Main library’s Florida Collection chronicles Jacksonville history
Curious about the history of your antique home? Doing some research about your family heritage? Want to know why Jacksonville has such unique neighborhoods? Look no further than the Special Collections section of Jacksonville Public Library’s downtown Main Library for some answers. The Special Collections section is home to the Florida Collection, which has resources […]
Changing Homelessness marks 50th anniversary with Sneaker Ball
Changing Homelessness celebrated its 50th Anniversary June 20 with a “Home for All Sneaker Ball” that raised $225,000 for the organization’s services for those experiencing homelessness. Hosted by NFL Hall of Fame member LeRoy Butler, the gala saw guests including Mayor Donna Deegan and former Sheriff Nat Glover don everything from evening gowns and tuxedos […]
A million minutes
City celebrates literacy success at River City Readers summer event Jacksonville families had a million reasons to celebrate reading last month, when Mayor Donna Deegan, the Jacksonville Public Library and literacy advocates celebrated the success of the River City Readers initiative at a summer kickoff event. Held June 8 at Ed Austin Regional Park, the […]
Woman’s Club of Jacksonville awards $49,000 at scholarship luncheon
The Woman’s Club of Jacksonville presented $49,000 in scholarships to 22 students at its recent Scholarship Award Luncheon held at the San Jose Country Club. The 21 recipients – including high school seniors and college undergraduates – received a total of $44,000. In addition, Wolfson Senior High School senior Leila Jane Davis received the $5,000 […]
The Art of Light
Glass is one of the oldest artistic materials. Since medieval times, the art of stained-glass windows in churches and cathedrals has served to decorate, educate, inspire awe and offer honor and glory to God. And the churches of Jacksonville are replete with examples of this ancient art form. Light reflects divinity Abbott Suger of St. […]
St. Johns RIVERKEEPER expedition monitors growth of vital river grasses
Research team seeks answers to restore vegetation critical to river’s health Steve Cobb has fond memories of growing up in Jacksonville and spending time on the St. Johns River. “I grew up fishing and shrimping and later got a boat, so I’ve spent a lot of time on the river,” Cobb said. “I just fell […]
Murray Hill community forum focuses on supporting small businesses
Traffic improvements, more attractive streetscapes and a comprehensive plan were among the topics discussed at a Murray Hill community forum June 11, when the Murray Hill Preservation Association (MHPA) hosted a panel discussion on the Edgewood Avenue corridor’s potential as a small business hub. Held at Spruce’s new location at 3644 Post St., the event […]
Gala highlights Women Veterans Week of Recognition
Local women were honored for their military service recently at the annual Women Veterans Recognition Gala. Held June 15 at the Southbank Hotel at Jax Riverwalk, this year’s gala celebrated World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War era veterans as “Trailblazers” and featured a presentation by Michelle C. Allen, state director of the Florida […]
