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Dancin' in the Streets is Saturday at Beaches Town Center.

Dancin' in the Streets is Saturday at Beaches Town Center.

Dancin' in the Street is Saturday

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Thursday, May 19, 2016
The 30th annual Dancin’ in the Street Festival will kick off Saturday, May 21, at 11 a.m. at the Beaches Town Center, located at the ocean end of Atlantic Boulevard. Events for the one-day festival are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Jake Shimabukuro (photo submitted)

Jake Shimabukuro (photo submitted)

Tickets on sale for Shimabukuro concert

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Thursday, May 19, 2016
The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall welcomes the return of ukulele virtuoso and composer Jake Shimabukuro to the Concert Hall on Thursday, Sept. 15. Tickets for "An Evening with Jake Shimabukuro" are on sale now.

Meetings

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
To add your listing to Meetings, or to make a change, email hal@beachesleader.com. Thursday Coastal Quilters: The Coastal Quilters Guild of Northeast Florida meets the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center, 2004 Forest Ave., Neptune Beach. Visit www.coastalquilters.

Atlantic Beach commission backs approval for Gate

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
After nearly 14 hours, the recent hearing for the Gate gas station appeal ultimately resulted in a unanimous consensus among the Atlantic Beach City Commission that the city did not make an error granting the Preliminary Site Development, moving the project at 501 Atlantic Blvd.
The restored stern plate from the USS Stark is displayed during Tuesday's ceremony. The plate was donated by Janna Ryals, whose brother, Seaman Earl Ryals, lost his life aboard the Stark on May 17, 1987. (photo by Chelsea Wiggs)

The restored stern plate from the USS Stark is displayed during Tuesday's ceremony. The plate was donated by Janna Ryals, whose brother, Seaman Earl Ryals, lost his life aboard the Stark on May 17, 1987. (photo by Chelsea Wiggs)

Mayport remembers 37 killed during USS Stark attack

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
A remembrance ceremony was held Tuesday at Naval Station Mayport to honor those killed aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Stark nearly 30 years ago. While on patrol in the Arabian Gulf on May 17, 1987, 37 sailors aboard the Stark were killed when two Iraqi missiles struck.
Jellyfish assemblages by sixth grade 3-D art students.

Jellyfish assemblages by sixth grade 3-D art students.

6th- and 8th-grade student art work showcased at Archway, Attic

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Monday, May 16, 2016
Fletcher Middle School is showcasing artwork of sixth grade 3-D students and eighth grade 2-D students at Archway Gallery and The Attic in May. These works of art consist of assemblages, sculptures, and drawings.
Bryanna Holledge (left) and Abigail Nelson (right) of Fletcher High School were selected by the Exchange Club of Jacksonville Beaches as the 2016 recipients of the Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (ACE) award. Pictured with the 2016 recipients is 2010 recipient, Lanasha Merrill (center). (photo submitted)

Bryanna Holledge (left) and Abigail Nelson (right) of Fletcher High School were selected by the Exchange Club of Jacksonville Beaches as the 2016 recipients of the Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (ACE) award. Pictured with the 2016 recipients is 2010 recipient, Lanasha Merrill (center). (photo submitted)

Exchange Club selects recipients of 2016 ACE award

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Monday, May 16, 2016
The Exchange Club of Jacksonville Beaches selected Fletcher High School seniors Abigail Nelson and Bryanna Holledge as the recipients of the 2016 Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (ACE) award, recognizing students who have faced and overcome adverse life issues and obstacles and are eligible...

Beaches Branch Library will celebrate 30 years

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Sunday, May 15, 2016
The Beaches Branch Library will celebrate 30 years of service with a party Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be refreshments, games for children and gift baskets. The whole community is invited. The Jacksonville Public Library and civic leaders will be honored.
The Rev. Jeff Bennett

The Rev. Jeff Bennett

Popular pastor leaving Ponte Vedra church after 13 years

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Sunday, May 15, 2016
When Methodist ministers move to a new call, they all move on the same day. When that day comes this June 28, the Rev. Jeff Bennett and his family will be leaving Ponte Vedra United Methodist Church headed for a new adventure in Stuart, Fla. At the same time, the Rev.