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Hogans Creek Park Master Plan

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

After years of neglect, the City of Jacksonville, Project for Public Spaces, and HDR, Inc. are teaming up to develop a master plan that brings life and activity back to Jacksonville's original "Central Park." Today, Metro Jacksonville shares a few of the concepts being considered by park planners.

Soul Release Returns to Main Street!

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:46:00 CST

Soul Release, the seminal event that is most identified with the boom era of Main Street in Springfield has finally returned home, ironically enough at 9th and Main. Tiffany Duhart and Emanuel Washington are back up and running at KrisTee's Jazz Club. This is the kind of news that Springfield's beleaguered Main Street needs, and with the completion of the Main Street Project rapidly approaching, the timing couldn't be better. Will it be enough to jumpstart Main Street's Night Life?

The Jaguars - NFL Economics: What's changed since 1995?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

It's one of the most talked about topics at the water cooler - the Jaguars - and their ticket sales woes. Up to this point, the Jaguars have yet to even be close to selling out any of their home games, and most likely will not for the rest of the year. It seems every national media outlet has had at least one writer take a shot at Jacksonville for the lack of ticket sales. Today, Metro Jacksonville continues its seven part series discussing the Jaguars and the Jacksonville Market, and how they compare to other NFL cities.

Coco Before Chanel Benefit At 5 Points Theater Tonight

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:43:00 CST

Five Points Theater kicks off its "Ladies Night" charity benefit with a sneak preview of Coco Before Chanel. Ticket proceeds will benefit Hubbard House. Feel free to bring a slightly used coat, scarf, gloves, or other toiletry items for worthy cause!!

Al Letson's "Crumbs" His First Comedy Premieres

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

National Slam Poetry Contender and National Public Radio personality Letson is no stranger to the Stage, but Crumb's is his first comedy. Letson is an awesome talent, and his new play puts him back into a theatre space with longtime stage collaborator, Barbara Williams.

Downtown Landmark Churches: St. Philips Episcopal

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:38:00 CST

This small but important church has a unique place in Jacksonville's History. It was the first African American Episcopal Church in the city, for one. Its founder, Freeman Young, was a character who stepped straight out of the adventure tales of the 19th Century, and its designer was none other than Henrietta Dozier, Jacksonville's fabled Great Lady of Architecture, whose career stood as a testament both to her character and to the character of the city that welcomed her. Join us as we discuss the history of this incredible symbol of Jacksonville's liberal and sometimes startling past, and see the church in person in DVI's Downtown Historic Church Tour 2009.

Urban Core Construction Update - November 2009

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:30:00 CST

A look at the status of various projects under construction in and around Downtown Jacksonville during the month of November.

Urban Planning: The Riverwalks

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

Over the years, in an effort to find a way to revitalize downtown, new master plans, task forces, and studies under various administrations have been created, replacing many that were never implemented for an array of reasons. With so much public money invested in these abandoned studies, it may be time to dust off a few of these forgotten plans and rediscover the many brilliant ideas that never made it to reality.

The Jaguars - How Jacksonville Became an NFL City

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

It's one of the most talked about topics at the water cooler - the Jaguars - and their ticket sales woes. Up to this point, the Jaguars have yet to even be close to selling out any of their home games, and most likely will not for the rest of the year. It seems every national media outlet has had at least one writer take a shot at Jacksonville for the lack of ticket sales. Today, Metro Jacksonville begins a seven part series discussing the Jaguars and the Jacksonville Market, and how they compare to other NFL cities.

Elements of Urbanism: Dayton

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

Metro Jacksonville takes a look at the downtown of Ohio's fourth largest city: Dayton

A Brief History of Jacksonville Music

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:17:00 CST

Eu Magazine has a long and unique viewpoint on Jacksonville's music scene. The current incarnation of the magazine, helmed by the Henley Family is the heir of decades of music intensive archives compiled by its previous iterations as The Entertainer and The Northeast Entertainer. Over the decades, the publication has chronicled the careers of thousands of local musicians (and theater productions and so much more) both great and small. Here is a short essay from our fellow publication on local music: Here is looking forward to a whole lot more from the archives of EU!

Jim Draper Opens New Studio in Riverside

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:47:00 CST

Together with Dolf James, the venerable artist associated with so many urban arts ventures, opens a new space in Riverside. Metro Jacksonville correspondent Rob Tabone reports from the opening party and show.

Petra's Rich Trendel Brings Nightlife Downtown!

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

In downtown, at least one landowner seems to have gotten the right idea about creating street traffic, and excitement through density, and that is Chris Hionides' Petra Management Company. Directed by his dynamic son in law, Rich Trendel, Petra has made a landmark contribution to the nightlife of the downtown by supporting and helping to develop such entertainment based institutions as London Bridge for years, but in the past year Trendel seems to have found some momentum. Join us as we briefly examine the exciting new projects that Rich has landed and brought to the Downtown.

First Friday In Five Points

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:18:00 CST

First Friday of November. MetroJacksonville contributor, Robb Tabone reporting on the ground from the spaces and about the artists of this month's event!

Holy Ghost!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:12:00 CST

MetroJacksonville music writer, Phillip Cardona introduces NYC musical group Holy Ghost. Awesome thoughtful danceable music that deserves wider play.

The Power of Rail: Urban Chicago

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

Urban Chicago gives Jacksonville a visual glimpse of what inner core neighborhoods can resemble when a community makes a significant investment in rail-based infrastructure.

Neighborhoods: Englewood

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

Metro Jacksonville explores one of the Southside's mid 20th century automobile oriented neighborhoods: Englewood

The Underappreciated Side of Springfield

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

The Springfield Historic District is well known for its diverse mix of single family residential structures. However, it can be argued that the mix of non single family building fabric gives the district its true unique charm.

Washington DC goes Streetcar

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

For all those who believe an integrated transit system with multiple modes doesn't make sense, don't tell that to Washington, DC. Already blessed with the Amtrak Acela, a subway and commuter rail, the capitol city has an agressive plan underway to add 37 miles of streetcar routes to the region's transit mix.

Urban Design 101: Landscaping & Signage

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST

The City of Los Angeles shows Jacksonville examples of how to incorporate landscaping and signage into an urban pedestrian scale setting.