Throughout the streets of historic Riverside and Avondale, luminaria light the way for neighborhood gatherings at the annual holiday event. Luminaria vouchers and kits will be available for sale every weekend in December on Saturdays at Riverside Arts Market and Saturdays/Sundays at 2623 Herschel St.

Throughout the streets of San Marco, homes and businesses will light the night with luminaria.

Ortega Forest will hold its second luminaria event, with block parties,
decorated bicycles and golf carts. Luminaria kits will be sold Saturday, Dec. 16, noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at John Stockton Elementary School, 4827 Carlisle Rd., while supplies last.

The annual nativity includes a live cast of characters and animals, Christmas crafts, concerts in the sanctuary, cookies and cider, and a visit with Santa.

Multi-church concert features 75 singers among a lighted three-story tree. Event is free but reservations required. Call (904) 396-6633 to reserve a seat.

FREE digital fingerprint and photo safety program. Specialized digital imagery equipment will only be in your area for a limited engagement! Did you know over 2,000 children are reported missing every day in the United States? Don’t miss this opportunity to get your FREE Child Safety kit, including digital fingerprints and photograph.

Operation KidSafe captures your child’s picture and fingerprints using a digital video capture device, digital ink-less fingerprint capture device and specialized software. The captured data is assembled and a quality 8 1/2 x 11” printout is given to the parent. The parent can use the printout they receive to provide to law enforcement anywhere in the world to instantly aid in an investigation.

Enjoy dozens of delightful gingerbread creations at the annual show, sponsored by the Jacksonville Historical Society. For more information, call (904) 665-004.

The Gingerbread House Extravaganza runs through December 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Sundays, at Jacksonville Historical Society’s Old St. Andrews, 317 A. Philip Randolph Boulevard, across from the Veterans Memorial Arena. It opens at 10 a.m. on Saturdays.

A  donation of $5 for adults and $3 for children over three is suggested for this charity event. The Jacksonville Historical Society’s Merrill Museum House, highlighting 1903 Jacksonville life, is open from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. during the Extravaganza and is located on adjoining property. Parking for both events is free.

FREE digital fingerprint and photo safety program. Specialized digital imagery equipment will only be in your area for a limited engagement! Did you know over 2,000 children are reported missing every day in the United States? Don’t miss this opportunity to get your FREE Child Safety kit, including digital fingerprints and photograph.

Operation KidSafe captures your child’s picture and fingerprints using a digital video capture device, digital ink-less fingerprint capture device and specialized software. The captured data is assembled and a quality 8 1/2 x 11” printout is given to the parent. The parent can use the printout they receive to provide to law enforcement anywhere in the world to instantly aid in an investigation.

Everyone is welcome to attend the Community Bible Study Ortega/Jacksonville on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 – 11:30 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.  This year’s 30 week study will be “From the Red Sea to the Jordan River” and will begin on September 5th. No matter what your age, denomination or Bible knowledge – we have a place for you.  Men, women and children are encouraged to come.  Our children’s program offers classes with trained loving teachers with age appropriate curriculum from nursery through high school. Visit our website at CBSJacksonville.cbsclass.org to find out more or to register for fall. Details about an informational tea in early August will also be posted on this website. 

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.