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Jacksonville Public Broadcasting Station WJCT Debuts “Destination Craft with Jim West”

Contact: Stan Cleiland, Vice President, Community Relations and Strategic Communications (904) 358-6366 • scleiland@wjct.org For Immediate Release Jacksonville Public Broadcasting Station WJCT Debuts “Destination Craft with Jim West” WJCT premieres groundbreaking television event combining travel and crafting! (Jacksonville, FL, December 1, 2016); Beginning December 13th, public television station WJCT opens the door to a brand new chapter in television when it premieres …

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Hometown 506

On this episode of Hometown, Coach Mark Lowry talks about how he prepares and leads the Jacksonville Armada soccer team. Local artist Suzi West talks about her journey as a model and photographer. And Con México en la Piel (pee-el) performs the “Dance of Fire” – a 2000 years old Aztec ceremonial dance. But first, Nils and Bailey Rowland are …

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TAILS Program

The TAILS program matches together local shelter dogs and inmates for training and rehabilitation.

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Hometown 505

On this episode of Hometown, the TAILS program matches local shelter dogs and inmates for training and rehabilitation. Family Foundation’s 1000 in 1000 program develops personalized strategies to help the working poor escape poverty. And local musician Monique Mancera performs her song, “Know Where to Go”. But first, We Care’s Beaches Health and Wellness program partners with local organizations to …

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“untitled” by Ava Kirlew

Artist: Ava Kirlew Genre: Photography Bio: A film photographer from downtown Jax. Piece: untitled Piece Description: Downtown Jacksonville Web: Ava Kirlew – Instagram

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“Livin the Dream” by Tim Jawidzik

Artist: Tim Jawidzik Genre: Music Bio: I am a Jacksonville resident for the last 14 years. Just recently i have gotten back into playing and writing after a “raise the family hiatus”. Piece: Livin the Dream Piece Description: Original song Web: Tim Jawidzik – Facebook

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“Sailor w Table and Sinking Ship, Hunting Tara” by Troy Eittreim

Artist: Troy Eittreim Genre: Painting Bio: Troy Eittreim is an award winning painter and digital artist. He holds a B.F.A. in painting and illustration from The Savannah College of Art and Design. He’s had ten solo exhibitions within FL and GA. Eittreim has work in the University of North Florida Carpenter Library collection. He has shown in FSU and FSCJ. …

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“Fading By Degree” by Son Powers

Artist: Son Powers Genre: Music Bio: Reclusive blues musician Piece: Fading By Degree Piece Description: Song #2 from the album Offbeat Blues–a collection of other-than-4/4-meter songs.

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“Shoot to Shoot Again” by She’s The Sheriff

Artist: Scott Lepore Genre: Music Bio: I am a multi instrumentalist writing and recording songs under the moniker She’s the Sheriff (named after the Suzanne Somers cop sitcom). I grew up in southern NH but have lived on Amelia Island for 17 years. Music has been and always will be one of my biggest passions. Piece: Shoot to Shoot Again …

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“To Darwin in his Garden” by Arliss Ryan

To Darwin in his Garden by Arliss Ryan Did you stagger that day the truth burst its bonds and launched you from your desk Eyes blinking chest exploding at the enormity of the knowledge that possessed you? Years of suspicion and data finally evolved into facts: Eons Eruptions Islands that rose and fell Seashells thrust a mile into the sky …

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“Preciosa” by Aida Correa

to watch “Preciosa” by Aida Correa. Artist: Aida Correa Genre: Spoken Word Bio: I’m a Brooklyn born “New YorRican” mom, grandma, artist and poet with a passion to empower individuals from all walks of life through my paintings, writing and poetry. My current project, LoveBuilt Studio is a creative living arts studio designed to continue the vision of empowering people …

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“Unconscious in Eden” by Marquel Butler

UNCONSCIOUS IN EDEN Or Adam, Eve and the Time Machine Written by: Marquel Andre Edited by: Amanda Iglesias and Lana DiCostanzo They were both dying to live. Both in their mid-twenties, these two young adults. They felt like they weren’t advancing, almost as if they were pet hamsters on a never-ending treadmill. Sure, they were working and pursuing school in …

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“Spencer Mae” by Scott Ennis

Artist: Scott Ennis Genre: Painting Bio: I am an artist, a civil engineer and a Jacksonville native. I primarily paint with oils on canvas. I also work with watercolors, pencil and pen. When I’m not painting I spend time with my wife Lasa, throw the ball for our dog, Spencer, and spend time with friends in Avondale. My most recent …

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“ZIRKLE DAM – Little Satilla River” by Wayne Morgan

Artist: Wayne Morgan Genre: Photography Bio: I live in the Southeast Georgia County of Brantley. In 1999, I had heart issues that required a pacemaker when I was 35 years old. I started taking a camera with me hunting and fishing and finally put my gun and rod and reel down. I go out several days a week looking for …

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“Job Well Done” by Kudos the Kid

Artist: Kudos the Kid Genre: Music Bio: Kudos the Kid is an indie hip hop duo out of Jacksonville, Fl. While their music is rooted in hip hop, it is defined by experimentation and exploration. With certainly no lack of energy or style, Kudos the Kid utilizes the juxtaposition of melodies and big hooks against gritty vocals to create songs …