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F LORIDA'S OL D EST W WEEKLY N EWS PAPER NEWS LEADER 75 FRIDAY MAYO. 2013/18 PAGES, 2SECTIONS' fbnewsleadercom Panel: Golf course sul ANGELA DAUGHTRY News-Leader Tom Shave reported on conditions at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club on :Tu,_day. telling city commissioners an ad-hoc Corimill. r I.',irmed to eval- uate-the course rated it a 4 out of 10, with numerous issues that need to be addressed. At a special meeting of the com- mittee Monday, Billy Casper Golf Inc. reported that roughly $350,000 would be needed for a greens restoration program, on top of normal course maintenance, The ad-hoc committee, made up of Shave, Donna Dandurand, Bill Larrabee, Charlie Kicklighter and Tom Roberts, was created at the suggestion of Vice Mayor Charles Corbett in April because of reportedly deplorable con- ditions at the city-owned golf course. Billy Casper LLC, which has man- aged the course since 2011, was sent a formal notice of complaint from City Managergoe Gerrity on April 5 saying the course must show significant improvement by Aug. 1, or face further action by the city. . Shave said the committee toured the 27-hole course on April 24 and used a scale of 1-10 to rate conditions of the greens, green banks, fairways, rough, bunkers, tees and other areas. "(The committee) went out as indi- viduals ...-and came out with a (rating of) 4 for the whole golf course," Shave said. .- -- . According to Shave's report, lhei evaluation confirmed complaints by golfers that the course,is in very poor condition. Written comments within the report included, "bare spots and thin, weedy grass," "felled trees and debris on some holes," "no evidence of ade-" quate watering," "many bare spots,". "mole cricket damage extensive," "maintenance spotty," "unplayable" GOLF Continued on 3A I : a^ ^ .-.v .,.*.- .. " ...,..4 4 *, .. ., "' *. 4 \ JIM PIERCE/FOR THE NEWS-LEADER Jeff Jagle.of Fernandina Beach and Chica-Marie (in sunglasses) perform at a downtown pocket park earlier this spring. Jagle developed a petition for pedestrians to sign to allow street artists to per- form in the commercial district. City defers action on street ANGELA DAUGHTRY News-Leader Citizens voiced their-support for street performers at Tuesday's city commission meeting, but action was deferred on an ordinance that would limit their activities. Commissioners in March unanimously approved the first reading of a new ordinance that would keep street performers and art vendors away from popular areas downtown, including the two pocket parks. II,. new (irdiInMini. also would require performers to hold $300,000 in liability insurance on top of a $300 permit to perform. A second and final reading of the ordinance was scheduled for Tuesday, but was taken off the agenda because it was not properly advertised. Downtown resident Julie Ferreira told commission- ers that previous legal cases elsewhere have established that busking (or performing on the street for gratu- ities) "cannot be prohibited when other free speech is allowed." The city should follow the example of Amherst, Mass., and encourage street musicians by offering rIormers stipends to select musicians to create a vibrant down- town, she said. "(Amherst has) blocked out areas down- town where musicians can play," Ferreira said. It also encourages people who already play on the street as well as other performers such as mimes, jugglers and pup- peteers, she said. Downtown business owner Joan Bean said she did not understand why the city was restricting street musi- cians. "In Savannah, they don't p.gt,,: .ml lthi, ceta'badge to l.'."' Bean said. "I don't ".inde .uiand il.i iregulationri and the permit fees. ... I don't understand why you've taken pocket parks away from where they're going to play. ... Troubadours have been around since Shakespeare's time. We're a freewheeling city ... you can only get a permit in October. What's with that?" "I think it can be simpler," Bean said. "I feel strong- ly about musicians. They're a special breed. Let's do bet- ter for the musicians." Downtown resident Chuck Hall said street musi- cians were starting to come back now that the recession t PERFORM Continued on 3A Life in prison or killer GARRETT PELICAN News-Leader A week after a jury of 12 convicted -James Perry Turnage Jr. of second- degree murder in the 2010 death of Kirk Westfall in Yulee, a circuit judge sentenced him to life in prison v..il I- aRI parole. In addition to the life sentence, Turnage, 47, will also serve a mini- mum of 20 years for discharging, a firearm during the crime and an accompanying 10-year sentence as a habitual felony offender for stealing Westfall's car. Circuit Judge Robert Foster denied a defense motion seeking a retrial filed on Tuesday. The defense nonetheless plans to appeal the murder conviction, -. Assistant Public . Defender Thomas . Townsend has said. ., 7.' In court Thurs- day, friends and fam- ily of Westfall Turnage addressed his killer through statements read on the stand and through Assistant State. Attorney John Kalinowski. "I feel as if the list two and a half years have been stolen from me," an emotional Cynthia Colson, Westfall's longtime girlfriend, told Turnage. Through Kalinowski, Westfall's sofi Kyle told Turnage his crime was unfor- givable and robbed Westfall of the opportunity to watch his sons become men and his six grandchildren grow and thrive. Kyle Westfall would miss most the times he and his father shared working on his truck, the sort of which he'll never .-..t.,...int.. again. "My dad was a good guy," Kyle Westfall's statement said. "He took people in, and it just so happened that's how he was taken out." Westfall's brother Karl, who was present for the trial but not for the sentencing, .said in a statement through prosecutors that he had for- given Turnage for the crime and hoped he would turn to God and find faith as he serves the rest of his life MURDER Continued on 3A M. HEATHER A. PERRY/NEWS- LEADER Nassau Humane Society Executive Director Brandy Carvalho holds a tuxedo kitty hoping to find a home on Tuxedo Tuesday, .when the adoption fee for cats like him is reduced 25 percent. She's a perfect match for Humane Society I IEATlHERA. PERRY News Leader recently hired as the Everything deserves a right to live. *._- ....i.. director of always been an animal advoca the Nassau Humane BRANDY CARVALHO,EXECUTIVE DIRECT Society's no-kill animal.shel- ter, Brandy Cairvalho's vegan NASSAUHUMANE SOCIETY lill.i I, and fundraising back- ground are a perfect match for her new job. an updated cat center. that adoptions will With the exception of a few "It will be a building that's it's less stressful fo months during <, ll.;,, Carvalho designed to be a shelter, not a build- less stressful for th has been a vegetarian since she was ing that we figured out how to turn As a former vol a teenager. into one," she explained. foster mom, Carva "Everything deserves a right to The medical facility will allow shelter from both live. 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I ...................-- IO MO 1 1 18 4 2 6 4 0 0 0 113 .................... .. 2B S U O KRIS ....................... ............... 2 B I B ,.________________B ____.( __________ ,.,.___--:,_,:_,_-:-,-,__,-,.___:_____,:__......2_,_U............. "U". t~ I t~w~ fi~~ 2A FRIDAY, MAY 10. 2013 NEWS News-Leader OBITUARIES Dean Charles Houk Jr. Dean Charles "Charlie" Houk, Jr., attor- ney and resident of Atlanta, GA, and Amelia Island, FL, died at his home on Amelia Island on Monday. He was 76. He was a devoted father and husband, attorney and civic leader. The cause of death was an apparent heart attack. Born in Chicago, IL, on March 29,1937 to Dean Charles Houk, an estate attorney, and Mary Frank Longmire Houk, Charlie was the old- est of two children. The family returned to St. Petersburg, FL from Chicago, and Charlie attended both elementary and high school in St. Petersburg. He completed his undergrad- uate degree at the University of Florida and graduated from the University of Florida law school where he was an editor of the law review. After graduation, Charlie served in the U.S. Army. He was a Captain in the JAG Corps and was stationed on Governor's Island in New York City. After completing ..his service in 1964, Charlie moved to Atlanta where he joined Sears Roebuck and Co. as a corporate attorney. In Atlanta, 'he also met Dorothy Ann Alexander, whom he married in 1967. In 1987, Charlie joined the law firmnAltman, Kritzer & Levick, later Hartman, Simons & Wood, as a commercial real estate attorney and from which he retired in 2005. In 2012, Charlie celebrated his 50th year as a member of the Florida Bar Association. Over the years, Charlie was active both in civic life and in his local churches, First. ,Presbyterian Church of Atlanta where he was a member for 45 years and Amelia ,,Plantation Chapel, which he joined in 2005. Charlie served on the board and as the ,:president of the Atlanta Mental Health Association, and he served as president of the Atlanta Corporate Counsel Association. Charlie volunteered in a number of capac- ities at Atlanta's First Presbyterian Church where lie taught Sunday school, sat on var- ious committees and served as aR elder. In his retirement, he mentored a young map as a volunteer with Florida's Take Stock in Chikhldren program. In 2013, he conceived of and founded Rx Haiti, a ministry that gath- ers and delivers unused prescription and non-prescript ion medication from his church in the U.S. to medical clinics in Haiti. Kind and generous, Charlie was the consummate family man. He was never happier than when he was surrounded by a horde of children. His patience was leg- endary which came in handy as he taught all of the members of his daughters' Girl Scout troops to water ski. Charlie was an avid Florida Gators and Atlanta Braves fan. Charlie is survived by his wife, Dorothy Alexander Houk; two daughters, Mary Bentley Houk of Brooklyn, NY, and Elizabeth Houk Sedgwick of Atlanta, GA; son-in-law Matthew James Sedgwick; grandsons Luke Matthew -Sedgwick and Andrew Charles Sedgwick; sister Mary Ann Saylor; and nephews John Earl Saylor, Jr., and Michael Dean Saylor and their fam- ilies. A celebration of his life will be held at. the Amelia 'Plantation Chapel on Saturday, May 11 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Amelia Plantation Chapel, desig- nated for the Upper Room Project. Amelia Island Chapel is located at 36 Bowman Road, Amelia Island, FL 32034. Please share his life story at www.oxtey- heard.com. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors Clement M. Kelly Clement M. "Mike" Kelly, 82, passed away on April 28,2013 at his Fleet Landing residence in Atlantic Beach, FL. Born in Jacksonville, he was the son of the late Florence Agnes Wolff Jones of Jacksonville and Maurice Kelly of Fernandina Beach. The Kelly Family dates back considerably on Amelia Island and was involved in everything from state and local poli- tics to the area's shrimp- ing industry. Mike was ' also loved dearly by his '- caring step father, the late '" Earle Edward Jones of Jacksonville. . Mike attended Robert E. Lee High School and very much enjoyed playing var- sity basketball and football for the Generals. After serving in the Korean War, he grad- uated from the University of Florida.. He was a pharmaceutical sales representative during his early career and later became a successful stock broker and financial advi- sor where he eventually initiated Brokerage Services for Barnett Bank. Mike was an avid outdoorsman and ongoing sports enthusiast with a love for the beach, boating, fishing, scuba diving and racquetball. He was also an avid read- ei of almost every kind of book or text available and delightedcin visiting family on Amelia Island. His unique humor, analyti- cal perspectives and opinions were of spe- cial value to those who'knew him and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his two children, Greg Kelly of Atlantic Beach and Lesley Kelly of Salt Lake City, Utah; his two grandsons, Travis and-Jack Kelly, his two sisters, Angela Arnett of Washington, DC, and Drusilla Edge ofTallahassee, FL; and his dear cousin, Mary Agnes White of Fernandina Beach, along with many other loving friends and relatives. The Family would like to thank Community Hospice for their graceful guid- ance and care. SHardage-Giddens Funeral Home Jacksonville Beach DEATH NOTICE Mr. Nolan Olaf Johns, 91, Fernandina Beach, died Thursday, May 9, 2013. Complete arrangements will be announced. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors 'Tips for armchair athletes' MILWAUKEE, Wisc. For many people, finding time to work out after a long day at the office can be challenging. Running errands, preparing dinner, coordinating after- school activities for the kids, and more all take up pre- cious free time. But being even moderately active is a great way to live an overall healthier lifestyle, with increased energy and reduced - stress. . The "Physical Activity Guidelines forAmericans," issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, recom- mends 30 minutes of physical activity a day for adults at least five days a ' week. Yet, some studies reveal that many adults watch an average of five or more hours of TV a ddy. Incorporate activity into your downtime with simple exercises that you can do in the com- fort of 5your living room, says Goldwater, M.S., fit- ness edu- cator, former body building champion, and physical fit- ness expert for TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organiza- tion. "Don't use commercial breaks for trips to the fridge," notes Goldwater. "Instead, approach the 15-plus minutes of ad time per hour as great opportunities to burn calo- ries." Turn your regular TV shows into active workout routines and make a game out of watching them. Start by preplanning. For each workout, choose to focus on one part of the body like your abdominal muscles or incorporate a combination of exercises, as a sort of a TV-circuit workout. Or, create several routines and switch them around for fun. Keep workout equipment on hand by stashing small weights, resistance bands and a yoga mat near the TV. If you have a stationary bike or other fitness machines at home, set the equipment up so you can watch while you exercise. The following cardio and strength-bullding exercises require no special equipment -just floor space in front of a TV. Variations on this low- impact but effective routine can be adapted to fit almost any TV program that includes frequent breaks for messages "...from our sponsors," like sporting events. Encourage family and friends to join in too, and get fit as a group. 30 seconds of marching in place (or in a chair) 10 chair-dips (from the waist) 30 seconds of jumping rope 10 wall push-ups 10 crunches 30 seconds of jumping jacks 10 lunges 30 seconds of plank 10 front leg lifts 10 side leg lifts 10 water bottle curls TOPS Club Inc. (Take. Off Pounds Seisibly) i,; the origi- nal weight-loss support and wellness education organiza- tion. Founded more than 65 years ago, TOPS is the only nonprofit, noncommercial weight-loss organization of its kind. TOPS has about 170,000 members male and female, age seven and older in near- ly 10,000 chapters throughout the United States and Canada. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge. To find a local chapter, view www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677. LOOKING BACK 50 YEARS 25 YEARS 10 YEARS The Fernandina Beach High School Band was awarded "Superior" ratings in four categories at the North State Band Contest in Fort Walton Beach. ' May 9, 1963 For the first time in recenthistory, a Republican registered to challenge for an elected county office as Jack D. Coker announced his run for the District 1 commission seat, May 11, 1988 Workers and volunteers were out in force after chunks of foam used to raise a sunken barge in the Amelia River leaked out and fouled local beaches. May 9, 2003 Classof68 Fernandina Beach High School Class of 1968 will hold its 45th Class Reunion today and May 11. For infor- mation call 261-2576. Food drive On Saturday, May 11, the -National Association of Letter Cai-iers will hold their annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive. This is the largest fd'od drive of the year and if everyone gives something, the Barnabas 'food pantry could be stocked with dry goods for several months to feed those experi- encing hunger. Simply leave your bagged food donations at your mailbox and your postal carrier will pick them up on their daily route. Contact mary.ann.black- all@barnabascenterinc.org if you would like to help sort and box donated food on May 11. Blood chive The Blood Alliance will host a blood drive on May 11 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Publix in Feriandina.Beach. Visit www.igiveblood.com. Alateen meeting Alateen, a group for teens' bothered by someone else's drinking, will meet at 11 a.m. May 11 in Fernandina Beach. For details, including the location, contact (904) 465-0162. The group will meet weekly. Alateen is a fellowship of young Al-Anon members, usually teens, whose lives have been affected by some- one else's drinking. Alateen groups are sponsored by Al- Anon members who help the group stay on track, share experiences, discuss difficul- ties, learn effective ways to cope with problems and encourage one another. Therapyworkshop A Save Your Hands Workshop: Injury Prevention for Massage Therapists, will be held May 11 from 1-7 p.m. at Pilates of Amelia in Fer- nandina Beach. Fee is $90 and participants earn six CEUs. Call Julie Maley at 415-6781 for information and .., { .regism er. .. . .. Mothers Day concert Conductors Robert Spano and Donald Runnicles will grace the stage at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on Atlantic Avenue on May 12 at 7 p.m. Along with Elizabeth Pridgen, David Coucheron and Christopher Rex they will perform a newly releas- "ed program including Mozart's Sonata for 4 hands in B flat Major KV358, Underwater (piano solo), Br'ahms' Hungarian Dances, *No. 1 and 6, piano 4 hands, among others. Tickets are available at the Amelia Island Music Festival office, 1890 South 14th St., Suite 204, or online at www.aicmf.com. Parks volunteers Talbot Islands State Parks invites residents of Duval and Nassau counties to come out and learn more about the diverse volunteer opportuni- ties at the Volunteer Recruitment Day May 12 at the North Beach pavilions on Little Talbot Island State Park between 11a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information contact Park Volunteer Coor- dinator Brian Stinson or\Park Services Specialist Allison Conboy at (904) 251-2320. Pink Ribbon Ladies The Pink Ribbon Ladies, a support group in Nassau County for survivors of breast and other female can- cers, will meet at 6 p.m. May 13 in the Conference Room at Baptist Medical Center Nassau in Fernandina Beach. Guest speaker Cristina Gillis of Amelia Acupuncture will talk about the history and benefits of acupuncture. For informa- tion contact Joyce Karsko at 261-2976 or Isobel Lyle at 321-2057. Post meeting The Byrd-Wallace Post No. 4351 Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Men's Auxiliary and Ladies Auxiliary month-' ly meeting is the second Monday of every month at the Post, 96086 Wade's Place, Fernandina Beach (under the Shave Bridge). The next meeting is May 13, starting at 6:30 p.m. Contact VFW Post 4351 at 432-8791 for information. AARPmeets The AARP local chapter will meet May 14 at 1 p.m. the Council on Aging, across from Baptist Medical Center Nassau. State Sen. Aaron Bean will discuss the recent legislative session in Tallahas-see including cur- rent bills and what lawmak- ers have achieved. A short regular business meeting will follow for members. Alzheimers support The Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group for Nassau County meets the third Thursday each month. The next meeting is May 16 at the Council on Aging, 1367 South 18th St. The support group will meet 2:30-3:30 p.m. These meeting are open to the public and everyone who has an interest is invited to attend. Fernandina Beach's Walk to End Alzheimer's is sched- uled for Sept. 21. For infor- mation call Debra Domb- kowski, LPN, at 261-0701. SThe Nassau County, Home Educators will spon- sor a Used Book and Cur- riculum Sale on May 17 from 8 a.m.-noon at Springhill Baptist Church, 941017 Old Nassauville Road, Fernan- dina Beach. The sale is open to the public. There will also be books as well as videos, computer software, CDs and games for all ages. NAMIwalk Nassau NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will hold a walk and gather- ing May 19 from 1-5 p.m. at the gazebo in Central Park on Atlantic Avenue. Snacks, beverages and T-shirts will be provided free while sup- plies last. The walk begins at 1:30 p.m., from Central Park down Atlantic-to Main Beach and back. Participation is free. There will be five raffle packages, with tickets at $1. Winners will be announced at 5 p.m. Raffle proceeds will help provide psychiatric medications. emergency dental services and toiletries to individuals with chronic mental illnesses. Contact NassauNAMI Florida@gmail.com or 277- 1886. 511 Ash Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (904) 261-3696 Fax 261-3698 Website for email addresses: fbnewsleader.com Office hours are 8:30 am. to 500 p.m. Monday through Friday The News-Leader is published every Wednesday-and. Friday by The Fernandina Beach News-Leader, 511 Ash Street, P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Periodicals postage paid at Fernandina Beach, Fla. (USPS 189-900) ISSN# 0163-4011. Reproductions of the contents of this publication in whole or in part without written permission from the publisher are prohibited. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: News-Leader, P.O. Box 766, Fernandina Beach, FL 32035. 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Michael Hickox Property Appraiser of Nassau County, pursuant of Florida Statute 193.122(3), hereby serves notice that on May 2, 2013 all required extensions to and the second certification of the 2012 Tax Roll in Nassau County, were completed. NEWS . LEADEJRit FRIDAY, MAY 10,2013 NEWS News-Leader Animal abusers face, tougher Florida News Connection dc TAI.AHASSEE People tai convicted of animal abuse in tr Florida will face more charges fe and likely tougher penalties as of a new Animal Cruelty Bill is ci signed into law. The state Senate voted unanimously to Ic strengthen the current animal cruelty law, including its ani- w mal fighting provisions. The tc House had already passed the c( bill unanimously. It1 According to Kate MacFall, d: Florida state director for the th( Humane Society of tlhe United od States, strengthening laws E. against animal cruelty, partic- ularly involving. animal fight- sa ing, can. help erack down on w other criminal activity. tl HUMANE Continued from IA owns Mixed Media. She is one of five women in Girls Gone Green, formed in 2007 to advocate animal welfare, environmental pro- tection and healthy food choices. The group hosted the First Annual Northeast Florida Vegetariin Festival in November 2010 and pro- motes ongoing events such as Meatless March. Girls Gone Green has a weekly radio show wlich airs on former NFL player Tom McManus' radio network on Monday at 2 p.m. Girls Gone 'Green also produces videos, designed to inspire, which air Saturday at 11 p.m. on MURDER Continued from 1A behind bars. "I loved my brother and enjoyed his fellowship every time I was around him," Karl Westfall wrote. "... I want James Turnage to know that fIforgive him for killing my little broth- er." For his part, Turnage was somber, appearing almost meek in a red jumpsuit as he approach&tl "a lecte'n to address the court. "I can only say that I'm truly, truly sorry, your honor," said Turnage, Honoring fallen police. The.Nassau County Sheriffs Office, Fernandina Beach Police Department and Florida Highway Patrol will recognize the law enforcement officers in Nassau County who have fallen in the line of duty at a Law Enforcement Memorial Service on Tuesday at 10 a.m. The serv- ice will be held at the Nassau County Sheriff's Office, 76001 Bobby Moore Circle in Yulee. The public is invited to attend. The local service is one of many that will be held on Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15. These special services recall the selflessness of law enforcement officers and their families, and honor all those who devote their lives to a stronger, safer community. penalties "It's a big problem," she Humane Society and law declared. "It's incredibly impor- enforcement would also like to ult for the animals; Ihey're just see a law allowing arrests for' 'eated horribly and the suf- possession of animal-lighting wring that goes on. But it's paraphernalia. often embedded with other "It's very difficult and dan- rimes.,' gerous for law enforcement to Those include narcotics, vio- catch them in the act of fighting *nce and gang activity, animals," she cautioned. "In The measure (HB 851) fact, in south Florida, law would allow law enforcement enforcement, they don't even charge someonewith one dream of going and doing a ount for every animal abused. bust without the SWAT team." also reinstates a ban on the Regarding the animal dye- yeing of fowl or rabbits, as in ing, it was just last April that he practice of artificially col- Gov. Rick Scott signed legis- ring chicks and bunnies at lating lifting a dyeing ban. That aster,. came at the request of dog own- MacFall called the bill's pas- ers who wanted the ability to ige a major victory for animal dye their show dogs. The new welfare in Florida, but hopes law,.if signed, won't apply to is is just the beginning. The them. Jacksonville's CW 17. What little down time the dedicated vegan environmen- talist has is spent either exer- cising or lounging with her husband, John, and their six cats, Alfredo, Marmalade, Ravioli, Raisin, Rosemary and Einstein. "I encourage people to 'contact me directly at 491- 1511 about getting involved - donating, volunteering or adopting," said Carvalho. The Nassau Humane Society operates a shelter and dog park near the Fernandina Beach Airport. They provide animal control services for the city and offer spay and neuter programs and community education events. Through a grant from adding that he did not expect to receive forgiveness or under- standing from Westfall's kin, but hoped that his sentence would bring them some clo- sure. Turnage, a parolee at the time of the crime, was also found guilty of stealing Westfall's car after shooting the 51-year-old father of three in October 2010. Prosecutors argued during the trial that on Oct. 8 that Turnage, desperaIte for access to a vehicle, waited inside Westfall's home Ifor him to return from his son Kasey's football game and then shot him in the head. He then loaded the body into the trunk of Westfall's car and fled to South Carolina, where he buried the remains in a shal- low grave before fleeing north to New Jersey, prosecutors said. Turnage and Townsend did not dispute that he killed Westfall, but argued both men were'armed at the time and PetSmart Charities, they recently have provided more than 100 free spay/neuter surgeries for pet owners who could not otherwise afford it. The Adoption Center is open five days a week, Tuesday-Friday 11:30 a. m.-5 p.m. and on Saturday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Animals are view- able online at www.nassauhu- manesociety.com or like them on Facebook. Second Chance resale store at 1002 South 14th St. raises funds to supplement NHS donations. It welcomes' volunteers as well as dona- tions. Phone 321-0022 to learn more or visit nassauhu- manesociety.com/second- chancestore. types fbnewsleadercom Turnage shot Westfall in self- defense after a brief firefight instigated by Westfall. Westfall was last seen Oct. 8, 2010, at his son's Yulee High School football game. His fam- ily found a pool of blood in his home the next day and called police. Days later, the Nassau County Sheriff's Office announced it was searching for Turnage, who had been staving on Westfall's property off Radio Avenue following his release from a one-year prison sen- tence for criminal mischief in August 2010. FBI agents arrest- ed Turnage in New Jersey Oct. 14 after spotting him driving Westfall's car. Two months later, on Christmas Eve, a hunter at Sand Hills State Forest near Patrick, S.C., stumbled upon Westfall's remains in a shallow grave near Turnage's father's home. A subsequent autopsy revealed that Westfall's death was a homicide. gpelicanDfbnewsleadercom MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH Sunday May 12th ioam ipm $16 ADULTS $5 KIDS 4-12 .FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 3 Reservations Required Call 904.277.7357 Fresh Fruit Display Assorted Pastries & Danishes Egg & Cheese Strata Hashbrown Casserole Applewood Smoked Bacon Southern Style Biscuits Riocnli Pa rmesan to Reserve Your Seat ': .-'** 2 r i F iER.,ANDINABEACI..lIGOLFCLU.OMJ u FERNANDINA BEACHGOLFCLUB.COM GOLF continuedf-om,, IA and "bunkers need sand and maintenance to remove roots and weeds." Shave said it was evident that golf cart traffic had not been controlled and that sand traps had very little sand and had not been trimmed or man- icured properly. The cups had not been changed in some time and were not deep enough, Shave added, and "a lot of areas had trash piles." "That's basically what we found throughout," Shave said. "It's just not being taken care of very well." He added, how- ever, that more recently he had seen increased maintenance activity. 'Things are starting to hap- pen," Shave said. "I've seen sodding, and sand added to the sand traps .... So we have some improvements." I "I think a lot of this should have been taken care of earli- er," Shave said. "There was a lot of neglect going on." Shave told commissioners he would be back in 30 days for an upxlate on golf course PERFORM Continued from IA is winding down, and said he encouraged the city to have a separate management plan. "Nobody wants to put their hands on this problem because it's a can of worms,'" Hall said. "We need to take control of this before it becomes like St. Augustine." Commissioner Pat Gass said there was a "large misun- derstanding" about where the new ordinance originated. Gass said some downtown merchants had complained about musicians playing in the park and went to City Attorney Tammi Bach, who then wrote up amendments to the ordi- nance and sent it to commis- sioners for public approval. A better approach, she said, would have been for the busi- ness owners to come before commissioners first. "We're just following the process through," Gass said. "At the second reading it can be voted for or against." Commissioner Arlene Filkoff suggested forming a separate committee or organ- ization to "take the city out of complaints" about the pro- " ~'~k'~ It's just not being taken care ofvery well.... here was a lot of neglect going on.' TOM SHAVE CITY AD-HOC COMMITTEE conditions. Billy Casper Golf Inc., in a long-range plan they presented at a special meeting Monday, said "long-term capital improvements need to be made to significantly improve conditions" on the 54-year-old course. They also report ted the course had "old and dated" greens, tee boxes, bunkers and facilities and that compe- tition with seven nearby. golf courses made it chal- lenging to attract more golfers. "As a lower budgeted facil- ity, the club. is faced with how to allocate funds for max- imum results," Billy Casper's report states. "Years of sub- par treatments have caused weed and insect populations to become almost unmanage- able. ... Tree and root issues are'prevalent throughout the golf course." Th111e report recommended a 'restoration project of tees, bunkers and greens at a total of about $350,000. The report did not state exactly how those costs would be covered but that "all options for funding need to be explored." "If these projects are not completed, there is a high likelihood membership levels will continue to deterio- rate and public and outing rounds will suffer," the report stated. Billy Casper also outlined an enhanced sales and mar- keting program including pro- motional events, loyalty pro- grams, banquet marketing, direct sales and value-added packages. adaughttuy(jbnewsleadercoin 'The commission has a lot to think about, and we'll see what they end up doing.' CITY ATTORNEY TAhMMI BACH posed ordinance. Bach said later the issue came to the forefront because downtown merchants claimed it was unfair that street per- formers and vendors, do not have to pay liability insurance, while business owners do when they put their items out on the streets for sale. As for local street vendor Felix Jones, who entertains by playing songs on his harmon- ica. Bach said he would be coy- ered by a passage in the code that allows for "impromptu behavior by persons not hold- ing themselves out as public performers." Bach also said she had doubts about the legality of the city sanctioning a management committee for street perform- ers because the city cannot' control the content of songs or other orations on public streets. According to Bach, second reading of the ordinance will be at the June 4 commission meeting. She added that com- missioners had "a whole bunch of different alternatives" to look at, which could include limiting the number of permits for use of pocket parks for per- formances, among other options. "The commission has a lot to think about, and we'll see what they end up doing," Bach said. According to the new ordi- nance, street performers, street vendors and street artists would still be allowed in Central, Main Beach and Seaside parks. Amplification devices would be prohibited 'without a special event permit. The ordinance would also require a 15-foot setback from public seating areas and other performers. The application process for street performers is open only during October. .! .- .; ' . . .I ., . 5." 4.~ If you or a loved one are coping with depression, addiction.or other behavioral health issues, Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare is the place to begin your 'journey toward healing. Our professional staff .is dedicated to helping those with addiction or behavioral health 'ch ,1. ,, through counseling, therapy and support. Call Starting Point Behavioral Hcalthcare today and get starred on your path to healing. STARTING P INT (904) 225-8280 *\www.splh.org 46314.2 SR 200, Yulce, FL 32097 The Rotary Club Of Amelia Island Sunrise says: T+ -AvN K yO LA To each and every one of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and participants who supported our inaugural Amelia Island International Wine and Food Tasting held on March 2, 201 3 that raised more than $20,000.00 to benefit Wolfson Children's Hospital. A special thank you to our large sponsors: Amelia Liquors Arte Pizza Bahama Breeze Baptist Health Nassau Brett's Waterway Cafe First Coast Community The News-Leader Bank The Palace Saloon Florida Public Utilities Liz Bundy Gourmet GQurmet Sliders Grill Stonewood Grill & Bar Bob Montgomery Valerie Shibley Please save the date of March 1, 2014 and plan to attend the 2nd Annual Amelia Island International Wine and Food Tasting. The Rotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club. For more information, please contact president Christal L. Fish at clfish@barmjlaw.com, or join us at one of our meetings. Healing Begins Here New Summer Menu Items Homemade Crab Bisque Brie En Croute French Brie wrapped in Puff Pastry Stuffed Tomato With Marinated Mozzarella & Basil Soft Shell Crabs Sauteed with Lemon W\ine Butter & Anson Mills Grits Mother's Day Special Three Courses She Crab Soup or Wedge Salad Filet Mignon & King Crab ,Stuffed Lobster Tail $.95 Special Dessert $ ,ubaneiMeu Reservations Suggested Tuesday Nigh Xablefor 802 Ash Street John Sprg Mot1ier'sDaY Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034 In theLou ge 2-4pta AmelialslandDavids.com 6:30-toai? 904-310-6049 ,'./:..;,-^ f ... FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2013 BUSINESS Ncws-Leader Loop raises funds for art at FBHS The Lo op Pizza Grill is painting the way for' art students at Fernandina Beach High School - by hand-painting the restaurant's old wooden chairs with creative themes and selling'the -new work-of-art chairs. All thie money raised "will go directly to the school's art department., . Sandy Gay, owner of The Lo)op Pizza Grill ' at Amelia Island, and other local artists are ' hand-painting the chairs. Special themes and .r color combinations will be part of the creative design. "We are currently renovating our store and Z '3.. :- wanted to donate the chairs to benefit the 4' school. By painting the used chairs, we are giv- N, , ing them a second life that brings an innova- aid.....Gay. ""Ib. .e tive twist to the donation," said Gay. "The Loop .J .. .. is excited to raise funds for the community and : """.. our local school. The money raised may even .. educate the next Picasso!" , Fernandina Beach High School art teacher - Sharon Elle is grateful for the donation. "We are thrilled The Loop is helping us out with this unique donation," said Elle. "The extra funds will allow us to build our program and benefit the students' learning." The painted chairs cost $40 each and are available for pre-order for buyers who want custom themes or colors. To pre-order, call su.mnirrtrT The Loop at Amelia Island at 321-0093. The Loop is selling work-of-art chairs with proceeds going to the art department at Fernandina SFor more information, visit The Loop Pizza Beach High School. lGrill 'at www.looppizzagrill.com. .. Home sales still rising The Northeast Florida Associa- tion of Realtors announced the housing market in Northeast Florida continues to strengthen. Through the end of March, 4,541 homes have sold in 2013, 19.2 per- cent higher than the same period in 2012. In March alone, 1,687 homes were sold, a 9.5 percent increase over last March. Steady increases in sales price are marching along in conjunction with sales. The $139,650 median sales price year to date is 16.4 percent higher than the $120,000 year to date price in 2012. In March, the median price was $140,250, a 9.6 percent increase from a year ago. The shrinking number of homes for sale continues. There were 7,825 homes in inventory in March, down 31.9 percent from last March's 11,488. The sharply reduced inven- tory means that there is now only 4.5 months of supply on hand; down 43.8 percent from this time last year. A five- to six-month supply is considered a balanced market. SDoim estiR , Designs Roofing "Proudly Sening Nassau County Since 2001" Locally owned & operated, "Energy Star Rebate Program extended through December 2013" Call us to discuss how you can save $500.00 on your roofing improvements Please Call: 321.0626 www.domesticdesignsinc.com FREE ESTIMATES Licensed Insured CCC1325504 CBC059801 Whether you're looking for short term care while recovering from surgery or need long term assistance for a better life. *Licensed "Insured 'Bonded Affordable Hourly Rates! Call for a Free Home Assessment 904.469.2273 www.bestfriendscompanloncare.com 9 North 14 Street Fernandina Beach, Florida A1A SOLAR CONTRACTING INCORPORATED D Big Green Egg. World's Best Smoker & Grill! 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Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. i4 Pediatric Smiles I I * Light Housekeeping * Shopping and Errands TI Pw~ a' As, I FRIDAY. MAY 10,2013 BUSINESS News-Leader NCEDB launches real estate database Through'the support of its economic development part- ners, Florida Power & Light Co. and GIS Planning, the Nassau County lEconomic Development Board has announced the launch of a new real estate data- base, http://expandinnas- sau.com/nassau-county/real- estate/. Business prospects and site selectors will have access to an array of site-specific infor- mation at the click of a mouse. Using Geographic Informa- tion System (GIS) software, the website provides immediate access to specific demographic information that previously required weeks of research to accumulate. Real estate listings and images, as well as demo- graphic and industry break- downs are conveniently acces- sible and available for all parts of Nassau County. Visitors to the site can view available properties, specifica- tions for those properties, and demographics for the sur- rounding area in one simple portfolio of information. Users Sof the site will also be able to !identify other businesses of :interest within the search ,parameters of the inquiry. -; Properties listed on the site will not include all commercial prop- erties available in Nassau County but will feature a major- ity of the most eligible office and industrial properties or vacant land suitable for new and/or expanding businesses. "This new tool goes far beyond a simple database of available sites and buildings", said Steve Rieck, NCEDB's executive director, in a press release. 'The website also pro- vides dynamic mapping capa- bilities including the ability to view geographic 'layers' of infor- mation like zip codes, schools, railroads, hospitals and golf courses." The GIS-powered website is built on Google Maps technol- ogy, and offers state-of-the-art site selection mapping capabil- ities. The new website is also integrated with GIS Planning's national site ,.Ilr< iin search engine, www.zoomprospec- tor.com, which allows visitors to conduct national searches of cities and commercial proper- ties that match their unique cri- teria. For more information on the new database and website, contact Heather Solier at 225- 8878. TRAILS TO BE DEDICATED The Friends of Amelia Island Trail has planned a Trail Opening Celebration for Saturday from 8:30-9:15 a.m. at Peters Point Park. Following the cel- ebration bicy- clists, runners and walkers will be led by respec- tive clubs on a ride, run or walk on the new trail on the south end of Amelia Island. Also Saturday, at 9 a.m. at the Jacksonville Beach Pier there will be a dedica- tion of the East Coast Greenway Trail through the Beaches. At 10:30 a.m. in Mayport, there will be a dedica- tion of the St. Johns River Ferry as part of the East Coast Greenway Trail: The public is invited to all three events. SUBMITTED Consumer confidence up University of Florida GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Floridians' consumer confi- dence rose in April- the second consecutive monthly increase, according to a University of Florida survey. "Many economists would have expected confidence to erode in April as the effects of .the federal budget cuts known as sequestration along with the expiration of the payroll tax began to unfold," said Chris McCarty, director of UF's Survey Research Center in the Bureau of Economic and Business Research. "So far this has had virtually no impact on consumer confidence among Floridians, which is reflected in current sales tax collections." Florida's mood is at odds lWith the national consumer can- ifidence index, which as nres-, ured by the University of Michigan, dropped after recov- ering from a deeper slide in early April. In contrast, four of the same five components used to deter- mine Florida consumer confi- dence level increased and one remained unchanged in April. Not all Floridians, however, are optimistic. Confidence among Floridians making' $30,000 a year or less dropped, but rose for those earning more than $30,000. Age could affect views, too. The overall confidence level of Floridians younger than 60 increased, but it fell for those 60 and older. "This difference may have to do with the unveiling of the Obama administration budget proposal that signaled a will- ingness to negotiate on aspects of Social Security and Medi- care," McCarty said. "Optimi- sm, however, among those aged 60 and under is more likely fueled by economic improve- ments here in Florida." For example, Florida's unemployment rate continues to drop, coming in at 7.5 per- cent for March, which is slight- ly less than the 7.6 percent national figure. Leisure and hospitality showed the biggest job growth of all Florida's employment sectors. The con- , struction.industry also reports slow but positive growth. Florida's housing prices also continue to rise, with the medi- an price now at $160,000. This is the highest median price since October 2008, though it is 38 percent lower than the peak value of $257,800 from June 2006. Meanwhile, the stock mar- ket is still near record highs, bolstering retirement accounts for many Floridians, and gas prices have continued a steady slide. S* 90. 2 12'hou-rSALE Saturday, May 11 1 9am-9pm Just in time for Mother's Day! FRIAYAND ATRA ONY r,*,L I '" : : : -< LiitdQunttesExr SvigO TpOfO r Already DisIount Pri,.s ,o Coupns ..... i mm .,-.. ,..1,. -- sheet ,az; 14.39-16.29 Save up to 50% OFF our Everyday Discount Prices! for her 50% OFF Colored casual Boutique pants 50% OFF Career jackets 50% OFF Career & casual sportswear 50% OFF Petite & Women's separates 50% OFF 2 A Tee Petite cardigans, tees & tanks 30% OFF Boutique separates 25% OFF Women's shoes (Sold in Shoe Department) ladies accessories & lingerie 40% OFF Spring jewelry 40% OFF Bracelets 30% OFF Bueno & Rosetti Handbags 15.96 to 36.96 Jones NY Satin sleepwear 24.96 Famous Designer sleep shirts 16.96 Bras 14.96 Kimono spa robe 3 for $12 Beehive watch bands for him 30% OFF Sport coats 30% OFF Dress pants & dress shirts 30% OFF Neckwear 30% OFF Men's gifts 30% OFF Short sleeve knit shirts 30% OFF Woven shirts 30% OFF Updated denim 30% OFF Golf apparel 30% OFF Swimwear 30% OFF Luggage 24.96 Golf shorts for home 50% OFF Lamps 50% OFF Furniture 50% OFF Candles 50% OFF Drinkware 50% OFF Wine accessories 50% OFF Crystal gifts 50% OFF Ceramic dinnerware 50% OFF Beach chairs 50% OFF Acrylic drink and water bottles 50% OFF Totes and coolers 50% OFF Bakeware 50% OFF storage & stationery 50% OFF Towels 30-50% OFF Quilts 30% OFF Best comforters 30% OFF Beverage dispensers 5.96 Chubby solid towels Sale valid on select items. 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Already Reduced Prices l" I", ;'" i ''i .l,: "roady Roducod Prices r i I Entire Purchase of Red Dot Clearance Entire Purchase of Home Red Dot Clearance 1 Entire Purchase of Red Dot Clearance Entire Purchase of Home Red Dot Clearance L------------------------ - -- - - - JL- --------L FRRIAY, MAY 10. 2013 News-Leader OPINION 'Here's to ou Albert' - a flag and a shot! Musings, opinions, observa- tions, questions, and random thoughts on island life, Fernandina Beach and more: This year, like every other year, on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 18, beginning at 9 a.m. the members of our local American Legion Post 54 will fan out across Amelia Island and as far west in Nassau County as 1-95 carry- ing 1,000 American flags and one shot glass of whiskey to place on the graves of those who served the country in the armed forces, with just one late soldier getting the shot of Scotch on the side with his flag. For the past 35 years World War I vet and past Post 54 Commander Albert Hirth, who is buried in the Episcopal Church cemetery on Alachua - and North Eighth Street, has a jigger of single malt whiskey placed on his resting place, to honor a request he made almost four decades ago and that his comrades in arms "have continued to respect, proving that some of the strongest bonds a person will ever have are made by those who served together in the defense of their country. As the street musician 'issue hats up, I'll repeat what I've said before and that is I like street musicians, especial- ly those who can sing and *know how to play an instru- ment, it's those who howl at thie moon and flunlked out of( the "Close Cover Before Striking School of Music and Screen Door Repair" that DAVE'S drive me WORLD around the bend. David N And Scott speaking of real musi- . cians, in case you haven't heard the annual Amelia Island Blues Festival sched- uled Sept. 13-14 is moving from Main Beach, with this year's event now scheduled to be held at downtown's.harbor front, which should prove a boon to local businesses. The kickoff to this year's event will be a free Sounds on Centre session Friday, Sept. 13, on Centre and Second Street, adjacent to the Palace Saloon and the new Sheffields, with a suggested entry "fee" of two cans or boxed food items that will be donated to the Barnabas food bank. The Saturday session will begin at 11 a.m. and end around 8 p.m., featuring Muddy Waters Jr. (Mud Morganfield), Ana Popovic, Roger "Hurricane" Wilson and the Shuffle Junkies, Zac Harmon and many, many more well-known blues artists. Tickets for the Saturday event are 20 bucks in advance and 25 bucks at the gate and for 50 bucks you get the VIP treatment. Go to www.ameliaislandbluesfest. corn to buy your tickets and see the full lineup of talent. * * Customer service is the cornerstone of most long- serving businesses, particu- larly on an island as small as ours, so when I have a posi- tive experience with a local business I like to tell folks about it. Savage Stone, which was established some 16 years ago by Brenda Savage and her late husband, at 738 S. Eighth St., is one of the most impressive firms we've dealt with since moving here. They provided exceptional advice, installed our countertops when they said they would, at the price they quoted, and have been back twice to make small fixes, one that wasn't even their fault, and did so with good cheer and the profes- sionalism that is their trade- mark. So if you need granite, marble or any other kind of stone counters, and want it POLITICS IN BRIEF Governor to speak The Republican Party of Nassau County will host Gov. Rick Scott as featured speaker Sfor its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Saturday, May 18. The dinner at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Conference Center begins with a reception at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Cost per per- son is $125, The deadline to RSVP is S'Scott May 14. RSVP at 491-5544 or ___ nassaugop@bellsouth.net. Make checks payable to ' Republican Pat'ty of Nassau County/ PO. Box 15573/Fernandina Beach FL 32035. ' '-U For sponsor opportunities, call Cherie Billings at 277-2995. Democratic Cub The Democratic Club of Amelia Island din- ner meeting will be held at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club, 2800 Bill Melton Road, at 6 p.m. May 21 with dinner at 7 p.m. A cash bar will be available. Speaker will be Ben Wilcox, a consultant for the League of Women Voters in Tallahassee, on the recent legislative session. To reserve, send a check for $15 per per- son, payable to DCAI, to DCAI/ PO. Box 1153/Fernandina Beach FL 32035, or drop off at party headquarters on ' Eighth Street. Contact Jean DesBarre at 432- 8992 or jearrdesbarres@(minail.com.. '' ' done right, call Brenda Savage at 557-1083. * * If you like fried chicken, then you're gonna love Leddy's Porch at the Florida House where innkeeper and chef Marshall Sands has made his buttermilk fried chicken that eatery's signa- ture dish with combinations that include enormous fried chicken biscuits, fried chicken and waffles (yes, waffles), and a fried chicken sandwich, among others. The sides are equally tasty including collard greens, creamy, cheese grits, house-made potato chips, Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, mac and cheese and my favorite beet salad with oranges, goat cheese and white wine vinaigrette. Don't like fried chicken? Not a prob- lem as the new menu includes BLT's, buttermilk fried shrimp, grilled cheese sand- wiches with bacon or country ham, a half-pound cheese- burger on a brioche roll, roasted chicken salad and much more. Apparently a lot of folks have developed a taste for Mr. Sands' cooking as lunch crowds Wednesday to Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. as well as Sunday's brunch 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. have been growing steadily. The reasonable prices are a factor as well'as the food. Oh, Emily Sands, the other half of the husband and wife innkeeping duo, will give birth this August to a girl they're nam- ing Eloise. The soon to be par- ents tell me the name is one they like and that it's just a coincidence that their off- spring will have the same moniker as the fictional six- year-old who lived in the "tippy-top" of New York City's Plaza Hotel. Call :em (the Florida House, not the Plaza) at 491-3322. ; ,* '* .i, i*n. . I received a-couploof :; .,! emails from Suzan Cameron, The Amelia Island Blues Festival Sept. 13-14 is moving from Main Beach to downtown's harbor front. a resident of Brandon, just , east of Tampa, the great-great- niece of David Yulee, who tells me her mother, Yulee Way Lazarus, who graduated from FSCW (Florida State College for Women, now FSU) in 1936 with a degree in history, main- tained the family tree, which was passed on to Ms. Cameron as "keeper of the heritage" upon her mother's death seven years ago. Elias and David Yulee were her mother's great uncles. She says "... in mother's research there isn't a lot of personal info on David Yulee; however, there is nothing to describe him as a 'flim flam' man and no family stories to validate that point." She also gays she purchased and is just now reading T.D. Allman's book. Finding Florida that debunks Yulee and intends to contact the author. She graciously invited me to her home to see the letters Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee wrote to her Uncle Elias Yulee and ended saying: "You are welcome any- time." A classy lady indeed.. * * Things I Just Don't Get Department:. Why do Americans get so excited about celebrating the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo, which commemorates the Mexican Army's 1862 vic- tory over the French at the battle of Puebla. The Mexicans don't celebrate any U.S. holidays, so what the heck is this all about? Footballer Tim Tebow pro- claims his Christianity and is condemned. A professional basketball player proclaims his homosexuality and gets a call from the president. Huh? I don't care if he dresses in his sister's tutu, is gay, transgen- dered or whatever, but it ' might be interesting to learn where he showers after the games now. * * If you want to get satisfac- tion and make money in a career choice then consider the actuarial field, but to avoid misery, long hours and a dim future, steer clear of news ,i-ep oting, o so says ......... yCartherCast.comi as reported by the Wall Street Journal a WEFFER.COM Easy Financing Available $0 DOWN DELIVERS 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited Clean SUV, Fully loaded On Sale $12,450 oe0 Lexus HA 40ur Very Clean, Fully Loaded Now Only $19,575 17 Toyota camry J V6, Low Miles 48,000 On sale $16,445 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5S Local trade, low miles, very clean On sale $14,995 2009 Audi 07 3.6 Nice Luxury Car, Very Clean On Sale $31,500 2010 Ford Focus SE Low miles, great on gas Now $14,500 Hybrid, low miles, Nothing better on fuel Save BIG at only $22,995 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE Fully Loaded, Low miles On Sale Now $21,250 Your car nerea We sell all makes and models 2011 Kia Sorento LX Only 28,000 miles, Fully loaded Now Only $19,500 2011 Subaru Forester Premium Only 12000 miles, Loaded On sale at $23,995' 0il rFora Flex Limirea Low Miles, Fully loaded On Sale $26,400 2011 Honda Accord LX 5 speed, fully loaded, low miles On sale $17,550 2ui2 Jeep Liberty Limnead Low Miles, Like new On Sale $22,450 2012 Chrysler 300 Touring Very Clean with Only 16000 miles Now on Sale at $22,995 2013 Dodge Charger R/T V8, Less then 5,000 miles On Sale $33,995 2013 Toyota Tundra Grade Almost brand New, Low Miles On Sale Now $35,500 2013 Lexus GS 350 Clean with Low miles On Sale Now $43,995 M Jeep ______________ -7See dealer for complete details. All pay enys are based on $2,000 down, STOYOTA EHEVROLET. plus tax, tag & title and fees, WAC, and terms vay from 60 to 72 months TOYOTA ^]H LCHVROLET. *^BH- couple of weeks ago. CareerCast compiled its annu- al list of the 200 best and worst jobs of 2013 using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other govern- ment sources and based it on five criteria: physical demands, work environment, income, stress and hiring out- look. Actuaries came in first and newspaper reporters dead last, just behind lumberjacks. So what the heck does an actuary do? As far as I can determine they estimate the outcome of insurable events. In other words, they deter- mine the odds, so make friends with an actuary and take 'em to Vegas. The list puts bartenders at 150th, sea- men at 163rd and bank tellers at. 162nd, just a couple of steps below the 160th spot of garbage collectors. * * Startling Statistic Department: As if things weren't bad enough for jour- nalists, a recent issue of the Economist says in 1980 there were roughly the same num- ber of PR workers as journal- ists in the United States while today the ratio is four PR workers for every news reporter, with the embattled writers now overpowered by' flaks pitching drivel mostly designed to inflate the egos of their CEOs. I've been on both sides and know that those PR folks with no jour- nalism experience give the rest a very bad name as these gladhanders don't understand why their company's mediocre quarterly earnings didn't merit a positive front page story. * * Look up the word "stupid" in the dictionary and there's probably a picture of Beshaw Ogbonna, an Alpharetta, Ga., resident who stole $3,000 from his Wal-Mart employer and then posted a picture of himself on Facebook holding the cash with a caption saying "I love my job." Surveillance cameras in the Atlanta subur- ban store showed Mr. Ogbonna taking the cash from , the-registers. His'Facebeok page is no longer- active.---- davidnscomgbellsouth.net FRIDAY, MAY 10; 2013 OPINION News-Leader FLORIDA'S OLDEST WEEKLY NEWSPAPER ESTABLISHED IN 1854 The News-Leader is published with pride weekly for the people of Nassau County by Community Newspapers, Inc., Athens, Georgia. We believe that strong newspapers build strong communi- ties -"Newspapers get things done" Our primary goal is to publish distinguished and profitable community-oriented newspapers. This mission will be accomplished through the teamwork of professionals dedicated to the truth, integrity, qual- ity and hard work.. FoY R. MALOY JR.. PUBLISHER MICHAEL PARNELL, EDITOR MIKE HANKINS. ADVERTISING DIRECTOR ROBERT FIEGE. PRODUCTION DIRECTOR BOB TIMPE. CIRCULATION DIRECTOR I ANGELINE MUDD. BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER SIAN PERRY. ASSISTANT EDITOR BETH JON ES. SPORTS EDITOR TOM WOOD CHAIRMAN DINK NESMITH PRESIDENT CNI Communi ty C N INewspapers, Incorporated The views expressed by the columnists and letter writers on this page are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the newspaper, its owners oremployees Whatwouldyou face danger or? I heard a story on the radio the other day about a man who faced extreme danger while enjoying his favorite hobby. In search of the elusive Imperial wood- pecker, this avid birdwatcher deliberately placed himself in harm's way by traveling through territory inhabited by dangerous . drug cartels in Mexico's Sierra Madre moun- tains. Being a bird lover myself, the lure of see- ing one of these uncommon birds in its natu- ral habitat is understand- able. They are thought to be nearly extinct and are rarely ever spotted. Listening to the story, I asked myself if I would have done the same thing. While it might be thrilling to actually see a real live Imperial wood- NEWS- pecker, I like the idea of remaining a real live person ROOM too much to follow in that VJEWS particular avian aficionado's .. footsteps ... . But then I asked myself HeatherA. what do I like doing enough Perry to risk my life over? Usually bird watching ranks right up there with stamp collecting and crocheting when discussing safe hob- :bies. Aside from a bad case of poison ivy or 'the occasional encounter with unexpected !wildlife, it poses no real danger to the hobby- ist. Other hobbies are not quite as tame. :Consider base jumping or wingsuit flying. These adrenaline junkie delights involve Jeaping off tall buildings, antennas, spans, 'and cliffs with a small parachute strapped to your back. If that chute fails to open, you're history. i In comparison to these death-defying ;activities, noodling seems positively bland :but apparently it's quite popular with outdoor ,types. Noodling is freehand fishing in water 'often frequented by snakes or other danger- ous aquatic critters. The noodler feels around with their feet to 'locate a large hole in which a catfish has .made its home. Once the hole has been locat- ed, the noodler dives underwater and wig- ;gles their fingers in the hole, inviting the cat- ;fish to latch on so this very annoyed fish can then be hauled to the surface. Catfish can weigh up to 50-70 pounds, so *if the noodler can catch one without (a) run- 'ning out of breath (b) encountering a snake '(c) having their arm torn up by the catfish's powerful mouth, they'll be rewarded with a .tasty dinner enough to feed a crowd. As for me, I think I'll sit back in my com- fortable recliner and watch the humming- 'birds, cardinals, blue jays and other birds at 'the feeders on my porch and leave the pur- suit of the Imperial woodpecker to younger, ,more daring souls like those who jump off $buildings for fun. Heather A. Perry is a reporter at the News- Leader. typet@fbnewsleadercom SERVING YOU 'Nassau County Commissioners: Danny Leeper, District 1-Fernandina Beach, 261-8029 (h), 430-3868 (cel), email: dleeper@nassaucountyfl.com Steve Kelley, District 2-Amelia Island, Nassauville, O'Neil, 277-3948 (h), 556-0241 (cell), email: skelley@nassaucourtyfl.com Pat Edwards, District 3-Yulee, 335-0260 (cell), email: pedwards@nassaucountyfl.com Barry Holloway, District 4- Hilliard, Bryceville, Boulogne, 879-3230 (h), 753-1072 (cell), email: bholloway@nassaucountyfl.com Walter J. Boatright, District 5-Callahan, S879-2564 (h), 753-0141 (cell), Semail: wboatright@nassaucountyfl.com S LETTERS WELCOME ? Send letters by e-mail to: ?nparnell@fbnews leader.com or mail letters to: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 766. Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 SOn line at fbnewsleader.com VOICE OF THE PEOPLE NEWS LEADER "Continue to Hoard & Hide?" Again, where? This comes as close to directly accusing the BOCC of' malfeasance as anything written in the last 10 years. Since we see new recommendations to use the' reserves to handle budget short- falls, it is difficult to see where any "hoarding" is taking place. And as for "hiding," the county's budget process is long and cumbersome, but it is the epitome of transparen- cy, and all financial books and records are audited by an inde- pendent outside auditor. I'm fi-ankly surprised the commissioners didn't Tash-Bang' Crawford Having attended the county's budget workshop on Monday, April 29, I was interested in seeing what the News-Leader would report regarding Clerk of the Courts John Crawford's long-awaited "answer" to the reported $9 million shortfall. for fiscal year 2013-14. 1 think there is "good news and bad news" in the related story which appeared in the May 3 edition of our paper. The good news is reporter Garrett Pelican did an excellent job of accurately report- ing exactly what Mr. Crawford had to say in his presentation. The bad news is, through no fault of Pelican, the thrust of the story is misleading when it comes to representing the county's true fiscal health. There is no "$44 million cushion." As many readers will remember, Mr. Crawford and I have had lively discussions on many issues in the past, especially during my term as a county commissioner. We didn't always agree, but he was consistent in his positions (a trait I admire). One of his major axioms was to only fund recurring expenses with recur- ring revenues. As recently as six weeks ago he reaffirmed his sup- port for this conservative fiscal pol- icy. However, in his most recent pres- entation in the budget workshop, he quietly abandoned that position and recommended the FY 13/14 budget be balanced by using $6.3 million from the 1-cent sales tax and $2.7 million from reserves (usually considered "non-recurring"). Crawford has always considered reserves sacrosanct, and lectured against using them to balance the budget. However, he now favors this approach because, he says, "the county has $44 million in the bank." Even reporter Pelican noted that while Crawford now says, "We're not in a fiscal mess," it was only six weeks ago when he told commis- sioners, "You're in a scary mess right now." What changed? Taxpayers need to know two things about these announcements: First, if you believe there was a sud- den discovery of $44 million cash sit- ting in the county's bank accounts, you need to understand that most of that amount is already allocated, or encumbered, and is not readily avail- able for other uses. Secondly, while Mr. Crawford presented a slick PowerPoint presentation to the com- missioners, his "new recommenda- tions" to balance the FY 13/14 budg- et are not really new, and they are not original. This same strategy was used by the BOCC to balance last -year's budget, and it is among the . options already being considered to balance FY 13/14. So if this approach has been suc- cessfully used before, is there any reason not to adopt it again? The biggest reason not to repeat it is it's not sustainable. You can't keep going to the well (i.e., reserves) if you're not going to replenish it That was one of the reasons Mr. Crawford opposed such use in the past. There's another area of discus- sion, and that deals with Mr. Crawford's definition of "discre- tionary spending," which he defines as anything beyond core services. That narrow definition basically excludes any type of maintenance on our aging infrastructure. Deferred maintenance means higher costs to taxpayers down the line when equip- ment and buildings begin to fail. His presentation had one slide which said the county should "Create/ Implement a Stabilization Fund: A Fund to Use During Times of Temporary Revenue Shortfalls." It would seem as though the county already has such a fund, and it's called "Reserves," but it is slowly being diminished with each pass- ing budget cycle. As Mr. Crawford concluded his PowerPoint presentation, he lobbed the equivalent of what law enforce- ment calls a "Flash-Bang Grenade." If you've ever watched the cop shows on TV, or the-nightly news, you've seen police go up to a build- ing and throw in a device that goes off with a blinding flash and an ear- splitting explosion. The purpose of a "Flash-Bang" is not to injure any- one, but to simply stun, disorient and confuse the target, while divert- ing attention from the thrower. No one does this better than Mr. Crawford. For example, at the end of his presentation he flashed a slide which said, "We Can Continue to Tax & Spend, Hoard & Hide, or We Can Sustain & Stabilize!" "Continue to Tax & Spend?" Where? Even in the face of declining ad valorem tax revenues, your BOCC has not raised the millage rate in five years, nor has it taken on a penny of new debt. Those are pret- ty impressive accomplishments. Mr. Crawford then talked about poli- cies that are unfair to taxpayers, say- ing that they (the commissioners) were the only five that could change the policies he suggested. We had an enlightening presen- tation, now let's hope the commis- sioners are wise enough to follow his suggestions. God bless America. Pat Eubank Fernandina Beach sion of what is best for the future of Amelia Island. I would like to express gratitude to the many local business owners that have expressed their support to me personally and to members of my family. Many believe in my father's vision and respect his per- sonal courage for being willing to come forward publicly with such a controversial idea. Brandon Allisonr Amelia Island One more RV opinion , R~V VJlUR&t. challenge Mr. Crawford on this base- less accusation. Finally, most legitimate econo- mists do not agree with Mr. Crawford's rosy prediction that the Local economy is already stabilizing. So, as far as his plan of "Sustain & Stabilize" goes, few believe that to continue to raid the reserves is a prudent way to ensure long-term financial sustainability for the coun- ty. Flash! Don't look behind the cur- tain. Bang! Try looking over there. Mike Boyle Amelia Island Workable solutions' I have recently been research- ing something called the CAFR (Compre-hensive Annual Financial Report), which is a-thorough and detailed presentation of the state's financial condition. It reports on the activities and balances of any public agency, courthouses, schools, city, county and states for each fiscal year. The business of borrowing and raising taxes makes no sense, once we know about those special funds in the CAFR. In the private sector bad planning causes embarrassing disasters, in government it is a tac- tic for raising revenues. What I learned is the compre-, hensive disclosure of government financial operations has been delib- erately concealed and kept from the American people by the government financial agencies as well as by the syndicated media. Regarding the federal government, the scope is huge; the personal financial impact is of vital concert to all of us. Government's income in invest- ments is now twice as much as rev- enue from taxes. We could stop pay- ing taxes tomorrow and the government would still have twice'as much revenue and wealth as it needs to operate today. They are' brilliant with the names like "Emergency Funds," "Back Up Funds," "Set Aside Funds," "Pension Funds," "Discretionary Funds." That secret amount grows daily. Government is no longer a tax and spend operation, it is now a tax, spend and steal operation. I encour- age you to go to YouTube for more CAFR information. I stated the above to tell you the following: Last Monday, April 29,2013, John A Crawford, Nassau County Clerk of Courts/Comptroller, gave a "Budget Strategies Presentation." He showed News-Leader articles say- ing "Shrinking property tax rev- enues could lead the county com- mission to cut costs and hike taxes to fend off the $9 million budget hole for fiscal year 2013-14." The second, "County mulls gas, fire taxes." The article said the county commissioners agreed they need- ed to do something to plug the hole in the budget and on the same page it stated that the county added $3.8 million to its expenditures. Mr. Crawford said you can't be increas- ing expenditures if we are in such a hole, and added you are not in a fiscal crisis, you are going to be OK." Mr. Crawford then went on to talk about "sustainability" and "alter- native strategies." He then took the $9 million deficit and showed them precisely how they could reduce it to shortfall of a little over $900,000. Then he showed a reserves capital plan with $44 million in what he called "cash in the bank." He then showed another News-Leader arti- cle from July 2012 where Commissioner Danny Leeper said, "We have a number in the reserves that hopefully we can use to our advantage; it's a portion of the money we have already taken. So let's use it to advance a further year to continue to build reserves in the future." He had several workable solu- tions and I came away from the meeting thinking that is "true trans- parency" coming from an elected official to help the commissioners refrain from unnecessary taxation. \V VUilLU..k,,1 I have been following the RV resort controversy at a distance. My husband and I are Fernandina Beach residents on an extended trip in our RV. I have read with amusement and dismay the opinion that many peo- ple seem to have about RVers. My experience has been that RVers are like-any other group of people. They cut across the socioeconomic spec- trum associated with any other group. Anyone saying anything dif- ferent shows how few Rvers they have known. We have found them to be'friendly, kind people. I do object to the comments made about RV volunteers. My hus- band and I are on our third year as RV volunteers and we take great pride in the work we do. ; ; I don't know of any travel pro- grams that are designed the way the RV volunteer network is. As a volunteer we commit to work a spe- cific number of hours in a location for a set period of time. Many RV volunteers are full-time volun- teers. Our work is varied. We have worked with Habitat for Humanity, state parks and historic sites, golf courses and horse ranches. We have mowed lawns, painted and general maintenance, administra- tive and computer work, interpretive tours, cleaned beaches, rescued pel- icans, filled divots on golf courses and cleaned bathrooms. Many state and national parks could not stay open if not for the efforts of the RV volunteers. In regard to the feasibility of opening an RV resort I agree that less development is good. I don't think anyone would argue that Mother Nature is better than most things that are built by man. But if the area is to be developed then an RV resort is a better option than many. Pat Aylor Fernandina Beach Do the right things I was saddened when I heard about my friend's cat. His neighbor scooped it up thinking it was a feral/stray cat, not noticing it was very friendly and well taken care of. She took it to Cats Angels to have her spayed. The same day my friend found out and called Cats Angels right away to let them know a mis- take had been made and that was his black, fluffy cat. It took two days for Cats Angels to call my friend back only to say someone had already adopted his cat and they paid $200 for adoption fees, not that Cats Angels would contact the person they adopted the cat out to, to tell them to bring the cat back, a mistake Was made and it's already someone else's cat and give them their $200 back. My friend's wife called several times telling Cats Angels her hus- band misses his cat and wants her back. It's his cat. It's been a month and a half now and my friend still does not have his cat back. As a matter of fact, Cats Angels did not even return her last call. To Cats Angels, it's like, No Big Deal; the cat got a new home. Well, it is a big deal to my friend! It's his cat! I do believe Cats Angels should fix this mistake like they should have in the beginning! They know who adopted thiscaL. Bring it back home to my f-iend! And its home! Its rightful home! Megan Smith Yulee After we have explained, and re- explained, and explained again what a Class "A" RV resort is, and how we as a family might be willing to devel- op one sensibly on our island, we have been surprised at the contin- ued negative letters to the editor (April 24 and 26 News-Leader, as well as recent editions). Many of these letters were filled with cruel sarcasm and unnecessary mockery. In addition, we were shocked to hear of the discourteous online com- mentary, some of which had to be removed because it was so offen-. sive and/or aggressive (Facebook: Amelia Island Fernandina Beach Network). As much as we would like to respond to each and every one of the relentless and undeserving com- ments -we will refrain. Most do not, deserve a response. It is almost as if someone screamed the word "trail-. er park" and everyone that heard it jammed cotton in their ears, and then raced to their computers to write one more senseless letter to the newspaper. What the opposition has continued to describe and show pictures of as the "Soon To Be Coming RV Park" is in reality a vision all their own. Ironically, we don't want their invented RV park on Amelia Island either. The photo image in the NO RV bumper stick- er is an obvious lie intended to shape public opinion. The people respon- sible for producing such dishonest material intended to deliberately mislead others should be ashamed of themselves. My father is a man of integrity who always follows through. If he says that he will construct one of the most beautifully landscaped, safe and clean RV resorts in the country, that is exactly what he will do. To suggest that he would ever do any- thing to damage Amelia Island when everything he has done in his entire career has had exactly the opposite effect is ridiculous. His development work has proven over and over again that he is willing to address pressing community problems with his own money, his own energy, and his own ideas. Many do not know or have for- gotten that when the downtown waterfront was a mass of broken- down docks, garbage and stinking mud flats, everyone else sat on their hands, but my father stepped up to the plate. He raised millions of dol- lars in private funds and govern- ment grants to clean up the mess and build the Fernandina Harbor Marina and Brett's restaurant. Downtown is forever better off as a result of his vision and hard work. This is true community leadership which you won't find anywhere near City Hall. No living person in Nassau County has saved or planted as many trees as he has. I know that it has already been mentioned, but it is worth mentioning again, that he is the developer of the most beauti- fully wooded and most natural neigh- borhoods in our county, in which all of the large and mature trees remain. He honestly cares for the land, and for its natural beauty that should remain protected. Any RV resort he might build would be meticulously planned to protect the local forest and would be another development just like all the others he has built and that everyone in our community is proud of. My father deserves more respect than what many News-Leader letter writers have shown. The hostile tone and vitriol in their letters doesn't belong anywhere in Fernandina Beach or in any reasonable discus- ITZ0*4 COMMUNITY FRIDAY. MAY 10, 2013/NEWS-LEADER See hand of Lord deliver us from adversity H e that hath made the Earth by His powers has established the world by Hlis wisdom and hath stretched out the heav- ens by His understanding. All of us occasionally find ourselves in a position where it appears we are outnumbered, outclassed and headed for defeat. But thanks be to God, that is not the final report for those of us who will split the ear with sound. Wheniwe shout out in the midst of seeming disas- ter, God immediately hears and comes on the scene to confirm His covenant with us. The truth is we cannot shout that loudly if we do not have a covenant with God. It is confidence in the covenant that inspires us to shout when fear tries so desperately to be the order of the day. When we know our covenant, we will Festival.. art show winners named Even with the terrific rain Saturday, participants in the Fine Arts and Crafts Show at the 2013 Shrimp Festival had their work dis- played and judging took place. Everyone was sur- prised that so many onlook- ers were also out and about. Here is the list of the winners: Best of Show - Overall, John DeVere, cate- Sgory: Wood 1st Place All "Categories, Patricia Karnes, category: Jewelry 2nd Place All Categories, Glen Purdy, category: Mixed Media 3rd Place All Categories, Kate Karney, category: oil 1st Place Painting - Oil (Judges Choice Award) Kenneth Auchman 1st Place Painting - Acrylics (Judges Choice Award) Alan Lin 1st PlacegPainting >. Watercolor (Judges Choice Award) Elizabeth Kershaw 1st Place Mixed Media, Drawing & Printmaking (Judges Choice Award) Rhonda Bristol 1st Place Metal (Judges Choice Award) Randy Pardue 1st Place Jewelry (Judges Choice Award) Marilyn Villancourt 1st Place Wood (Judges Choice Award) Barry Harding 1st Place Creative Crafts (Judges Choice Award) Magali Groves 1st Place Fiber Art (Judges Choice Award) Suzanne Bellows 1st Place Glass (Judges Choice Award) Bill Slade & Bill Tackett 1st Place Pottery (Judges Choice Award) Bill Hurb 1st Place Photography (Judges Choice Award) Mark Thomas The weather Sunday was warm, sunny and delightful. Everyone was _. pleased! To learn more about the show, organized : by the Island Art : Association, visit : www.islandart.org. Declare God HIimself is with us for our cap- taini; Ito fight a Covenant child is to ']fight against thle Lord God and they shall not prosper. It does not matter if it appears the ene- NOWAND tly is before you and behind you. When we THEN covenant men and women cry to the Maybelle Lord, when the new breed of priest sounds Kirkland the trumpet, we split the ears of the enemy with the sound loud enough to reach the ear of our Father, whose ear is unaffect- ed by the sound except to respond to it on behalf of His children. Lift up your voice, splil th' ears of the enemy and watch Ihe land olf the LIord deliver us from every adversity. Thank God be- cause lie made us and, because of it, we can stand confident His comfort is ours; the enemy is confused because he can't rattle us. Let us continue to shout our praises in the midst of every effort of the enemy, for we'know that He will con- tend with any one who contends with us. ' The family of the late Bro. Joseph Rauls and Sis. Queenie Williams thank you, their family and many friends, for all your acts of kindness shown to them during their hours of bereavement. Birthday wishes to Kylinda Sharper, Arlene Jordan, Laurine Williams, Ken- dall Harris, Velvet Holland-Brown, Min- nie Johnson, Jerrick Jones, Altamese Hlolmes, Daisy Maxwell and Happy Mother's Day. Tasty fundraiser for Micah's Place SUI-lMITEI E Winners from last year's event include Best Savory Taste: Frank and Sandy Malone for their Corn Bread Casserole dish; Best Dessert: Mary Potochnik for her Chocolate Marshmallow Brownies; and Best Presentation: the Micah's Place Cookbook Committee. Join Micah's Place for its second annual "A Savory Taste" event to help raise funds for its programs and services, on Saturday, May 18 at the Woman's Club of Fernandina Beach, 201 Jean LaFitte Ave., behind the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. Enjoy tasting of great food, a variety of fine wine and beer and listen to beau- tiful, soothing music by Amelia Island's renowned sax player, Gabriel Arnold. Guest tIhefs will prepare culinary selections of appe- tizers, entrees and desserts. Participating restaurants Gourmet Gourmet, Horizon's and Peterbrooke Chocolatier, along with Micah's Iadies Auxiliary and other local organiza- tions, will make delicious offerings from the Micah's Place cookbook, A Savory Taste. Again this year, guests will get to vote for their favorite recipes. A variety of awards will be given to the favorite "chefs." Exhibitors will decorate their tables based on a theme that relates to their recipe and/or business or group. Advance tickets are $35 (all inclusive), or $40 the day of the event. Tickets can i .'..* I .. I i 'it the ; Purple lDove Resale Center, next to Dick's Wings Restaurant in Yulee, or con- tact Kelly Monti at project- coordinator@micahsplace.o rg or 491-6:364, ext. 102. Visit www.micahsplace.org for more information. BIG STRIDES FOR TAKE STOCK Take Stock in Children/Nassau received an award for its first annual Strides for Education 5K Beach Walk/Run. The award for Best First Strides 2012 was presented to Jody Mackle, program coordinator, by the . Take Stock in Children State Office at the state conference in Tallahassee. The Strides for Education 5K Beach Walk/Run was held on Dec. 8 at Main Beach in Fernandina. There were approximately 100 participants including students, mentors, family and serious runners. Sponsors were Arlington Toyota, Amelia Island Yacht Basin, Current Running, the News- Leader, Advanced Rehabilitation and TJ Maxx. Money raised at the event will be used for scholarships for Nassau County stu- dents. Take Stock in Children/Nassau hits provided college scholarships to more than 150 -students over the last 15 years. Another 160 Take Stock scholars are in Nassau County's four middle and high schools. Arlene Filkoff, chair of the TSIC Leadership Council, Bob Schmonsees, chair of the Strides for Education, and Mackle, from left, are picturedl with the Best First Strides 2012 award. 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BUDDY KELLUM President 802 S., 8th Street (904) 261-0242 Femandina Beach, FL 32034 Fax (904) 261-0291 FAMILY DENTISTRY D 11 FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN IacIcock Most Insurances Accepted HOM FR NIT U RE Call For Appointment Dr. Robert Friedman 904-261-6956 A1A at Bailey Rd. 512057 Is Ilwy I, Callahan, I1, FREEMAN Steve Johnson Automotive WELL DRILLERS, INC. 1505 S 14th Street 261-5216 Rock & Artesian Wells Fernandina Beach, FL Pump Insallations & Repair 904-277-9719 606 S. 61h Street 904-277-9719 Femandna Beach, FL 32034 IProludly Stlppolilg O"ur (Comi ltillty '- i / / t/ Cd/,,/C Ut- /.. ,.///,/>i'lr{ WEDDING Mr. and Mrs. Frink Frink-Wrilght Mr. and Mrs. Neil Frink (Joyce) of Fernandina Beach announce the marriage of their son, Sharif Adam Frink, to Dania Janae Wright, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Wright (Soroya) of Hayward, Calif. The nuptials took place on Saturday, April 20, 2013, in Negril, Jamaica, at 5 p.m. The destination wedding was attended by a large contin- gent of family members and friends. Sharif Frink graduated from Florida A&M University with a bachelor's degree in communications. He received an MBAfrom Golden Gate University in San Francisco. The groom is employed by California Telephone Access Program. The bride, Dania Wright, graduated from Loyola Marymount in Southern California. She is currently attending San Francisco University for her master's degree. She is employed by the Oakland Youth Center. The newlywed couple will reside in Hayward, Calif. Marine Corps Pfc. Tra- vis R. Mahoney of Fernandina Beach earned the title of U.S. Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., on March 1. For 13 weeks, Mahoney stayed committed during some of the world's most demanding entry-level mili- tary training in order to be transformed fromncivilian.to Marmin' I' -ril .1 with priide. discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commit- ment. Training included close- order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swim- ming, military history, cus- toms and courtesies. One week prior to gradua- tion, Mahoney endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits' minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time. Upon completion of boot- camp, Mahoney was promot- ed to the rank of Private First Class. After gradu- ation, Maho- ney reported to Camp Geiger, N.C., where he re- S. cieved further training in the infantry field, Mahoney including development of basli combat skills and'battle- fickd'oieration I s and -' .' and experiencing use of vari- ous weapons and weapons defenses available to the Marine Corps. Mahoney is currently sta- tioned in 29 Palms, Calif., where he is receiving instruc- tions in his chosen field of telecommunications. Mahoney is the son of the late Wendy Spence Mahoney and Walter Mahoney of Fern- andina Beach. Mahoney has a sister, Victoria Mahoney of St. Marys, Ga., and a brother Jeremy Andrew Mahoney of Fernandina Beach. He is a 2012 graduate of Fernandina Beach High School. CAMPUS NOTES Nicholas Syme of Fern- Flagler seniors at the spring andina Beach graduated commencement ceremony with a bachelor of arts degree held April 20 at the St.: from Flagler College. Syme Augustine Amphitheatre in was one of approximately 386 St. Augustine. * ART WORKS Photogaphyclasses The slate of nature photog- raphy classes for the 7th annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival, set for May 17-19, is now posted at www.wild amelia.com. There are new offerings, some new profes- sional instructors and a never-before offered behind- the-scenes early morning "Zoo Photography" work- shop. Class size is limited. Classes are offered each day of the three-day festival at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. Workshops are held on location. For questions contact Steve Leimberg, coor- dinator, at 491-0,174 or steve'a UJnSeen mages.com. Jutied show The theme for the next Island Art Association Nou- veau Show will be "Water- views." Membership is not required to submit your art- work in any medium on June 3 from 9 a.m.-inoon at (lihe IAA Gallery, 18 N. Second St. This is a juried show with cash awards for Best of Show, first,, second and third place. Go to www.islandart.org. Nouveau art show 'T'he Nouveau Art Show "Wildlife" is on view through May at the Island Art Associa- tion Gallery, 18 N. Second St Judge of the show was local naturalist Pat Foster Turley.: Visit www.islandart.org for ! information, or call 261-7020j Kids'art&more The Island Art Associatioi Youth Program list for May includes: Monday, May 13. Afternoon Art, led by Susanz Dahl, for ages 6-12: 1:30-3 p.m. and 3:30-5 p.m. Saturday, May 18, Children's Art, led by Diane- I hamburg, for ages 6-12; 10-1f; a.m. and 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m Saturday, May 18, Middle School Art, led by Diane I lamburg, for ages 10t 14; 1-2:15 p.m. Monday, May 20, Preschool Art, led by Susan Dahl, for ages 3-5 (with an adult); 10:45-11:45 a.m. To register call the IAA Gallery, 261-7020. The IEducation Center is located next to the gallery at 18 N. Second St. Also available at tlie I Education Center is the Pl)rtrait Workshop, Tuesdayi nights and occasional Saturday. Contact Paul MNassing at 321-0738. Thursday is open studio from 9 a.m.-noon. Contact Gretchen Williaius at 491- 3171. MILITARY NEWS Welcome to Qod's House I 11.1 1 Qhy.rlcl Abbly (:Girp l1 FRIDAY, MAY 10,2013/News-Leader 9A HOMES Shoredcleanup Wild Amelia, in partner- ship with Keep Nassau Beautiful and Fort Clinch State Park, will sponsor an Adopt-a-Shore Cleanup on May 11 at 10 a.m. on the beach at Fort Clinch. Volunteers are wanted to assist with this beach cleanup 'and entry fees to the park will ;'be waived for volunteers. -Meet at the pier parking lot at :10 a.m. Bags and gloves will be provided.. The 7th anntial Wild Amelia Natute Festival will take place May 17-19 at ven- ues on and around Amelia Island. For more information about the festival and the beach cleanup, go to www.wildamelia.com, the Wild Amelia Facebook page Sor the "Sustainable Nassau" and "Beachkeepers Fernan- dina Beach" Facebook pages. Walkin' Nassau Join Walkin' Nassau for a ,special event and walk at the grand opening of the new Amelia Island bike/walk trail on May 11. Meet at Peters Point off South Fletcher Avenue, Amelia Island, at 8:30 a.m. to sign in. Following the ceremonies enjoy a 2.6-mile walk. Walkin' Nassau will have a table at the event with. club information and member- ships. Walkin' Nassau T-shirts will be available for $15. For information.contact Jane - Bailey at dnjbailey@mind- spring.com or at 261-9884. _Shark teeth Why are we fascinated with monsters and the myste- rious? They creep into our dreams and thoughts; we seek ..out souvenirs and keep our eyes on the horizon for a glimpse of them. Join a park ranger for a distission on the different types ofshark teeth that can be found on the area's beaches on May 11 at 2 p.m. at the Ribault Club on Fort-George Island Cultural State Park. No reservations are neces- "_sryapd the program is free. g ,-,r ',ilt,],rii contact the:, Talbot Islands Ranger Station at (904) 251-2320. Plant clinic On May 20, County Extension Director/Horticul- ture Extension Agent Becky Jordi will conduct a Plant Clinic from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Yulee Extension Office (A1A and Pages Dairy Road). All county residents are invited to bring plant samples showing problems in their landscapes. Problems will be identified and solutions offered. There is no fee for this service. For information call (904) 879-1019. Master Gardeners are on phone duty "Fridays, at 491-7340. J3ike month events A national bike month proclamation will be present- ed at the Fernandina Beach City Commission meeting May 21 at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 204 Ash St. The presentation Swill be early on the agenda so participants can plan to have dinner downtown afterwards. Consider wearing your Noi)th Florida Bicycle Club cycliing jersey or your Amelia Island Trail T-shirt. As part of the National Bike Month for the Fer'nan- dina Beach community, there will also be a community bike ride on May 18 starting at 8:30 a.m. at Main Beach. This is part of the regularly sched- uled NFBC ride that morning. As always, bicycle helmets are .required as well as a bike in safe working condition. Many activities are planned in May, including the official opening of the Amelia Island Trail on May 11 at 8:30 a.m. at Peters Point, 4600 Peters Point Road. The public is invited. Adopt a shore Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch in partnership with Keep Nassau Beautiful will conduct an "Adopt A Shore" beach cleanup on May 25 starting at 10 a.m. Participants will assemble at the Dolphin Avenue parking lot at Main Beach. This event is open to the public. Bags and gloves will be provided. For information contact Beachkeepersfernandinabeac h@rocketmail.com. World War II event Fort Clinch State Park will host a Memorial Day week- end program on May 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and May 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to honor the men and women who served in World War II. Visitors can explore military displays, view memorabilia and learn about the uniforms, weapons, vehicles and lifestyle of those who were part of the war during the 1940s. Admission to the park is $6 per vehicle at the front gate and $2 per person to enter the fort. Children under 6 are free. For information contact the park at 277-7274 or visit www.floridastateparks.org. Master Gardeners help tion answered and can't wait until the next Plant Clinic? The Extension's website has many questions and answers from Rebecca Jordi's "Garden Talk" column, at http://nas- sau.ifas.ufl.edu/horticul- ture/questions/questions.htm 1. Master Gardeners.are on office duty on Fridays, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Call 491-7340, or stop by the Yulee Extension office for help with your land- scape questions. This is a free service to the public. Wildlife habitats Learn how to attract but- terflies and birds and other desirable wildlife to your gar- dens and make your yard a "Certified Wildlife Habitat." To schedule her presentation, community groups and gar- den clubs should contact Bea Walker, a Master Gardener -volunteer with Nassau County Extension Service, at bwalk- erl05@bellsouth.net, or 321- 2266. Walker's own backyard has received both the Wildlife Habitat and Florida-Friendly Landscaping certifications. SEA TURTLE RELEASE TODAY PHOTO BY KATHY BROOKS/FORTHE NEWS.LEADER The Georgia Sea Turtle Center, in partnership with Wild Amelia, will send three rehabilitated sea turtles back to their ocean home today at 1 p.m. at Main Beach in Fernandina. This release, previously unscheduled, is needed to relieve crowding at the Sea Turtle Center, due to standings of sick turtles during the unusually cool spring weather. There will also be a release on Friday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m. at the. same location to kickoff the seventh annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival next week- end. Both releases are free and open to the public; come early to get a good place on the ropeline to see this remarkable event and wish the turtles a safe journey home. 4 SEA IR HOPtE. v ~~I. .t: .P Jchn I larl n ch ,1 o, d ]j ,l rL '5t . 90 +-06-817 ... .., .': g n . , 608 S. 8th Street Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034 www.ACfRFL.com (904) 261-2770 Phil Griffin Broker phil@acrfl.com (904) 556-9140 COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT LEASING SALES HOME & GARDEN BRIEFS Expect utmost quality in this beautiful lakefront home. Over 4000 sq fl with 4 beds. 4.5 baths. Dramatic 2 story foyer with wood floors, fire- place, gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, surround sound and built-in TV. 2500( sq ft of outside living space with heated pool, spa, & summer kitchen all screened in and partially covered, overlooking large lake in the back of Marsh Lakes. One-of-a-kind details throughout this home were thoughtfully planned & executed, truly a builder's custom home with custom cabinetry and many upgrades with its own generator. MILS#57649 $948s000 S M, .-. McEWE Cell (904) 994-2505 Top Producer S'SusanMcEwen@WatsonRealtyCorp.com Wild Nite Tuesday "The Amazing Horseshoe Crab" will be the topic of the final Wild Nite lecture on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Peck Center Auditorium, 516 South 10th St. Guest speaker will be Ranger Daniel Tardona, resource interpretive spe- cialist of the Timucuan Preserve. The Wild Nite lectures are held monthly leading up the seventh annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival, May 17-19. The horseshoe crab is this year's mascot. Maligned and misunder- stood, the horseshoe crab is actually helpful to humans and other living things. Their eggs are the primary food source for at least 11 species of migratory birds, and their bluebuelood is used in medical research to test-for pathogens in drugs and prosthetic devices. Over-harvesting of the females and beach erosion has led to a precipitous decline in some horseshoe crab populations. Visit www.wildamefia.com and the Wild Amelia Nature Festival Facebook page. k IAm, SPORTS 10A FRIDAY, MAY 10.2013 NI-;WS-LEADER/FI.;RNANDINA BEACH. FLORIDA McCarthy wins contest in perfect waves STEVE SJUGGERUD For the News-Leader We don't get perfect surf- ing conditions very often on Amelia Island, but on Sunday, the surf was perfect. Surfers dream about last week's stormy weather because storms like that can create bigsurf. The day after those storms pass, the surf- ing conditions can be perfect - and that's what happened over the weekend. The local surfers took advantage of it, running two surfing competitions back-to- back. Fernandina local Chris Igou was the star of the first event, heldby the Eastern Surfing Association. He won both the men's division and the prestigious open division. Skyler DeBerry had his best results ever, winning the junior men's division and fin- ishing second in the open division. Young Coby Hancock, who charged some of the bigger waves of the day, finished second in the boys division behind Sutton Kerlin; Hancock also did well ,n the open division. After the official ESA event, the surfers held anoth- er event, a Winner-Take-All event, where all Fernandina Beach locals were welcome to compete. The format was sim- . .- .- -, . i . f i.. . . COURTESY OF DRIIWOOD SURF S[HIOP With stylish surfing and one great barrel ride, IKHle McCarthy held off Eric llatton to win the Winner-Take-All surf contest. ple. Each surfer who wanted to compete put $20 into a hat and the winner got to keep all the money. In the final, Fernandina Beach surfing legends Kyle McCarthy and Eric Hatton took the lead early from younger surfers Kerlin and Igou, and they never looked back. McCarthy and Hatton traded the lead in the heat, steadily improving on their scores as the heat went along. That seemed to change when McCarthy found a long ride in the barrel on a bigger PHOTO BY CHERI ROYAL/SPECIAL With powerful turns like this, Chris Igou of Fernandina Beach won the open and men's divisions. wave, capping the ride off with a powerful off-the-lip cut- back. That likely put him in the lead bVt he needed two good waves to win. Hatton fought back, and may have regained the lead but McCarthy then backed up his barrel ride with another solid ride with a series of pow- erful cutbacks, throwing lots of spray off of his board and impressing the judges. In the end, McCarthy won the Winner-Take-All event. Pipeline Surf Shop, Driftwood Surf Shop and Tasty's restaurant provided * prizes for this event. The real winners on the' day were all the surfers of Fernandina Beach, who were treated to fantastic surfing conditions for a day. They may have to wait months until hurricane season to see ano- ther perfect day like Sunday. PHOTOS BY BETH JONES/NEWS-LEADER The annual Shrimp Festival 5K Run/Walk and the memorial Katie Caples one-mile youth run were held Saturday from Main Beach. It was rain or shine'for the running-faithful, who made their way down Tarpon Avenue to North Fletcher and back to Main Beach. 217 j" -. .. ,,, ,, , A I.d * *1 '4 Summer Games in Orlando F.,i two days inMay near- I', i..I01 athletes, coaches and lamniIl members from around -t -.t-ir.- w ilf'olnverge it" S l:,, I.., where athletes will ., ii,. i in track and field, I nnik. bocce, cycling, volley- bill aind soccer. Si:,i Summer Games is ih.- la gest single event i' II rIt sets the stage for acts i >,i:,i, age, triumph and joy il. i n,- rly 2,000 athletes as ih,-y .-hatter stereotypes atb, ut people with disabilities. Sp'-cial Olympics Florida is. Iil ing the annual State Suijiin r Games at ESPN's W\\i World of Sports May ILlS A.Xit ending fiom Nassau C. 'u rty are Caroline Lear, .i' -, ph SJ~eperis, Zachary St ki land, Dillian Clements, Dale Johnson, Mary Ann Wil- son. Matt Sankey, Stephanie Willaford, Kris Mitchell, Ver- non Starling, Cynthia Rave- neau and Melissa Wells. Coaches are Kathryn Thomp- kins, Kirk Mitchell and Matt Bellar. Marsha Wilson will attend as a volunteer. Opening ceremonies will also celebrate the 30-year tra- dition of the Law Enforce- ment Torch Run, as hundreds of officers guide the torch onto the field and ignite the Flame of Hope. This culmi- naling event will honor the officers who have traversed Florida, covering over 1,500 miles and 66 counties, work- ing to inspire communities and promote acceptance. "These games are not only about competition;'they are about showcasing the joy that can be experienced through sports and sharing that inspi- ration with others," said Special Olympics Florida CEO anid President Sherry Wheelock. Like all Special Olympic, competitive events, State Summer Games at ESPN's' Wide World of Sports are free to attend and open to the ptib- lic. For those Who are inter-; ested in attending as a voluti- teer, this is a great' opportunity for community groupsand families to get involved. Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to . children and adults with intel- lectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete or their caregiv- er, as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem, socialization skills, and the life skills necessary to be a productive, respected and contributing members of their communities. Visit www. specialolympicsflorida.org. SHRIMP FESTIVAL 5K FRIDAY, MAY 10. 2013 SPORTS News-Leader "I*iThe tity of Fernandina' ': Beach Recreation Depart- ment (www.fbfl.us) offers: Atlantic Center fitness room opens June 3. Precor treadmills and elliptical machines, Star Trac bikes, Hammer Strength plate loaded fitness machines and Magnum Fitness Biangular0 .:'Series machines. Open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. for aged .13 and up (13-15 with adult supervision; ages 16-17 unsu- pervised with waiver). Fee is $3 a day for city residents, $5 non-city; $25/31 per month; $120/150 for six months; or .$180/225 for a year., P Girls youth volleyball at Peck Gym Tuesdays and -Friday from 4-6 p.m. Program runs June 4-July 30 for ages 10-14. It is designed for seri- ous female volleyball players looking to improve their skills in preparation for middle and high school teams. Fee is $2 per person per day. Email :Rhonda Yrene at rhonda .yrene@gmail.com, Becky Curtis and rcurtisbjc@gmail. corn or Jerry Yarborough at jlyogi@hotmail.com. Soccer Made in America camp is June 24-28 at the Fernandina Beach athletic complex on Bailey Road. Camp is from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 4-17 and includes T- shirt. Bring soccer balls, water and shin guards. Fee is $155 for the first farfily member, "'$145 for the second. Register through June 21 at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center. Junior lifeguard program June 10-14 or July 8-12 at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center pool for ages 10-15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Friday due to field trips). Must be able to swim 25 yards con- tinuously and tread water for 'two minutes. Register at the center. Cost is $10 for city residents, $150 non-city. Snorkeling class for ages eight and up is July 1-3 at the Atlantic pool. Class is from 9- 9:50 a.rh. first two days, fol- Sowed by a full-day trip on the third to Ichetucknee River. Bring mask, fins and snorkel. Fee is $55 for city residents, $68 non-city (transportation and admission to Ichetucknee included in fee). Indoor soccer Wednes- days from 6-8 p.m. at Peck ,Gym. Fee is $2 for city resi- dents, $5 non-city, Mini-tournament Wed- SENIOR SALUTE SUBMITrED The Fernandina Beach High School softball 'teain honored its seniors during the last week of the' regular season. They include, from left, Kayla Hutchinson, Alexus Blue, Laurice Rolon, Hannah Peeples and Ashley Griffin. FDSL Fellowship Game Saturday The Family Driven Soft- ball League will host its sec- ond annual Fellowship Game -Saturday at.11 a.m. at the soft- ,ball grounds at Springhill Baptist Church.on Old Nassauville Road. This will be a day full of "-downhome Christian fun, starting at 9 a.m. with a home run derby. Anyone can enter. Participants'get 10 attempts (balls) for $10: At 11 a.m. there will be a "opposite field" hitting con- test. Same rules apply as any- one can enter and will get 10, attempts to hit closest to the foul line (10 balls for $10). The day will climax with the Fellowship Game. Each team from the FDSL has -selected two members (one male and one female) to rep- resent its squad in this game. In typical FDSL fashion, these representatives were selected by their team based on who best exemplified good sportsmanship and Christ-like attitudes during the season. The concession stand will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs during the event. The FDSL has quickly become a beacon to many other Christian softball leagues throughout the nation that desire to put more of an emphasis on fellowship and less on competition. Leagues fromIllinois, New Jersey, Virginia and even South Florida are beginning to adopt many of the rules that were created by the FDSL for the purpose of tak- ing over competitiveness out of the Christian softball game. One of the most recent is the crowing of 'The Christ Fellowship Award." The CFA is awarded to the team that best exemplifies Christ-like behavior during the season. This award is made even more special as each member of the league votes for their choice of who might win this award. This year Memorial United Methodist Church won the Christ Fellowship Award for the FDSL. MUMC players are Kenneth Mills, Matt and Mandy Costello, Billy and Donna McRannald, Logan and Stephanie Ridley, Joe Fanning, Dawn and Mike Hagle, Ali Brazzeal, Jim and Jennifer Mullis, Tom and Jon CalQia, Jerry Hooper, Brett Locks, Holly Thomas, Paul Farina, Nancy Roeser, Debi Allen and player and coach * David Keay. Later this month FDSL champions, The Journey Church Team One, will repre- sent the FDSL in Melbourne in the Bravard Christian Softball Association Invitational. Coach Darryl Bellar's team will compete against some of the best Christian softball leagues in the state. For information on the FDSL, contact President. . Ernie Stuckey at egstuckey@ bellsduth.net Snedays, one-prtcn adult soft- ball tournaments on,two Wednesday per month in June, July and August. Tournament dates are June 12 (men), June 26 (co-ed), July 10 (men), July 24 (co- ' ed), Aug. 7 (men) and Aug. 21 (co-ed). ASA rules, 35-minute time limit, six-team maximum per tournament. Entry fee is $125 paid in cash on tourna- ment nights. Deadline is . Monday. Visit www.league- lineup.com/fbflsfotball or con- tact Jason at 277-7256opr jbrown@fbfl.org. Friday night men's "Iron Man" one-pitch softball tour- nament at 7 p.m. May 31 at the Ybor Alvarez softball fields on Bailey Road. Six-team maximum, 40-minute time limit. Home runs decided by umpire rolling one di. Teams supply Classic M softballs. Round robin format. Top four teams advance to champi- onship or third-place game. Prizes for first through third places. Entry fee is $220. Deadline is May 29. Contact Jason at 277-72,56 or jbrown@fbfl.org. Summer adult softball registration is through May 20 at the Atlantic Avenue Recrea- tion Center. Recreational 'co- ed and men's leagues offered. Recreational co-ed (ASA rules, aluminum bat rule for men, games Mondays) fee is $275 and due May 20. Sea- son begins June 3. Men's (USSSA rules, games Thurs- days), fee is $275 and due May 20.'Season starts June 6 Refundable $72 two-game forfeit fee due May 31. Umpire fee is $18 per game 'per team paid in cash on game nights. There is a $25 late fee charge. No fees accepted after May 21. Mandatory cap- tains meeting for both leagues at 6:30 p.m. May 23 at the Atlantic center. Contact Jason Brown at 277-7256 or brown @fbfl.org or visit www.league- lineup.com/fbflsoftball. Summer adult basketball registration through May 15 at the Atlantic Avenue Recrea- tion Center. Team fee is $350 and due May 15. Teams must have matching colors; check availability upon registration). Twelve-game season and tournament. Games played Monday and Thursday nights (possibly Wednesdays) at Peck Gym. Season begins May 30. Contact Jay at 277- 7350, ext. 2013, or jrobert- son@fbfl.org. Day Fri Sat Sun Nlon Tue Wed Thu 9:53 am 10:33 am 11:12 am I 1.:51 amn 12:06 am 12:46 am 1:27 am 3:39 am 4:18 am 4:56 amn 5:33 tm 6:11 am 6:52 am 7:37 am High Lo A 10:12 pm 3:38 pm 10:50 pm 4: 1.5 pm 11:28 pm 4:52 pmi None 5:30( pm 12:32 pm 6: 1.,0 pm 1:14 pm 6:55 pin 1:58 pm 7:47 pmut SPORTS SHORTS Pirate Baseball Camp The 31st annual Pirate Baseball Camp will be held June 3-7 at the Fernandina Beach High School baseball stadium. This camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of base- ball for ages 6-15. Camp cost is $80 and includes a camp T-shirt. Parents should regis- ter campers at the baseball field on the first day of camp beginning at 8 a.m. Call 261- 6240 (FBHS) or 556-1163 for information. Independence5K Vida Fitness will host the fifth annual Independence 5K at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation July 4. The 5k race will begin at 8 a.m. and the one-mile youth fun run will begin at 9 a.m. The start and finish are at the Racquet Park parking lot next to The Verandah Restaurant; race meanders through the tree-canopied resort at 6800 First Coast Highway . Registrationis available online at Active.com or at the Health and Fitness Center. Call Sean at 415-1429 or email seank@vidafitness.net with questions. Cheercamp ,. The Fernandina Beach High School cheer- leaders will hold a summer camp from 9 a.m. to noon June 3-7 in Building 22 (behind the middle school). The camp for ages 3-5 is from 9-11 a.m. and the fee is $65. For children ages 6-12, the camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon and the feeris $75. Register at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of camp. Beach bodies The "Beachbodyjax" fitness show May 11 at First Coast High School will feature local gymnasts "Acro Fantasy" and others from Nassau, Duval and other Florida counties competing for bodybuilding, men's physique, bikini and figure awards. Guest star is Josh Dillberry, wheelchair bodybuilder, and Shari Riepe of Yulee, "Ms. Fitness America" cham- pion. The show is from 4-6 p.m. For informa- tion, call (904) 404-6758. pro0 WM Continental Championship Wrestling makes its way to Peck Gym May 11 with a 7:30 p.m. bell time. CCW champ Johnathan Wells takes on Cuzin Ricky Jay, the tag team champs, the Marcs Brothers, face the Army of Darkness, the Southern States champion Kevin Tooletakes on Maddog Miller and Romeo De La Guerra will face "The Outlaw" Jamie McKinnon. Also appearing are Hayden Price, John Douglas, Logan Stevens, Skylark and, in his debut, the Masked Rocker; there will also an interview with "Rock and Roll" Chris Turner. Portions of the proceeds fo benefit Shiny Badges. Tickets are $8 at the door. For infor- mation, visit www.ccwrestling.biz. Pirate soccercamp The Femandina Beach High School Lady Pirates will be holding a soccer camp for boys and girls entering second through ninth grades. The camp will be held June 3-6 from 6-8 p.m. at the Ybor Alvarez Sports Complex on Bailey Road. Cost is $60 and includes instruction by cur- rent and former FBHS Lady Pirate soccer players and certified coaches, fun drills to teach and improve soccer skills and team and "individual competitions. A camp T-shirt is guaranteed with registrations received by May 20. For information or to receive a registration form, call (904) 335-1103. Summertrackand field America's Youth is offering track and field training and a summer track program for ages 8-17 with the goal to qualify for the AAU Junior Olympics. The season opens at the Young Achievers Relay Games in Jackson- ville May 11. Call (904) 624-5383 for informa- tion or pick up a registration form at America's Youth, 907 South 11th St., Fernandina Beach. America's Youth summer program starts May 28 and runs through Aug. 7. Cost is $150. Registration is open; a parent meeting is May 10, 17 and 23 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Guns&Hosessoftallame The inaugural Guns & Hoses charity soft- ball game will be May 18 at the Ybor Alvarez softball complex on Bailey Road in Fernandina Beach. The festivities start at 4 p.m. with the opening ceremony at 5:30 p.m. The day will feature Sparky, the fire dog, public health awareness, activities for children and a medical helicopter landing. All proceeds benefit the United Way. Nassau Challenger Bowling League for the physically and mentally challenged meets the second Saturday each month from 3-5 p.m. at the Nassau Bowling Center in Yulee. Call Melinda Willaford at 261-3136. I.. .Ld e e m1 I Local UN' Intlex Friday Mostly Sunny 83 .' 65 . 10o1- 131 1 7 11 1l 0-2: Low, 3-5: Moderate, 6-7: High, 8-10: Very High, I 11+: Extreme Exlxosure Can a rainbow appear at night? ".'oque.' I a-npoad una i. 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St. Mary's Entrance HiLgh 9:17 am 9:57 am 10:36 amn 1 1:15 amt 1 1:56 am 12:10 alm 12:51 am 3:36 am 4:15 am 4:53 am 5:30 am 6t08 am 6:49 am 7:34 am High 9:36 pm 10:14 pm 10:52 pmn 11: 30 pm None 12:38 pm. 1:22 pm 3:35 pm 4:12 pm 4:49 pm 5:27 pm 6:07 pm 6:52 pm 7:44 pm LastWee's Amanc & G r wio DereeDay "ri Sat Sun N Ion TuVc SWed l1lriu * * "It's May! It's May, the lusty month of May! That lovely month when everyone goes blissfully astray... "That's Guinevere singing *. about one of the joyful perks regarding life at 'anelot, in nmythieal tngland where by law the seasons had regimented time slots, a f could never be too severe. and the rain could never lall till alter sundown. No wonder the empire fell. No astronomer in his right mind would ever want to live in a place like that. 1lt in thie rnil Norld. N lay produces some of the most spectacular nights of the year. tGorgeotis warm days with turquoise skies blend seamlelssly into lransparenlt, temperate nights where the stars seem so close you can almost reach out and touch them. I'm hoping for that kind of an evening on Ftiday. MN ay 10 when a very skinny, razor sharp crescent moon will be. a scant two degrees from the goddess Venus: The rendezvous takes place in the WNW vilth the moon only 11 degrees from the sunm so the event will only be visible in a rather strong twilight and with the use of binoelnais. While the Pleiades will only be about six degrees from the moon at this time, I doubt that tire bright sky conditions will allow anyone to view this star cluster, Although the Hast Coast is the favored location, by the time of sunset along the West Coast, the moon will be just over a degree higher i the sky. making its visibility a little more probable. The key to assuring success is to have a location which hs a flawless western horizon. This is \N here o\ nin a penthouse apartment on the Upper West Side of Manhattan with a clear shot across the Hudson would come in handy. Most of us. nlllfortulnately, will simply have to hunt down ail appropriate site. Be there with binoculars by sundown and begin to scan the horizon to the left of sunset. You should see Venus first. To Venus' left and slightly below, the moon should emerge 10-15 minutes later. Clear skies to all! wwwraslronomy.org Want to learn more about protecting yourself and home? 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Campaign to Improve . the Femandina Beach /. v:: .Si,, library id tbo ter sr su 'To learn more or contribute, call 904-321-6529, visit ilhe Library, 25 N. 4e1 St. 1Fernandina Beach, FL- or" www.fernandilnafol.org, or I use the Fernandina Beach Library trequently and have emailinfo@ernaport eorts to improve this library to better serve the The Frinds of the Library thanks Steve Lelmberg for photos of needs of thevery diverse groups of people who use itW" Library patrons and tIh News-Loader for producing this ad. Ansil Ramsay, retired college professor NIMPSA Su RELIG B SECTION N'yws LLAD DOKU Music NOTES OUT AND ABOUT ;ION~ AROUND SCHOOL CLASSIFIED FRIDAY, MAY 10.2013 IR / FI:RNANDINA BEACH. FLORIDA Artrageous Artwalk The IAA will host an open house reception for its Featured Artist of the Month, Beverly Hansen, and its J t"Wildlife" Nouveau Art show, during the Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk on May 11 from 5-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come visit the IAAArt Gallery at 18 N. Second St. Hansen is a one-year resident of Amelia Island and her new work reflects the sights and ''sites" she has 4 discovered in this year-long journey. For this show, she made collages and paintings. Hansen came here from the Washington, D.C. area. She studied art at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria, Va., where she participated in many juried shows. Visit www.islandart.org or call the gallery at 261-7020. Join the Blue Door Artists to meet their new artist, Sharon Haffey, at a reception during the Second Saturday Ar walk May 1 from 5-8 p.m. Haffey is a colorist who paints primarily inA sci 1%. k and oils and whose work is intended to convey a playful sense of place rather than a realistic depiction of subject matter. Through the use ofnlayering, her work e <'. ..s . has a richness that gives .... . dimension to otherwise sim- plistic forms.It is the balance of logic, and intuition. Inspiration comes primarily from the beauty in nature observed during travel and in A her immediate surroundings , and each piece is designed to ' convey positive energy and . emotion to the observer. Haffey moved to Fernahdina two years ago and2 it instantly felt like home. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, she calls her- self a"permanent nomad" and lived in seven states and Spain before settling here. Through exposure to the different scenery in her travels Haffey developed a keener appreciation for the unique- ness of different environments. After studying art at Ohio State University she taught, eventually turning in her grade book for full-time work as an artist. She spent time as an Artist in Residence at the Nantucket School of Art and Design and current- ly enjoys teaching color workshops atSthe Island Art Association. In addition to her paintings, a collection of Haffey's photography is currently on display. Look for the gallery's blue doors between Island Coffee and Go Fish leading to the colorful staircase. Regular hours are Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 310-9194 or 904.491.7733 and visit www.bluedoorartists.com. SGallery C, owned and operat- e..nr .so .ksd by artist Carol Winner, will Sa show acrilic paintings by Carol "Sprovoi' 4iduring the Second NIay 11 Ii om 5-9 p.m. Also on e are Winners' paintings, S-mixed media angels, lots of new jrewlh y, handbags and more fun the dethings all created in her working studio at Gallery C. The gallery is located at 218-B Ash St., acro ,- from,29 .South, and is open Thursday-Tuesday from I11 i m -5 pm, closed Wednesdays. Call 583-4676. The month of May is synonymous with spring and fresh new beauty. What could personify this more. than the paintings of Susan Henderson pre- senting a new suite of work at the Seventh Street Gallery, titled Milli Fiori and Othr . Journeys. "Painting is mypassion, my,-i.i i pulsion and my mystery, all in one. It ha_ " been a lifelong journey, never failing to , inspire and-challenhe me," says Henderson. Henderson works in watercolor, acrylics and oil, moving easily between tl h r mediums, exploring aswell as exploiting . the differences of each medium's uniqu- . properties. For example, she may use the transparency of water- color with.the buildup of paint layers to achieve a rich fullness; in ART Continued on 213 PHOTO BY KATHY BROOKS/FORFTHFNEWS-LEADER Many children's activities, including live animal exhibits, will highlight the sev- enth annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival's Expo on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center in Fernandina Beach. Nature festlets kids take walk on the Wild'side T he seventh annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival has announced that children's activities includ- ing the Passport Program, a Junior Naturalist Program, and the Kids' Niche will be front and center at the festi- val this year. Though the three-day festival from May 17-19 is held at venues on and around Amelia Island, most of'-h.- t hildi men's activi- ties will be held at the Expo at the Atlantic Recreation Center in Fernandina Beach on May 18 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The Expo is free and open to the public. For the third year, the Passport Program, an educational activity for chil- dren, will help families navigate their way around the Expo and learn a great deal on their trip. A Passport booklet will be given to children attending the Expo, and the children will "travel" to marked booths to get answers to Passport qi,- ii, n, about the festival's mascot the American horses. shoe crab. The children who get all the correct answers to the Passport questions will receive a prize! For the first time at the festival, Wild Amelia will offer families the Seashore WILD Continued on 2B Taste & Toast to help furry friends Nassau Humane Society is partnering Pizza, Cal:- ki- lib Ci::o with restaurants in the historic downtown Italian ;-tir.., 1 1 .-b11 district of-FTrnandina Beach to launch a.. House Inn unique fundraiser that pairs food with a fine Restaurant, Halftime selection of wine or beer. Sports Bar & Grill, The Taste & Toast will be held Saturday, Happy Tomato Courtyard May 18 from 7-9 p.m. in the courtyard at Caf6 & BBQ, Island Tinie the Florida House Inn, 22 S. Third St. Premium Frozen Yogurt, Tickets are $50 and limited to 200 sales. 1ren Joe's 2nd Street Bistro, Tickets can be purchased online at Kelley's Courtyard Cafe, www.nassauhumanesociety.com or at sev- Marina Seafood cral locations, including the NHS offices at Restaurant, O'Kane's Irish Pub & Eatery, 671 Airport Road; the Second Chance store PAblo's Mexican Restaurant, The Pecan at 1002 South 14th St. or Island Time Roll Bakery and Tasty's Fresh Burgers & Premium Frozen Yogurt at 306 Centre St. Fries. More than a dozen restaurants are par- In conjunction with the event, Nassau ticipating in the event, with chefs from each Humane Society will hold both a silent and establishment preparing an item from their live auction with many items focused on menu and pairing the.dish with a wine or lifestyle and adventure experiences, such beer that best accentuates the flavors, as vacations at luxurious homes at the Sponsors are Florida House Inn, Florida beach, thrilling airplane rides above the Public Utilities, First Federal Bank of island and sailboat excursions on the Florida and the Fernandina Beach News- Atlantic with a gourmet meal provided. Leader. Throughout the event live music will be Special guest live auctioneer will be provided by Dan Voll and Michele. actor, singer-songwriter and producer Nick ".We are fortunate to enjoy the dedicated Loredn. w, Participating restaurants include Arte TASTE Continued on 2B, Premiere cellist in concert atfes tid* Zuill Bailey; widely consid- ered on of the world's pre- miere cellists, will perform the Bach Cello Suites on Monday as part of the spring series of theAmelia Island Chamber Music I ,:--,... The 4:30 p.m. con- Bailey cert will be' held at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy. Tickets are $50., Bailey's artistry, technical wizardry and engaging per- sonalitvy'have secured his place as one of the most sought-after cellists today. The National Philharmonic Review recently wrote, "Bailey doesn't play notes. He plays sounds and feelings. His performance is simply a joyous experience for all." A consummate concerto' soloist, Bailey has been fea- tured with many of the world's greatest orchestras. He has collaborated with such icon- ductors as Itzhak Perlman, Alan Gilbert, Andrew Litton, James DePriest and Stanislav Skrowaczewski and-has been featured with musical luminar- ies Leon Fleisher, Jaime Laredo, the Juilliard String Quartet, Lynn Harrell and Janos Starker. A cash bar will open at 4 p.m. The audience also is invited to dinner on your own on the patio of Caf6 4750 after the concert. Call The Ritz at 277-1100 to make your reser- vation and mention that you are with the chamber festival for a 10 percent discount. On Wednesday, the Linden String Quartet, one of the country's premier young string ensembles, will per- form works of Haydn, Mendelssohn and Tchaikovsky. The 7 p.m. concert will be held at'St. Peter's Episcopal Church at 801 Atlantic Ave. in Fernandina Beach. Tickets are $40, including a post-con- cert courtyard reception where concertgoers can meet the Linden musicians.. Praised for its "remarkable depth of technique and bril- liantly nuanced, sumptuous tonality" by ,1.'/. it',b International, the Linden has enjoyed remarkable success MUSIC Continued on 2B .. ONTHE TRAIL CELEBRATION The Friends of the Amelia Island Trail will host an opening celebration for the new Amelia Island Trail on May 11 at 8:30 a.m. at Peters Point Beach front Park. 4600 Peters Point Road. The event will recognize the federal, state and local officials and citizen volunteers who helped make the trail a reality 'i and offer the public the opportunity to be among the very first,to walk, run or ride on the 6.2-mile, paved, off-road trail. After MEIJA, a short recognition pro- ISLAND gram,a ribbon cutting" [ iTRAJL will take place. Representatives from local bicycling, running and walking clubs will participate. Bicyclists under age 16 must wear a suitable helmet. Refreshments will be served and commemora- tive Amelia Island Trail T-shirts wil be for sale. Contact Mike Pikula at a fc.glc 31@aol.com for information or to volunteer with the event. FLORA 500 LUNCIION A FLORA 500 luncheon on May 16 from noon- 2 p.m. at the Florida House Inn. 22 S. Third St.. will feature Xavier Cortada. environmental artist. Cortada will'discuss FLORA 500. the participatory art.nature and \ , history project he created to commemorate Florida's quin- - centennial in 2013 and pro- vide a glimpse of what the Florida landI_ cpc was like 500 years ago. The Miami artist worked with scientists across the state to identify 500 native wildflowers that were here when Ponce de Leon landed and named the state. Sponsored by Friends of the Fernandina Beach Library and Nassau County Library System. Tickets are $20 each at the library on North Fourth Street. Deadline to purchase is May 13. JAZZ IN BURNEY PARR T'he American Beach Propers i i" ,Owners' Association presents the May Jazz Series. featur- ing Edward Walrcis s'4 College in a concert. Ambush & Juicy Love. on May 18 from 4-7p.m. at Burney Park atl historic American Beach. '- Refreshmerits will be available from the commu- nity's own Ms. Dee's Catering. Bring your lawn chairs and come out hungry and ready to.have some fun and "wobble wobble." Donations accepted for future jazz concerts. The event is sponsored by the American Beach Property Owners' Association. Inc. MASTER GARDENERS' P '. Nassau County Master Gardeners will conduct their bi-annual plant sale on May 18 from 9 a.m.-2 ,* - p.m.at the James S. Page Governmental Complex on Nassau Place in Yulee, rain or shine. Plants that have been pr iagatcd by Master Gardeners will be on sale al .ing with compost buckets. many other perennials.ilnnualk and gar- den goodies. Come early for the best selection. County Extension Director/Hforticulture Agent.Becky Jordi will conduct a Plan i Clinic dur ing the sale. For information call the F\Cn,,i' 'in office al (904) 879-1019. Master Gardeners are on duly Friday. at 491-7340. ~L' I-. *I FRIDAY, MAY 10. 2013 1EISURE News-Leader OUT AND ABOUT SPECIAL EVENTS The Men's Auxiliary of the Byrd-Wallace Post No. 4351 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will serve Philly Cheese Steaks, baked beans and potato chips for a $6 donation on May 11 from 5:30-7 p.m. Karaoke will follow. All mem- bers and their guests are wel- come. VFW Post 4351 is located at 96086 Wade's Place, Fernandina Beach, under the Shave Bridge. For information contact 432-8791. * \ Ladies of all ages are invited to Divas' Day Out, a benefit for Amelia Island nonprofit Girl Power 2 Cure, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 11 at the Atlantic Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Ave., Fernan- dina Beach. Help cure Rett Syndrome and have some fun. Enjoy 30 vendor booths, beauty treatments, a fashion show, fitness demos, make- and-take Mother's Day cards and gifts and prize drawings. Children's events include a "Diva Dress Up" booth, cup- cake decorating and more. Entry is a $3 donation per per- son, children 6 and under admitted free.. \ For information visit Mamamelia.com or email Tiffany Wilson at info @ mamamelia.com. Mary Rhopa la Clerra of St. Augustine will present a program at the May 14 meeting of the Amelia Island Quilt Guild. A lifetime interest in fibers and fabrics propelled Mary from self- taught seamstress to a MFA degree and employment as a costume maker and teacher. Since retiring as professor of Theatrical Design, she has taken up quilting and fiber art and her work has been shown at Quiltfest Jacksonville, the St. Augustine Art Association and the Florida Studio Art Quilt Exhibit. She has won numerous awards and cur- rently has a solo show at the Thrasher-Home Center for the Arts in Orange Park. The quilt guild meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday at the Women's Club, 201 Jean LaFitte Ave. Programs are free and open to the public. Visit aiquilters.com. The Men's Newcomers Club of Amelia Island will hold its lunch-meeting on May 16 at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club at 11:30 a.m. Speaker Sheriff Bill Leeper will discuss initial changes to the sheriff's office and how he plans to provide improved services to the citi- zens of Nassau County. Tickets are $15 by May 11 and $17 at the door. For reservations, call Bob Wesche, 310-9055. All men, whether new or longtime resi- dents are welcome to attend the meeting and join the club. Visit www.mensnewcomer- sclub.org. * * On May 18 starting at 8 a.m. Theatre by the Trax, 1000 Osborne Road,, St. Marys, Ga., Coastal Georgia Film Alliance and St. Marys Little Theatre will join with theater to host."The Mother of All Yard Sales." Anyone can participate in the "Treasures by the Trax" events in three different ways: Reserve a free vendor space (donation of 20 percent of pro- ceeds is requested); drop items at Theatre by the Trax ahead of time (to donate all proceeds), or just come and shop. To reserve a space or arrange a drop-off time for contributions, call (912) 552- 5559. For more information, call (912) 729-1103 . Don Quixote's and The Amelia Island Museum of History are sponsoring a dinner at Don Quixote's Restaurant, 520 Centre St., on May 21 at 6 p.m. Enjoy a three-course meal with your choice of entree and a glass of wine (or the beverage of your choosing) for $35, tip not included. A portion of the pro- ceeds will benefit the muse- um. Choices of entrees include: Seafood Trio, Poulet Ax Champignons, or Petite Medallion. Tickets are on sale at the museum until May 17, and at Don Quixote's. Call 261-7378. The Amelia Island Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. May 21 at the Fernandina Beach Police .Department Community Room,1525 Lime St. Kay Ellen Gilmour, MD, will present "Search. Save & Share in the 21st Century". Where will your meticulously researched and carefully stored hard copy or digital genealogical records be in 50 years? Will descendants be able to view or search these fruits of many years of labor? Learn what technology is available today to make data safe and recoverable across the globe and what will be available in the near future. Public welcome. THEATER Amelia Community Theatre presents "Love, Loss and What I Wore" in its Studio 209 Theatre at 8 p.m. tonight and May 11 and 2 p.m. May 11 and 12. Written by Nora and Delia Ephron, based on the book by llene Beckerman, this clever play of monologues and ensemble pieces is al3out women, clothes and memo- ries. Done as readings by a cast of'8 women, their stories are funny, compelling and may remind you of yourself or someone you know. All tickets are $15 with open seating and available at , www.ameliacommunitythe- atre.org, or call 261-6749. Box office hours are 11 a.m.-1 MUSIC NOTES Fre concert On May 16 at 1 p.m at Savannah Grand, 1900 Amelia Trace Court, Fernandina Beach. the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival will present Ihe Beth Newdome Fellowship Aitlsts Showcase, a free concert Including members of the Linden String Quartet and Sarah McElravy. violin; Catherine Cosbey, violin; Eric Wong, viola, Felix Umansky. cello, James Dundham, viola, and Christopher Rex, cello, with the music of Mozart, Beethoven and Gliere For information call 321-0898 or email sales sgameliaisland@sim net. Let Freedom Ring The annual "Let Freedom Ring" con- cert with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra will be held May 23 at 7 p m at First Baptist Church of Fernandina Beach Presented by ARIAS (Amelia Residents In Action for the Symphony), this annual event celebrates Memorial Day Weekend with a program of Americana, such as themes from Victory at Sea. by Richard Rogers, American patriotic music, Including the Armed Forces Salute that presents the songs of the different service branches, at which time the veterans of each branch rise and are recognized, and a march, such as the Stars and Stripes Forever. Tickets are $20 and available at The Book Loft, Front & Center, Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau: The Golf Club of Amelia Island, and the Fernandina Beach Golf Club. For infor- mation contact ARIAS at 261-0105 Amelia River Cruises Amelia River Cruises'Adult 'BYOB" Twilight Tours are held Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $29 per person at 1 North Front S1, Femandlna Beach. or call 261-9972 or book online at www ameliarivercruises.com The Courtyard The Courtyard Pub & Eats, 316 Centre St, features Dan Voll in the courtyard Sunday evenings, weather permitting; John Springer in the piano bar every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 6:30 p.m.; live entertain- ment nightly. Call 432-7086. Join them on Facebook at courtyardpubandeats. David's Grammy-nominated Aaron Bing per- forms live on alto saxophone at David's Restaurant and Lounge, 802 Ash St., Wednesday through Saturdays from 6- p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. John Logan' s "Red," winner of the 2010 Tony Award Best Play, opens at the Fernandina Little Theatre, 1014 Beech St., on May 11 for six performanc- es. Starring Gill Johnston and Hays Jacobs and directed by .Amelia Hart, "Red" is a por- trait of painter Mark Rothko and his assistant and has been described as "intense and exciting ... a study in artist appreciation ... (that) captures the dynamic relationship between an artist and his cre- ations." Performances are May 11, 14, 16, 17and 18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 12 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and available in advance at The UPS Store at the island Publix shopping center; patrons are 10 p.m. Call 310-6049. Dog Star Tavern DoeiStai Tavern 110 N Second SI happy hour set with Moors & McCunibcer 5-7 p it Ijp i titgh. ltollowed by the Wiseciackeis at 9 30 p m Kirr, Retequiz and Ihe Black Car Bore 9 30 pm May 11 5 15 Kady Allslais 8 pmrn May 15 Lingo. 9 pm May 16. Sieieofidlics. 9 30 p m May 17 1.5. ilth all door proceeds going t. Attic Community Playground, and Little Mike and the Tcornados. 9 30 p m May 18 Every Tuesday is Working Class Stiff where music is played strictly from vinyl and 1000's otf .'inyl records are available to browse and purchase Visit Dog Star on Fac.ebook and Reverbnation corn Call 277-8010 Florida House Inn "Open Mike Night" is each Thursday from 7-30-10 30 p m in the Mermaid Bar hosted by local musician Terry Smith Musicians perform a couple ot songs,and the audience geis to hear new talent Appropriate lor the whole family No cover charge Call Smilh at (904) 412-7r.65 Green Turtle The Green Turtle 14 S Third St. live music Call 321-2324 Hammerhead Beach Bar Hammerhead Beach Bar 2045 S Fletcher Ave Live music Visit Hammerhead on Facebook Contact Bill Childers at bill' thepalacesaloon corn Instant Groove The instant Groove, featuring Lawrence Holmes. Johnny Robinson. Scott Giddons and Sam Hamilton plays each Thursday night at The Ritz- Carlton Amelia Island Dress is casual For information call Holmes at 556- 6772 O'Kanes O'Kanes Irish Pub and Eatery, 318 Centre St., free trivia each Monday at 7:30 p.m.; wine tasting the third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., with 10 winesfor $10 along with cheese and crackers and live entertainment; dart tournament every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.; Dan Voll . Tuesday from 7:30-11:30 p.m.; Gabriel Arnold plays Sundays during brunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Texas Hold'em poker in the game room at 6 p.m., regis- tration begins at 5:30 p.m.; the Davis Turner Band Thursday from 8:30 p.m.- midnight and Friday and Saturday from advised that the play includes adult language. FLT is a small, intimate space, and patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. For information or directions visit ameliaflt.org. "1,000 Miles in 100 Days," a movie and panel discussion with the mem- bers of the Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition and the film's producer, will be held May 16 in the Jacksonville Public Library auditorium (downstairs), 303 N. Laura St. Admission is free. Call (904) 285-7020 or register. Space is limited. A reception and environ- mental booths are at 6 p.m., followed by the movie at 7 p.m. and discussion at 8:15 p.m. by members of expedi- tion, moderated by Tom Hoctor, UF Gainesville. The film chronicles the travels of four explorers who traveled over 1,000 miles in 100 days to raise awareness about the importance of pro- tecting wildlife corridors across Florida's landscape. North Florida Land Trust is working in several of the FWC corridors to ensure these lands are preserved in perpe- tuity. The event is sponsored by the NFLT, Rayonier, the Florida Humanities Council and the Jacksonville Library. MUSEUMS Join the Amelia Island Museum of History Thursday at 5:30 p.m. to .tour four of the town's most popular, notorious or other- wise historic pubs and bars. One ticket will get you 8 30 p m -12:30 a.m. Call 264 -1000. Visit www.okanes.com. Palace Saloon The Palace Saloon, 117 Centre St.. Schnockeied Sunday. Ace Winn Monday Buck Smith Project Tuesday. DJ in Uncle Charlie's Fridays and Saturday Call Bill Childers at 491- 3332 or email bill tihepalacesa loon corn Salty Pelican The Salty Pelican Bar Grill, 12,N Front St., trivia Wednesdays starting at 7 pm prime rib night Thursdays, and live music Fridays and Saturdays Call 277-3811. or visit The Salty Pelican Bar and Grill on Facebook Sandy Bottoms Sandy Bottoms at Main Beach 2910 Atlantic Ave rivia Mondays, The Mascys Wednesdays, and line dancing Thursday. Visit www sandybottom- samelia.com. Seabreeze Seabreeze Sports Bar, in the Days' Inn on Sadler Road, live music. Sheffields Sheffield's at The Palace, 117 Centre St., Speak Easy Saturdays Like their Facebook Page or ask your favorite bartender to text you the code word of the week to gain free entry every Saturday night. The code word changes weekly. DJ 007 Will spin late night dance mixes. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Call Bili Childers at 491-3332 or email bill@thepalacesaloon com Sliders Seaside Grill Sliders Seaside Grill. 1998 S Fletcher Ave live music in the tiki bar from 6-10 pm nightly and 1-5 p.m Saturday and Sundays. reggae Wednesday with Pili Pili. The Macy's in the lounge Friday and Saturdays 6-10 p m. trivia Mondays and Thursdays at 7 30 p.m. with DJ Dave. and shag danc- ing Sundays from 4-7 p.m music night- ly Irom 9 p m -1 a m. in the Breakers Lounge Call 277-6652 Visrt wwwslid- eisseaside.com. Join Sliders on Facebook and Twitter. TheSurf The Surf Restaurant and Bar, 3199 South Fletcher Ave live entertainment 1-5 p.m. Weekends and 5-9 p m every day on the deck, Trivia Tuesdays at 6 p m., DJ Roc and Texas Hold'em poker on Wednesday Call 261-5711 and visit their Facebook page. one drink at each establish- ment and an earful of colorful tales. Tickets are $25 per per- son (must be 21, must show - ID). Reservations required. Contact Thea at 261-7378, ext.105 or Thea@ameliamu- seum.org. Guests on this tour will learn Amelia Island ghost stories as they tiptoe through dark streets and walk in the footsteps of a bygone era as the past comes alive through -the skillful storytelling of your guide. This tour is every " Friday and lasts approximate- ly one hour. Meet your guide in the cemetery behind St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 801 Atlantic Ave. Tickets may be purchased at the Amelia Island Museum of History for $10/adults and $5/students. Contact Thea at 261-7378. you could save 28% Call 1-866-929-9071 to see how much' you could save on car insurance. esuronce -. .... .. ... ... .. ..... .:........,. on Allstate' com pany -- -_J--- -- 1 3845 8 4 6 9 97 5 3 1 3 8 6 18 7 2 74 3 2 I' StatePoint Media .Fill in the squares so that each row, column and 3-by-3 box contain the numbers 1 through 9. Solution will appear in the Wednesday B-section. Wednesday, May 8 Solution 1 963,5 7 2 84 23784 9651 548 1 62 379 9756281 43 3512764987 6 9 4 8 3 51 2 3 8245 9 1 17 36 WILD Continued from 1B component of the new Junior Naturalist Program, a mini- curriculum of'activities for children and families, involv- ing both experiences out- doors in nature and online research, when exploring and learning about Amelia Island's beaches. This is the first of three components of the program, the others being "The Marsh",and "The Maritime Forest." Upon com- pletion of each component, the child will receive an incentive from Wild Amelia. At the Expo, there will also be a special area, the Kids' Niche, with many interactive exhibits for children, with numerous "make and take" nature projects and face-paint- ing. Additionally, the Jacksonville Zoo and other exhibitors will have live ani- mals for the children to see and even to touch! Many of the festival's ecotours hikes, bike and boat rides would also be wonderful experi- ences for children. Finally, one of the festival's first activities will surely please children and the child in all of us. A sea turtle release at Main Beach is planned for Friday, May 17 at 10:30 a.m., when the Georgia Sea Turtle Center will release a rehabilitated sea turtle back to its native Florida waters. All are welcome to attend this heartwarming event to kick off the seventh annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival. For more information about the festival, visit www.wildamelia.com and the Facebook page. The all-volun- teer nonprofit Wild Amelia partners with the city Parks and Recreation Department in offering festival activities to *residents and visitors alike. MIIU i1 Coleman National Chamber Competition. The highly dec- The Amelia Island C continued from B Ensemble Competition; First orated Linden String Quartet Chamber Music Festival runs in the four years since its Prize at the 2010 Hugo is the Graduate String- May 11-June 2, featuring more founding. The ensemble won Kauder Competition; the 2010 Quartet-in-Residence at Yale than 50 artists performing 12 the Gold Medal and Grand Concert Artists G(uild Victor University. concerts. The festival will also Prize of the 2009 Fischoff Elmaleh Competition; and For tickets or information present a series of free comn- National Chamber Music most recently, the IVoQuartet about either concert, vis- munity concerts. View the Competition; the Coleman- Prize at the 9,th Borciani itwww.aicmf.com or call the complete schedule at Barstow Prize at the 2009 International String Quartet festival box office at 261-1779. www.aicmf.com. guests with the The Florida increasing fundraising efforts Director Brandy Cavalho. TASTE Continued from 1B House Inn with its towering this year with the launch ofla a Members of the organiza- support of local businesses oaks, lush garden and capital campaign to fund a tion's capital committee will and we are thrilled to partner enchanting fountain." new shelter. have an informational table at with so many of the communi- Between taste-size bites of "We are taking a thought- Taste & Toast to talk with ty's finest restaurants on food and sips of wine or beer, ful approach to design with guests about the new shelter Taste & Toast," says Nassau .guests can head into an regard to space and comfort and funding opportunities. Hu-mane Society Board adjoining courtyard for a visit but we also plan to foster an For more information on Member and Event Chairper- with some furry friends from environment that best encour- Taste & Toast, visit www.nas- son Ann Marie Wiseman. "We the shelter, ages adoption," says Nassau sauhumanesociety.com or call deepen the experience for Nassau Humane Society is Humane Society Executive 491-1511. ARTContinued from IB direct contrast to the plastic nature of oil paint in which a brush or palette stroke is pre- served as a distinct move- ment of the artist's hand. "Every piece I create pres- ents the opportunity to make a lasting, unique statement of how I perceive my world. My current work includes land- scapes inspired by my latest travels and a number of new beautiful bolanicals." The reception is May 11 from 5-8 p.m. at the Seventh Street Gallery, 14 S. Seventh St. (across from I1LuLu's) itn downtown lFernandina. The show can also be viewed the following two Saturdays dur- ing the downtown farmers' market hours, 9 a.m.-I p.m. As this is a historic property. it is not handicap accessible. For directions and alternative viewing times, call 432-8330. FRIDAY, MAY 10,2013/News-Leader RELIGION Following, Bible; a half bottle of water; box of tissues; picture of mean my daugh- ter at the Father Daughter Ball; gui- tar tuner; glass jar filled with assorted candy my secretary keeps filled; half- read books: sticky notes listing peo- ple to call and things to do; my desk - a picture of my life. When I consider my past, and all that God has done for me, I stand amazed. For those Who knew me before I met Jesus, they stand amazed too. Trust me; the change was radical. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would one day be a pastor. Truth is, if I had seen it coming, I probably would have run in the oppo- site direction as hard as I could. I'm so glad I didn't see it coming that is. I.have to tell you, I love what I'm fishing and doing. Witiholt a, (ques(ionl, )nly (God could have known that I would lei syo satislied in lthe place I now sit. Ironically, I moved to Florida to work on my uncle's charter fishing PULPIT boat. Little did I NOTES know.how God would spin my love for fishing around . Pastor and, like Peter and' Rob Goyette Andrew in the Bible, make me a fisher of men. I find great comfort in their story and also in mine. I espe- cially like the part that describes how making us what He wants us their lives were so radically changed., eids up a mess. The idea of me fol- believe. For me, the simple pattern contained lowing and letting Him do the mak- The apostle P in their story has served as a con- ing part has revolutionized my life. this: "For whom stant reminder of God's method for I can honestly say that every sig- also did predestir changing us all. The account is local- nificant and meaningful change I've formed to the ima ed in Matthew's Gospel, chapter 4, experienced has been the result of He might be the verse 19. God's doing and not mine. Sure, I many brethren. M "And Jesus, walking b'y the sea of had to follow, but the burden of mak- did predestinate, Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon ing was on Him. As a result, not only and whom He ca called Peter, and Andrew his brother, have I grown personally, and been justified: and who casting a net into the sea: for they deeply ,iu-l,. .1, but I've also had the them He also glo were I-1,._ i- And He said unto them, :. I 1. ,. of helping others do the then say to these "Follow me, and I will make you fish- same. Though I'm far from perfect, for us, who can b ers of men." one thing 1 am is at peace. I'm abso- that spared not H That's it; real simple. We follow, lutely convinced that as I keep follow- delivered Him up He'makes. When I finally understood ing, He'll keep making me into all He not with Him how it worked, so much of the frus- that He wants me to be. In the end, all things?" (Roam tration I was experiencing went away., one day, I'll be just like Him. Hard to Robert L. Goyi In truth, every time I try to make believe I know, but it is what the Waters World Oui myself into something, it inevitably Bible promises for all who dare to ryoyliv to be aul sums it up like He did foreknow, He nate to be con- age of His Son, that firstborn among Moreover, whom He them He also called: lled, them He also om He justified, rifled. What shall we things? If God be e against us? He [is own Son, but for us all, how shall also freely give us ians 8:29-32) ,ette is pastor of Living reach Center vingwatersoutreach.org RELIGION NOTES Pantryis bare The Salvation Army Hope House thanks all who gave their time and money to help it provide emergency food - 196 bags of food came and went in April. Again, the pantry is almost bare and they heed lots of things. Ideas include: 1) Peanut butter and jelly 2) Cereal and breakfast bars 3) Canned meats and din- ners like raviolios 4) Canned or dried fruit 5) Canned soups both ready-to-eat and con- densed .6) Macaroni and cheese and helper mixes 7) Crackers, especially saltines 8) Bottled water 9) Spaghetti sauce 10)-Household and. hygiene items like toilet paper, paper towels, size 3 and 4 diapers, razors and shaving cream 11) Sheets, pillows and bath towels. Please bring your donations to 410 S. Ninth St., Fernandina Beach. Special breakfast Prince Chapel A.M.E. Church will host a pre- Mother's Day breakfast from 8-10 a.m. May 11 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center, 1200 Elm St. Come out and .-. lcb:lr l i',uhe-l Day iand ' their accomplishments. The Rev. Godfrey Taylor, pastor. Bro. Charles L Albert, Pro Tem. Church of Christ *Amelia Island Church of Christ (Where the Bible is our Only Authority), Romans 16:16, invites the community to join it for a Mother's Day service on May 12 at 11 a.m. At Wednesday evening Bible Study, study the entire Bible verse by verse from 7-8 p.m. Bring all your Bible questions and you will receive Bible answers. The church meets at 95762 Amelia Concourse in the Lofton Pointe Plaza, just south of AlA, in the same plaza as Elements Salon and Step by Sunday School ................................ 9:30 am Sunday W orship.............................10:45 am Wednesday AWANA ........................6:15 pm Wednesday Bible Study ................6:30 pm Pastor:Bud Long 941017 Old Nassauville Road County Rd -107 South Fernandina Beach, FL32034 261-4741 www.springhilbaptistfb.org I Memorial UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Traditional Family Worship ....... 8 am & 11 am (weekly communion al 8 am) Conlotemporary Worship .. .9:30 am In Maxwell Hall Sunday School Ior alll Ages ,....9:30 am & 11 am Wednesday Dinner (Aug-May) ..........4:45 pm 6 I S 1 *- ". R .C: I Call Pastor Victor Rosser For Info 904-430-3777 www.redeemerfamily.comn Step Daycare. Visit AmelialslandChurchofChrist.c om or call 277-3303. Percy Johnson is minister. St Peter's St. Peter's Episcopal Church. 801 Atlantic Ave., will hold a Taize' service on May 12 at 6 p.m. This is a short prayer service with simple musical chants and moments of silence. Because, as Brother Roger, a founder of Taiz6, said, "Often God's voice comes on a whisper, in a breath of silence." Call the church office at 261-4293. in the Heart of Fernandino 9 N. 6" Street Dr. Wain Wesberry Senior Pastor Dr. Doug Ganyo Associate Pastor Worship 8:30 & 11 am Sunday School 9:50 am SNursery *Children Youth Adults 2 261-3837 www.first-presbyterian- church-32034.org ' "Discover the Differience" al Amelia Baptist Church Pastor: Dr. H. Neil HIlctoui Sunday Worship Service 10:30;11iri Bible Sir ly 'aIsir Nursery pir 'ovidcd for nall sci vices Small group studics-Adult, 6pin Wednesday Prayer Service 6:3)pin1 Pirceschtxiool aid ('lliiren Activilies L961167 BUCCANI:I;R 'I'RAII, Comet f r u1 l m llrcr '. An (' n i n I'r ni l, I':[la Im lli' ,'I i For Mire Inlforialion (all: 26 1 -9527 Sunday Services 9:?5 a.m. and i:i a.m. You are welcome here! 30" towrllhl Rd-I" A li, Iv,'ni i ,/- .4'41.4 OfAit : turn ieit jur [tfoor ir Ihr in s rity gate t'fhei Omirnnl O r I andi llollw rhe lgtra ; o the Planuation Chapel. Tuesdayworship Join The Salvation iArmy Hope House May 14 at noon as they celebrate the might, power, mercy and goodness of the God who indeed can and did birth a nation in a day and raise His son Jesus from the dead, just as He said He would. For more information, call 321-0435 or stop by the Hope House, located at 410 S. Ninth St., Fernandina Beach. Health Fair The Health Ministry Team Saturday Vigil Mass 4 pm & 5:30 pm Saluirday Vigil Mass 7 prn Spanish Mass Saturday 4 pm Mass al Yilee United Methodist Church Sunday Masses Oct-April 8 am- 9:30 am l 1am-12:30pm DailyMass- 8:30 am Mn, WedThurs& Fri. 6pnr -,Tirs htoly lan Massas Vigil 6pm Sr Hly tDay-8:30 am,. 6 pm Coniilssions: Salurday 3 lpm 3:45 pm or b appli rolephofte NuniloSi: Parish Office: 004-261-3472; Fax 904-321-1901 Emergency Number; 904-277-65566 New Vision Congregational Church, UCC ,\aislhip Suntdays ail lO'l 7 amn ,, i ...1 --,. 11 -1 1 a. 'ain nri , n,,t l , ir First Baptist Church Fernandina Beach SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:00 Life Groups 10:15 AM & 6:00 PM Wednesday 6:30 PM 904-261-3617 FBFirst.com of St. Peter's Episcopal Church will present a Health Fair on Pentecost Sunday. May 19, from 9 a.m. to noon inl Burns Hall at St. Peter's Church. 801 Atlantic Ave. A Bloodmobile van will be in the parking lot that day for blood donations. Tables at the fair will include: Blood pressure screening and information about high blood pressure: diabetes screening and infor- mation about prevention and management of diabetes; the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program: healthy foods and YULEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Please oin/ us for SUNDAY SERVICES: Church School 9:30AM Worship 11AM Wednesday Study 6:30PM Al A & Christian Way, Yulee 225-5381 Pastor Charlie Sward FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 20 Sotih Ainlhr Street 26 1-490 7 Rero. Darien K. Inhlre Sr, Pastor The C('hri'tl in thie earit of the ('i With iThe Desire toIe in the ieart of All Preople Sulndayi' NeW 'nlremr'. ('lrass 9 tu.m.. Snildy dl 'Schooll 9:301 n.i. A 'inr It Jlrship 11 e.m. I11,dn'filt'sdy ^'U i-iy Praiyer liltedne'day Mid-u''eek Srrnrice 1-9' p.m. i Mi^t'tries: r ur ti ; m (''on'lo s, Sin ,'st . -f("thebridge am/ly worship center Sunday Service .... 10:30 am Bible Study ....... .9:30 ami Wednesday Service... 7:00 pmin www.thebridgeflordia.cain 85031 Landover Drive Yulee, Fl 904.225.4860 Legacy Baptist Legacy Baptist Church will host a one-day VBS on June 1 from 9 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. for ages 4-12. The theme is "Bible Boot Camp," a fun-filled camp- ing adve ure including Riging R ier, Sleepy Mountain and Hidden Cave. There will be crafts, recre- ation, music, a Bible story, lunch and refreshments and lots of fun. A pre-registration hot dog supper will be held May 31 at 6 p.m. The church is located at its temporary home in the Nassauville Volunteer Fire Department, 941328 Old Nassauville Road. Call Pastor Jeff Whitaker at 753-0731. ONeal Memorial O'Neal Memorial Baptist Church, 474257 SR 200 Eeast in O'Neil, will convene a youth arts camp from 8 a.m. to noon, June 10 through July 19. The camp is open to all children ages 5 through 12. Two free meals, breakfast and lunch, are provided for all youth through age 18. Call 261-4186 for information. First Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church will offer Vacation Bible School in the Anchor at 515 Centre St., June 10-14. Kingdom Rock is for kids going into kindergarten through fifth grade in the fall and will run from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Register at www.groupvbspro.com/vbs'e z/fpc. For information call 261-3837. healthy eating: walking pro- grams, including the Walk to Bethlehem Program; yoga information; hospice services; and hurricane preparedness. For information call Patty L1nier at 261-4293 Freedaner Springhill Baptist Church will serve meals for individu- CELEBRATION BAPTIST CHURCH Innovative ,vStyle, Contemrpoma, Music. Casual Atmosphero . Pastor Mike Kwiatkowski 85520 Miner Rd. Yulee, FL 32097 . Sunday Worship 9:00am and 10:30am Nursery Provided KidKrdliblh Children Ministries Meeting @ 10:30am Sunday Youth Program Wad, 6:30prn Conrwl7i, 6618 Chirst. Ccsrlnvwc7 mrai Phpan& FIVE POINTS BAPTIST "MORE THAN A CHURCH. WE'RE FAMILY" Dr. Bill Yelell, Interim Pastor Sunday School.................:4.am Worship Service ......... . .11:00m Evening Worship ........... 0:00pm Wednesday Night Supper ...... 60pm Encounter Youth Group .flSOpm-B00pim Wednesday Prayer Service ...... 7rOOpm 736 Bonnieview Road 904-261-4615 Nursery provided Spolntsbaptiltchurch.org Find us on Facebook: Fivea Points Baptist Enoounter Youth BLACKRIOCK BAFI'IST CHURCH 9'362 Blackrock Rd.. Yulee 26 1-6220 Van Power Sunday I-I- Wolship Snrvicer -10,30 am Sunday School 9'15 am Sunday Evefring Woilship Seivico 6:00 pni AWANA Wodnosday 6'3 0 '30 Wednesday Sivicn 7:00 pm Nii sry Providod 5,620 MILES AND COUNTING INFORMATION CENTER P",,OTO BY ,lAIi) I KA FOR'11: Nnvs-!.l-' '\ll6] yornefound ener. - Seventy-two members of Prince of Peace nthera.n Church on Atlantic Avenue walked 5,620 miles to Jerusilem and almost back to Fernandina Beach. The origi- nal goal was to reach Jerusalem by Faster, but instead the group was almost home by Easter with only 500 miles to swim. "Walk to Jerusalem" is designed to encourage physical activity and a healthier lifestyle. Miles were logged by indiviAdu- als for walking, biking, kayaking, chair aerobics, losing weight, having medical screenings such as mammograms and colonoscopies, for spiritual reading and personal devotion times and much more. Tracking the progress on a world map each week allowed all to cheer for each other along the Way. The youngest participant was three-year-old Eban Opheim, who logged 103 miles. The oldest has not stepped up to accept applause but be assured the person was well into their eighties. Keqp moving and keep enjoying you'r'nefouind enierk,! From left, above, are coordinator Nancy Bullen, winner Susan Miller, winner Bill Hansberry and coordinator Dpnna lind. VBS & MORE Springhill Baptist Springhill Baptist Church SonWest Roundup VBS will be Monday through Friday, June 10-14, from 6-8 p.m., for kids entering first through sixth grade in the fall. Saddle up your horses and get on over to SonWest Roundup. Out in the wide-open spaceA, kids will discover a colorful town where all the excitement of the Wild West awaits. There'll be snacks, games, music, crafts and amazing true stories that point you and your kids to Jesus. Register at www.springhill- baptistfb.org or by calling the church office at 261-4741. Parents must bring their chil- dren into the Family Life Center each evening for check-in. Children are encouraged to wear cow- boy/cowgirl clothing, but no play guns or weapons of any kind are allowed. This is a friendly town. The church is located at 941017 Old Nassauville Road. New Life Baptist New Life Baptist Church, 464069 SR 200, Yulee, is reg- istering for Vacation Bible School. The theme is "Investigation Destination," with classes for ages 2-3 years, K4-K5, first-third grades and fourth-sixth grades. VBS will be held July 8-12 from 6-8 p.m. Contact the church office at 261-4818 to register. If there is no answer, please leave a message and someone will get back with you. ' als and families in need in the area on Thursday, May 23 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the church. 941017 Old Nassauville Road. Meals are served on the fourth Thursday of each month. The church also delivers meals to those who cannot come. For information call 261-4741. yULEE Doug Sides, Senlor Pastor , Morning Services 8 15 and 11:00 am Sunday School 9.45 am Sunday Eveningq 600 pm Wednesday Preyer Monng 6:30 pm Wednesday Children 6:30 pmn Wednesday 'Overflow' Youth 6:30 pm Nursery Provided For All Services 85971 Harts Rd. 904-225*5128 Yulee, FL 32097 www.Yuleebapfistchurch conm Welcomes You! Located at the corner of 8th &Atlantic 7:30 a.m. Service 9:00 a.m. Service 11:00 a.m. Service 6 p.m. Celtic Worship 4th Sunday 6 p.m. TAIZE 2nd Sunday 904-261-4293 www.stpetersparish.org "t GRACE A Congregation of the Presbyterlian Church In America Devotd to Crist., to the Fellomwship & to the Great Commission Worship on Sundays at 104S am Nursery and Children's Church provided Grace Groups meot on Wednesday evenings in Parnandina Beach, Kingsland &Yulee. Mon's, Woman's and Youth ministories 85439 Miner Rd. Y1leo (Yuloe Middle School) www, gracnassau comn 904.491.0363 First. BaWli | Church ol Yulcc Sunday School.............. ... o:30 ni Sunday Mornirg Worship .... 1:00 a.m Wednesday Pryr Service ...... 7:00 pm Wcdnesda.y Biile Study" ...... '/:;0 pIn Rev. William Goode, )r. Pastor 86584 Pinrwood Dr., Yulec, Hl 32007 (004) 840.-71 o. FgCYulekcon'r .i st.nor j Worship this week at the place of your choice... ----7 4B AROUND SCHOOL FRIDAY, MAY 10,.2013 News-Leader YMCAcamp Register for free through May 15 for Y for Summer Camp. The Y provides high-quality summer learning initiatives through fun, themed activities that give children a variety of ways to improve reading and math skills, explore music, arts, drama and sports, and learn teamwork and develop new talents. Visit the McArthur Family YMCA, 1915 Citrona Drive, Fernandina Beach, call 261-1080 or0 visit www.FirstCoastYMCA.org: Cub Scoutcamp Registration ends May 17 for Cub Scout Day Camp, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 3-7 at Yulee Elementary for all Scouts about to enter first grade in the fall to fifth grade. Extended day until 5 p.m. costs extra. Register with the North Florida Council at 1-800-232-0845. America's Youth America's Youth, Inc., 907 South 11th St., will host "Camp America" from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. May 28-Aug. 7. Breakfast, lunch and din- ner served. Registration is $150. A parent meeting will be held 4-6 p.m. May 17 and 23 at 4 p.m. or 6 p.m. at America's Youth, where registration forms also are available. Call 624- 5383 or email americasyouthinc@comcast.net Step by Step Step by Step Learning Centers I and II offer camp programs for all ages including tutpring, reading programs, flag football, soc- cer shots, music and dance, arts and crafts, science experiments, exercise class and board games. Field trips include fun, movies and educational destinations. Breakfast, lunch and snack included. Camps begin May 28. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Children may be dropped off earlier. Both schools also are enrolling VPK for the 2013-14 school year. Bring proof of age and residency. Call Center 1 at 277-8700 and Center 2 at 261-6030. - Tree House Tree House Academy, 2120 Will Hardee Road, Fernandina, offers a summer enrich- ment program based on the state approved curriculum, Beyond Centers & Circle Time and the book Amelia A to Z. The summer will be spent exploring Amelia Island. Children must be five or older and graduates of VPK, kindergarten, first or second grade. Hours are 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Tuition is $130 per week and includes breakfast, lunch, snack and most field trips. Reservation fee is $60 for one child/$75 per family. The acade- my also is accepting VPK enrollment for the 2013-14 school year. Call 432-7078. Visit www.thacademy.com. Coopcamp The Amneli Taland lar&Xt6'Opelativec Preschool, 5040 First Coast Hwy., is offering six one-week summer camps, June 3-July 19 for ages 3-5. Themes are Lets Get Physical, Fairy Princess & Superhero Training Camp, Heading for the Wild, Wild West, Little Space Travelers, Natural Wonders Week and Under the Sea. Times are 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (call about extended care until 3 p.m.). Part-time (3 days/week) is $65 and full-time is $95 (5 days/week). Call 261-1161 or go to www.aipcp.org. "I' I I (I' Camp Explore 1 Fernandina Beach Christian Academy at First Baptist Church on South Eighth Street offers summer camps. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon unless otherwise noted. Minimum 20 campers. Fee per camp is $100 and includes. T-shirt. Lunch provided. Visit FernandinaChristianAcademy.com or contact Shannon Hogue at shannon.hogue@fbcaknights.com. Pirates and Princess Camp, ages 4-5, is June 3-7. Jr. Camp Explore is June 10-14 for upcoming-K to upcoming second grade. Sr. Camp Explore, June 24-28, is for upcoming third to upcoming fifth grade. Jr. Fiesta Spanish Camp, June 24-28, is for upcoming kindergarten to upcoming second grade. Sr. Fiesta Spanish Camp, June 24-28, 12:30- 3:30 p.m., is for upcoming third to upcoming sixth grade. Artscamp O'Neal Memorial Baptist.Church, 474257 SR 200 East in O'Neil, will convene a youth arts camp from 8 a.m. to noon, June 10-July 19, open to'all children ages 5 through 12. Two free meals, breakfast and lunch, are pro- vided for all youth through age 18. Call 261-' 4186 for information. Boys & Girls Clubs Boys & Girls Clubs in Nassau County will offer Summer Camp programs June 10-J uly 26 for ages 6-18, with an emphasis on participa- tion, fun and exposure to a range of activities and field trips. In addition, the "Read Across" program sends a clear message that reading is important and fun. The staff to member ratio is 1:20. Discounts available for multiple children. Camp concludes with a closing celebration. Contact the Miller Boys & Girls Club in Nassauville at 261-1075. For the Roberts Learning & Achievement Center in Fernandina, call 491-9102. Data Busters Data Busters Summer Youth Computer Camp is June 17-July 26 at FSCJ in Yulee. Students ages 14-16 have an opportunity to earn money and win a computer or laptop. They work 10 hours/week at $7.79/hour and take two computer classes (5 hours/week) and two job training days (5 hours each) and attend a professional development day on Friday. Transportation is provided from the Northeast Florida Community Action Agency at 1303 Jasmine St. to FSCJ in Yulee. Participants must meet low-income and aca- demic requirements. Deadline is May 31. Contact Janeecee Johnson at 261-0801, ext. 204. Gymnastics camps Fantastic Gymnastic Summer Camps are June 24-27 and July 23-26 from 9 a.m.-noon. Discount offered for both camps. Fee is $85 for registered gymnast or $95 non-registered. Ages 4 and up. The Fantastic All-Star Cheerleading program is for mini-team ages 5-11 and junior/senior team ages 12-18. Location is 96070 Chester Road (behind Publix in Yulee). Call 225-0022 or e-mail Fantasticgym@imsn.com or visit Fantasticgym.com. SUnccEIIIUo: TO THE CLASS OF 2013% Let them know how proud you are! Family and friends can honor 1 ) that special graduate with a personal message that will be ' 7 I' published in the News-Leader A Gi aduatle SCongiitull tions 1 ,1,1l. diil I, We are so pioud 101 vo AlvW ys Il011 \'uV dealt ii3 mall n ite\ all si l n itnI itt I e O MI i ng& [lI -.III DEADLINE MAY 17 @ 5PM Please Provide a Photo of your Graduate! - ----------------------------------- (Please PriIl learlyl Grad's Name: Message: From: 'No Business Names) Stop by or mail this completed form with photo and check or money order for $30 to: News-Leader 511 Ash St. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 1 I' SUMMER CAMPS SUBMITTED Celebrating at the Junior Cotillion event are Victoria Blackwell, Jeremiah Giedrys, Shelby Steadman, Jonathan Ball, Lynn McCloskey, Rebecca Thornton, Director Lynn Dempsey, Kristy Gray, Laura Page, Emma Bledsoe and Zack Steadman, Not pictured is Courtney Severance. Good manners awarded The National League of Junior Cotillions, Nassau County Chapter, has announced those named "Best-Mannered Teacher" of the 2012-13 school year. Recipients are: Victoria Blackwell, Emma Love Hardee Elementary: Jonathan Ball, Yulee Middle: Lynn McCloskey, Faith Christian Academy; Kristy Gray, St. Michael Academy; Kim Shumate, Callahan Intermediate; Courtney Severance, Fernandina Beach Middle: and Emma Bledsoe, private piano teacher. Says Lynn Dempsey, director of the local Junior Cotillion, "The students in our program were excited about being part of the selection process. They wanted to honor teachers who exemplify the etiquette and manners being taught in our programs." The award winners were nominated by Junior Cotillion students who wrote an essay about a teacher in their school. Victoria Blackwell was nominated by Jeremiah Giedrys; Jonathan Ball by Shelby Steadman; Lynn McCloskey by Rebecca Thornton; Kristy Gray by Jonah Braeger; Kim Shumate by Katie Wilkinson; Courtney Severance by Laura Page; and Emma Bledsoe by Zack Steadman. The criteria for selection included their pos- itive characteristics, how the teacher shows cour- tesy and respect for students, and why the per- son is a good role model. According to Dempsey, "The special teachers are those who treated the students with respect and instilled a love of learn- ing which will continue to have a positive effect on the students' performance throughout their school years." The National League of Junior Cotillions is an etiquette and social dancing training program that involves thousands of students nationwide. Students learn the customs and courtesies that will serve them for a lifetime. Topics covered include table manners, writ- ing thank you notes and responding to formal invitations, in addition to many other social skills that will make life-more pleasant for them and for those around them. Most importantly, the stu- dents learn to feel comfortable in social situa- tions. For information call 556-2916 or email lynn.detnpsey@nljc.com. CLASS NOTES SAC meeting The School Advisory Council of Fernandina Beach High School will hold its reg- ularly scheduled meeting on May 16 at 3:30 p.m. in the main office conference room. For any questions and/or concerns contact Spencer G. lX)dree at 261-5713. Whaleof sale The Nassau County 4-H program will host a "Whale of a Sale" from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. May 17 and 8 a.m.-i p.m. May 18 at the multi-use facility next to the County Building at 543350 US 1 in Callahan. Interested vendors should contact the Nassau County Extension Service for more information at (904) 879-1019. A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held May 17 from 5-7 p.m. to help support youth attending camp. Visit the Extension office to purchase tickets in advance. Cub Roundup Cub Scout Pack 171 of the First Alliance Church of Hilliard, at 37207 Mill St., will hold a Cub Scout Roundup May 20 from 6-7 p.m. Members will attend Day Camp in June and enjoy events all summer long. By joining now, new Scouts can earn badges, awards and par- ticipate in the events. Adults can join in too. For details contact Honey and John Matthews at 715-0312 or hmathewsl71 ..*'g,..ii 'om. Summer safety 'lThe Nassau Alcohol, Crime and lDrug Abatement Coalition will hokl its Sulunemr Safety Meeting llat 4 p.m. May 21 at the Fernandina Beach Police Station Communnity Room, 1525 lime St. Topics will include 4-H summer youth programs, the power of parents, bike helmet and water safety, heart attack and stroke recognition and hands- only CPR with the UF Extension Services, Department of Health, MADD and the Fernandina Beach Fire Department. The meeting is open to all parents, youth and community mem- bers. Refreshments will be served. Call 277-3699 or visit www.llacdac.org. JSYO auditions Auditions for the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra (JSYO) will take place May 28-3:1 and June 1-2 at Florida State College at J.1. I.-,'l ill, South Calmpus, in Building M2 near t(lie west parking lot in the large ensemble room on the first' floor. Visit www.jaxy- outhorchestra.com/audi- tions/'to view the guidelines, including for each JSYO ensemble. To apply for an audition visit www.jaxy- outhorchestra.com and click on the Auditions tab to get started. For information call (904) 354-5479,e xt. 221. Curriculum Convention Home Education Resources & Information (HERI) is hosting the 2013 Curriculum Convention at the Prime E Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville June 28-29 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. This event is open to all and will offer workshops on home- schooling for the new home- schooler and veteran. HERI is a nonprofit organization locat- ed on the west side of Jacksonville and serving homeschoolers in Northeast Florida. Early registration for non- HERI members is $32 (per family) or $42 at the door. Visit www.homeschool- li fe.com/sysfiles/enmber/in dex_public.cfm?mem- berid=1083 or e-mail heri- jax@yahoo.com. Student wins scholarship for helping mom with MS JACKSONVILLE The school Jake -W ^ scholarship program 10 years North Florida Chapter of the has kept active ago. This year, 423 new awards National MS Society has with after- and 257 renewals totaling announced this year's recipients school jobs, : $1,156,225 were presented of its annual Scholarship Pro- 'I n t e ract nationwide. gram: Jacob Withers from Young Repub- Applications are evaluated Fernandina Beach, Alexandra licans, Nation- on financial need, academic Hunt from Pensacola and Peter al Honors record, leadership and volun- Mitchell from Destin. Society, the Withers teer'activities, a statement of The program helps-students Engineering -----__ educational and career goals, affected by multiple sclerosis Team and a and letters of recommendation. pursue a college or technical variety of sports. Applicants are also asked to pro- school education. It is open to Jake's mot-her was diag- vide a personal statement high school seniors who live nosed with MS just as he began describing the impact MS has with MS or have a parent who high school. Her first symptoms had on their life. Scholarships does; or anybody living with MS were severe and made life very range from $1,000 to $3,000 and who has not yet been to a post- difficult. "She struggled to do typically cover one year, secondary school. everyday things as simple as although a limited number of In addition to the emotional using the computer, driving, and awards may exceed this toll, MS can have a substantial even cutting her own food," Jake amount. financial impact on a family. The shares. "My mom's physical lim- "For the families of our win- direct and indirect costs of MS, stations caused by MS have ners and the hundreds of thou- including lost wages even for given me the opportunity to sands diagnosed with MS those with health insurance experience the try joy of being across the country, there are are estimated at more than able to help others as well as very few known sources of $70,000 annually per household, the platform to get to know my scholarship assistance specially This makes funding a college mom better." targeted for these families," said education that much harder. Jake remembers a light blue Chapter President, Corrina Jacob ("Jake") Withers is T-shirt in his mom's closet Steiger. "MS shouldn't stand in graduating from Fernandina which he says sums up her out- thd way of an education, and we Beach High School and has look on life it's an image of a are hopeful this program will kept busy with multiple aca- drinking glass with the words give families some relief." demic, sports and service activ- "Half Full." "Although MS has Information about scholar- ities, all while maintaining a 3.8 scarred my mom's body, it has ships for 2014-15 will be avail- GPA. He plans on attending the not damaged her outlook on life. able on the National MS Society University of Georgia to study By looking at the glass as 'half website on Oct. 1. For more mathematics and science and full,' she has proven that MS infofination, call 1-800-344-4867 his goal to become an anesthe- cannot defeat us." or visit www.nationalMSsociety. siologist. Throughout high. The Society established its org/scholarship. innrTiiiiii, ,g 5 i. ^^M.'\,-^ "*- CLASSIFIED 5B NEWs-LEADER FRIDAY, MAY 10. 2013 To Place An Ad, Call (904) 261-3696. 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(904)321-3422 ALL REAL ESTATE Advertised Herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any prefec- ence, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or the intention to Make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. The News-Leader will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby Informed that all dwellings 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 Sthe hearing Impaired 1(800)927- S9275. BARBER Joe'; FRESH SHOP Produce & Deli FOR LEASE miTA- oLIuc 904-277-3942 .... . 'NasOi FORlEASE i ..T :.1., 904-277-3942 474390 East StatLoad 200 .t ... .. , ; 2 H S 201 Help Wanted AIR SEA AMERICA is a Freight Forwarder and Customhouse Broker located on Center Street. Looking to hire an individual to handle import and export operations. Must have 2+ years' experience in international Freight Forwarding, operations. Send resume to: fobs@asamerlca.com ' BARTENDER NEEDED at Scabreeze lounge. Experience preferred. Apply in person at Days Inn, 2707 Sadler .Rd. No phone calls. EXPERIENCED OUTCALL PHONE SALES PERSON Part to full time based on individual's ability to create and close compatible customer needs. www.olysteel.com. Send resume to Olympic Steel, 95770 Amelia Con- course, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. associate rep SUMMER WORK GREAT PAY! Immed FT/PT openings, customer sales/svc, will train, conditions apply, all ages 17+, Call ASAP! 904-900-4573 NEWSPAPER ROUTES AVAILABLE - Up to $350 per week. Early morning delivery. Call Buddy at (904)753-0273. 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Pets/Supplies I 40 GOLDFISH Free to a good home. 4" average length. Take some or all. (904)624-0812 FREE KITTENS to good home. Males & females. Brown & white tabby. Call (904)624-3228. WE'RE BACK!!! After' 4 months hiatus, BIG NEW ESTATE SALES!! Multiple Units, Fri. 10th, lpm-Spm & Sat. 11th 9am-lpm, See Craigslist Due to. Back Log of Itemsll AAAA Storage Units Fernandina Beach next to STAPLES!l I (F) MOVING SALE Sat. 5/11, 9am- noon. Household Items, tools, clothing, some furniture, & more. 5378 Florence Point Dr. HUGE YARD SALE 97228 Morgan's Way. Lots of furniture, art, kitchenware. Everything is priced to sell. Sat. 5/11, 7am-? DOWNSIZING TO A BOAT Sat. 5/11, 9am-lpm. 910 San Ferando St. See Cralgslist for pictures. (F) YARD SALE Sat. 5/11, 8am-4pm (no early birds). Books, collectibles, dishes, clothes, misc. 215 S. 7th St., Fernandina Beach. COMMUNITY YARD SALE on Amelia Concourse. Sat. 5/18, 9am-5pm & Sun. 5/19, 9am-4pm. Variety of houses. i Furniture, clothes, home accessories, tools. Something for,' everyone. Please come see. YARD SALE Large family downsizing! Seasonal items, tools, decorating items, frames, books, Ralph Lauren bedding, leather office supplies, kit- chen supplies, many great items. Sat. 5/11 & Sun. 5/12. 506S 5. 14th St. YARD SALE Sat. 5/11, 8am-12-pm. Furniture, boy's American Eagle jeans sz. 28/30, and more. 96364 Nassau Lakes Circle. (F) AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES GARAGE SALE Sat. 5/11, 8am-12pm - for sale. Males & females, $650/each. on Whitfield Dr. off of Will Hardee, in Ready now. Call (904)415-9231. the Lakewood Subd. In Fernandina. REALTOR OPEN HOUSE PUBLIC INVITED Saturday, May 11 1 PM-4PM OFF ISLAND 10260 Heckscher Drive North Jacksonville 3BR/3.5 BA ASF 3,000 $859,000 >'J ^ ^ Call a News-Leader AD-Visor at 261-3696 and let them SERVICE D IRECTO RY I help you put the service directory to work for you. Two sizes available to meet you company's needs. 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Scil IMWsmi Chris Dive S ; ; t S l C ult Serving Nassau County W (\v"- 20 years with 464054 SR 200 *Yutce (904) 261-6821 P\ INTIN(; ,',i i ii i imitl ,r him li tii'" IIII ,i -; It Moses Painting Interior & Exterior Specialty Coatings Pressure Washing, Licensed & Insured 904468-0762 PRESSURE WASH ING PRESSURE WASHING RAY O'ROURKE Houses Trailers Patios Driveways etc. Exterior Windows Wood Decks C/eaned & Resea/ed FREE ESTIMATES 261-4353 | COASTAL ROOFING ' e.R oofing Is Our Specialty8 Nassau County's Largest Roofing & Siding Contractor Serving Satisfied Homebullders & Homeowners N Since 1993 S Re-Roofing New Roofing S Siding Soffit& Fascia S261-2233 Free Estimates A Comstl building Systems Co SCCC-05 7020 LU4!' 0*** A At If AIRLINES ARE HIRING Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-314-3769 CONSTRUCTION i LAWN MAINTENANCE GARAGE DOOR & OPERATOR SYSTEMS Steven liair Maintenance, in T"'I',l ,' i ," since 19S -' Quit Paying Too Mir hl! 'upi', d, i ie pla r'iinl, [a-iii mill r !ip.cmr nl * B in '1 iwl,1 sIirppd Inas' 9 r 04' -2 ,-20 8tri 6 all nnke- & nmti' 904-277-2086 r- ---I 16 ( \R \GE DOORS 6B FRIDAY. MAY 10,2013 CLASSIFIED News-Leader * RETAIL at Gateway 1170 SF $1,300 mo OBO OFFICE at Gateway 762 SF 2 offices and patio space $900 OBO0 Warehouse Office COilllbo 800 SF $750 incl sew & water Warehouse 3 offices 2,000 SF $1,500 OBO 8th St. Affordable retail or office. 200 SF up to 12,000 SF We offir buyer and teminit represen tation Please contact Ius. or your com1111mercial rTal estate needs 0o buy, sell or hlese. Phil Griffin Broker GRI 904-556-9140 608 S. 8th St. Fernandina Beach, FL ACRFL.com CURTISS H. LASSERRE Real-Estate, Inc. v V\w.lissertre ralestiate.coni RESIDOLMTlAL. * 133-1 Atlantic Avenue, 3BR/ I BA $1,100/mo * 19 S. l' h Street, $850 I utl.Avallable 6/1 AiiAmela Lakes, I BIk/I BA $800 S3BR/2BA hone on lIofton Creek 2,600 sq.ft Dock, gai-age/workshop. Large lot, gourniet kitchen, many other bonus's $1l,950/1mo.Plus utilities, VACATI.ONtRENTAL *AFFORDABLE WEEKLY/ MONTHLY 28R11BA Ocean-view. 487 S. Fletcher. Across the street from the beach.All until, wi-fi,TV & phone. *3BR/3BA townhome in Sandpiper Loop $1450/wk plus taxes & cleaning fee. COMMERCIAL *850688 US HWY 17. 1,210 Sq Ft building with 3.8' acres of fenced proqrty, formerly a Nursery with some utbuilding and a green house still on property *Two 800sf Office/Retail spaces, can be joined for one, 1,600 sq ft spaceAIA next to Peacock Electric $12/sq. ft + CAM & Tax *Amelia Park Unit B small office (2 rooms) wjth bath, 576 sq. ft. $ 1050/mo. + sales tax. * Five Points Village 1,200 sq. ft.AIA/S 8th St. exposure Great for retail, services, or office, $1,200/mo +sales tax, *Amelia Park Unit E (14th Sc frontage) - 910 approx. sq.ft., 3 offices, reception area, kitchen & bathroom. $14501nS/mo. + utilities.- * 1839 S, 8th St. adjacent to Huddle House, 1,800 sq.ft. $1700/mo. lease + tax. Sale also considered. 90.6146 WOODBERRY LANE Stunning 3br/3ba home in The Preserve at Summer Beach. Prime location, view and floor plan. Separate office/den. Half mile stroll to the beach. Screened porch, filed plus paver patio Fantastic large neighbor- hood pool. MLS# 59886 $409,900 GOLFSIDE SOUTH Lovel/ 3br/3ba home located on the beautiful Summer Beach Golf Course in the upscale gated community of Golfside. South in Summer Beach. Numerous renova- tions. Short walk to golf, beach or to The Ritz Cailton. MLS# 59272 .$699,000 THE VILLAS Beautiful townh-ome with a two car garage in gated community backed by preservation area, . Just a short stroll to the private pool or to the beach. Full Club Membership Included. MLS# 57231 $349,900 "-' "; A *" - OCEAN PLACE Gorgeous 3BR/3B3A conJo located on the 51h floor of Ocean Place. Fabulously furnished and decorat- ed. Condo is in pristine condition and available to you as on awe-Insplilng primary residence, second hoMe or investment property. MLS# 59813 $890,000 601 Garage Sales GARAGE SALE Sat. 5/11, 1596 Ellis Landing Rd., NassaLuvlll, 10amrn-4pm, Turn at store, 1st street take Rt., (904) 557-3924. Recllners, window air conditioned; sofa, chair, treadmill, king size frame, head and footboard much more. ESTATE SALE Beautiful Lake Home. Sofa, love seats, wing back chahs, ant. round oak coffee table, plant stands, recliner, many lamp tables, wooden bench, table lamps; floors lamps, nice artwork, art supplies, frames, mirrors, oriental carpets, floral arrangements, foot- stools, many silverplate Items, flatware, silverplate, punch bowl & cups, 3 china cabinets, magazine rack, ant. wooden bowls & trays, cookbooks, ant. mantle &.. wall clocks, harvest table, 6 white wood- en chairs, 10' country cabinet, small appliances, cookware, baking items, Mikasa "English Countryside" dinner- ware, sideboard, mahogany dining table with 6 chairs & 3 leafs, ant. handmade cedar chest, ant. what- not shelf, Lenox, much crystal, china platters, milk glass pitcher & bowl, Haviland "Montmery" dinnerware, collection cups & saucers, Royal Doulton "Miramont" dinnerware, pottery, rope leg table, large luncheon set, iron bed, mattress box springs, queen, linen, suitcases, Windsor, bookcases (very nice pine), ant. chairs, maple rocker, baby clothes, many art books,. decorative Items, books, ant. blanket rack, wooden cradle, red wagon, outdoor items, ant. desk, ,ant. wardrobe, slant front desk, clothing, Sanyo flat screen TV., metal cushion love seat, queen bed, Singer sewing machine, file cabinet, costume jewelry, hand painted folding screens, baskets, ant. trunk, picture frames, folding Indoor ladder, folding chairs, office chair, fans, roaster, some tools, chimes, Christmas. So much more. May 9, 10 & 11th, Thurs., Fri., & Sat., 8-3. 96136 Montego Bay, in Islesworth S.D. off S 14th St., Fernandina Beach, FL. Follow the red & white signs. 1925 S. 14'" St., Suite 4 Amelia Island, FL Sales (904)277-9700 Property Management (904)277-0907 Surfside Properties, Inc. www.ameliasurfside.com DIM ,. ;--'.,. 3BR/2BA approx 2400 sq ft on Amelia By The Sea, 809 Vernon Street 10.35 acres with 3/4 acre Ground Floor Unit! 2/2 3BR/2BA, LR, DR, new root and stocked pond with dock. $233,000 MLS #57243 AC, 3rd BR (23x12) can be efti- $364,900 MLS#59746 ciency has separate entrance & BA. $115,000 MLS#59719 Freeman/Blackrock Rd. 1.71 536-B N. Fletcher Ave. +/- acres, well on lot. $49,900 2BR/2BA $800/mo. ,., MLS#59607 ",, lan Drive Lot 21 and 23 sold _ together, 5 acres. $84,000 S338 TARPON AVE MLS#59480 338 TARPON AVE., lan Drive- Lot 12, vacant lot to 3 Plex at Main Beach. build on. $39,000 MLS#59485 $255,000 MLS#54661 k . VIRTUAL TOURS Summer Beach MAIN SALES OFFICE (800) 322-7448 (904) 261-0624 AVAILABLE AT WWW.REALTOR.COM is our address, not our boundary! SUMMER ,BEACTr Amelia Isltand, Florida CAi.i. ANY OF (OUR SAILS AGENTS NMARC.Y Mo .K AND REW SANDS BRENDA SLATER CARLTON DUNES Elite 3-4br/4ba homes overlooking the ocean, with ten-foot ceilings and large covered wraparound balconies for the ultimate in luxury oceanfront liv- ing. Grand open and spacious floor plans, Prices start at $1 1325.000 HARRISON COVE VILLAS Gorgeous Villal Large screened porch, spacious great room with gas fireplace, elevator and over- sized one car garage Fabulous kitchen offers stories steel appliances, granite countertops and high cell- ings!l A must see! MLS# 59601 $329,000 r -.. -. .. --------- ".. -..... 1 ESTATE HOMES AT THE PRESERVE Offers private sihgle-family homes inside a gated Mediterranean-style community. This uLnique communi- ty allows owners to pick their own home site, then select their floor plan and elevation for the builder, Emerald Homes, to create their dream home. Beautifully fuLnished Mediterranean-style oceanfront villa located just steps away from the pool and the ocean. Enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle? Sensational fitness area and tennis couilts on site. A must see! MLS# 58284 $599,000 601 Garage Sales YARD SALE 4 piece wicker set, entertainment center, white storage cabinet, all craft supplies and beading $1.00/ca., lots of misc. 85001 Crews Rd., Nassauville. Green signs. Fri, only 8am-2pm. GARAGE SALE 32105 Grand Parke Blvd in Flora Parke. Sat. 5/11, Bam- 12pm. Household Items, furniture, hand tools, electronics. (F) PLANT SALE Mothers Day Plants with Bows, $2 and $3. 96014 Sea Winds Dr. at the south end of Clinch Dr. Fri. 5/10 & Sat. 5/11, 8am-12 noon. HUGE GARAGE SALE! Sat. 5/11, 7:30am. Home furnishings, acces- sories, pictures, bedding, office equip., electronics and lots of other great stuff. 1782 Heather St. (Amelia Park). 1602 Articles for Sale POOL TABLE One in slate top, has all the accessories plus several cue sticks, $500. (904)557-1740 SELDOM USED BUNK BED Bottom bunk is a full sized and .top is twin. Great for boy or girl. Photo available. $225. (904)524-7989 STAIR MASTER & ELLIPTICAL FOR SALE! Stepmill 7000 PT & Precor EFX 5241. Both are like brand new, both were $4,000 new, asking $1200/060 each. May help with delivery' Joanna 206-1116. 613 Television Radio-Stereo DIRECTV Official TV Deal America's top satellite provider! DIRECTV plans starting at $29.99/mo for 12 mos after instant rebate. Get the best in entertainment. (800)253-0519. ANF 624 Wanted To Buy COIN COLLECTOR/INVESTOR will pay good prices for your silver coins (pre-1965). Please call (719)339-4894 for details/appointments. I 802 Mobile Homes MOBILE HOME '- For Sale. 1979 Skyline, 12x61, 2BR/1BA, very good condition. Have title & ready to move. $4,000. (904)583-4459 2007 4BR/2BA on 1 acre. Ready to move in. $3,800 down, 30 years @ 3.75%. Only $449.55/mo. + taxes + insurances, pending credit approval. Call (904)225-0884. I S A Am e 6sa 1 806 Waterfront I Waterfront Homres & Lots Call (904) 261-4066 for information. C.H. Lasserre, Realtor, OCEANFRONT LOT In Jacksonville Beach. Zoned multi-family 4-plcx. Ready to build on. $675,000, (904) 868-2150 Broker/Owner. 808 Off Island/Yule NORTH HAMPTON 4BR/3BA 3 car garage. Immaculate move in condition, golf, community pool and Outpost. Formal areas, neutral colors, mother-in- law suite. Call for showing: Daune Davis, Watson Realty Corp. (904)571-4213 852 Mobile Homes ON ISLAND Lg remod'ld 3/2 SWMH in park, $225/wk, $895/mo. ALSO, sm 3/1 house, CH&A, Bailey Rd & Sunset, $900/mo + dep. (904)261-5034 852 Mobile Homes 856 Apartments Unfurnished LARGE 2BR/2BA Upstairs Studio Apartment For Rent A must see. 1,875/mo. Call (904)476-3373. POST OAK APTS (904)277-7817 Affordable living located at 996 Citrona Dr. Fernandina Beach, FL. Rent starts at $572 per month. Central a/c. 1 & 2 bedroom apts avail. TDD Hearing Impaired number #711 "This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.' "Equal Housing Opportunity" 858 Condos-Unfurnished AMELIA LAKES 2BR/2BA, washer/ dryer, overlooking lake. $925/mo. Darlington Realty Inc. (904)261-8030. FOR LEASE Luxury 3BR/3.5BA. Ground floor, gated community, FP, 2- car garage, pool. $1695/mo includes water & cable. Call (912)278-1060. AMELIA Spacious 3/2, cathedral ceilings, SS appliances, granite, gated with pool/hot tub. W/D included. Avail. 5/1 $1100/mo. (904)251-9525 YULEE 3BR/2BA SW. $775/mo. SPACIOUS GROUND LEVEL 2BR/ Water inc. Small dog or service animals 2BA in Stoney Creek. W/D included. only. Call (904)501-5999. No Smoking. $950/mo. Call (954)444- 9484. 3BR/2BA SW 75641 Johnson Lake Rd., Yulee. $700/mo. + $700 deposit. Call (478)363-1066. RV RENTALS AVAILABLE in a campground. Weekly or monthly. All utilities & WiFi included. (904)225- 5577. AFFORDABLE LIVING Bring your RV to live on a campground for $425/ mo. All utilities Included. Ask about senior citizen special. (904)225-5577. S854 Rooms MASTER BR Private entrance. Across street from beach. Utilities, TV & Internet service furnished. Call 583-2456. FURNISHED 1BR EFFICIENCY Pro- fesslonal person preferred. References required. $550/mo. + deposit. Includes utilities. Call (904)415-0311. 860 Homes-Unfurnished 2-STORY 3BR/2BA private mid island location. Huge decks, applianc- es, FP, sec. & sprinkler systems, WS, Avail. June. $1,300/mo. 904-206-0304 VISITwww.chaplinwilliamsrentals. corn for the most recent information on Long Term Rentals. Updated Daily. Chaplin Williams Rentals, The Area's Premier Rental Company 4BR/3BA in Marsh Lakes Villages - 2160 sq. ft. Available June or before. $ISOO1500/mo. Call (904)415-1053. 3BR/2.5BA TOWNHOME 2184-B First Ave. $1500/mo. Call (912)270- 3239. ROOM FOR RENT Includes cable, all 861 Vacation Rentals I utilities. $500/mo. + deposit. Back- ground check. (904)982-5850 VACATION CHALET in N. Carolina 855 Apartments Furnished SMALL EFFICIENCY APT. 3 minutes from beach. Utilities included. Partly furnished. $500/mo. + deposit. Call (904)310-5977. One Bedroom $515/mo. Limited Time Offer Ciit Apartments with Country Charm! Close to schools & shopping. 20 minutes to Jacksonville * ltD CGnneati,, * L Mrsir CJehl% * Ptimae Paili, * SparkUrg P.... * Tbnnis Courri *Exeriic RSum Eastwoo aks Apartments (904) 845-2922 37149 Cody Circle billiard, Fl. Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30 Sat. /Sun. h, Appt. 11_ 1 Mountains. River overlook, cozy, well furnished, majestic views. Peaceful. $550 a week. Call (904)757-5416.- OCEANFRONT 1BR/1BA CONDO - with swim & tennis, Wi-Fi, all utilities, gated. Monthly or weekly rates. Call (904)556-5162. OCEANVIEW 3BR/2BA and 2BR/1BA. Call (904)261-4066; C.H. Lasserre, Realtor, for special rates. 863 Office EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES Office space from 100 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. Includes utilities, Internet, common area receptionist, conference room, break room, & security. For info call (904)753-4179. 901 Automobiles 1984 MERCEDES BENZ 380SL Mint cond. 78,000 mi. Cream color hard top coco brown soft top. All original. Prist- ine. $12,500. (912)816-0835 Iv msg. 904 Motorcycle FOR SALE motorcycle. 6303. - 2002 Kawasaki 750cc $2,000. Call (904)261- (904) 277-6597 Business I a lp hin (800) 699-6597 Toll Free (904) 277-4081 Fax 1880 S. 14th St., Suite 103 Amelia Island, FL 32034 k Over 25 Years As Amelia Island's #1 Property Management Company r7"w^ Visit us at www.GALPHINRE.coM SIGLEJEAMU lX QMES (- ORlS.lASBND SINGLE. FAMILY I IONIES -. OFF ISLAND_ don't * 1010 S. 10th Street, 1224sf 3BR'2BA Two full batdnooms. 85690 Bostick Wood Drive (North Hampton Subdivision) 2417sf Driveway parking with chain link fence. $925 3BR 2BA La'ge open kitchen and dining area. Spliz flool plan with * 204 S. 18th Street, 1104sf 2BR/22BA Home near corner of Beech elegant Mastis suite, sep..arate aio oiher bedrooms. Shared bathroom Street and 18th Street. Hardwood floors and ceramic tile dlioughout. beItwvee two hedoonlms. Ga.s tlcph:.ce. Foirmal dining area and cat-in Two bedrooms combined to make very large Master bedroom, Sh edition cCeaiiic ilo.uing S-.evned pa:io and back yard borders proe batliroom in hall and bathroom in laundiy iom near den. seive. atels e access ..iudlbo : Imnch ne:n by. Cominni:ypool and play- \Wasler 'dryer included. Fenced back vard. Close to schools. Available ciound 2-ct gs. ag. Liie c inch:ded. Available June 1st $1750 June 1st $1150 FURNISHED HOMES ON ISLAND * 4719 Yachtsman Drive (G61lfside South Subdivision) 2257sf 3997 First Avenue, 1361sf 3iBR 2lBA F-.lly i.:nnished excluding 3BR/2BA Home in Gated Golfside Southl, across from The Ritz kitcheiisupplits andlinLs). To Mas':e bats vi sepiatre shower and Carlton. Home has open floor plan w-ith separate den/family room. r.b. bl.ekfn.ast nlooa, dii ini:iin nil y ioom. carpe i and inyfloo riin. Very Eat-in kitchen svithl updated appliances. island and butler's pantTy. dose to 'i, Bea.lch and gol.f ,':e-. Firepcl'e in living room Screened-in Master bedroom has larce walk-in closer. I Large window-s in ever' poh s"'i f:'*n and private bIlcky.nni Availdle Now! $1250 room. Washer/dryer and lawn care included. Communit- pool near- S5564 Bostick hood 1rive (North Hampton Subdivision) - by. Available August 1st $21098 3BR 3BA 'fly t.,s i ished 11 iMasterbali. separate shower and S1811 Village Court (Ocean Village Subdivision) 1896st tub 'Xitlh double sinks. I'ool :.ble in dining room. Breakfast nook and S81 ilae ort (Oea illage Sb doivisonin 8s closet paintv in kitchen. Gs ireplce.pllantainon slIuneis, carpet. Beauit 2BR/2BA single family home with bonus room i gaed c- raicile l wod loin Covered patiodek and back d riruritc. 24-hour security, community pools arnd tennis court. Cerallic that herders psevisvi Coilminlill ipuol and plavelound. 2-car arafge, tile and wood floors in-living areas wisth carpeted bedrooms. Spacious W\shle, nite, Inn, ce, p,'s or. nl an : \s,soc-iador fces isiclhded in open kitchen. Includes new waslier/dryer, lawn care, pool service, et. Dicl TV and high speed iter le ady. Available Nowl.$2350 quarterly pest control and trash pick-up. $2400 CONlIdO TOiWNls hOMIl: PA'Ail'MINTS S1NGI&FAMILYJiMiYES.A1 1FNISAL ) 2850 S. Fletcher Avenue Upstairs unit with great Ocean * 33161 SuilkV Parke Circle (Flora Parke Subdivision) 3175sf views' 3iBI1 IlBA -li Mais:ei bath aind e:.-iii kitchen, carpet and 5BRI4,BA Five lange bedloomns or 4 ledoiloms with a bonus loonm pi inly nling. Wa:n, \'i .we.el d:.isih included Yard watering systern. Over-sized Master bath and three full baths. Nice kitchen featuring Driveway pa:king. $1150 new stainless steel appliances. Crown moldinit, new A C, plantation 2840B S. Fletcher Avenue. 1000sf Upstairs unit with spec- shttei.s, ceramic tile, new carpet and haidwootd floors. Fiieplace ill taculnr lOcean views from living room and dining room! - faluily room Fonial diing area, eat-in kitchen with closet painty alid 2BR 11 A Spacious 2 beilloonm, iill lh Mas litath with Horida style ltcaklfast blar,nook. Covered patio/deck and yard watering systellm. 2. living wih greli t ll,; oc.infin: covered patio deck. Bleaktst ha 'nllook. car garage. Association fees included. Available Now! $1750 Calpet inid ceramic tile. Stacked washed dityer. Covered pario deck. S85678 BOstick Wood Drive (North Hampton Subdivision) 2900sf Plenty of' pa1kiing when company arrives P'ay only electric bill, all Located in desirable Noil ilHamnpton, dis spacious'I bednlom.in, :ll liathi- olhc ultieuics ;.ie iucllnuded ldiwn I cae. uiaisli. watel and sewer inclued- lxili house tias mauy elegarlt upgrades. Formal dining n rm, large ear-in ed in lenut $1275 kitchen, rieplance in faunily room ; vaulted ceilingts and alarml systei. OFFICE/RETAI Covered patio/deck with storage shed. Privat backward iardelis pr vse. OFFICE/RETAIL Wanletacecessandboatl.auinehltCarby.Conlunl ity fea huslagepool,.clubp Amelia Park 1001 Atlantic Jasmine Center house and playground. Includes lawn service, pest control. Association 'Tlrn Center A\enue 2300 sq. ft. fees, wireless internet nd basi cable service, Available Now! $2150 1000 to 2200 ii. ft, 130 to 1,1900 sq. ft. 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