News Briefs for the Week of July 2-8, 2026

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Seymour’s plans $1 Summer Lobby Book Sale

Seymour’s Bookstore at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library has announced new dates for its popular Seymour’s $1 Summer Lobby Book Sale.

The sale will run from July 17 through Aug. 1 and will be open during all regular library hours.

Book lovers will find a wide selection of gently used materials, including fiction and nonfiction books, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks and more — everything priced at just $1 each.

Located in the lobby outside Seymour’s Bookstore, this summer’s sale will be larger than recent lobby sales. With the Children’s Cove renovation nearing completion, additional display space on both sides of the lobby will allow Seymour’s volunteers to showcase an even greater selection of books and media.

Proceeds from the sale support the Friends of the Library Ponte Vedra Beach and help fund library programs, services and special projects at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library.

For more information, go to folpvb.org or stop by Seymour’s Bookstore inside the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library, 101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach.

Vicker’s Landing Boutique Sale is July 7

The Vicker’s Landing Boutique Sale features framed art, knick-knacks with many $1 items, antiques and household furnishings. New is the Chef’s Market with delicious goodies to enjoy.

The sale will be held on Tuesday, July 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Vicker’s Landing Community Building, 1000 Vicker’s Landing Way. The public is welcome and signs will point the way to the various shopping venues. Only checks and cash can be accepted. Proceeds go entirely to the Vicker’s Employee

Scholarship Fund. 

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.

Preschool reading volunteers needed

RSVP of St. Johns County is looking for volunteers who will read with preschool students once per week at a local childcare center or school classroom. There are openings in various parts of St. Johns County. Just an hour per week can help open the world of reading to very young people and help to get them excited about the school years ahead. If you would like to find out more, email Cheryl.Freeman@stjohns.k12.fl.us or call 904-547-3952.

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