Jacksonville, Florida
The Safety and Crime Reduction Commission (SCRC), along with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), continues to work to end the stigma surrounding mental health care and provide helpful resources. Join them at the next Community Bus Tour stop on May 21st from Noon to 2pm Read More …
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp have games all week-long! Don’t miss your chance to watch the Shrimp face-off against Durnham. Jumbo Shrimp May 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd @ 121 FCU Ballpark
A new dock that’s set to open next month will allow boaters on the St. Johns River to tie up for the day in Riverside. Post Street Day Docks, located four blocks away from Five Points, will offer public slips plus one for water taxis. There’ll Read More …
JACKSONVILLE’S EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION RETURNS TO JAMES WELDON JOHNSON PARK Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman, James Weldon Johnson Park and the City of Jacksonville are excited to announce the return of Jacksonville Emancipation Celebration following last year’s successful event. The festival will take place on Saturday, May 21, Read More …
The Manufacturing Institute will be hosting STEP Forward: Jacksonville, a free educational and networking event focused on how we can create more inclusive workplace environments that help women thrive. During the event, attendees will hear from women industry leaders as well as rising female stars in the manufacturing industry. There will also Read More …
Have you thought about becoming a foster parent but aren’t sure how to get started? Join Animal Care & Protective Services for a foster open house this Wednesday, from 4:30-6:00. They will work with you to find a foster program that fits your lifestyle. There Read More …
According to the American Medical Association teen overdose deaths increased 94% in 2020, and another 20% in 2021. Drug Free Duval and Duval Co+Lab are hosting a free event Sunday, May 15th. Rising 9th-12th graders are invited to share and learn solutions to stopping this Read More …
Protest props were removed from an affordable housing rally which brought dressers, mattresses and other furniture to the doorstep of Jacksonville City Hall yesterday. The items represented people who are evicted onto the streets. But the props didn’t last long – they were tossed out Read More …
On Wednesday, families at Cedar Hills Elementary were sent an email from the school’s principal, Marva McKinney, informing them of a rodent infestation and measures being taken to combat the issue, including shutting down the schools cafeteria. The email (courtesy of First Coast News) “Hello Read More …
For frequent visitors to the forest – especially those who like to get out in the woods – poisonous plants are one of the top hazards you can encounter. Learn to identify and avoid these spoilers. The Itch that Sticks There are certain plants in Read More …
Daryl Rosenberger has been jump roping across America to raise awareness for suicide prevention and bipolar disorder. He lost his youngest son to suicide in October 2020. Daryl began his journey of love in California and that journey will end in Jacksonville, FL on May Read More …
COJ and JaxParks have opened another adaptable kayak launch site at Mandarin Park. It joins Bethesda Park, Hanna Park, and the Southbank Riverwalk as places now accessible to all kayakers in our great City. We have so many natural resources in our backyard, we are Read More …
This Saturday, April 23rd, Join Groundwork Jacksonville, the Arbor Day Foundation, and TD for an Earth Day celebration of family fun on the Emerald Trail. Come on over to 2335 N. Davis Street from 10am to 1pm as we celebrate with activities for the kids, Read More …
Jacksonville Beach’s volunteer lifeguards are suing the city for cutting longstanding ties with them this month. The Volunteer Life Saving Corps, which worked with the city for more than 110 years, says Jax Beach violated its agreement by taking over all lifeguarding operations at the beach and Read More …
The Florida Department of Education has rejected more than 50 math textbooks from next year’s curriculum, saying the books included references to critical race theory and other prohibited topics, including social emotional learning and Common Core. The state threw out 54 of the 132 books submitted Read More …
Explore Florida’s Wildlife Management Areas through a unique scavenger hunt experience! On the weekends of April 22-24 and April 29-May 1, 2022, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will host a series of scavenger hunts on select Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) throughout the state. Read More …
This weekend, Riverside Avondale Preservation’s annual Home Tour returns after a two-year hiatus. The 10 properties on the tour include Riverside’s oldest home, built in 1857, two churches and a renovated Spanish Mission-style bungalow. Tickets are $25 (get them here) and are good for both Read More …
It’s going to be eggs-elent this Saturday, April 9th. Join our JaxParks team at Boone Park’s South Playground from 11am-1pm for a free Easter Eggstravangaza for the whole family featuring games, crafts, and Easter egg hunts! We hope to see everyone there!