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Apr
25
Tue
Community Women’s Bible Study @ Ortega Presbyterian Church
Apr 25 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

The Community Women’s Bible study, which has been going on for over 25 years at Ortega Presbyterian Church, will begin a new series on Tuesday, January 31, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the church library.  This series is led by lifelong resident of the Avondale area, Audrey Ainsworth, and will utilize teaching by Dr. Sinclair Ferguson, which gives an overview of the Sermon on the Mount: How to Live a Kingdom Life in a Fallen World.  Women are welcome to join the study. The church building is located in old Ortega, at 4406 Longfellow Street, near the intersection of Algonquin Avenue and Longfellow Street.

1-on-1 Tech Tutoring @ Willowbranch Library
Apr 25 @ 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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.

Music & Movement Session 1 @ Willowbranch Library
Apr 25 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

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.

Music & Movement Session 2 @ Willowbranch Library
Apr 25 @ 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

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.

Public Garden Tours at The Cummer @ The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Apr 25 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Free with Paid Admission, No registration required

Join the Museum every Tuesday and Thursday for a guided tour of the historic Cummer Gardens, beginning in the Museum lobby.

Free Quit Smoking Class @ St. Vincent's Medical Center - Riverside
Apr 25 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Here is your chance for a new start tobacco free! FREE six- week Quit Smoking class at St Vincent’s– Riverside on Tuesdays, April 4  through May 9, from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. FREE patches, lozenges, and gum! FREE quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress ball and more. Call Northeast Florida AHEC at (904) 482-0189 to register and learn about more classes near you.

3-D Design: TinkerCAD @ Willowbranch Library
Apr 25 @ 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of creating and manipulating 3-D objects using simple and free 3-D design software. Also learn best practices for designing objects that are 3-D printer friendly.

Florida Blue Free Tuesday at The Cummer @ The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Apr 25 @ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Every Tuesday, enjoy free admission to the Cummer Museum and its historic Gardens, thanks to the generous support of Florida Blue. Guests can enjoy free admission to the Galleries and Gardens. Each Tuesday evening, the Cummer Café is open for Tapas Tuesday sponsored by VyStar Credit Union.

Tapas Tuesday at The Cummer @ Cummer Cafe
Apr 25 @ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Reservations recommended

Tap into Tapas Tuesday sponsored by VyStar Credit Union at the Cummer Café. Every Tuesday from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on the Cummer Café patio, take in the sunset while listening to local musicians with beer, wine, or artfully inspired tapas for sale at the Café. Reserve your table by calling 904.899.6022.

Apr
26
Wed
Willowbranch Poetry Festival @ Willowbranch Library
Apr 26 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Celebrate National Poetry Month at the Willowbranch Library! Poets and poetry lovers of all ages are invited to read their favorite poems, written by themselves or other poets. If you would like to sign up to read poetry, contact Alison McCarty at 904.381.8490.