, vegan and vegetarian dishes, pizza, pastas, hummus and milkshakes – all prepared without meat, dairy, wheat or an oven. Organic BW. TO. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat. 224 W. King St. 827-4499. $ PURPLE OLIVE INTERNATIONAL BISTRO F Family-ownedand-operated, offering specials, fresh artisan breads. Soups, salad dressings and desserts made from scratch. BW. D, Tue.-Sat. 4255 A1A S., Ste. 6, St. Augustine Beach.

461-1250. $$ RAINTREE Located in a Victorian home, Raintree offers a menu with contemporary and traditional international influences. Extensive wine list. FB. D, daily. 102 San Marco Ave. 824-7211. $$$ THE REEF RESTAURANT F Casual oceanfront place with a view from every table. Fresh local seafood, steak, pasta dishes and daily chef specials. Outdoor dining. FB, CM, TO. L & D daily. 4100 Coastal Hwy. A1A, Vilano Beach.

824-8008. $$ SARA’S CREPE CAFE Crepes, both traditional European style and with innovative twists, are served along with Belgian waffles in the historic district. Dine indoors or out in the openair courtyard. B, L & D, daily. 100 St. George St. 810-5800. $$ SOUTH BEACH GRILL Located off A1A, the two-story beachy destination offers casual oceanfront dining and fresh local seafood. Dine indoors or out on a beachfront deck. FB. B, L & D daily. 45 Cubbedge Road, Crescent Beach. 471-8700. $ SPY GLOBAL CUISINE & LOUNGE In the historic district, Spy features James Bond-themed sushi and Mediterraneaninfluenced global cuisine on the seasonal menu, including fresh – never frozen – Hawaiian seafood. Dine indoors or out on the patio. Upstairs lounge, too. Great selection of chilled sakes. BW, CM. D, nightly. 21 Hypolita St. 819-5637. $$$ SUNSET GRILLE Seafood-heavy menu, consistent Great Chowder Debate winner. Specialties are baby back ribs, lobster ravioli, coconut shrimp, datil pepper wings. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 421 A1A Beach Blvd. 471-5555. $$$ THE TASTING ROOM, WINE & TAPAS Owned by Michael Lugo, the upscale contemporary Spanish restaurant fuses innovative tapas with an extensive wine list. L, Wed.-Sun.; D, nightly. 25 Cuna St. 810-2400. $$

ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER

BAHAMA BREEZE ISLAND GRILLE Fresh seafood, chicken, flame-grilled steaks and hand-crafted tropical drinks made with flavorful ingredients inspired by the Caribbean. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10205 River Coast Dr. 646-1031. $$$ BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE With four dining rooms, BlackFinn offers classic American fare: beef, seafood, pasta, chicken, flatbread sandwiches. Dine indoors or on the patio.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 4840 Big Island Dr. 345-3466. $$ FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES Best of Jax winner for Best Burger in St. Augustine and OP/Fleming Island. Burgers made with fresh ground beef and there’s a wide selection of toppings, including fried onions, jalapeños or sautéed mushrooms. Fries, Kosher hot dogs and soft drinks, too. L & D, daily. 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 401. 996-6900. $ LIBRETTO’S PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN F Authentic NYC pizzeria serves Big Apple crust, cheese and sauce, along with third-generation family-style Italian classics, fresh-from-theoven calzones, and desserts in a casual, comfy setting. L & D, daily. 4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1. 402-8888. $$ MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET F A changing menu of more than 180 items includes cedar-roasted Atlantic salmon and seared salt-and-pepper tuna. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 5205 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Ctr. 645-3474. $$$ MY MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT Best of Jax winner. Non-fat, low-calorie, cholesterol-free frozen yogurt is served in flavors that change weekly. Toppings include a variety of fruit and nuts. 4860 Big Island Dr. 807-9292. $ RENNA’S PIZZA F Renna’s serves New York-style pizza, calzones, subs and lasagna made from authentic Italian recipes. Delivery, CM, BW. 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 125, St. Johns Town Center. 565-1299. rennaspizza.com $$ WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR F

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Repeat winner of our Best of Jax readers’ poll, La Nopalera offers traditional Mexican cuisine, including favorites like tamales and pork tacos, shown here on Beach Boulevard just west of the Intracoastal Waterway, and at locations all over Northeast Florida.

Authentic cuisine, teppanyaki shows and a full sushi menu.

CM. L & D, daily. 10206 River Coast Dr. 997-6528. $$ WHISKY RIVER F Best of Jax winner. At St. Johns Town Center’s Plaza, Whisky River features wings, pizza, wraps, sandwiches and burgers served in a lively car racing-themed atmosphere (Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s the owner). FB. CM. L & D, daily. 4850 Big Island Drive. 645-5571. $$

SAN JOSE

ATHENS CAFÉ F Serving authentic Greek cuisine: lamb, seafood, veal and pasta dishes. BW. L & D, daily. 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7. 733-1199. $$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 5613 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1. 737-2874. $ DICK’S WINGS F NASCAR-themed family style sports place serves wings, buffalo tenders, burgers and chicken sandwiches. CM. BW. L & D, daily. 1610 University Blvd. W. 448-2110. dickswingsandgrill.com $ MOJO BAR-B-QUE F Best of Jax winner. Pulled pork, brisket and North Carolina-style barbecue. TO, BW. L & D, daily. 1607 University Blvd. W. 732-7200. $$

SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK

BASIL THAI & SUSHI F Offering Thai cuisine, including pad Thai and curry dishes, and sushi in a relaxing atmosphere. L & D, Mon.-Sat. BW. 1004 Hendricks Ave. 674-0190. $$ bb’s F Best of Jax winner. A bistro menu is served in an upscale atmosphere, featuring almond-crusted calamari, tuna tartare and wild mushroom pizza. FB. L & D, Mon.-Fri.; brunch & D, Sat. 1019 Hendricks Ave. 306-0100. $$$ BISTRO AIX F French, Mediterranean-inspired fare, awardwinning wines, wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, steaks, seafood. Indoor, outdoor dining. FB. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, nightly. 1440 San Marco Blvd. 398-1949. $$$ CHECKER BBQ & SEAFOOD F Chef Art Jennette serves barbecue, seafood and comfort food, including pulled-pork, fried white shrimp and fried green tomatoes. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 3566 St. Augustine Rd. 398-9206. $ EUROPEAN STREET F Best of Jax winner. Big sandwiches, soups, desserts and more than 100 bottled and on-tap beers.

BW. L & D, daily. 1704 San Marco Blvd. 398-9500. $ THE GROTTO F Best of Jax winner. Wine by the glass. Tapasstyle menu offers a cheese plate, empanadas bruschetta, chocolate fondue. BW. 2012 San Marco Blvd. 398-0726. $$ HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR LOUNGE *Bite Club Certified! F Authentic Latin American fine dining: picadillo, ropa vieja, churrasco tenderloin steak, Cuban sandwiches. L & D, Mon.-Sat. CM, FB. 2578 Atlantic Blvd. 399-0609. $ LAYLA’S OF SAN MARCO Fine dining; traditional Middle Eastern cuisine, served inside or outside on the hookah and cigar patio. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat.; D, Sun. 2016 Hendricks Ave. 398-4610. $$ MATTHEW’S Chef’s tasting menu or seasonal à la carte menu featuring an eclectic mix of Mediterranean ingredients. Dress is business casual, jackets optional. FB. D, Mon.-Sat. 2107 Hendricks Ave. 396-9922. $$$$ METRO DINER F Best of Jax winner. Historic 1930s diner offers award-winning breakfast and lunch. Fresh seafood and

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Southern cooking. Bring your own wine. B & L, daily. 3302 Hendricks Ave. 398-3701. $$ THE OLIVE TREE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE F Homestyle healthy plates: hummus, tebouleh, grape leaves, gyros, potato salad, kibbeh, spinach pie, Greek salad, daily specials. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 1705 Hendricks Ave. 396-2250. $$ PIZZA PALACE F All homemade from Mama’s awardwinning recipes: spinach pizza and chicken-spinach calzones.

BW. L & D, daily. 1959 San Marco Blvd. 399-8815. $$ PULP F The juice bar has fresh juices, frozen yogurt, teas, coffees; 30 smoothies, with flavored soy milks, organic frozen yogurt, granola. Daily. 1962 San Marco Blvd. 396-9222. $ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Consistent Best of Jax winner.

Midwestern prime beef, fresh seafood, upscale atmosphere.

FB. D, daily. 1201 Riverplace Blvd. 396-6200. $$$$ SAKE HOUSE See Riverside. 1478 Riverplace Blvd.

306-2188. $$ SAN MARCO DELI F Independently owned & operated classic diner serves grilled fish, turkey burgers. Vegetarian options. Mon.-Sat. 1965 San Marco Blvd. 399-1306. $ TAVERNA Tapas, small-plate items, Neapolitan-style woodfired pizzas and entrées are served in a rustic yet upscale interior. BW, TO. L & D, Tue.-Sat. 1986 San Marco Blvd.

398-3005. $$$ VINO’S PIZZA F See Julington. This location offers a lunch buffet. L & D, daily. 1430 San Marco Blvd. 683-2444. $

SOUTHSIDE

AROMAS BEER HOUSE Faves include ahi tuna with a sweet soy sauce reduction, backyard burger, triple-meat French dip.

FB. L & D, daily. 4372 Southside Blvd. 928-0515. $$ BISTRO 41° F Casual dining features fresh, homemade breakfast and lunch dishes in a relaxing atmosphere. TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 3563 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104. 446-9738. $ BLUE BAMBOO Contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine includes rice-flour calamari, seared Ahi tuna, pad Thai. Street eats: barbecue duck, wonton crisps. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 3820 Southside Blvd. 646-1478. $$ BUCA DI BEPPO Italian dishes served family-style in an eclectic, vintage setting. Half-pound meatballs are a specialty. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 10334 Southside Blvd.

363-9090. $$$ CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR F Casual fine dining.

The menu blends modern American favorites served with international flair. FB. L & D, Tue.-Sun. 9823 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 1. 619-1931. $$$ CRUISERS GRILL F Best of Jax winner. See Beaches. 9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 11. 646-2874. $ EUROPEAN STREET F Best of Jax winner. See San Marco.

5500 Beach Blvd. 398-1717. $ FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES Best of Jax winner. See St. Johns Town Center. 9039 Southside Blvd., 538-9100. $ THE FLAME BROILER Serving food with no transfat, MSG, frying, or skin on meat. Fresh veggies, brown or white rice, with grilled beef, chicken, Korean short ribs. CM, TO. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 9822 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 103. 619-2786. $ GENE’S SEAFOOD F Serving fresh Mayport shrimp, fish, oysters, scallops, gator tail, steaks and combos. L & D, daily.

11702 Beach Blvd. 997-9738. $$ GREEK ISLES CAFE Authentic Greek, American and Italian fare, including gyros, spinach pie and Greek meatballs.

Homemade breads, desserts. House specialties are eggs

benedict and baklava. BW, CM., TO. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat. 7860 Gate Parkway, Ste. 116. 564-2290. $ HALA CAFE & BAKERY F Since 1975 serving housebaked pita bread, kabobs, falafel and daily lunch buffet. TO, BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4323 University Blvd. S. 733-5141. $$ ISLAND GIRL WINE & CIGAR BAR F Best of Jax winner.

Upscale tropical vibe. Walk-in humidor, pairing apps and desserts with 25 wines, ports by the glass. 220+ wines by the bottle; draft, bottled beer. L & D, daily. 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115. 854-6060. $$ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE See Downtown. 2025 Emerson St. 346-3770. $ JOHNNY ANGELS F The menu reflects its ’50s-style décor, including Blueberry Hill pancakes, Fats Domino omelet, Elvis special combo platter. Shakes, malts. B, L & D, daily.

3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120. 997-9850. $ LA NOPALERA F Best of Jax winner. See Intracoastal.

8206 Philips Hwy. 732-9433. $ LIME LEAF F Authentic Thai cuisine: fresh papaya salad, pad Thai, mango sweet rice. BW. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, Mon.-Sat. 9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Stes. 108 & 109. 645-8568. $$ MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS F Best of Jax winner. Tossed spring water dough, lean meats, veggies and vegetarian choices make up specialty pizzas, hoagies and calzones. FB. L & D, daily. 9734 Deer Lake Court (at Tinseltown). 997-1955. mellowmushroom.com $ OTAKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE F Family-owned with an open sushi bar, hibachi grill tables and an open kitchen.

Dine indoor or out. FB, CM, TO. L, Mon.-Fri.; D, nightly. 7860 Gate Parkway, Stes. 119-122. 854-0485. $$$ SAKE SUSHI F Sushi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, donburi, soups. Popular rolls: Fuji Yama, Ocean Blue, Fat Boy. FB, CM. L & D, daily. 8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 31.

647-6000. $$ SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY F Innovative menu of fresh local grilled seafood, sesame tuna, grouper Oscar, chicken, steak and pizza. Microbrewed ales and lagers. FB. L & D, daily. 9735 Gate Pkwy. N., Tinseltown.

997-1999. $$ SOUTHSIDE ALE HOUSE F Steaks, seafood, sandwiches.

CM, FB. L & D, daily. 9711 Deer Lake Court. 565-2882. $$ SPECKLED HEN TAVERN & GRILLE F The gastropub has Southern-style cuisine with a modern twist: Dishes are paired with international wines and beers, including a large selection of craft and IPA brews. FB. L & D, daily. 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 16. 538-0811. $$ SUNSET 30 TAVERN & GRILL F Best of Jax winner.

Located in Latitude 30, Sunset 30 serves familiar favorites, including seafood, steaks, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, pasta and pizza. Dine inside or on the patio. FB. L & D, daily.

10370 Philips Hwy. 365-5555. $$ TAVERNA YAMAS *Bite Club Certified! The Greek restaurant serves char-broiled kabobs, seafood and traditional Greek wines and desserts. FB. L & D daily. 9753 Deer Lake Court. 854-0426. $$ TOMMY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA F Premium New Yorkstyle pizza from a brick-oven — the area’s original glutenfree pizzeria. Plus calzones, soups and salads; Thumann’s no-MSG meats, Grande cheeses and Boylan soda. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2.

565-1999. $$ URBAN FLATS F Ancient world-style flatbread is paired with fresh regional and seasonal ingredients in

wraps, flatwiches and entrées, served in a casual, urban atmosphere. An international wine list is offered. CM. FB. L & D, daily. 9726 Touchton Rd. 642-1488. $$ URBAN ORGANICS The local produce co-op offers seasonal fresh organic vegetables and fruit. Mon.-Sat. 5325 Fairmont St. 398-8012. $ WILD WING CAFÉ F 33 flavors of wings, as well as soups, sandwiches, wraps, ribs, platters and burgers. FB. 4555 Southside Blvd. 998-9464. $$ YUMMY SUSHI F Best of Jax winner. Teriyaki, tempura, hibachi-style dinners, sushi, sashimi. Sushi lunch roll special. BW, sake. L & D, daily. 4372 Southside Blvd.

998-8806. $$

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE

BOSTON’S RESTAURANT & SPORTSBAR *Bite Club Certified! F A full menu of sportsbar faves; pizzas till 2 a.m. Dine inside or on the patio. FB, TO. L & D, daily.

13070 City Station Dr., River City Marketplace.

751-7499. $$ CASA MARIA F Best of Jax winner. The family-owned restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare, including fajitas and seafood. The specialty is tacos de azada. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104. 757-6411. $$ FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES Best of Jax winner. See St. Johns Town Center. 13249 City Square Dr., 751-9711. $ JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE See Downtown. 5945 New Kings Rd. 765-8515. $ JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT F Gourmet pizzas, pastas. Authentic Italian entrees. BW. L & D, daily.

7316 N. Main St. 765-0335. $$ MILLHOUSE STEAKHOUSE F Locally-owned-andoperated steakhouse with choice steaks from the signature broiler, and seafood, pasta, Millhouse gorgonzola, homemade desserts. CM, FB. D, nightly. 1341 Airport Rd. 741-8722. $$ SALSARITA’S FRESH CANTINA F Southwest cuisine made from scratch; family atmosphere. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 131, River City Marketplace.

696-4001. $ SAVANNAH BISTRO Low Country fare Mediterranean and French inspired, in a relaxing atmosphere at Crowne Plaza Airport. Favorites are crab cakes, NY strip, she crab soup, mahi mahi. CM, FB. B, L & D, daily. 14670 Duval Rd. 741-4404. $-$$$ SWEET PETE’S All-natural sweet shop offers a variety of candy and other treats made the old-fashioned way: all natural flavors, no artificial anything. Several kinds of honey, too. 1922 N. Pearl St. 376-7161. $ THREE LAYERS CAFE F Best of Jax winner. Lunch, bagels, desserts. Adjacent Cellar serves fine wines. Inside and courtyard dining. BW. B, L & D, daily. 1602 Walnut St., Springfield. 355-9791. $ 3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL F Salads, sandwiches, pizza, fine European cuisine. Nightly specials. 2467 Faye Rd., Northside. 647-8625. $$ UPTOWN MARKET F In the 1300 Building at corner of Third & Main, serving fresh fare made with the same élan that rules Burrito Gallery. Innovative breakfast, lunch and deli selections. BW, TO. 1303 Main St. N. 355-0734. $$

WINE TASTINGS ANJO LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Thur. 9928 Old Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 646-2656 AROMAS CIGAR & WINE BAR Call for schedule. 4372 Southside Blvd., 928-0515 BLACK HORSE WINERY 2-7 p.m. Tue.-Thur., 2-8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2-6 p.m. Sun. 420 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 644-8480 BLUE BAMBOO 5:30-7:30 p.m., every first Thur.

3820 Southside Blvd., 646-1478 DAMES POINT MARINA Every third Wed. 4518 Irving Rd., Northside, 751-3043 THE GIFTED CORK Tastings daily. 64 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 810-1083 THE GROTTO 6-8 p.m. every Thur. 2012 San Marco Blvd., 398-0726 MONKEY’S UNCLE LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 1850 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 246-1070 OCEAN 60 6-8 p.m every Mon. 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060 PUSSERS CARIBBEAN GRILL 6 p.m. every second Fri. 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-7766 RIVERSIDE LIQUORS 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 1035 Park St., Five Points, 356-4517 ROYAL PALMS VILLAGE WINES & TAPAS 5 p.m. every Mon.,

Wed. & Fri. 296 Royal Palms Drive, Atlantic Beach, 372-0052 THE TASTING ROOM 6-8 p.m. every first Tue. 25 Cuna St., St. Augustine, 810-2400 TASTE OF WINE Tastings daily. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 9, Atlantic Beach, 246-5080 TIM’S WINE MARKET 5 p.m. every Fri., noon every Sat. 278 Solana Rd., Ponte Vedra, 686-1741 128 Seagrove Main St., St. Augustine Beach, 461-0060 III FORKS PRIME STEAKHOUSE 5-6:30 p.m. every Mon. 9822 Tapestry Circle, Ste. 111, SJTC, 928-9277 TOTAL WINE & MORE Noon-6 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 300, 998-1740 URBAN FLATS 5-8 p.m. every Wed. 9726 Touchton Rd., Tinseltown, 642-1488 THE WINE BAR 6-8 p.m. every Thur. 320 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0211 WINE WAREHOUSE 4-7 p.m. every Fri. 665 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 246-6450 4434 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 448-6782 W90+ 4-7 p.m. every Thur. 1112 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 413-0027. 5-8 p.m. every Fri. 3548 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 413-0025

Urinal Technology

Two Brazilian firms collaborated recently to test a whimsical device to maybe lessen splashing on men’s room floors: a urinal with a fretboard that makes musical sounds as liquid hits it (if the stream is strong enough).

According to a May report in Billboard’s Brazilian edition, versions were set up in several Sao Paulo bars to see if men’s aims improved. (Flushing produces an online address from which a sound recording of the user’s “music” can be retrieved.) In a project already gone live in 200 Michigan bars and restaurants, the state’s Office of Highway Safety Planning has installed “talking” urinal cakes featuring a female announcer urging inebriated patrons to call a taxi.

Latest Religious Messages

Recurring Theme: From time to time, Buddhist groups attempt to improve “karmic balance” by doing good deeds for Earth’s animal cohabitants. NOTW mentioned earlier a California group’s “freeing” fish by buying out a pet shop’s inventory and liberating the “lucky” fish into the Pacific Ocean, where they were undoubtedly eaten almost immediately by larger fish. In June, about 50 members of Let Blessings and Wisdom Grow Buddhist group in Beijing bought at least 200 snakes, took them to rural Hebei province, and, chanting, released them. Almost immediately, the snakes infested the nearby village of Miao Erdong, horrifying the villagers, who were able to club to death some of the snakes, but who remained on edge.

• Prominent filmmakers Daniel Junge (an Academy Award winner) and Bryan Storkel have been raising money for their documentary “Fight Church,” featuring devout Christian mixed martial artists viciously pummeling each other — but only after the brawlers begin the match with a prayer and commitment to serve Jesus Christ. Among those featured is Pastor Paul Burress of Rochester, N.Y., who says he “loves to fight” and sees no problem with MMA’s barbaric nature. “These [techniques of fighting savagely] are the gifts and the skills God has given me.”

• Scottish officials were reportedly optimistic about a recent decision of the legislature of Louisiana. State officials this year broadened a voucher program to allow parents to choose private schools with Christian fundamentalist curricula. One prominent textbook for that curriculum (offered by the Accelerated Christian Education program) touted sightings of Scotland’s Loch Ness monster as “evidence” that humans and dinosaurs walked the Earth at the same time, thus undermining the widely accepted scientific theory of evolution. Officials now anticipate an influx of tourists to Loch Ness, near Inverness.

Cultural Diversity

In May, the Beijing Municipal Commission of City Administration & Environment issued a formal rule to crack down on unhygienic public restrooms. The toilets’ attendants are ordered to take corrective action when they count a number of flies equal to two times the number of stalls in the restroom. The city official in charge downplayed the likelihood of inspectors themselves counting flies. “The regulation is specific ... but the inspection methodology will be flexible.”

Questionable Judgments

Adriana Villareal of Dos de Mayo, Argentina, lost her husband two years ago, and now makes it a point to visit his tomb about four times a year, and not just briefly. Villareal brings bedding, an Internet connection and a small stove so she can stay three or four days each visit. Said Villareal, according to a June Agence France-Presse item, “When you love someone, you do all sorts of things.”

• The Illinois Supreme Court affirmed a lower court ruling in June in which Marshall Hollins was sentenced to eight years in prison for taking cellphone photographs of a 17-year-old girl with whom he was having sex. That sex was voluntary and, since Illinois’ age of consent is 16, legal. However, the court ruled, it’s still illegal in Illinois to take sexual pictures of a child, and that particular law defines underage as under 18. Hollins claimed, unsuccessfully, that he ought to be able to take pictures of a legal event.

Least Competent Criminals

Not Ready for Prime Time: On June 8, sheriff ’s deputies near Tampa charged Robert Suggs, 36, and David Hall, 28, with taking a front-end loader and a dump truck from a construction site and using them to steal an ATM from a Bank of America drive-thru. The theft was at 5 a.m.; deputies arrested the pair that afternoon when they were found near the bank, still trying to get the ATM open.

• On the same day, in Albuquerque, Thomas Molina, 38, was arrested while fleeing a burglary at Central New Mexico Community College. As he tried to climb out a window, he was stymied by getting his foot caught in the blinds.

No Longer Weird

Some events, no matter how “weird” they first seemed, now occur so often, they’re retired from notice. Surely there are now too many instances in which a worker drawing disability benefits cheats by taking on strenuous pastimes or even second jobs while claiming to be unable to function normally at work.

One of the most recent involved letter-carrier Jacquelyn Myers of Tallahassee, put on “light duty” with worker compensation benefits because of a back injury from heavy lifting.

Over a period of several months after her May 2009 injury, investigators found she’d been in more than 80 long-distance races, including the Boston Marathon. They also noted her race times improved after her “injury.”

Readers’ Choice

The Role of Alcohol in Parenting: Police in Fort Wayne, Ind., arrested an intoxicated man and woman on May 7 after witnesses reported the couple was seen leaving Belmont Beverage with four children strapped to the hood of their car.

The children, ages 4, 5, 6 and 7, were not hurt.

• In April, Paul Berloni, 49, was arrested in Sarasota County, Fla., when police spotted him driving an SUV with his 7-year-old granddaughter in a toy Hot Wheels car behind his vehicle, attached to the SUV with two dog leashes. The SUV was going 5-10 mph, witnesses said, and Berloni, who smelled of alcohol, admitted his license had been suspended after his last DUI. Chuck Shepherd WeirdNews@earthlink.net JULY 31-AUGUST 6, 2012 | FOLIO WEEKLY | 41

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Astrological omens suggest you now have a lot in common with the legendary Most Interesting Man in the World — adventurous, interesting, lucky, one-ofa-kind. To create your horoscope, I’ve borrowed select details from his ad campaign’s descriptions of him. To wit: In the weeks ahead, you’ll be the life of parties you don’t even attend. Astronauts can see your charisma from space. Up to one-third of your body weight will be ravitas. Your cell phone always has good reception, even in a subway 100 feet down. Panhandlers give you money. You may challenge your reflection to a staring contest and win. You can keep one eye on the past while looking into the future. When you sneeze, God says “God bless you.”

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Psychologist Bruno Bettelheim said dreams we have at night are “the result of inner pressures which have found no relief, of problems which beset a person to which he knows no solution and to which the dream finds none.” Sounds bleak. If it’s true, why bother to remember them? Well, because we’re often not consciously aware of feelings they reveal. By showing buried psychic stuff in story form, dreams give insight into what we’ve missed. So even though they may not give a solution, they educate. Take heed! Your upcoming dreams provide useful info to fix a longstanding dilemma.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): When French composer Georges Auric scored the soundtrack for Jean Cocteau’s film “Blood of a Poet,” he made “love music for love scenes, game music for game scenes and funeral music for funeral scenes.” But Cocteau had a different idea about how to use Auric’s work. For love scenes, he used the funeral music; for game scenes, the love music; for funeral scenes, the game music. In accordance with current astrological omens, I recommend you experiment with that kind of mixing and matching. Have fun! (Source: “A Ned Rorem Reader,” by Ned Rorem.)

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “Piglet was so excited at the idea of being useful that he forgot to be frightened any more,” wrote A.A. Milne in his classic tale “Winnie-the-Pooh.” That’s my prescription for how to evade worrisome fantasies nipping at you. If no one’s invited you to do some engaging, important labor of love, invite yourself. You need to be needed — even more than usual. Here’s what Rumi advises: “Be a lamp or a lifeboat or a ladder.”

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ve been making good progress in the School of Life. I estimate you’re now the equivalent of a sophomore.

You’ve mastered enough so you’re no longer considered a freshman, yet you’ve got a lot more to learn. Are you familiar with the etymology of the word “sophomore”?

It’s from two Greek words meaning “wise” and “fool.”

That’s a healthy way to think about yourself in the weeks ahead. Be smart enough to know what you don’t know. Cultivate voracious curiosity needed to lead to the next rich teachings.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A few years ago, Malaysian Lim Boon Hwa arranged to have himself “cooked.” For 30 minutes, he sat on a board covering a pan full of simmering dumplings and corn. The fact that no harm came to him was proof, he said, that Taoist devotees like him are protected by their religion’s deities. Don’t try a stunt like that, including metaphorical versions. It’s no time to stew in your own juices, boil in tormented fantasies, broil in nagging doubts or be grilled in self-accusations. Be free from the 42 | FOLIO WEEKLY | JULY 31-AUGUST 6, 2012

parts of your mind trying to cook you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): On a spring day in 1973, engineer Martin Cooper debuted the world’s first cell phone. Walking on a New York City street, he placed a call from a phone weighing two-and-a-half pounds that resembled a brick. Later he joked no one would be able to talk too long on his invention, since it took strength to hold it against one’s ear. Think of how far that amazing device has come!

Now imagine some important aspect of your life that’s in a rather primitive state now but could one day be as natural and fully developed as cell phones are. Are you willing to work hard to make it happen? It’s a good time to intensify your commitment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead, you’ll lose some clout and selfcommand if you’re too power-hungry. Likewise, if you act too brazenly intelligent, you may alienate potential helpers not as mentally well-endowed as you.

One more warning: Don’t be so fiercely reasonable that you miss the emotional richness that’s available. I’m not advising you dumb yourself down and downplay your strengths. Not at all. Rather, I want you to know the best way to get what you really need is to tailor your selfexpression to unique circumstances you’re in.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): For a while, French writer Honoré de Balzac (17991850) was very poor. He lived with no heat and almost no furniture. To enhance his environment, he resorted to fantasy. On one of his bare walls, he wrote, “rosewood paneling with ornamental cabinet.”

On another, he wrote “Gobelin tapestry with Venetian mirror.” Over the empty fireplace, he scrawled, “Picture

by Raphael.” That’s the level of imaginative power I want you to summon in the weeks ahead. So much of what you need is from that simple magic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s a great time to overthrow false gods, topple smallminded authorities and expose fraudulent claims. Anyone and anything around you that doesn’t fully deserve the power they claim gets the brunt of your exuberant skepticism. When you’ve cleaned up those messes, attend your inner realms. There may be some work there. Can you think of any hypocrisy that needs fixing? Any excessive self-importance that could use tamping down? Any pretending that’d benefit from a counter dose of authenticity?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In old China, people cooled off by sipping hot drinks. After bathing, they buffed excess water from their skin with a wet towel. When greeting a friend, they shook their own hand instead of the friend’s. To erect a new house, they built a roof first. You’re now in an astrological cycle phase when this behavior makes sense. You’ll have a successful week if you’re ready to reverse the usual way of doing things on a regular basis.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’m sooo tired of you not getting all the appreciation, acknowledgment and rewards you deserve.

Is there a small possibility you may be harboring resistance to that good stuff? Could you be giving off a vibe subtly influencing folks to withhold the full blessings they’d otherwise confer upon you? According to my astrological omen analysis, the weeks ahead are a great time to work on correcting this. Do all you can to make it easy for them to offer their love and gifts.

Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

CRASH INTO ME You in a black Speedo with your friend in white tropical shorts. You swam in the surf and left the beach when the seagulls got bad. You swam beautifully; I wish I was one of those waves to crash into you. When: July 18. Where: Jax Beach. #1392-0731 BEAUTIFUL PAINT EXPERT You: gorgeous brown eyes, beautiful smile and even better personality. Me: you gave me wrong directions to your store but it was worth the trip and the bad taste the Milky Way left in my mouth :) Hope to be in the presence of that smile again soon. When: July 22. Where: Sherwin Williams. #1391-0731 THE BLUE CRAB Spunky-Sexy hair, flirty smile behind the bar at The Blue Crab.

Saw your picture in the paper and had to come see you. Sat at the bar with you all night. Curious about your team?

When: July 15. Where: The Blue Crab. #1390-0731 CUTIE @ THE GARAGE Me: Big beardy bear with the band t-shirt. You: Cute chick with the blue dress and brown purse. You liked my glasses, I liked your jokes. Took some pictures, but you stole my heart!

Let’s find a cave and cuddle. When: July 21. Where: The Garage. #1389-0731 BLOODMOBILE WITH GORGEOUS EYES I Saw U: Bloodmobile at TJ Maxx between 12:45 & 1:10.

You: dark hair, gorgeous eyes, lip pierced, tattoo on foot that says smiles or smile, filling out paperwork. Me: lying on bed donating blood, Carolina blue polo shirt, black shorts & glasses. We made eye contact a couple of times. It was only me and you in Bloodmobile. I wanted to say something but the phlebotomist wouldn’t stop talking. When: July 21. Where: BloodMobile @ Atlantic & Kernan. #1388-0731 STOLEN FISH You: Dark hair, green eyes, wearing a short white dress, drinking a Stolen Fish with ice cream on your finger. Me: Grinning from ear to ear, because I realized you have stolen my heart. Let’s disappear together on a plane to anywhere.

When: July 12. Where: Dos Gatos. #1387-0731 LOST RUNNING RIOT You: Not around for a while. Been on the lookout. Did you move? I’ve seen your friend but not u. Me: Still tall, still tan, still hoping to run into you! When: Not since June. Where: Riverside. #1386-0731 I SAW MYSELF I saw you and knew you were the one for me. I have looked for so long, and I have never met anyone like you. You were with me my all of my life, but I was blinded by all of the beautiful women on campus. I see now that all I need is myself. When: July 18. Where: FSCJ. #1385-0724 BEAUT ON A COMMUTE You: silver Civic. Me: blue pickup. I Saw U during my favorite part of the day: leaving work. I risked a wreck to turn and see you. It would’ve been worth it. I slowed down to the speed limit hoping you’d catch up, but Gate Parkway stole you from me. I realized this was a perfect I Saw U opportunity. How about lunch someday? I’m buying. When: July 17. Where: JTB. #1384-0724

good looks AND the brains! You can come tutor me privately anytime! When: July 7. Where: FSCJ South Campus ASC. #1381-0717 CAN I RIDE ON YOUR SHEARWATER? I saw you sitting at the bar by the bathrooms. You had on what looked like buckle jeans and a nice black and grey shirt; very sexy. I had on black shorts and a yellow shirt; sat next to you at the bar. Can I go for a ride on your Shearwater? When: June 20.

Where: Cheers Mandarin. #1380-0717 SLIM AND FINE I Saw U at MHC; my heart couldn’t stop racing. I just wanted to hold you in my arms. You were so cute with long brown hair, pretty smile. You had on orange shirt and black pants at the front desk. We started talking and I didn’t want to stop, but you had to leave early taking a trip to JFK. I wanted to at least get your name. I come by every now and then to see if you are there but I never see you anymore. Where are you? Email me if you can. When: March 28. Where: MHC. #1379-0717 JAX ZOO 4TH OF JULY You: A cute blonde working the bird aviary. I was there with a friend who was too afraid to go in. We talked for a little bit about the exhibit. When I came back later to talk to you again, you were gone. I would like to chat again. When: July 4. Where: Jacksonville Zoo. #1378-0717 BAD DATE? You: Black shoulder-length hair, white shirt, blue jeans. Me: Black short, dark hair, green eyes. Looked like you were maybe on a bad date? Couldn’t stop stealing glances at you. Let’s talk. See you there? When: July 6. Where: Bold City. #1377-0717 TATTOOED HOTTIE DRINKIN’ COFFEE You: Slinking down Stockton St., Bold Bean in hand; I knew when I saw you that your pipe was smokin’. You look like you work at Inksmith? I want you to dip that bald head in oil and rub it all over my body. Me: There’s dew on my berry! When: July 2. Where: Stockton St. #1376-0710 HOT COP AT TARGET We were walking in the parking lot that Wednesday morning. You: tall, athletic build, strikingly handsome, a smile to die for, is a JSO officer. Me: shorter, brown hair, drives a black Challenger. You asked if it was mine, smiling so big, seeming like you wanted to talk. I replied, “yes” but wanted to say much more. I was too struck by your good looks. Don’t know if you’re in the traffic unit but you can pull me over anytime! Love another chance. When: June 27.

Where: Target @ Town Center. #1375-0710 CRAWFISH GUY I met you at Bluewater. We had a ridiculously long talk about crawfish. I had to leave to meet my friend and didn’t run into you again that night. If I had a hot tub time machine, I’d go back and give you my number. Crawfish

sometime? When: June 29. Where: Bluewater. #1374-0710 ABSOLUT BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMER Ab-soul-utly beautiful customer, saw you in line behind my friend at liquor store checkout. Our eyes met as the clerk talked about the music in the store referring to ’80s & ’90s. Too stunned by you to speak, I waited outside for you, but it was the wrong door. Me: Tan, long legs, blonde curly hair, blue eyes, a blissful smile because I was looking at you. You: Tall, brown hair, sparking blue eyes, enchanting smile. When: June 29.

Where: ABC Liquor, Fleming Island. #1373-0710 THIRD TIME’S A CHARM You recognized me from Cantina and we exchanged numbers a second time. You left and the Apple Store gave me a new phone causing me to lose your number again. You work at Memorial (I think), you should respond b/c I hear the third time is a charm.

When: May. Where: Apple Store @ Town Center. #1372-0703 PRINCESS OF THE RODEO You: Doing tattoos that don’t hurt in your Canadian tuxedo!

Smile that calms the nerves! Looking like what all pinup girls are modeled after! Me: When pigs fly! When: June 25. Where: Livewire Tattoo. #1371-0703 LEGS A MILE LONG You, exquisite tall blonde w/ a black shirt, short floral skirt and black strap-on sandels and legs from here to the moon! Me, tall divorced dad w/ my three kids who couldn’t take my eyes off You! Never shop alone again! When: June 23. Where: Publix/Roosevelt. #1370-0703 TOOK ME BY SURPRISE You came up to me saying I was cute, blonde hair, gorgeous with a long dress. You were with your guy friend. You gave me your number but I must have put it in my phone wrong. Hopefully we can meet again. When: June 23.

Where: Blackfinn Restaurant. #1369-0703 FRONT WINDOW OF KRYSTAL You were the attractive lady sitting at a table in the front window of the Krystal, wearing a black and white ’50s style dress, long hair. You were with a group of people. I was outside the building, walking along the sidewalk, our eyes met twice.

It was about 8:00 when we saw each other. Would like to get to know you better. When: June 23. Where: Krystal Main St. Cruise. #1368-0703 I’M GETTING AN ICEE TOO! You: Beautiful blonde in long brown dress. You’d just bought your son an ICEE at Daily’s on Palm Valley Rd. We passed each other and shared a laugh as I was taking my daughter in to get an ICEE too. You left in a silver Toyota SUV, no ring on your finger? Me: Single Dad, “Father of the Year” candidate. Get the kids together sometime? When: June 22. Where: Ponte Vedra. #1367-0703

RAINBOW PRINCESS When I come into Dragonflies, I come in for one reason, to look upon the face of my rainbow-haired princess. I was going to ask you out but you were working too feverishly on the computer. I’ll gain the courage one day and my heart will be yours like the ones drawn on your arm?!

When: May 30. Where: Dragonflies Jewelry. #1366-0626 BLUE-EYED BASSIST You: Playing bass for the Jazz brunch at the Omni Hotel. You were wearing a blue dress shirt and jeans.

I couldn’t take my eyes off you. You’re completely charming, and your smile is brighter than the stars. Me: Girl in striped sweater. Hopefully we’ll meet again one day, but until then.

When: May 27. Where: The Omni Hotel. #1364-0626 DANCING AT WHISKY RIVER Older woman dancing alone at Whisky River Friday night when you, a 21-year-old guy, asked me to dance. We danced a little naughty a few times as you kissed my neck. I told you my name, but we never exchanged numbers. When: Jan. 15. Where: Whisky River. #1363-0626 YOUR FATHER WORKS FOR BP I regret letting your movers rush you out without trying to get your number; I hope you still have mine. You were so sweet and interesting; I can’t stop thinking about you. You move to Jax from Alaska with your dad; were you as interested as I was? Don’t be the one who got away; please call. Where: BP @ JTB & Philips. #1362-0626 SUPER TARGET ROOSEVELT We smiled in the grocery section around 4 p.m. You: White long-sleeved shirt, black running shorts. Me: Yellow polo shirt, light jeans. Then our paths crossed again as you were going to your car. I drove a silver Avalon; you crossed in front of me. I’d like to know more. When: June 6. Where: Super Target Roosevelt. #1361-0619 LEGALLY BLONDE AND HOT! I saw you walking down the San Marco strip, and I couldn’t tear my eyes off you. So tall, blonde and an attorney, the perfect combination! Do you believe in love at first sight? I do! (Sorry tall, dark and handsome lawyer, I am moving on.) Let’s hook up and break some laws together!

When: June 6. Where: San Marco Starbucks. #1360-0619 SAW YOU AT RAGTIME 6/2 You: Light curly hair, with a friend with black hair sitting on bar stools directly across from me.

I bought you a couple of rounds of drinks and had the waiter deliver a note to you. You came and hugged me to say thank you. I was with a group of friends and couldn’t get to you. I’d love to talk with you and see you again. When: June 2. Where: Ragtime Tavern. #1359-0612 BEST SMILE EVER You: The hottest cowboy there. I’d love to be your 10 at 2 and your 10 at 10. You and tequila make me crazy. Me: You had me from hello. When the sun goes down, no shoes, no shirt, no problem. I can’t see you being anything but mine. I can see myself always being lucky with you. When: May 23. Where: Whisky River, Chris Cagle. #1358-0612

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Justice for All?

You, too, could need indigent legal defense to keep you out of for-profit prisons

D

id you see Folio Weekly’s Backpage Editorial

by Stephen A. Mosca [“Poor Decision,” July 10] criticizing the Florida Senate for “eroding justice for the indigent” through placing further limits on funding for public defenders to use in serving their clients?

Find yourself bored? Think this doesn’t apply to you? Listen. There are people suffering incarceration in a living hell right here in Duval County who are absolutely innocent or serving unreasonable sentences with no chance of parole. Reducing funding for adequate defense will surely expand their ranks to include ordinary people, not just the stereotypical “indigent.” The prosecution has unlimited funds to convict you. What does the average person have to defend himself?

Believe you can’t be convicted of a crime and spend the next 10 years of your life in prison? Think again. You may have the “It Can’t Happen to Me” syndrome. Do you have anyone who intensely dislikes you or would profit from your incarceration? What if you were falsely accused of a sex crime, for example,

What kind of a society would we have if there were no provision for defense? We would all be at the mercy of the police.

They could arrest anyone for any reason, and anyone who was accused would be convicted. which could happen to almost anyone? How about vehicular homicide? Ever spank your child? If you are arrested by police, you are presumed to have committed a crime and you are handcuffed and taken to jail.

The only thing that keeps many of us from the vulnerability of being locked up at police discretion with almost certainty of conviction is the funding the state provides for legal defense of the so-called “indigent.”

Most people live on pretty much a monthto-month income. If arrested, the average person would go to jail, be assigned a public defender, lose his source of income and become broke. The majority of us would be in danger of becoming “indigent” if arrested. This is

so common that there is a process by which arrested persons can apply to be formally declared “indigent” so they may be assigned a public defender for legal representation. Erode this and, shockingly, you’ll find yourself at the mercy of the state — even if you are innocent.

The standing level of funding for our public defender program has been paltry enough.

Inadequate funds for defense gives the State Attorney’s Office a tremendous advantage for either conviction in court or forcing the detained to accept a plea bargain. What kind of a chance do you have when the prosecutor’s office has unlimited resources to investigate and convict? The public defender is limited to a level of payment so inadequate, it provides little or no incentive for the assigned attorney to spend the time necessary for a reasonable defense. So the defense dawdles, while the accused sweats it out in jail.

As poorly funded as legal defense already is, the State of Florida, under Republican leadership, is trying to erode it further. The result will be an increase in the number of convictions. Why is this happening? Partially due to budget reasons, but the scary part is that there are those who benefit from an increase in convictions and a larger prison population.

A plea bargain, by the way, immediately shuffles the offender off to prison. But if the accused does not accept the plea bargain, the terms of which are set by the State Attorney’s Office, and the State is forced into the expense and trouble of going to trial, the State pursues the case with full force. Since funds are limited for defense, there is great pressure for public defenders to recommend that the accused accept a plea bargain. And it happens more often than not.

What kind of a society would we have if there were no provision for defense? We would all be at the mercy of the police. They could arrest anyone for any reason, and anyone who was accused would be convicted.

This Legislature is moving in that direction: reducing funds for public defense to the lowest possible level, while providing the prosecution unlimited power and resources. Politically, it goes under the guise of “being tough on crime.”

But there are powerful interests, such as private incarceration companies, that profit from

conviction. And nobody is paying attention, which is usually how freedoms are lost.

Much of the prison system in Florida and across the nation is owned by private, “forprofit” corporations. Google two companies: Corrections Corporation of America and GEO Group. These two operate most of the private (outsourced by the state) prisons in Florida. In the past five years, these businesses have spent more than $2 million in lobbying and direct political contributions to convince legislators to support prison privatization. They claim to save the state money, but what are the real costs? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see why they support reducing funding for defense of the accused.

How many of us know that these companies demand mandatory 90 percent bed occupancy rates at these facilities? But think! How can a prison be operated more cheaply for the state, include profit for stockholders and management pay and still provide a humane level of existence to prisoners — some of whom are innocent of any crime?

There is inherent potential for human rights violations when the state uses public police and legal systems to keep for-profit jails full. Yet this is what is being fought for by incarceration lobbies in the state Legislature.

Everyone knows there is a powerful movement to privatize more public functions and to sell off more and more government ownership of public works and facilities. Regardless of whether you agree with this privatization movement or not, consider this: Is there no limit? After our prisons and jails are privatized, will there be a corporate movement to privatize the police forces? What else?

If we are already privatizing incarceration, and our legislature is making it easier to convict by reducing resources for defense, what’s to stop the profit-seekers from moving right across society? Nothing. Profit is a very powerful motivator.

Robert Pace

Pace is a retired educator with 40 years experience in teaching and administration in Duval and Brevard counties. He designed and tested innovative educational programs and did research at the University of Florida.

Folio Weekly welcomes Backpage Editorial submissions. Essays should be at least 1,200 words and on a topic of local interest or concern. Email your Backpage to themail@folioweekly. com or snail mail it to Denise M. Reagan, Editor, Folio Weekly, 9456 Philips Highway, Ste. 11, Jacksonville FL 32256. Opinions expressed on the Backpage are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the editors or management of Folio Weekly.

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