First Coast Life
An online magazine that celebrates the region’s arts, local businesses, philanthropy, lifestyle, and community.
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The First Coast is more than just a place on the map, it’s a feeling of belonging and endless possibilities. Together, let’s explore the untold stories, share our passions, and create a close-knit community that celebrates the beauty of NE Florida.
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First Coast Life is a photographic magazine chronicling the people and places that make Jacksonville so unique.
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The market is located on the busy corner of US17 and Kingsley Ave. 2042 Park Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073. This is an outdoor market and sometimes due to inclement weather the market may be closed. Just look for the large yellow signs!
Created in 2012, the Orange Park Farmers’ and Arts’ Market runs from 10 am – 3 pm on the first and third Sundays of each month, September – June. The market is run by The Town of Orange Park Events and Recreation Division, with over 100 vendors on a regular basis that offer a variety of homemade and homegrown products from local merchants, live entertainment, food on site, and a great family atmosphere! You can find nearly anything your heart desires from locally grown produce, local honey, cupcakes, pies, salsa, granola, plants, produce, raw milk, eggs, cheeses, hand crafted jewelry, bird houses, pottery pieces, didgeridoos, soaps, and many many more handcrafted items!
Suggested parking is at CVS/Winn Dixie, then use the pedestrian crosswalks to enter the market. There is also parking at Town Hall off of US 17 and Smith St and Kingsley Ave- both of these areas offer limited parking.

Enjoy the original sounds by local talent in Gulliford Hall at the Adele Grage Cultural Center.
Whether you write, sing, play or simply enjoy listening to good music, plan on being with us. Hosted by Roy Peak, local performers transform Gulliford Hall from 6-8 pm with original music creations. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.
Seating is first come first served for this admission-free, alcohol-free event. Performers should contact host Roy Peak at atlanticbeachmusic@gmail.com for more information.

An excellent little market serving the Nocatee and Ponte Vedra Beach communities. The Palm Valley Market takes place weekly (rain or shine) at the Community Center from 1 pm to 5:30 pm. Across the street is Gyo Greens, also open to the public on Tuesdays as well!
The Palm Valley Farmers Market is located in the heart of Palm Valley in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. It is held every Tuesday from 1 pm to 5:30 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.
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Our publication is a community-focused digital magazine that aims to connect First Coasters to the people, arts, culture and places 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
Thank you for checking out our community magazine!
Welcome to First Coast Life, where every day is a new opportunity to discover something extraordinary. From stunning sunsets to heartwarming community stories, this website is your window to the magic that surrounds us. Let’s celebrate life together!
It’s been said, that “a great cup of coffee connects people, starts conversations, and creates community” … and that’s our goal with this website!
And stop by our store too, and get some cool swag to “Boast Our Coast.” … and Be a First Coaster!
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!!
