‘Real FBI’ topic of writers’ meeting
Following a 30-year career with the FBI — 25 of those as an intelligence analyst mainly with the Jacksonville Field Office — Gwen Goodrich came away with valuable institutional knowledge. She will share details about the organization’s history and changes at the Ponte Vedra Writers meeting on Saturday, Aug. 22, at 11 a.m. at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library.
Speaking on “The Real FBI: Behind the Scenes,” Goodrich will discuss the changes 9/11 brought to the FBI, and her experiences dealing with those traumatic events and others helping agents understand, mitigate and neutralize threats. During her years as an analyst, she acted as a liaison with other federal, state and local law enforcement partners. She’s still working in law enforcement, now as a fusion center analyst for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Writers of mysteries, thrillers and police procedurals will find this presentation both instructive and entertaining.
The Ponte Vedra Writers group is affiliated with the Florida Writers Association, a statewide membership organization dedicated to the support of both aspiring and published writers in any genre. The Aug. 22 meeting is free and open to members and nonmembers alike.
For information on FWA, go to www.floridawriters.org.
Farmers market open every Friday
The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday at Palm Valley Outdoors, 377 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, offering fresh produce, local farm goods and a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and small businesses.
This farmers market features fresh, organically grown produce; Florida grass-fed beef and pork; real local honey; pasture-raised chicken and eggs; wholegrain breads; gluten-free sourdough bread; natural botanical skincare; creations by local artisans and more in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Learn to use A.I. in a job search
The Savvy Job Hunters Ministry of Christ Episcopal Church will host a free virtual workshop, “Using A.I. in the Job Search,” from 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, Aug. 21. Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is changing the landscape of the job search. Learn the basics of AI, including how to formulate effective prompts, how to build your resume and how to prepare for job interviews.
Email Pam Ottesen at savvyjobs@ccpvb.org to register for the workshop and receive the Zoom meeting link.
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
It offers organically grown produce, pasture-raised chicken, eggs and pork; grass-fed and finished beef; local honey; raw milk; bone broth; whole grain, sourdough and gluten- and dairy-free sourdough breads; an array of baked goods; all-natural plant- and animal-based skincare; local artisans; and more. This charming venue located in the heart of Palm Valley affords customers both an indoor and an open-air shopping experience. Palm Valley Market — Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Blvd.
For more information, email info@PalmValleyMarket.com.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
