School supporters re-launch nonprofit
A group of parents, alumni and faculty has relaunched The Friends of Hendricks, a non-profit organization that helps support the school’s efforts. The group’s mission is to increase the available funding to provide for additional resources required to ensure exemplary education for the students of Hendricks Avenue Elementary School. It differs from the PTA in both how […]
Either oar: City studies kayak options
By Susanna P. Barton The city continues to weigh its options for a kayak launch in the San Marco/San Jose area. The most recent idea to surface designating a site at Lake Marco, where kayakers and boaters could enter in still waters and paddle out to the St. Johns via the small channel under River […]
Nice night for a drive
Epping Forest Yacht Club hosted a special monthly member happy hour last month. July’s “Friday Nighter” was hosted with Bill Warner and the Concours d’Elegance. Members of all ages came out to enjoy the club’s riverfront setting and the beautiful cars showcased on the grounds.
St. Johns River perfect setting for Trader Vic’s
The Florida Yacht Club hosted its annual Trader Vic’s party this summer on the river’s edge. This year’s theme was “Get Lost in the Bermuda Triangle.” Guests mingled and danced to the rhythm of Freudian Slip. The party featured distinctive culinary stations with cuisine from Miami, Puerto Rico and Bermuda. Members and guests enjoyed the […]
Tips for dealing with child bullying
By Dr. William L. Scott Question from Parent: My child comes home everyday in tears and tells me she has been bullied. I want to help but I don’t know what to do. How much should I get involved and how much should I let my kid work it out on her own? Answer […]
Called to the office: Meet your new principal!
There’s a new teacher at the helm of John N.C. John Stockton Elementary School in Ortega Forest. The Resident is pleased to introduce you to Charlene McEarl, who was named principal of the neighborhood school this summer. Join us as we welcome McEarl to the neighborhood and get to know this longtime educator: Name: […]
Community to launch San Marco by Design
The Duval County Health Department and the Health Planning Council NE Florida are hosting a community celebration to officially release the details of the San Marco by Design (SMBD) project. With the help of the community, the project will work to shape the future looks of the neighborhoods. Keynote speaker Dan Burden, executive director the […]
Lakewood concert series continues
Lakewood Presbyterian Church will be hosting a benefit concert Aug. 19 to support United Community Outreach Ministry as part of its Lakewood Concert Series. The concert will feature LPC’s Minister of Music, Rodney Cleveland, performing organ works by Albrecht, Bach, Locklair, Mendelssohn, and Walton. The concert is free, but monetary gifts or donations of non-perishable […]
City named top arts destination
Residents here have known this for a long time, but now the rest of the country is clued in: Jacksonville is a pretty incredible arts destination. Readers of AmericanStyle magazine ranked Jacksonville 15th on its list of top arts destinations in the country among big cities with populations of 500,000 or greater. Jacksonville was also […]
