Free Introduction To Beekeeping, Nov. 13th

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010, 4:06pm

An Introduction to Beekeeping by Tony Hogg, Master Beekeeper.

Members of the Jacksonville Beekeepers Association will be on hand to answer any questions.

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Adoption . . . A Perfect Fit Fashion Show, Nov 13th

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010, 12:03pm

In celebration of National Adoption Month, Family Support Services of North Florida (FSS) is shining the spotlight on adopting children from foster care by hosting a fashion show, Adoption . . . A Perfect Fit, on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 1 p.m. in the Avenues Mall, 10300 Southside Blvd. More than 20 local foster children available for adoption will model fall fashions on the lower level of the mall, in front of Sears.

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Alhambra Plans New Year's Eve Party With Patsy Cline

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Tuesday, November 9th, 2010, 11:16am

The new Alhambra Theatre will usher in 2011 with a New Year’s Eve Party like none other in Jacksonville. This one-time-only event will feature the hit show, “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline” starring Gail Bliss. Prior to the show, guests will enjoy a cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres. A special dinner will be prepared my Executive Chef Matthew Medure. Following the performance, guests will enjoy dancing to live music and a New Year’s champagne toast. For those who have worked up an appetite, The Alhambra will also roll out a breakfast buffet at about 11:00 PM.

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809 Area Code Scam

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, November 8th, 2010, 4:40pm

A community member wrote us today about returning calls to the area code 809. The community member claims she actually received a call last week from the 809 area code. A woman called and said, “Hey, this is Karen. Sorry I missed you- get back to us quickly. I have something important to tell you.” Then she repeated a phone number beginning with 809.

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MomsLikeMe.com Would Like to Brighten Your Holidays!

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, November 8th, 2010, 3:56pm

You could win tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party from MomsLikeMe.com!

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Veterans Day Holiday Facility Closures

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, November 8th, 2010, 12:08pm

Most city government offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

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Tickets for the Mayor’s Holiday Festival for Senior Citizens are Now on Sale

Submitted by Rachel Leitao, First Coast News Staff

Monday, November 8th, 2010, 12:05pm

Tickets for the Mayor’s Holiday Festival for Senior Citizens are now on sale. Tickets are available for $8 each at the Mary L. Singleton Senior Center, 150 E. First St., and at City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St., Suite 280 on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The event will be held Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center,1000 Water St., from 2 - 5 p.m.

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