Spinster Abbott’s: A Jack of All Trades

What was once an 1945 Indian River Fruit stand is now an eclectic soul’s paradise Words by Carmen Macri  Spinster Abbot’s is a one-stop playground where creativity and community collide. Walking through the space feels like stepping into a reimagined Florida five-and-dime, filled with character at every turn. You’ll first pass through the bodega, a snug spot stocked with

Rumor Has It

Is First Baptist Church controlling Downtown development?  Words by Ambar Ramirez It’s
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eating fresh

November 9, 2009
by erin thursby Farmers market fever has hit Jacksonville. With the success of the Riverside Arts Market, farmers markets have popped up all over the place. It’s hard to know if a market is worth driving to when you live across town. Some markets are tiny and cater to their
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Jazz Festival Entertainment Schedule

May 12, 2009
Thursday, May 21 at 7 pm The Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition The Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition has been a Jacksonville tradition for more than 20 years. Five finalists, chosen by a selection committee through “blind” judging, will compete for the honor of this award. The first-place winner will receive a
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May 12, 2009
by rick grant This year, the Jax Jazz Festival is taking a giant step by moving from Metropolitan Park and throwing a free street festival in Downtown Jacksonville. It’s an exciting concept for different reasons, but first and foremost, it brings people together in the middle of Downtown to stroll
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Downtown Jacksonville Entertainment Venues

May 12, 2009
Many of Jacksonville’s most recognizable landmarks, including venues for all types of entertainment, are located in downtown Jacksonville. Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center (1000 Water St., 630-4000) When it was built in 1919, Jacksonville Terminal was the railroad gateway to Florida. Now it is completely restored and renovated and
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happening downtown in may

May 12, 2009
May 1: Taylor Swift Also performing, Kellie Pickle and newcomers Gloriana. Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., 7:30 pm, 630-3900 MAY 1-3: World of Nations Celebration Take a trip around the globe at the 17th Annual World of Nations Celebration. Celebrate the rich cultural traditions and unique heritage
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Festival Season 09

March 8, 2009
It’s festival season once again. There are dozens of different events scheduled along the First Coast, beginning in March and going strong through the end of May. And though a few things have dropped off the list this year because of the dents in the economy, there is reason for
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