Jacksonville, Florida
December 31, 2018 Downtown Jacksonville along the St. Johns River 1001 Museum Cir Jacksonville, Florida 32207 Say goodbye to 2018 and ring in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display over the St. Johns River. Make your way down to the waterfront with friends Read More …
The toast of the town! Join Courtney Lewis and the Jacksonville Symphony for another unforgettable New Year’s Eve. The evening begins with an elegant program of Viennese classics, followed by the best New Year’s party in town with the Chris Thomas Band and capped by Read More …
Jacksonville’s more than 200 neighborhoods are divided into six planning districts each with a Citizens Planning Advisory Committee or ‘CPAC’. The primary purpose of the CPAC is to maintain open and effective communication between Jacksonville residents, businesses, neighborhoods, community organizations, educational institutions and city government. Read More …
In observance of Christmas, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25. Closures include: City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. Jake M. Godbold City Hall Read More …
Earlier today Jacksonville celebrated history with the football teams of William M. Raines and Mandarin high schools. For their championship wins and the excellence displayed off the field, Mayor Curry presented both teams with a Key to the City at the ceremony in City Hall’s Read More …
2675 Commonwealth Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 387-8847 HOURS OF OPERATION: Tuesday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday – Monday: Closed SERVICES: Hazardous waste disposal Appliance disposal Large electronics disposal Consultation about disposal or special handling of hazardous waste Types of hazardous household Read More …
This year’s winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere falls on Friday, Dec. 21st. The winter solstice is extra special this year as the upcoming December full moon, named the Cold Moon, will be visible in the night sky along with the Ursid meteor shower. The Read More …
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department have teamed up with the Jacksonville Icemen to take their rivalry to the ice with the Guns N’ Hoses Charity Hockey Game. A portion of the proceeds will go to organizations and causes selected by Read More …
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime, about any type of crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from a secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to Read More …
You’re invited! Holiday Open House at City Hall – St. James (117 W. Duval St.) is Wed., Dec. 12, from 4 – 6 p.m. Attendees can visit the City Council and Mayor’s offices to enjoy hors d’ oeuvres, hot chocolate and seasonal decorations.
Early next month the Urban Rest Stop will open downtown, inside the main campus of the Sulzbacher Center. The Sulzbacher is Jacksonville’s largest provider of services for the homeless. The Sulzbacher recently opened up Sulzbacher Village for women and children. That addition created surplus space Read More …
The Salvation Army will open its cold night shelter at 900 West Adams Street on Wednesday and Thursday,. The shelter will be every night that overnight lows drop below 42 degrees. The shelter will be open to men, women and families. A hot meal will Read More …
Wayfair Inc., one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home, has chosen Jacksonville for a new 1 million-square-foot warehouse and distribution center. Dubbed as economic development Project Empire, Wayfair was approved by the Jacksonville City Council last month. Located on the city’s Read More …
Bicyclists can enjoy free bike valet service at Wednesday’s Art Walk. Just look for the All In Duval sign on the corner of Laura and Monroe streets.
There is a new mural on the fence at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32204. The mural features the work of Jacksonville-based artists Mark “Cent” Ferreira, Dustin Harewood, and Shaun Thurston to highlight many of the significant pieces Read More …
The Mega Pet Adoption kicks off today at 10 AM. Stop by the Fairgrounds today, tomorrow or Saturday and bring home a new family member this holiday season.
How You Can Help Know your disposal days for trash, yard waste and recycling. Keep your yard maintained with grass no higher than 15 inches. Knee high is too high. Report litter, illegal dumping or overgrown grass to 630-CITY online, by phone, by email, or using the app. Yard Read More …
Mark your calendars on Dec. 8 for the Jax Mayorthon Kids Club Safety Stop, held in partnership with Jax Public Library. There will be a bicycle rodeo, helmet fittings, photos with Santa, and more! This free, family-friendly event is taking place in partnership with the Read More …