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See it, believe it, achieve it: Generation Wow’s Vision Board Party
Read full article: See it, believe it, achieve it: Generation Wow’s Vision Board PartyThe power of purpose and creativity came together at this year’s Generation W “Vision Board Party,” where young women from Generation WOW gathered to dream big and design their futures. The annual gathering embodied Generation W’s mission to inspire confidence, leadership, and community in the next generation of changemakers.
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Testing the viral sweet potato and cheese snack
Read full article: Testing the viral sweet potato and cheese snackRance and Eden tested out the viral sweet potato with cheese trend. The recipe calls for a piping hot sweet potato, halved, and stuffed with the cheese of your choice. Upon experimenting, we recommend a soft cheese that is more meltable than the cheddar/gruyere blend that Eden chose.
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LaVilla in Lights is a celebration of community
Read full article: LaVilla in Lights is a celebration of communityLaVilla in Lights is a free, family-friendly holiday celebration at Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park in the historic LaVilla neighborhood. Hosted by Vibrant Places Collective and sponsored by Florida Fish Pepper Co., the event brings together live music, local vendors, community awards, and an outdoor holiday movie screening —activating public space through culture, entrepreneurship, and community connection.
Making good choices at the holiday buffet
Read full article: Making good choices at the holiday buffetAmy Pattison lost 70 pounds and has since devoted her career to helping others lose fat and build muscle. She joined us to offer some holiday swaps that are delicious and nutritious. Follow Amy on her Instagram at @fat.to.fit.amyp
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Read full article: Alpha Clinic will help you transform your body and outlook with a personalized weight loss planAlpha Clinic is the best in the business for body transformation. Guaranteed weight loss results, transformative botox and filler, and top-of-the-line peptide programs are found ONLY at the Alpha Clinic.
Celebrating Hanukkah with Air Fryer Latkes
Read full article: Celebrating Hanukkah with Air Fryer LatkesAir Fryer Friday is all about simplifying recipes and using air rather than oil to cook. Latkes (traditional Jewish potato pancakes) work well in the air fryer, although guests Karen Freedman and Erika Marino remind viewers that oil does play a key role in the Hanukkah story.
Simples stretches to try on National Stretching Day
Read full article: Simples stretches to try on National Stretching DayNational Stretching Day is observed every year on December 11 to highlight how simple daily stretching can dramatically improve overall health and quality of life. Stretching helps keep muscles flexible and strong, supports a healthy range of motion in the joints, and can reduce the risk of injury during workouts and everyday activities. Regular stretching is also linked with better posture, improved circulation, and lower stress levels, which can ease stiffness, tension headaches, and general muscle soreness. By setting aside even a few minutes on this day (and ideally every day) for gentle stretches, people of all ages can move more comfortably, feel more energized, and support long-term mobility and independence.
Explore the 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza at its new home in the Haskell Building, Jacksonville History Center
Read full article: Explore the 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza at its new home in the Haskell Building, Jacksonville History CenterThe 23rd Annual Gingerbread Extravaganza Experience will feature the beloved gingerbread exhibit
Perfectly imperfect - capturing love, laughter and a little bit of chaos in family photos
Read full article: Perfectly imperfect - capturing love, laughter and a little bit of chaos in family photosKatie Tasch, a Jacksonville-based photographer and professor, joins News4Jax to share simple, stress-free posing tips for families—whether they’re in front of the camera or trying to capture genuine moments of their own kids at home.
Keep the kids moving during holiday break with fun in-home drills
Read full article: Keep the kids moving during holiday break with fun in-home drillsD1 Training St. Augustine helps kids stay active and reach their fitness goals with fun, at-home drills designed to keep them moving year-round. As a leading athletic-based training facility, D1 Training offers age-specific programs for children and adults, focusing on dynamic warm-ups, strength, conditioning, and core development. Families can learn more, try a session, or connect with the team by visiting https://d1training.com/facility/st-augustine,
Celebrating the Feast of the Seven Fishes with a delicious fish stew
Read full article: Celebrating the Feast of the Seven Fishes with a delicious fish stewAt Terra & Acqua , Chef and Owner Simone Parisi brings the flavors of his native Florence to Northeast Florida.The menu at Terra & Acqua pairs modern Italian cuisine with the fresh bounty of Florida. Terra, Italian for “ from the land ,” features handcrafted pasta, juicy steaks, fresh vegetable dishes, and hand-tossed pizzas baked to perfection in the restaurant’s authentic wood-fired oven.Acqua, Italian for “ water ,” celebrates the treasures of the sea, offering dishes such as grilled octopus, lobster ravioli, and fresh catch specials.
Shaun Cassidy brings his Road to Us tour to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
Read full article: Shaun Cassidy brings his Road to Us tour to the Ponte Vedra Concert HallEden had an opportunity to speak with her first celebrity crush, Shaun Cassidy. He is bringing his nationwide concert tour to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Saturday, December 13th. Visit ShaunCassidy.com for ticket information.
Avoid the “Reverse Racoon” look by choosing the correct concealer
Read full article: Avoid the “Reverse Racoon” look by choosing the correct concealerThe “Reverse Racoon” makeup look refers to concealer under the eyes that is a few shades lighter than the rest of the face. Makeup artist Carrie Wilson recommends choosing a shde that matches the lightest skin on your face, which is the area directly under the eyebrow.
Step into the spotlight at Game Show Battle Rooms
Read full article: Step into the spotlight at Game Show Battle RoomsGame Show Battle Rooms has officially opened in the St. Johns Town Center, bringing a burst of high-energy fun to Jacksonville! This interactive entertainment venue lets groups step right into the excitement of a live game show, complete with buzzer rounds, trivia challenges, team competitions, and a lively host keeping the action moving. Perfect for parties, corporate team-building, or just a night out with friends, Game Show Battle Rooms offers an immersive, laugh-filled experience that blends nostalgia with friendly competition
Unique holiday hairstyles
Read full article: Unique holiday hairstylesDreadloc Diva’s Loc Studio has proudly served the community for over 11 years, specializing in all aspects of loc care and maintenance. Founded and operated by a beauty professional with more than 27 years of experience in the beauty and loc industry, the studio has thrived at its long-standing location, 9951 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 410, establishing a trusted space grounded in excellence, education, and healthy-hair care.Dreadloc Diva’s Loc Studio continues to evolve, expand, and elevate—upholding its mission to deliver top-tier, healthy-hair services and remain the key to your locs. Visit https://dreadlocdivas.com/ for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Paper Plate Pilates - no equipment, no problem
Read full article: Paper Plate Pilates - no equipment, no problemRetro Pilates, owned by Kayla Sarian, is a group reformer Pilates studio that uses state-of-the-art Allegro 2 reformers to sculpt, strengthen and transform your body. With over 16 years of experience in LA, Philadelphia and London, England, Kayla leads classes that combine technique with fun, groovy throwback music. The full-body exercises are energizing and effective, and your experience at the studio will always be uniquely Retro. Kayla showed us how, using paper plates, you can simulate some of the movements done on a Pilates reformer.
Celebrity cookie bake-off supports veterans
Read full article: Celebrity cookie bake-off supports veteransOperation Barnabas is hosting its 2nd Celebrity Christmas Cookie Challenge featuring local celebrity "bakers" in a Food Network style competition judged by a panel of foodie influencers! This event will help Operation Barnabas with its mission to end veteran incarceration, homelessness, and suicide in NE Florida and beyond. The Toasted Yolk Cafe Baymeadows is our host on Friday, December 5th, 2025 from 6:30-8:30PM. Get tickets and discover the impact Operation Barnabas is having in our community at www.operationbarnabas.com.
Boost your skin’s natural glow with a Gua Sha massage
Read full article: Boost your skin’s natural glow with a Gua Sha massageSubtle Skinsations shares a calming gua sha demonstration and expert insight on how stress and lifestyle can impact the skin, along with ways facials help restore balance and achieve a glow. As a day spa that enhances natural beauty rather than changing features, Subtle Skinsations offers services designed to support confidence, relaxation, and healthier skin from the inside out.
Gift wrapping made easy - and we mean easy!
Read full article: Gift wrapping made easy - and we mean easy!For 13 years, MS volunteers have been helping Christmas shoppers at the Beaches with holiday gift wrapping. The service is available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., December 13 through December 24, near Hallmark and Five Below in the South Beach Regional Mall in Jacksonville Beach