Nearly 600 motorcyclists rode 60 miles in the 8th annual motorcycle ride with a Jacksonville Sheriff's Office escort to support Rock and Ride for Daniel. Daniel is a local non-profit that supports programs serving abused, abandoned and emotionally-troubled kids. Rock band Wild Card provided music at Mavericks when the bikers returned for lunch, raffles and a grand prize motorcycle drawing.
8/29/2009
Album ID: 825373
Photos by Randy Lefko
Bartram Trail v. Mandarin
3 albums
The tradition of the preseason Kickoff Classic between rivals Bartram Trail and Mandarin High Schools continued at the Bartram Trail Bear's home field on Friday, August 28, 2009. The Mandarin Mustangs claimed the victory this year with a score of 27-12.
8/29/2009
Album ID: 825256
Photos by Tara Wildes
A Gorilla and Mandrills at the Zoo
8 photos
for sale
A curious Gorilla and a pregnant Mandrill were among the many displays at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Tuesday, August 25, 2009. Bruce Lipsky
8/25/2009
Album ID: 849299
Photos by Bruce Lipsky
Pajama Party and Magic Show
30 photos
for sale
Magic show and Pajama party hosted by the Jacksonville Jewish Foundation at Barnes and Nobles.
8/18/2009
Album ID: 818153
Photos by By Heather Furey
Business Networking @3 Sisters Chocolate
6 albums
The Business Networking Event is a new way to promote yourself and your services to other business people in a relaxed and fun way. The event will be held monthly at different restaurants in Jacksonville. This one was held at 3 Sisters Chocolate, located at 9965 San Jose Blvd. Fresh fruit dipped in chocolate and the homemade caramels were my favorite. Check out all the delightful treats at http://www.3sisterschocolate.com/. There were door prizes and new contacts were made. For the price of only $10, you too can partake in the unique opportunity. For more information or to make a reservation for the next event send an e-mail to ellenmanus@hotmail.com. You can also find more information on LinkedIn, Facebook and some of the meetup groups. Hope to see you there.
8/11/2009
Album ID: 814030
Photos by Anita Levy
2009 Tour de Pain 5K
12 albums
The second race of the 2009 Tour de Pain took place on Baymeadows Road in the San Jose area of Jacksonville at 7:30 am on August 8th. Over 1,100 runners started the Tour de Pain that consists of 3 races in 24 hours. The first was a 4 mile Jacksonville Beach run on Friday evening, followed by this 5K on Saturday morning then completes with a 1 mile sizzler in downtown Jacksonville on Saturday evening. Were you spotted at the 2009 Tour de Pain?
Jacksonville Jaguars training camp practice session Monday evening.
8/3/2009
Album ID: 809104
Photos by Tonya M. Austin/Community Photographer
SPAC Wins!: River City Swim Mega-Gallery
70 albums
The Spartan Aquatics Club out of Orange Park got a five wins from 12-year-old Caeleb Dressel, four from 10-year-old Sherridon Dressel and three from 15-year-old Kaitlyn Dressel en route to their first ever River City Swim League Championship this weekend at Cecil Field Aquatics Center. Pictured with Phelps on cap is Olympic Gold Medalist Michael Phelps (NOT!). SPAC's relay teams won eight titles.
Native Sun Natural Foods Market hosted
A Fundraising Dog Wash at it's Mandarin location (10000 San Jose Blvd) to benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets. Our staff and volunteers washed the canine pets with TheraNeem Organic Dog Shampoo. Several pet owners braved the possible storm, to have their dog washed and contributed to this very important cause.HUGE THANKS FROM NATIVE SUN to all of the volunteers, pups & parents that came out to our Charity Dog Wash SATURDAY - we raised $533 for FCNMHP!!! Awesome! http://www.nativesunjax.com/. http://www.fcnmhp.org/. UPDATE ON ARTS UNLEASHED: NONPROFIT DECLARES FUNDRASING SUCCESS, THANKS CITY
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - July 14, 2009 - First Coast No More Homeless Pets, a nonprofit on Jacksonville's Northside, declared its ARTunleashed fundraising event a success on Monday.
ARTunleashed is an event that constitutes an animal-inspired art show and silent auction.
"We're fully aware of the economic conditions that exist and want to thank our fellow citizens, the Jacksonville business community, and all who were a part of helping Jacksonville's dogs and cats, "commented Raquel McAlee, the event's coordinator.
ARTunleashed raised $23,200, down from $29,069 the year prior."The money raised will go directly to operational costs," Rick DuCharme, the nonprofit's founder, happily said. "Thanks to the generosity of so many we'll be able to perform 460 surgeries."
Maggie Hilliard, Amanda Johnston, and Mark Wilson won first, second and third place respectively in the professional category as well as $1000, $500, and $250 dollars, respectively, in prizes. The winning student artist was Jeremiah Clark who took home $250.
Honors were also given to professional artists: Thomas Pierson, Jenny Henley, Malicia Miller and to student artists: Claudia Burgi and America Strandfield.
First Coast No More Homeless Pet's next fundraiser will be Dogtoberfest later this year. Look and see if you were spotted by you Girl on The Town Photographer for Jacksonville.com and see you at Dogtober Fest.
7/18/2009
Album ID: 799250
Photos by Anita Levy
Another Ladies Night at Cheers!!
6 albums
A bunch of friends got together again and headed over to Cheers in Mandarin. It is a safe, cheap, fun way to unwind in the middle of the work week. Our karaoke song this week was "Don't Worry, Be Happy". We may not be able to sing, but we know how to laugh and dance!! Ran into several people I have met while photographing. I love it!!
7/15/2009
Album ID: 797799
Photos by Anita Levy
Ladies Night at Cheers
3 albums
Some of the gang from the Happy Hour Meetup group met at Cheers in Mandarin for Ladies Night. It was a great time of laughter, karaoke, and dancing.
7/8/2009
Album ID: 793683
Photos by Anita Levy
Wine Pairing at Eleven South
3 albums
Eleven South Bistro and King Estate Winery hosted a wine pairing of the Best of Oregon and Washington with the Best of Florida Cusine for a distinguished occasion that gratified all that attended. Check this gallery to see photos of the tasters, food and drink as well as staff from the event.
7/5/2009
Album ID: 791123
Photos by Allen Chester
Waterspout
39 photos
for sale
This waterspout made the drive home more exciting than usual on Friday, June 26, 2009.
6/26/2009
Album ID: 785549
Photos by James Bowen
Olde Florida Cafe Cruise In
2 albums
Mandarin residents Skip Richardson's Dodge Charger and Neil Corrado's Shelby Mustang added to the heat wave experienced by the spectators to the Cruise In at the Avonlea Antique Mall on Saturday, June 20, 2009.
6/22/2009
Album ID: 782523
Photos by By James Bowen & Tara Wildes
Wolfson v. Columbia County HS
2 albums
Columbia prevailed over Wolfson in a wet spring jamboree game at Mandarin High School. Several college scouts were spotted on the sidelines.
5/22/2009
Album ID: 761492
Photos by James Bowen and Tara Wildes
A Cactus blooms in Mandarin
1 photo
for sale
This cactus has been in a pot on my pooldeck for two years. Yesterday, it surprised me with a flower.
5/19/2009
Album ID: 757253
Photos by Bill Donovan
Fur Ball Gala
6 albums
The Jacksonville Humane Society’s 10th annual Fur Ball Gala sponsored by David Pepper and Amelia Duddington was one of the most anticipated social events of the year. This year’s black tie affair themed “A Night at the Acropolis” was sold out and featured fine dinning, silent auctions, creative costumes, entertainment and awards. To learm more about the Humane Society visit their website: Jaxhumane.org
Publix Super Markets Charities JSYO Series season finale CSX Major/Minor concert featured ensembles of young musicians from beginning to advanced playing alongside the JSYO Philharmonic. The concert also featured winners of JSYO’s Young Artist Competition, clarinetist Kensley Behel, Daniel Bueno on marimba and violinist Anna Lester performing solos with the JSO conducted by Scott Gregg. Visit this gallery to see photos of the Friday, May 15, 2009 event. For more information about the JSYO, call 904-354-9251 or visit their website: Jaxsymphony.org/JSYO
5/17/2009
Album ID: 755367
Photos by Allen Chester
Blessing of the St. Johns River
11 photos
for sale
The Reverend Judith Elia, of the Unity Church for Creative Living in Julington Creek, led a group on the shores of the St. Johns River at Alpine Groves Park, in St. Johns County, to bless the river. They worshiped in a drum circle, collected water from the river in a carved wood container, and had Native American elders, along with a person portraying 18th century naturalist William Bartram, and the St. Johns Riverkeeper, Neil Armingeon. On Sunday, May 17, 2009.
5/17/2009
Album ID: 849455
Photos by Don Burk
Bolles Girls Head to Title Game
14 albums
The Bolles girls softball team took a 3-1 decision over Trinity Prep on Monday at Plant City Stadium to advance to the FHSAA Class 3A championship on Tuesday against American Heritage High School. More photos will be added throughout the week.
