First Coast Connect | 03/16/15
Local Faith Leaders On ISIS “Finding Pluck” Author Peter DiFatta Cole Pepper
First Coast Connect | 03/13/15
Media Roundtable Week In Review St. Patrick’s Day Street Party
First Coast Connect | 03/12/15
Transitioning To Sustainable Energy Friday Musicale Kerry Speckman
“Dove on a Wall” by Robert Hesson
Dove on a Wall by Robert Hesson Is there a way to unpin these wings from the wall of their unwandering, to feather this mortar that holds them, to shed the caging leaves that enbrick them to this shimmering stone? Look, the wings are spread, there is the head, like seeing shapes among clouds— very like a dove, some might …
“Gracie” by Donna Grasso
Artist: Donna Grasso Genre: Painting Bio: A resident of Green Cove Springs I am a professional artist and art instructor. My studio is my residence. While commissions are my studio focus I paint plein aire whenever time allows. I left corporate advertising in 2000 to focus on my art. I teach art at the Seven Bridges Preparatory School in Orange …
“The Passing Hand” by Kim Tippin
Artist: Kim Tippin Genre: Photography Bio: I am an amateur photographer, enthusiastic cyclist and smitten doberman parent who loves being outdoors. Taking photos requires that I keep my eyes open and see the landscape as it is in each special moment. Piece: The Passing Hand Piece Description: I love exploring textures and colors. Here, natural images tangle with manmade brick …
“Dreams” by Dimelza Broche
Artist: Dimelza Broche Genre: Painting Bio: Dimelza Broche is a 24 year old Jacksonville based Cuban artist. She attended the Leopoldo Romanach Academy of Art in Cuba. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Dimelza has exhibited her work at The Cummer Museum, and at the S. Dillon Ripley Center, Washington, DC. She …
First Coast Connect | 03/11/15
Jacksonville’s Pension Issues Going Green: Brooklyn Botanic Garden The Blood Alliance
Jacksonville 2015: Mayoral Debate
LIVE! March 12 at 7pm on WJCT-TV, 89.9FM & online
First Coast Connect | 03/10/15
LGBT Leadership PAC Autism Symposium Largest Speed Networking World Record Attempt
“Waterlily” by Kate Merrick
Artist: Kate Merrick Genre: Painting Bio: Artist, gardener, grandmother, cyclist, activist, humanitarian, boogie-boarder, yoga devotee, traveler…. Piece: Waterlily Piece Description: One of my floral series of 12″ acrylic squares; subjects are chosen for their special beauty. Web: Kate Merrick – Website Kate Merrick – Facebook Kate Merrick – Twitter Kate Merrick – Etsy
“Day at Deception Falls Washington State” by Julia Billings
Artist: Julia Billings Genre: Painting Bio: I am 82 years young. I have always enjoyed painting, now I can take the time to do it. They say “Practice makes perfect”. I am making sure I get a a lot of practice in. Some of my paintings are on facebook, and I am getting ready to start a new adventure in …
“Untitle painting from the Summer/Garage/Music series” by Lawrence Philp
Artist: Lawrence Philp Genre: Painting Bio: My name is Lawrence Philp. I have been painting for forty years. I have lived in Flagler County, the Palm Coast area since 1996. I hold the MFA in painting from the University of Michigan’s, School of Art and Design, Horace Rackham Graduate School now the Penny Stamps School of Art and Design in …
“Camellia Center Bloom” by David Schmerer
Artist: David Schmerer Genre: Photography Bio: Hello! I am a mostly self-taught artist and photographer that started later in life. I have been privileged to display in the Yergin Gallery of the Jacksonville Jewish Center and have pieces in private collections. My main art genres are abstract and modern and I also design and create original pieces of Judaic art. …
“Brown vs Board” by Vince Filer
Artist: Vince Filer Genre: Painting Bio: I love pencil and charcoal drawing. My favorite things to draw are old vintage pictures. Piece: Brown vs Board Piece Description: During a sit in but little girl has to stand, no more seats.
“Waimea Flow” by Caitlin Flynn
Artist: Caitlin Flynn Genre: Painting Bio: I moved to Jacksonville 2.5 years ago from NYC. Received my master’s at Pratt Institute and taught and exhibited in NYC for 5 years. I currently live in Neptune Beach with my husband, and our 9 month old daughter. Piece: Waimea Flow Piece Description: This is the largest in my Big Wave series 56″ …
First Coast Connect | 03/09/15
New UNF Poll Reveals Jacksonville Voters are Uncertain, Undecided as Election 2015 Looms Generation W Speaker and CNN Correspondent Kelly Wallace March Madness Sports Wrap Up with Cole Pepper
First Coast Connect | 03/06/15
Discussing the Week’s Biggest News Stories with Our Roundtable of Local Journalists One Spark 2015 Recruiting Volunteers Riverside Arts Market Opens for Spring Season
First Coast Connect | 03/05/15
How Same-Sex Marriage Legalization Could Lead to an Adoption Boom The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Presents International Lecturer Vito Di Bari Friends of the Jacksonville Public Library Book Sale Around Town with Kerry Speckman
First Coast Connect | 03/04/15
St. Johns River Deepening Forum Community Education Summit Generation W Theatre Jacksonville Presents “The Miracle Worker”
First Coast Connect | 03/03/15
Groundwork Jacksonville iStart Jax 2015 Startup Weekend 27th Annual UNF Great American Jazz Series Electro Lounge Host David Luckin
89.9 FM WJCT Public Radio Adds New Music Program To After Hours Lineup
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release 89.9 FM WJCT Public Radio Adds New Music Program To After Hours Lineup – Jazz Night in America Debuts Saturday, March 7 at 8pm – (Jacksonville, FL, March 1, 2015); WJCT is adding a new weekly radio program, Jazz Night In America, to its 89.9FM …
“Glossed Over” by Ale’ta Turner
Artist: Ale’ta Turner Genre: Poetry Bio: I’m an aspiring fictional author, blogger and volunteer. Piece: Glossed Over Piece Description: Glossed Over captures a vulnerable moment of a woman, who shares something she’s insecure about. Web: Ale’ta Turner – Website Ale’ta Turner – Twitter
“Philly” by Yvonne Brown
Artist: Yvonne Brown Genre: Painting Bio: I enjoy sketching when ever I can. Most of my work is done in sketchbooks. My mediums are watercolor, color pencils and acrylic on canvas. Piece: Philly Piece Description: Graphite and watercolor of various images from my place of birth Philadelphia.
“The Harp- Heavenly Music” by Mario Della Penta
Artist: Mario Della Penta Genre: Painting Bio: Fine art oil and acrylic painter now a Jacksonville resident have collectors in a number of different States and Countries. looking to find more places to show my art. Have had a one man show at Jacksonville Main Library in December 2010. Piece: The Harp- Heavenly Music Piece Description: Oil on Canvas Heigh …
“On the Boardwalk” by Sherri Lewis-Seals
Artist: Sherri Lewis-Seals Genre: Painting Bio: I am currently working in Pastels. I absolutely love the colors and the vibrancy of this medium. I am a Jacksonville native, a graduate of JU, happily married for 18 years, and I worked for over 31 years in IT. Now I have returned to my first love of Art. I am fortunate to …
“Please Forgive Me” by Kim Reteguiz
Artist: Kim Reteguiz Genre: Music Bio: Kim Reteguiz is a singer songwriter and lead singer of Kim Reteguiz & The Black Cat Bones. She collaborates with various artists such as the amazing singer song writer and pianist Shawn Pfaffman. They are very proud of this song and while it’s being sung by a woman, it was written by a man …
“Symphonic Poem For Oedipus Rex – The Finale” by Gregory Graham
Artist: Gregory Graham Genre: Music Bio: I’m currently a student at Valdosta State University, determined to receive a PhD in music. I play piano, flute, and french horn. I have composed 16 pieces for orchestra and 5 pieces for electronica. I aspired to one day compose and perform for an audience. Piece: Symphonic Poem For “Oedipus Rex” – The Finale …
First Coast Connect| 02/27/15
Discussing the Week’s Top News Stories with Our Roundtable of Local Journalists Northeast Florida Vegfest Red Moon Theatre Festival
First Coast Connect | 02/26/15
Advocates Push for State Legislation to Keep Juvenile Arrest Records Confidential Author and Speaker Kim Skinner Douglas Anderson School of the Arts 28th Annual Extravaganza Around Town with Kerry Speckman
WJCT Public Broadcasting Partners with Jacksonville Media Outlets for City’s Mayoral Debate Coverage
Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release WJCT Public Broadcasting Partners with Jacksonville Media Outlets for City’s Mayoral Debate Coverage (Jacksonville, FL, February 24, 2015); WJCT Public Broadcasting is partnering with First Coast News and the Florida Times-Union to present an on-air debate between mayoral candidates on March 12 at WJCT Studios. …
“The Re-Formation Of Holbein” by Frank Martinez
Artist: Frank Martinez Genre: Photography Bio: Frank has been an active artist for over 10 years, mainly in photography and video. He is self taught in many fields including photography and cinematography. He currently resides in Middleburg. Piece: The Re-Formation Of Holbein Piece Description: This is a composite of previous photos I have produced. Web: Frank Martinez – Website Frank …
“Love Waits” by Mike Heath
Artist: Mike Heath Genre: Other Bio: I’m a local Jacksonville, Fl Actor/Director with over 10 years combined experience in the entertainment industry. I enjoy creating films that are thought provoking, Knee Slapping, and just plain engaging. Piece: Love Waits Piece Description: This short film is about an interracial couple during the mid 19th century during times of prejudice. Web: Mike …
“Armadillo Decanter” by Maura Hendry
Artist: Maura Hendry Genre: Sculpture Bio: Maura Hendry was born and raised in St. Augustine. Attended FSU BFA Painting major. A 30 year career in the marine industry put her art on hold. In 2007 she discovered. Working as a hand builder, Maura’s pieces reflect her love for nature and reptiles. Winter’s are spent at her studio in Elkton, FL …
“golden moment” by Ginny Bullard
Artist: Ginny Bullard Genre: Photography Bio: To me, photography is a venue for capturing small moments in time. Only once will the subject be as it is… both time and light are ever changing. Mundane moments when isolated capture the attention. For a moment. I am part owner of two art galleries, located in the “original art district” of St. …
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