Jacksonville, Florida
The second annual 7 Creeks Fest is this Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Betz-Tiger Point Preserve at 13990 Pumpkin Hill Road will serve as the welcome hub. The program schedule will be posted there along with information about the many activities Read More …
The Friends Of The Jacksonville Public Library BIG BAG Book Sale is back next week, March 23 through 25! Find fabulous deals on books, movies, audiobooks, and more. Members Only Night: Thursday, March 23 from 4-8 p.m. Fill one paper bag of books for $12 Read More …
Most politicians won’t shut up, but Daniel Davis can’t seem to find his voice, at least not to answer any questions. The Jacksonville Daily Record invited the mayoral candidates to answer a list of questions via email. All the candidates responded, except Davis. The Jacksonville Read More …
Volunteers are needed for the 28th Annual St. Johns River Celebration, Saturday, March 18, from 8 a.m. to noon (times vary according to cleanup site). Participants will help spruce up the city by collecting litter and debris from dozens of pre-selected riverfront and inland sites Read More …
Due to inclement weather, this event is being rescheduled for tomorrow evening, March 11th, same time and same location. Join Jaxparks for Matilda the movie at Willow Branch Park on Friday, March 10th at 6:30 pm (Sunset). Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs but Read More …
North Florida Land Trust would like to congratulate the State of Florida for the acquisition of 565 acres in Nassau County known as Little Tiger Island. The State officially closed on the property last week using $965,000 in funds from the Florida Forever program, along Read More …
An estimated 1.3 million alligators are in Florida and can be found in all 67 counties. They can be found in practically all fresh and brackish water bodies and occasionally in salt water. Tips from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission include; Be aware of the possible Read More …
I doubt you need any pointers on the proper way to eat a Girl Scout cookie, so while you’re dipping that delicious cookie in a cup of hot coffee, or a tall glass of cold milk, dairy, almond, or otherwise, here are some interesting tidbits Read More …
The date has been set for 7 Creeks Fest, a celebration of Jacksonville’s expansive 7 Creeks Recreation Area on the Northside. On Saturday, March 25, park partners and nonprofits invite the community to join them to explore these natural spaces that are free for all Read More …
Protect your bike from theft and register for free “Bicycle DNA” stickers February 24th & 25th at James Weldon Johnson Park. Our Transportation and Planning Division, along with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Protechdna will be on hand from 2-5pm both days to register your Read More …
The Museum of Science & History, in partnership with the Jax Melanin Market present to you POWER, a dynamic fusion of arts, culture, and history, coinciding with the celebration of Black History Month. This program is part of MOSH’s ongoing effort to connect and engage with Jacksonville’s Read More …
College students are using drugs and alcohol at a higher rate than young adults of the same age who don’t attend school. A recent study from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicated that more than half of full-time college students ages 18-22 drank alcohol Read More …
The town of Orange Park is going all in for red light cameras. The cameras help enforce traffic rules at intersections without the need for a patrol officer. They have also invited a string of lawsuits in Florida over the years. The Town Council met Read More …
Black History Month celebrations continue on Jacksonville’s Eastside Saturday, with a parade down A Philip Randolph Boulevard at noon, the Melanin Market with over 100 vendors from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the HBCU Heritage Classic baseball game at 121 Financial Ballpark at 2 p.m., followed by a showing of Read More …
Do you know what all U.S. presidents have in common? National parks. The legacy of every president is preserved in national parks around the country—including the White House where so much history is made. Presidents’ Day began as a reminder of two influential leaders in Read More …
Valentine’s Day is a week away and love is in the air, and in the books at James Weldon Johnson Park. The inaugural Indulgence Romance & Erotica Book Festival, which promotors have dubbed “the biggest book event for authors, writers, poets who are all about Read More …
Looking for inspiration for the 2023 #JaxStacks Reading Challenge? Want to try a tantalizing new recipe? Need great entertainment for the weekends? Find all this and more at the Friends of Mandarin Library Used Book Sale Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Read More …
Join in the fun at the 2023 World of Nations Celebration, February 18 – 19 at Tailgaters Parking located at 225 Tallyrand Ave., 32202 in downtown Jacksonville. Experience the cuisine, artistry and customs from lands near and far. Tickets are on sale now for only Read More …