MOCA Play series begins with a reading of MLK BLVD

Phase Eight Theater Company will begin their  MOCA Play Series with a reading of MLK BLVD. The wonderful writing of Juilliard student, Julian Robertson, has captured the imagination and emotions of all who witness his work. Phase Eight, MOCA supporters and the Jacksonville community at Read More …

Jacksonville Children’s Chorus Touring Choir Returns from Rome Tour

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus’ Touring Choir traveled to Rome, Italy on a performance tour highlighted by their participation at the Papal Mass celebrating the Mass with Pope Francis presiding on Monday, January 1, 2018 in St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.    Under the direction of President and Read More …

Things to Examine the week of January 14, 2018

Sunday Service Industry Night at Hourglass Pub – Doors at 7pm, no cover Swing Night Out: The Volstead! 7 PM The Volstead · Jacksonville Sunday Sessions with JR Roberts and Mojo Roux  7:30 PM · Whiskey Jax Kitchen & Cocktails – Baymeadows · Jacksonville Andy Frasco & The U.N. at 1904 Music Read More …

Hourglass Pub & Coffee House releases upcoming events

1/13 – Cosplay Karaoke at Hourglass – The Finally – Doors at 7pm, $5 Cover. Prizes 1/14 – Service Industry Night at Hourglass Pub – Doors at 7pm, no cover 1/16 – The Milk Bar Smash 4 Weekly – 1/9/18 and Art Night 1/17 – Ladies Night Karaoke – Ladies drink Read More …

Phase Eight Theater Company 2018 Season

Phase Eight Theater Company presents; Noises Off is a comedy classic play-within-a-play. The director of a second-rate theater company is desperately trying to get a disastrous production of a British adult-farce on its feet. From final rehearsals, to opening night, and onto the tour, we follow Read More …

Erin Jackson goes from Jacksonville Roller Derby to US Olympic team

Erin Jackson of our very own Jacksonville Roller Derby is headed to the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang. She is the first black woman to represent Team USA in Olympic long-track speed skating. Jackson finished third in 39.04 seconds in the 500-meter race last Friday in Read More …

The 1st Annual BLACK Man WalKING Awards Gala

Saturday, January 13 at 7 PM – 11 PM at the Schultz Center, 4019 Boulevard Center Dr Jacksonville, Florida Hosted by Black Men Walking Inc The BLACK Man WalKING Annual Awards Gala came is an event is designed to help display the true value of the black man not only to his Read More …

Climb like a Firefighter

Thursday, January 11 at 5 PM – 7 PM Bank of America Tower (Jacksonville) 50 N Laura St, Jacksonville, Florida 32202. Hosted by American Lung Association in Florida: Northeast Area Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a fire fighter? Join us for a unique fundraising event Read More …

The Hourglass Pub & Coffee House announces it will close

The Hourglass Pub & Coffee House owner, Shannon Widow announced today, at 3:50PM via The Hourglass Pub & Coffee House facebook page that the Hourglass will close its doors for good February 3, 2018 at closing time. “Oh Loves….how do I begin. Well, I guess there ain’t nothing Read More …

Public Performance: Chalk

3PM Sunday 01/07/2018  at the Museum of Science & History, Jacksonville. MOSH is partnering with Barbara Colaciello, Director and Producer of BABS’LAB, for a special presentation of poetic excerpts from CHALK. A play written by nationally known poet and radio host Al Letson, CHALK reveals Read More …

Things to examine the week of January 7, 2018

Sunday NFL™ ~ Buffalo Bills Vs Jacksonville Jaguars, (LIVE) | Watch Online Vivace Trio Concert 3PM · Jacksonville Public Library, Main Library. Jacksonville’s dynamic Vivace Trio features two flutes, piano and intertwining soprano voice. Public Performance: Chalk 3PM · Museum of Science & History, Jacksonville · Read More …

Inaction by the city council lets the bodies hit the floor

The Jacksonville medical examiner’s office doesn’t have enough room for its bodies, and hasn’t had enough room for far too long. The City Council, forced to act now that the general population is aware of the situation, could vote next week on an emergency fix.  Read More …

The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul presents: SevenSoul Jones

The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul  featuring SevenSoul Jones, hosted by DJ Monsta. Thursday, January 4, 2018 at  De Real Ting Cafe (downstairs) The Open Mic is limited so be sure to get there early and get your name on the list if you wish to perform. Read More …

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 31, 2017 at 5 PM St. John’s Cathedral 256 E Church St, Jacksonville, Florida 32202 In the tradition of Kings College Cambridge, England, St. John’s Cathedral Choir invites you to join them on New Year’s Eve for a beautiful service of Choral music and Scripture by Read More …