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sten i l t Kenzi e t Lis en YOUR GUIDE TO ENTERTAINMENT IN JACKSONVILLE

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CONTENTS COLUM N S

FE AT U RE S

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Ambar Ramirez & Carmen Macri

Carson Rich

Season

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Kerry Speckman

Su Ertekin-Taner

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HOROSCOPES

Pride Guide

The Specktator

Folio’s Survival Guide to Music Festival Ambar Ramirez & Carmen Macri

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Podcast Picks

TR I VI A, E TC.

From Heartache to High Notes: A Zach Bryan Concert Review Carmen Macri

Juneteenth Events

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Amiyah Golden

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THEATER/ DANCE

New Music Releases

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Amiyah Golden

Darby’s Dungeon: Where Pints, Puzzles and Polyhedral

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Shenanigans Collide

COMEDY

Carmen Macri

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Listen Locally, Listen to Kenzie Amiyah Golden

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ART

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Once Upon A Time in Jacksonville Ambar Ramirez

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I Sea You (and Taste Too): AB Kitchen Su Ertekin-Taner

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SPORTS

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TV Reviews: ‘Succession’, ‘Barry’ and ‘Ted Lasso’

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Harry Moore

CONCERTS

Fear Not the Fruit Bats Shelton Hull

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Margaret Cho

BORN IN A BARN

Rob Nicholson

Rob Nicholson

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Florida’s Miraculous Spring Waters Ted Hunt

Jacksonville Jaguars 2023 Season Predictions

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Carson Rich

BITE BY BITE

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UF’s Alex Fudge and FAU’s Johnell Davis Declare for NBA

NIGHTLIFE

Draft

FOLIO STAFF:

Carson Rich

ANGELA PHILLIPS Publisher

CARMEN MACRI Multi-media Creative/ Social Media Manager

AMIYAH GOLDEN Writer/Photographer

Behind the Cover: “Listen Locally, Listen to Kenzie”

TERESA SPENCER General Manager

ROB NICHOLSON Senior Executive/ Music Reporter/ Distribution Manager

MATTHEW SCHNEIDER Sales

JOHN PHILLIPS Vice President

SHELTON HULL Writer

JACK POPOVICS Sales

KERRY SPECKMAN Copy Editor/ Writer

SU ERTEKIN-TANER Writer

TED HUNT Contributor

AMBAR RAMIREZ Creative Director

CARSON RICH Writer

Photo by Amiyah Golden

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THE

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BOUQS & BRICKS

BOUQUETS

BRICKBATS

Tim Tebow for donating $5.5 million toward a new state of the art pediatric

Drivers with road rage. Yes, we are throwing a brickbat at those with road

dental surgery center. The Lakeside Dental Surgery Center, being construct-

rage in writing, but our rant is much safer what some drivers are out there

ed on Philips Highway, will cater to those with special needs and patients

doing, including shooting into cars with children inside. If you find yourself

from all backgrounds. His gift will help fill the dearth of pediatric dentistry in

becoming so agitated you constantly feel you need give other drivers the

Jacksonville, which is currently a big issue, some even say “a crisis.”

bird, lay on your horn, rev your engine (we’re so impressed), shout obscenities, wave a gun or even worse, you might want to consider talking to someone about your anger issues. No one is saying Jacksonville drivers can’t be frustrating as hell at times (looking at you, slow drivers in the left lane), but is it really worth rage levels just prove your point? A car is a deadly weapon, and aggravated battery is punishable by up to 15 years in prison. Why not download an app for meditation and learn to chill out, people?

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES

LIBRA

June brings a delightful whirlwind of opportunities your way, dear Aries.

Hello harmony and social energy, Libra. It’s time to embrace your natural di-

Brace yourself for a month filled with unexpected twists and turns. Remember,

plomacy and find balance in your relationships. This month encourages you

you’re a fire sign, so go ahead and set the world ablaze with your magnetic

to connect with others on a deeper level. Seek compromise and understand-

charm. Just be sure to channel your impulsive nature wisely.

TAURUS

ing, as you navigate any conflicts that may arise. Remember to also prioritize self-care and set aside time for personal reflection.

SCORPIO

Summer is right around the corner, Taurus! But before you hop in a tube and

A wave of introspection and emotional depth is headed your way, Scorpio. It’s

make your way down the lazy river, there may be some obstacles blocking

time to dive deep into the depths of your soul and explore the intricate laby-

your sunny view with the presence of Mars and Venus in Leo. So put on your

rinth of your emotions. This month presents opportunities for self-discovery

trusted sunnies and remember that at the end of the day, you are in charge of your destiny.

GEMINI

and healing. Take a closer look at your relationships and assess whether they align with your evolving needs and values.

SAGITTARIUS

Hold on to your twin hats, Gemini, because June is about to take you on a

What better month to start planning your summer vacations than June, Sag-

wild rollercoaster ride. Your wit and charm are in full swing, making you the

ittarius. It’s time to set your sights on new horizons and embrace the spirit of

life of every social gathering. (We all know how much you love that.) However, remember to pause the chatter every once in a while and give your restless mind a break.

exploration. Seek out new experiences that challenge your existing beliefs.

Allow your curiosity to guide you toward exciting adventures and intellectual pursuits.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

As we step into the month of June, the cosmic energy brings a mix of chal-

Capricorn, it is time for a period of steady progress and practicality. This

lenges and opportunities for you, Cancer. It would be wise to not make any

June, your disciplined and hardworking nature will be in full swing. It’s time

major decisions in regard to your career. After all, it’s almost summer, and no-

to roll up your sleeves and tackle the tasks at hand with your signature deter-

body really wants to be thinking about work whilst lying on the sandy beach-

mination. While it may feel like a grind at times, remember to find a balance

es. Instead, set aside any free time you have for yoga and meditation; you’ll

between work and relaxation.

need it.

LEO

AQUARIUS

It’s time to focus on your personal growth and self-improvement. This month

This June your rebel spirit will be on full display. Break free from the chains of

presents you with opportunities to take a step back from the limelight and

conformity and march to the beat of your own offbeat drum. It’s a month for

reflect on your goals. It’s crucial to reassess your ambitions and make sure

innovation, social connections and expanding your horizons. Embrace your

they align with your true passions and values. This may involve making some adjustments or reevaluating your priorities.

VIRGO

unique perspective and think outside the box. Your inventive ideas have the potential to create positive change and inspire those around you.

PISCES

June presents you with a period of practicality and self-reflection, Virgo. It’s

It’s time to listen to your intuition and delve into your dreams and aspirations,

time to assess your goals and priorities, and ensure they align with your true

Pisces. Take a step back from the busyness of life and allow yourself mo-

desires. Take a step back and evaluate your routines and habits. Are they

ments of solitude and introspection. This month encourages you to reconnect

serving you well, or do they require some adjustments? This month encourages you to streamline your daily life, finding efficient ways to manage your time and energy.

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with your inner self and explore your creative side. Engage in artistic pursuits or indulge in activities that bring you joy and inspiration.

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THE SPECKTATOR Words by Kerry Speckman

Hurricane season hits June 1. Prepare yourself for months of weather alerts, more weather alerts, breaking weather alerts, more breaking weather alerts … and fresh memes of Jacksonville treasure Lane Pittman (aka Florida Man).

If you didn’t see Sir Tom Jones at the Florida Theatre in May, you missed one of the best shows of the year. Perhaps being in such awe kept the ladies from throwing panties on the stage as is customary at a Tom Jones concert except for one woman who tossed a black pair begrudgingly, it seemed, and with terrible aim. Either that or it’s kinda weird throwing undergarments at an 82-year-old man.

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And the winner for Best T-Shirt “Label” goes to … Only in Duval!

In addition to offering excellent life advice, the shirt it’s attached to is pretty sweet. Now go support local business and buy 9 a shirt.

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PR I D E GUIDE

JUNE 3

Paint Nite: Rainbow Beach Chairs

Triple D Drag Brunch

Hamburger Mary’s

Tulua Bistro

paintnite.com

tuluabistro.com Pride Drag Brunch JUNE 6

Disco Witch Brewing, Yulee

Pride Proclamation Reading at City Hall

discowitchbrewing.com

Fernandina Beach City Hall facebook.com/fernandinabeachpride

JUNE 17 St Augustine Pride Parade

JUNE 8

Downtown St. Augustine

Jumbo Shrimp Pride Night

facebook.com/houseofprism

121 Financial Ballpark jaxrcpride.org

JUNE 23 10th Annual Stonewall Pride Event

JUNE 9

InCahoots Nightclub

Duval Folx Pride 2023

incahootsnightclub.com

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Cummermuseum.org

JUNE 25 Big Gay Picnic

JUNE 10

Riverside North

Rainbow Awards Jax

rainbowevents.org

WJCT Studios rainbowevents.org

Trek Jacksonville Lakeshore Pride Ride Baldwin Rail Trail

Pride Parade & Festival

eventbrite.com

Central Park, Fernandina Beach fernandinamainstreet.com

ONGOING Sunday Funday Drag Brunch

Triple D Drag Brunch

Hamburger Mary’s

Tulua Bistro

hamburgermarys.com

tuluabistro.com JUNE 11 AND 18 The Art of Pride Tour Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens cummermuseum.org

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PODCAST PICKS These days everybody has a podcast, so we did some deep diving into the local podcast scene and found these two pearls.

Words by Su Ertekin-Taner

The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show

Straight Chilling: A Horror Podcast

A soft jazz, percussion and brass heavy instrumentation crescendos like a

“Folio” is straight chilling with the Straight Chilling Podcast. This weekly

superhero’s theme — fitting, to say the least, with the content that will fol-

horror movie review podcast promises killer commentary on your favorite

low. “Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you The Short Box Podcast.” The

horror flicks from around the world (like “Ringu” and “The Happiness of the

chipper voices of Badr, Cesar, Ed, Ashley and Drew, the podcast presiders/

Katakuris”) and through the ages (like 1957’s “The Curse of Frankenstein”

pontificators (whichever alliteration speaks to you more), soon replace this

to films that debuted just weeks before). The podcast team — Rob, Andy,

minute-long score. The Short Box, a weekly comic book and pop culture

Justin and DJ Elzebub — promise to “kill, slice, dice and chop up” slashers

discussion podcast running since 2012, first pulsed green on the “Folio”

and thrillers alike; in fact, the team has been chopping up conversation

radar in 2018 when it won Best Podcast in our annual Best of Readers Poll —

about their weekly victim-movies for nine years.

for the first time. Since then, Folio and Short Box have both expanded their audiences with the Short Box remaining clearly in our line of view.

Perhaps the most bloodcurdling, yet strangely satisfying, aspect of the Straight Chilling Podcast is its ability to set the spooky scene. Their intro-

Cheers to you, Short Box — which, for the non-comic book fanatics, refers

ductory and conclusory sound samples chock-full of glass breaking and evil

to a type of container designed to store comic books — for receiving a Folio

laughter set the tone. The well-segmented, time-stamped and audio-cued

Podcast Pearl. A toast to your insightful, informed, flowing, digestible and

sections on housekeeping, recommendations, spoiler warning and full re-

humorous discussions on new comic books, movie iterations of comics, the

views, as well as Cooter of the Week, highlighting the most manipulative

industry’s leading creators and the comic industry in general. A toast to

character in the movie of the week, and Hotline Scream, featuring listener

entertaining interviews with the comic industry’s professionals and excited

voicemails, make for an organized, accessible listening experience. Most

amateurs (artists, publishers, actors and content creators) that scratch the

exciting, especially for syntax lovers like me, is Straight Chilling’s hom-

average comic fan’s informational itch and offer advice on comic creation

onym-filled vocabulary with words like “chilling,” meaning the act of relax-

and publication. A toast to your expanding fanbase and impressive market-

ing, or the adjectives “horrifying” or “chop up,” meaning, literally, cut up and

ing featuring fashionable merchandise and recurring Patreon plugs, which

have a conversation.

advertise exclusive, never-before-seen video content. Another toast to nearly 400 hour-long episodes. And a final toast to well-timed, applicable

Horror movie fans and genre newcomers feast on Straight Chilling’s body of

audio interjections that encourage viewers to *insert applause noise* right

work which always features cinematic discussion on a weekly movie’s plot,

back at The Short Box team.

themes, score, actor performances and cinematography. The sometimes light-hearted, sometimes heavily analytic discussion will have you rolling in

If our (imaginary) glasses were filled with champagne, we’d be blind drunk

(evil) laughter and wanting to rewatch fan favorite horror films.

with all these toasts and certainly, we are (metaphorically) drunk on The Short Box podcast’s natural banter and researched discourse. The Short

Overall, “Folio” loves Straight Chilling; hell, we’d bury a body for them. So,

Box welcomes comic lovers and comic discoverers alike!

as the Straight Chilling team would say “All you motherf***kers, keep chilling,” and listen to the next fresh (movie) kill.

Learn more about The Short Box on its website (https://www.theshortboxpodcast.com/) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theshortboxjax/)

Find Straight Chilling on their website (https://www.instagram.com/

and hear it on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Podcast Addict, SoundCloud, Pan-

straightchillingpodcast/)

dora, Spotify, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, iHeart or wherever you listen to pod-

straightchillingpodcast/) and listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Podchaser,

casts.

Rephonic, Deezer, RadioPublic, Patreon, Stitcher or OwlTail, among other

and

Instagram

(https://www.instagram.com/

locations.

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SAVOR SUMMER WITH FRAY Join a JAX Fray social sports league to make friends, build community and have fun this summer.

Basketball Bocce Cornhole Flag football Hockey

Pickleball Soccer Ultimate frisbee Softball Tennis

Kickball

Volleyball

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JUNETEENTH EVENTS JUNE 10 Juneteenth Rodeo Jacksonville Equestrian Center blackrodeousa.com JUNE 15 “Respect: Soul Music in the Civil Rights Movement” Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center, St. Augustine

Juneteenth Father’s Day Family Cookout Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church juneteenthinjacksonville.com Melanin Market Juneteeth Celebration 822 A. Philip Randolph Blvd. jaxmelaninmarket.com Dom Flemons Live Waterworks, St. Augustine

lincolnvillemuseum.org

lincolnvillemuseum.org

Black Founders Forum

JUNE 18

UNF–Adam Herbert University Center ps27foundation.org Live Jazz Performance with Marcus Click Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center, St. Augustine

Heritage Brunch ft. Longineu Parsons Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center lincolnvillemuseum.org Gospel Juneteenth Celebration Daily’s Place

lincolnvillemuseum.org

dailysplace.com

JUNE 16

Miss Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant

“Celebration of African American Music: A Musical Journey” Florida Blue Center–St. Johns Town Center

Ritz Theatre and Museum juneteenthinjacksonville.com

eventbrite.com

Lincolnville Juneteenth Festival

The Mahøgånëë Xperīence

lincolnvillemuseum.org

Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center, St. Augustine

Corner Market, St. Augustine

JUNE 19

lincolnvillemuseum.org

Juneteenth Recognition Concert

“The Blackening” Screening

lincolnvillemuseum.org

Cathedral Basilica, St. Augustine

AMC 24 Regency eventbrite.com The Art District: A Streetwear Affair Jacksonville Fairgrounds facebook.com/theinfluencecrew JUNE 17 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Walk Eighth & Davis juneteenthinjacksonville.com Juneteenth Freedom Walk Parade MLK Foundation eventbrite.com “100 Days of Hope, 2019” by Hope McMath

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MONDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

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The Brix Taphouse (music bingo), 7 p.m. •

Mr. Chubby’s Wings–Ponte Vedra (mu-

•

Donovan’s Irish Pub, St. Augustine, 7

sic bingo), 6:30 p.m.

p.m.

•

•

Hurricane Grill & Wings–Atlantic Boule-

V Pizza–Mandarin (pop culture), 6:30 p.m.

vard (music bingo), 7 p.m.

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The Beacon, St. Augustine, 7 p.m.

Hurricane Grill & Wings–Julington

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Cruisers Grill, 7 p.m.

Creek (music bingo), 7 p.m.

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Dick’s Wings–Mandarin, 7 p.m.

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Mellow Mushroom–Avondale, 7 p.m.

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Firefly Bay, 7 p.m.

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Mellow Mushroom–Durbin Pavilion

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Ink Factory Brewing, 7 p.m.

Drive, 7 p.m.

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Island Wing Company–Southside Bou-

•

•

Mellow Mushroom–Fleming Island, 7 p.m.

•

levard (music bingo), 7 p.m.

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Mellow Mushroom–River City/

Mellow Mushroom–Jacksonville Beach, 7 p.m.

Northside, 7 p.m.

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Scarlett O’ Hara’s, St. Augustine, 7 p.m.

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Mellow Mushroom–Tinseltown, 7 p.m.

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V Pizza–Fleming Island (pop culture

•

V Pizza–Fleming Island (music bingo),

trivia), 7 p.m.

7 p.m.

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Veterans United Craft Brewery, 7 p.m.

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Wall Street, 7 p.m.

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Dick’s Wings–Fleming Island, 7:30 p.m.

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Treylor Park (pop culture trivia), 9 p.m.

•

Harps American Grill (pop culture), 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAYS

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Hoptinger–5 Points, 7:30 p.m.

•

•

Hurricane Grill–Fleming Island, 7:30

Mr. Chubby’s Wings–Fleming Island (music bingo), 6:30 p.m.

p.m.

•

The Back 40, 7 p.m.

•

King Maker Brewing, 7:30 p.m.

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Bottlenose Brewing, 7 p.m.

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Time Out Sports Grill, 7:30 p.m

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Dick’s Wings–Nocatee, 7 p.m.

•

The Brix Taphouse (pop culture trivia),

•

Dick’s Wings–San Pablo, 7 p.m.

•

Harps American Grill, 7 p.m.

•

Hoptinger–5 Points (music bingo), 7 p.m.

• • •

•

p.m.

•

Hoptinger–Jacksonville Beach, 9 p.m.

vard, 7 p.m.

THURSDAYS

Hurricane Grill & Wings–Julington

•

Dick’s Wings–Atlantic Boulevard, 7 p.m.

Creek, 7 p.m.

•

Kava and Company–San Marco (every

Hurricane Grill & Wings–Neptune

other Thursday), 7 p.m.

•

Island Wing Company–Southside, 7

Mr. Chubby’s Wings–Ponte Vedra, 7 p.m.

p.m.

•

Whiskey Jax–Baymeadows, 7 p.m.

•

Jax Craft Beer, 7 p.m.

•

Burrito Gallery–Brooklyn (’80s, ’90s &

•

Jerry’s Sports Grille, 7 p.m.

•

Players Grille, 7 p.m.

•

Flask & Cannon / V Pizza, 7:30 p.m.

•

Raindogs, 7 p.m.

•

Dick’s Wings–St Augustine, 7:30 p.m.

•

Sahara Cafe, 7 p.m.

•

Hoptinger–Jax Beach (music bingo), 9

•

Southern Grill, 7 p.m.

•

Xtreme Wings Sports Bar and Grille, St.

• •

2000s), 7:30 p.m.

p.m.

Johns, 7 p.m.

SATURDAYS

Culhane’s Irish Pub–Southside, 7:30

•

Hamburger Mary’s (HamBingo), 2 p.m.

p.m.

•

Dick’s Wings–Atlantic Boulevard, 7 p.m.

Flask & Cannon / V Pizza (pop culture),

•

Ink Factory Brewing (Name That Tune),

7:30 p.m.

• •

7 p.m.

King Maker Brewing (Name That Tune), 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAYS

Lynch’s Irish Pub (music bingo), 7:30

•

p.m.

All games are general knowledge trivia unless otherwise noted.

Hamburger Mary’s (drag bingo, 21+), 8

Hurricane Grill & Wings–Atlantic Boule-

Beach, 7 p.m.

•

8 p.m.

•

Time Out Sports Bar, 7:30 p.m.

•

Surfer the Bar (pop culture trivia), 9:30 p.m.

Ann O’Malley’s Irish Pub, 8 p.m. (first and third Sunday)

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Darby’s Dungeon: Where Pints, Puzzles, and Polyhedral Shenanigans Collide!

Words and photos by Carmen Macri When my boyfriend called and asked if I wanted to go to Darby’s Dungeon

Throughout our brief interview, the bar became teeming with a bustling crowd.

with him, I was a little concerned. Not knowing anything about the place

In fact, it was so packed that Montgomery and I had to find a new spot to chat,

besides the name, my head went straight into the gutter (can you blame

surrendering our tabletop to a duo of avid gamers in need. And according to

me?). But upon arrival, I was more than pleasantly surprised. No, It wasn’t

Montgomery, that’s an average night. Especially on the weekend or Tuesday

a BDSM shop; it was better.

night — Ladies Night— when ladies get a dollar off drinks and no table fees while Montgomery and the rest of the dungeon have free rein to “yell at men

We were met with a welcoming troll, hundreds of board games and a bar

for being the absolute worst.” (I mean, c’mon. Sign me up.)

— a Dungeons and Dragons-themed bar/coffee shop. (Not a full bar, but it gets the job done.) The tables are lined with fantasy maps with dragon and

Driven by her personal experience, Montgomery aspires to cultivate an inclu-

ogre heads mounted on the wall above.

sive environment where women feel genuinely embraced within this community. “Ladies Night is great for getting the ladies out and meeting new people

Darby Montgomery, the proud owner and namesake of Darby’s Dungeon,

that have similar interests,” Montgomery explained. “Going into ‘Cool Stuff

was sick and tired of having no place (besides her own “dungeon”) for

Games’ [as a woman], seriously, like, you immediately feel like a pariah. It

game nights, so, she decided to take matters into her own hands back in

doesn’t work. If you’re a woman, you’re getting shit on”

March 2019, boldly proclaiming, “F*** it, I’m making this happen!” And thus, her saga began.

On Wednesday nights, Darby’s Dungeon dedicates their evenings to RPG (Role Play Game) sessions. Montgomery also emphasized that this particular

“We would go to restaurants or bars, but they don’t want us sitting there for

night is exceptionally welcoming to beginners, further fostering the inclusive

five hours. And the card shops around here were kind of gross,” Montgom-

and accommodating atmosphere (though, Montgomery does recommend

ery explained. “I just couldn’t get over the idea that, like, I could do this.”

reaching out to her personally or through the shop’s social pages to rent a ta-

After the realization, Montgomery wasted no time springing into action.

ble in advance because the advanced players might gobble up the newbies).

With a burning desire to unleash something truly outlandish upon the un-

Fridays are Board Game Social nights which offer a wonderful opportunity to

suspecting Jacksonville scene, she dove in headfirst. Unfortunately, the

connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion. It’s an excellent

timing was not on her side. Montgomery was returning from a tradeshow in

occasion to forge new friendships and expand your social circle.

Nevada, carrying valuable inventory worth more than $5,000, when the entire country unexpectedly went into lockdown. Rather than spending more

Darby’s Dungeon extends a warm invitation to anyone and everyone — with

on contractors and painters, Montgomery gathered her closest compan-

the only caveat being a simple request: “Don’t be an asshole.” So, if you’re in

ions and made it a DIY dungeon. With the shop serving as an ideal blank

near Beach Boulevard and San Pablo Road and seeking a refreshingly differ-

canvas, Montgomery and her team had the opportunity to transform her

ent experience away from the ordinary Jacksonville haunts, check out Dar-

visions into reality. However, due to a limited budget in the initial stages,

by’s Dungeon. But be aware — there are three rules you must follow.

the outcome had a “raw” aesthetic.

“No Jenga, no magic tricks and NO karaoke,” Montgomery says. “Jenga is jarring when it falls and startles me. Karaoke? No. Why the f*** would I do

“We painted it this horrible color, I absolutely hated it,” Montgomery explained. “Then we put this B.S. carpet down that came in eight-by-eight squares. We literally just duct taped them down. I just handed one of my friends my credit card and said, ‘Go to Home Depot and find something.’”

Because of Montgomery’s consistent hosting of game nights at her residence, she managed to amass a considerable fan base. Consequently, when the time came for the grand opening, she already found herself surrounded by a dedicated clientele. There was no worry that Montgomery might struggle to bring in a crowd. Her loyal game partners and friends might have been more excited than she.

“I had been doing a bunch of events just getting the brand out there and doing a bunch on social media,” Montgomery said. “And so by the time I opened my doors, I had 1,400 followers. People felt like they were a part of this whole thing. Whenever it finally opened, they’re like, ‘Oh, my God, I’ve been waiting for this.’”

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karaoke?”

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THEATER / DANCE

THROUGH JUNE 4

“Mean Girls” (High School Version)

JUNE 17

“Jersey Boys”

The Island Theater, Fleming Island

“One Woman Man: The Stage Play”

Alhambra Theatre & Dining

theislandtheater.com

Ritz Theatre & Museum

alhambrajax.com

ritzjacksonville.com JUNE 9-25

“Little Miss Sunshine”

“Pippin”

JUNE 18-22

Limelight Theatre, St. Augustine

Theatre Jacksonville

“Mean Girls” (Junior Version)

limelight-theatre.org

theatrejax.com

The Island Theater, Fleming Island theislandtheater.com

JUNE 8-18

“Little Shop of Horrors”

“Grease the Musical” High School Edition

Orange Park Community Theatre

JUNE 22-25

Amelia Musical Playhouse, Amelia Island

opct.info

Apex Theatre presents Disney’s “Newsies”

ameliamusicalplayhouse.com

Flagler College–Lewis Auditorium JUNE 11

apextheatrejax.com

JUNE 8- JULY 23

Amelia Island Dance Series: Havana Nights

“Beauty and the Beast”

Sadler Ranch, Fernandina Beach

JUNE 23

Alhambra Theatre & Dining

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Story Slam: “No Class”

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The 5 & Dime presents “Clyde’s”

Players by the Seat Theatre

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The Florida Ballet Theatre

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“Nunsense”

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Apex Theatre presents “Beautiful: The Carole

“Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery”

King Story”

ONGOING

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Once Upon A Time In Jacksonville Words and photos by Ambar Ramirez Over a century ago, before films were made with sound and before Hol-

that were in the motion pictures, if they were even in them,” Wingo ex-

lywood became analogous with cinema, Jacksonville was known as the

plained. “This was greatly exacerbated by ‘The Birth of a Nation,’ which,

“Winter Film Capital of the World.” From 1907 to 1917, our (you guessed it)

as you know, portrayed Blacks in incredibly negative terms. So there were

winterless climate attracted 30 film studios and filmmakers from all over the

several companies that grew up out of this effort to provide for this large

world to settle down in the Bold City of the South and produce over 300

Black audience of moviegoers, something that would be relevant to them,

silent films.

at least aspirational, in the case of Richard Norman.”

But as with many valuable and delicate items, many of the films from that

Considering this was around the mid-1920s, segregation, racism and dis-

time were either lost or destroyed. Nevertheless, if there is one thing Jack-

crimination were very much prominent. Norman took risks making these

sonville is renowned for, it is our unwavering commitment to safeguarding

films and faced many censors. Nonetheless, he looked past all the restric-

the history of our city.

tions and made many memorable films because of it. Some popular “race films” of his being the “The Flying Ace” and the “The Green Eyed Monster,”

On Old Arlington Road sits a large white wood-paneled building that at first

both of which showed Blacks in a positive light, as regular people who

seems like any other property — except it hasn’t been open to the public for

deserved the same rights as everyone else. (Talk about being ahead of his

100 years, locking up Jacksonville’s film history along with it. The building

time!) Not only did Norman cast Black actors, but he also hired Black crew

in question? Norman Studios.

members, including assistant director, and notably, Steve “Peg” Reynolds (so named because he had a peg leg) who acted and did stunts in many of

Before we talk about Norman Studios, though, we have to talk about the

the films and even worked as a self-employed advertiser, often accompany-

man behind it all, Richard E. Norman. Born in 1892 in Middleburg, Norman

ing Norman on trips to promote the films.

was just four years old when the first public screening of a motion picture took place in Paris. He and cinematography grew up together, side by side.

Still, all good things must come to an end and when sound in films came

As a teenager, he worked at theaters in Jacksonville, and once 1910 rolled

along, so did the end Norman’s filmmaking career.

around and his parents split, he moved to the Midwest. It was in Kansas City where Norman’s filmmaking career would truly begin.

“He had invented something that was like the Vitaphone. It was sound on disc, but, of course, that was rapidly overtaken by sound on the film itself,”

“In about 1914-1915, he started making so-called ‘townie motion pictures,’

Wingo explained. “So he really got out of the business of feature-length

which were pictures made for a local audience with a set script,” said Bar-

films. Although he stayed in the movie distribution business, he and his wife

bara C. Wingo, vice president of the Norman Studios Board. “He would go

owned two African-American theaters in Florida, one in Apopka and one in

into the town, make a deal with usually a theater owner, and they would

Winter Park.”

make a film that would have as the stars of the film, people in the town. And the people in the town would certainly enjoy watching that in their local

Even though Norman is no longer with us, his legacy lives on. Even more

theater.”

so now with the re-opening of Norman’s Studios, Jacksonville’s only surviving silent film complex. While the five-story structure is still in the works

It was through these “townies” that Norman began to make a name for

of being refurbished, the first floor is open to the public and has original

himself. By the 1920s Norman would move back to Jacksonville and set

movie posters, film canisters and even one of Norman’s many inventions,

up shop at the five-building Arlington property that originally belonged to

the camera phone.

Eagle Film City.

When I visited the space for their sneak-peek preview, it was as if I had “This complex was built by Eagle Film Manufacturing Company, which was

time-traveled to the 1920s. The magic that was made in that studio very

a group that came down in 1916 from Chicago for the express purpose of

much still exists within its walls. So if you are looking for something unique

building a complete motion picture complex that would have everything in

to do in Jacksonville, I suggest taking a trip down our city’s silent film mem-

it so they wouldn’t have to send any more movies back to be developed

ory lane.

[or] film back to be developed in New York,” Wingo shared. “They could do it right here. Everything would be in this one complex.”

While I’m at it, I’d also like to suggest to our city’s leaders replacing the Andrew Jackson statue with one of Richard Norman. His contributions to

Despite Norman’s films being silent, they spoke volumes and what really

the city — and the world, really — are far more deserving of recognition

set him apart from the other 30 silent filmmakers in Jacksonville was his

than Old Hickory’s.

contribution to “race films.”

“Race films were films that started to be made in the early 1910s and were

For more information on Richard E. Norman and Norman Studios, visit

meant to counteract the very, very negative pictures of African-Americans

normanstudios.org.

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TV REVIEWS: ‘SUCCESSION’, ‘BARRY’ AND ‘TED LASSO’ Words by Harry Moore In an interesting turn of fate, or more likely in a bid to beat the deadline

ing its fourth and final season. Much like its previous seasons, “Barry” man-

for Emmy eligibility, three of the most acclaimed and discussed series of

aged to clear its endlessly raised bar as it hurtles toward its inevitable bom-

recent years are making their final farewells and going off the air within

bastic conclusion. For the final act of his hitman/Hollywood satire, Hader

the same week. Each show has been a stalwart of the streaming era and

has gone full auteur, directing and co-writing every episode, and his labor

a flagship for their respective services, but they differ greatly in their aims

has produced results for all to see. “Barry” is amongst the most cinematic

and executions.

works of television ever seen. Everything from the camera movements to the choices in blocking and framing and editing shows that this series is

With “Succession,” power in modern capitalism is examined through a priv-

the work of someone with a deep knowledge of and affection for film and

ileged and conniving family who sit at the head of a media empire, per-

has put an endless number of hours of thought into what they would like to

petually double-cross and squabble with one another to seize control of

see on screen and then flawlessly executes that vision. Hader has revealed

the multinational conservative news corporation Waystar Royco and also

plans to turn to filmmaking once his series has ended, and there is no doubt

attempt to gain affection from their monstrous father. The Roy family, a set

in my mind that he will go on to be one of the most exciting and definitive

of thinly-veiled stand-ins for the Murdoch clan of media tyrants, is head-

directors of his generation. Even still, this gripping, deeply funny and often

ed by the brutish patriarch Logan (Brian Cox) whose unwavering drive to

heartbreaking series will be greatly missed after the finale.

dominate industry and steer the wheels of power in America has caused the underlings who surround him to both fawn and fear him — none more

Then there is “Ted Lasso,” the feel-good underdog star of the pandemic.

so than his emotionally stunted adult children. Since the beginning of the

Upon its release in 2020, Jason Sudeikis’ fish-out-of-water sitcom about

show the craven siblings, Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Siobhan aka Shiv (Sarah

an eternally optimistic American football coach moving across the pond to

Snook) and Roman (Kieran Culkin), have spent the majority of their time and

manage AFC Richmond, a struggling London-based Premier League foot-

energy jockeying amongst each other for Logan’s affection and the keys to

ball club, was a much-needed breath of positive fresh air at a time we’d

the family business in the inevitable succession of corporate power. While

all like to forget. And that first season has all the hallmarks of a feel good,

many audience members may be understandably turned off by watching a

underdog sports comedy, often tickling a funny bone as it tugs on the heart

bunch of wealthy deplorables fighting over a hollow throne, the peerless

strings. Then the second season avoided the sophomore slump even as

performances from the ensemble somehow turn these self-serving, soul-

the hugely expanded cast and the divergence into weightier themes threat-

less husks into characters with depth who, against all odds, you find your-

ened to derail the breezy show. But in its current third and, supposedly,

self routing for even as we see them verbally destroy anyone they cross

final season Ted Lasso has wavered and struggled beneath the weight

paths with, casually upend people’s lives and even subvert democracy it-

of its deep bench of charming ensemble players, who are largely given a

self for their own means.

supply of underdeveloped storylines with half-baked resolutions to work with. The developments in the season feel more concerned with sharing a

Cox has long been regarded as a consummate thespian, able to bring gravi-

perspective on a given social issue than on telling a cohesive story. Most

tas to any role he takes on, and the part of Logan Roy was supposed to

egregiously, key moments in ongoing storylines happen off screen with

be an emphatic exclamation point to his long and revered career — and

little build up; such as the redemption arc of Nate (Nick Mohammed), Ted’s

it is a titanic, scenery-chewing performance. But the show’s success also

former assistant-turned-heel, where important moments in his return to the

speaks to the strength of Strong’s performance as Kendall, the seemingly

light occur between episodes, which is quite befuddling given that the epi-

most capable Roy sibling, who deals with an endless roster of inner de-

sodes’ runtimes have doubled on average. It is almost as though the writers

mons. As Kendall, Strong has developed this equally loathsome and tragic

on “Ted Lasso” got a head start on the Writers Guild strike.

character with a layered performance that stands with the likes of James Gandolfini and Bryan Cranston as one of the best leading roles in any se-

Having said that, “Ted Lasso” is far from terrible. Sudeikis is a ray of light on

ries ever. And it truly is the entire ensemble giving revelatory, career-best

screen in a role that will likely define his career going forward, as are the

performances, from recurring characters like J. Smith-Cameron’s veteran

rest of the cast, who have earned their expanded time in front of the cam-

executive Gerri Kellman and Alexander Skarsgård’s maniacal tech billion-

era — even if it is to the detriment of the show’s overall writing choices. It

aire Lukas Maatsen to scene-stealing supporting characters like the Dis-

is hard to escape the feeling that if “Ted Lasso” were continuing for further

gusting Brothers themselves, Nicholas Braun’s Cousin Greg and Matthew

adventures, then this could be viewed as an adequate, if underwhelming,

Macfadyen’s Emmy-winning turn as Tom Wambsgans, the self-preserving

season of a long- running sitcom. But as an ending to one of the more be-

husband of Shiv. But as good as the performances are, it is the writing that

loved dramedies in recent years, it is a disappointment.

really puts “Succession” at the precipice of prestige television. Headed by Jesse Armstrong, a veteran of British television, the writers of “Succession” manage to seamlessly blend the drama of these broken people with some of the most acidicly funny lines of dialogue uttered on television. Through its time on the air, “Succession” has been peerless as a dramatic series and will leave a massive void in the television landscape.

The conclusion of “Succession” has been paired with the ending of another lauded series from HBO with Bill Hader’s sublime black comedy “Barry” air-

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THE ART CENTER COOPERATIVE

• “Kristin Skees: Close Knit,” virtual exhibition

ONGOING

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Art Walk: June 7 Downtown Jacksonville lights up the first Wednes-

JENNA ALEXANDER STUDIO

THE LIGHTNER MUSEUM

day of the month with art by local artists at hubs

• “Modern Summer”

• “Contemporary Chronicles of St. Augustine,”

in James Weldon Johnson Park, The Jessie and

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through Sept. 30

Vagabond Flea at VyStar Tower from 5–9 p.m.

• “75 for 75: Lightner Musuem Diamond Anniver-

Visitors can also enjoy live music, food trucks,

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sary Exhibition,” ongoing

street performers, free admission to MOCA and

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• “Illuminate: Lightner Museum’s Stained Glass

complimentary rides on JTA’s Skyway.

Rediscovered,” ongoing

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Jacksonville Jaguars 2023 Season Predictions

The NFL draft has concluded, and the schedules are out, so now it is time to predict how the Jacksonville home team will fare this upcoming season.

Words by Carson Rich WEEK 1: INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (AWAY)

WEEK 6: INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (HOME)

The Jaguars begin their journey on the road against a division rival. Their

The second meeting in the AFC South should look a little different, since

matchups last season brought great success for the Jags, as they were

Indianapolis has had some time to adapt to their new additions. The final

undefeated in two blowout wins. Rookie QB Anthony Richardson makes his

score will be a bit tighter, but LB Josh Allen and the Jags Defense will pre-

debut in this game for the Colts, but Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence’s experi-

vail in the end.

ence will shine during the opener.

Prediction: W

Prediction: W

Jaguars 13-Colts 7

Jaguars 24-Colts 14 WEEK 7: NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (AWAY) WEEK 2: KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (HOME)

This week’s matchup brings the Jags back to the NFC South against the

In the first home game of the season, the Jaguars face off against the

Saints, who have seemingly been going through a rebuild over the past

defending Super Bowl champs. Their matchups last year ended with two

few years. The addition of veteran QB Derek Carr will make a tough game

heartbreaking losses, including one in the playoffs that ended their season.

for the Jags secondary under the Thursday night lights. It will be tight, but

This may be a revenge game for Jacksonville, but Kansas City comes out

Jacksonville pulls it out late in the fourth quarter.

with the win.

Prediction: W

Prediction: L

Jaguars 14-Saints 10

Jaguars 17-Chiefs 28 WEEK 8: PITTSBURGH STEELERS (AWAY) WEEK 3: HOUSTON TEXANS (HOME)

The Steelers defense has built up a group that could be a real force this

Jacksonville welcomes yet another rookie QB — C.J. Stroud — and also a

season, but Jacksonville will have an answer. The combination of RB Travis

new head coach in this matchup. Both of these are large advantages for the

Etienne and WR Calvin Ridley should enforce some speed for the team to

amount of veterans stacked on the Jaguars defense. Coming off the tough

cruise by for their third win in a row, a week before the bye.

loss to the Chiefs the week before should also provide the momentum they

Prediction: W

need to pull through before their trip to London.

Jaguars 21-Steelers 7

Prediction: W Jaguars 35-Texans 13

WEEK 9: BYE WEEK

WEEK 4: ATLANTA FALCONS (LONDON)

WEEK 10: SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (HOME)

The Jaguars have back-to-back international games this year in London,

The refurbished 49ers are going to be intimidating for defenses around

which brings an entirely new atmosphere to play in. This will also be a

the NFL. The blockbuster trade that landed them superstar RB Christian

long-awaited reunion for both fanbases, as WR Calvin Ridley looks to con-

McCaffrey and the elusiveness of LB Fred Warner will shake Jacksonville

front his former team after a year-long gambling suspension that caused

up on both sides of the ball. San Francisco blows through this game in a

him to be traded to Jacksonville. Both teams are pretty evenly matched, but

tough loss for the Jags.

Atlanta finishes strong in the last minutes.

Prediction: L

Prediction: L

Jaguars 6-49ers 23

Jaguars 24-Falcons 27 WEEK 11: TENNESSEE TITANS (HOME) WEEK 5: BUFFALO BILLS (LONDON)

Tennessee’s unstable quarterback situation will come to light in this game,

The Jaguars’ second game in London presents a dominant threat from the

when QB Ryan Tannehill struggles against the fearsome Jaguars defensive

AFC. These two teams have not seen each other in two years, and both

line. Head Coach Mike Vrabel looks to be entering the team in a light re-

have made drastic improvements since then. Jacksonville has momentum

build these next couple of years, and it might show here.

coming into this, but QB Josh Allen and the Bills’ explosive offense will be

Prediction: W

enough to push them ahead.

Jaguars 17-Titans 7

Prediction: L Jaguars 10-Bills 21

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Jacksonville Jaguars 2023 Season Predictions WEEK 12: HOUSTON TEXANS (AWAY)

WEEK 18: TENNESSEE TITANS (AWAY)

In back-to-back division rivalry games, Jacksonville looks to build some

The closer to the 2023 regular season ends well for Jacksonville, as the

momentum coming into their Monday night game with this one. Just as it

second game between the two shouldn’t be too different from the first. RB

happened earlier this season, it will most likely happen again since Hous-

Derrick Henry remains a threat to their defense, but the Titans’ quarterback

ton lacks greatly in the wide receiver department and their defense needs

weaknesses are still prominent. The Jaguars finish off strong, likely heading

improvement.

into the playoffs.

Prediction: W

Prediction: W

Jaguars 21-Texans 3

Jaguars 24-Texans 14

WEEK 13: CINCINNATI BENGALS (HOME) Jacksonville’s second primetime game of the season presents a matchup of two major offensive forces in the league. Both wide receiver cores should shine in this one, and it will end up being a shootout after halftime. Cincinnati pulls away at the end but not without a fight.

Prediction: L Jaguars 28-Bengals 35 WEEK 14: CLEVELAND BROWNS (AWAY) Cleveland has one of the best running backs in Nick Chubb and one of the best edge-rushers in Myles Garrett. This poses a problem for Jacksonville, as both their rush defense and their offensive line could use some work.

QB Deshaun Watson’s controversy from last year will have settled down by this time, giving him enough to push them through in a tough road game for the Jaguars.

Prediction: L Jaguars 7-Browns 17 WEEK 15: BALTIMORE RAVENS (HOME) Facing former MVP QB Lamar Jackson after two straight losses is going to be a challenge for Jacksonville but not an impossibility. RB Travis Etienne should have a great game against Baltimore, and as long as their defense can contain Lamar Jackson, they should be in great shape to come out with a victory.

Prediction: W Jaguars 14-Ravens 13 WEEK 16: TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (AWAY) After having some time to get used to the absence of former QB Tom Brady, this Tampa Bay offense should be fired up for this in-state matchup. Just hours away from Jacksonville, the fans in attendance should be pretty neutral, working in the Jaguars favor. In the end, Trevor Lawrence has a field day on the Bucs.

Prediction: W Jaguars 27-Buccaneers 13 WEEK 17: CAROLINA PANTHERS (HOME) In the penultimate round of the season, Carolina is still trying to workout some of the flaws in their game. After losing WR D.J. Moore, nobody stands out as a leader just yet, and rookie QB Bryce Young will have to prove to everyone that he has what it takes. I do not think it will happen this season, though, as the Jags take the win on their way to the final game.

Prediction: W Jaguars 20-Panthers 7

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UF’s Alex Fudge and FAU’s Johnell Davis Declare for NBA Draft Carson Words by Carson Rich

The 2023 NBA season is coming to a close, and with the draft date quickly approaching on June 22, many collegiate-level players are looking to make their mark on the professional level. UF’s Alex Fudge and FAU’s Johnell Davis are two stars that recently declared themselves eligible for this next step in their career.

Alex Fudge is a forward from the University of Florida, who has made a strong impression during his time in the NCAA. After transferring from LSU to Florida, Fudge goes into June as a serious contender for a pick in this year’s draft. As a 6’9” rim protector, he uses his size and reach to intimidate anyone who dares going into the paint. He had multiple double-doubles to add to his highlight reel, including a viral posterizer (aka dunk) during an in-state rivalry matchup that electrified the crowd.

Fudge’s sophomore year pointed out his versatility with the way he is able to go coast to coast, doing whatever it takes to work his team toward a win.

Although neither team he was on had much success in the two seasons he played, he was still able to prove that he can perform at the highest level.

“It’s going to be those kids out there that just want your spot … but if you stay true to your game and you know what you can do and what you’re capable of, I mean, it shouldn’t be anything that could knock you off your path,” Fudge said in an interview with JT Micdup about the pressure of being a ranked player in college.

Johnell Davis is a guard from FAU that also declared in early April, and he has shown that he certainly has what it takes. Davis’ play style is fastpaced, and he can seamlessly get a bucket whenever he chooses. The way he attacks the rim with his wide wingspan and his ability to pull up from deep proves that he can be a threat from anywhere on the court.

Like Fudge, Davis also had a viral moment during his college career when he accidentally cursed on live television following his second round performance and immediately apologized for it. This was taken very lightly as he noticeably did not mean to, but the moment still managed to spread across social media soon after.

Throughout his career at FAU, he built up quite the resume that could land him a position in the NBA. In March 2023, the Owls were thriving in the NCAA tournament, eventually making it to the FInal Four, and Davis played a massive role in taking them there. He shined in the round of 32 putting up a historic triple-double with 29 points and 12 rebounds, which earned them a spot in the Sweet 16.

Over the years, Florida has been growing in popularity in the basketball world, and these two young men are next in line to represent at the highest level. Look out on June 22, when they will be waiting for their moment in history to walk across the stage at the NBA Draft.

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Folio’s Survival Guide to Music Festival Season Words by Ambar Ramirez and Carmen Macri Our days of long sleeves and pants are a distant memory as we welcome jean shorts, fringe tops, and tank tops with open arms.

As we readily anticipate the arrival of summer with its warm embrace and sun-kissed days, we can feel the excitement building as the highly-awaited music festival season draws near. The air is charged with eagerness as festival-goers prepare to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere, pulsating rhythms and captivating performances that await them. Being that we are incredibly qualified to offer our advice, as we just returned from Rockville (and have a whopping combined 30 festivals under our belts), we think it is only fair to share our secrets to surviving music festivals.

First things first, (as you’ll quickly find out) you’re going to need sunscreen.

Like a lot of it. Stepping out of our car into the sweltering sun, we wished we brought some. Even as we were walking into the festival, a poor, poor parking attendant was begging festival goers for sunscreen as she pointed at her lobster-red legs. You don’t want to be that person, and we don’t want you to be that person, so don’t be that person. Avoid the uncomfortable sunburn and awkward tanlines and bring a tub of SPF, as you’ll frequently be re-applying.

While on the topic of the sweltering sun, you must HYDRATE: You are not too good for water. Keep in mind, however, you cannot bring an already opened container of water into the festival; Either have it sealed or bring a hydration pack — most festivals offer free water refill stations … use them.

You do not want to be in the middle of the crowd dying of thirst with an empty water bottle. Prepare, kids. Especially if you are attending a festival in Florida since we all know how brutal the summers can be here.

Not only will you need the water to stay alive, but you’re also gonna need it to save your liver from all the alcohol you will be consuming. And while we can’t officially condone sneaking in your own party favors, we will say that what is offered is a bit pricey. Do what you will with this information. (For beginners, you can use fake tampon applicators or empty sunscreen bottles … but you did not hear that from us.) Plus, if you decide to partake in some extracurricular activities, water will be your best friend. Just remember not to take “candy” from strangers: It’s none of our business what you do take; we just want you to be safe.)

Lastly, dress comfortably. That’s not to say you can’t dress up as if you were headed to Coachella (which, at this point, is its own fashion show), but just know that you’ll be walking around and on your feet for hours. No elaborate outfit is worth being stuck in the suffocating porta-potties attempting to pull those skin-tight pants back up over your sweaty legs.

In spite of the apparent hurdles, music festivals can be an absolute blast when executed effectively. Regardless of how sweaty, exhausted, malodorous, inebriated or elevated you may feel, it’s worth staying ’til the very end for the final performer. There’s a reason they were picked to conclude the festival, and you won’t be disappointed. (That and your friends won’t make fun of you for tapping out early.)

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from HEARTACHE TO HIGH NOTES:

A ZACH BRYAN CONCERT REVIEW

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Words and photos by Carmen Macri Before delving into this review, I must confess that my unwavering love for

Occasionally, it can be frustrating when an artist takes a step back during

Zach Bryan, who happens to be my all-time favorite artist, may introduce

the chorus of a song, letting the crowd take control. However, when Bryan

some bias. However, if we can set aside personal preferences and have

did so, it was pure magic. Witnessing the entire stadium resoundingly echo

faith in my impeccable taste, let’s proceed.

the lyrics back to him was a jaw-dropping moment. One can only imagine the indescribable feeling it must evoke within him. That is something that

Acquiring tickets for this concert turned into a chaotic ordeal after Zach

sets Bryan’s concerts apart from the rest: He has a profound connection

Bryan’s decision to boycott TicketMaster (and rightly so — down with the

with the audience making small talk in between songs and reassuring the

scalpers!). Instead of sky-high prices, ticket costs were capped at $150,

crowd how much he loves the city we’re in.

but the process to obtain them became a lottery of chance. Only those randomly selected were deemed eligible. I, unfortunately, was not one of

When the time came for Bryan to play “Heavy Eyes” (undoubtedly, my favor-

those lucky few. I was placed into an online waiting room and had to put all

ite song), I was pleasantly surprised I didn’t sink through the floor or receive

my cards on some unlucky schmuck bailing last minute. Regardless, I made

any hushing remarks. My voice is gone, but that’s OK — it was worth it.

it to the concert.

Each song on the setlist weaved a captivating tale, and Bryan proved himTrampled by Turtles took the stage as the opening act, and to no one’s

self to be an exceptional storyteller. The concert was a perfect blend of

surprise, they unleashed unparalleled domination. This group of six-string

heartfelt melodies and songs that make me wish I grew up in Oklahoma

virtuosos crafted an electrifying atmosphere that left the audience in awe.

line dancing.

And fortunately for the audience, Trampled by Turtles brought Bryan out for a little pre-show surprise and let him sing alongside them for their final

The climax of the concert unquestionably stood out as the highlight. Like

two songs.

many concerts where the artist exits the stage, attempting to deceive the crowd into believing the night has concluded, only to have us collectively

During the brief intermission between sets, the bars became flooded with

chant, “One more song! One more song!” Bryan added his unique touch

last-minute drink refills (myself included) fortifying themselves for hours of

to the experience. Emerging from backstage, Bryan, accompanied by his

relentless dancing and singing. After a seemingly endless stretch of time,

bandmates and the members of Trampled by Turtles, held a guitar in hand,

though it was merely a fleeting handful of minutes, the lights gradually

strumming the enchanting melody of “Revival.” The majority of the crowd

dimmed, and the crowd erupted. Bryan with the perfect cold open to any

was well aware that he wouldn’t conclude the set without performing that

concert — “Open The Gate.” Never before have I witnessed a concert where

particular song. However, they were unaware of Bryan’s plan to deliver a

the entire crowd was so intimately acquainted with every single lyric. Not a

15-minute rendition, intertwining it with heartfelt introductions and praises

single beat was missed.

for his talented bandmates, all while in-between the chorus “We’re having an all-night revival…” — and indeed, that’s exactly what ensued. Not a single

Midway through the concert, Bryan unleashed a bombshell on the crowd:

moment did the audience or Bryan himself waver. Throughout the entire

It turns out that half of the cherished songs we all hold dear were craft-

song, the crowd remained on their feet, harmoniously joining in the singing.

ed within the confines of Jacksonville. Bryan was stationed in Jacksonville during his time in the Navy back in 2019. One can only imagine the thun-

My bias aside, a Zach Bryan concert is one that should be on everyone’s

derous chorus of “DUUUVAL!” chants that ensued in response. (Of course,

bucket list.

I participated.)

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CONCERTS

JUNE 1

Chalooby Album Release Show

JUNE 7

Charlie Puth

Jack Rabbits

The Fellas

Daily’s Place

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Underbelly

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underbellyjax.com Ultimate Floyd: A Tribute to Pink Floyd

Hymn for Her

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Jameson Tank with Parks & Razz and Outer Edge

Blue Jay Listening Room

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Band

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1904 Music Hall Undefined Tour: Inner Sanctum, Tricord, Crimson 1904musichall.com

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Overtone, The Citrus Trees

Fast Fashion: The Depeche Mode Mode

Murray Hill Theatre

Within Chaos/Squidmaker

Experience

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Jack Rabbits

Jack Rabbits jaxlive.com

jaxlive.com JUNE 4 TLC & Shaggy: Hot Summer Nights with special JUNE 7 & 8

JP Soars & The Red Hots

guests En Vogue & Sean Kingston

Rebelution

Cafe Eleven, St. Augustine

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

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theamp.com

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JUNE 2 & 3

Jazz at the Jacksonville Symphony

JUNE 8

Kane Brown

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts

Subhumans

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

jaxsymphony.org

Jack Rabbits

theamp.com

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“Revolution: The Music of The Beatles. A Sym- 1904 Music Hall

Grass Is Dead

phonic Experience.”

Cafe Eleven, St. Augustine

1904musichall.com

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts jaxsymphony.org

originalcafe11.com JUNE 6 Them Dirty Roses

JUNE 9

JUNE 3

Jack Rabbits

Walker Hayes: Duck Buck Tour

Carole Mayedo

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Daily’s Place

Blue Jay Listening Room bluejayjax.com

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dailysplace.com

Chalk Tiger

Halocene

JUNE 18

Jack Rabbits

Jack Rabbits

Jazz Discovery Series: Dayna Stephens Quartet

jaxlive.com

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James Weldon Johnson Park

Grass Is Dead and The Copper Tones

Marcus Click

Underbelly

Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, St. Au- Triathalon

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gustine

Jack Rabbits

lincolnvillemuseum.org

jaxlive.com

Conrad Tao Plays Prokofiev

JUNE 16

JUNE 19

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts

Nardo Wick and Lil Poppa

Juneteenth Celebration

jaxsymphony.org

Florida Theatre

Cathedral Basilica, St. Augustine

floridatheatre.com

staugustinemusicfestival.com

Ritz Voices: The Gospel Truth

Flipturn with special guest Trash Panda

JUNE 20

Ritz Theatre & Museum

Intuition Bier Hall

NASCAR Aloe

ritzjacksonville.com

intuitionaleworks.com

Jack Rabbits

Quail Hollow

Swamptooth

Jack Rabbits

Blue Jay Listening Room

JUNE 22

jaxlive.com

bluejayjax.com

Tedeschi Trucks Band Summer Tour 2023

JUNE 11

King Peach

Logic: The College Park Tour

Cafe Eleven, St. Augustine

Daily’s Place

originalcafe11.com

jamesweldonjohnsonpark.org

JUNE 9-10

JUNE 10

jaxlive.com

Daily’s Place

dailysplace.com

dailysplace.com Zach Bartholomew Trio Friday Musicale–L’Engle Hall

The Mahøgånëë Xperīence

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JUNE 12

Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, St. Au-

Ryan Adams & The Cardinals

gustine

JUNE 23

Florida Theatre

lincolnvillemuseum.org

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

floridatheatre.com

Florida Theatre Big Murph

Spotlight

Sadler Ranch, Fernandina Beach

Jack Rabbits

sadlerranch.com

jaxlive.com

floridatheatre.com Labrada Band Murray Hill Theatre

JUNE 17

murrayhilltheatre.com

June 14

R&B Music Experience 2023

The Convalescence

VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

Mad Caddies with The Supervillains

Jack Rabbits

jaxevents.com

Underbelly

jaxlive.com

underbellyjax.com Dayna Stephens Quartet

Walter Parks & Guy Davis: Songs of the American

Friday Musicale

JUNE 23-25

Story

fridaymusicale.com

St. Augustine Music Festival

Blue Jay Listening Room bluejayjax.com

Cathedral Basilica, St. Augustine Deaf Orca

staugustinemusicfestival.com

Jack Rabbits JME Presents: Jared Matteson

jaxlive.com

The Walrus thewalrusjax.com

JUNE 24 An Intimate Evening with Jagged Edge, Dru Hill

Flipturn with Teal Peel

and Ginuwine

Intuition Bier Hall

Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts

intuitionaleworks.com

jaxevents.com

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Freebird: Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute

Jeremy’s Ten: A Pearl Jam Tribute

theamp.com

Underbelly

Underbelly

underbellyjax.com

underbellyjax.com

Rock Symphony Orchestra

Gamble Rogers Concert Series: Dom Flemons

MOLD!

Florida Theatre

with Bad Dog Mama

Jack Rabbits

floridatheatre.com

The Waterworks, St. Augustine

jaxlive.com

June 15 My Morning Jacket with special guest Wilderado

The Music of Led Zeppelin with The Jacksonville

gamblerogersfest.org

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JUNE 25 Straight No Chaser with special guest Ambrosia St. Augustine Amphitheatre

JME PRESENTS

theamp.com JUNE 26 Tatiana Eva-Marie & The Avalon Jazz Band Cafe Eleven originalcafe11.com JUNE 27 Bilmuri Jack Rabbits jaxlive.com JUNE 28 An Evening with Peter Frampton St. Augustine Amphitheatre theamp.com Dirty Rotten Imbeciles 40th Anniversary Tour Underbelly

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underbellyjax.com Davy Knowles Cafe Eleven, St. Augustine originalcafe11.com JUNE 29 Parker McCollum with special guest Larry Fleet

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St. Augustine Amphitheatre theamp.com Foolish Relics, Jahmen, Dakar & more 1904 Music Hall 1904musichall.com Jazz Discovery Series: Lexi Hamner Quartet Friday Musicale fridaymusicale.com JUNE 30 Southern Soul Summer Jam Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts jaxevents.com Dave Koz and Friends Summer Horns Live Florida Theatre

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NEW MUSIC RELEASES Made For You By Amiyah Golden

JUNE 2 The Massachusetts-based indie band, who have gifted us with hits like “Sleepyhead” and “Gossamer”

“The Reeling,” release an expanded digital version of their sophomore album, “Gossa-

Passion Pit

mer.”

“But Here We Are”

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees announced the release of their new project,

Foo Fighters

Fighters have endured over the last year.” This will be the band’s first project since the

“But Here We Are,” a “brutally honest and emotionally raw response to everything Foo death of drummer Taylor Hawkins.

“Bunny”

Beach Fossils

“Another Life”

Big Time Rush

As with the band’s previous albums, expect a melodic, mellow undertone with a strong emphasis on the guitar. Fans whisper about the theme of their seventh studio album “Bunny.”

This one may reel in some nostalgia for Nickelodeon fans. Pop group Big Time Rush releases its fourth studio album, “Another Life,” the group’s first album under their independent label.

JUNE 9 “Heaven is a Junkyard”

“Heaven is a Junkyard” comes out after seven years of silence from Youth Lagoon’s Trevor Powers. Powers’ has already released three songs off of the anticipated album with “The Sling” and “Idaho Alien” having a dark but dulcet undertone, and “Prizefighter” having a

Youth Lagoon slight pop accompaniment. Epic lyricism is to be presumed.

“Living in a Haze”

Milky Chance

With summer classics like “Stunner” and “Stolen Dance,” the German band has decided to grace us with their new album, “Living in a Haze.” The early release of the title track predicts an upbeat album perfect for a Florida summer.

JUNE 16 Fans may be in for something a bit different from Howard. With the influence of electronic “Is It?”

Ben Howard

“In Times New Roman”

beats, “Is It?” shifts from his usual neo-folk sound with plenty of variety. Born out of a serious health scare for Howard, the new release is being descried as a “sonically splintered album… [capturing] Howard working through the moments of seismic shift.”

The Washington natives known for hits such as “Go with the Flow” and “Mosquito Song” have announced their new album, “In Times New Roman.” The release of their single “Emotion Sickness” continues to highlight their classic rock sound, which will be nice to

Queens of the hear in 2023. This is the band’s first album in five years.

Stone Age

“Grudges”

Kiana Ledé

Ledé’s sophomore album, “Grudges,” comes three years after her debut album, “KIKI,” which was met with optimistic reviews. “Grudges” will feature another collab with Grammy winner Ella Mai. The R&B singer’s previous hits such as “Ex” and “Wicked Games” and the release of the title point to a potentially sultry soulful record.

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N E 23 “Chemistry”

Kelly Clarkson

The singer-turned-talk-show-host’s 10th studio album, “Chemistry,” is being dubbed her “post-breakup album” after divorcing music producer Brandon Blackstock. The release of her single, “me and mine” from the album, showcases Clarkson’s vulnerable lyricism with soulful vocals.

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BORN IN A BARN Words and interview by Rob Nicholson

From Macclenny to Hollywood: Dylan Gerard has ‘The Voice’ Macclenny’s own Dylan Gerard is “always trying to write his

instantly calmed after two coaches turned their chairs. In ad-

next favorite song.” Drawing on inspiration from artists like

dition to his time on “The Voice,” Dylan has many other mem-

Otis Redding, Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash,

ories that influenced and motivated his music career. One is

and bands including The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, creat-

singing to his sister while she was in a coma. He was moved

ing a mix between country and rock and Americana. His first

by the healing power that music had in his sister’s medical

single, “Simple Things,” was very well received in Nashville

recovery, and this incident propelled him to pursue his career

and reached No. 37 on the MusicRow Country Breakout Chart.

in music.

Gerard followed that song up with his newest single, released last month, “Young Again.”

Today, Dylan resides in Riverside and travels back and forth to Nashville working with his record label SSM Nashville. Dylan

It’s no surprise to people who know Gerard that he is a song-

stopped by the Folio HQ to play live acoustic versions of “Sim-

writer due to his family. Both of his parents were performers in

ple and “Young Again” and debuted a brand new single, “Big

their younger days. Also, growing up in Macclenny didn’t hurt

World Smaller.” We also talked about how things are blowing

when it came to enjoying country music.

up with his career and where his future is going. Learn more about Gerard at dylangerard.com

If you like watching NBC’s “The Voice,” you may already be familiar with Gerard. The singer songwriter appeared on Season 13 and says that he is thankful for the relationships he built while on the show, as well as the advice he received from both Kelly Clarkson and his coach, Adam Levine. He will always re-

WATCH THE INTERVIEW HERE

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LISTEN TO KENZIE Words and photos by Amiyah Golden College student by day.

Makeup artist and hairstylist on occasion.

Talented artist 24/7.

Mackenzie Connoway, preferably known as Kenzie of Kenzie’s Place is a true example of a girl boss, who just so happens to make soulful ballads in her limited free time.

The Jacksonville native recognized she liked performing after a solo chorus audition in middle school during Ms. Azelton’s class. This catalyzed Kenzie into the possibility of being a singer. But, 2019 was when Kenzie realized this was her dream.

“I felt like my world was kind of crumbling and I felt like I had no control over anything in my life. Everyone was telling me to find something realistic to do career-wise and that’s why I always fell back on doing what I love to do,” Kenzie said. “... and then I realized…don’t listen to them and just do it anyway.”

As Kenzie continues to emerge into the Jacksonville art scene and beyond, she has recently announced the dates for her first tour with fellow Jacksonville rapper, Kale.

The pair met at an event last November, with Kenzie singing background vocals for a show Kale was headlining. The two were met with considerate praise after the performance, prompting the two to work together, leading to their current self-titled tour.

The two have five shows coming up in Jacksonville for June, with the opportunity to open for Grammy nominated artist and producer, Toro y Moi at The Walrus, on June 14.

To check out their additional shows and music you can find them on their respective social media/streaming platforms listed below.

Kenzie Instagram: @kenzieesplace Spotify: Kenzie Kale Instagram: @kalethatraps Spotify: KALE THAT RAPS

With this revelation, Kenzie’s first album, “Kenzie’s Place” was born.

The 12-track album exudes neo-soul influence with the added flare of her unique enchanting vocals. With “11:11” being my favorite song off of the album (as well as one of Kenzie’s) - each song shines a light on the place Kenzie created for herself as well as her fans. Kenzie’s Place is more than a self-titled album but also a metaphor for a space of freedom.

“Kenzie’s Place is something I can control, this is my place. Whatever I say goes,” Kenzie said. “To create a place of vulnerability for not only myself but for my listeners.”

Heartbreak is also noted as a big inspiration for the release of her debut album, “[I was] putting that pain into something” While R&B is her expertise, Kenzie plans to break through into other genres. Stating the desire to write a country song and having a few unreleased alternative records (which I have heard and they rock - literally.) With talent that knows no bounds, Kenzie is working overtime to become a household name but maybe not in the way you imagine.

“I don’t want to be a mainstream artist. I want to stay underground because I feel like you cherish those artists more for being who they are,” Kenzie said.”I don’t want to have to do too much to be recognized as an artist. I want to be an artist that is cherished.”

Kenzie emphasizes the wish to be known for her artistry. Alluding to notable artists such as Erykah Badu and Cleo Sol.

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The G.O.A.T. Tapas & Bar thegoatjax.com Hawkers

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The Fish Company Restaurant and Oyster Bar

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Kamiya 86

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North Beach Fish Camp

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poestavern.com Ragtime Tavern

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Bellweather

Indochine

The Bread and Board

Juliette’s Bistro at Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

Burrito Gallery

Ocean Street Tacos

Cowford Chophouse

On The Fly Sandwiches & Stuff (food truck)

De Real Ting Cafe

Sweet Pete’s

Estrella Cocina

Spliff’s Gastropub

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Berndt Ends BBQ

Masala Indian Cuisine

Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro

One Night Taco Stand

ChopHouse Thirteen

Picasso’s Pizzeria

Julington Creek Fish Camp

Umami Japanese Curry & Ramen

Kazu Japanese Restaurant

Wicked Barley Brewing Company

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kazujapaneserestaurant.com

jaxmasala.com

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wickedbarley.com

Le Petit Paris French Cafe lepetitparisjax.com

Buchner’s Bierhall

Maple Street Biscuit Company

The Dreamette

Moon River Pizza

El Jefe Tex Mex

Murray Hillbilly

Fired Up Pizza

Vagabond Coffee Co.

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Green Papaya Pan Asian Cuisine

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Joseph’s Pizza

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Jazzy’s Restaurant & Lounge

Ale Pie House

Josephine

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Black Sheep

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Biggie’s Pizza

Nacho Taco

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Sushi Cafe

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Matthew’s Restaurant

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The Metro Diner

The Bearded Pig

The Olive Tree Mediterranean Grille

Bistro AIX Restaurant and Lounge

Peterbrooke

European Street Cafe

Southern Grounds

Flavors of Thai

Taverna

Fuji Sushi

Town Hall

The Local

V Pizza

1748 Bakehouse

Hola Mexican Restaurant

Crispy’s Springfield Gallery

Strings Sport Brewery

The Dreamette

Silkie’s Chicken & Champagne Bar

The District

Waafa and Mike’s Cafe

III Forks

Prati Italia

Catullo’s Italian

Mr. Potato Spread

Culhane’s Irish Pub

Midtown Table

The French Pantry

Taste of Thai

The Juicy Crab

Puerto Plata Restaurant

The Fox Restaurant

Sushi Bear

The Potter’s House Soul Food and Bistro

Trent’s Seafood

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I Sea You (and Taste Too): AB Kitchen Words by Su Ertekin-Taner I was certainly feeling like an Anton Ego (the food critic in the movie Rata-

The roasted beet and burrata appetizer–which continues our theme of al-

touille, for those that don’t recognize the character by name) when I walked

literation–the honey thyme roasted carrots and the feta chicken meatballs

into Neptune Beach’s AB Kitchen this afternoon, especially after the pub-

are also noteworthy meals. These dishes and all of AB Kitchen’s dishes are

lication of my last food review. I laid my careful gaze on every corner of

fashioned in thought-out proportions: each menu item–even the appetiz-

the very recently opened (circa December 2022) restaurant. AB Kitchen’s

ers–is filling and could stand on its own. Overall, AB Kitchen dabbles in

atmosphere and dining experience satisfied not only my attentive eyes, but

many flavors and yet, its menu remains cohesive in its focus on innovation

also my eager taste buds.

and healthy, honest, hearty foods.

For the visual readers and the visual eaters: Located just a couple hundred steps from the beaches, AB Kitchen embraces the beach atmosphere and

Irrefutably, AB Kitchen has established itself as a place of culinary excel-

I mean really tightly clutches it like a pet owner might clutch their pet after

lence in its first five months of operation. Its timeless and youthful beach-in-

a long work day away from home; it’s as if the exterior beach aura wafted

spired decor and inventive flavors make for a visual and gustatory heaven.

into the building and imposed itself on the interior design. The large art-

Of course, I could praise AB Kitchen’s setting and menu more but I’m sure,

works of beach scenes scattered throughout the venue, the lone surfboard

dear readers, your mouths are already watering and your pupils are already

on the entrance wall, the wicker light fixtures that imitate beach chairs, the

dilating. In dining at AB Kitchen, you would join a steady stream of custom-

sailor’s rope wrapped around a supporting beam all capitalize off of the

ers, some willing to wait in long lines to taste AB’s cuisine, whose presence

restaurant’s location.

speaks louder than any one review can.

Yet, the layout and the colors of AB Kitchen more completely capture the ocean’s ambience. The open concept design mimics the free, expansive ocean, the white ceilings and wall mirrors further open up the space, the navy blue hue of the booths and mosaic tiles found throughout the venue reflects the ocean’s color back to its viewers and the ecru-sandy walls call back to just that, sand. Of course, the outdoor seating with a convenient view of palm trees and the sometimes-glaring-sometimes-mild Florida sun also adds to the beachy bohemian atmosphere.

Not to mention AB Kitchen bears the mark of a young restaurant: its characteristic cleanliness and simplicity. This quality makes AB Kitchen’s interior easily visually digestible (pun intended) and appealing, gives the feel that the restaurant isn’t cramped even when it might be crowded and implies that every art piece and color has a purpose.

For the taste-dominated consumers: The thematic unity between the restaurant and the nearby ocean continues with AB Kitchen’s cuisine. The restaurant brings the ocean’s flavors to the table, literally: wild caught shrimp, yellowfin tuna, octopus, snow crab, seared scallop, salmon and the like grace the pages of the lunch and dinner menu and at a reasonable price no less.

But AB Kitchen broadens its flavor profile and indeed pioneers profiles, if I dare become so alliterative, creating a carefully curated upscale but relatively inexpensive menu (except for certain seafood items).

For this particular lunch, I tried the wild mushroom flatbread, a dish which marries roasted mushrooms with caramelized onions, goat cheese, arugula and balsamic vinegar. I also tried a bit of the $9 AB Chopped, a featured salad that mixes spinach, apples, dried cranberries, pecans, and goat cheese in a rosemary bacon vinaigrette and in doing so, gives a zesty flair to a basic spinach salad.

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Ragtime Tavern

Hoptinger Bier Garden + Sausage House

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Kava & Company

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Justice Pub

Legacy Ale Works

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Live Bar

Monkey’s Uncle Tavern

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Manifest Distillery manifestdistilling.com

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Ruby Beach Brewing rubybeachbrewing.com

Time Out Sports Grill timeoutsportsgrill.com

Underbelly underbellyjax.com

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The Volstead

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The Flamingo

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Mercury Moon

Perfect Rack Billiards

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Mr. Chubby’s Wings

Silver Cow

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Sunset Tiki Bar

The Stout Snug

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The Walrus

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Four Fathers Distillery

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The Spot Hookah Lounge

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MANDARIN/JULINGTON CREEK/ FRUIT COVE

Cheers Park Avenue

2nd Bay Brewing

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The Fresh Spot Lounge

Kingmaker Brewing

The Mudville Grill

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Lemonstreet Brewing Company

The Players Grille

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Locals Pub

The Loft

Posting House

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Nakama Anime Bar

Myrtle Avenue Brewing

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Park Avenue Billiards

Park Place Lounge

Tabula Rasa Brewing

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Pinglehead Brewing Company

Rain Dogs

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Rogue Bar

Birdies

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Root Down Bold City Brewery

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Trio Lounge

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Breezy Jazz House

Wicked Barley Brewing Company

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The Green House

Cuba Libre Ultra Lounge

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Hoptinger Bier Garden + Sausage House

Fore Score Golf Tavern

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Crispy’s Springfield Gallery

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The Grape & Grain Exchange

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Hamburger Mary’s

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Fear Not the Fruit Bats Words by Shelton Hull Live music has been a big part of the Intuition Ale Works brand from their very beginning, over a decade ago. I remember watching Robin Rutenberg and Friends (later known as Four Families) playing at their original location on King Street, not long after their opening. Their move to Bay Street made them an anchor of the entertainment district, and they’re poised to benefit directly from the continued growth in that area. They’re basically the last venue you’ll see, when walking eastward down Bay, before getting to the arena, ballpark, stadium, Metro Park, etc. It bookends The Elbow, and much of downtown’s nightlife occurs within that roughly .75 miles.

The move to Bay Street gave Intuition much more space for food, beers and brewery operations, allowing one of the city’s original craft breweries to really anchor itself within local culture, cultivating a huge new fanbase in the process. Again, live music has been crucial to that with a number of excellent shows there in recent years. A lot of this is local activity, with LPT holding down the block for years, and Crescendo Amelia Big Band doing the same in recent months.

The space has also brought a variety of national acts (like Guided By Voices and The Mountain Goats), presented in almost bespoke fashion, often by the late Tib Miller and his group, Flying Saucer Presents. One such act is Fruit Bats, who made their Duval debut at Intuition’s Bier Hall in late April, right after some big shows in Nashville and Atlanta that weekend. From there, it was straight out to San Diego.

The project represents the sole vision of one Eric D. Johnson, a voraciously productive teacher and multi-instrumentalist who’s been involved in a number of bands in and around the Chicago scene since the early 1990s.

He’s also been part of Bonny Light Horseman, Califone and The Shins.

Fruit Bats is his main gig, though, actively so since 1997, save for a brief hiatus, 2013-2015. Flying Saucer Presents’ website describes them quite well: “From the project’s origins in the late ’90s as a vehicle for Johnson’s lo-fi tinkering to the more sonically ambitious work of recent years, Fruit Bats has often showcased love songs where people and locations meld into one.”

Fruit Bats’10th album, “A River Running to Your Heart,” is brand new, and local audiences were among the very first to hear this new material in a live setting. The album was released April 14, their fourth for the legendary Merge Records. They had previously released four albums on Sub Pop Records, thus giving Fruit Bats the rub from two of the most important rock labels of the last 40 years. (They also recorded for Perishable Records, Turntable Kitchen, Spacebomb and Easy Sound Recording Company.) It’s a fine album, and a good introduction to Johnson’s sound, especially since he co-produced it. Hardcore fans will also enjoy “Sometimes A Cloud Is Just a Cloud: Slow Growers, Sleeper Hits and Lost Songs,” a collection of Fruit Bats’ most beloved songs, packaged with a plethora of b-sides, demos and other rarities. You can’t go wrong.

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White Sulfur Springs Bath House – Suwanee River Florida. Early 1900s

Florida’s Miraculous Spring Waters Words by Ted Hunt Medical practices during most of the 1800s relied on traditional treatments

sulfur. Perhaps the embedded myth of Ponce de Leon seeking the elusive

such as bloodletting, blistering, high doses of mineral poisons and vomit-

Fountain of Youth in Florida in the 1500s helped fuel the interest. During

ing. One or more of these techniques would hopefully restore the body’s

the mid to late 1800s, Florida entrepreneurs, looking to take advantage of

natural balance, and the patient would be cured from a variety of illnesses.

the “taking of the waters,” built resorts with hotels and bathhouses around

Bloodletting is slicing open a vein, then applying a cup to draw blood con-

many sulfur springs. They heavily promoted the unique healing qualities of

taining harmful bacteria out of the body. Blistering is placing hot plaster

their resort’s waters in newspapers, magazines and travel brochures across

onto the skin to raise blisters, then drain the pus which contains harmful

the North and Midwest. They even bottled and shipped the spring water to

bacteria. Mineral poisons were consumed to encourage diarrhea and vom-

the masses. “Taking the waters” created fortunes for many.

iting to purge the system of bacteria. Unfortunately, these regimens resulted in high rates of death. Go figure.

By the late 1800s more than two dozen Florida health resorts played host to thousands of invalids from the North seeking the therapeutic waters.

By the mid to late 1800s the health industry realized these standard treat-

Most resorts were in northern Florida. The sick came by ship and train, to

ments were not working and began looking for alternative cures. Doctors

the major ports in Florida. From there, riverboats, ferries, trollies and stage-

began exploring an ancient form of therapeutic medicine — natural sulfuric

coaches would transport them to the various health resorts built around the

mineral springs. The practice recommended bathing in and drinking spring

sulfur miracle springs. Entire towns were developed to support the industry.

water. The Victorian era (1837-1901) referred to the practice as “taking the

Among the most successful resorts were these.

waters.” It was thought that the water had healing properties that could cure everything from rheumatism to skin problems and more deadly dis-

White Sulfur Springs Health Resort on the Suwannee River

eases such as tuberculosis. TB, often called consumption, was common at

The resort’s first hotel and bath house were built next to the Suwannee

the time. To accommodate the demand, New York’s Saratoga Springs and

River sulfur spring in the mid-1800s. They called it the Fountain of Health.

the region of western Virginia with sulfur-mineral springs began building

It was marketed as a cure-all health spa. Guests arrived by ferry on the

resorts to offer relief to invalids. Health spa resorts with hotels, restaurants

Suwannee River or stagecoach from Tallassee and Jacksonville, seeking

and entertainment venues emerged. Sick people flocked to soak and drink

treatment for a host of ailments. By 1900 the town of White Springs had 14

the sulfur spring waters.

hotels and several boarding houses to meet the hordes of tourists seeking cures. In 1908 the original bath house was rebuilt using coquina shells

Florida was already a winter destination for residents of the North seeking a

mixed with cement. Treatment rooms and dressing rooms were added and

refuge from the bitter cold. Suddenly, it had gained a reputation as a healthy

even a concession stand. Soon, four balcony levels were built surrounding

getaway for its plentiful natural mineral springs with high concentrations of

the spring. Popularity of the resort declined in the 1930s, and the final blow

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came when the spring dried up in 1990. Visitors to the area today can view the ruins of the old coquina bathhouse, which still stands as a reminder of White Springs’ days as Florida’s first tourist attraction, whose famous visitors included Teddy Roosevelt and Henry Ford.

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Green Cove Springs Health Resort on the St. Johns River Green Cove Springs, 30 miles south of Jacksonville, was a fashionable spa area in the late 1870-1890s. It was dubbed the Saratoga (New York) of the South. Advertisements in the North encouraged the sick to come down and enjoy the warm climate, hydrotherapy and the sulfur mineral springs or what the locals called “the Boil.”

The ads worked, as steamers from Savannah, Charleston and Jacksonville traveled the St. Johns River to the resorts down river. Band concerts were held daily during winter months to greet the guests. Bottled spring water was passed out as they departed the ships. Trollies and carriages were available to take passengers to their hotels or guest houses. Over the years thousands came to enjoy the miraculous healing power of the mineral waters. President Grover Cleveland came annually.

The grandest hotel was the Clarendon House. Built in 1871, it was the largest, most posh and successful of the town’s hotels. It had broad verandas overlooking the spring, accommodated 200 guests, and had a bowling alley and a billiards saloon. Each winter, the Clarendon entertained hundreds of Northern tourists trading freezing rain and snow for the balmy Florida climate and its healing springs. The town of Green Cove Springs flourished and depended heavily on the annual infusion of cash and jobs.

In April of 1900, the Clarendon burned to the ground with the exception of the detached guest house, now home to a bed and breakfast. With the

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coming of the railroads and the development of resorts farther south, Green Cove Springs lost most of its out-of-state patronage. Green Cove Springs had seen its heyday.

Gone but not forgotten The interest in mineral springs has continued well into today. However, with the advent of modern medicine and the rise of pharmaceuticals, the popularity of natural cures has waned. Many alternative therapies, such as acupuncture and herbal medicine, are becoming more popular as people seek alternatives to pharmaceuticals. Although Florida spring resorts catering to the sick has declined over the decades, a few still continue to provide therapeutic services to those in need. Also, there are several companies bottling Florida spring water, which is available everywhere. While none of the health claims of “taking the waters” were ever proven, visitors still flock to enjoy the waters. As they say, “a soak a day hopefully keeps the doc away.”

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