Movie Night in the Park returns
JaxParks Movie Night in the Park returns Friday, March 4th with a free viewing of Disney‘s “Encanto.” Bring your blankets, chairs, and the whole family to Ed Austin Park (11751 McCormick Rd) at 7pm. Free popcorn too!
Jacksonville and JTA show support for the Ukrainian people
The Acosta Bridge in Downtown Jacksonville will glow blue and yellow tonight in honor of the Ukrainian people : Fred Ortyl
How you can help Ukraine
Red Cross Ukraine While the American Red Cross is not currently shipping blood overseas, Americans can donate money directly to the organization’s Ukrainian branch, which is working within the country to collect blood, mobilize volunteers and provide emergency aid to those affected by violent conflict. UN Read More …
30th Annual World of Nations Celebration
Saturday at 10am the gates open at Met Park for the 30th Annual World of Nations Celebration! Come join the party and partake in the cultural festivities. Here are a few helpful tips you should know before you go: – Parking will be at Lot Read More …
Ribault Trojans earn first High School Heritage Classic win
The Ribault High School Trojans beat the Raines High School Vikings 4-2 in five innings on Friday at 121 Financial Ballpark to win their first High School Heritage Classic game presented by Rubenstein Law Firm, taking the A. Philip Randolph Cup for the first time Read More …
Animal Care & Protective Services needs your help
Jax-we need your help! ACPS is at critical capacity. We are currently caring for 266 dogs. Without your help, we will be over- capacity in the next few days. Here’s how you can help: Adopt –We have 141 dogs available for adoption. New dogs are Read More …
Worlds Largest Bounce House
The “Worlds Largest Bounce House” from The Big Bounce America is here all weekend long! Come downtown and check out the 13,000 square foot bounce house, 900+ foot long obstacle course, the new sports arena and space-themed wonderland! Go to https://thebigbounceamerica.com/family/faq/ for more information.
Free food distributions and pantries
For those in need – Here is a list of free food distributions and pantries for the rest of this week: Lutheran Social Services: Friday, 2/18 at 4615 Philips Hwy from 10am to Noon Catholic Charities Jacksonville: Friday 2/18 at 1470 W. 13th St starting Read More …
Happy Birthday to Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve
Happy Birthday to Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve! It was 34 years ago today when President Ronald Reagan signed the bill that established this National Park Service preserve, named after the Timucua who inhabited the area for thousands of years. With more than 46,000 acres Read More …
Curbside Recycling returns
Mayor Lenny Curry has just announced curbside recycling collection will resume throughout the City of Jacksonville on Monday, April 4, 2022. Since October 4, when curbside recycling was temporarily halted, there’s been progress in all remaining forms of collections. The goal of the temporary suspension Read More …
Lutheran Social Services food pantry
Lutheran Social Services Jacksonville has expanded their daily, free food pantry with extended hours every Tuesday from 2-4pm. Citizens can visit the pantry at 4615 Philips Hwy twice a month, Monday through Friday from 10am to Noon, as well as 2-4 on Tuesdays, to receive Read More …
High School Heritage Classic
One of our favorite events returns for a 3rd year this Friday night, February 18th. The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Rubenstein Law host the High School Heritage Classic between William M. Raines High School & Jean Ribault High School at 6:35pm under the lights at Read More …
Sip & Stroll returns
Next Thursday Downtown Vision, Inc.‘s Sip & Stroll returns to the Southbank Riverwalk from 5-8pm! Experience live music, food, beverages, and local vendors every 3rd Thursday of each month. Go to https://downtownjacksonville.org/sipandstroll/ for more information including parking and more.
Baldwin Rail Trail closures
The Jacksonville Baldwin Rail Trail construction project has begun. Look for signs at the trailheads. The section between Otis Road and Hanna Road will be closed for the next 4 – 6 weeks while they work on repairs in this area.
Cupid’s Undie Run
It’s time to run through the streets in your skivvies, again. Time for Cupid’s Undie Run, which raises money for neurofibromatosis research, runners will gather at Lynch’s Irish Pub in Jacksonville Beach at noon Saturday, get properly prepared, then strip down and run about a Read More …
The Boozy Cauldron popup cocktail experience
The Boozy Cauldron Tavern is popping up in Jacksonville, March 3rd, 4th, and 5th for a 4-part Cocktail Experience and show led by Witches and Wizards. You will be taken on a magical journey where you can imbibe on the four delicious signature cocktails (including Read More …
Florida and Georgia Severe Weather Awareness Week
Tomorrow is the first day of Florida and Georgia Severe Weather Awareness Week! Florida is the Lightning Capital of the U.S., with an average of 223 lightning events per square mile occurring in 2021. When Thunder Roars, GO INDOORS! Learn more – FloridaDisaster.org/Hazards/Lightning
Acosta Bridge goes pink for DONNA Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer
The 15th Annual DONNA Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer is this weekend! Named after breast cancer survivor Donna Deegan, the DONNA Foundation provides assistance and support to those with breast cancer and breast cancer research. As the fight against breast cancer continues, the Acosta Bridge Read More …