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Veterans Day Photography Contest & Juried Exhibition opens Nov. 20

Mark Cubbedge, “Strong Hold”
As part of a continued partnership, the St. Johns Cultural Council and St. Johns County are expanding the Art in Public Spaces program to include the Health & Human Services Building. The …

JAM Exhibit accepting submissions

Submissions are being accepted now through Dec. 30 for the Juried Artist Member (JAM) Exhibition, set for Jan. 9 through Feb. 12 at First Coast Cultural Center (FCCC), 6000B Sawgrass Village Circle, …

Village Arts Framing & Gallery plans open house

Village Arts Framing & Gallery’s fall open house will be held 1-4 p.m. Nov. 8. The gallery is in Sawgrass Village located between Hilton Garden Inn and Chico’s. Gallery visitors will enjoy an …

Mike Wodrich’s unique works on exhibit now

Mike Wodrich and his art

On Thursday, Oct. 9, The First Coast Cultural Center opened a new exhibit featuring the work of local artist Mike Wodrich. Wodrich has been interested in art ever since he can remember. Art runs …

Local girl provides voice for animated film

A Ponte Vedra girl has provided the voice for the main character in an animated feature film coming to theaters nationwide on Friday, Nov. 7. Lily Gilliam, 11, is the voice actor for Amélie in …

Jax Fuse returns to celebrate creative economy

Styles by Lady Strut Gowns were featured on Fashion Day.

Jax Fuse, a celebration of the creative economy, returned in September for its second year. The three-date event focused on film, fashion, food, music, modeling and art. More than 300 attended. …

Rodrigo Deleon Ruiz at home with his newly published book, “Fortitude.”
Young author finds purpose in helping others
A local teen’s newly published book offers valuable insights and the keys to a more purpose-driven life. Rodrigo Deleon Ruiz’s book, “Fortitude,” was published on Oct. 2. Ruiz was …
Florida Theatre announces new corporate partner
The Florida Theatre has a new corporate partner: O’Steen Automotive Group. As such, O’Steen Automotive Group is now the official car dealership of the Florida Theatre. “We’ve been …
Mary K. Shaw
Shaw’s exhibit, ‘Keep the Light On,’ has layered meaning
Butterfield Garage Art Gallery will feature Mary K. Shaw as the artist for the month of November and her exhibit titled “Keep the Light On,” which is inspired by the St. Augustine lighthouse. …
Koloman Moser (Austrian, 1868 -1918), “Phänomen Vase,” c. 1900, Glass
Lightner exhibit to explore art, design in turn-of-the-century Vienna
The Lightner Museum in downtown St. Augustine continues to raise the bar for art exhibition locally. On view now through Jan. 18 is “Matt Keene: Echoes of the Wild,” an immersive exhibition …
‘Messiah Ballet’ performance is Nov. 22
The “Messiah Ballet” will be performed by professional dancers, musicians, Grace Conservatory of Dance and The St. Augustine Community Chorus at 6 p.m. Nov. 22 in the Celebration Arena, 9555 R G …
Jacksonville Symphony concert to celebrate America
The Jacksonville Symphony will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a concert featuring collaborations with local students and community organizations. The performance will include the full …
Ponte Vedra High School students to present ‘Alice by Heart’
The Ponte Vedra High School Theatre Department will present “Alice by Heart,” a poignant and imaginative musical that reimagines “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” through the lens of love, …
The new endowment will provide sustained support for the Jacksonville Symphony’s music education programs.
Delores Barr Weaver Music Education Endowment established with $500K gift
The Jacksonville Symphony has announced the establishment of the Delores Barr Weaver Music Education Endowment, made possible through a gift of $500,000 from philanthropist Delores Barr Weaver. This …
The cover of the 2026 Pin-Up Paws calendar
‘Gilded Paw’ gala benefits pets in need
The glamour of the Gilded Age returned to the Nation’s Oldest City on Thursday, Oct. 23, as the St. Augustine Humane Society held its 16th annual Pin-Up Paws Gala. Held at The White Room in …
The performers for “Cultural Crossroads: Dvořák in America”
Unique Dvořák concert to be presented
In a unique concert, Beaches Fine Arts Series will present “Cultural Crossroads: Dvořák in America,” an exploration of Dvořák’s fascination with indigenous and black music discovered during …
Ron & Bari concert planned
Lullaby of the Rivers and the Stetson Kennedy Foundation will present Ron & Bari with the amazing Stan Gerberer on Nov. 9 at the Second Sunday at Stetsons Concert series. Longtime favorites of …
The front cover of “Sarina of Kandahar: An Afghan Girl’s Journey to Change the World”
JaxTHRIVE authors pen true story of courageous Afghan girl
A new JaxTHRIVE book, “Sarina of Kandahar: An Afghan Girl’s Journey to Change the World” was published on Oct. 24. Authors Maya Jones and Alexis Magnano met Sarina through their work at …
“Calla Lily” by Cynthia Spitzer
Cynthia Spitzer’s photos captivate the viewer
Artist Cynthia Spitzer has an eye for capturing beauty with her camera lens. Her detailed and vibrant photographs are currently on display at The First Coast Cultural Center. She said inspiration can …
Les DeMerle and Bonnie Eisele are seen with the Little Big Band.
Amelia Island Jazz Festival notoriety growing
Jazz festivals the world over have been drawing crowds to hear this most American of musical genres for about three-quarters of a century. The biggest of them have been around for decades. But …
Kathleen Donnelly
Writers’ meeting subject: K-9 characters
They’re loyal, fearless and brilliant on the job. From finding lost people to detecting drugs, bombs and buried evidence, dogs risk their lives to protect and serve alongside their human partners. …
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