It was an evening for heroes Nov.8, when the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club hosted the 6th Annual Heroes Gala to benefit the Jacksonville nonprofit Operation New Uniform (ONU). more

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted its fourth annual Achieving the Dream Scholarship Awards and Hispanic Heritage Gala in October at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville. more

Like many kids growing up, I had fantasies of thwarting boobytraps while solving complex historical puzzles in forgotten, overgrown ruins. And, of course, making memorable friends along the way. more

Even though my husband was born and raised in St. Augustine, we still make it a point to “play tourist” at least once a month and take advantage of the food, entertainment and attractions visitors travel so far to enjoy. The Nation’s Oldest City is home to dozens of tours, but only a handful of them are free. more

Ponte Vedra Beach area Democrats held a “One Year Out” fundraiser Nov. 3 at TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse. It was a joint event for the Ponte Vedra Democratic Club and the Blue Wave Coalition of St. Johns County. more

The Council on Aging (COA) will be hosting “Christmas on the River,” a festive kick-off to the holiday season at River House in downtown St. Augustine on Sunday, Nov. 24 from 5 to 8 p.m. more

More than $30,000 was recently raised at the third annual Chemo Noir Gala Oct. 19, where guests celebrated and danced at the nonprofit organization’s signature fundraiser for cancer patients needing financial assistance. more

“Dare to Dream” was the slogan for the 23rd annual Champions for Children Gala and, through funds raised at the event, the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation can help even more kids do just that. more

There is no better combination of cuddly and killer than at the Catty Shack Ranch. The nonprofit serves as a rescue for various kinds of cats — from tigers, leopards and lions to native species like bobcats. more

Children’s Home Society of Florida hosted the 36th annual Caring Chefs in October, and attendees got to taste cuisine and drinks from some of the First Coast’s finest restaurants and breweries, as well as contribute to a great cause. more