Fort Matanzas beach vehicle ramp, parking lot closed
The Fort Matanzas vehicle beach access ramp and associated parking lot was closed on Tuesday, Sept. 7, to allow the mobilization and setup of equipment for sand placement activities. While the project is under way, there will be no access to the beach from the lot.
The ramp and lot will remain closed throughout the duration of the project and are expected to re-open by November, weather permitting.
For further information, contact call 904-209-0260 or go to sjcfl.us/coastalprojects/femadunes.aspx.
Jacksonville Beach to kick off season of Moonlight Movies
The City of Jacksonville Beach, PRI Productions, Sneakers, Reese’s Roofing, 99.9 Gator Country Radio and 96.1 WEJZ will kick off the 19th season of Moonlight Movies on Friday, Sept. 10.
The movie will be “Adventures of Rufus the Fantastic Pet.” It will begin at 8 p.m. at the Jacksonville Beach Seawalk Pavilion. Moonlight Movies is a free, outdoor movie series.
Arrive early for the best seats. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Vendors will sell non-alcoholic beverages and food.
Restrictions include alcohol, skateboards, bicycles, glass and animals, except qualified service animals.
Workshop to offer job search insights
Savvy Job Hunters Ministry of Christ Episcopal Church is planning a Zoom workshop titled “Taking the Plunge: Faith to Override Fear” on Sept. 24.
Sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m. and the workshop is from 10 a.m. to noon.
Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Nancy White, director of communications, at nwhite@christepiscopalchurch.org.
All are welcome.
St. Augustine to re-open the doors of historic Waterworks Building
On Tuesday, Sept. 14, the City of St. Augustine will reopen the historic Waterworks Building to the public with an open house and appreciation program.
From 3 to 5 p.m., the public is invited to visit the Waterworks Building, 184 San Marco Ave., and walk through the facility in a self-guided style tour. Historic photos and a video presentation will be on display exhibiting the structure’s transformative journey from a near-crumbling building to the restored historic resource that it is today.
Members of the public may also register to attend a limited-capacity program that starts at 5:30 p.m., recognizing the significance of the project and its contributors. A light picnic box snack will be provided to registered attendees. To register for the limited-capacity program, go to https://waterworkspicnic.eventbrite.com. Seating is limited, so advance registration is required.
Due to limited parking at Davenport Park and the adjacent parking at the public library, those who plan to attend may choose to carpool or be prepared to walk a short distance to Davenport Park.
The building was constructed in 1898 as the first city waterworks pumping station. Later, it became the Davenport Park Clubhouse and home to multiple community groups.
County adds location for free yard waste disposal
Residents in St. Johns County may be experiencing a delay in yard waste collection due to a workforce shortage. Republic Services and Advanced Disposal have encountered difficulties completing yard waste routes on scheduled service days.
In an effort to provide additional options to the community, residents may bring yard waste to the following locations free of charge:
The drop-off service is for St. Johns County residential customers only. No commercial trucks or vehicles will be allowed. In addition, all garbage and recycling routes will remain on schedule.
For further information, call the county’s Solid Waste Division at 904-827-6980 or go to www.recyclestjohns.com for updates.
County library system encourages residents to get a library card
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the St. Johns County Public Library System joins the American Library Association and libraries nationwide to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step on the path to academic achievement and lifelong learning.
“A library card is your ticket to free educational resources and activities that bring families and friends together,” said Debra Rhodes Gibson, St. Johns County library director. “Libraries not only provide resources to parents and children that support early literacy and lifelong learning, but they truly transform how families spend time together.”
The St. Johns County Public Library System continues to adapt and expand services to meet the evolving needs of the community. To sign up for a library card or to learn more about the library’s resources and programs, go to www.sjcpls.org.
