JAGUARS WIN!

It's a happy Monday in Jacksonville, after our hometown Jaguars took a 24-17 victory over the Denver Broncos! Did you watch the game?

http://jacksonville.com/sports/football/jaguars/2010-09-12/story/its-grand-opening-jaguars-defeat-broncos-24-17

United Way of Northeast Florida Fundraising Goals

The United Way of Northeast Florida has set its fundraising goal at $24.8 million for the year. Are you a supporter of the United Way?

http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2010-09-07/story/united-way-kickoff-unveils-248-million-fundraising-goal

Beach Safety Concerns with Hurricane Earl

Jacksonville Beach lifeguards are warning of rip currents from Hurricane Earl. Play it safe - meet us at the Eastport Luxury Apartments pool instead ;-)

http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/local/news-article.aspx?storyid=165272&catid=3

Save 10% at Tubel's Complete Car Care

Tubel’s Complete Car Care has become the most trusted full service auto garage in Jacksonville. What's better? Say that you’re from the EASTPORT LUXURY APARTMENTS and you'll receive an additional 10% OFF any service that they provide!

Airplane Lands on I-10 Expressway

The Eastport Luxury Apartments News of the Day! Notice anything different on your drive today? Like an airplane landing on the I-10 highway? A small plane, which experienced failure in both of its engines, made an emergency landing on the expressway today. Thankfully, no one was hurt. What a story!

http://www.wesh.com/news/24828761/detail.html

Weatherby's Cafe Opening September 14 - Yum!

The Eastport Luxury Apartments is a fan of local food! Check out Weatherby's Cafe at 1000 N. Main Street, which opens up on September 14. Who doesn't like trying out new restaurants?

http://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/weatherby-28617-restaurant-jacksonville.html

Networking Event Tonight at Sakai Japanese Buffet

Check out Network4FreeNJax's event tonight at the Sakai Japanese Buffet, and meet with local business owners, salespeople, and entrepreneurs. Are you ready for some good networking?

http://events.jacksonville.com/jacksonville-fl/events/show/98283445-free-networking-internationals-network4freenjax

Night Life Week - Jacksonville Ocean Club

It's night life week at the Eastport Luxury Apartments! Our spotlight is on Ocean Club on North Jacksonville Beach. When was the last time you danced the night away?

http://www.jaxnightlife.com/clubs/details/10

Paper for BBQ at Sticky Fingers

Here's a tasty deal - Sticky Fingers BBQ is offering free appetizers to patrons who bring in a ream of paper to the restaurant. Your ream of paper will be donated to a local school for the upcoming school year. Hungry?

http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/topstories/news-article.aspx?storyid=163566&catid=3

Green Papaya Restaurant - Delicious Asian Cuisine

Here's a delicious restaurant close by to the Eastport Luxury Apartments, serving up delicious pan Asian cuisine. Have you ever been to Green Papaya?

http://www.greenpapayajax.com/

Check out the City Hall Pub

Today's restaurant spotlight is on the City Hall Pub, situated next to the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. It's the 4th restaurant there in 4 years, but looks like it's primed to last. Have you been there after a Suns or Jags game?

http://jacksonville.com/business/2010-08-16/story/city-hall-pub-making-it-work-where-others-have-failed

Pool Party Tomorrow!

What are your plans for this weekend? We hope they involve making a stop at our POOL PARTY tomorrow! We're going to have food, drinks, and music, too! Plus, if you bring a friend who's interested in an apartment, you could win a $25 gift card! See you there :-)

I-95/I-10 Project Nearly Finished

Good news for your commute! After nearly 6 years of work, the I-95/I-10 construction project is almost done! Are you looking forward to a smoother drive to work?

http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2010-08-11/story/remodeled-intersection-i-10-i-95-almost-done-after-nearly-6-years

Jax Municipal Stadium Now Named EverBank Field

It's official! Jacksonville Municipal Stadium is now EverBank Field. This is considered a big step toward keeping your Jaguars in Jacksonville. Are you ready for some football?

http://wokv.com/blogs/reporters_notebook/2010/08/jaguars-win-first-preseason-fi.html

It's Arts Week!

It's Arts Week at the Eastport Luxury Apartments! Our postings this week will let you know about some of Jacksonville's hidden gems in the local arts scene. Do you have any arts suggestions of your own?

It's Friday! Check Out This Margarita Recipe :-)

Happy Friday, Eastport Luxury Apartments residents and friends! The weekend is near! Check out this great Margarita recipe and start your weekend with some flavor. Of course, do so responsibly :-)

http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/margaritas/Detail.aspx

Jacksonville Suns Baseball Cruises to a Win!

Your Jacksonville Suns took a 7-5 victory over the Birmingham Barons yesterday. Have you been to a game this season?

http://jacksonville.com/sports/baseball/2010-08-04/story/ozzie-martinez-leads-jacksonville-suns-past-birmingham-barons

Jag's Rookie to Build Church

After agreeing to a deal worth $28 million, Jaguar's rookie, Tyson Alualu, has said that he will build a church in his native Hawaii. Proud to have him as a Jag?

http://www.examiner.com/x-55033-Cal-Bears-Examiner~y2010m8d3-ExCal-star-Alualu-has-first-practice-with-Jaguars-plans-to-build-church

Top 10 Sporting Events in Jax History

Good morning, Eastport Luxury Apartments friends! We've got football fever with the NFL season quickly approaching. In the spirit of sports, we wanted you to take a look at this list of the 10 biggest sporting events in Jacksonville history and give us YOUR number 1. Which do you choose? Let us know, and have a great Tuesday!

http://jacksonville.com/sports/2010-08-02/story/summer-10-10-biggest-sporting-events-jacksonville-history

Jaguars Sign 1st Round Draft Pick

Your Jacksonville Jaguars have signed the team's #1 draft pick for 2010, Tyson Alualu, to a contract valued at just under $28 million.

Are you excited for Jaguars football this year?

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2010/08/jacksonville-jaguars-top-pick-tyson-alualu-finally-agrees-to-deal/1

Eat Up Downtown starts next week! From August 9-22, enjoy amazing dinner deals at some of Downtown Jacksonville’s finest restaurants – 3 course meals for $25!
http://downtownjacksonville.org/things-to-do/

Have you signed up for the Florida Times Union’s ‘Deal of the Day’? Click the link and have great deals and discounts sent to your inbox!

http://dailydeals.jacksonville.com/

Jacksonville.com asks this very important question – where do you get your doughnuts? Post your answers on the site!

http://jacksonville.com/entertainment/food-and-dining/2010-07-02/story/feedback-where-do-you-stop-doughnuts

Looking for dinner plans tonight? Check out Salsa’s in the Sawgrass Village Shopping Center! Yum!

http://jacksonville.com/entertainment/food-and-dining/2010-07-21/story/salsas-shows-lots-promise-their-tex-mex-fare

Looking for some good laughs? Cedric the Entertainer comes to Jacksonville on August 20 at the Moran Theater. Click the link to order tickets!

http://events.jacksonville.com/jacksonville-fl/events/show/125202425-cedric-the-entertainer

Jacksonville Home Sales Up!

June home sales were up 15 percent in Jacksonville over May sales. That's good local economic news to start your Friday! What are your plans for the weekend?

http://jacksonville.com/business/2010-07-22/story/june-home-sales-jacksonville-15-percent-may

Expand Your Beer Horizons!

At The Eastport Luxury Apartments, we enjoy relaxing with a nice cold drink as much as the next guy - responsibly, of course. Are you in search of a good beer, too? The weekend is near! Sawtooth Ale? 400-Pound Monkey? Have you ever tried one of these great-tasting brews? You'll want to check out this new addition to Jacksonville.com, which will be showcasing a number of different brews to satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy!

http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/428360/ed-stansel/2010-07-22/looking-good-beer-jacksonville-there’s-tap

Construction on the Way for I-10 and I-95

If you use I-10 or I-95 to make your commute, you'll want to read this article about some major changes to the two interstates, which could begin going into effect this weekend.

Are you excited for the long-term improvements, or frustrated by the current slow downs? Let us know!

http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2010-07-20/story/major-changes-planned-i-10-i-95-intersection-jacksonville

Doggie Treats at The Office!

Do you have pets? We have doggie biscuits in the office for your fur-children! The Eastport Luxury Apartments is a pet friendly community, and we love meeting and greeting all of our residents - four legs or two.

Stop by our office any time and grab a treat to go!

Amelia Island Plantation Nature Camps!

Did you know that the Amelia Island Plantation has nature camps? They're the perfect blend of adventure and discovery. You can explore and experience nature here through a variety of activities for you and your family!

Call the nature center to learn more, at 904-321-5082.

Clear Skies for Sunday!

A beautiful, sunny day is in the forecast for Sunday in Jacksonville! Why not spend the day at the Eastport pool?

But if you're in the mood for something else, be sure to check out http://eventful.com/jacksonville/events/this-weekend for a list of great ways to spend your weekend.

Regardless of how you spend your weekend, we hope it's a great one!

Discounted Massage for Eastport Residents

Need to get rid of all of the work and life related stress you're carrying around? Want to take a break from the email and everything else that ails you?

Visit Massage Heights in the River City Shopping Center, just minutes from the Eastport. There, you can enjoy a one-hour rejuvinating massage for just $39.99!

Call 904-483-2222 to schedule your appointment today.

Pizza Night is Tonight!

Tonight is 'Pizza Night,' from 5-7 PM at the clubhouse! And you can get a delicious, hot pizza for just $5! Call ahead and place your order here at the office, and we'll have a pizza waiting for you when you arrive. And you can receive a 10% discount on delivery if you mention 'The Eastport' when placing your order. Call 904-714-9210 to place your order.

BINGO Night - Thursday, July 15!

BINGO! Looking for a fun way to finish up your week? Meet us in the Eastport Clubhouse from 6:00 - 7:00 PM on Thursday, July 15 for a fun night of BINGO.

And don't forget to bring a friend - if you do, you'll be entered for a chance to get a discount on your next month's rent!

Hope to see you there!

Pizza Night Every Tuesday Night

Happy Friday, everyone! If you ever have trouble getting over the blues of the early work week, then you might enjoy our weekly Pizza Night on Tuesdays at the Clubhouse! For only $5, you can have a delicious pizza waiting for your dinner.

Call ahead of time at 904-714-9210 and we'll have it waiting for you.

Have a great weekend!

$50 Rent Credit for Referrals!

How would you like to have an extra $50 in your pocket next month? Our Resident Referral Program will allow you to do just that - if someone you refer to our community decides to join us, you'll receive a $50 rent credit as a thank you.

Tell your friends, family and co-workers about the Eastport!

4th of July Celebration

Looking for something to do to celebrate Independence Day this 4th of July? Check out the fireworks show on the riverfront this Sunday night.

What are your plans? Be sure to leave your suggestions in the comments portion of our blog!

http://www.news4jax.com/entertainment/24085403/detail.html

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