Party in the Front and the Back: Inside Jacksonville PorchFest

October 30, 2024
Words by Carmen Macri Jacksonville’s one-of-a-kind festival returns for its 10th anniversary, bringing live music, art and local vendors to the historic porches of Springfield Nov. 9.  For some backstory; Elizabeth Augustus, a San Marco resident, attended her first porch festival while visiting upstate New York, the origin of Porch Festival, a little over 10 years ago. Inspired

New Cummer Museum Fall Art Exhibits

November 1, 2023
Words and photos by Ambar Ramirez Unveiling Tradition: Tattoos in Japanese Prints Contrary to what some may believe, tattoos became mainstream well before the 21st century. And no, I am not referring to the 1970s when tattoos started to become socially acceptable and a fashionable trend. I’m talking about

Welcome Aboard

November 1, 2023
Shipyard Social takes the concept of a party to uncharted waters. Words by Ambar Ramirez My weekend nightlife routine has consisted of going to the beach bars, Silent Disco at Rootdown or simply staying in, so when I got an extended (and slightly vague) invite to a party on

Pesca Vilano

November 1, 2023
Words by Jessica Walton The latest addition to North Florida’s fine dining landscape is a feast for the eyes as well as the belly. Located inside the modern, beachside Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano Beach, Pesca Vilano focuses on “globally inspired coastal cuisine with bold Latin flavors and fresh from Florida

The Specktator

November 1, 2023
Words by Kerry Speckman Shout out to River City Pride and anyone and everyone who make Pride Month such a beautiful success. A personal highlight was seeing Mayor Donna Deegan serve as grand marshal of the Pride parade. It should be a requirement for all future mayors. If you thought

I SAW YOU

October 23, 2023
Submit yours here. Hot Male Ginger To the ginger who I briefly locked eyes with at the photo booth at Tavern on 1st Street: I think I drunkenly called you cute but I had to re-emphasize my affection in this post. Hopefully, fate allows us to meet again

We Are Itching to Know More About Fleabag

September 29, 2023
Words by Carmen Macri  For those of us who’ve witnessed Jacksonville’s evolution, it’s no secret how disheartening the transformation of Jacksonville Beach Pier has been. Our grandparents never tire of reminiscing about the good old days when it was a bustling hub of shops, rides, and carnival games. However, those

What Does Pride Mean To You?

September 29, 2023
Words and Interviews by Kelila Ritchie & Teresa Spencer October is LGBTQ+ History Month where we celebrate and remember the history and accomplishments of lesband, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. We asked a couple members of the community: “What does pride mean to you?” Jay McPherson: “Pride means

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