It’s a rare gift to find a passion and be able to make a living out of it, but florist and succulent connoisseur Miranda Lang paved her way with the creation of her business, Succulent Strong. more

It’s another productive Saturday morning at the Peace of Heart Community garden, hidden within the wooded area of Roscoe Boulevard in Ponte Vedra Beach. Volunteers are tending to the produce beds and helping guests, while the Peace of Heart Community founders’ 22-year-old daughter, Gentry Groshell, decides what she wants to eat. more

For decor lovers looking for tips on decorating in 2019, the First Coast Register consulted the expert opinions of a few local businesses on what’s in this year. more

More than 200 guests recently enjoyed an exclusive VIP preview celebrating a new model home at EvenTide in Ponte Vedra Beach. more

The 2019 Women with Heart luncheon proved two things about Northeast Florida: The region’s women have heart, and its people love them for it. more

Arts both old and new were celebrated at the second annual Vintage for the Arts cocktail party on March 30. Hosted by the Vintage Arts boutique in Mandarin, the event aimed to raise funds for the Mandarin Arts Festival, now in its 51st year. more

Brazil is a colorful and vibrant country, filled with music, dancing, soccer, of course, and food — so much food. With America being the meat-loving melting pot that it is, constantly craving tacos from Mexico or hibachi from Japan, it’s odd that Brazilian cuisine never got its 15 minutes of fame, until recently. more

The Jacksonville Symphony hosted its annual gala March 2 at the Jacoby Symphony Hall at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts. more

Tony Vecchio is the executive director of the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens and a resident of San Marco. more

Whether it be to help the working parent stay sane or to educate and entertain the curious child, there’s a summer camp or activity on the First Coast for almost every family. From fishing to golf and cooking to creating, these camps and activities from local businesses and organizations are sure to help your kids have a fun and productive summer. more