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Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Adopts New Eco-Friendly Practices The Hyatt has announced Meet and Be Green, a new program that encourages guests and planners to make green choices for their meetings.  As part of the program, Hyatt meeting planners will help source products with 100% recycled content, find local suppliers and maximize efforts to reduce waste. Meet and Be Green is one part of Hyatt's larger pledge to conserve energy, minimize waste and create responsible, sustainable corporate practices to care for the earth and guests.  Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront is also a voluntary member of Florida's Green Lodging Program, which designated the hotel a Green Lodging Property in 2009. Click here for more information on Meet and Be Green. UNF & Clara White Mission Partner to Grow Vegetables Students from the University of North Florida have partnered with Clara White Mission to grow vegetables to support the Mission's culinary arts program.  The garden was planted over the summer and is already producing vegetables. Metropolitan Park Arena Designated Clean Marina The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, together with the Clean Boating Partnership, formally recognized the Metropolitan Park Marina as a Clean Marina.  The slips at the marina now feature electric and water hookups, allowing boaters to dock overnight without running generators.  Metropolitan Park is the 12th Duval County marina and 227th state marina to earn the designation. The Florida Clean Marina Program recognizes marinas and boatyards for their commitment to protect Florida's natural resources, and designated marinas must meet a variety of practices to meet designation.  Visit Jacksonville Announces New President & CEO Visit Jacksonville has announced the selection of Daniel E. O'Byrne as Visit Jacksonville's new President and Chief Executive Officer.  Dan brings 30 years of dedicated hotel and destination sales and marketing experience to his new position.  He has worked with industry leaders such as The Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau, Tishman Hotel Corporation, Westin Hotels & Resorts and Deloitte, Haskins & Sells. We welcome Dan to Jacksonville and look forward to working together to promote Downtown as part of the Jacksonville visitor experience. 8,000 Diners Eat Up Downtown! In August, Downtown Vision's restaurant promotion, Eat Up Downtown, was expanded to two weeks.  The goal was to drive business to Downtown restaurants during a normally slow month and promote a variety of dining experiences.  This year, an estimated 8,000 diners took advantage of the annual promotion, in which 21 Downtown restuarants offered a 3-course, prix fixe menu for $25.  Participating restaurants reported the promotion was a huge success, with some restaurants experiencing a 35% increase in sales compared to a normal week in August. Hemming Plaza Market Moves to The Jacksonville Landing The Jacksonville Landing and Downtown Vision have announced a new partnership to move the Hemming Plaza Market to The Jacksonville Landing begining this Friday, October 1.  The market will continue to operate every Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and its new location will activate the front streetscape of The Jacksonville Landing. Local company Global Greenup, which manages similar markets in Mandarin, Orange Park and Fleming Island, will manage the operation of the market.  Market vendors will offer a 10% discount to Downtown employees who show a badge. Click here for more information. Downtown Retail News Downtown Vision welcomes Downtown's newest businesses! Natural Light Photography 205 N. Laura St. 904-638-9747 www.nlpjacksonville.com The studio offers everything from traditional portraiture to unique "elopement packages" and custom imaging for every occasion. Stop by or visit their website for more information! Indochine 21 E. Adams St. 904-598-5303 Find us on Facebook at "indochine downtown jax" Authentic Southeast Asian cuisine served in a beautiful atmosphere, including Downtown's only hydroponic wall. DK's Island 119 W. Adams St. 904-639-4917 Mix it up in the newest addition to the Downtown Jacksonville nightlife scene.  Enjoy the evening at this fusion of a wine bar in a club atmosphere with good tunes and great vino.   Zodiac Grill Gets a Makeover Kudos to Zodiac Grill for doing their part to activate the street Downtown and enhance the pedestrian environment.  The new Zodiac Grill facade includes a street-access door, attractive greenery and new tables and chairs for sidewalk dining. Help Welcome Georgia & Florida Fans!   The annual Georgia vs. Florida Football Classic is right around the corner!  Welcome fans and show your team colors October 27-30 with promotional items including pom-poms, buttons and football beads.  Georgia Florida brochures and Student Sideline Safety Zone brochures are available free of charge.  Click here to order. Downtown Ambassadors Mulching Tree Beds The Downtown Ambassadors have started the annual mulching of tree beds in the Downtown Improvement District.  More than 1,000 bags of small pine bark mulch will be placed in 551 Downtown tree beds.   Save the Date for DVI's 10th Annual Meeting!   Mark your calendar now to help us celebrate 10 years of service to Downtown! Wednesday, November 3, 2010 Historic Snyder Memorial 226 Laura St. Jacksonville, FL 32202 5:15 p.m. | Registration 5:30 p.m. | Meeting 6:30 p.m. | Reception RSVP to cheryl@downtownjacksonville.org or 904.634.0303 x 221 by October 29, 2010. After the meeting, explore Downtown at the First Wednesday Art Walk!

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Now What ? by Thomas Blackshear

Framedtight $500 904-314-3009 Now What? Lithograph Limited edition size=2000 Approximate Image size= 24"h x 32"w

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Check out Playboy Tre's new single "Ready Go" featuring Lil Jon!

NEW HEAT from Playboy Tre & Lil Jon!!! Check out Playboy Tre's new single "Ready Go" featuring Lil Jon! Download NOW! "READY GO" (ALL VERSIONS) Check the new MIXTAPE "The Last Call" You gotta listen to the Playboy Tre "the Last Call" mixtape! Great music & hilarious skits... DOWNLOAD below. THE LAST CALL Contact Playboy Tre Do u need drops, mixtape hosting, shows or anything else? Manger - B Rich 404.964.4964 Twitter: @Brich404 Playboy Tre PlayboyTre@Gmail.com 404.936.3346 Twitter: @PlayboyTre

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THIS COLLECTION OF  BIBBS ORIGINALS AND FRAMED GICLEES

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Through The Years

Delta Sigma Theta Fine Art Lithograph Print Limited edition size=1913 Image size= 22"h x 28"w Framedtight 904-314-3009

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The Pink Fire Truck

Come see the pink fire trucks on the "Pink Heals" Pink Fire Truck National Tour 2010 at their first stop in Florida promoting breast cancer awareness.  The Guardians of the Ribbon, a group of male fire fighters, police officers and community leaders, travel across the nation to raise cancer awareness and raise money to help fight breast cancer and other cancer in women.  The pink fire trucks will be stopping at The Jacksonville Landing on September 14, beginning at 11 a.m. Wear pink to show your support for women with cancer everywhere. The music of Crosby, Stills and Nash is a cornerstone of rock 'n roll.  As Crosby, Stills & Nash, this trio of legendary singer-songwriters has been actively collaborating since 1969, when they first harmonized in either Joni Mitchell's living room or Mama Cass Elliot's dining room, depending on which member you ask.  Essential elements of our pop culture experience, their songs are just as durable, conveying emotional truths and social consciousness in equal measure.  Experience them live on September 25 at the Times Union Center for the Performing Arts. East/West Visually Speaking highlights eleven Contemporary Chinese artists who were selected for their references to Western stylistic history. The exhibition shows how Chinese artists have adapted Western ideas and art forms to create new styles of art. Each participating artist presents a multifaceted view of contemporary China as it defines itself, post-Cultural Revolution and its new place on the world stage. Additional works by emerging Chinese artists Eli Klein Fine Art, will be presented along side the featured exhibition, beginning September 17 at MOCA Jacksonville. Music and Nightlife Mad Cowford Improv Show Enjoy innovative, interactive comedy with this weekly performance. September 3 | 8:15 p.m. | Northstar Substation Ebony and Ivory Gala Join the Women of Color as they recognize women who have made outstanding contributions to the community.  September 18 | 7 p.m. | Omni Jacksonville Hotel Rollin' on the River Enjoy hundreds of cars and live music at the annual regional open car and truck show for the 1st Coast Car Council. September 18 | 9 a.m. | The Jacksonville Landing The Black Crowes Following this tour the band has planned a lengthy hiatus, so don't miss your chance to see them live! September 21 | 8 p.m. | Florida Theater Light Dreams and Nightmares Tour Featuring Drake This up-and-coming artist is  a must see - live and at the 2010 Grammy awards. September 23 | 8 p.m. | Florida Times Union Center for the Performing Arts Family Fun Sons of the Dessert Laurel & Hardy Film Screening Witness Jacksonville film history as you watch films starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. September 19 | 8 p.m. | MOSH Quiltfest 2010 Meet fellow quilters and learn new tips and tricks at this annual convention. September 23 |Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center Movies at Main - Star Trek An alien phenomenon of unprecedented size and power is approaching Earth, destroying everything in its path. September 23 |5:45 p.m.| Main Library Prehistoric Predators Prehistoric Predators features life-sized animatronic dinosaur models sure to inspire visitors of all ages. September 25 |MOSH 2010 First Coast Start! Heart Walk This is the American Heart Association's premiere event for raising funds to save lives from heart disease and stroke. September 25 | 8 a.m. | Metropolitan Park International Coastal Cleanup The Ocean Conservancy and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful are partnering for this annual clean up focused on our waterways. St. Johns Riverkeeper will have three river sites this year. September 25| 8 a.m. | Yates Family YMCA Sports Fall Kickoff and Tailgate Party Tailgate Party on the Covenant Hall Field.  There will be lots of Tailgate treats to eat and wholesome tailgate sights and sounds. September 19 | 10 a.m.| First Presbyterian Church Yappy Hour "Tail" Gate Celebrate football season with your pooch at this month's Yappy Hour, featuring the Longest Yard Fetch Contest and a hot dog eating contest. September 19 |4 p.m. | The Jacksonville Landing Jacksonville Jaguars v. Philadelphia Eagles Support the Jaguars as they take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the second regular season game! September 26 | 4:05 p.m. | EverBank Field Big Cat Tailgate Party Celebrate before the game with fellow Jaguars fans with beer specials, tailgate food and games, contests, live entertainment and more. September 26 | 10 a.m. | The Jacksonville Landing Arts & Culture UNF Faculty Show The tremendous diversity of disciplines practiced by these artists and educators will be reflected in works of sculpture, ceramics, painting, drawing, photography and printmaking. September 17 | MOCA Jacksonville Mix Media Drawing Class with Nofa Dixon Mixed media drawing classes open to everyone! September 18 |12 p.m. |MOCA Jacksonville Barber and Bolero The hypnotic power of Ravel's Boléro is a feast of tonal color and Prokofiev's score to Romeo and Juliet infuses passion and drama to the evening. September 23 |7:30 p.m. | Florida Times Union Center for the Performing Arts Pips and Paracosms, the Lost and Found of Paradise Witness this newest installation of drawing on post-it notes by St. Augustine artist Russell Maycumber. September 25 | 10 a.m. | nullspace gallery

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More Angels by Bibbs

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DJs Only!

DJ's check out GigaWax for the hottest new remixes Professional DJs Only!   MORE HERE GIGAWAX.COM IS A RESOURCE FOR PROFESSIONAL DJ'S ONLY. THE REMIXES ON THIS SITE ARE DESIGNED TO ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WORKING DJ. YOU MUST BE A WORKING DJ TO ORDER OUR DOWNLOADS. ANY RESELLING OR REDISTRIBUTING OF ANY PRODUCT FROM GIGAWAX.COM IS PROHIBITED. BEFORE THE PURCHASE OF ANY REMIX YOU CERTIFY THAT YOU ARE IN POSSESSION OF THE ALL ORIGINAL TRACKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE REMIX. BY CLICKING ON THE "I AGREE" BUTTON, YOU AGREE TO THE ABOVE TERMS AND CERTIFY THAT YOU ARE A PROFESSIONAL DJ THAT DJ'S IN A CLUB OR ON THE RADIO AND WILL ONLY PURCHASE DOWNLOADS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENHANCING YOUR PERFORMANCE AS A DJ.   CONTACT INFO  contact@gigawax.com  www.gigawax.com Add Gigawax social networking sites  to get new music, watch new videos, and get tour information! Add Gigacrate social networking sites  to get new music, watch new videos, and new information!   DJ INTERNATIONAL   Here are the reasons why you should promote yourself online with DJ International: We reach people you DON'T (djs, radio programmers, record label music execs, bloggers, writers & promoters worldwide). We are respected.  We have worked with Atlantic records, Bad Boy records, Sony Music, Def Jam records, Universal records, & more. If major labels can trust us, so can you.   We help you grow your fan base by advertising your Facebook, Google, Twitter, Myspace, Youtube accounts. We post your promotion on our social networking accounts.   FEEDBACK: All feedback from DJ's are sent directly to you and your designated email address.   It's as NOT EXPENSIVE as pressing Cd's and mailing them out.   It's EASY, QUICK, & SIMPLE we design your campaign and can start within 24 Hours from the time you contact us.   Face it we now live in the Digital age. The Internet is Powerful and the Most Effective way to Promote yourself. CONTACT US HERE TO SCHEDULE YOUR PROMOTION.   Add the DJ INTERNATIONAL social networking sites  to get new music, watch new videos, and new information!

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New For Fall

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Intimacy

Click to enlarge Lithograph Hand signed and numbered Limited edition size=950 Image size=21.5"w x 29"h The serigraph of this image is priced around $3000. Framedtight 904.314.3009

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Final Phase - " Music Angel" New Release

"THE MUSIC ANGEL" Call 904-314-3009 to order today

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PHASE II - Work in Progress

C H A R L E S   B I B B S announces A NEW ANGEL IN THE MAKING!! A WORK IN PROGRESS! PHASE II ________________________________________ RECENT ANGEL SERIES The Yellow Angel, The Blue Angel, The Earth Angel "The Angel Of Love" and "The Angel Of Peace" Sold extremely fast! 904-314-3009

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Work In Progress

C H A R L E S   B I B B S introduces A NEW ANGEL IN THE MAKING!! This is a work in progress! ________________________________________ BIBBS ANGELIC COLLECTION The Yellow Angel  -Sold out in 2 weeks The Blue Angel -    Sold out in 1 week The Earth Angel   - Sold out in 1 week Angel of Love  -  Sold out in 24 hours!    Angel of Peace - LE's Sold out in 2 days! _________________________________________ DON'T WAIT. THIS NEW  EDITION WILL SELL OUT FAST TOO! Call Framedtight 904-314-3009

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"Jazzy Daze"

"JAZZY DAZE" Bibbs created "Jazzy Daze" to commemorate the 15th Annual JazzFest West, San Dimas, CA.                                               $5000 "CARNAVAL! BLUES!" This beautiful image was created Charles Bibbs to commemorate the Monterey Bay Blues Festival,  25th Anniversary, Monterey, CaliforniaCh $9500 For More Info call Framedtight :904-314-3009

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Reduced Parking Downtown

It's been nearly a year since our first open house in Downtown for Off the Grid and there are now 14 Downtown spaces serving as studio and exhibition space for artists in our community.  Off the Grid has been tremendously successful both for artists and for property owners.  We have continued to work to find additional spaces for the program and will host an open house on: Thursday, July 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 214 N. Hogan St., Suite 120  Off the Grid is a partnership between artists, property owners, Downtown Vision, Inc. and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville.  Off the Grid facilitates introductions between Jacksonville artists and Downtown property owners in an effort to activate vacant spaces in the urban core with artistic energy and provide artists with much needed work and exhibition space.  Special thanks to artist Jim Draper, who inspired this project. For more information on Off the Grid, visit us on Facebook or our website. Yes! You Can Reduce Your Parking Costs Commuter Choice Did you know the Jacksonville Transportation Authority can save your company and your employees money and make your business environmentally friendly?  JTA Commuter Choice Program is designed for employers that seek to provide a tax-free, low-cost transportation benefits to employees.  A JTA Commuter Choice Administrator will prepare and implement a program to fit your business needs and directly help employees understanding all commuting options.  If you are a HR Director or LEED Coordinator for your office, JTA just may have the perfect solution to providing another benefit to your employees today!  Call JTA Business Relations and Development at (904) 630-3197 or e-mail Endya Cummings-Freeman ecummings@jtafla.com. Peripheral Parking Additionally, Downtown has plenty of low-cost, convenient, peripheral parking alternatives for companies and employees interested in reducing their parking costs.  For $15-$30 per month (depending on location), Downtown employees can park in peripheral parking lots located at the Sports Complex, convention center or Kings Avenue Garage and access Downtown buildings via the Downtown trolleys and Skyway. Click here to view our Downtown parking map, complete with location, rate and contact information, or contact our director of district services, Amy Harrell, at (904) 634-0303 x 224 or via email for more information. Water Street Garage Lowers Rates The City of Jacksonville has lowered parking rates at the Water Street Garage for all new and current customers. New rates are as follows: Unreserved monthly parking: $50 Reserved monthly parking: $90 Downtown businesses arranging parking for more than 100 spaces are eligible for an additional 10% discount. For more information or to participate, contact the City of Jacksonville Public Parking Division at (904) 630-2714 or visit their office in the Yates building (231 E. Forsyth St., 4th floor). Andrew Jackson Moves to Laura Street; Construction Progresses Construction on the Laura Street Improvement Project is progressing.  The Andrew Jackson statue was recently relocated from its placement in front of The Jacksonville Landing to the center of the new roundabout at Laura Street and Independent Drive.  The roundabout at that intersection is now open to accommodate eastbound and westbound traffic, providing access to the Main Street Bridge, Jacksonville Landing drop-off lane and loading docks and the MODIS building drop-off on Independent Drive.  Jacksonville Economic Development Commission Deputy Director Paul Crawford noted that while the ride on the roundabout is rougher, it was designed to slow vehicular traffic and make the area more pedestrian-friendly. Construction is expected to begin north of Bay Street in early August (contingent on weather and unforeseen conditions). Commuter Alert: I-10/I-95 Traffic Pattern Changes By Monday, July 26, new traffic patterns will be implemented for I-10 eastbound vehicles at the merger of I-10 and I-95.  I-10 eastbound to I-95 northbound at the Downtown exits Traffic on I-10 eastbound going to I-95 northbound toward Downtown will utilize a new flyover ramp to the Downtown exits. This includes opening a new exit at Forest Street to Downtown for traffic coming from I-10 eastbound.  I-10 eastbound to I-95 southbound Traffic on I-10 eastbound going to I-95 southbound will split from the left side of the roadway instead of the right.  The on-ramp from U.S. 17 (Roosevelt Boulevard) to I-10 eastbound Eastbound traffic on I-10 from U.S. 17 (Roosevelt Boulevard) will stay in the same lanes heading to I-95 northbound or southbound. The new pattern will eliminate the need to change lanes or weave across I-10 eastbound to access I-95 north or south.  The on-ramp from Stockton Street to I-95 northbound This ramp will reopen. It had been closed since June 2009 for construction.   Click here for a map of the traffic pattern changes.  The preparation and finishing work for these changes will start this weekend and should be implemented by Monday, July 26. The timetable for the traffic switches could be delayed slightly in the case of inclement weather. These changes will be permanent and are part of the $152.6 million I-10/I-95 interchange reconstruction project which started in February 2005. All traffic movements should be in place by this fall. The remaining permanent movements to open near the end of the project are the I-95 southbound mainline route towards the Fuller Warren Bridge, the new off ramp from I-95 to Forest Street and an on ramp from Forest Street to I-10 westbound and U.S. 17 southbound.  For more information, contact the Florida Department of Transportation at (904) 360-5457. Downtown Retail News Welcome to Downtown's newest retailers and Off the Grid Gallery! Chick-fil-A Express 800 Prudential Dr. Baptist Medical Center, near the Women's Pavilion Chick-fil-A Express offers a self-serve, cafeteria style experience with menu options including Chick-fil-A's chicken sandwiches, salads, breakfast sandwiches and waffle fries. Like that Cut 44 W. Monroe St. (904) 305-5509 With 60 years of experience collectively, this new barber and styling shop located near the Main Library caters to men, women and children, for services from simple cuts to facials.  Salon Jacksonville 109 E. Bay St. www.salonjax.com This newest Off the Grid space is a mix of old and new. Revolving art and installations are the heart of this gallery, which also encourages collaboration and a place to exchange ideas and foster creativity.  Next Downtown Operations Meeting Please join us for our next Downtown Operations Meeting for an update on Downtown and to discuss any Downtown cleanliness, safety or other concerns.   Date:  Tuesday, August 3 Time:  9:30 a.m. Location: Main Library, Room G4 Parking: Parking is available in the library garage at the corner of Duval and Main Streets  To attend, please RSVP to our director of district services, Amy Harrell, at (904) 634-0303 x 224 or via email.  Eat Up Downtown Returns for Two Weeks This August!   Back by popular demand, Eat Up Downtown will return this year for two weeks (August 9 - 22).  Downtown Vision, Inc. is dishing out exquisite cuisine at an affordable price during the fourth annual Eat Up Downtown, Downtown Jacksonville's dining promotion.    Each participating restaurant will offer specially selected, three-course dinner menus for $25 per person. For participating restaurants and menus, visit www.eatupdowntown.com or click here to subscribe to our Eat Up Downtown email list. Call today to make reservations! Mark Your Calendar for the Next Hemming Plaza Market Blood Drive   The Blood Alliance will be bringing a bloodmobile to the Hemming Plaza Market on Friday, July 30. It's not too late to reserve a spot, and walk-ins are welcome. A photo ID is required to donate.  Remember, one unit of blood can save up to three lives.  To schedule an appointment, please contact our market manager, Tasha Tucker, at 904-634-0303 ext. 225 or via email.

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