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Nov
7
Fri
Friends of Library Book Warehouse Sale @ University Park Library
Nov 7 @ 10:00 AM – Nov 15 @ 8:00 PM

Fri., Nov. 7, 2-8 p.m.; Sat. Nov. 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 9, Noon to 5 p.m., Tues., Nov. 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat., Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., University Park Library, 3435 University Blvd. N.

The proceeds will be used to supplement the Library’s budget. For more information, go to the FJPL website (fjpl.org) or call (904) 630-2304.

Nov
10
Mon
Salute to Veterans Sunset Concert & Picnic @ Memorial Park
Nov 10 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Patriotic music by Navy Band Southeast, pre-order picnic dinners available or bring your own; water, beer, wine available for purchase. Sales benefit Memorial Park Association. Go to www.eventbrite.com to pre-order meal ((click on Discover, then Category, Music).

Nov
12
Wed
Florida Forum: James Carville & Mary Matalin @ Times-Union Center for Performing Arts
Nov 12 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A political power couple will come to Jacksonville as a part of the Florida Forum Series. The event will benefit the Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital. (904) 202-2886 or www.womensboardwch.com

Nov
13
Thu
Signature Chefs Auction @ The Omni Hotel
Nov 13 @ 6:00 PM

The tasting of signature dishes prepared by local chefs and the bidding for a private meal preparation will benefit the March of Dimes. Tickets are $150 and Tables are $1,800. (904) 398-2821 or www.marchofdimes.org

 

Nov
15
Sat
St. Paul Catholic School Carnival @ St. Paul Catholic School
Nov 15 @ 10:00 AM

Carnival games, a mechanical bull, rock wall, Ferris wheel, zip line, food, and more will be located on the school grounds. (904) 387-2841

Nov
18
Tue
Empty Bowls Luncheon @ Prime Osborn III Convention Center
Nov 18 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Guests will be served a simple meal by local celebrities. Take home a bowl that was handmade by Jacksonville area senior citizens or students. Individual tickets are $30, non-profit tables are $300 and corporate tables are $600. (904) 353-3663 or www.wenourishhope.org

Nov
21
Fri
Holiday Market @ Jacksonville Fairgrounds
Nov 21 @ 11:00 AM – Nov 22 @ 5:00 PM

More than 60 vendors will gather to benefit the Junior League of Jacksonville. Tickets are $7 for individuals and $10 for couples. (904) 387-9927

St. Johns Riverkeeper Oyster Roast @ The Garden Club of Jacksonville
Nov 21 @ 7:00 PM

Fundraiser to celebrate the river and support the organization’s advocacy, outreach, and education programs. (904) 256-7591 or www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org

Nov
22
Sat
Hunger Fight Thanksgiving Outreach @ UNF Campus
Nov 22 @ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Volunteers will package more than 500,000 meals of rice and beans or mac ‘n cheese. All participants will receive a goody bag valued at over $150. www.hungerfight.org

 

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes @ Riverside Arts Market
Nov 22 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Individuals and teams of walkers fundraise for the American Diabetes Association. (904) 730-7200