Jacksonville, Florida
National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Begun in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson, the observation was expanded Read More …
The late great, Anthony Bourdain called the Negroni his “perfect drink,” saying “it will ‘hit you like a freight train, after four or five” In Italy, a Negroni is what’s known as an aperitivo; something to open your palette, start your evening and get you Read More …
Tomorrow is 904 Day! We encourage everyone to support all things local this Labor Day weekend, from one of a kind shops to independent restaurants and attractions. 904 Day has been celebrated as a grassroots movement for several years, with Northeast Florida residents, organizations and Read More …
The infamous “Labor Day” hurricane made landfall near Craig Key in the Florida Keys on this date in 1935. It was the third most intense Atlantic hurricane on record, making landfall as a Category 5 storm with winds exceeding 156 mph. A ten-car evacuation train Read More …
August 13, 2021 falls on a Friday, which means we will once again be visited by Friday the 13th! Many associate the day with bad luck and superstitions. We’ve compiled a few facts about Friday the 13th. Just like the fear of the number 13, Read More …
On this day in 1968, Snoopy walked into a surprise birthday party, so Peanuts officials give the beagle his birthday cake and candles to blow out every Aug. 10. Some older fans believe his birthday is in October as Snoopy was introduced to the world Read More …
August 6th is National Root Beer Float Day. Some root beer history: Sassafras root beverages were made by indigenous peoples of the Americas for culinary and medicinal reasons before the arrival of Europeans in North America, and European culinary techniques have been applied to making Read More …
National Coloring Book Day on August 2nd recognizes the joy children and adults alike derive from coloring in pages of designs. Coloring and coloring books have always been popular with children, but over the years, adults have gotten more and more involved with coloring. Obviously, Read More …
Did you know that Jacksonville is home to the oldest farmers market in Florida? The Jacksonville Farmers Market at 1801 Beaver Street has been around since 1938! Since this week is National Farmers Market Week, there is not a better time to check it out! Read More …
Today is Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, a time to remember those brave service members who fought in this important conflict. Here in Jacksonville, we will never forget their service and sacrifices, and those from all who serve or have served. Thank you for taking Read More …
The 4th of July Throwback Baseball Game is back for its 12th year. This local tradition is where Historic Springfield’s residents battle it out on the baseball field for bragging rights on whether the Westside or Eastside are the true champions. Come enjoy the day Read More …
Fireworks will launch at 9:45 p.m. at the following locations: Downtown Jacksonville, St. Johns Town Center, Ed Austin Regional Park, Trinity Baptist Church, The Avenues Mall and FSCJ North Campus.
MOSH”S adored Alligator snapping turtle, Tonca, is turning 55 on Saturday, July 10. Tonca has been MOSH’s unofficial mascot since 1994. This is the only day of the year Tonca is removed from MOSH’s Hixon Native Plant Courtyard. Come celebrate with MOSH. Help support Tonca Read More …
The Acosta Bridge Centennial Celebration begins today as the San Marco Preservation Society, Jacksonville Historical Society, and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) host a historical presentation by local author and historian Wayne Wood at the Southside Baptist Church located at 1435 Atlantic Blvd. The presentation begins at 6pm. For Read More …
Searching for fun things to do for this year’s Fourth of July? Here are some exciting things happening in #DTJax this 2021 Fourth of July Weekend! Independence Day Celebration with The Jumbo Shrimp July 3, 2021: 6 – 9 p.m. at 121 Financial Ballpark Join Read More …
Sylvia Ray Rivera (born in New York, New York) was a transgender activist and founding member of both the Gay Liberation Front and the Gay Activists Alliance. With her close friend Marsha P. Johnson, Rivera co-founded the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR), a group dedicated Read More …
State and local news media have been abuzz with stories about the Orange Crush Festival for the last few weeks. “Controversial Orange Crush Festival” “Heavy police presence planned for Orange Crush Festival” “Businesses close ahead of the Orange Crush Festival” Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office emptied out Read More …
Did you know that 1 in 3 bites of food you eat are provided by pollinators? These bees, birds, bats, butterflies, beetles, and more carry pollen between flowers which leads to fertilization. This helps them to produce fruits, seeds, and new plants—many of which we Read More …