he primary fundraiser for the Men’s Garden Club of Jacksonville takes place during the 2016 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair “Red, White & You.”

Annual benefit to grow children’s ministries in the Ortega community begins with a one-mile fun run at 9 a.m. and a 5K kicks off at 9:30 a.m. Register at www.1stplacesports.com/ryans.html

The third annual St. Johns Professional Alliance Chili Cook-Off to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida will take place Saturday, Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Faith Community Church (3450 County Road 210) in St. Johns.

Chili Cook-Off participants will feature their best chili recipes, and all creations will be available to attendees for sampling and judging. Winners will be named in three categories: Best 5-Alarm Chili, Most Unique Chili, and Best All Around Chili. In addition, prizes will be awarded for most money raised by chili cooks, food trucks, and vendors. 

 This annual, fun-filled family event will also feature live music, food trucks, a photo booth, a silent auction, raffles, vendor tables, and lots of activities for children.

To participate as a vendor, register to enter the Chili Cook-off, or support a team in the competition, visit: https://www.donasity.com/fundraiser/T1RFNQ==/St-Johns-Professional-Alliance-3rd-Annual-Chili-Cook-Off. To become a sponsor or to purchase Chili Cook-Off “Taste & Judge” passes, visit: http://www.efof.org/events/3rdchilicookoff/. Passes are $10 in advance or $15 at the event. For more information about the event, contact Dawn Sedlitz at (407) 765-1322 or [email protected].  

Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the Chili Cook-off and for the chili cooks, food trucks, and vendors that raise the most money. Most importantly, proceeds from the event will benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida (EFOF) and will help raise much needed awareness for the organization as it celebrates its 45-year anniversary. EFOF serves as the lead advocate for the rights and needs of people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders. The family of epilepsy diseases is the third-most prevalent neurological condition in the United States, striking more than 400,000 people in Florida.

Fall gently and deeply into the meditation of movement. There are no set steps, just gentle encouragement to follow your feet, or let your head go, find your breath. No one can do it wrong. The body moves in waves and patterns created by our energy.

Join us in a movement class that allows freedom of that energy. No previous movement or dance instruction is needed. There are no age limits or restrictions. Class is broken up into two 50-minute sessions with time for rest, water, and introspection.

This is a 6 week series of classes. Students have the option to enroll is the full 6 weeks or drop-in to any date of choice. Register on September 10th to sign up for the Full 6 Week series or pre-register as a drop-in on the date you wish to attend.

A community jam  – all are invited to play, listen, paint, or dance. Bring a chair and water. The museum and schoolhouse will be open for viewing and restrooms.

The Men’s Garden Club program includes “AlterNative Plants” by Adam Arendall of the Native Plant Society.

The YMCA of Florida’s First Coast will offer members and non-members child care in its KidZone at all branches. Parents and guardians can leave children, ages two and older, for up to two hours on Election Day free of charge while they vote. KidZone hours vary by branch. Online reservation for non-members is required. An RSVP link is available on FirstCoastYMCA.org.

Community Bible Study (CBS) is an interdenominational study open to all believers and seekers. Our mission is “to make disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ in our communities through caring, in-depth bible study, available to all.”

This year our 30-week study will be on Corinthians 1 and 2. We offer women’s, men’s, teen’s and children’s classes. Our children’s program is a structured bible study using age appropriate materials for each age. Newborns to teens are welcomed.

Registration fee is $35 for adults and $10 for each child. Fee includes all materials for class. Scholarships are available.

For more information or how to register visit: CBSJacksonville.cbsclass.org

One-on-one help with e-books, email, the internet, online applications, and basic computer instruction. For downloadable media assistance, bring your charged laptop, e-reader or tablet.  Tutoring times may change with tutor availability.  Reservations highly recommended; book online at jpl.libcal.com/booking/techtutor or call 904.381.8490.

This program is for children 0 to 5 years with an adult caregiver. This program includes songs, stories, and instruments that promote basic musical concepts and terminology while incorporating pre-literacy skills for reading and writing.