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“Covering” NE Florida Coastal Living from
Amelia Island to St. Augustine since 2020

November 20, 2024 5:45 pm
Featured Story of the Week
Artist Sophie Dare Dentiste

We’re having so much fun sharing what many First Coasters are up to this summer. You will love it too

Special images hand selected from regional photographers

Great captures from both professional and amateur photographers; from Fernandina to St. Augustine

The Mighty Eagle – F-15C

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Jacksonville

Show off!

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Hanna Park

Fort Mose Historic State Park

Photographer: Stacey Sather

Silhouettes

Photographer: Jason Calhoun
Location: Jacksonville

Blood Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Nature

Photographer: Craig Oneal

Surf’s Up

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

2022 Air Show Jacksonville

Photographer: Jorge Londono
Location: Jacksonville

Sands Through the Hour Glass

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Art From My Sister’s Porch

Photographer: Nancy Ruppert
Location: Atlantic Beach

Spring is in the Air

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Hanna Park

Sand, Sea & Sky

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Atlantic Beach

“Surf’s Up, Dude!”

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Hanna Park

Shells

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Coastal Rain

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: St. Augustine
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Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Mike Kaufmann Promotions

Social Media Marketing That Gets Results!

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

*A Gathering of Poets

We’re a group of poets celebrating 20 years together using a critique format with one aim: to be better writers.

No dues, no long-term obligations, but sympathetic writing assistance, and lots of laughter. Anyone who wants to write well is invited to come to our meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 2 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Library.

Read our first collective book, A Gathering of Poets, listed on Amazon Books. Contact accidentals@comcast.net to get on our notification list.

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It all started with a question published in a local newspaper: would anyone like to form a poetry group? Ten of us met at the Ponte Vedra Library and have been meeting at 2 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each month ever since. Some of us have died, but nobody’s ever quit. We have 15 loyal writers with the single aim of making our writing the best it can be. We’re a critique group in the best sense of that term. Sympathetic, encouraging, laughing at our goofs and celebrating our victories. We’ve published a collection of our writings and are about to debut a second anthology. We are open to anyone who is serious about writing well and will consider starting an evening group for working folks.

Contact us at accidentals@comcast.net.

November 21, 2024
Arts & Culture
*North Beaches Art Walk

The best little art walk in town, for 14+ years, established in 2007.In loving memory of our founding members:

Alice M. Gartland
January 27, 1922 – May 6, 2021

Linda H. Stewart
October 28, 1957 -August 15, 2021

The North Beaches Art Walk got its start in 2007 when Beaches art-industry professionals JoAnne Adams, Alice Gartland and Linda Stewart came together in hopes of recreating the popular art walk atmosphere of Downtown.

Through their nurturing and dedication, the event grew considerably. And on every third Thursday of the month, the streets of the Beaches Town Center erupt with creativity. What was once a small pool of carefully selected artists has now become a bubbling ocean of art, a place where woodworkers commingle with mixed media designers and musicians play into the night. Welcoming to locals and out-of-towners alike, to say it’s a communal experience.

photo: Glenn Shuck

It is a free event held the third Thursday of each month from 5 to 9 pm. Featuring many local visual artists and live performers, NBAW is held in Beaches Town Center-where Atlantic Blvd meets the Ocean. The overall mission of Art Walk is to expose the community to the vast number of local Artists right here at the Beaches. Talent from all over Jacksonville shows at the North Beaches Art Walk. With over 50+ participating artists, NBAW is a diverse art destination and shopping experience for the entire family. Local venues in Beaches Town Center set the backdrop for this great monthly destination and community gathering.

The North Beaches Art Walk is a monthly event orchestrated by the North Beaches Art Walk Association, a nonprofit organization 501 (c)(3) based in Atlantic Beach, FL. Since its beginning in October of 2007, the North Beaches Art Walk has continued to receive positive support from the community and has an ever-growing list of participating merchants and artists.

Looking forward to seeing you!

November 21, 2024
Arts & Culture

Crafting Community.
One Story at a Time.

Entrepreneurs … Unlock the Power of Authentic Community Connections with First Coast Life!

At First Coast Life, we don’t just promote local creatives & businesses – we catapult them into the heart of our community through visual storytelling.

Our digital magazine is multimedia built to present artistic photography that captivates the eye and authentic conversations that speak to the soul.

Jacksonville Beach Bait & Tackle

Local Bait & Tackle shop offering Live & Dead bait, Tackle, Ice, and coming soon Beer, Wine and more!

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Beachside Pressure Washing

Professional Pressure Washing Services

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Embassy Barber Shop Neptune Beach

Embassy Barber Shop in Neptune Beach has been serving the beaches since 1995.

Black Belt Studio – BJJ

Black Belt Studio BJJ fosters training in the most effective practice of self-defense: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

First Coast Comedy

We do funny.

Creative Designs Of Jax

Here at Creative Designs we offer YOU a place to create the space of your dreams!

Schultz Roofing

We got you covered on all your roofing and sheet metal needs!

Auto Store Towing

All service towing 24 hours a day.

Sandbar Realty

Live Happy. Live Local.

Home Services By McCue

From full on construction to handyman services Home Services By McCue has your home maintenance covered.

Turning Tide Photography

Coastal Scenic and Wildlife Art

Ruth Lewis, Children’s Author

Stuck in the Mud! How could that happen?

Tridence Digital Agency

Tridence: Elevating Brands with Innovative Digital Marketing Solutions.

JWilson Aerial Photography

Top Quality Aerial Photography

Story and Song Center for Arts and Culture Bookstore and Bistro

Townies Pizzeria

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Message From Our Publisher ...

Thanks for stopping in! Our publication is a community-focused digital magazine that aims to connect First Coasters to the people, arts, places and experiences that make our region so special. We are inspired by the unique atmosphere our neighborhoods have, and we aim to highlight the most positive aspects of everyday living here.

From locally owned businesses to inspirational creatives and amazing places, these curated photos and pages will be your guide.

So whether you’re a native or new to the area, our publication can become your community hub. Check back often and please support our incredible business partners and sponsors!

Glenn Shuck – publisher@firstcoast.life

 
Thanks for putting a Home Town weekly scoop out! I’m a part of a multi-generation family of locals and FirstCoast.Life feels just like that.

Good quality, inspirational and entertaining. Great job empowering folks that have steeped in our beaches! Worked, lived, and loved all that Jacksonville has to offer. See you all out and about!!
Sarah G
Jax Beach

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