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System ID: UF00076081:00200 Full Text An edit NTE EDRA EAD Serving the communities of Ponte Vedra Beach, Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Mayport since 1963 Vol. 45, No. 48 Vol. 45, No. 48 ion of The Beaches Leader IER 50t ),- -- --__-__ SOMEHING TO PV woman ornamental in White House decorations SING ABOUT A - . The Leader Songbook is full of Christmas.family favorites. Special edition inside. A WINTER WONDERLAND i ww.m. 6...NW, by KATHY HARTMAN EDITOR A Ponte Vedra Beach woman has made a place in White House history - quite literally. Gayle Middlebrook, who does archi- tectural renderings as a vocation, deco- rated an ornament that hangs, on the official White House Christmas Tree, an 18-foot Fraser fir from Laurel Springs, N.C. She and her husband, Mark Middlebrook, saw the large, round orna- ment hanging on the tree in the White House's Blue Room Thursday during a reception for the artists who decorated the 391 ornaments. Each of the ornaments represents a park in the National Park Service. Middlebrook's depicts Fort Caroline National Memorial in Jacksonville: the entrance on one side of the ball and a canon on the other side. Middlebrook was asked to represent Fort Caroline on a ball given to her by a National Park Service administrator her husband knows through his work on former Jacksonville Mayor John Delaney's preservation project, the artist said. "It was just a big gold ball," said Gayle Middlebrook, who did the artwork for the city of Jacksonville's Christmas card this year and the three previous years. "I went to an arts store and I walked around for about two hours" trying to come up with a design, she said. She ended up using watercolors on handmade paper, which is thick and has a rough surface. "Then I almost paper mached it onto the ball," Middlebrool said. She got the ball in late August and it had to be at the White House by Oct. 1, she said. Last month she got an invita- tion to the Nov. 28 White House recep- tion, signed by First Lady Laura Bush. The National Park Service theme, selected by President and Mrs. Bush, was used for this year's holiday decorations throughout the White House, according to a news release from the park service. "The [Christmas tree] ornaments tell the stories of our parks, just as our parks tell the stories of our nation," Mary A. Bomar, director of the park system, said in the release. See WHITE HOUSE, A-3>- photo courtesy GAYLE MIDDLEBROOK This ornament decorated by Gayle Middlebrook and depicting Ft. Caroline, Jacksonville, hangs on the official White House Christmas tree. photo by ROB DeANGELO Nease High quarterback Ted Stachitas (16) fires a pass during last Friday night's regional championship game in Daytona Beach against Seabreeze. The Panthers won, 23-13, to advance to this Friday night's state semifinal contest. Complete story on page B-1. Nonpartisan races not for charter By GRAY ROHRER STAFF WRITER Adding a provision for nonpartisan St. Johns County Commission elec- tions to the proposed St. Johns County charter appears unlikely because of fears the provision would kill the charter's chances of passing. Former county commis- sioner Herbie Wiles advocat- ed nonpartisan elections at Tuesday's public workshop on the charter government, held in St. Augustine. But current Commissioner Ben Rich said that provision would make the charter document too controversial. "It would threaten, the ability of the Republican Party to nominate its own public, officials. That would make it a partisan issue," he said. Most if not all St. Johns County commissioners elected in recent years have been Republicans, with some candidates changing parties to run as Republicans. . Commissioner Ron Sanchez said he supports. the idea of nonpartisan elec- tions, but not at the expense of the charter. "I think that would cause [the charter] instant fail- ure," he said. Some citizens at the work- shop also wanted to make it easier to get a ballot for charter amendments. The current language of the charter calls for petition- "I think that would cause [the charter] instant failure." St. Johns County Commissioner Ron Sanchez ers to obtain the signatures of at least 8 percent of the voters from the last presi- dential election in each dis- trict before an amendment is placed on the ballot. Marcy Silkebaken of Ponte Vedra Beach said that requirement should be reduced to at least 5 percent, if not lower. County Attorney Patrick McCormack will look into the legality of a proposed addition to the charter that would give citizens a larger role in deciding whether or not comprehensive land use "l1.'l.'"l"'lll "' "'I ll'"l- l'"!! -- -I'llT i"'h "l amendments should be granted. The current proposal calls ,for voter approval of land use amendments that involve more than 99 resi- dential units. The key question McCormack must address is whether the measure is compatible with the Florida Constitution. In January 2006 a Florida circuit court declared a simi- lar law enacted by the city of Miami Springs unconsti- tutional. "The sense is there should be some level of growth management," McCormick said, adding that how that is done is up to commission- ers. As a-way to avoid the pos- sible legal issues of the cur- rent proposal, Commissioner -Cyndi Stevenson suggested that a supermajority or unani- mous vote of county com- missioners be required to obtain land use amend- ments. McCormack will report back to commissioners at their meeting Dec. 11. Rich is expected: to ask McCormack to have a final draft of the charter docu- ment ready in January. Commissioners will then vote on whether or not to put the charter proposal on the November ballots. p "' 'r ~4. CiL-l d ins, C.assified............... B- Opinion ................A-4 LOOLT XO Od ider Community......... A-8 Police Beat............A-6 'G8003 S133d1j," j 3d dSM3N -tlAONU3 77-M / 0, I .... Sf news, Education ............A-10 Sports ..................B-1 022 3100 3XIW ';ii.~l0 '...'. . 1..' -'" s. Freestyle ............A-2 Weather.................A-3 S)033 Copyright 2007 by The Beaches Leader, Inc. I 1114 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville Beach, Fla. 32250 Three sections, 54 pages P?;'~-'~'~,/:" 2 2- M ':?;-".' ; T',' -. .: ,' t,'< "- ..i. .-"':'- ; , . .- Rookie teachers feted by KATHY HARTMAN EDITOR For the first time this year, the St. Johns County School District is rewarding not only its top teachers, but also its top beginning teachers. The Rookie Teacher of the Year will join the Teacher of the Year from each school to vie for the School District's No. 1 spot in each of those categories. In addition, a change in the rewards program has elimi- nated one obstacle that in the past caused some teachers to refuse their school's Teacher of the Year designation, said Donna Lueders, executive director 'of the St: Johns County Education Foundation, which sponsors the program. That obstacle was the mounds of paperwork that each school's top teacher had to fill out over winter break, Lueders said in a recent tele- phone interview. "We wanted to make sure that we made this a joyous time ard not something that they loathed because of the amount of paperwork they have to do because of that one packet," she said. "The)' have enough to do, and they want to enjoy their winter break." This year's winter break begins after school on Dec. 21, and classes resume Jan. 7. Instead of each school's winner having to handle the paperwork which is required by the state Department of Education for district winners only the School District's top teacher will, Lueders said. The banquet honoring Teachers and Rookie Teachers of the Year is scheduled 6 p.mi. Feb. 19 at \World Golf Village in Central St. Johns County. The banquet, typically held in late March, was moved so the district winner will have time to complete the DOE paperwork before the state's March 17 deadline, she said. Also new this year is the absence of the: Volunteer of the Year award and the pres- ence of awards for the best rookie teachers. See ROOKIE, A-3>- photo by CHUCK ADAMS Christine Sloan (left) and Theresa Stevens are Teacher of the Year and Rookie of the Year, respectively, for Ponte Vedra-Palm Valley/Rawlings Elementary School. See stories, A-10. PONTE VEDRAI LEADER www.pontevedraleader.com 0..,,,-,:,.:~,:.... ,,. {. .. :. -,-.... Beach United Methodist's annual advent festival Sunday brought snow to the beaches. See another photo, A-8 MEMBERS ONLY Sydney McKenna stands with her painting that was named Best in Show at a members' exhibit at the Cultural Center. See A-12 GRAPE EXPECTATIONS Wine glasses decorated by local artists will be auctioned next week at a fund-raising luncheon. See story, A-12 ___ December 5, 2007 TT~ - I *- -1 in -7 ~ MidweekEdition Ae December 5, 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader PaOP 2A L -a THE BEACHES LEADER Published Wednesday and Friday. 1114 Beach Boulevard (P.O. Box 50129 for correspondence) Jacksonville, Florida 32240 (USPS 586-180) (ISSN1059647X) Periodicals Postage Paid at Jackson- ville Beach, Florida and additional mailing offices 249-9033 Subscriptions: $28 per year in Duval and St. Johns counties. Out of county, $50. Two-year subscriptions are $46 and $90. In the event of errors in advertise- ments The Beaches Leader will be responsible only for the space occu- pied by the actual error. The publisher assumes no financial responsibility for omissions. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Beaches Leader P.O. 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Freestyle welcomes submissions. SEND YOUR PICTURES, INFORMATION AND IDEAS TO: firstname.lastname@example.com O, SAY S* 0 Photo SUBMITTED Margaret Szerba, a senior at Fletcher High School, was featured at the November 18 Jacksonville Jaguars football game signing the national anthem while Jacksonville's American Idol favorite contest- * ant, Phil Stacy sang. Szerba is a second year sign * language student in Brenda Brown's class. Listen for life : Wondering what to do when your family gets together this holiday season? Bring the generations closer and make memories with a free family holiday activity kit from the national Legacy Project under the nonprofit Parenting Coalition and Generations United in Washington, DC. The online kit at www.legacyproject.org has activities, crafts, and games that children, parents, and grandparents can do together. Try a Generations Scrapbook, Family Memories Quiz Bowl, and origami Dream Stars. You can also share family stories to enter the Listen to a Life Contest with a grand prize of a computer and $25,000 of software. To enter the Listen to a Life Contest, young people 8-18 years interview a grandparent or grandfriend 50 years or older about the older person's hopes and goals through their life, how they achieved their goals and overcame obstacles, or how dreams may have changed along the way. The young person then writes a 300- W"ord essay based on the interview. - Ideas from the Legacy Project's family holiday activ- ity kit: Share hopes and dreams for the new year and add a personal touch to your holiday decorations by mak- ing origami Dream Stars, each with a special wish tucked inside. Open them on Christmas or New Year's Day like you would a fortune cookie.' -- Celebrate the "stars" in your family by making a Family Walk of Fame highlighting the various talents of each person. --Play Family Memories Quiz Bowl with questions written on slips of paper to see who remembers past family events and experiences. Where did you go on vacation three years ago? When is Grandma and Grandpa's wedding anniver- sary? What was your little sister's favorite book when she was little? Prompt family storytelling with a game of "Did You Ever...?" Children and adults can share stories and compare memories from different times. For example, did you ever go on a boat, stay on a farm, sleep in a cabin or tent, act in a play, stay in a fancy hotel? Prepare holiday foods with children and grand- children. Share holiday meal memories from the past. Preserve favorite recipes by writing down the ingredi- ents, taking a photo, and even including "ratings" from 1-10 from family members with comments. -- Start a puzzle and work on it as a family a bit at a time throughout the holidays: Take a multi-generational photo by the tree each year so that you can see changes through the years. -- Make a Family Photo House Card or a Generations Scrapbook using the online templates to display spe- .i dal photos. The Listen to a Life Contest deadline is March 31, 2008. Entries can be submitted online on the Legacy Project website www.legacyproject.brg. 0 0g 0 0 0 :Feed the birds for science S People who feed birds in the United States and Canada are * invited to participate in a study on the feeding habits of birds. * Project Wildbird is a $1 million * study of seed and feeder prefer-" ences of wild birds in the United * States and Canada. Project Wildbird, which began September 2005 and continues through * December 2008. Dr. David Horn, Assistant Professor of Biology at SMillikin University is coordinat- * ing Project Wildbird, and is invit- ing all people who feed birds to Assist with the research. "Project Wildbird is ideal for individuals of * all ages with a passion for wild * birds" says Horn. Horn seeks two types of volun- * teers: observational and experi- ers. To become an experimental citizen scientist, Horn says partic- ipants must meet two criteria. First, participants must be able to monitor the birds at the feeders for 45 minutes every other day each season. They must also be able to rotate and refill feeders regularly. Second, participants must be able to correctly identify 95% of the bird species coming to feeders. "Participants do not have to be ornithologists but they must be able to distinguish a female house sparrow from a female house finch" stated Horn. "We are look- ing for volunteers to sign on for a year." Accepted experimental cit- izen scientists receive, free of charge, four bird feeders, four mental citizen scientists. The poles with squirrel baffles and 10 observational approach is best varieties of seed, and their seed suited for people who can moni- supplies are regularly replenished tor pre-existing feeders in their throughout their one-year com- vard for a few hours' each season mitment. over 400,000. observations of birds at feeders. "Preliminary results indicate that birds prefer 5 seed types: black-oil sunflower, fine and medium sunflower chips, Nyjer, and white proso mil- let" says Horn. "More data will be needed to confirm these results." Horn's research goal is to pro- vide recommendations for seeds and feeders by geographical area and season of the year. The data collected will be used to make decisions about what seed and feeder combinations are attractive to the types of birds one wants in their yard. "Bird feeding is the second most popular hobby behind gardening" Horn said. According to a 2006 survey of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, over 55 million people feed wild birds around their homes. and spend more than 4 billion dollars on seed, feeders,, houses and baths. of the year. Participants also com- So far, Project Wilbird has over Project Wildbird is funded by plete a questionnaire on their bird 160 experimental citizen scien- companies that sell bird feeding feeding habits. tists from 33 states and 2 products. For more information The experimental approach is provinces in Canada. Combined call 1-866-WILDBIRD or visit for the most dedicated bird feed- these participants, have recorded www.projectwildbird.org **e @ 01 ** e.** e 0*,*-, -W@ @ (. O .) New life for old sweaters Donating sweaters can be a wor- Republic stores in Jacksonville at thy cause for you and those in need The Avenues and St. Johns Town this holiday season. 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O I December 5. 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader Page 3A* Couple in East Wing while President in West - WHITE HOUSE, from A-1 Middlebrook said she was awed at the well-organized reception by the decorations, entertainment (a Marine play- ing a piano) and food (which came from all areas of the country, such as Maine salmon, Virginia ham and country fried steak from Texas). At one point, Laura Bush descended a staircase, took a place at a podium, welcomed the visitors and encouraged them to mingle, "and then she went back up the stairs," Middlebrook said. The artists were told not to replicate their Christmas orna- ment artwork, she said. When the tree comes down, the ornaments will go into the national archives, she said. After roaming around the East Wing for two hours, the couple returned to their hotel room and watched a CNN news report about a meeting between President Bush and some foreign dignitaries, which had taken place in the West Wing, the artist said. "It was just so interesting, because we didn't realize he was in the building tntil we saw the news," she said. .. photos courtesy GAYLE MIDDLEBROOK First Lady Laura Bush (above) speaks at the White House last week during a reception for artists who helped decorate the residence of Laura and George Bush. At right, Gayle and Mark Middlebrook of Porte Vedra stand at a White House gate after the reception. Program subtracts volunteers, adds rookies P ROOKIE, from A-1 "We wanted to have an evening specifically geared toward the county's educa- tors," said Lueders, who is also coordinator of grants for the foundation. "We wanted to solely focus on the teachers, which is why we implemented the Rookie Teacher of the Year program." Rookies must have had at least one full year of teaching but less than three years of total teaching experience, Leuders said. Each of the top teachers and rookies at each school will get a plaque and a set of gifts, she said. Ponte Vedra area schools have selected the following Teachers and Rookie Teachers of the Year: Ponte Vedra-Palm Valley/Rawlings Elementary School: Christine Sloan, sec- ond grade, teacher; Theresa Stevens, third grade, rookie. Ocean Palms Elementary School: Julie Clairmont, sec- ond grade, teacher; norookie named. Landrum Middle School: Stacy, Norman, sixth grade, teacher; Ed Myers, sixth grade, rookie. Nease High School: Rosa Maria Weaver, Spanish, teacher; Kristin McGillin, English, rookie. Sloan and Stevens are fea- tured in stories on A-10. The others will be featured Dec. 12, Dec. 19 and Dec. 26. Photo by ALEXANDRA KUM- MERNES Firefighters responded to the former Sea Turtle Inn Monday afternoon after construction work- ers hit a gas line approximately four to five feet underground, according to Neptune Beach Lt. Mike Perry. The gas was shut off while the valve was repaired. The leak was a natural gas leak, which is less severe than propane, and the building did not have to be evacuated, officials said. However, some streets were temporarily closed off for firefighters and. a hazmat team to bring in equipment. The hotel is currently under renovation to convert to a luxury resort, named One Ocean. Vonasek explains tax reform proposal By GRAY ROHRER STAFF WRITER A Ponte Vedra ,Beach home- owner who has a homesteaded property assessed, at $500,000 could save almost $375 if a property tax reform measure is i passed by voters. Homesteaded properties could get an additional $25,000 exemption if the constitutional amendment implementing the. property tax reform is approved. Using last year's millage rate, that would mean savings of almost $375 for a home in the Ponte Vedra Municipal Service District (MSD) assessed at $500,000. According to a St. Johns County official, however, the county could lose $33.5 mil- lion per year in revenue if 60 percent of voters approve the measure during the presiden- tial preference election Jan. 29. Joe Vonasek, assistant county administrator, spoke to the Ponte Vedra Beaches Coalition Monday and explained that statewide property tax reform would mean a loss of county services. State legislators passed the first phase of property tax reforms in the summer, which forced local governments to reduce millage rates and put a cap on property tax revenues. According to Vonasek, the first phase is costing the county $23 million per year. If the sec- ond phase is approved by vot- ers, it could mean an addition- al loss of $10.5 million per year to the county. He said that the possible loss in revenue represents a 14 per- cent decrease in last year's over- all budget, and would result in a decrease in county services. Couilty commissioners would have to decide which services and programs to cut or reduce funding for, but some commissioners are hoping to avoid that scenario. Commissioners Cyndi Stevenson and Ron Sanchez attended the Coalition meeting Monday and spoke out against the tax reform measure. They said the amendment will impinge their authority to tax arid reduce the autonomy of local government. "Florida has 67 counties, [so] it's like having 67 people in a medical ward and you give them all the same medicine," Sanchez said. "One size doesn't fit all," Stevenson added, If the amendment gets the required 60 percent approval of Florida voters, it would enact the following measures: An extra $25,000 home- stead exemption to be applied to homesteaded properties val- ued at more than $50,000. That exemption, however, would not apply to school taxes, and would take effect Jan. 1, 2008. Homeowners would be able to transfer their Save Our Homes benefits (up to $500,000) from a former home- steaded property to a new one, provided they transfer the ben- efit within two years. Save Our Homes limits property tax increases on homesteaded properties. Anyone who sold a home- steaded property in 2007 would still be eligible to transfer their benefit. Non-homesteaded proper- ties would receive a 10 percent yearly assessment cap. This provision would not apply to school district taxes and would not take effect until Jan. 1, 2009. According to a summary of the legislation that put the amendment on the ballot, it also contains a provision that would require the state to "appropriate money to fiscally constrained counties to offset any reduction in property tax revenue." Vonasek was not impressed by that portion of the amend- ment, and said that counties should not be rewarded for poor fiscal policies. "I have a problem with that just on a conceptual basis," he said. The constitutional amend- ment is the legislature's second attempt to pass a second phase of tax reform. Legislators con- structed the new version in October after a judge declared the first proposed amendment unconstitutional. Graffiti. art is problem for Neptune Beach Merchants asked to be alert about sales of spray paint by ALEXANDRA KUMMERNES STAFF WRITER Graffiti has become a prob- lem in Neptune Beach, according to officials. City Manager Jim Jarboe said at a Tuesday City Council meeting that graffiti in the city is a concern right now. "Graffiti seems to be ram- pant again in Neptune Beach," he told Councilors. Neptune Beach Police Chief David Sembach said that it is more of a nuisance problem. "We're having a little bit more than we usually have," he said., The city has had problems in the past with people draw- ing on buildings, specifically behind the location of the proposed Wal-Mart a t 600 Atlantic Boulevard, Sembach said. There have been recent incidents of graffiti on the front of the proposed Wal- Mart building which would have required the culprit to access the roof and in Jarboe Park, he said. "I wouldn't say it's out of control, but it's something we would want to get a han- dle on before it gets out of hand," Sembach said. He encouraged citizens, specifically merchants who sell paint, to be aware of any- one buying an excessive number of cans of spray paint. The department docu- ments all incidents with a report and takes pictures, which help identify if the graffiti is done by the same group or individual. 13164-2 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville 1731 Wells Road, Orange Park 25 kFAMILYFT sS CALL 1-800-543-3783 TO SCHEDULE A CLUB TOUR AND RECEIVE YOUR FREE 1-DAY PASS. FOR MAPS AND INFORMATION GO TO LFF.COM. *On Pssport and Premier memberships. EFTon. Monhly dues required. Terms ond conons applysee db for dealls,. 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Weather provided by American Profile Hometown Content Service Page 3A* December 5, 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader l'.'.!'.t'j\ 0 t. .^Dl'liJO jitt.ZEli i~;n tii {M^ &JliIto .i .TIVra ?a liiW *rl? r, OPINION OUR MISSION IS TO PUBLISH A DISTINGUISHED COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER FOR THE BEACHES December 5, 2007 www.beachesleader.com Locally Owned and Operated Serving the Beaches since 1963 THE BEACHES LEADER/PONTE VEDRA LEADER The Leader's Opinion Time for storm savings The 2007 Hurricane Season, originally forecast to be a dis- aster, has officially ended. The only storm damage here was the result of Northeasters not the big winds from Africa and the Caribbean. As a coastal community, we can all breathe a sigh of relief when the calendar turns to December 1, which marks the end of the hurricane season. The change in the calendar also means that we stow away the plywood, eat the supplies in the emergency kit and go to bed early instead of waiting to see the latest hyped-up weather forecast over breezes in the Atlantic Ocean. Seriously, we are very fortunate to have been spared a direct hit or even an indirect hit from the deadly winds and stormwaters generated by a hurricane. But, the threat of storms has meant that many here have sustained direct hits on their home insurance premiums. Now would seem to be a prudent time for our state repre- sentatives to question whether those hikes should be halted or even reversed a bit in light of the past three hurri- cane seasons that saw little activity. If homeowners must share the risk from increased storm activity, then it is reasonable that they should share the rewards when the insurance industry enjoys good fortune from Mother Nature. Letters to the editor: Wise for commission to pray To the editor: What is happening in our wonderful Atlantic Beach when someone objects to a prayer at the beginning of the Commission meeting? I do not know the person and have no idea what church she attends but they must not teach the true word of God. James 1:5 Says "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not: and it shall be given him." Certainly our gov- ernment needs to be seeking wisdom from God. Hazel Brown Atlantic Beach Developer's interests trump all To the editor: There was a recently published article about the partially built Palms Apartments at Atlantic and Mayport Rd. titled "Atlantic Beach concerned about unfin- ished projects". The City of Atlantic Beach is remiss in addressing this eyesore for what- ever unknown reasons. The mayor is suspect in that he has once again lined up on the side of a developer in allowing Mr. Hionides more time with this project. To allow this first look at t e.dty to remain in this condi- tion for almost 2 years is a dis- grce' When you approach the dty from the west this is the first impression of Atlantic Beach. Mr. Hionides has become a master of the stall. We have read about his properties in Jax. that have laid dormant for several years with code enforcement actions being stalled time and again. Mr/.Hionides is lucky to have Mr. Hanson and Mr. Meserve lined up to help; In the article Mr. Hanson stat- ed "We determined that existing building codes were not being violated". If Mr. Hanson were to research the codes he would find in the Atlantic Beach Code of Ordinances Sec. 6-120 that adopts the Standard Housing Code. In case he cannot find it I have included it in this letter. It reads as follows: Sec. 6-120 Adoption. There is hereby adopted, basic minimum housing standards deemed essential for safe, health- ful living that certain code known as the Standard Housing Code, 1997 edition, published by the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (Ord. No. 25-89-21, 1, 6-12- 89; Ord. No. 25-92-23, 1, 11-9- 92; Ord. No. 25-96-28, 1(6), 4- 22-96; Ord. No. 25-98-30, 1, 6- 22-98) Note: See editor's note, 6-16. Note the numbers at the end of the section. These numbers deter- mine the dates the code was adopted and the numbers of the ordinances. This code and the abatement section that is adopt- ed with it has the condemnation section which outlines the process to condemn and demol- ish unsafe housing. The process takes about 120 days before the city could move in with the bull- dozers. I used this code in the original process of condemning the property 4 years ago. Mr. Meserve knows to develop a new ordinance could take up to a year which will give Mr. Hionides what he wants and the citizens of Atlantic Beach come in 2nd place again. I am sure the Boston College and Virginia Tech fans, here for the ACC title game, were impressed by Atlantic Beach with the Palms greeting them and the dosed minute market on the cor- ner of Royal Palms and Atlantic Blvd. as the second good look at the city. Atlantic Beach has the tools and the laws on the books to cor- rect these problematic properties and a few more properties in the Mayport Rd. area. They need to quit playing favorites and get the city cleaned up., If the present management can't get it done maybe new management is needed. Don C. Ford Atlantic Beach THE BEACHES LEADER PONTE VEDRA LEADER Kathleen Feindt Bailey Linda Borgstede Editor, The Beaches Leader Director ofSales Thomas Wood President and Publisher Editorial Chuck Adams Robert DeAngelo Rex Edmondson Bob Fernee Alice Gartland John Hardebeck Jennifer Knoechel Alean~a Kummenes Kristin MacCaull Liza Mitchell Hal Newsome Kathy Nicoletti Gray Rohrer David Rosenblum Wimpy Sutton Ann Von Thron Johnny Woodhouse Business Office Char Coffman Karen Stepp Vice President Display Ad Sales Pete Bryant Chris Estoker Joanne Jund Kathy Moore Angela G. 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Then there's the ongoing issue of the Iraq war, the constant debate over how to fix our health care system, and any number of other dus- tups and outright policy brawls that seem to take place every time you look in on a committee room or chamber on Capitol Hill. A lot of people don't like this. Pretty much every time I address an audience, someone complains, "I'm sick and tired of all the bickering. .Those guys are always fighting." And everyone around will nod. Most people are uncomfort- able with disagreement and debate. As individuals, this is fine; but as citizens, I would Sarge that we should not only R1"W~ &i 6 W& should be' pleased by it. It has been a constant in American politics, and let us hope it always will be. Extensive debate is written into the very structure of our congressional system. At every level, from subcommittees through committees to the floor of each chamber and then to the conference com- mittees that bring members from each house of Congress together, there is the presump- tion of discussion, debate, dis- agreement and. even argu- ment. Our Founders under- stood the importance of con- flict in the system, both as a way for all views to be repre- sented, and as a process for building common ground among them. For the fundamental fact of our democracy is that Americans, despite all that unites us, nonetheless have much that divides'us: different philosophies, different LEE HAMILTON GUEST COLUMNIST prospects in life, different backgrounds, different com- munities, different ways to define what is in our self-inter- est, what is in our communi- ty's interest, and what is in our nation's best interest. It's true that these divisions can be exacerbated by special interests, the media, and politicians all seeking to exploit them to their own ends, but that doesn't mean the initial differences don't exist. They do. And it is Congress's job to sort through them as it strives to find the majorities it needs to move forward on legislation. If there weren't conflict, Congress wouldn't be doing its job. There are certainly times when the conflict built into our system gets out of hand, and the people involved become mean-spirited or angry. But overall, disputation and debate are not a weakness of our democracy, they're a strength. They lead to better, more sustainable decisions'. They help to build majority support for a proposal. And they are part of how we talk to one another as we search for common ground. Let me give you an example. Over the years in Washington, there has been much discus- sion about whether the nation ought to have a single director of national intelligence. I was initially quite skeptical about the value of reorganizing our intelligence community to impose such a position. Then, however, I served as co-chair of the 9/11 Commission. We had long, sometimes very pointed debates about how our intelligence system was working, and by the end I'd come to the conclusion that the only way to obtain the sharingof intelligence infor- mation our country needs was to centralize authority in a sin- gle directorate. In other words, I changed my mind because of our debates. The same thing is constant- ly taking place in Congress. Some issues are extremely dif- ficult to resolve. They take years of wrangling, arguing, and debate simply for mem- bers to find enough common ground so they can move for- ward. It helps to look past the often messy process and judge Congress by the end results, The minimum-wage bill that Passed earlier this year; how Best to shape our homeland security system; how to struc- ture children's health insur- ance all of these have been subject to heartfelt and some- times, gite cntetious dis- pute er tfYhe years,'but in the end, Congress reaches a con- clusion and we move on. Indeed, I believe that we are stronger for the sometimes dif- ficult road Congress has to travel as .it searches for solu- tions to the challenges that confront us. For a strong debate means that all sides get a chance to be heard and have their arguments weighed. It means that there is less chance that power will be concentrat- ed to the point of stifling our voices. Keep in mind that the most efficient and conflict- free political system is a dicta- torship. So let's not expect Congress to be free of disagreement and contention. The' better approach is to manage the debate so it is civil, inclusive, serious and constructive. Yes, Congress sometimes has trou- ble managing itself, but that is a far better problem than if our system allowed for no conflict at all. To the editor: I find it discouraging to read ill-informed criticism of the legal actions of the City of Neptune Beach by local com- mentators such as Bill Gulliford. Mr. Gulliford is a businessman and former mayor of Atlantic Beach. He knows well the com- plexity of development applica- tions and code enforcement actions in small municipalities. To reduce these long-running, complicated disputes to simplis- tic accusations of emotionalism and political dishonesty dimin- ishes the level of public dis- course in our community. The outcome of the Solantic code enforcement action was a disappointment, but it was nearly four years in the making. Almost anyone familiar with the details of that legal action would have agreed at the outset that the electronic sign in ques- tion was prohibited by Neptune Beach Code. After long deliber- ation, the U.S. District Court in Jacksonville resoundingly affirmed the City's position. It was only much later that the. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta overturned Neptune Beach's ordinance on technical grounds and the District Court's ruling was reversed. Is Mr. Gulliford suggesting that' we should not have pursued the enforcement action in ,the first place? Similarly, the Walmart devel- opment application was a com- plex and drawn-out negotia- tion. Among other issues, the Neptune Beach City Council was appropriately worried about the impact of such high density commercial development on the traffic on Atlantic Boulevard. The Council initial- ly denied the application prima- rily on the grounds that the development failed to meet traf- fic concurrency required by the Neptune Beach Code and the City's Comprehensive Plan. Walmart eventually reached a settlement with Neptune Beach, but not before the company agreed to dramatically improve the quality of the proposed building and landscaping and pledged $300,000 to the City to defray legal and other expenses related to the project. Is Mr. Gulliford suggesting that we should simply have rolled over because Walmart had unlimited legal muscle? No one disputes the assertion that our community should be ruled by law and not by emo- tion. But isn't the real argument here about whether small towns have the resources to enforce their laws in the complex legal landscape of modern America? Isn't the real issue about.how small towns protect their legiti- mate interests against some- times predatory development? The current Neptune Beach City Council did not make the law that Solantic was cited for vio- lating. We did not establish the traffic concurrency standards that informed our analysis of the Walmart application. These ordinances had been on the books for many years. Mr. Gulliford is really suggest- ing that we ignore our laws and just assume that our small town is unable to enforce its codes against well-financed develop- ment interests. For the record, the City of Neptune Beach encourages responsible develop- ment that conforms to our municipal standards, but we will continue to oppose devel- opment that negatively impacts our small town quality of life. John Weldon Neptune Beach PHIL HUDGINS COLUMNIST If you can't watch 'Dirty Jobs' on TV, will dancing suffice? W ho would imagine that a grown, semi-macho, clod- kicking, cornbread-loving man would sit in front of a TV and watch spangle-clad men and women dance for an hour? It's hard to even say the word: d-d-dance. Well, it wasn't my, idea. It was my wife's idea. It was she who wanted to watch "Dancing with the Stars." I prefer "Dirty Jobs" on the Discovery Channel- -- you know where some guy named Mike Rowe puts on hip boots and slogs into a bog to find out where crus- taceans live. Or he crawls up under a locomotive to learn what all goes into maintaining an Amtrak train that charges twice as much and takes four times as long as a plane. Now, that's a man's show. I'd rather surf the chan- nels until I find a good box- ing match featuring two unknown featherweight fighters who flail away at . ,each.other without hugging, "every Iwo r .three punchese. That's a mans' slow. .I I'd rather turn over to that sports channel that reruns the tapes of the col- lege football games I saw on TV the: Saturday before. That's.a man's show. I'd rather watch the latest debate between elephants and donkeys running for King of the Jungle without a clue about what they'd real- ly do if they got it. Forget I said that. I'd rather watch. dancing. And I was watching, sort of. I was really reading a newspaper, catching up on the, latest tips to conserve water, such as sharing a flush with a friend or loved one. I could have gone to another room to read in pri- vate, but my recliner is in the "keeping area" of our house, an area I didn't know existed until we got one. So I stayed with the TV and the recliner. Once, I looked up from my newspaper and saw Helio, a Brazilian race car driver, and a beautiful blonde glide across the floor like a couple of wheel dol- lies on greased concrete. Wow! I've never had.good luck at dances. I've been to a few. Went to one when I was a junior iP high school. Wore pajama bottoms under my pants to make my legs look bigger. I was 6-1 and weighed about 135 pounds, which I think is bantamweight in boxing. My wife and I attended a square dance at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, N.C. Finally, dis- gusted that I couldn't hear the calls or follow them either, I sat down in the middle of a dance. My wife. followed me. A woman nearly twice my size: came over and hinted that I should be flogged for quit- ting in the middle of a dance. No, dances' have never been good to me. And here I was occasionally, only occa- sionally, mind you, watch- ing d-d-dancing. Finally, my wife got sleepy and went to bed. I had to stay up to read more about conserving water. But when I went to bed, I knew something my wife didn't know until the next morning. Helio won. Page 4A More letters to the editor. Simplistic accusations diminish the discourse SThe Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader Page 5A .- * A i: Still giving The Beaches of Duval County some to talk about! Same great premium Now with even more benefits and services for 2008! 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POLICE BEAT JACKSONVILLE BEACH A stolen 2008 Toyota Prius valued at $20,000 was recov- ered Dec. 3 in the parking lot of the oceanfront park 500 block of 1st Street S. The vehi- cle was reported stolen out of Wilmington, N.C. and was registered to a rental compa- ny. * * Auto burglary was reported Nov. 30 in the 500 block of 6th Street N. Clothing and a pair of sunglasses with a com- ibined value of $130 were stolenfrom the vehicle. The car was unlocked and the items were removed from the glove compartment. * * A dog bite was reported Nov. 29 in the 100 block of Penman Road. The victim told police he was looking at a house for sale on Coral Way when he was bitten on the leg by a chihuahua. The dog bit the.man below the knee joint causing a single puncture wound. Its owner was in the home cleaning and told police he did not know how the man got in the house. The animal was impounded for the standard 10-day rabies quarantine period by animal control. *0 Stalking was reported Nov. 30 in the 800 block of 20th Avenue N. Two high school students told police that at 6 p.m. on Sept. 28 they observed an unknown male suspect with blonde hair in his late 30's following them in a black Ford truck. The truck continued at a slow pace and never passed the girls despite having adequate room to go around them. The man followed the girls for four blocks before they turned right on 8th Avenue N. The driver kept traveling on 4th Street. On Nov. 30, the victims said they saw the sus- pect again in the same.truck pull into the parking lot at the Fletcher Fieldhouse at 3 p.m. and park. He remained in the vehicle and appeared to be watching the girls. He left when one of their boyfriend's arrived at the scene. * * Felony criminal mischief was reported Nov. 29 in the 1900 block of Beach Boulevard. A bulldozer left on a construction site was van- dalized by an unknown sus- pect. A bag of sand was poured into the equipment's hydraulics system causing $11,000 in damage. Grand theft was reported Nov. 29 in the 500 block of Beach Boulevard. Two deposits for $943.57 and $1,211.68 were stolen when it was discovered that they were never deposited on Nov. 13 and 14. * * Auto burglary was reported Nov. 29 in the 600 block of 5th Avenue N. Toys, books, an Ipod and clothing were stolen from the vehicle, the loss was estimated at $450. * Criminal mischief was reported Nov. 28 in the 300- block of 10th Street N. A city maintenance building near Gonzalez Park was vandalized with black spray of male gen- italia and the words "Andrew was here" on the south wall. . Battery was reported Nov. 29 in the 300 block of 1st Street N. The victim told police he was attacked with- out warning by two unknown males as he exited a bar at 2:05 a.m. The suspects pushed him down on the ground and punched him. * * A 45-year-old transient was arrested Nov. 26 and charged with making false 911 calls outside a hotel in the 300 block of 1st Street N.\The woman reported that she was assaulted by a male suspect on the boardwalk. Police were not able to verify the incident after speaking to several sub- jects in the area. The defen- dant was previously warned for falsely calling 911. Police said she called four times prior to her arrest between 2 and 4 p.m. * * Attempted burglary to a business was reported Dec. 1 in the 700 block; of; Marsh, Landing Parkway. Two employees at Books-a-Million were working in the rear stock room when they heard a loud noise coming from a con- struction trailer behind the business. They opened the back door and observed a male suspect trying to grind the lock off the trailer. When they asked the man what he was doing he told the employees that a man up front sent him to cut off the lock. The suspect fled in a red Suzuki SUV registered in Ocala when the employees told him they were calling police. He was described as a well dressed black male, 5'8" and bald, wearing jeans and a blue button down shirt. Grand theft was reported Dec. 2 in the 300 block of 4th Avenue N. A Cannondale bike valued at $1,400 was stolen from the rear of an apart- ment. ATLANTIC BEACH Burglary to a business was reported on Nov. 28 in the 300 block of Mayport Road, according to a police report. The victim's storage unit was broken into, according to the report. Grand theft was reported on Nov. 30 in the first block of Ocean Boulevard, accord- ing to a police report. Aggravated battery was reported on Nov. 30 in the 100 block of 13th Street, according to a police report. The victim told police that three males wearing black hoodies ran up behind him at approximately 9:58 p.m. and hit him on the head with a blunt object that, he said, may have been a bottle, according to the report. The suspects did not say or do anything else, according to the report. * * Charles Whitaker, 28, was arrested for fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer on Dec. 1 in the 11000 block of Atlantic Boulevard, according to a police report. Police tracked the suspect's vehicle traveling at 103 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone, according to the report. * * Aggravated fleeing and eluding a law enforcement officer was reported on Dec. 2 in the 1600 block of Atlantic Boulevard, according to a police report. The suspect fled from police on a motor- cycle traveling at approxi- mately 80 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone, according to the report. He crashed into a tree in a small island and slid on the road- way. When officers arrived, the suspect was unconscious and bleeding from the head. He regained consciousness and was able to tell police his name.,He was transported to Shands. The suspect was also traveling in a residential area, according to the report. Tommy Laroy Benton, Jr., 27, was arrested for posses- sion of cocaine in the 500 block of Mayport Road, according to a police report. Burglary to a conveyance was reported on Dec.1 in the 300 block of Sixth Street, -i;according to:a police report. S. 00 , Burglary to a residence was reported on Dec. 1 in the 200 block of Ocean Forest Drive North, according to a police report. The suspect entered a garage and took a beer, according to the report. * * Patryck Michael Adamiak, 30, was arrested for posses- sion of a controlled substance on Dec. 2 in the 2000 block of Mayport Road, according to a police report. * * Burglary to a conveyance was reported on Dec. 3 in the 800 block of Camellia Street, according to a police report. NEPTUNE BEACH Grand theft of an automo- bile was reported on Dec. 2 in the 500 block of Atlantic Boulevard, according- to a police report. The victim parked his vehicle at approxi- mately 3:39 p.m. in front of K-mart and left the engine running, according to the report. His dog was also inside the vehicle. When he returned from the store, the vehicle and his dog were gone, according to the report. The. victim called a friend to pick him up and when the friend arrived, he had the vic- tim's dog with him. The friend said that he had seen the victim's vehicle in the 600 block of Atlantic Boulevard. Police spoke to a witness who said that 15 to 20 minutes prior to the incident, she saw two males exit the vehicle. The only thing missing from the vehicle was the victim's cell phone, according to the report. PONTE VEDRA BEACH Two golf carts and a golf ball collector were found in a pond on the 10th fairway at Ponte Vedra Golf & Country Club Monday morning. The items are normally kept in a locked cart barn but deputies found no chains or locks that were supposed to be locking two fences. * * A 50-year-old woman was questioned by deputies Friday morning after some- one reported money stolen from the collection plate at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church. The woman told deputies she was "only praying." Deputies found $46 in currency in the 'woman's bags of clothing, but the church declined to press charges because the money was recovered. A 15-year-old resident of North Roscoe Boulevard was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and domestic battery after his father told deputies the teen approached him with a knife during a physical altercation. * * A resident of Rutile Drive reported Thursday that a cam- era was taken from her unlocked vehicle parked in her driveway sometime late Nov. 26. * * A resident of Lake Road reported Thursday that some- time late Nov. 27 someone entered his garage and stole two radar detectors from his vehicles. The garage was open at the time, a report said. Variances sought for Penman plaza renovation by ALEXANDRA KUMMERNES STAFF WRITER A proposed office/retail development would nearly double the size of the Penman Plaza shopping center in Neptune Beach pending approval of several variances. The applicant, Penman Plaza Associates, is proposing the demolition of a vacant movie theater and the addi- tion of 46,500 square feet of office and retail space in the Penman Plaza shopping cen- ter at Atlantic Boulevard and Penman Road, according to the city's building depart- ment. A Winn Dixie store is the largest retailer currently on the property and will remain. Neptune Beach Community Development Director Amanda Askew said that the property owners have not told the city what kind of retail the shopping center will have, but they did say it was a "major retail tenant," she said. But, the applicant has requested nine variances that must first be approved by the city council for the project to move forward. The planning and develop- ment review board recom- mended approval of only two of the nine variances at a meeting last week, according to Askew. All of the variances are needed, the developer said in a press release, saying he may not be able to proceed with- out them. "Without assistance from the city allowing several of the grandfathered noncon- forming site conditions to remain in place as they have existed for more than 40 years, it is unlikely the prop- erty will be able to be re- developed in any meaningful way for the foreseeable futuree" said Carlos Asensio of Penman Plaza Associates. The developer, describing himself as disappointed, said it is "economically unfeasi- ble" to meet all of the city's current site requirements for the existing structures. Among the variance requests are: Reducing a required land- scape buffer from 9 feet to 3 feet Reducing the gross area landscaping from 20 percent to 15 percent Increasing the maximum, number of parking spaces and reducing their size Reducing the. 10-foot buffer between commercial and residential zoning. 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December 5, 2007 Pape 6A* The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader L~t~ i vim, . Pin-eastl I Castle / ~ - & -0 a d December 5, 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader Page 7A OBITUARIES JAMES GIVENS 'SKIP' BAXTER TETYANA VALERIY BLACK DENNIS PATRICK HESLIN James Givens "Skip" Baxter died in his home November 30, 2007 after a lengthy illness. He was born February 5, 1954 in Jacksonville and lived in Jacksonville Beach all his adult life. For more than 30 years, he owned a successful commer- cial flooring business. As an avid beach-goer, he spent much of his younger life surf- ing and spear fishing in Florida and the Caribbean, and enjoyed offshore fishing in his later years. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Cynthia Chalker Baxter; and four children, Cara Baxter Downs (Ron), Boone Baxter, Skye Baxter Burleson and Alaina Baxter. One of his great joys in the last five years were his five grandchildren, Cole, Cage, Caine, Reagan and Sadie, to whom he was known as "Bippy." He also is survived by his father-in-law and friend, James "Chick" Chalker. Layla, his chocolate lab, was a loyal companion during his ill- ness. His fun-loving nature and great sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him. A Memorial Service was held at The Woods Community Clubhouse Dec. 2. Services under the direction of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach. VIRGINIA Y. HIGGINS Virginia Y. Higgins, 56, died November 30, 2007 surround- ed by her family. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. and had been a resident of Florida since June 1995 after relocat- ing from Charlotte, N.C. She was employed by the Doyle Group of Ponte Vedra Beach. She was a lovable mother, loyal daughter and great friend to all she met, the family said, and she bright- ened everyone's life. Family members include her mother, Virginia Yaeger; sons, Adam (Amanda), Nicholas (Elizabeth) and Timothy; brother, Edward Yaeger; sister, Laura Gene Boyle; and grand- children, Bain and Addison. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Dec. 3 in St. Paul's Catholic Church of Jacksonville Beach, with the Rev. William Kelly as Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Ste. 250, Dallas, TX 75244. Services under the direction of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach. JOHNNY L. WILLIAMS SR. Johnny L. Williams, Sr. was born .December 17, 1960 to Sarah Mae Brown in Savannah, Ga. He was bap- tized at Second Saint John Missionary Baptist Church in Savannah, where he was a member. He attended the Chatham County Public School System in Savannah. As an adult, he moved to Jacksonville. While residing in Jacksonville, he met and mar- ried the late Antoinette "Toni" Brooks. To their union were born three children, Shendya, Johnny Jr. and Chelsea. He worked for many years for the same company as a welder ontil his health would no longer allow. He was an avid fisherman, always ready, willing and able to cast the bait. He will truly be missed by his fishing buddies. He spent more than 20 years on dialysis before losing his battle with kidney failure. He died November 29, 2007 while living in Jacksonville. He is survived by daughters, Shendya Williams and Chelsea Williams' of Jacksonville; sons, Johnny L. Williams Jr. of Jacksonville and Cedric Hayes of Atlanta, Ga.; mother, Sarah M. Brown of Savannah, Ga.; sisters, Helen Mayes (George) of Atlanta and Ruby Stewart (Darrell) and Thelma Williams, both of Savannah; aunts, Lula Cantrell of Atlanta and Earnestine Delaney of College Park, Ga.;. uncles, James Williams of College Park and Nassar Madyun (Nafeesah) of Ellenwood, Ga.; and a host of family and friends. _ . A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 7 in the chapel of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home. Services under the direction of Quinn-Shalz. Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach. Tetyana Valeriy Black died December 1, 2007 after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 17, 1972 in Russia and received her Master's Degree in Teaching. She was an accomplished competitive swimmer who, at one time, was ranked fifth in the Soviet Union. She won many international swimming awards: She grew up in Kiev. She had many friends who admired her great faith, kind spirit and beautiful smile. She is survived by her husband, Robert; her children, Matthew and Mary; and her parents, Valeriy and Nina Ryabushenko. General Visitation was held Dec. 4 in St. Justin Martyr Church, followed by the Funeral. The Liturgy for the Departed will be celebrated at the church (1.2460 Old St. Augustine Road) at 10:00 a.m. Dec. 5, with the interment immediately following in the parish cemetery. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Russian Mission at St. Justin Martyr, whose work was close to her heart. Her family will strive to imitate her faith in God, which pro- duced the love and kindness she showed for others. Services under the direction of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach. DONNA BOOKHAMMER MEUSE Donna Bookhammer Meuse, Bookhammer; sister, Car 52, died December 3, 2007. She (John) Christian; brothers an was born to Margaret and sisters-in-law, Kenneth at William Bookhammer III on Lecy Meuse and Don and An June 26, 1955 in Atlanta, Ga. Meuse; many nieces at .She and her husband, Paul, nephews, and her dog, Chlot were longtime residents of the A memorial service will Beaches area. She was preceded held at 2 p.m. Dec. 6 at Pal in death by her parents, Valley Baptist Church, wi Margaret and William Rev. Jeff Witt officiating. In li Bookhammer III, and her of flowers, please make dor brother, Tommy Davies. tions to Community Hospi She is survived by her hus- of Northeast Florida an band, Paul Meuse; daughters, Jacksonville Humane Society Melannie (Warren) Adams and Funeral arrangements und Monique Meuse; brothers, the care of Ponte Vedra Valle Robert (Linda) Bookhammer Ponte Vedra Beach. and Charles (Barbara) WILLIAM GERRARD 'SKI' ZEILINSKI William Gerrard "Ski" He was a member of Ribau Zielinski, 66, died at Lodge (F&AMI Memorial Hospital of S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A., Inc. ( Jacksonville November 30, years), Jacksonville Bea< 2007. He was born in Police Dept. CPAAA, serve Danville, Ill. in 1941 and on the Jacksonville Beat moved to Jacksonville Beach -Code Enforcement Board ( in, 1976 from Yorktown, Va. years), Pastimes and Southe: He was a member of Palms Times Barbershop Quartel Presbyterian Church. Association of the USS Lal He is survived by his wife of Champlain, Association 46 years, Ruth Staehle the USS Shenandoah, Pair Zielinski; two sons, Stephen Presbyterian Church Chc Burdette Zielinski and David and a reader for the blind c Gerrard Zielinski; brothers, WJCT-FM. Gary Dyer Sr., Paul Dyer and A Memorial Service will 1 James Dyer; and aunt and held at 2 p.m. Dec. 6 in Pail uncle, Marilyn and Philip Presbyterian Church, 341 Ribbe. He was preceded in 3rd St. S., Jacksonville Beac death by his mother, Gracia with the Rev. Dr. Tom Walk Dyer; his father, Joseph and. the., Rev. DrIoxr-ar Zielinski; and his stepfather, DiGiusto officiating. Burdette Dyer. In lieu of flowers, donation He proudly served in the may be made to the Mus United States Navy for 20 Program at Palms Presbyteria years. He was employed by a Church. local marine architect firm for Services under the directic seven years and Supervisor of Quinn-Shalz Fami Shipbuilding Mayport for 11 Funeral Home, Jacksonvil years. He retired in 1995. Beach. State resets traffic light by Pablo Towers Pedestrians also advised that pushing button on light pole-will extend crossing time on A1A by LIZA MITCHELL STAFF WRITER State transportation offi- cials are trying to protect pedestrians crossing 3rd Street at 2nd Avenue South in Jacksonville Beach. Responding to complaints that the light changed too quickly for people, particular- ly seniors living at Pablo Towers, to safely cross A1A, the state Department of Transportation (DOT) reset the lights to give pedestrians more time. Beaches Watch president Sandy Golding Monday thanked cityofficials for their proactive response. Golding said she met recently with City Manager George Forbes about the potential dangers at the inter- section after observing the light cycle rapidly as a woman attempted to make her way across the street. "I saw an older lady trying to cross the street to get over to Pablo Towers and the light didn't stay red for very long," she said. "She was only half way across the street and the light turned green on 3rd Street and the cars started going and I thought 'oh my gosh, this lady is going to get killed'. I realized the timing was so short that it was dangerous for people to get across the street." Golding also spoke Monday to DOT officials who con- firmed that the timing issue was addressed and offered information about the cross- ing elements that many citi- zens many not know. "If you push the pedestrian button it will make the light stay red much longer," she said. "I didn't know that and I'll bet a lot of people didn't either." Nell Barrow of Pablo Towers said the many of the residents have trouble crossing at that intersection. "They can't walk very fast," she said Tuesday. Barrow said the staff and the residents were unaware that pedestrians could exer- cise control over the timing of the light by pushing a button. Golding visited the senior complex Monday to share the information. "They said 'we didn't know about this and actually we've been getting complaints about people not being able to get across the street because the light isn't staying red long enough," she said. "I'm glad the city helped raise awareness." Safety concerns were broached last spring by some residents during rezoning hearings for a new Publix gro- cery store on Beach Boulevard. Many were concerned that hazardous traffic conditions coupled with the proposed design of the 34,000-square- foot retail center could put some potential customers in danger. "I am concerned about the safety of the individuals walk- ing to the store," said Joseph Loretta, president of the Pablo Renewal in Duval East (PRIDE) group. "I think the city should have done a sur- vey to come up with a better pedestrian access to get to the store." City Manager George Forbes last Jvay said city officials planned to work with the DOT to develop ways to improve safety for pedestrians and customers from Pablo Towers. "One of the things we are looking at is putting safe havens in the medians for people who can't make it all the way across the street," Forbes said. FDOT traffic operations engineer Chris LeDew said safe havens, also called a pedestrian refuge, are raised concrete islands used in cen- ter medians to allows pedes- trians to cross the street in two steps. "They protect pedestrians from motoring traffic," he said. "It makes the crossing path shorter and more com- fortable, especially for seniors to cross. It is better than standing on a double yellow line." LeDew said he is aware of the traffic conditions in the area, noting that there are several fixes in the pipeline that will help mitigate some of the safety issues.' One project is the installa- tion of signalized traffic lights that count down the time a pedestrian has to make it safe- ly across the street. "It makes a lot of sense [to have these] where pedestrians will be walking," LeDew said. Such signals are the "new standard" for FDOT-owned roads, he said. Work is sched- uled to begin on A1A in July 2008. He also said the FDOT would be open to working with Publix representatives to address any traffic concerns associated with the project. Need a New Friend? Find her In The Beaches Leader Classifieds! .f^ MARKETPLA(E rol nd nd nn nd e. be Lm th eu Dennis Patrick Heslin, 45, of Jacksonville Beach died December 2, 2007. He was born February 28, 1962 in Flushing, N.Y. He was a devoted and lov- ing husband and father who had a broad smile and a great love of life, the family said. He was a graduate of Georgia State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts (Photography). He was a self-employed photographer and also worked at Mayo Clinic as a medical photogra- pher. He photographed numerous dance recitals, gymnastics, cheerleading competitions, weddings and family portraits over the. years. Additionally, he loved running and partici- pated in various local long- distance races. He is survived by his wife, Jann; daughters, Lauren and Anna; mother, Lee Heslin of Marietta, Ga.; two sisters, Mary (Tony) Contigiani of Atlanta, Ga. and Patty (Steve) Vargas of Steamboat, Colo.; and three brothers, Jim (Luanne) Heslin III of Atlanta, Rob Heslin of Macon, Ga. and Peter (Sara) Heslin of Atlanta. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 6 in the Quinn- Shalz Family Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Dec. 7 in St. Paul's Catholic Church, with the Rev. William Kelly as Celebrant. Interment will fol- low in Greenlawn Cemetery. He will be sorely missed by family, friends, associates and patrons. His image will always be framed in our hearts and minds, the family said. In lieu of flower, the family has requested donations to one's favorite charity. Services under the direction of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach. DR. FRED M. VALENTINE JR. la- Dr. Fred M. Valentine Jr, 79, .ce of Newport, Tenn. died nd November 20, 2007 at his Northcutt Street home. He der was born April 17, 1928 in ey, Newport. He graduated from Cocke County High School in 1945 and the University of Tennessee Medical School il 1950. For many years, he was associated with Valentine- ult Shults Hospital and Cocke I), County Memorial Hospital, 34 serving as chairman of the ch board. ed He served as mayor of :h Newport for 16 years. During 12 his tenure, the rn Newport/Cocke County ts, Community Center was built, ke as well as several government of housing projects. ns He was chairman of the >ir board of both National Bank n of Tennessee and First Peoples Bank in Jefferson City. He was be a charter member of Smoky ms Mountain Country Club. He 10 was a member of First United h, Methodist Church. er Preceding him in death c a~w.erethiparents,;, Dri Fred M*.; ow"', .\swri C' ns sic In Obituary notices are on published free of ly le charge as a commu- nity service All ,uh- Valentine and Marguerite Hinkle, and his wife of 49 years, Wanda (Martin) Valentine. He is survived by his.wife, Christine Gorman Valentine, Newport, Tenn.; daughter and son-in-law, Vickie Valentine and Victor L. Hart Jr., Knoxville, Tenn.; and one grandson, Victor L. Hart III, a student at Samford University in Birmingham, Ala. Other survivors include a special cousin, Becki Norton, Houston, Tex.; two, stepchil- dren and their families, Randy and Lori German, and Gregory Gorman London, and Donald Gorman, Jr., Surgoinsville, as well as other cousins. .Funeral services were held Nov. 23 at the First United Methodist Church., with the Rev. Freddrick Long, the Rev. Marta Cogburn and Dr. Tony Crisp. The family received friends prior to the funeral services. Burial was in Union Cemetery. Manes Funeral Home, SNewport,i Tenn., in charge. Unlimited Hours, No Contracts! n9.95s g FREE 2417 Technical Support Instant Messaging keep your buddy list! 10 e-mail addresses with Webmail! Custom Start Page news, weather & more! surf up to 6X faster! just $3 more Sign Up Onlinel www.LocalNet.com Call Today & Save! LoalNef 14884887265 Auto YOU KEEP Aceptayce YOUR CAR SCars Trucks Motorcycles Jet Skis Boats 804-771 -0402 Heatin I It Weather "We Do What Inc. The Weatherman Car't" Heating & Air Conditioning Specialist RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL 24 FREE ESTIMATES ON REPLACEMENTS HOURS We Service All Brands 249-1290 SERVICE CHUCK SINGLETON OWNER DAYS A BeachesIalive 1122 9th St. South (Adjacen to Catopia) WEEK STATE CERT #CAC1813674 All major credit cards accepted Jeffrey J. Sneed, P.A. 247-6565 Eakin & Sneed 599 Atlantic Blvd. Atlantic Beach missions are sub- ject to editing.Paid advertising space is available for more detailed or person- alized death notices. Call 249-9033 for information. Neptune Beach also reviewing pedestrian safety along A1A FROM STAFF. The Neptune Beach City Council also wants to further examine pedestrian safety. The city has requested that the Florida Department of Transportation come to a work- shop meeting to discuss pedestrian safety. Councilor John Weldon said at a meeting Monday that the city should also be looking into pedestrian islands, similar to what Jacksonville Beach has slated as part of a DOT corridor improvement. "It is a real issue and this is the time to do it when they're making other changes," he said, referring to other planned DOT improvements. EA C H Ponte Vedra Leader LIVING -v IJi- I F SEE WEDDING PAGE A-9 December 5, 2007 www.beachesleader.com Page 8A December 5. 2007_ _www.beachesleader.com Page 8A JOHN HARDEBECI COLUMNIST Cheerleader are essential to winning K rs 11 They were supposed to be cheerleaders but they looked more like beerleaders at a football pep rally last month at American Legion Post 129 in Jacksonville Beach. To set the stage for the annual Florida-Florida State footbrawl encounter, two sides were represented by males dressed up in cutesy cos- tumes of the female vari- ety. Fortunately, they neglected to shave their hirsute gams, so gender identity was not a prob- lem. In contrast, this year's stadium pigskin parade has, as usual, been well populated by sideline cel- ebratory squads of real females, so that even if a spectator's favorite team was getting whupped, he still had something pleas- ant to look at. In that connection, the' other week I enjoyed a glimpse of gridiron glory om long ago:'.My'still. ulchritudinous pal Ethel Blalock showed me a photo of herself and the other 1944 Fletcher cheerleaders. The seven girls and two guys were dressed up in their nifty outfits and looked absolutely elegant. Ethel told me that, wearing tights under- neath her longish skirt, she used to do cartwheels down the field when the Senators scored a touch- down. If I hadn't been blocking and tackling 1,000 miles north at my noisy New Joisy high school, I could have been present to marvel over her acrobatics, I hate to admit this, but I once got in trouble over a cheerleader. After a game in which I missed a tackle near where our cheerleaders were cavort- ing, our no-nonsense coach berated me for the error. He asked sarcastically, "Who were you trying to stop? Our waterboy?" I answered jokingly: "No, coach. One of the cheer- leaders." He evidently didn't think my gag was exactly hilarious. In fact, at the ' next practice, he had me hold up the tackling dummy for the other players to knock over. "Two dummies for the price of one," he com- mented., Frankly, I've always regarded cheerleaders as essential to a winning season. They pump up the crowd, thereby encouraging the team. Heck, president George W. Bush was allegedly a cheerleader in school. Of course, most of the atten- tion is focused on female cheerleaders, who are almost always good look- ing and gleeful. You won't find many grouch- es in these groups. However, some cheers could make more sense. Here's one that has allegedly been used some- where: "D-i-g-i-t-dig it (clap clap)---That's the way fan---Love it, you can't stop it---We're to the top, we rock it." Whoever penned that possibly didn't become valedictorian. BAR MITZVAH CONTRIBUTION' photo by JENNIFER KNOECHEL Gathering items to give homeless persons on Christmas Day are Austin Altwies (from left), Max Ervanian and Max.Milan, all seventh graders at Landrum Middle School, Ponte Vedra Beach. The gifts will be distributed at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Jacksonville Beach, where the "homeless are offered a free Christmas meal. To donate food or gift items, e-mail Ervanian at email@example.com. Boy collects for needy by JENNIFER KNOECHEL STAFF WRITER Twelve-year-old Max Ervanian of Ponte Vedra Beach is preparing for his bar mitzvah by organizing an event for one of Christianity's holiest days. Ervanian, a seventh grader at Landrum Middle School, is in charge of this year's Christmas Day meal for the needy at St. Paul's Catholic 'Chtreh,-J-acks6iWfre Beach..:. ;"I'm .feeding the homelessi lunch and dinner on Christmas because we're the only place that's open in the Beach area," said Max, who turns 13 in February. Bar mitzvah marks a Jewish boy's transition to manhood at age 13, the age at which he must observe the command- ments, according to www.jewfaq.org. "One of the command- ments to become a man is you have to do a community service project; and he just thought this would be the perfect thing to do," explained Max's mother, Dr. Pam Ervanian. "It's kind of funny to do it on Christmas, even though we're Jewish, but it's a won- derful way to give back to the community," she said. Max has been "on board" with volunteering since he was in utero and his mother was volunteering for the same event, Dr. Ervanian said. So when it came time for Max to choose a community service project for his bar mitzvah he decided to do what he's always done: feed the needy on Christmas. "And it's not just grown ups. It's kids, too," Max said. "Sometimes there's dona- tions and they run out quick- ly. "My goal is to get too much, so anything leftover we can give to Mission, House thve.iitXt day and' they can di~tribut everythii g to the' people in the area." Mission House, located at 802 Shetter Ave. in Jacksonville Beach, offers free lunch and dinner for the needy every day except Christmas and Thanksgiving. Every year about 25 volun- teers from the Beaches com- munity serve more than 100 homeless and working poor a meal on each of those holi- days. Volunteers also collect gifts for children, gently used clothing, new socks and new underwear. Max has everyone he knows involved, from his Boy Scout troop to the Ervanians' temple, Ahavath Chesed in Jacksonville. Max's siblings, Sophia, 5, and Zach, 4, attend Accotink Academy, which is also fund- raising and collecting dona- tions for the cause. Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (B.E.A.M.) also contributes. Dr. Ervanian said it's not just the homeless who come to St. Paul's for a meal. She said they've had working poor, Hurricane Katrina evac- uees and people who don't have anywhere else to go for Christmas. "I like to volunteer because i feel like this could happen to any of us if we make bad choices or have bad luck," Dr. Ervanian said. "We always have enough volunteers, bOt' someLtimes we get I vn on f6od T'nd'gIlt.' We are asking the communi- ty to please help us with this wonderful endeavor." Food donations may be delivered between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Dec. 25 at St. Paul's kitchen, located in the gymnasium of the church at 1st Avenue and 5th Street North. Items needed are carved turkeys, carved hams, and any accompaniments for a traditional Christmas dinner. Also needed are gently used clothing, sweaters, jack- ets and blankets; new socks and underwear, new T-shirts, paper products, and unwrapped toys. These can be .dropped off before Christmas at Cottage By The Sea, 401 S. 3rd St. in Jacksonville Beach. E-mail Max Ervanian at email@example.com om to offer donations, espe- cially food items, so volun- teers have an idea of what to expect on Christmas Day. WWII photo exhibit at Beaches history museum highlights local veterans FROM STAFF The Beaches Museum & History Center is hosting a temporary photographic exhibition honoring nine Beaches-area men who gave their lives for their country during World War II. The photo exhibit, "These Nine," opened on Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 12. "These Nine were but a few . of the more than 400,000 Americans who died in the war, but they were special to us because they were our own," an excerpt from the exhibit says. To learn more about World War II and its impact on the Beaches, visit the museum's second-floor reading room from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday The. Beaches Museum & History Center is at 380 Pablo. Ave. in Jacksonville Beach. photo submitted Pilot Jack Ahern of Atlantic Beach is one of "These Nine." The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. There is an admission fee. For more information, call 241-5657 ext. 100. , photo SUBMITTED Christian Bowlus of Ponte Vedra tries to eat snow Sunday at an annual advent festival at Beach United Methodist Church in Jacksonville Beach. Many Beaches families enjoyed the wintery conditions created by the 8 tons of snow the church arranged for the event, which included a variety of features to kick-off the Christmas season. The snow proved to be a crowd favorite, with many friendly snowball fights breaking out. First Baptist church ladies share their best in cookbook by KATHY NICOLETTI COLUMNIST At First Baptist Church of Jacksonville Beach's Palm Sunday dinner last April, church members enjoyed the food so much that they decided they should publish a church cookbook. The covered dish dinner is a yearly tradition at the church. At this and other church events, members of the congregation bring their best dishes to enjoy with their church community. To reflect this, "Sharing Our Best" was the title cho- sen for the church cookbook which has.261 recipes from more than 80 contributors. Marty Guthrie, Ruth Schneider, Eloise Stevens, Lori Jenkins, and Denise Elliott were members of the team who put together the cookbook. One of the most popular recipes in the cookbook is likely to be Ruby Richardson's recipe for Fried Chicken. Richardson retired a few years ago after serving as the cook for the church for forty years. "Miss Ruby's" cooking was legendary at the beach and fried chicken was one of her many specialties. The cook- book committee members were delighted when she agreed to contribute her Fried Chicken recipe to the cookbook. Sunday Dinner, a recipe from Denise Dize, produces tender slices of round steak in an onion and mushroom sauce. Dize describes it as a dish that cooks on its own in the oven while she attends Sunday morning church. Big Joe's Conch Chowder from Joe Lewis, retired Jacksonville Beach' Fire Chief, is a recipe for a hearty Florida-style seafood soup. Cheese Balls made with Eloise Stevens recipe are quick to make with only three ingredients but have See RECIPES, A-10 Photo by KATHY NICOLETTI Members of First Baptist Church of Jacksonville Beach who worked on the new church cookbook "Sharing Our Best" are (from left) Lori Jenkins, Eloise Stevens, Ruth Schneider, and Marty Guthrie. The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader Page 9A W WEDDINGS LOCAL MILITARY Melissa Neu of Jacksonville and Spencer Brogden of Jacksonville Beach were mar- ried Nov. 10 at Ocean Park Baptist Church. The Rev. W.E. Towers presided at the ceremo- ny. The bride is a graduate of First Coast High School and the Florida Community College at Jacksonville. She is attending the University of North Florida and is employed as a registered nurse at Baptist Medical Center. The groom is a graduate of Fletcher High School. He is the owner of Spencer's Creations and More. Amy Neu was the maid of honor. Andrea Benton, Vivian Crawford, Jennifer Davis, Kimberly Jarrell, Tamara McKinney and Belinda Wright were the bride's attendants. Michael Waterman was the best man. Jeffrey Parsons, Steven Brogden, Phil Cressman, Kevin Ingram and Jose Martinez were grooms- men. The couple spent their hon- eymoon at the Forest Hills Mountain Resort in Dahlonega, Ga. They will reside in Jacksonville Beach. Army Pfc. Derek L. Bishop has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. He is the son of David and Laura Bishop of Jacksonville Beach and is a 2007 graduate of Fletcher High School. * 0 Navy Seaman Recruit Rudyard W. Pue, son of Judy A. Browning and Arthur J. Pue of Jacksonville, recently com- pleted U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Pue is a 2007 graduate of Sandalwood High School. BIRTH Mrs. Austin Holland Holland-Rogers Austin Nichols Rogers of Jacksonville and Rob William Holland of Pacific Palisades, Calif., were married Saturday, Dec. 1, at St. Mark's,Episcopal Church in Jacksonville. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Naughton III of Atlantic Beach and Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Sabrie Rogers of Jacksonville. She is a gradu- ate of The Bolles School and the University of North Carolina. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. John Rob Holland. He is a graduate of Episcopal High School and was a magna sum laude graduate of Wake Forest University. He is employed by CREO Capital Partners. Caroline Rogers Nichols was the matron of honor. Lindsay Lois Tygart was the maid of honor. John William Andrews IV was the best man. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Nevis, British West Indies and will reside in Pacific Palisades. FOR THE SENIORS Douglas Peacock and Stephanie Toney Stephanie Ann Marie Toney of Neptune Beach and Douglas Allen Peacock of Jacksonville have announced their engage- ment to be married. The bride-elect is the daugh- ter of Rick and Bonnie Toney of Neptune Beach. She is the niece of Earleen Shord. She is a graduate of Fletcher High School and is studying for an associate of arts degree in art history from Florida Community College at Jacksonville. She is the owner of Surfside Beads by Stephanie, Wrap Up The Beaches, and is an independent consultant for Arbonne International. The groom is the son of Frank and Carol Peacock of Jacksonville. He is a graduate of Ed White High School and is studying to earn an IT manage- ment certification from Florida Community College at Jacksonville. He is the owner of Photography by Doug, and a web designer for Sand and Surf Web Design. The couple plan to wed' in December 2008. NO-DOUGH DINNER photo submitted Diane Wright, incoming president of Navy League/Mayport Council and Capt. Aaron Bowman of Mayport Naval Station. FROM CONTRIBUTOR The Mayport Council of the Navy League provided dinner for 168 family members of local servicemen on Nov. 28. The Navy League has com- mitted to fund five more of these "No Dough" free meals, which are served twice a month at the Mayport USO Center. In recent months, the Military Officers Association of American, Mayport chapter has successfully solicited spon- sors and volunteers from sever- al military and civic organiza- tions to help the USO serve the free dinners. The dinners are popular with the families of young deployed servicemen and women, serv- ing either aboard ship or over- seas, whose financial resources are often stretched to the limit. Future dinners are scheduled for Monday, Dec. 10, and Monday, Jan. 7. The meal is served from 5-7p.m. For more information; con- tact the Mayport USO at 246- 3481. Players Community Senior Center Activities The Players Community Senior Center, 175 Landrum Lane, Ponte Vedra Beach, offers piano ,lessons with Natasha' Dorman starting at 1 p.m. Dec. 5. The class is for Beginners and costs $40 four lessons. A minimum of five students is required. Call 280-3233 to reg- ister. On Dec. 6, it's a "Salute To Broadway," with Ocean Palms Elementary students at the Senior Center. Also that day, it's Seniors vs. Crime from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and guest speak- er/author Nancy Murray will talk from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. On Dec. 11, The Players Community Senior Center partners with the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach for a Ballet & Art Extravaganza from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. The LEO Bookmobile visits the Senior Center from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Tuesdays. Call 280- 3233 for information. Coastal Community Center Activities The Coastal Community Center, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, ,offers "The Christmas Story" from 1-4 p.m. Dec. 6. The $5 ticket price also includes snacks and beverages. A Christmas Tea, with holiday music and festive refresh- ments, will be held from 1-3 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Community Center. Tickets are $10. And Dinner and a Movie, "It's A Wonderful Life," is offered from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 20. The cost is $10. Call 209-3700 for information or reservations. St. Augustine Jazz Society The St. Augustine Jazz Society, in partnership with the St. Johns County Council on Aging and Coastal Community Center, presents holiday cheer from 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Coastal .. Comypity.,,ete, 180 1 Marine St. There will be danc- ing, singing and swaying to old favorites, and maybe a few new tunes, too. Dinner, cooked by COA chefs, will be available for $10 per person. The cost includes complimentary beer and wine. The St. Augustine Jazz Society is a non-profit organization founded by a group of musicians and area residents who enjoy jazz and swing music. The evening is part of the group's outreach program. Call 209-3700 for information or to make reser- vations, Since 1946 5y5SNf- Bottled Water go green Without the Bottles GetGREATTasting, SAFE WATER Less than 150 per gallon r --- - - - - I li Reverse Osmosis 1 SPurifier with each i i| l new Kinetico I $389 Value. 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Any other related training? I grew up in South Florida, and graduated from the Uinversity of South Florida, Tampa. I just got my PACE (gifted students) endorse- ment. What prompted you to go into teaching? "I love children so much and I like to insprie them and watch them grow.. My mom says it's because I'm a big kid myself. Who was your favorite teacher while you were growing up? Why? Fifth grade, Miss Barr. She was just always so sweet and kind and had a wonderful way of making each child feel speical. I try to emulate her in my classroom. How would you charac- terize your teaching style? Most .importantly, I try to make learning fun. . My classroom encourates chil- dren to think outside the box. What do you enjoy most about teaching? I really enjoy the creative sige. I love making the centers and the hands-on activities.. . I love to see the chilreln really use what they're learn- ing. What would you like to do in the classroom if money were no object? Normally I would say tech- nology, but I have been so blessed here at Ponte Vedra to have so much technology in my room. I would love to every month transform my class- room into a learning environ- ment . I really just think that that would be really cool. What can parents do to make their child's school experience the best it can be? I think most importantly that they need to suuport the teacher and be actively involved in their child's aca- demic growth. . Again, Ponte Vedra is so supportive. I sometimes have more volun-, teers than I can use, whereas at other schools I've been, I'd be lucky to have a room mom. I really love this school. CHRISTINE SLOAN Rookie Teacher of Year had career change Third grade teacher Theresa Stevens is Rookie Teacher of the Year at Ponte Vedra-Palm Valley Elementary School. She talks about her teaching experi- ence: How long have you been teaching? How long at PVPV/Rawlings? I have been on staff here at PVPV/Rawlings since the beginning of last year. Prior to that I was a full-time sub- stitute here for a teacher who left in November 2005 to have a baby and didn't return. That's when I really knew teaching was for me. Where did you grow up? Where did you gradu- ate .college? Any other related training? I grew up in Dayton and SPer-rysburg, .0hio. .I graduat-.. ted with a BS in' health care' administration-finance and accounting from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. I completed the Educator Preparatory Institute Teacher Training Program at St. Johns River Community College here to receive my teaching certifi- cation this past spring. I have since completed my English for Speakers of Other Languages endorse- ment and am currently working on completing my reading endorsement this spring. A masters in Educational Leadership is in the plans for next year. (See, I'm still a student myself). What prompted you to go into teaching? I have always loved work- ing with both children and adults, whether through Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, church religion school or training adults how to use software programs or pre- pare reports on the job. When we moved to Florida in .2000, I wasn't working, so I volunteered in my children's schools. I was .there so much.that friends- 'told me I 'shoul 'becinie a' substitute teacher and at least get paid to be there. I took the training, and was soon called all of the time to work in our Ponte Vedra schools. I am so grateful to work in such a wonderful school. Who was.your favorite teacher while you were growing up? Why? My favorite teacher was Mrs. Betz,: my first grade teacher, because she believed in allowing stu- dents to learn in their own ways. She encouraged a fam- ily-like atmosphere in the classroom, where students helped and worked with each other, and I have tried to incorporate that in my own classroom today. How would you char- acterize your teaching style? My style of teaching can best be described as personal and community-centered. My class is comprised of many individual students who come together for a short period of their lives with a common goal of groWitfgi in their learfiing,- knowledge, personal strengths, and character. My .job is to facilitate this in any way I can. It is rare for someone to walk into my classroom and see me sitting or standing still. I believe education is very "hands-on," both from my aspect and from the stu- dents.' What do you enjoy most about teaching? I really enjoy seeing that "light bulb" of knowledge go off for the students when they understand a concept. Then they have a desire to learn more, and the quest is on! THERESA STEVENS y..t ju:, .j :r Recipes: Cabbage Crunch Salad by Guthrie Cont. from A-8 been a family favorite for many years, she said. Vegetable casserole recipes and salads are always wel- come at covered dish din- ners. "Sharing Our Best" has a variety of great recipes in these categories, including Dot Barker's recipe for Senator Russells Sweet Potatoes and Marty Guthrie,'s Cabbage Crunch Salad. Last but not least, the dessert table at most covered dish dinners always has a tempting selection of cakes, pies, candies, cookies, and fruit desserts. Lib Pope's recipe for Pound Cake, which has been a favorite at church auctions, is one of many delicious dessert recipes in "Sharing Our Best." Young Justin Jenkins was one of several children who have recipes in the cook- book. His Makeover Peanut Butter Pie combines a lower calorie creamy peanut butter filling in a chocolate cookie crust. The cookbook is $10 and can be purchased at the church office at 324 5th St. N. or from any church mem- ber. For information, call the office at 249-2314. Proceeds from the sale of the cook- book will-benefit the, church's youth department. The following recipes are from "Sharing our Best." Ruby's Fried Chicken (Ruby Richardson) 1 whole chicken 1 quart peanut oil 4 cups all purpose flour 5 shakes Louisiana hot sauce black pepper to taste 4 Tbsp. Magic Seasoning Cut chicken into pieces. In a large bowl, mix flour, pep- per and seasonings. Place chicken in bowl. Sprinkle hot sauce on chicken. Dredge chicken in flour. Put oil in deep pot or deep'fr.yer and heat oil to 350 to 370 degrees. Deep-fry the chick- en 15 to 20 minutes to a golden brown. Yield 5 to 7 servings. Sunday Dinner (Denise Dize) two and one-half lb. top round or bottom round steak 1 envelope onion soup mix 1 small can mushrooms onion, sliced thin 1 can brown beef gravy Cut steak in serving size pieces. Dredge meat in flour, salt and pepper. Lightly brown in skillet with a little oil (do not thoroughly cook). Put in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish. SPut the following ingredi- ents in this order: Sprinkle onion soup mix all over meat. Pour mushrooms (including liquid). Place sliced onions all over meat. Mix beef gravy with can of water, then pour all over meat. Note: Don't stir once everything is in dish. Cover with foil and bake at 250 degrees for 4 to 4.5 hours. This is great with mashed potatoes and veggie casse- role. "Fix this dish on Saturday night and put it in the refrig- erator (covered with foil). Sunday morning before going to Sunday School, put in oven. This is fork tender after coming home from church." Big Joes Conch Chowder (Joe Lewis) 2 lb. conch one-half lb. salt pork, finely chopped 2 medium onions, finely chopped 6 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 1 large bell pepper, finely chopped 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes, drained and chopped 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste 1 tsp. Tabasco sauce 12 bay leaves 2 T barbecue sauce 1 T oregano leaves one and one-half tsp. salt 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 2 qt. hot water 1 T vinegar 3 lb. white potatoes, peeled and cubed In an 8-quart cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat, fry the salt pork until crisp or well done. Add the onions, garlic, and green pepper. Saute until tender. Add the next 8 ingredients and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. In the con- tainer of a food processor or in a meat grinder, grind conch. In a 6 quart pot, combine 2 quarts water, vinegar, and processed conch and bring to a boil. Stir this mixture into the mixture in the Dutch oven and simmer over very low heat for 2 hours. Add cubed potatoes and simmer until potatoes are tender. Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve piping hot with saltine crackers or Cuban bread and have a selection of hot sauces for the tough guys. Pound Cake (Lib Pope) 2 sticks of butter 3 cups of sugar 3 cups of flour. dash of salt 1 tsp. vanilla one-half cup shortening 6 eggs one-half tsp. baking pow- der 1 cup milk Cream together butter, shortening, and sugar. Add eggs (one at a time). Mix together flour, baking pow- der, and salt. Alternately add flour mixture, milk, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Grease pans and lightly flour. Star in cold oven at 350 degrees. This makes 2 loaf pans or 1 large cake. Bake loaf pans for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Senator Russell's Sweet Potatoes (Dot Barker) 3 cups mashed sweet pota- toes 1 T vanilla one-half cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs Mix and pour into a but- tered casserole. Topping: 1 cup light brown sugar, packed one-half cup flour one-third cup butter 1 cup chopped pecans Mix with fork and sprinkle on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. photo SUBMITTED Members of the Nease High School unit of the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps celebrate Saturday after win- ning a spot to compete in the regional drill meet Dec. 15 in Brunswick, Ga. The unit qualified and took'first place overall ar J won a trophy in every event at a drill meet at Oiange Park High School. The unit won first place in personnel inspection, academics and unarmed basic drill; second place in unarmed exhibition drill and armed exhibition drill; third place in armed basic drill, color guard and overall push ups; Athletic Team fourth place in 16 x 100 relay; fifth place in 8 x 220 relay and overall sit ups. Nease also took the five top individual academic awards, as follows: David Towle, first; Max Beard, second; Will Zapala, third; Daniel Lyons, fourth, and Spencer Patton, fifth. Michael Medina won first place in individual armed exhibition drill, and Marina Petrova won second in individual female push ups and third in individual female sit ups. This Paper is Recyclable Qw~tinee, Food & Fun! 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"Everybody's enjoyed the kind- of-a-joint project while paint- ing together." The painting was done either at the Cultural Center or in the artists' homes. Also to be auctioned off are the centerpieces at each table at the luncheon, for which the cost was $50 per person and which is a sellout. The center- pieces consist of a bottle of wine and two handpainted glasses. "Next year we're going to repeat," said Wilson. "This is the first one. Everybody's so enthused about this, I think we'll do it again. We were sold out almost immediately, so that's pretty good." That artwork on the glasses has wide-ranging subjects. "What has been so creative about this is that I've asked everyone to come in and just do whatever they felt like doing. We have lighthouses, birds, angels, fish I mean just whimsical glasses," said Wilson. "All these artists, doing their own style, are just producing some fantastic things. We have some well-known artists in Jacksonville, and some smash- ing glasses, really," added Wilson. photo by CHUCK ADAMS Janet Wilson (right) and other artists at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach paint some of the wine glasses that will be auctioned off next week at a luncheon to benefit the center. Member exhibit a first for Cultural Center by CHUCK ADAMS STAFF WRITER Members of the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach are excited that the facility is holding an exhibit of artwork: that begins Friday and runs through Jan. 12. The differ- ence between this exhibition and all those previous is that this time it's the members' own artwork that's being exhibited. The Cultural Center's first Artist Member Exhibition starts with a public gallery opening reception from 6:30 p.m. 8 p.m. Friday, following a private reception for Renaissance Society mem- bers. Eleanor Hughes of St. Augustine,. a relatively new member at the Cultural Center, paints professionally and, shows her work at the Holborn Gallery in the Oldest City. "This is wonderful," Hughes said of what the opportunity to exhibit at the center means to her. "I have 'always admired the Cultural Center. So many things go on here, I'm really pleased to be able to be here. I think it's good to sort of spread out a little bit from St. Augustine." More than 300 members submitted art to be exhibited, and 45 pieces were selected through a juried judging process. The Best,of Show is Sydney McKenna's "Halo," an oil-on-canvas piece McKenna painted this year. Judith Stanyard of Ponte Vedra Beach, who also paints professionally, also will have photo by CHUCK ADAMS Sydney McKenna stands next to "Halo," her oil-on-canvas that won Best in Show for the Cultural Center's first members juried show, which opens Friday. one of her paintings in the exhibit. A member at the Cultural Center almost from its outset, Stanyard recently rejoined the facility. "This is the first one, of having this juried members exhibit," Stanyard said of the upcoming exhibition. "I was very excited to enter it because .we, don't, haye ,a, .J9t of vehicles to show our work. "It's nice when you live in Ponte.Vedra and can be part of the show right here. It's an opportunity. And having it at the Cultural Center, that's the plus." Stanyard, who has taken painting classes at the center, said she's been painting "a long time, since my 20s. But I did take some time off, and did other things. I really got painting again about six years ago." Jessica Ryals, an assistant .I,, iCultural ,eoter., .program director Leigh Rodante, said the members exhibit will be set up in the main gallery and down one of the hall- ways. "It pretty much started with wanting to create an artists membership, and some of the perqs that would go along with it," Ryals said of the genesis of the exhibit. "We decided, in order to kick it off, start with a juried exhi- bition to kind of bring on a variety of artists. "And that's apparent by this exhibition. It does show a variety of different tiyes o artwork. We've got every- thing from mixed-media sculpture to charcoal draw- ings to oil paintings to acrylic," she said. 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Haynes (51) and : ~ Sandcrabs I., ~4' Houston .-" ".- .-". .: .(77) trail At. _L- the'p-ayh .. -- -.... .. .. -- '- -- : '" .--, -'- :- ") -N ,- :--i; .'-"'.z: :"-"-. ', :"',.' ': -?_- ,: ,' 4.L' - by BDeANGELO "~i'' - i ~ ,Ilf~.- ..- ~~:-I- - 4. .-- -=. "9' '' _, '3 ... -'.' ' :.. ; 'I" z ] : .z 4. :,--- L '- . . . ', : : .: .. . -: -:.: -. .-: -t ,- ... -- .. .- -.- ... -. '.. -: -- :=.-" ::.f -... -_..:= -': -_:-.i -: E MacNaught returns fumble for touchdown, records three sacks as Panthers grind out a 23-13 victory over Daytona Seabreeze By JOHNNY WOODHOUSE ASSOCIATE EDITOR DAYTONA BEACH Safety valve Jared MacNaught drops down to stop the run, drops back in coverage to defend the pass and wreaks havoc on safety blitzes. A big-time ball hawk, MacNaught may be one of the best strong safeties in the state at any classification. Friday he showed why. The 5-11, 205-pound senior returned a fum- ble for a touchdown, broke up three passes and logged three sacks for minus-12 yards in Nease's grinding 23-13 triumph over Seabreeze High at Daytona,Municipal Stadium. Th'e third-round state playoff win earned the state-ranked Panthers (12-1, Class 4A No. 4) the right to host No. 5 Pace (13- 0) on Friday at Panther Stadium. Friday's winner moves on to play either top-ranked Miami Washington (12-0) or No. 2 Armwood (13-0) in the 4A state championship game Saturday, Dec. 15, at the Orlando Citrus Bowl. We got MacNaught, for one, has been down this playoff road stops and J before. A three-year starter for down put tt the Panthers, he has appeared in two previous state title early. Its a games and has started 13 state play [defe playoff games since 2005. Against previously unbeaten lead. At ha Seabreeze (12-1), MacNaught our boys, I scooped up his sixth fumble recovery of the season and his hold it. second for a score. He also broke up two passes in the end zone, including a 2-pointer. Danr On Nease's final defensive series, MacNaught, slicing in Defensive on a safety blitz, cut down Sandcrabs tailback Leroy Houston for a 5-yard loss on first down. On second-and-15, he batted away a screen pass intended for Seabreeze receiver Paul Weber. On third-and-long, MacNaught watched with pride as junior linebacker James McVeigh made an open-field tackle on Houston for a 4-yard loss that essentially put the brakes on Seabreeze's school-record season. "That was great play-calling by our coaches during that whole series," MacNaught said after the game. "They set us up for big plays there and we executed the plays on all downs. We got scared a little bit when Ted went down. We knew the defense had to step up." Alarm bells went off on the Panthers sideline when star quarterback and 4A player of the year candidate Ted Stachitas re-aggravated a knee injury with 5:30 to play before halftime. Stachitas suffered a 9-yard sack on the play, forcing a punt that led to the Sandcrabs only touchdown drive of the first half. Seabreeze cut the deficit to 16-13 on a 10- some big lared's touch- hem in a hole lot easier to nse] with a halftime, I told t's our job to iy Cowgill coordinator yard TD pass with 2:12 remain- ing in the third quarter. After icing his injured knee at halftime, Stachitas returned to lead Nease on an 11-play, 72-yard scoring drive with 5:15 left in the game. Nease's defense, led by MacNaught, closed the deal with a 3-and-out series, allow- ing the-offense to run out the final three minutes of the clock. Graham Bates scored a pair of 2-yard rushing TDs for Nease out of its super power alignment and Andrew Barker had a 37-yard field goal. The Panthers rushed for 102 yards on 41 carries, and Stachitas threw for 107 yards on 9 of 13 passing. Seabreeze was held to 70 yards on the ground and 106 through the air. Houston (1,400 total yards, 18 TDs) was limited to 48 all-purpose yards. Sandcrabs QB Troy Dannehower (1,549 passing, 536 rush) had 48 of his 52 rushing yards on one play. He was 14 of 26 passing with TD strikes of 7 and 10 yards, but no pass completions over 17 yards. "We got some big stops and Jared's touch- down put them in a hole early," said Nease defensive coordinator Danny Cowgill. "It's a lot easier to play [defense] with a lead. At halftime, I told our boys, 'It's our job to hold it.'" Offensively, the pivotal play for Nease was a 44-yard, play-action pass hookup between Stachitas and senior wide receiver Jordan Anderson (3 receptions for 67 yards). Nease had called six consecutive running plays before the backbreaker air strike, which Anderson hauled in at the Seabreeze 1-yard line. "He ran a post and we had a wheel [route] behind it," said Stachitas, who is 88 yards shy of a 2,000-yard passing season. "The safety kind of sat and lost track of Jordan and I threw it right behind him. Great play-calling and great execution is.what it takes to win." Senior placekicker Zack Cooper booted four touchbacks and a 51-yard punt. Hunter Bates had 45 return yards. Brett Russi, Ty Carzoli and John Gallagher each had a quarterback sack. Nease posted eight tackles for loss for minus-46 yards. "Our defense feeds off of big games like this," added Bates, one of three Panthers with 100 or more tackles. "We're hustling to the ball all the time. One of our rules is no loafs. We actually chart that. Nobody wants to be the loaf king." MacNaught (88 tackles) and Bates (four inter- ceptions) are not the only star performers on the Nease defense. Cover corner Graham Bates has 79 tackles, five for loss, two fumble recoveries and one pick. Down lineman Ramon Booi (64 stops) has 17 tackles for loss and four forced fumbles. Carzoli, a defensive end, has 80 stops, 13 for loss, 12 sacks, and 17 quarterback pressures. Gallagher (86) has 25 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks and 17 QB pressures. Riley Haynes has a team-high 129 stops and fellow linebacker Brian Cosgrove (73) has 18 tackles for loss and 7.5 sacks. Russi has 100 stops, including 15 for loss. McVeigh has 89 tackles. Junior down lineman Frank Souza (81 stops) has 21 tackles for loss and a team-lead- ing 21 QB pressures. STATE NOTES: No. 2 Armwood (13-0) rolled over No. 6 Tampa Plant 36-7, as senior tailback Eric Smith (1,192 rushing yards, 15 TDs) paced a 300-yard rushing effort for the host Hawks. QBs Mywan Jackson and Rob Jones also rushed for scores. Plant QB Aaron Murray (state record 51 TD passes) had a 25-yard TD run. . . _, -- . Photo by ROB DeANGELO Seabreeze safety Jonathan Scott (24) was flagged for interfering with Panthers receiver Patrick Barker (80) on this play that led to a 37-yard field goal by Nease kicker Andrew Barker. ** i~-: l i' .1 ' c-' :-. -. -. -- . , -. ...'' -- o:-.; '- .. ,, w * i . . .* _-7' -,_ -, _: ,- -_. : . ', ''.1.,- '- ,'..- : . .Fly -- i F- .i i "',J I3 7 '- '. t-]-';:,,- `.'-i .., -?. ; ., ,.~ . - ...o ; !iti : . II ~.. F-": Photos by ROB DeANGELO Sequence shows Panthers safety Jared MacNaught (21) breaking up a pass in the end zone intended for Sandcrabs receiver Carlton Kemp. MacNaught's play saved a touchdown and was key in Nease's 23-13 victory over Seabreeze in the regional championship played last Friday night in Daytona Beach. The Panthers host Pace this Friday night with the winner advancing to the state title game. -,. '.'.-T.- .,." .,. .. '' '.-.; ..'_ "' ,!I- -, ,4 . B-2 B-3 B-10 "A' * -'.- ~ ~ e jt" ., ,8 h...p FISHING Whiting, sheepshead and drum caught from the pier December 5, 2007 W hitting, sheepshead and drum have been lifted over the rails of the Jacksonville Beach Pier. Plenty of floun- der, reds and sheepshead are coming out of the creeks as well as along the rocks. Offshore, bottom fishing continues to be the talk of the bait shops and there's plenty of talk about the good action along the jetties. Last Thursday and Friday anglers on the "Mayport Princess" accounted for 40 snapper to seventeen pounds, several big grouper, six amberjack and lots of sea bass and beeliners on each Jacksonville Beach Hh Low Hi Lw 4:42am 11:11am 4:51pm 11:09pm 5:28am ll:59am 536pm 11:52pm 6:11am 12:43pm 6:19pm None 6:52am 12:34am 7:01pm 1:24pm 7:32am 1:13am 7:42 pm 2:03 pm 8:12am 1:51 am 8:22pm 2:40pm 8:52am 228am 9:02pm 3:17pm Pablo Creek Entrance High 5:59 am 6:41 am 7:22am 8:01 am 8:39 am 9:17 am 9:55 am Low High 12:01 pm 6:05 pm 12:48pm 6:48 pm 1238am 7:29pm 1:17am 8:09pm 1:53 am 8:49 pm 2:27am 9:29pm 3:00 am 10:09pm Low ll:58pm None 131 pm 2:11 pm 2:49 pm 3:23pm 3:57 pm TODAY West winds 10 to 15 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Inland waters a moderate chop. TONIGHT West winds 15 knots. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Inland waters a moderate chop. THURSDAY North winds 10 knots. Seas 2 feet or less. Inland waters a light chop. THURSDAY NIGHT Northeast winds 5. to 10 knots. Seas 2 feet or less. Inland waters smooth. -4. WIMPY SUTTON FISHING LEADER trip. Time to go bottom fish- ing. Lowell Breeding on his "PK's Mistake" with friends 5:30 am 6:12am 6:53 am 7:32 am 8:10 am 8:48 am 9:26am 732 am 8:18am 9:01 am 9:42 am 10:22 am 11:02am 11:42 am Mayport Low fm 11:28 am 5:36 pm 12:15 pm 6:19pm 12:05 am 7:00 pm 12:44am 7:40pm 1:20am 8:20 pm 1:54am 9:00 pm 2:27am 9:40pm Palm Valley Low High 12:41 am 7:41 pm 1:25 am 8:26pm 2:08 am 9:09 pm 2:50am 9:51 pm 3:29 am, 10:32 pm 4:07am 11:12pm 4:44am 11:52pm FRIDAY Southeast winds 5 to 10 knots. Seas 2 feet or less. Inland waters a light chop. FRIDAY NIGHT South winds 5 to 10 knots. Seas 2 feet or, less. Inland waters mostly smooth. SATURDAY Southeast winds 5 knots. Seas 1 foot. Inland waters smooth. SATURDAY NIGHT East winds 5 to 10 knots. Seas 2 feet or less. Inland waters a light chop. Information from AccessWeather.com and National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Rusty Borthwick and Mike Tandarich had to release 20 short snapper before they caught three larger ones they could clean. They also had good action on the sea bass. The action has really improved along the jetties. Mike Morris and David King got things started last week with their catch of 30 sheepshead and three reds. Freddy Bridges and his 8- year-old grandson Dalton Hamm caught three flounder to six pounds in their favorite creek before moving to the jetties and netting eight sheepshead. Dalton continues to catch the most fish, his grandfather said. Capt. Dave Sipler made two trips to his favorite trout spot last week. He caught over 50 trout (yellowmouth and speckled), three reds and a sheepshead on those two trips. James Gergley, Matt Hamilton and Jonathan Moran worked the river bank with finger mullet and mud minnows last Monday morn- ing and caught 15 flounder to eight pounds. On Wednesday, James with his friend Steve on the "Head Hunter" stayed in the canal and creeks to catch 10 reds, seven drum and two snooks. Jetty guide Fred Morrow with John and Wanda Cox on the "Little Yvonne" caught 19 drum to eight pounds, a pair of reds and seven sheepshead. Capt. Mike Morris with Daniel and J.J. Amonet anchored along the jetties last Sunday morning and caught seven speckled trout. The trout took live shrimp.. Larry Finch and friend Vic Tyson fished together last Sunday along the big jetties and caught their limit of sheepshead and drum. Earlier in the week, Larry fished the surf and the pier at St. Augustine. On each trip he filled his cooler with pompano, drum and whit- ing. His largest pompano weighed four and a half pounds. Walter Harris ws just one Photos submitted ABOVE: Fred Bridges and his grandson Dalton Hamm had a great day at the jetties pulling up these big flounder and sheepshead. BELOW: Isaac Robinette, visiting from Tennessee, caught this six-pound sheepshead recently from the Jacksonville Beach Pier. of the many smiling , anglers coming off the Jax Beach Pier last week with excellent catches*of whiting, sheepshead and drum. Walter caught 30 on each trip last Wednesday and Thursday. Spencer Brogden caught his limit of sheepshead aid drum on each of his trips to the Pier last week. Lewis Taylor and Scott Bennett got in on the whiting action last Sunday. They left the pier with 25 whit- ing and a dozen yel- lowmouth and blues. The pier action should be fast and furious for the next few months. Al Wiltshire and Wayne Ezell have found a special fish- ing spot near N.A.S. on the river. They pulled up 25 yellow- mouth and a dozen whiting last Sunday fishing from Al's "Sharkey's Den II." Good Fishin'. Mike Guno used fresh dead shrimp for bait to catch this 10- F pound black drum 'from the pier over the week- end. 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Here's one solution for next season: Create a dozen nation- al championships or more. One to any team that has won at least five or six games. Make Everybody happy. After all, they've created enough bowls to go around now, why not a championship for everybody? The Dogs in Athens had a good year, but good enough for No. 1? They were rated by the accepted rankers as No. 4 heading into last weekend's action. If they are better than that, let Georgia play LSU, Ohio State and Oklahoma to prove it. Of course, this would keep games going on for weeks but think of the money the schools and-television networks could make. Isn't that the name of the game now? Florida head coach Urban Meyer isn't thrilled with Orlando, but who besides net- ..AL o"'.. REX EDMONDS PRESS BOX, work TV is? On the netN shows in the morning, t weather reports on Flori mention Orlando. The r us, in Jacksonville, Mian Tampa, St. Petersburg, d( exist as far as the New Y people think. This will be the first y ages that Steve Spurrier be taking a team to a bo Super Steve will just hav satisfied staying home ar ing money from his pals the golf course. It's still 1 throw your visor on a go course. The Gator Bowl gets V and Texas Tech. Not bad .what did we expect? At both teams should bring - again, that's the nami game. Alabama is having a fi because the Liberty Bowl take the Tide. Time was ,the Bama folks thought Liberty wasn't big enough for them. How times have changed. The ACC Championship Game is up for adoption, and if.there's a soul here who does- n't know why, then he hasn't been paying attention. The spectators at last Saturday's exhibition between Boston College and Virginia Tech must have felt like they were at a private party, where only the : very exclusive were invited. There were a reported 53,212 ;ON fans in Jacksonville Municipal Stadium,, but it looked like a lot fewer. Even at that, though, it was a disappointing turnout vork to say the least. he Fifty thousand carcasses in da only an arena designed to accom- est of modate twice that many is an ni, insult. It's like marbles rattling on't around in a tin can. ork This was the third install- ment of the noble experiment ear in known as the ACC won't Championship Game, and wl. after a fair start in its first year e to be when Florida State met nd tak- Virginia Tech, the results are Son getting more embarrassing. The .egal to Noble Experiment was what )lf they called Prohibition back in the post-World War I days.and Tirginia that was a noble bust. , and This experiment is no bust least there's room for a champi- fans onship game for the Atlantic e of the Coast Conference --it just isn't in Jacksonville where one t more "classic" competes with I won't the Gator Bowl, high school when games, the Georgia-Florida the contest and Jaguars for Joe Photo by ROB DeANGELO Undoubtedly Georgia head coach Mark Richt, above with outstretched arms, believes his team should be playing for a national championship after being ranked No. 4 in the BCS poll. Public's hard-earned bucks. There is talk of moving the ACC title game to Charlotte, North Carolina, Tampa ,or even into the wilderness of Atlanta. With the traffic that city has, 50,000 fans might just wander into the stadium to see what's going on.' We shouldn't look at hosting the ACC Championship Game as something at which we've failed. The Friday luncheon and all the side attractions made everything first-rate. That. combined with the .weather, which won't be matched many places in December, should be a tribute to Jacksonville. The fans who went seemed to enjoy it. There simply weren't enough of them. When will the powers-that- be learn they're not playing with both dice if the Gators aren't one of the teams? SPRT Rmm Photo submitted Sun Deli recently earned a 20-15 victory over Angle's Subs in rec league softball. Front row: Mike Firestone, Rob Newell, David Bernstein, Bill Francisco, Jeremiah Bernstein. Back row: Eric James, Jeff Lawton, Eric Blanks, Lyle Gardner, Mark Chiarello, Danny Purdue, John Hayes, Jeff Tabb. Basketball League Registration for youth bas- ketball at the Winston Family YMCA continues. The Super Sports league is for children ages 4 to 7 of all skill levels. Fee for members is $65 and $105 f6r program par- ticipants. The Premier League is for children ages 8 to 16 and is a competitive travel program playing games against other local YMCAs. Fee is $80 for members and $130 for pro- gram participants. Forboth leagues, games begin Dec. 1'3 and 14. To register, visit the Y at 170 Landrum Lane in Ponte Vedra. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Beaches Basketball League A beaches basketball league is open to boys and girls 3' years old through 5th grade. The league starts December 29 and runs through Saturday, March 1. Play consists of an eight- game season and all players receive a T-shirt, trophy and basketball. For more information or an application, visit beachesbas- ketball.com or phone Tommy Hulihan at 349-2611. Christmas Sports Camps A sports camp will take place at St. Paul's School during the Christmas break. Camp will take place in two sessions: December 20-21 (cost is $50) and Dec. 26-28 (cost is $75). Campers will participate in team sports and age-appropri- ate activities like basketball, flag football, kick ball, tag games and more. On Fridays, all campers will receive a T- shirt, have pizza and go to Beach Bowl for bowling. For more information and an application, visit beachesbas- ketball.com or phone Tommy Hulihan at 349-2611. Fitness Camps Registration is now open for Beach Girls Fitness, an outdoor fitness program for women of all fitness levels. The fitness camp involves a total body workout designed' to help women lose weight, gain energy and-boost self- esteem. Camps take place Mbndays, Wednesday and Fridays from 5:30 a.m. until 6:45 a.m. For more information phone Pushpa Duncklee at 403-9568. or visit beachgirlsfitness.com. Heisman Voting The Jacksonville QB Club encourages football fans to participate in this year's Heisman Trophy voting. ESPN and Nissan are sponsoring a contest in which the top vote- geeter will get one official vote for the award. Fans can vote once a day until the end of the contest in early December. For complete details, visit espn.go.com/espn/contests/the heismanvote/vote. Soccer The Over Forty Soccer Club plays at the San Pablo Fields (opposite Fletcher High School) Sunday mornings.. Contact John Goetz at 654- 4832 or via e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com for more information. Sports Peformance Camp A sports performance camp for kids (ages 8 to 14) will take place Dec. 17-21 at Jacksonville Indoor Sports, 3605 Phillips Highway. Camp will include Titus Performance offering speed, strength and agility training for young athletes. There will also be skills training in basket- ball, volleyball, lacrosse, hock- ey, soccer, baseball and foot- ball. Campers should bring their own lunh and water bottle. Camp is intended for athletes seeking to advance their athlet- ic skills. For more information phone 346-3946 or register online at jaxindoorsports.com. Photo submitted Beaches Chapel School's junior varsity basketball team won its first game of the season over Guardian Lutheran, 19-18. From left: Daniel Moffitt, Joshua O'Brian, Jacob Luten, C.J. Hurst, Robert Kalin, Alan Whitaker, Alex Whitaker, Drew Godwin, Anthony Ragsdale coaches Dale Whitaker and Bob Kalin. _________ U : ^',*' . .. . . S. - : 4 :. . f '" ,', , :,.tI~ I , That's why Community GCRx"5 has been rated #1 in customer satisfaction among Medicare Part D enrollees.* Our CCRx-powered plans are built on the belief that the best way to make sure our members are satisfied is to build and support the bond they have with their community pharmacists. Who better to assist you in finding the best Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage Part D options than the local pharmacist you know and trust. 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Dr. Cade, a University of Florida physician, would ulti- mately determine that players became dehydrated during their sports participation, not- ing that some could lose as much as 18 pounds of fluid weight during the course of a three-hour game in the swamp-like conditions at Florida Field, with additional losses of blood sugar, as well as losses of sodium and chloride excreted in sweat. So basically they couldn't pee, for they had nothing left to give. With $43 in supplies, Cade began working on a replace- ment fluid that would give back players what they lost - fluids, sugars, and salts. His first brew, known as Cade's Cola was reported to taste like toilet bowl cleaner. In order to improve the taste, Cade's wife suggested some sugar and lemon-lime juice be added. . Cade's first test subjects were the freshman players, for head coach Ray Graves didn't want to hurt any. of his varsity play- ers. After none of them became sikk off the brew, its use became widespread to aid the varsity Gators, and thus Gatorade was born. The first full season that Gatorade was used was 1966, the year that Steve Spurrier GREGORY SMITH, M.D. CONTRIBUTOR won the Heisman Trophy. Unfortunately, the doctor couldn't take any credit for that, for Spurrier preferred to drink Coke on the sidelines. Opposing coaches began to notice a difference though, as the Gators became known as a second half team. After a 27- 12 loss, Georgia Tech coach Bobby Dodd said that his team lost simply because, "We did- n't have Gatorade. That made the difference." Gatorade led to the develop- ment of the $5 billion dollar a year sports drink market and has brought in over a $110 million dollars in royalties to the University of Florida, now averaging about $6 million per year. Cade also would receive a large royalty check and with the money he would fund 30 scholarships to the university each year, and help finance organ transplants for indigent patients. Since its creation, Cade was proud that the formula had changed very little, although it is now available in 50 different flavors across the world and is sold in 80 different countries, Cade said that he always thought Gatorade would be used only by sports teams and never dreamed it would be purchased by regular con- sumers. Cade continued to work for the University of Florida where he taught medicine, saw patients, and continued his research until he was 76, retiring in 2004. His research included kidney disease, hypertension, exercise physiol- ogy, autism and schizophre- nia. This past week in Jackson- ville, Dr. Robert Cade died at the age of 80 due to kidney failure. "That pee question changed my life," he once said. Keep Infections off the Team Over the last few months, there have been multiple newscasts and newspaper reports about infections caused by a specific Staph bac- terial infection called MRSA. Television reporters often . will call this a superbugg" infection. MRSA is named for Methicillin resistant Staph aureus, which describes the particular bacteria, as well as its resistance to many normal antibiotics, including Methicillin. Many are led to believe that this is some new infection that is ravaging our schools and hospitals. However, MRSA is by no means new, and in fact I wrote the following article about MRSA three years ago. MRSA is a treatable infec- tion, is now common in the general population, and is not simply spread in the hospital setting. The number one method of preventing MRSA spread is through normal washing of the hands. Given the recent increased publicity about MRSA, I did feel it was appropriate to run an "encore presentation" of the following: David is an offensive tackle, who comes off the football field, and looks to grab a moment's rest before heading back into the game. You know that he has been working hard, evidenced by some blood, sweat,' and grime that coats his skin. He grabs a towel, to at least wipe his face, and maybe dry his hands. But, then a turnover occurs, and he must jump up, run back into the game, and resume the battle in the trenches. The towel is left behind, lay- ing on the bench, waiting for ,the next player to come along, maybe to at least wipe his face, or dry his hands. It is not the most sanitary thing, but this scenario hap- pens over and over again on sidelines across the country. And infections are starting to show up as a result. A break in the skin is all it takes for bacteria to gain entry and begin the process of devel- oping an infection. When athletes share towels, equip- ment, or trade jerseys during practice, the bacteria are passed from player to player, making the situation worse. Skin infections can become much worse as well, spreading bacteria through the blood- stream, leading to pneumonia, bone infections, or abscesses, or widespread blood infections called sepsis. Over the last few seasons, high school football teams across the nation have had several players hospitalized for particularly virulent staphylo- coccus aureus, or staph infec- tions. Even elite college teams, such as The Southern Cal Trojans and members of the Miami Dolphins, have come down with these particular infections. What is most concerning for physicians is not simply the infections themselves, but the* particular strain of staph bac- teria that is causing some of these infections, a highly viru- lent and antibiotic resistant strain called MRSA. MRSA is not typically seen in infections in the general population, but is more com- mon in infections treated in the hospital setting. Common antibiotics do not work against MRSA, requiring the use of more specialized drugs. away The Centers for Disease Control also reported MRSA outbreaks occurring among teammates of a fencing club in Colorado, and a wrestling team in Indiana. The best method of treating the spread of infections is to reduce the development of the infection in the first place. Proper hygiene is a must. Players should not share tow- els, and all equipment should be cleaned thoroughly and regularly. Shower soon after games and practice, and clean up any cuts or scrapes. Should you develop any red- ness, streaking, boils or any- thing suspicious for infection, seek medical attention. This column is written to dis- cuss issues regarding sports, medi- cine, and safety. It is not intend- ed to serve as a replacement for treatment by your regular doctor. It is only designed to offer guide- lines on the prevention, recogni- tion, and care of injuries and ill- ness. Specific concerns should be discussed with your physician. Mail your questions to Gregory Smith, MD Sportsmedicine, 1250 S. 18th Street, Suite 204, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Heisman ballots cast, now the waiting game - -. : f "Ago- kip 4 - ;~ ~tN S ., S.. .. ,. Photo by ROB DeANGELO Many consider Florida QB Tim Tebow to be the front-runner for this year's Heisman Trophy. . Football Contest The Beaches Leader Ponte Vedra Leader Philip Goulet of Atlantic Beach tied with 8 out of 10 correct CIRCLE THE WINNERS and won with his tie breaker guess of 51. S AR NFrGAM-Ek' EnR i : Go online to www.beachesleader.com or www.pontevedraleader.com to enter clip this out and return to Leader office at 1114 Beach Blvd. Original form or hard copy only. No mechanical repro- ductions accepted. Deadline: 5 p.m. on Friday Rules: Employees and their fami- lies are not eligible to play. Judges' decision is final. 1. Carolina at Jacksonville 2. Dallas at Detroit 3. Miami at Buffalo 4. San Diego at Tennessee 5. Tampa Bay at Houston 6. Indianapolis at Baltimore 7. Pittsburgh at New England 8. Arizona at Seattle 9. N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia 10. Oakland at Green Bay Tie Breaker: Panthers at Jaguars (total points) (total points scoredd in the Jaguars game will be. used tp decide ties,)' OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: E-MAIL ADDRESS: FROM STAFF Today is the deadline for the country's 925 Heisman Trophy voters to cast their ballots for the 2007 award. Voters include sports writers and others involved in cover- age of Division. college foot- ball. The accounting firm of . D-eloitte tabulates the Heisman ballots and the top five vote- getters will be invited to New York City for the award's pres- entation on Saturday night at the Downtown Athletic Clu: '. The Heisman Trophy is col- lege football's highest individ- ual honor and is awarded to the nation's most outstanding player. It appears this year's race has come down to two candidates: Arkansas running back Darren McFadden and Florida quarter- back Tim Tebow. McFadden, a junior, finished second last year to Ohio State quarterback Troy Smith. Tebow, who led Nease High School to a state champi- onship in 2005, could become the first sophomore in history to take home the coveted award. I The Gators QB became the first player in NCAA history to YA L thrown for 20 touchdowns a Y and run for 20 in the same Fiu 4ul Fnui season. IS YOUR PET'S HAIR EVERYWHERE? TIME FOR A HAIRCUT! BATH HOUSE PET GROOMING / upr pes5 iLL Y ( 1 SERVING THE BEACHES * ALL BREEDS GROOMING * LARGE DOGS & CATS, TOO! * $5 TOOTHBRUSHING * CONVENIENT HOURS FOR WORKING PARENTS (q04) 24-1-3213 3 415sk Ofve. 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Fundraiser ?s $15.00 Dinner Bring a Toy or Canned item Call: 241.9420 for more information The Ritz Bar. *Paco's Mexican Restaurant Fionn McCool's Lynch's Irish Pub Liliana's Hair Studio The Body Gallery Beaches Art Walk December 11, 2007 5-9 Rain or shine www.jaxbeachesartwalk.org Galleria di arte dolphin Depot Resaurant BrixTap House Happy Stefano's Pizzeria Beaches Museum and Historical Center Open Mike Night 803-3085 i.-M Pare 4BR ugc __. -----,-- I t e December 5, 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Yuletide Swing The St. Johns River City Band will perform a "Yuletide Swing" concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Jacksonville Public Library Auditorium. Admission is free. Holiday Concert The Don Thompson Chorale per- forms a joint holiday concert with the First Coast Wind Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Terry Hall, Jacksonville University, 2800 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville. Call 358-0196 for infor- mation. Christmas Luncheon The Sawgrass Players Club Women's Association will have a Christmas luncheon at 11 a.m. Dec. 6 at the Marsh Landing Country Club. Pianist Stephan Fennell will entertain. Holly Ball The black tie Holly Ball, major fund raiser for the Ponte Vedra Woman's Club, will be held Dec. 7 at TPC Sawgrass. Money raised goes to local charities. The event begins at 7 p.m. with cocktails; dinner starts at 8 p.m. The cost is $125 per person. There will be tables of eight or 10. The evening will have a holiday theme, along with silent and live auctions. Contact Margaret Lane at 280-0871 or Fran Shields at 285-6108 for reservations. First Artist Member Holiday Exhibition The Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach, 50 Executive Way, holds its first Artist Member Holiday Exhibition from Dec. 7-Jan. 12. Opening night, Dec. 7, from 6:30-8 p.m., will be free to the community. For information, visit www.ccpvb.org, Nutcracker Ballet The Nutcracker Ballet benefiting Dreams Come True will be held at Christ Church in Ponte Vedra Dec. 8. Call 285-6127 for information. Shop-n-Drop Children are invited to the Adele Grage Theatre in Atlantic Beach for a holiday party from. 2-6 p.m. Dec. 8. Activities are provided for the kids, who are supervised by city staff while parents take time to shop in Town Center. SANTA OPEN HOUSE/FUND RAISER Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary, 1860 Starratt Road, Jacksonville, will hold its Santa Open House/Fund raiser from noon-6 p.m. Dec. 15. Santa and his elves will be available for photos, and lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, foxes and serval will be on view. Tours are $10 per person for 7 years and older, $5 for ages 3-6, and free for ages 2 and younger. Call 757-3603 for information. Holiday Regatta of Lights The 27th annual Holiday Regatta of Lights will be held in St. Augustine at 6 p.m. Dec. 8. Visitors and residents may view the boat parade, along the Entire Avenue de Menendez bayfront and seawall, from the grounds of the fort, the Bridge of Lions and from the eastern shore of the bay. For informa- tion, call the St. Augustine Yacht Club at 824-9725 or visit www.sayc2000.com. Holiday Sing-Along A Holiday Sing-Along will be held. from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 8 in Bull Memorial Park. The event is free. Cookies and light refreshments will be served. There will also be a snow machine and visit from Santa. Sugar Plum Fantasies Children will be treated to a morn- ing at Roy's, 2400-101 S. 3rd St., Jacksonville Beach, at 11 a.m. Dec. 8. Children will be able to create their own Hawaiian gingerbread house with the help of Roy's pastry chef. The cost is $25 per child. For information, call 241-7697. Holiday for Jazz A "Holiday for Jazz" concert will be held Dec. 8 in the Palms Presbyterian Church Sanctuary, 3410 3rd St., Jacksonville Beach. Call 246-6427 for information. Snow and Ice in Forecast The St. Augustine Amphitheatre has been transformed into a Winter Wonderland and will be that way through Jan. 6. *Ice Skating: The first real outdoor ice skating rink in St. Augustine's his- tory will be open daily from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (private lessons and field trips will be offered through Dec. 7, and Dec. 10-14) and each night from 6-10 p.m. It'll cost $8 to skate and $2 to rent skates. Call 904-471-1965 to schedule private or group lessons. .*Theatre: Theatre Saint Augustine presents its original adaptation of O'Henry's "Gift of the Magi." The presentation runs through Jan. 6. Showtimes are 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturdays; with matinees at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday. . Snow: It will snow every night at 9 p.m. Magic snow can be purchased to throw at one another. *Sleigh Rides: $10 for adults and $4 for children. Sleighs glide past Southern Red Cedar, Magnolia and Oak trees adorned in holiday lights with views of Notina's Pond. *North Pole Visit: Santa will chitchat about elves, gifts and cookies and be available for visits from 3-7 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 23. *Elf Village: Who can build the best elf house? Contestants can showcase an elf house in the elf village. Creative freedom is encouraged. Houses are 8x10 feet with a 4-foot door. *Holiday Shopping: Shoppers can meet featured artisans, browse unique products, pick up holiday decorations and have fun while completing a hol- iday shopping list. *Good tastes and smells: Fire pits for smores, hot chocolate, apple cider, homemade cookies and a wide variety of food and holiday treats will be available throughout "Winter Wonderland." *Community: "Winter Wonderland" will host free events at 6 p.m. on the following days: Tuesdays-Dec. 11 and and Dec. 18: Storytelling with Kaye Burns (St. Wednesday, Dec. 5 Beaches Watch: Beaches Watch meets at 7 p.m. in the Administrator's Conference Room at Fletcher High School, 700 Seagate Ave., Neptune Beach. The meeting is open to the public. Call 513-9242 or visit www.beacheswatch.com. Holiday Party: The Ponte Vedra Chamber of Commerce's Holiday Party will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Summer House Clubhouse, 700 Ocean Place, Ponte Vedra Beach. The event is free to chamber members, who should bring a $15 gift to share with fellow members. Santaland Diaries: "Santaland Diaries". is on stage through Dec. 8 at the Limelight Theatre, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine. Showtimes are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $20. For information, call 825-1164. Thursday, Dec. 6 Beaches Kiwanis: The Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville Beaches meets at noon at Selva Marina Country Club. The speaker will be from the USO. The cost to non-members is $15. For information, call club president Neil Powell at 343-3571 or visit www.beacheskiwanis.com. Lifestyle Realtors: Lifestyle Realtors christens its new office at Beaches Town Center, 200 First Street, Neptune Beach, from 5-8 p.m. by pop- ping the cork to show appreciation for past and present customers. RSVP via e-mail to email@example.com or by calling 241.0855. RWCDF December Luncheon: The RWCDF December Luncheon will be held at the Florida Yacht Club, 5210 Yacht Club Road, Jacksonville. The event begins with a social gathering at 11:30 a.m., followed by a meeting at noon. Special guest will be former Jacksonville Jaguar Tony Boselli. RWCDF 2008 elections will be held and gifts collected for the foster children of Duval and children of the Justice Coalition. The cost is $30; reservations are required. Call Cindy Graves at 448-0801. SPCWA Christmas Lunch: The Sawgrass Players Club Women's Association holds its annual Christmas Luncheon starting at 11 a.m. at Marsh Landing Country Club. Entertainment will be provided by pianist Stephen Fennell. Friday, Dec. 7 Art with A Heart: Classic Blends of St. Augustine sponsors a silent auction for charity from 5 p.m.-midnight. Proceeds go to Art with A Heart, a non-profit organization committed to providing hospitalized children with an oppor- tunity.for expression and creativity through fine art instruction. There also will be live music. Evening at San Pablo: San Pablo Elementary School's PTA Silent Auction and Spaghetti Dinner will be held from 6-9 p.m. to raise funds for a playground renovation project and other programs at San Pablo. The school is at'801 18th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. The public is wel- come to attend and bid on auction items. A spaghetti dinner, bake sale and Starbucks coffee will be available for purchase. Saturday, Dec. 8 A1A Annual Christmas Party: The A1A Annual Christmas Party at Cliffs at The Beach to benefit the USO will be held starting at 6:30 p.m. The day also is Jimmy Buffett Day In Jacksonville. Entertainment will be provided by Jim Morris and the Big Bamboo Band. Attendees are asked to bring a new toy to be distributed to the USO. American Ballroom: American Ballroom and Contemporary Dance Association, Inc., meets at Bolero's Ballroom, 10131 Atlantic Blvd., Doors open at 7:30 p.m.,, with the dance starting at 8 p.m. There will be no lessons this month. The evening, which is a BYOB event with a formal or club dress code, offers a live band, free setups and snacks. Guest admission is $12. For infor- mation and reservations, call 246 2858. Shelby's in December: A variety of activities take place in and around Shelby's Coffee Shoppe in Neptune Beach this month. Music in the Courtyard will be heard at Shelby's Dec. 8, with U4EA playing from 7-10 p.m. An art exhibition by Rachelle Moes kicks off from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 14. And the North Beaches Art Walk will be held Dec. 20. Monday, Dec. 10 American Legion: The next monthly meeting of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 316; 1127 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, will be at 8 p.m. For information, call 247-0202 or 241-8271. Beaches Integrated Social Services: The Beaches Integrated Social Services monthly net- working meetings, formerly held at 1st Missionary Baptist Church in Jacksonville Beach, resume Dec. 10 at a new location. The resumption meeting will be from 10:30 a.m.- noon at South Jacksonville Beach Community Center, 2508 South Beach Parkway. Guest speak- ers will be Michael Cochran of the Sulzbacher Center, who will talk about the Hope Van, and Gloria Evans McNair of the Duval County Health Department, whose topic will be the ado- lescent pregnancy prevention program, "It's a Family Affair." Future meetings are planned Jan. 14 and Feb. 11 and will be sponsored by Beaches Resource Center and Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM). Call Linda Hemphill at 270-8200, ext. 14. Leave 'em Laughin': The December meeting of the "Leave 'em Laughing" Tent, the Jacksonville chapter of- the International Laurel & Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a Sons of the Desert), will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Pablo Creek Branch Library, 13295 Beach Blvd., between Kernan and Hodges Boulevards. Admission is free to all ages; free light snacks and sodas will be served. The movies to, be screened are the 1933 Popeye cartoon, "Seasin's Greetinks!"; the silent Laurel & Hardy short sub- ject, "Big Business" (1929); and the Laurel & Hardy feature, "March of the Wooden Soldiers" (1934). For information, call Steve Bailey at 246- 0312 or visit the Tent's website at www.leaveem- laughing.com. Page 5B ;-CALENDAR, . . . . . . . Johns County Public Library event) Thursday-Dec. 6: The Battersby Duo (St. Johns County Public Library event) Thursday-Dec. 13: Short Story Contest (St. Augustine Record event) Wednesday-Dec. 26: Kwanzaa Celebration with Xhabbo (St. Johns County Public Library event) Thursday-Jan. 3: Mark Allan Magician (St. Johns County Public Library event) Winter Wonderland family passes are $60 and include 10 skating passes. Winter Wonderland is sponsored by the Tourist Development Council, WSOS and St. Johns County Public Library System. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is at 1340C A1A South. For information, visit www.staugampiitheatre.com or call 904- 471-1965. Holiday Favorites at IMAX Advance tickets are available for two holiday favorites, "The Polar Express" and "Happy Feet," which are returning to the IMAX big screen for the winter season. "The Polar Express" opens Dec. 14 and "Happy Feet" begins Dec. 17. Tickets to both can be purchased at www.wgv.com. The features run through Jan. 6. Tickets for each are $10 for adults. with discounts for children, military, seniors and students. A complete film schedule, as well as additional ticket information, can be obtained on-line at www.wgv.com or by calling 904- 940-IMAX (4629). Tickets also can be purchased at the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater box office. St.Johns County Festival of Trees The third annual St. Johns County Festival of Trees runs to Dec. 9 at the County Convention Center, adjacent to the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village. The event, free and open to the public, showcases trees and wreaths decorated by businesses, organizations, families and friends in the community. The festival is open daily from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. the final day, Dec. 9. Trees will be part of a silent auction, with all proceeds raised going directly to two St. Johns County-based charities. For information on the Festival of Trees or to obtain a commitment form, call 940-4010 or 'go to www.wgv.com. m. % H nI S~ wI ( a FN Ul The Beaches Leader/ er ra--- ---- ----------- --- December 5, 2007 'SOOTHING SOUNDS' Photo submitted Linda Grenville and musicians perform soothing music for those entering Tranquil Waters during the most recent North Beaches Art Walk. The walk puts local artists, musicians and the public together and is held the third Thursday of every month. More than 200 people attended the pro- gram, which featured a children's booth, hosted by the Jacksonville Watercolor Society. The December 20 Art Walk will feature Holiday and Christmas music with venues for the children. Merchants from Town Center and the surrounding area participate. Social service meeting to focus on pregnant teens, homeless FROM STAFF The Beaches Integrated Social Services monthly net- working meetings will resume Monday. The meeting will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the South Jacksonville Beach Community Center, 2508 South Beach Parkway in Jacksonville Beach, at the corner of Osceola and South Beach Parkway, next to the fire station. Michael Cochran of the. Sulzbacher Center will speak on the Hope Van, a mobile street outreach ministry servy, ing the homeless In jddition,- Gloria Evans McNair of the Duval County Health Department will speak on ado- lescent pregnancy prevention program. Holiday refreshments will be served. Future meetings are being planned and will be held on the second Monday of the month and will be sponsored by the Beaches Resource Center and Beaches Emergency Assistance Miriistry (BEAM). The meetings were previously hosted at 1st Missionary Baptist Church in Jacksonville Beach and sponsored by the Beaches Neighborhood' :Piartnership for; theProtection of Chlidren. Depression during the holidays can have many different triggers, causes by LIZA MITCHELL STAFF WRITER The air grows colder. The days grow shorter. Twinkly lights line the streets and festive carols are piped through every store. For most, these are the welcoming beacons of the holidays. But for those suffering from depression, they signal a painful time of year. "December can be a depressing time for some people," Virginia Smith, president of the local chapter of Depression Bipolar Support Alliance. Stress is a common trigger of holiday depres- sion. The pressure of holiday shopping, finan- cial strain, family and work commitments com- bined with daily responsibilities can take an emotional toll on some people. Family situations including divorce, death, separation and remarriage can also play a signif- icant role. "There is an increasing body of knowledge that says the holidays are a period of time that is, for many, stressful at the least and for others, downright depressing," Dr. Richard Boyum said on SelfCounseling.com. Managing time wisely and setting reasonable goals ranging from holiday visits to mailing of Christmas cards can minimize the effects of the holiday depression. Limiting the price of gifts and drawing names can also help cut down on the stress. "The Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday sea- son occurs during the time of year when there are the fewest number of hours of daylight." Known as seasonal affective disorder SAD is a specifier of major depression that can reoccur at certain times of the year, usually in the win- ter. "SAD is a diagnosable mental health disorder that may require treatment. If you regularly experience a significant, lasting, downturn of mood when the weather gets colder and day- light lessens, then you should consider consult- ing a health professional to discuss your symp- toms," said Douglas Jacobs, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard med- ical School. These seasonal episodes often mimic depres- sive or bipolar disorders, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Depression generates a series of symptoms including a persistent sad, anxious or empty mood, disrupted sleep patterns, changes in weight and appetite, loss of pleasure in activities once enjoyed, chroriic physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, feelings of hope- lessness, worthlessness and guilt and thoughts of suicide. With SAD, symptoms may include increased appetite, excessive sleeping, chronic fatigue, inability to maintain a regular lifestyle schedule, weight gain and a lack of interest in social inter- actions described as "a hibernation during the winter months" by those crippled by the disor- der. According to the website psychologyinfo.com, symptoms must be pres- ent for two consecutive years without any occurrences of non-seasonal depression to be properly diagnosed as SAD. "Researchers are still -trying to determine if this is a separate disorder or simply the mani- festation of recurrent major depression," the site notes. "Is the depression caused by a decrease in sun- light, by colder weather or by the increased iso- lation and stress of coping with the winter monthss" Researchers contend that the decreased expo- sure to the sun throughout the winter months can trigger SAD. Walking outdoors is a recommended method for alleviating "cabin fever." Productive activi- ties such as reading can also be done in con- junction with light therapy. Medical professionals suggest rearranging your home or office to maximize exposure to the sun. Depression affects more than 19 million Americans each year and is the leading cause of disability in the country. Fewer than half of those diagnosed with depression seek treatment but studies show that more than 80 percent of those who do seek treatment show improve- ment. "Getting screened or evaluated is a smart, sen- sible way to take care of your health and ensure that you can enjoy the pleasures of the season," Jacobs said. Notes Boyum, "Remember the spirit of the holidays. Our major holidays involve some very special messages that we need to remember," he said. "However great or small, there are things to be celebrated." For information and tips visit www.DepressionIsReal.org. Wednesday Art Association: The Pablo Towers Art Association meets from 12:30-3 p.m. Call 246- 4158 for information. Cancer Support Group: The Cancer Support Group at Baptist Medical Center Beaches meets at 6 p.m. at the Florida Cancer Center in Medical Office Building B on the hospi- tal campus. Call 247-2910 for information. Man to Man: Man to Man meets on a quarterly basis at Baptist Medical Center Beaches, Jacksonville Beach. Man to Man is an education and support program for peo- ple dealing with or interested in learning about prostate can- cer, while at the same time pro- viding a forum for survivors who can offer support and encouragement to those newly diagnosed. For information about Man to Man, call the American Cancer Society at 249-0022. Music Appreciation: The Jewish Community Alliance brings music to life the second Wednesday of each month. Music appreciation will be held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The annual fee is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. JCA is located at 8505 San Jose Blvd. For information, call 904-730- 2100, ext. 221. Ribault Garden Club: The Ribault Garden Club holds "Fun with Flowers" the second Wednesday of the month, October through April, in its clubhouse at 705 2nd Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. A different flower designer appears each month. Everyone who attends goes home with a floral arrangement. The cost is $15 per person. For information or to make a reservation, call 246- 4641. Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Baptist Beaches East Pavilion. Enter left of Main Entrance. For information, call 704- 4782. Toastmasters of Pote Vedra: Toastmasters of Ponte Vedra meets from 7:30-8:45 a.m. in the administration building of the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club. Coffee is served. For more information, call Michael Steele at 904-910-1982 or visit http://pontvedrabeach.free- toasthost.net. Yoga for Health: Yoga for Health & Healing is offered from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center. The class is designed for those reluctant to attend a regular class but want to learn the fundamentals of yoga. For information, contact Leslie Lyne at the Senior Activity Center, 270-1688, or call the teacher, Nancy Rathburn, at 386-6453. Thursday Kiwanis Beaches: Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville Beaches meets at noon at Selva Marina Country Club, 1600 Selva Marina Drive, Atlantic Beach. Visit www.beacheskiwanis.com for information. Nightlife at the Cummer: Nightlife at the Cummer, for- merly Cafe Nights, is held from 7 to'10 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville. The event is free to members and $8 for non- members. For information, call 899-6025. Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Coastal Baptist Church (Rear), 750 Girvin Road. For informa- tion, call 220-2939. Republican Club of Beaches: The Republican Club of the Beaches meets the second Thursday of the month at the Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach. The evening begins with a 6:30 p.m. social, fol- lowed by a 7 p.m. meeting. For information or membeTship, call Scott Chestnut at 536- 7671. Friday Brown Bag Lectures: Brown Bag Lectures take place from noon to 1 p.m. the first Friday of each month at the GTM Reserve Environmental Education Center, 505 Guana River Road. Attendees should bring lunches and questions. The lectures are free and open to the public. For information, call 904-823-4500. Exchange Club: The Exchange Club of the Jacksonville Beaches meets from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Selva Marina Country Club, 1600 Selva Marina Drive, Atlantic, Beach. The club website, for information about speakers and programs, is www.j axbeachexchangeclub.c om. For information about the club or to join, contact Jack Morison at 904-318-7162 or at jmorison@jaxbeachexchange- club.com. Fletcher Alums: A Fletcher alumni group meets at 11:45 a.m. the second Friday of every month at Gene's Seafood restaurant on Penman Road in Jacksonville Beach. MS Support: A multiple scle- rosis support group meets from 1:30-3:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month 'at the Beaches Public Library, 600 Third Street, Neptune Beach. Friends and family are welcome. For information, call Diana Lain at 246-8841. Ocean Waves Quilters: The Ocean Waves Quilters meet at 10 a.m. the second Friday of the month at Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church. The groups makes quilts for Hospice. For information, call- Marylou Seeger at 273-2796. Recovery, Inc.: Recovery, Inc., a mental health support group,.meets at 6:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church's Family Life Center, 578 1st Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. Call 247-3299 for information. River City Singles Clult The River City Singles Club, Inc., a chapter of the Singles Association of Florida (SAF), holds a dance from 8-11 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1501 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville. Admission is $8, $7 for members. Live music, snacks and refreshments are provided. For information, call 779-1234. Yoga at Cobalt Moon: ';,'!'B.uilding4 Your Practice" is offered at Cobalt Moon for those interested in deepening their yoga practice with new postures, breath and body awareness. The class is held from 9-10 a.m. For informa- tion, call program director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867 or visit the Cobalt Moon Gift Shop. Saturday Adopt-A-Rescued-Kitty: Kittens and cats that have been veterinarian-checked and test- ed, and that have shots and been neutered, are available for adoption from noon-6 p.m. at PetCo at Atlantic and Kernan boulevards. American Ballroom: The American Ballroom and Contemporary Dance Association meets at 8 p.m. the second Saturday of the month at Bolero's, 10131 Atlantic Blvd. Guest admission is $12. Call 246-2858. Contra Dance: "Contra Dance" at Cobalt Moon Water Studio is offered from 8-11 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. It's for regulars and newbiess." The caller, Charlie Dyer, introduces and breaks down each dance before start- ing so no experience is neces- sary. Live music is provided by Full Circle, and refreshments are available. Call Kristen at 525-5867 for information. First Coast Romance Writers: First Coast Romance Writers meets from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month. Meetings are free and open to the public. Visit www. firstcoastromancewrit- ers.com/workshops.htm for details on upcoming work- shops League of Storytellers: The Beaches League of Storytellers meets at 10:30 a.m. every sec- ond Saturday from September to May at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. The sub- ject for this season will be "Florida." The public is invited. Call Nancy Avera at 874-9270. Lupus Support Group: Monthly lupus support group meetings will be held Dec. 8, Jan. 12 and Feb. 16. All meet- ings will run from 1:30-3 p.m. For information, contact Nancy or Glenn Asbell at firstname.lastname@example.com or call the support group at 904-384- 3009 and leave a message. The call will be returned. Overeaters Anonymous: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 9:30 a.m. every Saturday at Christ Episcopal Church, Ponte Vedra Beach. For infor- mation, call 632-9301. SIG: The NFMUG Beaches Macintosh Special Interest Group (SIG) meets at 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Beaches Branch Library, 600 Third St. N., Neptune Beach. All meet- ings are open to the public. Yoga for Athletic Enhancement: "Yoga for Athletic Enhancement" is held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Cobalt Moon Center, Neptune Beach. The class, taught by Michael and dedicated to those pursuing athletic goals, will help improve quality off life. For information, call pro- gram director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867 or visit the Cobalt Moon gift shop. Sunday Breathing For Peace: Breathing For Peace, an intro- ductory meditation class, is offered from 1-2 p.m. at Cobalt Moon Center, Sky Studio, 217 First St., Neptune Beach. Taught by instructor Carol Lutker, the class teaches meth- ods of breathing meditation to help increase relaxation and concentration while bringing health benefits and inner well- being. The fee is $50 for six weeks or $9 per session. Call 386-793-3013 for information. Buddhist Teaching and Guided Meditation: Each Sunday, from 10-11:30 a.m., a different topic applicable to "improving daily life is taught by Buddhist teacher Carol Lutker at Cobalt Moon Center, 217 First St., Neptune Beach. The donation is $9, $5 for stu- dents. For information and other class times, call 386-793- 3013. Depression Support: Depression Bipolar Support Alliance-Jacksonville Beaches meets at 5:30 p.m. at Beaches Medical Center, 1350 13th Ave. S. Visit www.dbsajax.org fpr formationn ., -, ., 'Free Yoga and T"ai Chi: Free Yoga, from 10-11:15 a.m., and T'ai Chi, from 11:30 a.m.- noon, will be held with Cobalt Moon instructors. The sessions are open to all levels in Cobalt Moon Center's Water Studio. Call Kristen at 525-5867. Twin Heart Meditation Group: This group meets from 4-5 p.m. at Peaceful Journey in North Shore Plaza, Atlantic Beach. Global meditation from Pranic Healing focuses on creating planetary healing and world peace, which begins within. Love offerings are accepted. Call Diane at 382- 5823 for information.. Monday Atlantic Beach Women's Connection: Atlantic Beach Women's Connection meets the first Wednesday of each month at Selva Marina Country Club. All are wel- come. For information, go to email@example.com. Beaches Business Association [BBA]: The Beaches Business Association meets at noon at the Jacksonville Beach Golf Club, 605 Penman Road S. Annual dues are $35, and each buffet lunch costs $7. There are no other meeting fees. This month's guest speakers are Cathy Parker on Dec. 10, talk- ing about Football Turf for Alaska, and Stan Miller of H&R Block on Dec. 17, speaking about Investment Tax. Meetings won't be held Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. Visit www.jaxbba.com. Beaches Watch: Beaches Watch meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Its meetings are open to the pub- lic. For information, call 513- 9242 or visit www.beach- eswatch.com. Career Cabal: Jane Wytzka, a career and executive coach, hosts a job seekers group, Career Cabal, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. every Monday at Shelby's Coffee Shop, 200 First Street North, Neptune Beach. The cost to attend is $10. For-infor- mation, visit www.janewytz- ka.com. Kripalu Yoga: "Yoga: A Focus on the Body," a basic/interme- diate class that focuses on a specific area of the body each week, meets from 9-10 a.m. at Cobalt Moon. For information, call program director Kristen DiCarlo at 525-5867. MEETINGS Remembrance cruise for Parl Harbor departs from Mayport station Jacksonville area veterans will spend a day at sea aboard USS John L. Hall (FFG-32) Dec. 7 in remembrance of those lost during the 1941 attack at Pearl Harbor. Sponsored by the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 290, this annual commemo- rative service has been a Mayport tradition since 1966. Guests from various veterans' organizations, including Pearl Harbor sur- vivors, are expected to attend this year's observance. Ceremonies will include a Memorial -service. with a /wreath-laying. , .. ' LOCAL HELP AVAILABLE A depression and bipolar support group meets at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at Baptist Medical Center Beaches at 1350 13th Avenue S. in Jacksonville Beach. 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Rental VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS 5 acres riverfront on Big Reed Island Creek near New River State Park; fishing, view, private, good ac- cess, $89,500 (866)789-8535. 3-35 ACRE tracts near Mountrie, GA. Wooded acreage with lots of paved road frontage. $8,000 per acre. 'Call Norris Bishop Realty @ (229)890-1186. ALL REAL Estate advertised'herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal, to adyeriPeny preference, limitation 'or disciin or- based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national ori- gin, or the intention to make any such preference, Imitation or discrimination. The Leader Group will not knowingly ac- cept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All per- sons are hereby informed that all dwell- ings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. If you believe that you may have been discriminated against in connection with the sale, rental or financing of housing, call the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development -HUD- 1(800)669-9777, or for the hearing im- paired 1(800)927-9275. EAST OF 3RD Neptune: 1 1/2 blocks to ocean, 50x110ft, $419,900. S. Jax Bch: 1/2 block to ocean, 40x65ft, $375,000. Call 716-8455. VILANO BEACH, FSBO, 3BR/2BA w/ga- rage. 1 block to beach. Large fenced yard. (WOW) Only $284,000. (904)228-7630. 8am to 7pm. VIRTUAL OPEN House Stop wasting gas We're open online! Buy a home and get free gas for a year www.gas4oneyear.com Phyllis Stalnes, Realtor 904-476-SOLD RE/MAX Coastal Real Estate NEPTUNE BEACH, 4/2, 1500sf, within 4 blocks to beach, corner lot, 70x118, $40,000 under appraised value. 454 Lora St. Asking $349,900. 662-6522. SOUTHSIDE AREA, 3/1 C.B. home, 10,000sf lot, new everything! Windows to Travertine. Call Elizabeth 415-5454. Real- ty Executives of Ponte Vedra, Inc. ATLANTIC BEACH, CUTE 3/2 w/pool, pri- vacy fence. $400,000, 376 Seminole Rd., 613-6199. WATERFRONT PONTE VEDRA SACRIFICE 3/2 on Intracoastal Waterway- Fabulous "Old Florida" tree cover, dock, to be sacri- ficed at $795,000. 535-9915 broker/ own- er. PONTE VEDRA BEACH * Nice 3/2, garage, fenced yard, screened porch, new roof, hardwood floors. Only $199,900. You'll be moving soon, if you just call June @ 994-3608, Remax Ad- vantage. AFFORDABLE ATLANTIC BEACH 3BR/2BA townhouse, 1400sf, mint condi- tion; financing available regardless of credit. Zero money down. Zero points/ closing. Payments, $920/mo. includes mortgage, taxes, & insurance. $159,900. Will co-op. Call 333-4641. JAX BEACH. 5BR/2BA, 2300sf On 2 lots. New roof, heat pump, plumbing & siding. $360,000 OBO. 249-8637. Pets & Animals Service Guide cont. 300 Pets 648 Pressure Washing 310 Pets for Sale 650 Painting 330 Stables/Livestock 651 Pest Control 340 Lost/Found Pets 652 Plumbing Announcements 653 Pools 400 Notices' 654 Photography 405 Travel 655 Rain Gutters 415 Personals 660 Remodel/Const. 420 Legal Services 665 Repairs 425 Legal Notices 670 Roofing 440 Misc. Lost/Found 675 Sprinkler,& Wells 450 Instructions/Schools 677 Tree Service 460 Weddings 678 Tile Employment 680 Upholstery 500 P-T Help Wanted 685 Wallpapering 510 F-T Help Wanted 690 Water Treatment 520 Job Services Health Services 530 Bus. Opportunity 700 Massage Therapy 540 Child Care 710 Health Care Serc. 550 Work Wanted 730 Caregivers 555 Career/Seminars For Sale Service Guide 800 For Sale 600 Services 600 Services 805 Music & Instr. 601 Air Conditioning 810 Antiques 602 Alterations 815Auctions 607 Auto/Boat Detailing 820 Wanted to Buy 608 Auto Repair 825 Trade 609 Bus. Services 830 Consignment 830 Consignment 612 Carpet 613 Catri Garage Sales 615 Cleaning 840 Garage Sales 615 Cleaning 85Jax Beach 618 Electronics 850 ax Beach 619 Electrical Services 852 Neptune Beach 620 Equip. Rentals 854 Atlantic Beach 622 Fences 856 Mayport 623 Finan. Services 857 Ponte Vedra 625 Firewood 858 West Beaches 631 Computer Services 859 Jacksonville 634 Lawn Mower 860 Flea Market Services 862 Estate Sales 635 Lawn Svc/ Transportation Landscpg 905 Auto Rental 636 Locksmith 915 Boats 637 Marine Const. 930 Motorcycles 638 Marine/Boating 950 Campers/RV's 640 Concrete/Masonry 970 TrucksNans 645 Moving & Storage 980 Automobiles DOCKABLE LAKEFRONT w/log cabin on- ly $89,900. Fish from your front porch (2100 sqft. log home package) on wooded lakefront in park-like setting. Gorgeous Tennessee lake in private community. Excellent financing. Call now (888)792- 5253 x1650. U .707 Osborne Street r 3',676 Sq. Ft. Great Investment Opportunity In Downtown St. Marys, Ga. This property was recently rezoned from C-2 to C-1. Please call 912-882-4927 for more information or to view the building. r; rv ^Asking S$325,000 PONTE VEDRA, TPC Sawgrass, Bermu- da Court, 2BR/2BA. $60K renovation: granite counter tops, new cabinets, 249,900,655-5990. JAX BEACH, 3BR/2BA, pool, fireplace, 2car garage, new appliances, $300,000. No realtors please. (904)249-1890. NEPTUNE BEACH, FSBO- 5BR/3BA. By appointment only. Fenced yard, hot tub, storage building. All for $360,000. (904)866-8720. NEPTUNE BEACH, 3000sqft., 4/2.5, for- mal living & dining, open floor plan, screened pool, family neighborhood, $525,000, 422-0771. ATLANTIC BEACH, 281 Pine St., 1500 sqft., 3/2, 1car garage, fenced yard, stone fireplace, 2 decks, new roof, new siding, screened porch, new plumbing.,5 blocks to ocean. $359,900. (904)759-8860. ATLANTIC BEACH, 4BR/3BA, 2200sf. Large family? This house is ideal for you. Priced under market. Call now for more in- formation. 803-9270. FSBO, SAWGRASS, SFH, 2BR/2BA, $50,000 remodel. New roof, kitchen cabi- nets, carpet, Travertine floors, crown molding granite countertops. $249,900. (904)463-0505. CLASSIFIED COPY AND CORRECTIONS All advertising accepted subject to the approval of the publisher, who shall have the right to revise or reject in whole or in part any advertisement. Publisher reserves the right to place classified under appropriate classifications. Please read your ad the first day it runs so any necessary changes may be made. Liability for errors in advertisements shall not exceed the cost of the space occupied by the error. All errors are to be brought to our attention within 15 days of publication to receive consid- eration for adjustment. Publisher assumes no finan- cial responsibility for omis- sions. BEAUTIFUL N. CAROLINA. Escape to beautiful western NC mountains free Color Brochure & Information Mountain Proper- ties with Spectacular views, Homes, Cab- ins, Creeks, & Investment acreage. Cher- okee Mountain GMAC Real Estate... cher- okeemountainrealty.com. Call for free bro- chure (800)841-5868. JAX BCH, Villas Marsh Landing; 2/2, up- per flat, garage,. $1050/mo. TDO Man- agement. 246-1125. SOUTHSIDE, NEAR Hart Bridge, large 2BR, WDHU, island kitchen, $700/mo/ in- cludes water. No pets or smokers. 307-2841 ATLANTIC BEACH- Oceanside, 2BR/2BA condo w/club pool, just steps to beach! $1100/mo. All South Realty, 241-4141. SOUTH VILANO Beach, 2BR/2BA town- house, private beach access, $950/mo. Call Elizabeth, 415-5454. Realty Execu- tives of Ponte Vedra, Inc. OCEAN VIEW, Neptune,, 2BR/1BA, hard- wood floors, laundry room, deck. $1350/mo. 703-5172. NEPTUNE BCH. 2148 Florida Blvd. 2BR/1.5BA, renovated 2005, WDHU, fenced back yard, credit.check, No Cats/ Non-smoking. $895/mo. (904)221-5833. 1ST STREET NEPTUNE BEACH 2BR/2.5BA Townhome W/D, dishwasher, fireplace, berber carpet, 18" ceramic tile, private balcony, private patio, $1300/mo. Available Nov. st. 333-8462, Harrigan Properties Realtor. NEPTUNE BCH, 2BR/1.5BA, fenced in back yard, CH&A, utility room, dishwash- er, 1-888-259-0783. MARSHFRONT JAX BCH Sweeping, panoramic views, 3700sf, lap pool, cul-de-sac. Modern designers home, 400sf in-law suite, 4000sf decks & cov- ered patios. First $975,000. MLS#393428. 246-5162. 42 SAILFISH Dr, PVB. 1700sf. home, with 3BR/2BA. New air/ New carpet. Large remodeled Florida room. $279,900. Call 904-571-1111. AT MAYO, 3/2/2, 1600sf, $249,000. Bring all offers. Independent Brokers & Associ- ates Inc. 247-4333 or 710-3111. AUCTION NEPTUNE Beach executive home, 3000sf, pool, 4/3.5 +study; 1414 Forest Marsh Dr. Preview 12/8 & 12/9, 11am-2pm. Auction closes 12/9 at 3pm. No buyers premium. Call for terms, (904)307-9107. www.neptunebeachexe- cutivehomeauction.com. OPEN HOUSE, great location, move in ready, short ride to beach and downtown, 3BR/2.5BA, large bonus room, open and bright, 12768 Avalon Cove Dr. North., Jax Golf & Country (off of Beach Blvd). 280-9515, 655-1106. Saturday & Sunday 1-5pm. 137 JARDIN De Mer, $249,000 lease op- tion, 3/2. 770-429-9331 PONTE VEDRA, 1BR/1BA, oversized at- tached one car garage; travertine stone floor, new kitchen cabinets w/granite counters, vaulted ceilings, 12'x16' wood deck, $159,900, 463-0505. AWESOME, 2BR/2BA, end unit condo with no neighbors above or behind. Full eat-in kitchen, cozy fireplace and screened balcony overlooking marsh. Unit also has private staircase leading to front door. Resort amenities. $178,000. Watson Realty, 731-5800. PVB, OCEAN Grove, 1BR/1BA, full amen- ities, beach access. Financing available. $129,900. 226-3968. PVB- OCEAN Grove, 2BR/2BA, garage, beach access, lake view, 1070sf. FSBO $199,500. 904-221-8458. PVB. SUMMERHOUSE, 2BR/2BA, 5-star, newly renovated, new appliances, W/D, fireplace, golf course view, Beach access. $220,000, 343-8172. PONTE VEDRA BEACH, GATED 2BR/1.5BA, golf course view. $184,900. Beashside flat, 2BR/2BA, fireplace, vault- ed ceilings, -screened lanai, lake view. Al- bolute sale. Best offer by 11/30/07. Kirk Killebrew (904)463-1131. www.killebre- wrealty.com APPLETREE FLORIDA MORTGAGE is the answer to your home financing needs. As a licensed mortgage broker business, we give you access to .premier national sources of money so why use a single, lo- cal lender whose menu of solutions is lim- ited? Call (203)438-6225 or email email@example.com. PORTSIDE MOBILE Home Park. Beauti- ful lot Asking $3500 OBO. (904)229-7387. 422 9TH Ave. No. Alsolute sale, best offer by 11/30. Kirk Killebrew (904)463-1131. GREAT OCEANVIEW 1BR balcony, ceramic tile floors, WDHU, walk-in closet, assigned parking, $875/mo. ($900 w/washer+dryer). Ocean View, 160 7th Ave. N. 993-2555. BeachesApartments.com LARGE 1 bedroom. Excellent location. 2 blocks to ocean. Very clean. No Pets. $675/mo. 642-1214 and 241-1219. 'NEPTUNE BEACH>, 2nd floor, 'bbeatiful' 12BR, newly decpg(te ;d off stre~tjpprkipg,, $1350/mo. (904)612-8868. NEPTUNE BCH, 1.5 block ocean, small 1BR/1BA, .$600/mo +dep. 214 North Street. Some utilities included. Pets limit- ed.Broker/ Owner, 514-4229. ATLANTIC BEACH Townhouse. 2BR/1.5BA. Freshly painted, ceramic tile downstairs, WDHU, CH&A. $785/mo+ $650/dep. 718 Cavalla Rd. Call 655-1534. MOBILE HOMES. $525 to $575, on pri- vate lots. Near Mayport Naval Station, no dogs, 333-5579. JAX BEACH, 2/1, downstairs, one block ocean, WDHU, new carpet. Military/ se- nior discount. $895/mo +$300 deposit. 1724 N. 1st St. #1, 708-0731. GREAT 1BR/ 1BA across from beach. Doesn't get any better! Call Margo 463-0343. JAX BCH near ocean 2BR apt., lease, references, $795/mo, 222 4th Ave. So., 221-4134, 703-5518. JAX BEACH, 1 block to ocean. 1BR/1BA apartment. $775/mo. +$700/dep. 524 South 2nd St. 280-2728 Iv. msg. NEPTUNE, 2/1, upper, 1000sf, 2 blocks ocean near Town Center, CH&A, WDHU, small pets ok, $995/mo +$500 dep, milita- ry/ senior discount 214 Cherry St. 708-0731. OCEANSIDE FANTASTIC views, tile floors, laundry room, assigned parking., 2BR/1.5BA, $1050mo. 2BR/3BA +den $1250/mo. Ocean Front, 801 1st St. South. 993-2555 BeachesApartments.com TWO GREAT condos completely remod- eled, over 1100sqft 2BR/2BA with private patio, loft, fireplace, separate storage room + laundry room. Lawn Service, pool privileges, beautiful tile throughout, stain- less appliances, $895/mo., (w/ garage $950/mo,). Call 887-6033 or 571-6664 or 247-7910. 1511 4TH St. N.- 2BR/1BA apartment. In- cludes washer/ dryer $800/mo. +sec.de- posit. No Pets. 742-6940. ATLANTIC BEACH Townhouse, steps to Town Center, clean and move in ready, balcony, 2BR, WDHU, great parking. Short term/ pets OK. 985/mo. 280-2805. JARDIN DE MER- 3BR/2BA condo in Jax Bch! Garage, washer/ dryer included! $1100/mo. All South Realty, 241-4141. NEPTUNE BEACH, three blocks to beach, 2BR/1BA, very nice, dishwasher, balcony, garage, WDHU, enclosed yard, $1095/mo. 616-2429. NORTH JAX Beach, 2BR/1BA upstairs, 1 year lease, no pets. No W/D hookup, $800/mo.; $800/dep. 329-3 North 14th Ave. Call 591-1218 or 246-8970. ESPLANADE AT Town Center, 1/1, up- per, garage parking, $950/mo. TDO Man- agement. 246-1125. ATL BCH, Courtyards, 2/2, ceramic tile, WDHU, $825/mo. TDO Management. 246-1125. BEACHES 1.5 blocks to ocean, studio, 1 & 2BR apts. Pool & laundry room, $590/mo. & up. 241-2781 or 237-0552. NEPTUNE BEACH, 1BR apartment, CH&A, tile floors, WDHU, carport, 1.5 blocks to ocean, $825/mo., 246-3739. ATLANTIC BEACH 207 15th St., 1BR/1BA, with garage, $700/mo. +dep, ref. required 246-6194. JAX BEACH, 4 blocks to ocean, clean, 2BR/1BA, CH&A, ceiling fans, dishwash- er, NO PETS. $760/mo. +$650/sec. dep. Immediate occupancy. Ref's and credit check required w/$25 application fee. 614 4th St. N. 254-7644. NEP BCH, EAST OF 3RD! Huge 2/1 du- plex, top floor, 1200sf, all professional hardwood flooring, diningroom, livingroom, WDHU, CH/A, huge fenced yard, parking for 2-3 cars. Home warranty. Lowest rent since 1989, $1030/mo.+ 631-2316. JAX BEACH, 2BR/1 BA, 4 bloclp to ocean, end unit, no pets. $825/mo +first & securi- ty. 1302 4th St. So., 993-8883. NEAR PONTE Vedra, 1 block beach, quiet safe area, upper 2/1, office, CH&A, hardwood floors, deck, ocean view, wash- er & dryer included, $1195/mo. Lower 2/1 $950/mo, lease deposit, 993-1118. NEPTUNE BCH, 227 Magnolia, 2/1, car- pet/ tile, garage, $975/mo. TDO Manage- ment. 246-1125. NEPTUNE BEACH 2BR/1BA, 1 year lease, No pets, W/D, $1000/mo, $1000 deposit. 918A 1st Street (between Bay & Pine). Call 591-1218 or 246-8970. JAX BEACH, 2.5 blocks to ocean, large 2BR/1BA, CH&A, W/D, deck. $1220/mo., 655-5367;'803-3099. '" ATLANTIC BEACH cottage, 1 blo0kctoi ocean, 1BR/2BA, all appliances included, A/C. No pets. $1200/mo. with utility allow- ance +$600/dep. Avail. 1/1/08. 241-5002 or 241-8228 after 6pm. Page 7B fi00 SEAGATE AVENUE NEPTUNE BEACH (904) 249-5611 IN APPRECIATION, OF OUR PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE CUSTOMERS... WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE TOUR OF OUR NEW OFFICE! .1 A 1 found it! 7B, , ILeadher MARKETPLACE clasS d THE BEACHES LEADER lassifies... PONTE VEDRA LEADER wwi beachesleader.com ATLANTIC BEACH, 2BR/2.5BA, garage, WDHU, five blocks to Town Center & beach, $1250/mo., (904)742-6423. ATL BCH Condo, Courtyards @ Mayport. 2BR/2BA, loft, fireplace, WDHU. $900/mo. +dep. 610-6369. JAX BEACH- half block to ocean, 2BR/1BA, upstairs unit with landscape, courtyard and in-ground pool, remodeled in "04", $1300/mo, $1500 dep. Call Eliza- beth 415-5454. Realty Executives of Ponte Vedra, Inc. JAX BEACHFRONT 2BR condo, no lease, pet negotiable, $1295/mo. avail immed. 673-1550. NEPTUNE BEACH, 2BR, walk to ocean, lower duplex. $950/mo. No pets or smok- ers. 307-2841. BEACH ACROSS street, incl. private bath. $599/mo. (904)249-9981. 2/1 APARTMENT, $1300/mo., steps to beach, newly renovated kitchen and bath- room, hardwood floors thru-out. Must see! Call 372-9842 or 359-7741. OCEANFRONT Amazing view. Huge 2/2 condo tile. $1500/mo. Move-in now. (904)536-8333. 1-1/2 BLOCKS to Ocean, 1st Ave. South, 2BR/1BA. $725/mo., 1BR/1BA $600, (904)891-0606. 3BR/ 2.5BA townhouse, 1/2 block from ocean. Atl Bch. Gar., $1575/mo. Call Rich 476-8521. ATLANTIC BEACH 851 Main Street, 2BR/1.5BA TH, fenced, $775/mo. JAX BEACH 1BR/1BA, 211 North 8th St., upper apart- ment, no dogs. $650/mo. Security deposit equals 1/2 rent. Lawn service included. Broker/ Owner, 249-8766. NEPTUNE BCH, near ocean. Nice mod- ern well taken care of 2BR Apt. All amen- ites, $980/mo. Also 1 BR Apt $775/mo. 247-1417. PONTE VEDRA, 2BR/2BA condo, E of A1A! $895/mo. All South Realty, 241- 4141. 1BR APT, 1 block from beach, $750/mo. water incl. No pets. 607-7425. JAX BEACH 2BR/1.5BA, 900sf., W/D, CH&A. $900/mo + $900 deposit, 1 yr. lease, no pets. 220 17th Ave. N. Call 221-6816. N. JAX BCH, 308 #5, 4th Ave. N. Small, cute 1BR 1BA, great location. Water incl., laundry avail., $625/mo. 434-4499. 1BR/1BA condo at The Palms at Marsh Landing. Country Club amenities. $850/mo. 616-6617. FURNISHED 1BR guest house, beautiful setting, pool, includes all utilities, full kitch- en w/uterisils, laundry room, cable wall movie channels, TV w/DVD. Available now, $225/wk., 349-3434. RENTALS! RENTALS! RENTALS! We got rentals. Too many to list. All areas. Homes, condos and townhomes. HOME FENDER REALTY & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 241-5501 221-1711. www. rentalhouses.com www.homefinderrealty.net T,-z-uob '; -)()07 Page 8B The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader DUecember LUU / NEPTUNE BEACH, 1 block to beach. New 2BR/2BA townhome, downstairs w/patio. Wired for home security, handi- cap accessible, WDHU. All new applian- ces, garage. A Must See! Ideally located for walks to beach and town center. No pets/ smoking. $1350/mo. +dep. (includes water). 904-246-7924. SAWGRASS CC, Northgate, 2BR/2BA, 2100sf., 2 car garage. Fireplace. Water to golf view. $1800/mo. Call Susan (904)514-7150. S. JAX BCH 2 BR APTS CH/A, WDHU. East of 1st St. $795- $895/mo. 241-RENT, 733-3730. SIMPLE LIFESTYLE, convenient to every- thing, three blocks from the beach, 1BR, $600/mo. All utilities included. 803-9270. JAX BEACH, walk to beach; newly reno- vated; 2BR/1BA upstairs, 332 11th Ave. No., $750/mo., 249-4091. NEPTUNE BEACH, 4/2, 4 blocks to beach, close to Jarboe Park. No pets. $1650/mo. 662-6522. NEPTUNE BEACH, 4BR/2.5BA town- home. WDHU, garage, backyard, com- rriunity pool. $1300/mo. (904)571-5517. ATLANTIC BEACH, 395 Bouy Lane; new- ly remodeled; 3BR/2BA, 2 car garage, fenced back yard. $1500/mo., 710-7665. N. JAX Beach, 3BR/1.5BA +office, newly remodeled, carport, fenced yard, great neighborhood. $1200/mo. +deposit. (904)241-4630. PONTE VEDRA: 4BR/4BA, w/office, ,2 car garage, 3400sf,, gated community. 2800/mo. 710-1076. ATLANTIC BEACH, 3/2 w/pool, privacy fence. $1350/mo., 376 Seminole Rd., 613- 6199. PONTE VEDRA Beach house, 3/2.5, fenced yard, pool, garage. Great Deal (1st $1250) 285-2952. JAX BEACH, 2BR/1BA, CH&A, WDHU, $875/mo. +deposit, 220-5797. W ATLANTIC Beach, 633 Stocks Street. Clean, move-in ready, 3BR/2BA, W/D. Screened patio, privacy fence, pets OK. $1225/mo. +security. 373-0492. NEPTUNE BY the Sea, beautiful 3/2, re- cently remodeled, tile floors, jacuzzi tub, large fenced yard, lawn service. No pets, $1750/mo., 249-2921.: 3BR/ 2BA, 2 car gar. 119 37th Ave. S., Jax Bch. $1900/mo. (904)536-8268 PVB/ LAtrium. 2806 St. Marc Court. 3BR/2BA, 2 car garage, spacious, lawn maintenance included. Community pool/ tennis. 993-3658. JAX BEACH, 3BR/1.5BA, Penman Rd. 1500sf. $1300/mo. (904)246-7120. ATLANTIC BEACH, 3BR/1BA, CH&A, painted, carpeted, WDHU, fenced yard. 246-0576 SAN PABLO Rd. 3BR/2BA, near Mayo, Alimacani School, Beaches, nice neigh- borhood, $999/mo. 221-7398. SOUTH JAX Beach. 3BR/1.5BA, 6 blocks to ocean. $1300/mo. 710-5200. NEPTUNE BCH. 3BR/2BA, Ig screen porch, WDHU, Ig yard, on cul-de-sac, walk to beach and schools. $1400/mo. +dep. 241-0476. HALF MILE FROM BEACH 916 Hibiscus St. A.B. Fenced corner lot, 3BR/2BA, newly renovated, $1095/mo. 247-1049. PONTE VEDRA/ Palm Valley, beautiful, large, private, 4BR/3BA, plus bonus room, 2-car garage, w/many amenities. $1600/mo. 860-1690. L'ATRIUM-PVB, 3/2, 2car garage, large enclosed deck, new kitchen. Furnished/ unfurnished, flexible lease terms. $1350/mo. Call 285-4772 after 6pm. INTRACOASTAL WEST, 3BR/2BA w/ga- rage! Community pool, tennis & more! Convenient to schools, shopping & beach! $1200/mo. All South Realty, 241-4141. ADORABLE, 3/2, newly renovated home in Ponte Vedra. Wood floors, fenced yard, quiet neighborhood. $1295/mo. Lawn service incl. Available 1/1/08. Avail for hnowinn nnw Call 476-Rn71 fnr an annt 901 OCEAN BLVD, AB, 3BR/2BA, ground floor. Fully furnished. $1300/mo. +utilities. (904)247-1049. PRIVATE LOT, 2BR/1.5BA, CH&A, WDHU, $675/mo. Available Immediately, 273-0857 8 .1[l~i g...... ... ..OCEANFRONT RENTAL FIRST MONTH FREE!! Brand new OCEAN T 3BR/2.5BA townhome in Jax Bch. 4BR/4BA, weekly, monthly, yearly. Call $1550/mo. +dep. Call (904)514-2883. (904)249-8269. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, 3BR/3.5BA TH for rent or lease purchase. Only short walk to Jax. Bch., 2350sf., with SS Kitch. & Gran- ite thru-out. $1850/mo. Will lease quickly. 509-6322 or 728-6577 NEAR MAYO, short or long term rental, 3/2, furnished or unfurnished, $1250+/mo. Independent Brokers & Associates Inc. 247-4333 or 710-3111. ATLANTIC BEACH, 1861 Beachside Court, $1800/mo. 651-9081 or 249-2268. RESPONSIBLE GRADUATE student and employee of Jacksonville University seek- ing affordable 1 bedroom apartment or house for rent. References available. Please call (573)694-8467 or email: firstname.lastname@example.com. Thanks. 8 i I PVB, 2BR/2BA, beautifully decorated with wood floors and tile. $1100/mo. 868-6886. JAX BEACH, 2BR/2BA, w/garage, fire- place, pool, fitness, new carpet, great location.. $1050/mo., (904)246-8397. FREE RENT! PVB, THE COLONY. Walk/ bike to beach, 2BR/2BA, corner unit, 2nd floor, high ceilings, W/D, fireplace, ga- rage. $1075/mo. MOTIVATED! Janet (904)635-6375. THE PALMS Light, airy, 2nd floor, 2BR/2BA, marsh view screened lanai, fire- place, cathedral ceilings, W/D, resort amenities. $975/mo. Available immed., 285-5592. VILLAS @ MARSH Landing, 2BR/2BA, marsh view, porch, fireplace, fitness, gat- ed. $995/mo.. No lease. 247-9727. PONTE VEDRA Summerhouse. New 2BR/2BA. 5 star amenities. Great location! Bottom floor unit. $890/mo. +deposit. 838- 9400. PALMS AT Marsh Landing- 1st floor, 2BR/2BA, hardwood floors, granite, marsh view, $1100/mo. 904-613-7605. JAX BEACH SOUTH. 811 So. 1st St., 2BR/1BA, remodeled 2nd floor duplex, un- furnished, 100 ft. from ocean. Pool,' CH&A, WDHU. No pets, 1 parking space. $999/mo. $1000 security deposit. Please call (904)463-1036. THE PALMS, 1BR/1BA; near beach, W/D, pool, fitness. $850/mo. (904)610-3608. FREE RENT! PVB, MOTIVATED! ABSOLUTELY THE BEST DEAL! 2BR split plan, ground floor corner unit, tennis court view,, W/D. $1095/mo. Janet (904)635-6375. OCEANFRONT- FURNISHED & unfur- nished homes & condos! From $700 per week! All South Realty, 241-4141. OCEANFRONT 1BR or 2BR, daily/ week- ly/ monthly, pool, 463-7343. S. JAX Bch. 2BR, fully furnished, ocean- front condo. Monthly/ Weekly. 241-0267. www.rentjacksonvillebeach.com S.JAX Beach on 3rd St., recept area & 2 offices w/700+sf. $900/mo. All South Re- alty, 241-4141. BEAUTIFUL 3/2 house, walk to ocean. Available for Christmas & beyond. 993-3226. SHARE OCEAN Front house South Jack- sonville Beach. $700/mo. includes, cable and electric. 962-6753. BEACH ACROSS street, incl. private bath. $599/mo. (904)249-9981. DISABLED WOMEN will share Atl Bch townhome. Furnished, kitchen privileges, W/D, Background check. Pets welcome. $150/wk +1/2 util., 1st, last +deposit. 270-8745. SAN PABLO Creek, share home; private BR, LR & bath. Includes utilities, NS. No pets. References. $650/mo., 221-6062. ROOMMATE TO share 3BR/2BA house off Atlantic and Joeandy. $500/mo. or weekly rate. (904)527-1954. JAX BEACH, 3/2, share very nice newer condo. w/ garage, W/D. $695/mo. includes utilities. Owner/realtor, 994-3608. NEPTUNE BEACH, two blocks from ocean. Room for rent in exchange for yard & household assistance. 246-2203 ROOM TO rent $575/mo. plus dep. 2 blocks to ocean, 521-8473. PRIVATE DOOR, access to kitchen, W/D, Direct TV. Available now. $400/mo. Near beaches. (904)553-0342. SMALL ROOM, all utilities furnished, near beach, $400/mo. +deposit & references. (904)994-1761. OFFICE SUITE w/2 offices, 500sf, kitch- enette, bathroom. Atlantic Beach, 3 Blocks to Ocean. $900/mo. +utilities. 246-5708. NICE CORNER office in SAWGRASS VILLAGE, utilities furnished Avail., 12/1/07. $1300/mo.. 285-7299 N. JAX BEACH ,3/2 condo w/great ocean 1000SQ FT., $1500/mo. +$131 associa- views REDUCED $1500/mo. No dogs. tion fee, + electric & water, (904)716- 477-4640. 0862, (904)568-4211. PONTE VEDRA, Cozy 1BR, fireplace, NEPTUNE BEACH, on Third St., great W/D, gated, five star amenities, $750/mo, signage, 700sf., negotiable 993-4011. (704)301-5953, (636)328-4260. siaIge, ., neiable, 993-40 2/1 PVB CONDO w/garage. Upgrades, balcony, pool, hot tub, walk to TPC course, restaurants, stores; $1085/mo. 424-7396. OAK HARBOR, large 4BR/2BA, eat-in PONTE VEDRA Furnished 2BR/2BA con- kitchen, fenced backyard, WDHU, new do, 2nd floor. Gated. $1100/mo. paint. $1300/mo. (904)571-5517. 273-1256. ISLE OF Palms, JB, 3/2, 2 car garage $1395/mo. + deposit. 759-2349. .PQNTE VEDRc. r,;: -lean. 3BR'2B1. r'gara- ',ery prraile mairllenance iree_ -pEli ..k 120O '.... '-l1-41750 JAX BEACH, 2/2, sun room, office, 1600sqft., one block to beach, $1400/mo., 315-6558. NEAR ICW & Wonderwood, lease or purchase, terms. Split 4BR, 1900sf, 194' deep lot, new tile, carpet, paint, all appl., $1400/mo or $230,000 OBO. Independent Brokers & Associates Inc. 247-4333 or 710-3111. PVB BELLEZA, 2/2, granite, vaulted, new tile, carpet. Five star amenities. $1000/mo. (407)399-3413. OCEANFRONT * ATLANTIC BEACH, Clo.ster Condo 3BR/2B4. All, amenities, all appliances, incl. washer/ dryer. Avail. 1/1/08 219-2481. 4-UNI i available 1/usq.n. eacn, $375-$400, includes DSL, electric, water, (904)716-0862, (904)568-4211. JAX BEACH office space for rent. 1000+sf- 4000sf. IMMEDIATE OCCUPA- NY. Call 904-608-6426. 1300SF- 4 offices, conference room & re- ception area, Beach Blvd. location. Jona- than 866-6937. RETAIL' OFFICE space loi lease May- port Road. (904) 514-1090. Ils~BIIBO~lsS~AI11s In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this pro- ceeding should contact the individual or agency sending this notice not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at the address given on the notice. Telephone: (850)245-4640, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (V), via Florida Relay Service. BL 11/14, 11/23, 11/28, 12/5/07 SECTION 106 PUBLIC NOTICE Anchor Tower, LLC is proposing to con- struct a telecommunications tower at Along Phillips Highway, Parcel No. 1680900000, in Jacksonville, Duval Coun- ty, FL at Latitude N30-07-24.3, Longitude W81-29-38.3. The tower would be a Mo- nopole design and 160 feet in height above ground level. Anchor Tower seeks comments from all interested persons on the impact of the tower on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects sig- nificant in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture, that are listed or eligible for listing in the Na- tional Register of Historic Places. Specific information about the project, including the historic preservation reviews that Anchor Tower is conducting pursuant to the rules of the Federal Communications Commis- sion (47 C.F.R. Sections 1.1307(4) and the Advisory Council on Historic Preserva- tion (36 C.F.R. Part 800) will be made available to interested persons who re- quest the information from the contact be- low. All questions, comments, and corre- spondence should be directed to Virginia Janssen, Principal Archaeologist, Dynam- ic Environmental Associates, Inc., 3850 Lake Street, Suite C, Macon, GA 31204, firstname.lastname@example.com by 12/29/2007. BL 11/28, 12/5/07 JARDIN DE Mer, 3BR/2BA, No pets. Ref- FREE CATS & kittens. Neptune Beach erences required. $1300/mo. 710-3946. Animal Control. 270-2410. BL 12/5/07 UNFURNISHED CONDO, immaculate first floor, 2/2 condo, appliances one year old; screened lanai. Many aminities, $1000/mo. Call 285-4772 after 6pm. NEPTUNE BEACH, 3BR/2BA, on cul-de- JARDIN DE MER, 3BR/2BA, garage. sac, fenced yard, 2 car garage, $1450/mo. $1295/mo. Avail. now. 770-429-9331. Available 12/1. 249-9387. 3BR/2.5BA, 2-STORY house in Ocean, Pond off South Beach Prky, newly reno- vated, close to park, shopping & the Beach, good family neighborhood. $1450/mo, $1200 security dep. Avail Now. 904-813-5272.. JAX BEACH, 3BR/1BA, clean, just reno- vated, good neighborhood, $1100/mo. +$800 deposit, 242-0544. 3BR/2BA, $1250/MO great community on San Pablo Rd. Pets ok. 422-3908. INDIAN SPRINGS, 3BR/2BA, remodeled, cul-de-sac. $1225/mo. Call 343-6930. rIPON vUEDR, ZnBR/2.5BA conoo, F-r, new carpet, W/D, pool, etc. 1092 Sea- hawk Dr. N. $900/mo. incl. water & sewer, lyr lease. No pets, 221-6037. PVB TOWNHOUSE- East of A1A, 2BR/1.5BA, remodeled, end unit, walk to beach, schools, shops & restaurants, $900/mo 285-2196 or 607-7886. OCEANVIEW TOWNHOUSE, 3BR/3.5BA. New Construction, Jacksonville Beach. $2200/mo. Call 536-9741. ATLANTIC BCH Seaplace, lovely 2/2, steps to ocean, furnished/ unfurnished, $1200/mo. (904)887-5005. PONTE VEDRA, TPC Sawgrass, Bermu- EAST OF AIA, Ponte Vedra, 3BR/2.5BA, da Court,.2BR/2BA. Completely renovat- 1800sf., screened patio. $1350/mo. or ed, $1275/mo., 655-5990. sale $239,900. 651-1096. 3BR/1BA, WDHU, CH&A, $1100/mo + se- curity 441 10th Place South. 904-699- 3320. WINDOR PARK GOLF PARK HOME 3BR/2BA, 1573sf, 2 car garage, upgrades, no pets, no smoking, $1400/mo + utilities, 318-2121. JAX BCH, 3/1, 2.5 car gar., fenced yard, $1400/mo. 836 9th Ave. N. 318-0044. JAX BEACH, 728 2nd Ave. So., 3BR/1BA, enclosed screen porch, fenced yard, w/carport. Recently remodeled. $1200/mo., $1200 deposit. Call J.B. Caine (904)744-0427. 608 14TH Ave. So., 2BR/2BA +2 Bonus rooms, newly renovated, $1350/mo +$1000/sec. dep. 220-3671 or 314-9446. NEPTUNE BCH 116 Lora St., large 3BR/2BA, 1/2 block to ocean. Deck, no dogs $1950/mo. 463-0222 or 465-2653. PONTE VEDRA- 4BR/2.5BA home in con- venient area! Club pool, tennis & more! 2 car garage! $1400/mo. All South Realty, 241-4141., PONTE VEDRA HOUSE SOLANO CAY 3BR/2.5BA, fenced backyard, 2- car garage, patio/ deck, 1700sf. Option to buy, $1495/mo. (904)491-5058 S. JAX Beach, great beach location, good living spaces 3BR/2BA, $1550/mo. (904)910-1108, (919)358-0244. PONTE VEDRA- charming 3/2 in Dolphin Cove, garage, fenced yard & laundry. Available 12/26, $1250/mo. 280-5142. OSI 8% li& a 2BR/2BA MARSH VIEW CONDO- Fire- place, vaulted ceilings, carpeted bed- rooms, sunroom, W/D. Blocks from beach. $1050/mo.. Available Now. (904)233-7879. COURTYARDS, 2BR/2BA, WDHU, tile, large loft, pool. No pets. $895/mo. +dep. 853-6005. N. JAX BEACH, East of 3rd; furnished 1BR/1BA. Pool & free laundry. Small pets OK. $1000/mo. 477-4640. OCEANFRONT, 1BR/1BA, Jax Beach South, 811 So. 1st St., unfurnished, pool, ground floor. Unit remodeled and beauti- ul. No pets. 1 parking space, $1299/mo., $1299 security deposit. Please call (904)463-1036. THE CLOISTER ATLANTIC BEACH, OCEAN FRONT Very attractively furnished, 3BR/2BA, beachside covered porch, garage, com- munity pool, gated, available now to May 31st., 3 month minimum. Basic rent $1995/mo., no smoking, no pets. Dunson Real Estate, Inc. Realtor, 904-247-5153. Email: firstname.lastname@example.com OCEAN VIEW, JAX BEACH, 3BR/2BA, vaulted ceiling, beautiful tile. Bright, open floor plan. No dogs. $1700/mo. (Room- mates considered) (404)325-0820, (404)784-6601. OCEANLINKS, APPROX 1000sf., 1BR/1BA, ground floor w/water & golf view. $1000/mo. MUST SEE! Call 635- 6375 for appt. TWO FREE indoor cats. Male, tan/white shorthair and female black/white longhair. Neutered and spayed, shots up to date. Would like to keep them together. Call 343-6462 Iv..msg. FREE CATS and Kittens to approved homes. Call 242-0224. ROTTWEILLER PUPPIES, two, 8 months old, AKC, CKC registered. Asking $600 each. Chihuahua toy (teacup) AKC regis- tered, 11 weeks old, $1200, 536-2925. FREE KITTENS to good home. 2 male shorthairs and 2 longhairs 1 female short- hair, 9wks. old, litter-trained. 241-4344. FREE KITTENS to loving home, born 9- 11-07; free DVD with footage of your new family member. 220-5817. AKC TOY Poodle, black female, just turned 1. Loves kids $275,.868-9881. JACK RUSSELL puppies, shots, hard guard, $250, must see, 866-0721. ENGLISH BULLDOG Puppies. CKC regis- tered. $2000 OBO.. (904)563-5654. ALBINO FERRET, nice large cage, $200. Please call 314-1441. AKC BLACK Lab Puppies, 3 female $550/ea, 4 males $450/ea. Ready for Christmasl (904)502-4007. CKC BOSTON Terrier, (F), shots current, with carrier, $350. (904)853-6534 FOUND BLACK & white 1-1/2 yr old male cat, 13th Ave North. J.B 246-4930. HOMELESS PETS for adoption- Cats & dogs. 246-3600. GET COVERED. Run your ad Statewidel You can run your classified ad in over 100 Florida newspapers for one low rate. Call (866)742-1373 for more details or visit: www.flonda-classifieds.com. IF YOU are interested in advertising under this category please call 904-249-9033 or email:" classified @beachesleader.com SPECIAL DREAMS. University Professor is searching for people who had someone close to them die and then appear in a dream. If you would like to share your story for research and a book send to firstname.lastname@example.com or go to www.specialdream.org for more informa- tion, NOTICE OF ACTION. BEFORE THE BOARD OF NURSING IN RE: The license to practice nursing of Sabrina Conley C.N.A. 5553 Alpha Drive Jacksonville, Florida 32205 CASE NO.: 2006-39377 LICENSE NO.: 133139 The Department of Health has filed an Ad- ministrative Complaint against you, a copy of which may be obtained by contacting, Walter T.S. Widener, Assistant General Counsel, Prosecution Services Unit, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C65, Tallahassee Florida 32399-3265, (850)245-4640. If no contact has been made by you con- cerning the above by December 19, 2007, the matter of the Administrative Complaint will be presented at an ensuing meeting of the Board of Nursing in an informal pro- ceeding. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the "Self Storage Facility Act", Florida Statutes Section 1, Part IV of Chapter 83, Laws of Florida 1982; the personal property con- sisting of clothing, personal items and household goods of: Jacki Martin, Atlantic Beach, C309, 10x15, misc. boxes. furniture. Yolanda Macon, Jax Beach, A092, 10x10, furniture, misc. boxes. Susan Smith, Atlantic Beach, C303, 5x5, T.V., misc. boxes. Monnie Johnson, Atlantic Beach, D467, 5x5, boxes. Milton Cox, Jr., Sarasota, B288, 10x20,. misc. boxes. Kathryn Bell, Ft. Payne, F549, 10x15, fur- niture, boxes. Kathryn. Kennedy, Jacksonville, D417, 10x20, boxes, household goods. USS Boone, FPO, AA, D412, 10x20, Bicy- cles, exercise equipment. Judyann Evelyn, Atlantic Beach, C333, 10x10, misc. boxes, household goods. Judyann Evelyn, Atlantic Beach, A039a, 5x10, furniture, household goods, boxes. Will be sold or otherwise disposed of at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 15, 2007 to satisfy lien(s) for past due rent(s) cost and fees. Disposition will take place at: Pan Am Mini Storage, 2383 Mayport Rl., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. Pan Am Mini Storage reserves the right to reject any and all bids and establish minimum bids to compensate for all costs. BL 11/28, 12/5/07 DRIVER: DON'T just start your career. Start It right Company sponsored CDL training in 3 weeks. Must be 21. Have *CDL? Tuition reimbursement CRST. (866)917-2778. ATTEND COLLEGE online from home. Medical, business, paralegal, computers, criminal justice. Job placement assis- tance. Financial aid and computer provid- ed if qualified. (866)858-2121 www.OnlineTidewaterTech.com GET CRANE trained! Crane/ heavy equip training national certification. Placement assistance. Financial assistance. Georgia School of Construction. www.Heavy5.com Use code 'FLCNH" or call (866)218-2763. AIRLINES ARE Hiring Train for high pay- ing Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA ap- proved program. Financial aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888)349-5387 IF YOU are interested in advertising under this category please call 904-249-9033 or email: email@example.com NEED A Math Tutor? I tutor up through Algebra I. Lyn Broderick, 247-8609. LOOKING FOR Part-time promotion in sales with a premiere health and wellness company. Generous compensation plan. Call Kelly 534-2937 for more info. ACROSS 1 Dramatist George B._ 5 List of candidates 10 Moon: Sp. 14 North Sea nation: abbr. 15 Highest scorer, in golf 16 Smooth 17 Region 18 Made of a certain wood 19 Departed 20 Flat- bottomed boat 22 Falls 24 Rest 25 Irk 26 Red 29 Eur. language 30 Preach 34 Word with land or free 35 Rocky crag 36 Religious' title 37 Siamese coin 38 Teased good- naturedly 40 Assn. 41 Hit the sack 43 Have a bite 44 Too 45 Gem 46 up; misbehave 47 Small land mass 48 Set out 50 See 9 Down 51 Regular payment 54 So-called 58 Strip 59.Sticker 61 Part 62 Mr. Guinness 63 Accustom: var. 64 One of four in a deck 65 Swallow's place 66 Dutch painter 67 Spots DOWN 1 Word with shot or dragon 2 Novel's SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD City of Atlantic Beach, $10.25/hr.; No ben- efits. Needed for Atlantic Beach Elemen- tary School (Sherry Dr. crossing) from ap- prox. 7:45-9am & 2:30-3:30pm on school days. Must complete training & certifica- tion course. Applications accepted until 12/12/07, 800 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. For more info call (904)247-5820 or visit www.coab.us. No smokers/ tobacco users. Drug testing con- ducted. EOE. CUSTOMER CONTACT Rep, 12-16 hours weekly. Late afternoons. Good phone & computer skills. Fax resume: (904)220- 4111 or e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com. COUNTER HELP, afternoons & Saturdays Ponte Vedra area. Call 285-5644. DOG WALKER needed afterschool (ap- prox. 3pm.). Ponte Vedra, off Marlin Rd., $15/wk. 280-3703. WANTED PART time exp. cleaning per- son for large busy household. 2 days a week, 12-15hrs. Duties include, deep cleaning, laundry, some organizing. Appli- cant must have local refs, needs to work quickly & efficiently. Starting salary nego- tiable. No cleaning companies please. (904)285-3283 or fax refs to: (904)285- 3885. LPN'S Needed for Home Health and Hospice Shifts: starting at $19/hr. Apply with North Florida Health Services, at www.NFHSonline.com or call us at (904)241-1656. PART-TIME/ FULL-TIME Front Office Staff at a holistic doctor's office. Re- sponsibilities' will include answering phones, scheduling' appointments and marketing. Written and verbal communica- tion skills and computer knowledge are re- quired. Please fax resume and references to (904)246-3778. No phqne calls please. KENNEL ASSISTANT needed for busy veterinary clinic, competitive wages. Previ- ous kennel experience preferred. Excel- lent benefits. Apply in person: Beaches Animal Clinic, 937 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach. 246-2045 or fax resume 246-3064. ALIGNMENT & BRAKE Tech, M-F. Call Bob, 241-5311. RECEPTIONIST/ GENERAL Office, West Beaches insurance office. Friendly per- sonality, Microsoft Office, good phone skills. Fax resume: (904)220-4111 or e- mail: firstname.lastname@example.com. STUDIO 22, a hot new salon in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, is looking for excit- ing Hair Designers. Call 249-6354 or apply at 2200 So. 3rd Street. star 3 Solar disk 4 Nonspecific article 5 Sailing vessel 6 Give temporarily 7 Invite 8 Youth: colloq. 9 With 50 Across, 1997 U.S. Open winner 10 Record books 11 Eye layer 12 By 13 ..._ partridge in a pear..." 21 Boat item 23 Dodge 25 Flawless 26 Russian rulers, once:.var. 27 Singing group 28 Game of chance 29 Tibetan antelope 31 Ring- shaped island 32 Wordy's opposite 33 Plant fungus 35 Article 36 Fix in place 38 Island whose capital is Canea 39 Too heavy 42 Look over carefully 44 Declares 46 Zealous 47 Sneezy and feverish 49 Llamas' home 50 Girl's name 51 Bridge 52 Saga 53 Angers 54 Swiss waterway 55 Puncture 56 Robert 57 Algerian governors, once 60 Hint DRIVERS- TOP Pay & excellent home- time! We train Car Haulers! Superior-ben- efits package! CDL-A w/2 years OTR ex- perience. (800)889-8139. F/T ADMINISTRATIVE Asst./ Reception- ist. PVB Insurance Broker seeks organ- ized individual with the ability to perorm tasks with speed and accuracy. Work without constant supervision and adjust to fluctuating workloads. Proficiency with Mi- crosoft Office and strong problem solving skills are a must. Previous office experi- ence a plus and 2 year degree preferred. Fax resume to 904-285-3363. STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ ,;- ,RESOURGE1IURSE" Fleet Landing, a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community is currently ac- cepting applications for a Registered Nurse with strong leadership and commu- nications skills to join our team. All candi- dates must have at least one year of Long Term Care experience with knowledge of the RAI process and experience in the area of Staff Development. The hours are primarily Monday through Friday with in- frequent weekend requirements. This is a full time position with excellent benefits. Applications available at Fleet Landing Security Gate, One Feet Landing Blvd. Atlantic Beach, FL 32233; fax to 904-246- 9447; website at fleetlanding.com; e-mail to email@example.com. EOE/Drug-free, Workplace. TAXI DRIVERS Wanted. Clean driving re- cord required. Call April, 246-9999. LULU'S WATERFRONT GRILLE Servers & Host staff needed for high vol- ume intracoastal waterway restaurant, top money working w/great staff, as seen in February issue of Southern Living Maga- zine. 285-0139. GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKER City of Atlantic Beach. $10.90/hr.; $436/wk.; $22,671/yr. +benefits. Performs a variety of manual labor tasks in maint. & repairing of City grounds & facilities; must have valid FL Dnvers License & satisfac- tory driving record. Applications accepted until 12/19/07 and may be obtained at 800 Semirtole Rd., Atlantic Beach, FL (904)247-5820 or www.coab.us. No smok- ers/ tobacco users. Drug testing conduct- ed. EOE. RN Full-time In our Outpatient Clinic. In- cludes all resident and employee health care.. Applications available at Fleet Land- ing Security Gate, One Fleet Landing Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL; Fax to (904)246- 9447; email to: email@example.com EOE/ Drug-Free Workplace. PRESCHOOL TEACHERS, infant & three year olds, CDA preferred. Benefits, church preschool, 249-1204. FRAMING CARPENTERS for established company. Drug free work place. Benefits. 241-2721. LIFT STATION mechanic & apprentices needed, good driving record, drug & alco- hol test. State wide travel required. Health insurance. Immediate openings. Fax re- sume: 904-249-2277 or call 877-211- 8080. SERVE MEALS, clean house & chauffeur. 30-35hrs per, week. $500 per week. Reply to: PO Box 330151, Atlantic Bch, FL 32233. WA I, vv v %0 1 IV -Wi ---.i S H La WANTEDI51o December 5 2007 The Beaches Leader/Ponte Vedra Leader CNA FULL-Time, at a Premier Retirement Community. Excellent benefit package, competitive wages, good working environ- ment. Applications available at Fleet Land- ing Security Gate, One Fleet Landing Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL; Fax to (904)246- 9447; email to: firstname.lastname@example.com EOE/ Drug-Free Workplace. HIRING EXPERIENCED Waitstaff, PT/FT. Apply in person at Melissa's Pizza, 725 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach or fax 241- 7775. LIQUOR STORE Clerk, Bartender, Door Person, Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Must pass drug test and background check. Call Robert @ 465-0149. NANNY NEEDED. Looking for full-time Nanny for 2 young children. Long-term, Beaches area. Occasional overnight & travel. $12/hr./negotiable. Must have refer- ences. Call (904)686-4562 leave msg. BEACHES CAR Wash- full time help needed, Wages negotiable+ tips. Benefits Avail. Apply in person, 1401 Beach Blvd. DISHWASHER FULL-TIME, in main dining room kitchen. Dependability and punctuality a must. Ex- cellent benefits and great work environ- ment. To apply: applications available at Fleet Landing Security Gate, One Fleet Landing Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233; Fax to (904)246-9447; email email@example.com EOE/ Drug- Free Workplace. Lawn service seeks individual to perform dependable quality work. Excellent pay & overtime available. Crew Leaders wanted. Perschel Brothers Services, Inc. 246- 0967. CNA FULL-Time, at a Premier Retirement Community. Excellent benefit package, competitive wages, good working environ- ment. Applications available at Fleet Land- ing Security Gate, One Fleet Landing Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL; Fax to (904)246- 9447; email to: email@example.com EOE/ Drug-Free Workplace. ADMIN. ASST with good computer expe- rience, people skills, and multi tasking ability. Great pay, benefits. EOE. Fax re- sume, 339-0263. HOUSEKEEPERS MONDAY-FRIDAY. Seeking responsible reliable individuals. Must be bondable. Serious inquiries only. Leave message at 716-8824. CNA'S NEEDED for home health & area hospi- tals. To apply visit our website @ www.nfhsonline.com -or apply in person, North Florida Health Services, 710 3rd St. N., Jax Bch. 241-1656. CLASS A CDL Drivers with Tanker en- dorsement needed for immediate open- ings. Drug & alcohol test. State wide travel required. Health insurance. Fax resume: 904-249-2277 or call 877-211-8080. HOME HEALTH AIDE Full-time in our Assisted Living at a pre- mier retirement community. Excellent ben- efits. Applications available at Fleet Land- ing Security Gate, One Fleet Landing Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL; Fax to (904)246- 9447; email to: firstname.lastname@example.com EOE/ Drug-Free Workplace. KUHN FLOWERS We are currently accepting applications for a permanent full time Sales Associate. We offer competitive salary, paid vacation, and medical & dental insurance. We are a drug free workplace. Apply in person at 832-10 A1A North, Ponte Vedra. No phone calls please. PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ COMPANION. "More than a service, more like a friend." Transportation to doctor's, shopping, etc. Will also visit your loved one for you in nursing home. 220-0129. HOME COMPANION FILL IN Need time for shopping or alone time? Light housekeeping & cooking included. Experienced. Min. 8hr shift. Elise (904)448-9246 or (904) 316-8756. CERTIFIED CNA/ HHC, available for full time, unlimited home care. Brenda, (904)910-4039. lrlll~6' OAKWORKS CLASSIC Clinician Station- COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Manager, ary Spa Table Great for salon or home Leasing, Bookkeeping help wanted. (904) use. $800. (617)852-6586. 514-1090. DRIVERS- FLATBED recent average $927.00/wk. Late model equipment, strong freight network, 401K, Blue Cross Insurance (800)771-6318 www.prime- inc.com. QUIT LONG-HALL, run regional and have it all! $.45 per mile. home most weekends! Newest equipment! Miles! Great benefitsll Everything Heartland Express (800)441- 4953 www.heartlandexpress.com OPTOMETRY, West Beaches, Front desk, customer service, all office aspects. Friendly personality, ability to multi-task, bookkeeping, PC, medical office experi- ence a plus. Fax resume to 221-6504. MAINTENANCE/ HANDYMAN Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church is seeking a full-time maintenance worker. Applicants should possess a broad range of skills in general mainte- nance and repair. Prior experience in fa- cility maintenance is preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits are available. Applicants contact Msgr. Daniel B. Logan, Pastor at 285-2698 ext. 4, or emai email@example.com. r A Beachs Intra 242-8235^ GE WASHER/ dryer, Ig capacity, wnite, $200 both OBO. 400-3424. XMAS TREES Choose & cut live trees from 2000 shaped Cedar & Leyland Cypress. 1-10 West to Hwy 125, exit at Glen St. Mary, go 12 miles North on Hwy 125. Watch for signs. Rudolph's Christmas Tree Farm, (904)259-7703. BIKE, ADULT 3-wheel trike. Rode 3 times. Like New. $150."(904)307-5956. BRAND NEW NINTENDO Wll video game system in unopened box w/receipt 425. Brent 904-347-8702. QUALITY QUEENSIZE Sealy mattress/ boxspring in spotless condition. $125. Can deliver. 246-1832. COMMERCIAL KITCHEN equipment (stainless): refrigerators, steam table, slic- er, mixers, sinks, prep tables; architectural and ornamental iron. Too much to list. Brook, 610-2888. METAL ROOFING Save $$$ buy direct from manufacturer. 20 colors in stock with all accessories. Quick turn around Deliv- ery available. (352)498-0778 Toll free (888)393-0335 code 24. www.GulfCoast Supply.com. CHRISTMAS ITEMS, Baby furniture, clothes & toys, New GE Stove-top. San Pablo, Open Friday, Saturday. 710-3111 (cell). 35" RCA TV, like new $175. 9" Toshiba TV $15. All glass cocktail table w/glass wheels. New $200 Asking $75. 608-2757. REMODEL SALE[ Oak kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, garbage disposal, S/S sink w/ faucet, 2 chandeliers, etc. 923-6536. ALL STEEL buildings. National manufac- turer. 40x60 to 100x250 Factory direct to contractor or customer. (800)658-2885 www.rigidbuilding.com. WASHER & Dryer (2004). $400. Call 612-3905. SEARS PORTABLE Dishwasher $50. An- tique 19th century Pump Organ, needs Bellows work $200. 1999 Toyota Corolla, A/C, auto, good body, needs new motor $500. 241-7390. 61" HITACHI projection TV, low hours, exc. cond., $499 OBO. 568-1535. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, accommo- dates 36" TV, $100 249-0622. TWIN BED w/mattress, portable bar, 75 2 GOOD Tickets and parking, for Jaguars gallon fish tank w/filter, table w/chairs, game on 12/9. Face value. 642-3364. couch. Call Mike 247-6793. . LITTLE TIKES Outdoor Playyard, great condition. New $350, will sell for $100. Outdoor Playhouse. New $100 will sell for $50. Together $125. 825-8974. CARPET & upholstery cleaning machine, "Rug Doctor", $199. Airless paint sprayer, brand new, still in box, $199. (904) 708-0020. LADIES NOSTALGIC purses: Betty Boop, Marilyn, Elvis, Jane Russell, Audrey Hep- burn. Nothing over $20. 249-3240 or 477-2936. IKEA KITCHEN Island, $150. Small kitch- en island w/drop leaf, $75. White double dresser, $75. 707-5640. FREE! PANASONIC 5 phone office sys- tem. Sharp, floor model, multi-function copier w/ collater. Both good cond. You pick up. 635-1055. WHIRLPOOL WASHER & Dryer, $75/ea. 30 day warranty.: Deliver, $20. 318-8173, 992-1470. HEIRLOOM, ONE of a kind furniture and mantels made out of reclaimed, recycled bar beams from the Midwest. 386-6010. THREE SECTIONAL sofa, one section has 2 recliners w/ hideaway table, excel- lent condition, blue nylon cotton material $895. 249-0622. WASHER, DRYER, full size, Frigidaire Crown, $295 both; kitchen dinette table, chairs w/casters, $275; ceiling fan, $50. (904)285-4435. LEAVING FLORIDA, everything must go! Household, furn., remodeling tools, (904)229-9389. SPLINTERS N MORE, INC. Locally owned & operated, hand crafted furniture and accessories. Personalized pet products. www.splintersnmore.com. MAYTAG WASHER, $100; Kenmore elec- tric dryer, $100, 307-2841. AT&T PAHITNEH pnone system. 5 phones installed for $899. 249-8877.. 20.6CF REFRIGERATOR w/freezer on top, Hotpoint, almond, $185, 641-9667, 838-5411. GREAT LOOKING Longboard, 9'6" cus- tom, Star Surfboard, used only twice. $350. 333-4641 GOWNS - Creative Designer, unique one of a kind, small sizes, prices $275 $500 (70% off retail).Call 247-1391. KAWAI PIANO, Cherry Console in excel-, lent condition, 15 years old. $2000 OBO. 904-543-8770. HEART PINE, tongue & groove flooring cut from antique Pine timbers. Installation, stair material.; FLORIDA HEARTWOOD 249-8310. Lie. ST-5903... PAINTINGS BY Jeanette can be pur- chased by appt. in her studio. Call or leave msg. at 247-3429. LENDER FORECLOSURE Auction 500+ homes in Florida must be sold! Free cata- log (800)591-1328 USHomeAuction.com. U.S. MARSHALS Auction, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. SFH 3BR/2BA, 1,451 +/- sqft. Min bid $141,471. Bid online 12/10. 12/12 www.bid4assets/NFL2. AUCTION, FRIDAY, 7PM, Oct. 5-19, Nov. 2-16, Dec. 7-21. www.AnjeAuctions.net AB2659, AU3713, AU3714. 9800 Beach Blvd. 248-0926 U.S. MARSHALS Auction, Bradenton, FL. SFH 3BR/2BA, 1,680+- sqft. Min bid $94,250. Bid online 12/18- 12/20 www.bid4assets/BFL2 IF YOU are interested in advertising under this category please call 904-249-9033 or mail : lasifiredbea horheleader rim BOAT STORAGE in PV. Visit www.MarlnaClubPV.com HYDRA-SPORT VECTOR, 2400cc,, 225hp Yamaha w/s/s prop. GPS, Fishfind- er, VHF, CD/ Stereo,.loaded! Custom Load-Master Trailer only 6 months old. $46,900 904-476-7621 1999 BAYLINER 1800, 120hp, fish finder, lots of extras, $6500, 610-7768. . . 17' CUSTOM Flats boat. 140hp Johnson, I BUY BUSINESSES. No Restaurant fast; trolling motor, dual live wells and bat- or Real Estate. Fast closings. series, aluminum float on trailer, $4000. (904)402-5355. 251-5946. WE BUY Scrap Gold for Cash! Estate and old jewelry, Rolexes. 241-1889. SATURDAY 9AM-2PM, 826 N. 13th Ave., Big Sale, crib, collectibles, MOVING SALE- Saturday 12/8, 8am, 1754 Oakbreeze Ln. New pool table, bed- room furn.; outdoor furn., refrig., washer/ dryer, computer desk, Christmas decora- tions & more. THREE FAMILY, 115 34th Ave. So., Sat., 8am-lpm. Furniture, glassware, lots for everyone. Car trailer ramps. Rain or shine. BIG SALE! Don't miss! Lots of tools, mow- ers, yard equipment, chest freezer. New open utility trailer, Afghans, collectibles. White wicker wardrobe. Saturday, 7am-?. Rain date 12/15. 2006 Grove St. MOVING SALE! Saturday, 8am-5pm. 1178 18th St. N.. HUGE MOVING Salel Everything must gol Sat., 7:30am until. 11 Democracy Ct. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, toys, small furni- ture. Saturday, 8am-2pm, 1016 1st St South. MEGA-GARAGE Sale!. Selva Linkside, Sat., 9am-Spm. 1660 Linkside Ct. No. HUGE MOVING Sale. Friday, Saturday. 2328 Oceanforest Dr. West 8am-4pm. Antique Dressers; Full Home Office Suite; New Sleeper Sofa, Scooieis; Riding Lawn Tractor and TONS MORE' Call 904-716- 2582 SATURDAY 8AM-NOON, 1849 Beachside Court, Neighborhood garage sale. SATURDAY, 8AM-? 95 E. Dolphin Blvd. Lots of baby & fishing stuff SATURDAY, 8-? Bar lights, furniture, stuff 449 South Roscoe Blvd Ext.(By Bridge) SATURDAY, 12/8, 8am-2pm, 461 Cocka- tiel Dr. Multi-family computer games, electronics, toys and Christmas items. "No early birds". CUTE BUNGALOW with 60 + years of goodies. Roseville pottery, birds by An- drea, Lee Adams bird prints, mission style loveseat, Indian rugs, jewelry in 14k, ster- ling & costume, watches including an in- teresting Tiffany. Lots 'of vintage china, glass & pottery. Dining room set, room size rugs, full bed, set of twin beds, mir- rors, small chest of drawers, couch, chairs, side tables, lamps, stereo compo- nents. General household including kitch- enware, washer/ dryer, garage goodies & holiday. 2BR/1BA house & 91 Buick avail- able.-Friday & Saturday from 9 til 2. 1156 2nd Ave N., Jax Beach. Lots of parking ! Follow the pink signs! CHEAP STORAGE Boats, RV's, Trailers. Starting at $70/mo.. 2781 Mayport Rd. Near Wonderwood. Call 993-2222. 4 GREAT work trucks ready to go. I have 2 Fords both 4 wheel drive, one diesel, other gas w/heavy duty rack systems, one is a flat bed. I also have 2 Chevrolet trucks w/flat beds and heavy duty rack systems. All trucks run great. Pricing starts at $5000 and up. Come by 751 1st Ave. South or call 285-5756 for appointment. I am not a dealer, just getting rid of some good trucks. DO WE have your gift? moorechevy.com. 1989 DODGE Ram van, white; very good condition, chrome rims, very good tires, $1400. Call Richie, (904)553-0342. 1999 HONDA CRV, good condition, $4700. Call 607-7425. 1989 MAZDA 626LX, 4DR, 35,000 miles, $1950 OBO, 233-4455. DO WE have your gift? moorechevy.com. FORD EXPEDITION 1998, Excellent con- dition, all leather interior, power windows/ Slocks, 6 disc CD player, 3rd row seating, very well maintained. Asking $7000. Call 992-6476, 864-4490. 1987 BMW convertible, $1000 OBO: Scott or Gus, 270-2693.. 2002 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS, black w/leather interior. Fully loaded, On-Star equipped. Very clean and runs great. 51,400 miles. $9500. (904)246-7919. 1996 CHEVY Monte Carlo Z34; brand new condition, only 65K miles, one owner, power windows/ locks, cruise, Michelin tires; ice cold AC, $4700 offer, 887-9030. I j e "a t s nc rirn*f p l :'.n BiI a GOLF RESORT & SPA arriott. S We offer c opp( Please apply in p S 1000 PGA TOI Wet o I PADGETTS A/C & Heating, Inc. Family owned and operated. When quality and customer service are demanded call 588-5222 Financing available. SERVICE, REPAIRS, INSTALLATIONS Free Estimates on replacements. License CAC1814887. Credit cards accepted. WWW.TLCINDOORAIR.COM HEATING & A/C, FREE ESTIMATES; Duct Clean- ings, Installs, Repairs. 10%-off. Financing Available. (904)880-7312. _ Hl[:f"-1 mi~l HERMON'S MULTIPLE SERVICE Specializing in "Complete Flowerbed Cleaning and Lawn care, 246-4238 612-1755. * WINSOR LAWN Service, Inc. Competitive rates. Call Alan. 237-5301. We Look ForwardStoSMeetingYouSSoon IF YOU are interested in advertising under this category please call 904-249-9033 or e-mail: classified @ beachesleader.com m -1 11I1 m PERSCHELBROTHERS SERVICES, INC. PROFESSIONAL LAWN service. We mow lawns. Free estimates. 246-0967. rlI I f 4 ,1I WI Ir:-.- .&L CLEANING SERVICE. Take the worry out of your work week and let someone else do the chores. Detailed, dependable, and honest. 15yrs. experience. 403-9474. IF YOU are interested in advertising under this category please call 904-249-9033 or email: firstname.lastname@example.com SNYDER & Baker Electric. Residential, commercial. Free estimates. Lie. EC13003709 (904)237-3824. 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