Neighborhood Concierge WGV St. Augustine

Hi Neighbors,      

Note:  The Calendar information has moved to its own page.  Click on the Calendar  tab above or to be directed to the Calendar simply click here.     You may need to refresh your page sometimes.   

Note –updates are continually being made … check back during the week

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Cnote 5/17:  Email blasted!

Cnote 5/16: 

• Woohoo … Team Teal family pep rally … Team Teal family pep rally here in World Golf Village on Thursday 5/24 — see Calendar tab for details!  It will be a fun night to bring the kids up to WGV! 
• Feel The Wheels … come out and support the future Children’s Museum of St. Johns … fun event for the kids and parents too!  See June 2nd on the Calendar tab.

Cnote 5/15: Garage Sale CR210 neighborhood … see Calendar for this Sat. 5/19.

Cnote 5/15:  OLGC is having their famous Fish & Shrimp Fry - lunch and dinner available … see Calendar 5/18 for details.

Cnote 5-13:

• Memorial Day … just posted the first Concert in the Plaza in St. Augustine series … May 28 St. Augustine Jazz Society presents
         The Bill Doyle Quintet; Kenny Mackenzie & Friends.  These concerts are generally held on Thursdays … see times in the calendar tab.
• July Fireworks at WGV … no official word yet but keep all the activities in mind as you plan your holiday fun here at WGV

Cnote 5/12:  Just made lots of updates to next weekend’s events.  There will be events over the weekend at the Fountain of Youth, including a “British Invasion Concert” (yes, includes music of the Beatles!). 

Cnote 5/10:

• Weekly email blast is out
• Biz Cards tab has been updated!  Welcome to our new business listing — local neighbor’s business — will give $20 off next service when mentioning this website:  Roto Rooter – for all your plumbing needs.  Contact info on the Biz Cards tab — click on it and scroll down.
• Happy Mother’s Day – have a wonderful day whether you’re going out in WGV to brunch or lunch or just staying near the pool relaxing and enjoying a good book!  You deserve a nice day whatever you do!

Cnote: 5/9:  Don’t forget shredding event at Glenmoor tomorrow … see Calendar for 5/10

Cnote 5/6:

• The free boxes I noted in my email blast from one neighbor have gone to another neighbor.  Thanks to both. 

Cnote 5/3:

• Email blast going out soon … be sure to be on my email blast because there are news bits that are on there that don’t fit into the calendar (sign up — carnicel@bellsouth.net)
• Lots of new, fun, FREE events coming up … see the “new” items posted on the calendar tab

Cnote 5/1:  For sale 2 tickets to the Players Championship at Sawgrass for just $80 that’s for two tickets, regularly $55 each) – see the For Sale tab.  First come, first served!   SOLD!

Cnote: 4/26:  Email blast out … if you did not receive it please check your spam box or email me and I’ll send to you.  Too many things to add here … pls see the email blast!      carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote 4/24:

• Renaissance Brunch – Mother’s Day is now posted on the calendar!  May 13th is Mother’s Day
• More FOR SALE items came in … check it out

Cnote 4/19:

• Email blast is out — just some tidbits here … be sure to go to the Calendar tab for all the latest events
• A neighbor recommended saving time when needing blood work and lab test right here at the Flagler After Hours Care clinic next to Publix.  See the new tab:  Neighbor Recommendations – for the hours and phone #.
• · The Arctic 3D movie officially opens on Friday, April 20. A special “Dinner and a Movie” event will be held that evening. The event will feature a special guest speaker, dinner from Fairways Café and priority seating for the movie. A fun festival for the kids on april 21^st.  See details on the Calendar tab.
• U P D A T E to 5/6 post – Induction Forum/Panel discussion4:30-6pmthe night before the Induction!  SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR WORLDGOLFVILLAGE RESIDENTS!  General admission tickets are $25 but WGV residents may purchase at a rate of $12.50 per person (50% off).  See special code to use when checking out for the rate!
• Lots of new items for sale … ladies golf clubs, lawn mower, Lenox bunnies,

 Spring Break Package – Offer expires4/30/12  A Twosome of Golf at the Slammer & Squire or King & Bear  Two Complimentary Ticket to the Hall of Fame /IMAXTickets  $219++   Call (904) 940-6088 to book your tee times or visit our website for more information . Offer expires4/30/12.

 Cnote 4/15:

• U P D A T E to 5/6 post – Induction Forum/Panel discussion 4:30-6pm the night before the Induction!  SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR WORLD GOLF VILLAGE RESIDENTS!  General admission tickets are $25 but WGV residents may purchase at a rate of $12.50 per person (50% off).  See special code to use when checking out for the rate!
• New FOR SALE item  — ladies golf club set — see FOR SALE tab.
• See new tab: Neighbor Recommendation — this week, get your lab work done locally, conveniently in the Public Shopping Center/Murabella. Hours/days are listed.

Cnote 4/14: 

• PGA Tour Stop in WGV near Caddyshack … is having one of their big sales going on … you can call for info or stop in to see what they have 940-0418 — Sat / Sun 4/14-15
• New FOR SALE posting today – tan microfiber couch – see for Sale Tab

Cnote 4/12: 

• Music by the Sea Concert Series announced!
• Email blast was sent out – didn’t receive it? email me, carnicel@bellsouth.net 

Cnote 4/11:

• New items for sale: Frigidaire dishwasher, Jenn-Air cooktop, Bunk Beds … see the FOR SALE tab for details on this new item for sale
• Neighborhood Yard Sale-WGV   This Saturday is the annual WGV yard sale — K&B, The Neighborhoods, Cascades and also Sevil — get out early — the earlybird gets first-sees of items for sale — and afterwards visit the Ancient City art in the garden with local neighbor artist featured (see the Calendar for more details)

Cnote 4/9:  See the FOR SALE tab … price reduction on Bose home theatre system and villa Cortina Dresser w/mirror

Cnote: 4/5

• Email blast is out
• New updates are available on the Calendar page
• Easter brunch and services noted in the calendar
• Lots of nice jewelry items posted in the For Sale page
• DON’T FORGET NEXT WEEK!  WGV & Cascades neighborhoods annual yard sale – Saturday, 4/14   Get out early … lots of ground to cover in just a 1/2 day!

Cnote 3/25:

• Interstate hauler … need to move that motorcycle, golf cart, lawn mower, etc. … go to the N2N business tab for contact info.
• St. Ambrose Fair … in Elkton today 12 noon – 4pm … see Calendar for website info  and details.

Cnote 3/24: 

• Student Exchange Program … looking for families to host students in July … please join other families in the neighborhood hosting.  Click on the “Schoon News” tab above for details and contact information.
• Ceramics in the Garden – new event in April in St Augustine — something nice to do after the neighborhood yard sale
• New post re Betty Griffin House – April 25 … see Calendar for details

Cnote 3/21: So many fun events to mention … please check the calendar and please come out to the events your neighborhood has organized … everyone is welcome … Thursday Golf Special for Intl “Goof Off” day, PGA Tour Stop Spring Sale, the Special PGA Tour Golf Academy, and don’t forget the 20/20 at the Villagio/Renaissance this Friday, Comedy/Magic at the Pioneer Barn and more!  See calendar for details  Weekly email is out.

Cnote 3/15:  The weekly email blast is out … email me if you are not on my email blast list.  I sent out kudos to Eileen Fuld named Asst Editor of the WGV Community Journal – Congratulations!   And to Dr. Tracy McDonald — a very happy neighbor referral!   

Cnote 3/12:

• There will be an OPEN HOUSE on 3/24 at the PGA Tour Golf Academy here i WGV.  See the Calendar under 3/24.  All are welcome / prizes / fun!
• Cooking with Chef Alberto at the Villagio / Renaissance Resort at wGV.  See calendar for 4/21 date.

Cnote 3/9:

• Clocks change Saturday … forward one hour
• This week’s email blast is out.  The site was having technical difficulties and I couldn’t get into it to update it but it’s all good now.

Cnote 3/8:

• CR210 Farmers Market … this Saturday … see Calendar for details
• Wanted: 55 gal fish aquarium … please see the Looking for Tab for contact info … have a fish tank you want to sell or give away?

Cnote 3/6:

• Blueberry Festival … Palatka in May.  See Calendar.
• Riding into History – Motorcyles on Walk of Champions in WGV in May.  See Calendar.

Cnote 3/5: 

• Garag Sale – Palm Coast … 3/10 see Calendar for details

Cnote 3/2:  

• Interested in pirates? and who isn’t! … see the Friends of the Library – FL Heritage Book Festival event on 3/30 … to be held at the A1A Aleworks!  See calendar for details.
• Newcomers luncheon on 4/17 … see calendar for details.  Speical entertainment by Sisterhood of the Traveling Plants!

Cnote 3/1:   

• This week’s email blast is out … email me if you’re not on the list
• The 20/20 flyer … for the Renaissance Villagio 20/20 is now posted in the Restaurant spotlight page … see all the good things they have for that night … 3/23! 

Cnote 2/29:

• New:  2/29 2012 World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Tickets on sale now!  See Calendar tab.

Cnote 2/28: 

• A new tab: Single scene … I’ve opened a new tab … folks are asking how to meet other singles.  I’ll be the vehicle … if you have groups, or know where single folks get together email me and I’ll post it on this new tab.
• Tuesday is German night at Benitos on CR210 (see calendar for 2/28 to see lineup)
• Jax Home & Patio show 3/8-11 see calendar for times and link.

Cnote 2/27:    The 20/20 Happy Hour returns … by popular demand the 20/20 HH is being offered again by the Renaissance Resort WGV (see Calendar tab for more info)  Thumbs up! 3/23

Cnote 2/26:

• Price Reduction … in the FOR SALE section … Marcy home gym equipment … just $50!  See contact info … Summer’s coming … great time to “work that body”!!   I hear weight lifting is excellent for building stronger bones ladies!

Cnote 2/25:

• For sale … more items added … golf irons, wine cooler, patio table set, bed frame set   See FOR SALE tab for details and contact info
• Relay For Life WGV / event at Mile Marker Brewery 3/14 all invited … see Calendar for details

Cnote 2/23:

• For Sale — new … dresser with mirror and Bose equipment
• Tennis Lessons – limited to 40 people sign up … see today’s calendar
• Beach passes — pre-season $30 until March 1 — get them before they go up to $40 … see today’s Calendar

Cnote 2/21:

• WGV Community Day at World Golf Hall of Fame & IMAX .. see the Calendar for details — happening on Saturday, March 3rd.

Cnote 2/20: 

• WGV Community Journal — if you’re looking for the WGV CJ at Publix — don’t look on the inside newspaper racks anymore … they may now be picked up on a rack outside the door near a bench.  Hmmm … wonder if it’s because it is FREE and taking up too much of their paid space … what happened to that COMMUNITY SPIRIT?

Cnote 2/19:

• Artwork … moving sale … a neighborhood is selling beautiful artwork less than their original purchase price … e.g. Pablo Picasso etching on wove paer (signed in the plate) and more see FOR SALE tab!
• Giovanni’s SR16    — Frank is extending his Italian restaurant to include a a full bar space. He broke through to the next space and as of Tuesday 2-21 he will have a full bar liquor license.  They have a lunch menu, early bird 3-6pm special menu (now available starting at 11 am on Sunday) and dinner menu.  There will be bar menu available.  Bring your groups in for great prices on lunch and early bird special.  Talk to Frank!823-8999.   www.cucinagiovanni.com   $2 drafts, 2 for 1 well drinks daily all day. 

Cnote 2/18:

• For Sale … NEW … Frigidaire refrigerator just posted–see the For Sale tab for details and photos.
• Murry Goff brought the house down at the Renaissance … people singing along and dancing … one of the songs getting everyone off their seats and dancing — Englebert Humperdink’s … After the Loving … he’ll be back next Friday night!  Stop in for dinner or appetizers or libations.

Cnote 2/17:  Posted a photo of my folding bike on the For Sale tab.  Great if you have a boat, small for the boat and great to ride around the island once darked.  Or, just great to ride around the neighborhood!

Cnote 2/16: 

• Check out the new Biz Cards!
• You’ll notice we have a new logo/link on the sidebar – McDonald Chiropractic  please click on Dr. McDonald’s logo to see what wellness services she can help with
• Have you received my email tonight?  To sign up ofr weekly email blasts email me at carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote 2/15: 

• Thomasville couch just posted today - see For Sale tab
• Haircut Fundraiser – see calendar 2/26 $5 & $10
• Caddyshack Karaoke – it’s like American Idol … it was so much fun and the singers were very good!  But don’t be intimidated join in the fun! We got into the fun and were the “back up singers” for when Andy Murray took the microphone!  7 pm-10pm Tuesdays! 

Cnote 2/14:  Happy Valentine’s Day! Click here for Free eCards Valentine’s Day. 

 

Cnote 2/13: 

• New Golf specials … see the Golf tab
• No Chili’s … a neighbor got in touch with the Chili’s guest relations reprepsentative who said that there are currently no plans to build a Chili’s in our Murabella shopping center.  So much for that rumor.

Cnote 2/12: 

• V-Day dinner at the Renaissance WGV … very nice, classy.
• Claude’s Chocolate … if you haven’t gotten your sweetie some sweets yet and want to … go to the Claude’s Chocolate store on A1A.  The one off A1A is easier to get to than going down to Old City (but if there it’s next to the Casa Monica).  Make a left on to A1A at Palencia and it’s about 4-5 miles on your right in a little shopping center.  Very nice … they told me they would like to do something special in future for us (neighbo maybe a class or tour.    They’ll keep me posted and I’ll keep you posted!  145 Hilden Rd. zip 32081 (Considered Ponte Vendra but it’s closer than the city.)

Cnote 2/11:  V-Day Decisions … Both CaddyShack and the Villagio Restaurant at the Renaissance Resort WGV have wonderful Valentine’s Day dinners planned … since I couldn’t choose … I’m going to have the best of both … I’ll be at the Villagio on Sunday and CaddyShack Tuesday!!  When you call for reservations – if you want the V-Day specials you need to mention it and check on the hours they are serving those, e.g., Sunday the 5 course special starts at 5 pm at the Renaissance.  See the Calendar tab for what’s on the menu and phone numbers to call.  Tuesday I’ll be enjoying Andy, the “Cowboy”, and a favorite CaddyShack friend singing during Karaoke (starts at 7pm)!  Hope to see you at one or the other or BOTH — you deserve it!  (Regular menus are also being offered)

Cnote 2/10:  Biz Cards … coming soon.  I’ve set up a new tab called “Biz” Cards.  It’s a place for professionals to advertise simply by providing a business card.  Hopeful this will be helpful to neighbors once we get it populated.

Cnote 2/9:

• Sign up for my weekly email blasts … don’t miss out on Cbits!
• Check the Calendar tab for V-Day-weekend fun & relaxation!
• Junior Golf - River Bend – Golf tab
• Book Club Schedule posted – WGV Community
• TPC ticket deal! See School tab.
• Diamonds in Rough Horse Farm fundraiser Saturday.
• Good luck to all the participants in the 26.2 with Donna – Finish Breast Cancer / 2/12 
• Lots more fun this weekend … see the Calendar tab or Calendar Snapshot!

Cnote 2/8:  Was hoping to the the email blast out tonight … but it’s getting way too late and morning alarm goes off very early!  Tomorrow.

• Oooh lala … Celebrate Valentine’s Day for couples at Spa Laterra. See Calendar tab for detaisl 2/14

Cnote 2/6:

• WGV Fireworks - I saw the date for this year’s July Fireworks at WGV noted on the Renaissance Facebook page — mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 3rd.  A great family event!  More details as they become available later.
• Mahjong Players … there was an interest in the game of Mahjong looking for Mahjong Players at King & Bear … can those folks inquiring and anyone else who would like to play contact the WGV Social Committee, email:  chas@wgvsocial.com
• School News — there is a very good deal for tickets for The PLAYERS Championship which is scheduled for May 7-13. Details under the SCHOOL NEWS tab.   Also 25% off — Family Shop Day at Dick’s Sporting Goods on 2/11 … check-In table on day of event.
• Did you know that the Flagler Hospital “AFter Hours Care” at Publix at Murabella always has a doctor and a nurse on duty – no appointments necessary & they promise a short wait time.  See the LOCAL LINKS tab for details on hours and phone info.

Cnote 2/3: 

• Go Red for Women, national Wear Red   Day http://goredforwomen.org/wearredday/   American Heart Association

Cnote 2/2:

• I just noticed on my Calendar Snapshot page … there is something called Google Ad Sense and they are just putting all these ads all over my calendar … I don’t endorse and had no idea they just put these up there … maybe because the calendar is a free service to use it … just wanted you to know I’m looking into … I want them off!
• continue … Are we getting a Chili’s in the Murabella/Publix Shopping Center at WGV next to the new McDonald’s?  I’ve reached out to the media department at Chili’s … waiting to hear back … I’m sure they are not ready to share any news just yet.
• I just updated some news on Caddyshack — check the calendar for details on their  plansSuperbowl Sunday (sloppy joe slideres!), Valentine’s Weekend, and Murray Bros. Annual Charity Golf Tournament events.
• Business professionals … contact me to advertise your “biz car– neighbors will appreciate having a local provider. I’m working on this page now.  carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote 2/1: 

• Email blast for this week has been sent out … lots of Cbits … email me for more news if you’re not on my weekly email blast list! carnicel@bellsouth.net 
• Tini Martini Bar … my friends Cindy & Jack Pierson will be the entertainment for this Friday night! 5:30-10pm.  See calendar for directions.

Cnote 1/31: 

• What are you doing Superbowl Sunday?  Come on out to WGV … see events on the calendar for this fun day!
• Check out the new offer from Spa Laterra for “Wine Down Wednesdays” on the calendar.

Cnote 1/26: 

• Weekly Email Blast is out … lots of tidbits and rumor mill info … sign up for my weekly email to get those Cbits!  Don’t forget that I update the calendar throughout the week so feel free to check back during the week.  carnicel@bellsouth.net 
• Just in … St. Johns County is the number one school district in the state of Florida!  See the School News tab for update!

Cnote 1/19: 

• Tailgate at IMAX on 2/5 … see Calendar tab for details
• WGV Garage Sale announced!  See details on the Calendar tab for 4/14/12!  Brought to you by your WGV Social Committee
• Stopped in at Rhett’s in St. Augustine last weeek, finally … piano bar.   Piano and bass and vocals and sat at the bar near the piano … classy.  If you go for dinner ask to be seated in the “balcony” area upstairs … you will be seated right over the sidewalk on Hypolita St.  While checking it out I ran into neighbors from Cascades having dinner in the best seat in the house!  You watch the people go by below and I saw a carriage with a bride go by.  That seating area in the balcony area is just two to a table though. Other areas are broken out into rooms. Very nice. They have very small tables there.  Met the chef that I saw on the FCN that morning there.  Then for some great Sangria we stopped at a place right next to Pizza Alley (can’t remember the name) and Charlie will be singing … he sits in the retail-type window area and you can sit in the big cushy chairs inside and watch the people go by.  They look at Charlie and are not sure if he’s real or not.  It was a great night … neighbors brought us to meet Charlie. People walking around the city … lively.  That’s what I want for WGV!  We have a beautiful place to walk … more people need to come out to the Renaissance and Caddyshack at night and enjoy what we have here and walk the Champions Walk.  Pass the Hall of Fame and IMAX.

Cnote 1/18: 

• San Gennaro Feast is cancelled again … was rescheduled for 2/18 and now cancelled again … bummer!
• School News update from Beverly Slough, Chairman, St. Johns County School Board.  See the School News tab.
• Valentine’s weekend menu posted under the Calendar.  Renaissance Resort WGV – Villagio Restaurant has a sweetheart of a menu available from 2/10-14.  Standard menu will also be available.  Call for your reservations today. 

Cnote 1/14:  New services posted in N2N.

Cnote 1/13:   AARP Driver Safety Program … three class dates noted on the CALENDAR – for Feb, Mar, Apr.   Offered at the Main Library in St. Augustine.

Cnote 1/12: 

• Marcy Gym for sale — see the FOR SALE tab for details.
• Golf Cart for sale — see the FOR SALE tab for details  SOLD!
• USPS – Stamps are going up January 22, 2012  Click here for more info.
• Publix in Vilano Beach opens January 14th -grand opening day opens at 8am 
• Virtual Job Fair – see Calendar 1/23

Cnote 1/11: 

• I saw Mission Imppossible at IMAX . . . this was an exciting movie!  And more to come to IMAX here in World Golf in 2012 … They showed previews from Titanic – that will be amazing! Batman! Spiderman! and more!!  How about The Hobbit, Men in Black 3, Dr. Zeus … stay tuned!  (subject to change)
• Rhett’s restaurant in St Augustine was highlighted on FCN this morning … they are going to be the subject of a food show in Canada called Gourmet Escapes.  Food Touring is very popular and St. Augustine is bringing dining, music and ambiance to our neighbors and visitors.  Six food tours here.

Cnote 1/9: 

• A Cascades neighbor wanted to remind neighbors to get together at the Renaissance on Thursday nights for happy hour and getting to know each other.  This is one fun group!
• Also anyone wanting to get together who likes doo wop music … or maybe if you don’t want to sing but love the music a Cascade neighbor wants to get a group together … you can come and enjoy the music! Email me and I’ll pass it on or see Local  Groups tab for info.
• Did you know if you speed in the King & Bear the St. Johns Sheriff’s Dept. is authorized to issue speeding tickets?  A speed of 39 mph will get you a $130 ticket.   A speed of 40 mpg will set you back $199 – notice is listed on the wgvsocial.com social committee website.   And on International Golf Parkway between I95 & SR16 do the speed limit because many times an officer is watching with radar.  Slow down for the safety of all and save yourself some $$. 

Cnote 1/6:  FREE Home Show – there is a free home and hot tub show at the Jacksonville Expo Center at 510 Fairgrounds Place.  Plenty of free parking.  acshomeshow.com  

Cnote 1/5: 

• This week’s email blast has been sent.
• The signs advising of roadwork / ramp closings at I95 and Intl Golf Pkway have changed dates … be sure to watch for those.  Currently the on ramp to I95 South will be closed 1/11 8pm-6am.  The I95 north off ramp for exit 323 to Intl Golf Pkwy will be closed 1/10 8pm-6am.  Subject to change.
• New item for sale:  2003 Chrysler Town & Country mini van (see For Sale tab for details)
• Calendar updates

Cnote 12/29:  Email blast gone out … sing up to get the scoops!  carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote 12/27: New clubs are forming:

• 1^st Meeting of the Irish American Club – see Local Clubs tab for contact info; 1/21 at 7:00 pm
• Do you like to sing DooWop?  New group forming also but no date yet – contact info is under the Local Clubs tab — Looking for “singers or wannaby singers” that would be interested in forming a Doo Wop singing group for fun and entertainment. 

Cnote 12/25:  Nice Christmas Brunch at the Renaissance World Golf Village … Paul, Mo & Staff … nice presentation and service.  See a few photos tab above or Click here.

Cnote 12/24:  New dates posted - R.E. career opps events, Speaker  (couponing, health, trends) and Business to Buisiness coffee from Davidson Realty… and a blood drive here in WGV

Cnote 12/23: Kayak & Stand Up Paddle Group  If you would like to know more info about this group contact:  Greg Braswell 904-315-8442    email: floridaadventures@yahoo.com or go to their website    www.kayakstaugustine.net   or   www.toursup.com 

Cnote 12/22:  Read about the Man Behind The Lights – the Nights of Lights in St. Augustine.  Click here to read this story from First Coast News reporter Jessica Clark.  I didn’t know this and now National Geographic has recognized these lights as one of the 10 best in the world!  Great for our economy bringing in so many visitors toSt. Augustine. 

Cnote 12/21:

• Email blast for this week has been sent (email me if you did not receive a copy but would like one: carnicel@bellsouth.net)
• New neighbor in town:  Please welcome Bryan Lamoureux of the Reverb Church coming to the World Golf Villag area beginning 1/15/12 with worship being held in the Pacetti Bay Middle School.  More info under Worship in the Local Links tab.
• St. Augustine Nights of Lights – You Tube links …With Josh Groben singing Believehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDGieiTCk-U&feature=relatedCasablanca Inn & The Tini Martini Bar – prettiest place on night of lights or during the day with its waterfront viewhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90nzFlDhU9g

Cnote 12/20:

• New New Year’s Eve tab with fun events in our area
• I got to visit the lights at Turning Point Calvary of SR16 … very nice!! The lighted trees dance to the songs. They’ll instruct you to put your radio on a channel to hear the music — there is a tent with cocoa, Minnie & Mickey photo ops, cookies, hayride, an area where the Snoopy characters tell the story of Christmas.  Very nice … don’t miss it.

Cnote 12/18:

• Folks are asking me about the new Pizza Hut at Murabella.  Here is some info for you.  I’ll add them to my Local Links tab so it will be there if you need the number.  They have pizza, pasta, family packs, p’zones amd dessert/  62 Tuscan Way (by Publix)  Phone #940-0542   Click here for the Murabella/WGV Pizza Hut website.

Cnote 12/17: 

• The World Golf Village Community Journal has been distributed.  Great articles, photography, local ads, calendar, activities, news, etc.  Want to learn more about the Lions Bridge?  Eileen Fuld has it covered.  Free copies of this monthly newspaper is available at Publix.  Link here to see it online: http://multimedia.staugustine.com/video/neighbors/wgvcj/ 
• IMAX-WGV will be handing out a limited edition poster for the 1st 200 people on Monday 12/19, to see Mission-Impossible Ghost Protocol.  Now playing. www.worldgolfimax.com

Cnote 12/14: 

• Murray Goff will be performing at the Renaissance this Friday night at the Renaissance around Happy Hour
• Have you heard a coffee shop is coming to the Publix shopping center in WGV … not a Starbucks … don’t know the name yet … stay tuned
• The calendar has lots of updates … see the new Calendar Snapshot for a quick glance
• See the Holiday Tours & Attractions tab for carriage rides and boat rides lots of special things to do to see the Nights of Lights and B&Bs

Cnote 12/13:

• Woohoo … sneak preview … I’ll be announcing in my weekly email — finally got a calendar that looks like a monthly calendar … see events at a glance then click on them to see a description! Click on the Calenda Spotlight tab. Send me your events: carnicel@bellsouth.net
• See the Calendar – two new events at CaddyShack:  Tuesday 12/20 7pm Karaoke Xmas.   Wednesday 12/21 during Trivia Night (7-9pm) the Ugly sweater contest — come on out for these two fun events!  Nice to have something fun to do right here in WGV.

Cnote 12/12: 

• News about unlocked cars click here! Wow!  (tip … also don’t leave your garage openers in your cars parked in the driveway!!)
• Another option was just added to the NYE dinner / party options at the Renaissance.  Have dinner at the Villagio with their special NYE menu offered between 5&10 pm and get a discounted ticket to the party for an additional $25.   See the calendar or Restaurant Spotlight tab to see the NYE Villagio dinner menu.

Cnote 12/10:  In my weekly email I mentioned the lighted sign that said LOCK YOUR DOORS!  It was hard to read driving by … especially getting off of I95 where you have to be careful merging into traffic on Intl Golf Pkwy … so a neighbor said it read LOCK YOUR CAR DOORS … well lock all your doors.  Seems there were some cars that had items stolen out of them.  Always lock all your doors … be safe out there this holiday season! 

Cnote 12/9    New Year’s Eve flyer posted in the Calendar for the Renaissance Resort.  What a way to end the old and begin the NEW YEAR!

Cnote: 12/8  My weekly email blast has been sent.  If you did not receive it email me or check your spam folder. 

Cnote:  12/6 

• On 12/7 — Open to the public – free admission – Flagler College “Pirates Return to St. Augustine” (see Calendar tab for more details)
• Villagio in the Restaurant Spotlight – see tab above.  We don’t have that other panini restaurant in WGV, you know the one everyone has been wishing we had in the neighborhood … see the lunch menu … I know you’ll find something you like right here in our neighborhod!

Cnote:  12/5   School News Update from Bev Slough posted under the School News tab.

Cnote: 12/4

• Festival of Trees  photos are now posted, click on the tab Festival of Trees above.  (What a great time we had with the sing-along at the Renaissance too!)  Come out to the Festival of Trees – no admission fee … the kids will enjoy it too!
• Family Day Care services available; just posted under the N2N tab (newborn to pre-K)

Cnote:  12/2

• See you at the Renaissance Friday at 5:30 pm for the Sing-Along and then the grand opening of the Festival of Trees in the Convention Center!  A great way to start the weekend!
• Get those “ugly” but absolutely fun holiday sweaters out … to be announced soon … Caddyshack’s annual ugly holiday sweater contetst.  Details soon … so check those closets and get ready to have some fun!
• Favorite night of lights place to see … Tini Martin Bar/Casablanca B&B — wow so many lights!

Cnote: 12/1  50% off admission for Florida residents at Ripley’s St. Augustine Museum  – between December 1 and December 20. To obtain the discount,Florida residents need to bring a state photo ID, or a power bill in their name with a picture ID.

Cnote: 11/30 New posting:  someone looking to buy a “garage refrigerator” … if you have one see contact info under the LOOKING TO BUY tab.

Cnote: 11/30 

• Get ready for another fun weekend in the WGV and surround area.  Sing-Along at the Renaissance at 5:30 Friday 12-2 to kick off Festival of Trees — first night to see all the beautiful trees — creative, imaginative and charitable. 
• See the calendar for other holiday events on 12/1 with holiday wreath decorating and a holiday sale at Cimmarrone at CR210.

Cnote: 11/28 

• It’s Cyber Monday
• Krystal Burger is coming to the area … at the Gate gas station on SR 16 just east of I95 — where the grapefruit stand used to be — big sign but no date when it will be open yet
• Also in the same area the Dunkin Donuts has opened — just head a little more east — both will be on the left side of the road

Cnote:  11/27 DRAWINGS ARE COMPLETE FOR WGV PRIZES!

The final drawings for all the prizes have been made — all the winners have been contacted by email and I am waiting for their approval to announce their winning names!  THANK YOU to our wonderful WGV partners who contributed prizes for the drawings.  Stay tuned — we’re hoping to have more drawings in the near future.  Everyone on my weekly email blasts were automatically included in the drawing – we increased the list with these great prizes as an incentive for more folks to sign up.  Trying to increase the list so all neighbors are kept informed — please keep passing the word to sign up for email blasts!  carnicel@bellsouth.net

Here are photos of me with our partners picking the winners! 

 

 

 

 

 

Cnote: 11/23  See the contact info for a few of the new stores at the Publix shopping center at Murabella -AT&T has a special discount just for readers mentioning this website!  Also new pastor for a church coming to Pacetti BayMiddle School.  New dates on the calendar in March.  And Black Friday – Midnight Madness at the Premium Outlets – schedule provided.

Cnote:  11/23  The Renaissace WGV is having their Thanksgiving Brunch … but also they have added a limited menu for 5-10 pm.  See the calendar and click on the picture — it will enlarge so you may read it.

Cnote: 11/22 If anyone is looking to sell a men’s bike I have a neighbor looking for one — even a fixer-upper may work.  Email me and I’ll get you in touch: carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote:  11/20 

And the WINNER of the first drawing for one of the gift certificates from the WGV partners is … Judy Haley of Cascades.  We had to announce this one earlier than the others because it is for Thansksgiving Brunch this Thursday for four at the Renaissance Resort’s new restaurant Villagio.  I had Bill Sloan of the Resenaissance Resort pull the winning name! 

Click here or go to the tab above – Win Prizes! to see more of the prizes still available – and everyone receiving my email blasts are eligible for the drawing — gotta be IN IT TO WIN IT.  If not signed up, email me:  carnicel@bellsouth.net

Cnote:  11/19 

• Link here to read about one of our neighbors in the Davidson neighbor spotlight … many of us know him … but maybe don’t know all these facts about him … read on.  It’s about our wonderful neighbor and friend, Denny Kompare.  Nice article!  Thanks for all you do Denny.
• 11-17th-20th. PGA Tour Stop here in World Golf Village is having their Fall Tent Sale. Great savings on a huge assortment of gear just in time for the Holidays.
• I hear there is a sign up by the nail salon at Murabella that a PIZZA HUT is coming.  We are growing (now we need to get some growth by the old Publix too!!
• New service offered under the N2N tab –  Staging and Resdesign, see complete services provided.
• New item listed in the For Sale section … Fabric Swag.

Cnote 11/17  Watch for email blast later tonight    If not signed up — please see the Win Prizes tab for info on prize drawings!

Cnote 11/16  There is a new bus transportation available from Jacksonville to/from Atlanta or Orlando.  FCN provided a code: ATL10K to include when searching for trips and prices - it mentioned $1 fares but that may be for special dates.  I saw prices ranging from $5-$12.  Orlando drop off is Crown Plaza Hotel and Atlanta is the MARTA system.  See details at www.megabus.com   One trip to / from daily.

Cnote 11/12: 

• The SAN SEBASTIAN PARISH FIRST ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL continues throughout today Fun, Food, Entertainment and Cash Raffle all 3 days.  See the FUNd Raiser tab for contact info. 11am-5pm   Ferris wheel … rides here on SR16!
• The Renaissance WGV receives a thumbs up for the special $11 intro to a few of their signature dishes for the new menu.  There was some wait time for folks because the neighbors came out in droves – double the reservations folks made. Awesome!  The music was good too.  I have heard nothing but great feedback on the food.  I’m looking forward to seeing the full menu this week! 

Cnote:  11/11 FOR FREE … approximately 25 cardboard moving boxes various sizes to give away from one of our neighbors.  You can contact me if you could use them and I’ll contact our neighbor.

Cnote:  11/10  Added photos from the Chip in 4 Vets event at S&S tonight and also G Martin sent me photos of an event where a certificate was presented to a Tech Sergeant who flew a flag for US.  See photos tab.  Also I posted a few photos from McDonalds WGV grand opening — nice photo of Ronald McDonald.

Cnote:  11/10  

• Thank you to all our service men and women this Veterans Day 11/11 and everyday! God Bless America!
• Win Prizes!  If you are not currently signed up for my weekly email blasts, please click on the new WIN PRIZES tab for a special drawing for great WGV gift certificates!
• Special 11/11/11 – 11/13 Dinner special at the Renaissance $11 for all items on this special menu showcasing signature dishes as a prelude to their new restaurant — Villagio … an Italian Grille.  See calendar for details.
• Check out the calendar – Moon Over the Tower at World Golf Hall of Fame, New show at the Pioneer Barn this Saturday, Veterans Day at World Golf Hall of Fame…see complete listing and details on the Calendar tab.

Cnote:  11/9  There is a new item posted under the For Sale tab.  4 poster bed.  Click on the For Sale tab above.

Cnote:  11/8 

• School Update tab has an update about a 4pm meeting today.   Beverly Slough, Vice Chair, St. Johns County School Board
• Do not be concerned about an extended alert message on 11/9 at 2pm, FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that they conduct the first national-level test of the Emergency Alert System as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s larger efforts to strengthen our nation’s preparedness and resiliency.  A three minute test (usually they are 30 sec.-1 min.)  FEMA Blog.

Cnote: 11/6 

• The photos of the Art Show at Cascades-WGV are now posted.  Thank you Cascades residents for inviting us all to your Art Show this Saturday!
• Ronald McDonald, raffles, and family fun at the new McDonalds on SR16 WGV today!  1-3pm  Raffle at 1:30 p.m.   McDonald’s Racecar and St. John’s County Fire & Rescue will be there!  Bounce house and more!

Cnote:  11/4  Remember to turn your clocks back one hour this weekend!

Cnote:   11/3  So excited … in the next week I will be announcing a raffle for all folks who are on my email blast list!  The WGV partners have generously donated some exiciting prizes!  I’ll be telling you more of what they are … we want to add more friends so we can keep everyone informed of all our WGV partners and St. Augustine ancient city have to offer!  Please be sure to visit our partners regularly — they’re here for us to enjoy!  So if you see a flyer or an ad … you DO NOT have to send me your email if you are already receiving my weekly emails! You are already IN IT TO WIN IT!! 

 Cnote: 11/2  The Chip In 4 Vets kick off party is now sold out — if you did not rsvp before the sell out they can no longer take reservations.  (The building fire restrictions only allow so many people in).

Cnote: 11/1  If you’re looking for a dog or cat for a pet, one of our neighbors wants to let you know about a place that she fosters dogs until they can get a safe home.  If you’d like to foster a cat or dog or would like one as a pet she recommends:  SAFE.  Contact info is under the LOCAL LINKS tab.

Cnote:  10/29  McDonald’s in WGV is officially opened.  There were two lines on the to-go line full of cars and the inside had lots of FL/GA fans and neighbors.  Coffee for seniors are just 59 cents.  They have a flyer with some of their specials for 10/31 – 11/5.  I’ll list their grand opening event in the calendar — Ronald MDonald is coming 11/6!

Cnote:  10/27  Just posted a grand opening for Dr. Berry’s chiropractic office moving to a new location.  See 11/18 on the Calendar tab.

Cnote:  10/27 The Raintree inSt. Augustineis offering Sunday brunch starting at $8.99 from 10:00am – 2:00pm  Every Sunday  Live Music in our Courtyard

Cnote:  10/27  A new sports bar is opening on 16 in the same strip mall as Giovanni’s and lemon grass Bistro.  They have a grand opening special this weekend Fri-Sun with 9 cent drafts this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Will add something to the Calendar tab.

Cnote: 10/27 Heard they’re putting together an Irish-American social group in St. Augustine … when I hear more I’ll let you know.

Cnote:  10/27  Just posted info in School News tab – looking for input on the 2012-12 school calendar.  Also posted in the month of November in the Calendar tab a Veterans sunset celebration in Veterans Park in St. Johns.

Cnote:  10/27  Just received an email from a neighbor who heard McDonalds is opening Thursday … not if today or next Thursday.

Cnote: 10/26 For WGV Out-of-Towners and those in an area where the World Golf Village Community Journal is not distributed directly to your home, you can view the paper online.  This free monthly paper is published by The St. Augustine Record.  Click here to see the listing of all issues … just select the one you would like to read!  Great local calendar, photos, great local places to visit, special features, local merchant ads and much more!  See what’s happening around the neighborhood!

Cnote: 10/25 There is a new owner of Great Clips AT World Golf Village,