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The Nature Detective Workshop on butterflies was a hit with families. (photo submitted)

The Nature Detective Workshop on butterflies was a hit with families. (photo submitted)

Workshop celebrates butterflies

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Friday, July 15, 2016
The July 9 Nature Detective Workshop at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library focused on nature’s popular pollinators, butterflies. The event, presented by Cathy Snyder with assistance from her Las Adelfas Circle ladies, and sponsored by the Garden Club of St.
Brenda Bowen (photo from brandabowen.com)

Brenda Bowen (photo from brandabowen.com)

Author visiting BookMark

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Friday, July 15, 2016
New York literary agent and author Brenda Bowen will be at The BookMark, 220 First St., Neptune Beach, Tuesday at 7 p.m. to talk about and sign copies of her novel “Enchanted August,” now in paperback. Call 241-9026 or email bkmark@bellsouth.net for information.

Baptist Beaches among collection sites for toy drive

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Friday, July 15, 2016
Baptist Medical Center Beaches is collecting new, unwrapped toys through July 25 as part of the Wolfson Children’s Hospital Christmas in July Toy and Donation Drive. For children who may have to spend extended time in the hospital, a new toy can be part of the healing process.

Beaches plan hour of prayer

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Thursday, July 14, 2016
There will be an hour of prayer held at Beach Church Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. The Beaches Beloved Community group and the mayors of the Beaches invite citizens and law enforcement to come together to pray for the nation and the Beaches community.

State suspends funeral home license

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Thursday, July 14, 2016
Following the discovery last week of a human body in an advanced stage of decomposition, First Coast Funeral Home in Atlantic Beach has been issued an emergency order of suspension from the state.
Atlantic Beach police enjoy pizza delivered to the department July 13 to show appreciation for police efforts in the community. From left are Dale Hatfield, Tricia Anderson and Paul Diakos. (photo submitted)

Atlantic Beach police enjoy pizza delivered to the department July 13 to show appreciation for police efforts in the community. From left are Dale Hatfield, Tricia Anderson and Paul Diakos. (photo submitted)

Locals tell Beaches police 'thanks'

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Thursday, July 14, 2016
In the aftermath of the tragedy in Dallas that saw five police officers killed, Beaches police departments report an outpouring of support from citizens here. On July 8, Morris Ingle Jr., a Jacksonville Beach patrol corporal, said “officers worked with a heavy heart.

Fourth annual Kosher Food Festival set for September

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Monday, July 11, 2016
Chabad @ the Beaches will host the fourth annual New Age Kosher Food Festival on Sunday, Sept. 11, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Cultural Center, giving attendees the opportunity to enjoy an array of kosher and new age foods from around the world.
The Rev. Robert William Clark and his wife, Colleen.

The Rev. Robert William Clark and his wife, Colleen.

Isle of Faith UMC's new minister is a Navy veteran

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Saturday, July 9, 2016
His last call was in an area where watermelons and peanuts grow. More on that later.   This month, Robert William Clark begins his ministry at Isle of Faith United Methodist Church, 1821 San Pablo Road S. His new congregation met "Will" Clark last Sunday, July 3.