News Briefs for the Week of June 18-24, 2026

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Democratic Club to meet

The Ponte Vedra Democratic Club will hold its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, at Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Road, Ponte Vedra Beach.

The featured speaker will be Melissa Ruff, LCSW, who will address maintaining positive mental health in today’s world.

For additional info contact: PVDemClub@gmail.com

Elegant home tour planned

First Coast Cultural Center invites the public to an exclusive event celebrating the finest homes in Ponte Vedra Beach. The Artistic Living Tour of Homes is an elegant, curated experience that brings guests together for an unforgettable day of beauty, architecture and artistic inspiration.

Guests will travel by private coach to tour multiple stunning luxury residences, each showcasing exceptional design, craftsmanship and lifestyle. The event culminates at a beautifully appointed home for a grand cocktail reception where guests mingle, celebrate and support the arts.

All proceeds benefit First Coast Cultural Center’s mission to bring transformative arts and cultural programming to our community.

The Artistic Living Tour of Homes will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Admission is $200 for nonmembers, $175 for members. Sponsorships are available at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/artisticlivingtourofhomessponsorship.

For tickets or information, go to secure.qgiv.com/for/vpnnhg/event/artisticlivingtourofhomes.

Palm Valley Market every Tuesday

The Palm Valley Market is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

It offers organically grown produce, pasture-raised chicken, eggs and pork; grass-fed and finished beef; local honey; raw milk; bone broth; whole grain, sourdough and gluten- and dairy-free sourdough breads; an array of baked goods; all-natural plant- and animal-based skincare; local artisans; and more. This charming venue located in the heart of Palm Valley affords customers both an indoor and an open-air shopping experience. Palm Valley Market — Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Blvd.

For more information, email info@PalmValleyMarket.com.

Temporarily closures for railroad crossing maintenance

Motorists are advised of upcoming temporary road closures and detours associated with railroad crossing maintenance on West King Street and Kinlaw Road. The crossings will be closed to all traffic, including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, during the closures.

  • Beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, the West King Street railroad crossing will be closed. The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately four days.
  • Beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, July 10, the Kinlaw Road railroad crossing will undergo similar maintenance. The closure is expected to last approximately four days.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow additional travel time and follow posted detour signs while railroad crossing maintenance is underway. Drivers should use caution and obey all posted signs when traveling near the work areas.

Farmers market open every Friday

The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday at Palm Valley Outdoors, 377 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, offering fresh produce, local farm goods and a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and small businesses.

This farmers market features fresh, organically grown produce; Florida grass-fed beef and pork; real local honey; pasture-raised chicken and eggs; wholegrain breads; gluten-free sourdough bread; natural botanical skincare; creations by local artisans and more in a family-friendly atmosphere.

— Compiled by Shaun Ryan