Creating Coastal Connections
Join us in celebrating the Artists, Makers & Entrepreneurs bringing our beach culture to life
Showcasing everything good in Northeast Florida’s beach communities—
from Amelia Island to St. Augustine—since 2020
We’re having so much fun sharing what many First Coasters are up to this summer. You will love it too
Our beautiful community in pictures – Photo Credit Glenn Shuck
Great captures from both professional and amateur photographers; from Fernandina to St. Augustine

Jax Beach Pier (LensBall Photos, Pelicans, Surfers)
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Fun things to do

The Palm Valley Farmers Market is located in the heart of Palm Valley in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. It is held every Tuesday from 10 am to 1 pm at the Palm Valley Community Center. The market features local vendors who provide products such as farm-fresh produce, eggs, milk, fresh-baked breads, pies,cookies, fresh seafood, direct-trade, grade-A coffee, artisan jams, cheeses, and homemade biscotti.
Regular vendors include: The Harvest Basket (produce, eggs, milk, cheese, bread), Fish Chic Seafood, Café Llano Bonito (coffee & biscotti), and the Little Black Box Baked Goods (jams, pies, cookies). Directly across the street from the market is also GYO Greens, an aquaponics farm that provides locally grown micro-greens and other produce to local restaurants. They open their farm to the public every Tuesday from 2-5pm so market guests can purchase directly from them and see their operation in action.

Shaun Taunton & Shane Platten, the Thunder Buddies are your hosts for the evening. First come, first serve sign-in sheet.
Each participant gets a 3-song set, Shaun & Shane can support with bass and drums.
A variety of local singers and musicians participate in this fantastic night of talent.
Everyone is welcome, spectators are welcome, you do not need to participate to have a great time. Come in and catch the show!

The Wednesday Market is a unique and enjoyable shopping experience at the St. Johns County Pier Park in St Augustine Beach. The Market is sponsored by the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association.
Anywhere from 60 to 80 vendors participate each Wednesday morning year-round from 8 AM until 12:30 PM.
Vendors display an array of produce, prepared foods, local seafood, art, crafts, jewelry and fair trade goods.

It’s the high-energy, fast-paced, absolutely amazing improv comedy show you’ve been waiting to see. Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30 pm.
In The Main Event your First Coast Comedy professionals have no plan and willingly dive headfirst into almost any challenge the audience will throw at them, resulting in unforgettably hilarious moments.
And it gets better! This show is for everyone! You can bring the whole family because these improvisers play smart… to ensure the show is always clean and never mean! Tickets will go fast, so get yours now!
Your Photos Could Be Here!

Featured Musician Isaac Corbitt – Harmonica Icon Takes On World
Isaac Corbitt We know you’ve moved from the First



Timucuan – How a Forest Healed a Heart
This work is about grief, resilience, and recovery, as

CASINO CRUISE CATASTROPHE
Flying saucers, toppling chairs, seniors stumbling everywhereBottle rockets full

Your Post Could Be Here!
Great captures from both professional and amateur photographers; from Fernandina to St. Augustine

THE KING AND I
Elvis lives. Elvis lies! Presley promised “fun in Acapulco” and “romantic nights in the moonlight”

Tips for Local Bird Photography by Kristina Gavigan
Know your birds Stop, look, and listen Lighting! Composition Action!

CHOO-CHOO???
Back in the early 1960’s, employment opportunities for working women were limited. The typical workforce
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Local Musician John Miller Performs as MillaJohn’s BlueSoul
MillaJohn is a nickname I had in my earliest childhood in Tuskegee, Alabama. Blues and

Meet Tina Minshall – Real faces, real attitude, no apologies – Redefining the art of portrait photography
Nice to meet you Tina …. Kick us off and tell us in what part

Jasmine Cain Set To Perform On The First Coast
For many years Jacksonville has been an international player in the music industry with bands
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Fun things to do
Your Post Could Be Here!

Meet Local Author Children’s Book – Ruth Lewis
Local Author and Illustrator Create a Children’s Book featuring


Meet David Hall Jax Beach Photographer – Capturing Dawn’s Beauty
Full Name: David Hall“Capturing Dawn’s Beauty: I Love Taking

The Mesmerizing Soundscape of a Visual Artist: Velour
Nice to meet you Velour. You’re so unique! So



Meet Pupper Stella
Owner Full Name: Michelle MalavePet’s Name: StellaPhotography: Joan Walker

Meet Artist Nancy Ruppert – Art From My Sister’s Porch
In what part of the First Coast do you


Meet Lawrence Frederick – The Frisbee Dog Guy
Local World Champion Canine Performers Travel the World Thanks,
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Local Musician John Miller Performs as MillaJohn’s BlueSoul
MillaJohn is a nickname I had in my earliest childhood in Tuskegee, Alabama. Blues and soul music have been deeply woven into my experience growing up all over the southeastern

Meet Tina Minshall – Real faces, real attitude, no apologies – Redefining the art of portrait photography
Nice to meet you Tina …. Kick us off and tell us in what part of First Coast do you reside in now and how long have you lived there?

Jasmine Cain Set To Perform On The First Coast
For many years Jacksonville has been an international player in the music industry with bands like the Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, Limp Bizkit and others all hailing from
Crafting Community Connections.
One Story at a Time.
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
At First Coast Life, we don’t just promote local creatives & businesses – we catapult them into the heart of our community through visual storytelling.
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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
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!!
